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Max Plath will have the chance to announce himself as a genuine State of Origin contender.

‘Slater will be watching’: Why young star can go where famous dad could not

The future of a tireless State of Origin star could be what separates a rising talent from achieving what eluded his premiership-winning father.

  • Nick Wright

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Billy Slater and Craig Bellamy.

Bellamy appointment proves State of Origin is entering its Victorian era

Craig Bellamy is the latest Melbourne Storm staffer added to the NSW brains trust, giving the traditional battle between blue and maroon a distinctly purple tinge.

  • Adrian Proszenko
Laurie Daley and Craig Bellamy.

Daley and Bellamy failed as Origin coaches. Why have they come back for more?

After being on the wrong end of a dynasty, Laurie Daley has the chance to create his own. However, he and Craig Bellamy must learn from their mistakes.

  • Adrian Proszenko
The key issues that will define Laurie Daley’s second coming as NSW Origin coach.

After eight years out and with no NRL experience, can Daley tame a new Origin beast?

Laurie Daley is back for a second stint in charge of the Blues, but the game has changed dramatically in his time away. His ability to adapt will shape his legacy.

  • Dan Walsh
Laurie Daley is back as NSW coach.

Blood in the boardroom: The battles behind Daley’s second coming

Seven years ago, the NSWRL board axed Laurie Daley as Blues coach against the wishes of its own CEO. Yesterday, David Trodden brought him back.

  • Michael Chammas
Laurie Daley during NSW coaching and playing days

‘An absolutely compelling case’: How Bellamy coup sealed Daley’s second Origin coming

In convincing the Storm coach to return to the Origin arena, Laurie Daley succeeded where the NSWRL could not – and is back in charge of the Blues as a result.

  • Dan Walsh and Danny Weidler
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Uiatu “Joan” Taufua is the mother of Brisbane Broncos and NSW State of Origin star player Payne Haas.

Mother of NRL star Payne Haas ordered to stand trial over fatal crash

The mother of Broncos and NSW State of Origin star Payne Haas has been ordered to stand trial over a car crash that killed three people in the Gold Coast hinterland.

  • Rex Martinich
Ben Hunt won’t be going to the Bulldogs.

Bulldogs withdraw from pursuit of Hunt, leaving Broncos in box seat

The Bulldogs have been mulling over the potential recruitment of Hunt for days but have decided that he isn’t the right fit for the club.

  • Michael Chammas, Adrian Proszenko and Dan Walsh
Isaiya Katoa of the Dolphins passes the ball away during the round 22 NRL match between Dolphins and Sydney Roosters at HBF Park in August.

WA’s ‘leaguer’ premier to get his wish for more NRL games in 2025

WA is expected to host three National Rugby League fixtures next year, on top of Game II of the State of Origin. Roger Cook will be happy.

  • Connor McGoverne
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Blues handed major advantage for next year’s Origin series

In 2019 and 2022, the Blues thumped the Maroons at this neutral venue. They’re heading back there for game two in 2025.

  • Tom Decent

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