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Ikin welcomes 'competitive tension' from CQ NRL bid

QRL boss Ben Ikin says six NRL teams in Queensland is a future possibility and backs a reignited Central Queensland NRL bid alongside the Ipswich-based Jets.

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Ikin unveils plan for Slater's future as Maroons coach

Off-contract Billy Slater is tipped to stay as Queensland coach beyond 2026 as QRL boss Ben Ikin confirmed talks have begun to make him a long-term mentor.

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'That one was for Stevie': How Munster inspired Maroons

Queensland players have revealed how they channelled grief into a magnificent display for Cameron Munster after the death of his father.

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Maguire must find alignment at Brisbane or perish: Ikin

Ben Ikin helped build Brisbane's current roster alongside Kevin Walters, but believes change must come if it is to work for the Broncos under Michael Maguire.

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Red alert as Horsburgh enters Origin frame for Maroons

Canberra cult hero Corey Horsburgh has been backed to stake a claim for a Queensland recall as the Maroons aim to bounce back from a dire Origin loss.

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Destroyer Toia gets Maroons tick from 1995 tyro Ikin

Ben Ikin, the youngest and least experienced State of Origin debutant, has explained why 10-game NRL rookie Robert Toia can shine on Queensland debut.

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Meninga gets key endorsement as Perth Bears coach

Former North Sydney star and current QRL boss Ben Ikin endorses Mal Meninga as coach of Perth Bears expansion club and explains why it makes sense.

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Ipswich next piece in NRL expansion masterplan: Ikin

QRL boss Ben Ikin has outlined why Brisbane's western corridor should be the 20th team in the NRL after Perth Bears and PNG.

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Fatty goes from lipstick, high heels to Origin glory

Queensland's 1995 State of Origin coach Paul Vautin has waxed lyrical about a famous 3-0 series win and what it means for today's Maroons 30 years later.

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Dearden ready to guide Maroons as JT wisdom adds polish

Queensland five-eighth Tom Dearden has been absorbing pointers from assistant coach Johnathan Thurston and is confident of doing his job in the Origin series.

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'It is safe': PNG set to host Queensland Cup games

Queensland Rugby League boss Ben Ikin has confirmed the PNG Hunters will host Qld Cup games in a massive boost to the code and NRL after recent civil unrest.

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Billy Slater inks three-year extension as Maroons coach

Billy Slater's new deal as Maroons coach until 2026 has been hailed by QRL boss Ben Ikin, who identifies aspects of Mal Meninga and Craig Bellamy in his work.

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Guru, linchpin and ratbag: Reynolds loving Broncos role

Brisbane's Adam Reynolds has found the perfect combination of on-field guide and off-field mentor and larrikin ahead of the preliminary final with the Warriors.

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Ikin 'more confident' Slater will stay Maroons coach

QRL boss Ben Ikin warned the NRL not to mess with the State of Origin schedule and says negotiations with Maroons coach Billy Slater are at their "pointy end".

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Ikin: QRL wants Slater to stay on as Maroons coach

Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin says Maroons coach Billy Slater and the team continue to improve and expects the trend to continue if he stays in the role.

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Ikin: QRL backs Brisbane Tigers to be 18th NRL team

The plan by the newly launched Brisbane Tigers bid to develop the game in Brisbane's western corridor is key to why the QRL is backing their NRL plans.

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QRL boss Ikin targets Bennett, explains Broncos exit

QRL CEO Ben Ikin remains great friends with Brisbane coach Kevin Walters and says their robust discussions when he was head of football benefited the club.

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My Broncos won't copy Panthers: Capewell

Kurt Capewell has brought premiership success to Brisbane but the second-rower has no interest in turning the Broncos into Panthers copycats.

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Haas still a chance to face Cowboys

Payne Haas suffered a suspected syndesmosis injury in Sunday's State of Origin match but Brisbane say he could still line up against North Queensland.

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