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Mahoney's 'mongrel' fine but Cowboys need smarts to win

North Queensland hooker Reed Mahoney says more than his trademark mongrel and bravery will be needed for the Cowboys to get their first home win.

AAP · Mar 18

'It's good': Starling unfazed by six-again changes

Tom Starling believes controversial changes to set restarts are better for the NRL, while fellow Raider Kaeo Weekes is intent on playing for the NSW Blues.

AAP · Mar 17

Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025

Todd Payten has opened up on a difficult 2025 amid rumours he could be sacked as North Queensland coach, but insists the Cowboys are a different team in 2026.

AAP · Feb 27

Cowboys thrash Knights to pile more pressure on O'Brien

Newcastle are still in contention for the NRL wooden spoon after North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater inspired a 38-4 win.

AAP · Aug 17, 2025

Dazzling Dearden helps ease pressure on Cowboy coach

A Tom Dearden masterclass has helped the Cowboys hold off two late Dragon comebacks to ease the pressure on coach Todd Payten with a 38-32 win in Townsville.

AAP · Jul 25, 2025

Brave Bulldogs pip gallant Cowboys without Galvin

Canterbury have showcased their traditional resilience to outlast North Queensland with Viliame Kikau and Matt Burton playing key roles in the victory.

AAP · Jul 12, 2025

Cowboys coach makes two big Origin calls on Dearden

Tom Dearden is destined to one day captain the Maroons, according to Todd Payten, who compared the No.7's State of Origin performance with two absolute greats.

AAP · Jul 11, 2025

Origin’s series-defining moment offers an antidote to rugby league’s performative masculinity

While men’s sport can often be a proxy for authentic human connection, Cameron Munster and Billy Slater show there is another way

The Guardian - AU · Jul 10, 2025

Dearden a big-stage star, but won't chase No.7 Test job

Tom Dearden had a career-best night in Queensland's State of Origin decider win, but says it shouldn't catapult him into contention for Australia's No.7 jersey.

AAP · Jul 10, 2025

Slater's efforts rated among State of Origin's greatest

Billy Slater has gone from having his job questioned to a man in charge of one of Queensland's great State of Origin successes.

AAP · Jul 9, 2025