Ben Barba charged after fight with partner at north Queensland casino

Rugby league star Ben Barba has handed himself into Queensland police and been charged after a physical altercation with his partner Ainslie Currie at a Townsville casino earlier this year.

Police said the 29-year-old has been issued with a notice to appear for two public nuisance offences and his matter is due in Townsville Magistrates Court on March 22.

Sacked: North Queensland terminated Ben Barba's contract before the fullback played a game for the club.Credit: Michele Mossop

An order banning him from the Townsville casino has also been extended for a further three months after he surrendered to Mackay police on Tuesday morning.

It is understood the alleged incident happened at The Ville Resort-Casino, a sponsor of the Cowboys, and there is CCTV footage of the alleged incident.

Barba was sacked by the North Queensland Cowboys on February 1 and had his registration with the NRL cancelled following the alleged incident.

Barba had hoped to resurrect his career with the Cowboys following a stint in the UK with St Helens.

He returned on the understanding this would be his last chance in the NRL after a string of off-field issues. Barba left the Cowboys without having played a game for the club.