DARK SECRETS: 23 - The Real Truth

Luai desperate to make amends for NSW in Origin

Jarome Luai has detailed his desperation to make up for the pain of last year's State of Origin series, as he fights to win back the NSW No.6 jersey.

AAP · May 8, 2024

Pearson earns NSW recall for women's Origin opener

NRLW halfback star Rachael Pearson will make her return to the Origin arena after being named in the NSW side, with young gun Jesse Southwell getting the chop.

AAP · May 8, 2024

Saifiti believes he has turned corner after Knights win

Former NSW Origin prop Daniel Saifiti feels he is returning to form for Newcastle, after admitting he was "pretty bad" at times earlier in the NRL season.

AAP · May 5, 2024

Maguire keeps door open on Utoikamanu for Origin

Michael Maguire insists the fact he picked other props ahead of Stefano Utoikamanu does not mean the door is closed on him for NSW State of Origin in 2024.

AAP · Feb 22, 2024

Best inspired by last year's finals to stay at Knights

Bradman Best says last year's finals run inspired him to prioritise a premiership at Newcastle over money in deciding to re-sign at the Knights.

AAP · Feb 13, 2024

Door open for Wighton to make Origin return: Maguire

Michael Maguire is open to welcoming Jack Wighton back to the State of Origin arena but has dodged questions about James Tedesco retaining the NSW captaincy.

AAP · Feb 7, 2024

Kaufusi, Capewell, Gagai back in Origin mix for Maroons

Billy Slater has included Felise Kaufusi, Dane Gagai and Kurt Capewell in a 34-man Maroons squad that will gather in Brisbane ahead of the NRL season.

AAP · Feb 2, 2024

New Maroons assistant Ballin has head NRL gig in sights

Matt Ballin has replaced Cameron Smith as Queensland assistant coach with a third straight State of Origin series win and head NRL coaching role in his plans.

AAP · Feb 1, 2024

Ballin joins Queensland coaching staff as Smith leaves

Queensland Rugby League has announced changes to its State of Origin coaching staff, with Matt Ballin replacing Cameron Smith as an assistant to Billy Slater.

AAP · Jan 31, 2024

Queensland move best Origin prep for NSW captain Apps

Kezie Apps has made the call to play in Queensland before State of Origin in a bid by the NSW captain to ensure she doesn't enter the high-profile series cold.

AAP · Jan 25, 2024