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Cowboys conundrum: Selection headache looms for Payten
The Cowboys could be without up to seven first-choice players when they host the Dolphins with Origin selection and the NRL judiciary wreaking havoc on the squad. Find out which prospects are in the equation for an NRL call-up.
Aaron Payne Cup round 2 Team of the Week: Heavyweights go on rampage
Aaron Payne Cup powerhouses Ignatius Park College and St Patrick’s College went on a round 2 rampage, beating their opponents by a combined 128-0. See who cracked our Team of the Week.
Watch replay: Ignatius Park deliver impressive Payne Cup win
Ignatius Park College maintained its perfect start to the Payne Cup on Thursday, heaping further pain on Holy Cross. Watch the REPLAY.
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REVEALED: QLD Schoolboys squads named after rugby state champs
The Queensland Schoolboys rugby union squads have been announced following a thrilling day of finals action. See who made the cut and read match reports from Sunday’s finals – plus check out our photos from the playoffs.
England U21s netball star’s unusual journey to lead North QLD United
When Claudia Heath came to Australia for love, she had no idea she would have the opportunity to lead North Queensland into a new era of netball. Read more about the NQU skipper’s journey from East Yorkshire.
Trans-Tasman takeover: How Kiwi stars can flip Cowboys’ NRLW fortunes
Cowboys recruit Rosie Kelly is one of four New Zealand players with international experience joining Kiwi Ferns coach Ricky Henry in North Queensland for the 2025 NRLW season. Find out how the Cowboys landed the code-hopping star.
‘Just the beginning’: Paro sets sights on world title return
Liam Paro is coming home to headline a historic card in north Queensland as the Mackay mauler vowed to conquer the world again in honour of the Cowboys best mate he lost too soon.
‘Shining light’: Young prop showcases huge potential at state champs
Hugh McKinlay was one of many who made a big impression for Capricornia at the Qld School Sport rugby league state championships in Gladstone. Discover the region’s other players who shone at the four-day carnival.
50+ photos: Action from Qld School Sport state footy championships
The state’s leading teenage rugby league talent is on show at the Qld School Sport rugby league state championships being played at Gladstone’s Marley Brown Oval. Check out the photos.
Rangers victorious in Kappa Cup final
Marlin Coast Rangers have prevailed over Mackay Lions in the regional final of the Kappa Queensland Cup. Find out how.
‘This kid is the future of our club’: Payten doubles down on Purdue
Cowboys coach Todd Payten doubled down on his selection of rising star Jaxon Purdue in the halves, while Zac Laybutt’s NRL return was made even sweeter by a touching detail. Read the latest following Saturday’s defeat.
Payten responds to ultimatum, provides updates on Clifford and Duffy
Cowboys coach Todd Payten has responded to his “final warning” from the NRL for his criticism of referees, while providing an update on Jake Clifford and Tom Duffy’s future with the club.
Dick stands tall, records fall: latest from Cowboys NRLW pre-season
The countdown to the NRLW season has officially begun with a Cowboys club record obliterated on day 1 of pre-season. Find out why Australian rugby 7s star Lily Dick was always going to pick North Queensland.
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