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Cowboys intent on unfinished NRL business

Jason Taumalolo is determined his North Queensland team will kick on from their dramatic NRL rise in 2022.

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After sneaking past Papua New Guinea, Tonga can't afford another misstep if they're to shake the Rugby League World Cup

It took a miracle try for Tonga to be spared faces as red as their jerseys, and rugby league's newest powerhouse will have to improve rapidly if it's to cash in on a golden generation of talent, writes Nick Campton.

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Australia defections are good for talent distribution at Rugby League World Cup

Allegiances to state and country, given the make-up of the NRL in 2022, do not need to be aligned

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World Cup to count towards Milne's NRL ban

South Sydney winger Taane Milne has been granted approval to have the World Cup count towards his six-game NRL ban, clearing him to return far earlier in 2023.

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Paulo free to play in NRL grand final

Parramatta prop Junior Paulo is free to play in the NRL grand final after avoiding a dangerous throw charge, but the news is not so good for Jason Taumalolo.

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Eels hold off Cowboys to reach NRL climax

Parramatta kept alive their hopes of ending a 36-year premiership drought on the same day halfback Mitchell Moses and his partner Bri welcomed their first child

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Parramatta outlast North Queensland for epic prelim victory to secure first grand final berth since 2009

The Eels have risen from the ashes to secure an epic comeback win over North Queensland and qualify for their first grand final since 2009.

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How Cowboys' youth revamped Taumalolo

Jason Taumalolo doesn't cherry-pick moments on the field but North Queensland's booming youth has unlocked a targeted and impact-oriented approach to his game.

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Fifita named in Tonga's World Cup squad

David Fifita has been named in Tonga's extended World Cup squad, meaning he will turn out for the Pacific nation if not picked by Australia.

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Taumalolo inspiring Cowboys: Hannant

North Queensland's 2015 premiership-winning prop Ben Hannant says coach Todd Payten has unlocked the best in wrecking ball forward Jason Taumalolo.

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Holmes boots Cowboys into NRL prelim

North Queensland are into an NRL preliminary final courtesy of a golden-point Valentine Holmes field goal in a 32-30 win over Cronulla.

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Cowboys won't fear Sydney finals: Tate

The Sharks have won 15 of 20 games against the Cowboys in Cronulla but former North Queensland centre Brent Tate says the youthful visitors can defy history

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Payten accuses Souths of bending rules

Todd Payten has accused South Sydney of bending concussion rules to slow NRL matches down at crucial times, prompting a blunt response from Jason Demetriou.

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'There's no real words to express what has happened': Why North Queensland's loss to the Roosters won't matter to a team in mourning

North Queensland went down in their top eight battle with the Roosters but after the week the club has endured it felt like the score barely mattered, Nick Campton writes.

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NRL unites in SCG tribute to Paul Green

North Queensland's NRL leaders are urging their players to talk openly with each other following the death of former coach Paul Green.

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Paul Green built the the 2015 premiership dream into a reality for North Queensland

When the Cowboys won their maiden premiership in 2015 it felt like destiny. But in reality, it was something Paul Green brought to life, writes Nick Campton.

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Cowboys on top-two path after big win

North Queensland's path to two home finals in September is becoming clearer after they beat St George Illawarra 34-8 to crush the Dragons' top-eight hopes.

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Dearden can lead Cowboys: Taumalolo

North Queensland co-captain Jason Taumalolo says Tom Dearden's State of Origin experience could take his game to new heights heading into NRL finals.

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Cowboys beat Broncos, record Qld sweep

North Queensland have recorded their first ever 4-0 NRL season sweep over state opposition, scoring a comprehensive 40-26 win over Brisbane in Townsville.

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Can Tonga turn their golden generation into a new era of stars?

Tonga is blessed with an extraordinary crop of talent, headed by Jason Taumalolo. But how does international rugby league's newest powerhouse turn that into a sustainable future?

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Staggs, Tupou picked for Tonga's NZ Test

Kotoni Staggs and Daniel Tupou will have to decide if they want to play for Tonga or NSW's Origin side next week after being called up for international duty.

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Cowboys down Dragons for 10th NRL win

North Queensland have comfortably seen off St George Illawarra 31-12 to win their 10th game of the season and keep them firmly in the NRL's top four.

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Cowboys out to inflict more hurt on Titans

Jason Taumalolo's return from injury helps offset the loss of four players to Origin for North Queensland when they play Gold Coast in NRL on Thursday night.

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Taumalolo back as Origin impacts clubland

North Queensland and Penrith have shuffled their decks to handle mass changes thanks to State or Origin, while Joey Manu will play fullback for the Roosters.

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Why each top eight team can win the premiership … and why they can't

At the halfway point of the NRL season, Campo's Corner makes the case for and against any of the top eight sides winning the premiership.

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