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The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys host the Cronulla Sutherland-Sharks at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Friday night. 1. TOMMY GUN Tom Chester will become Cowboy No.305 when he runs onto Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Friday night. Chester’s ascension to the NRL caps a remarkable rise for the 21-year-old Townsville boy. Less than two years…

Cronulla Sharks Head Coach Craig Fitzgibbon has made a change to his side for Friday’s clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys and Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Siosifa Talakai has been named to back up after Origin and moves to the bench, with Aiden Tolman, Kade Dykes and Lachlan Miller dropping out of the 22-man…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys coach Todd Payten has named two of his four Queensland State of Origin stars for Friday night’s showdown with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Payten has opted to rest Valentine Holmes and Jeremiah Nanai, but has named five-eighth Tom Dearden and second-rower Tom Gilbert to back-up less than…

Cronulla Sharks Head Coach Craig Fitzgibbon has named his side for Friday’s clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

With the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys players having a well-deserved break this weekend, we thought we would take a look at some of our player’s highest GPS stats from the first 16 rounds. While we know that Valentine Holmes is currently leading the NRL in points with 149, did you know that Tom Dearden, Chad…

Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater has today confirmed Corey Oates and Tom Dearden will play in Game III of the State of Origin series. Oates joined the Maroons in camp last night to prepare for his ninth State of Origin match in Queensland colours. His call up comes after a string of consistent performances for…

NSW coach Brad Fittler has revealed that Jordan McLean had been on his radar for more than five years after he asked to assess him by former Blues mentor Laurie Daley and urged aging players never to give up on their Origin dreams. Fittler, who chose McLean to make his Origin debut in next Wednesday…

Brydens Lawyers NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler has today named a 22-player squad for Game Three of the Ampol State of Origin series at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Wednesday 13 July, with North Queensland Cowboys prop Jordan McLean selected to make his debut. Fittler has largely retained the same starting side which beat Queensland…

Billy Slater admits he doesn’t know a lot about Queensland’s latest Origin debutant Tom Gilbert but an emotional phone call to break the selection news convinced the Maroons coach of his passion for the state. With Felise Kaufusi withdrawing from next Wednesday night’s series decider after flying to the United States to be with his…

We take a look at some of the key stats to come out of the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 40-26 XXXX Derby win over the Brisbane Broncos.  16 The number of points scored by Valentine Holmes after he was a perfect 8/8 with the boot. The Queensland Maroons centre has scored 149 points for the…

Brisbane Broncos Head Coach Kevin Walters has reduced his squad to 19 ahead of Saturday’s XXXX Derby against the Brisbane Broncos at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Tyson Gamble, Delouise Hoeter and Rhys Kennedy all drop out of the 22-man squad named on Tuesday. 

Brisbane Broncos Head Coach Kevin Walters has finalised his side ahead of Saturday’s XXXX Derby against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Thanks to you North Queensland, the Cowboys v Broncos game this weekend is officially SOLD OUT! Tickets and memberships to the blockbuster game have sold out 36 hours prior to kick-off with the game being tipped as the match-up of the round. The Cowboys have won three of the previous four encounters with their southern…

Brisbane Broncos Head Coach Kevin Walters has named his 22-man squad for Saturday’s XXXX Derby against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

The state of Queensland may be feeling blue after representative week but the Cowboys and Broncos should restore some pride with one of the games of the round on Saturday night.  Not since 2016 will the local Queensland derby have so much hype in the lead-up with North Queensland sitting in third spot on the…

All the official latest team news, injury updates and more for Game Two of the 2022 Ampol State of Origin series.

If you like your footy hard, tough and fast then all roads lead to Campbelltown Stadium on Saturday night for the showdown between the Kumuls and the Bati. After Samoa and Cook Islanads have the set the scene in the earlier game it’s over to PNG and Fiji to light up the stadium with some…

Luciano Leilua will join the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys with immediate effect after securing a release from his previous club. Originally slated to arrive in North Queensland for the 2023 season on a three-year deal, the 26-year-old will now be available to make his Cowboys debut in the XXXX Derby against Brisbane in Round 16….

With this weekend’s Representative Round kicking off on Thursday at Leichhardt Oval, here is your full guide to the players and staff involved from your North Queensland Toyota Cowboys, Gold Stars and Young Guns. All matches will be shown live on Channel 9 or Gem, as well as Fox League and Kayo.  Women’s Under 19s…

Cowboys CEO Jeff Reibel has issued a fresh warning today that tickets purchased from unofficial sellers will not be accepted at the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys blockbuster clash against the Broncos in Townsville on 2 July. The only way to secure a seat at the XXXX Derby on 2 July is via a single or…

The old adage of ‘playing to the final whistle’ was certainly true for North Queensland in Round 15, with Todd Payten’s side producing a thrilling comeback to down the Sea Eagles at home. Trailing 26-12 with less than eight minutes to play, the Cowboys produced an incredible three tries in four minutes to stun the…

Panthers hooker Apisai Koroisau will wear the No.9 for New South Wales after he was named to start in Game Two of the 2022 Ampol State of Origin series by coach Brad Fittler. With Damien Cook moved to the bench, Koroisau’s inclusion at hooker will see seven Panthers players named in the starting line-up with…

The Queensland Rugby League has today confirmed the Queensland Maroons squad for Game II of the State of Origin series against the New South Wales Blues. With Game I squad members Xavier Coates, Reuben Cotter and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow all unavailable for selection due to injury, Maroons selectors have called Corey Oates (Brisbane Broncos), Beau Fermor…

We take a look at some of the key stats from the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 28-26 win over the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at Brookvale Oval on Friday night.  3 The number of consecutive games co-captain Jason Taumalolo has cracked 200 metres. The 29-year-old ran for 207m against both the Titans and Dragons before…

Official squads and team news for all 2022 Representative Round games including State of Origin and Test matches.

Just four days after giving his all in the State of Origin series opener, Blues halfback Nathan Cleary showed his class and determination to back up and steer Penrith to a commanding win over Newcastle. Cleary quickly put the disappointment of Game One behind him as he controlled the match from start to finish to…

Papua New Guinea coach Stanley Tepend has named his squad for the Kumuls upcoming Pacific Test against Fiji on June 25. The Rabbitohs’ all-time leading try-scorer, Alex Johnston, headlines a strong Kumuls side which also includes Melbourne Storm and reigning Dally M Centre of the Year Justin Olam, Broncos winger David Mead and Roosters half…

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Head Coach Des Hasler has named his squad for Friday night’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Brookvale Oval. 

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We take a look at some of the key stats to come out of Friday night’s win over the St George Illawarra Dragons.  6 The team-high number of tackle breaks by both Murray Taulagi and Valentine Holmes. The duo also added a combined 276 metres and 113 post-contact metres. 8 The number of times the…

Scans have confirmed North Queensland Toyota Cowboys forward Heilum Luki suffered a torn ACL in Friday night’s win over the St George Illawarra Dragons. Luki will have surgery in the coming weeks and will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2022 season.

Sydney Roosters back Kevin Naiqama will again captain Fiji Bati in the upcoming Pacific Test against Papua New Guinea, with Penrith Panthers strike forward Viliame Kikau to act as his deputy. The pair are among 15 NRL players in a 30-man squad named for the June 25 Test at Sydney’s Campbelltown Stadium, which will headline…

Learn about traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture through displays, activities and entertainment in Cultural Walk at Friday night’s Cowboys home game. The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys are proud to host exhibitors sharing their rich culture and history with members and fans attending the Round 14 Cowboys Deadly Choices Round clash with the Dragons….

St George Illawarra Dragons Head Coach Anthony Griffin has reduced his squad to 19 ahead of Friday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. 

St George Illawarra Dragons Head Coach Anthony Griffin has named his 24-man squad for Friday night’s clash against the St George Illawarra Dragons at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  >>> Payten on process around deciding if Origin players will back up

Queensland Rugby League is pleased to confirm the Harvey Norman Queensland Maroons squad for the June 24 clash against New South Wales. The Maroons will be coached by former Queensland and Australian representative Tahnee Norris, who has named 22 players following the conclusion of the 2022 BMD Premiership season on Sunday. The squad includes three…

Improving school attendance is “everybody’s business” according to Townview State School’s head of wellbeing, Laura Gavin, with the school working hard to engage parents and community groups to promote the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys’ Try for 5! program message in Mount Isa. Taking part in the Try for 5! program for their 4th consecutive year,…

  [3.39pm] TRYYYYYYYY. WOW! What a bounce! A Sarah Field kick bounces, with Shaniah Power grabbing the ball and scoring to win it!  [3.29pm] It looked like the Capras were about to extend their lead, but it is ruled to be a double movement.  [3.23pm] Some brilliant offloads and runs from the Gold Stars, but…

The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has confirmed new representative fixtures – Under-19s male and female State of Origin, on Thursday, June 23, at Leichhardt Oval. Both matches will be broadcast on the Nine Network and Fox Sports, while each under-19s team will also be permitted to select two NRL or NRLW contracted “marquee” under-20s…

Gold Coast Titans Head Coach Justin Holbrook has named his 24-man squad for Thursday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys. >>> Payten on Elliot’s club debut, Hampton’s return & HTF to centre

New Queensland Coach Billy Slater has included four debutants as part of his side for Game One of the 2022 Ampol State of Origin series to be played at Accor Stadium on June 8. North Queensland forwards Reuben Cotter and Jeremiah Nanai have both been rewarded for their strong start to the year with selection…

The Queensland Maroons team for Game I of this year’s State of Origin series will be announced by Queensland Rugby League on Monday at 9am. The official team release will be followed by a media conference with new Maroons head coach Billy Slater, who will share his thoughts on team selections from 9.30am. Live stream…

  [2:55pm] FT: The Gold Stars are through to next Saturday’s Grand Final against the Capras! [2:51pm] The Bears’ fightback continues, with Quinlan crossing for Burleigh’s third of the half. Unconverted. 30-16 Gold Stars with two minutes remaining.  [2:41pm] The Bears reduce the margin, with Tiana Raftstrand-Smith going over the Burleigh’s second in quick succession….

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten has reduced his squad to 19 ahead of Friday’s clash with the Penrith Panthers. Taniela Sadrugu, Ben Hampton, Ben Condon, Riley Price and Brendan Frei have dropped out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday.  Friday’s game kicks off at 6pm.

Penrith Panthers Head Coach Ivan Cleary has named his 24-man squad for Friday night’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys. 

Tickets purchased from unofficial sellers will not be accepted at the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys blockbuster clash against the Broncos in Townsville on 2 July, the club has warned. Cowboys CEO Jeff Reibel said unofficial ticket sellers were actively targeting the club’s fans, with the hotly anticipated XXXX derby on track to sell out in…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys co-captain Jason Taumalolo and winger Kyle Feldt will miss Friday’s blockbuster Indigenous Round clash with competition leaders Penrith. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has been elevated to the starting side to replace Feldt, who is set to be sidelined for six weeks. Coen Hess starts at lock in place of Taumalolo, with Reuben Cotter…

Penrith Panthers Head Coach Ivan Cleary has named his 24-man squad for Friday night’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys.  >>> Payten on returning duo & Tabuai-Fidow starting

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have signed back-rower Brendan Frei for the remainder of the 2022 season. The 25-year-old has been in terrific form for the high-flying Norths Devils in the Queensland Cup to start the season, scoring five tries in eight games, including a double in a Round 7 victory over the PNG Hunters….

We take a look at the stats from the ten North Queensland Toyota Cowboys contracted players that played in the Hostplus Cup over the weekend.  Jordan Lipp (Townsville Blackhawks) 80 minutes, 2 tries, 7 runs, 56 metres, 2 line breaks, 2 tackle breaks, 1 offload Emry Pere (Townsville Blackhawks) 25 minutes, 7 runs, 53 metres,…

We take a look at some of the key stats from the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 36-6 win over the Melbourne Storm on Saturday night.  0 The number of points the Cowboys conceded in the second half on Saturday night, the sixth time this season they have kept a team to nil after the break….

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten has made a late positional change to his side ahead of tonight’s clash with the Melbourne Storm at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Coen Hess will start the match in the front row, with Reuben Cotter moving back to the bench. Connelly Lemuelu is our 18th man. …

Melbourne Storm Head Coach Craig Bellamy has finalised his side to 19 for Saturday night’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys host the Melbourne Storm at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday evening. 1. WEATHERING THE STORM The Cowboys will be desperate to overturn a rough run of results against the Storm. North Queensland haven’t beaten Melbourne since the 2015 preliminary final, although Todd Payten’s men did give the eventual minor…

Melbourne Storm Head Coach Craig Bellamy has named his 24-man squad for Saturday night’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. >>> Payten on Hiku, team continuity & 19k tickets already sold

All the scores, highlights, injuries, judiciary news and Dally M votes from Week 10 of the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership. Chemist Warehouse Casualty Ward Judiciary Report: Latest charges and suspensions NRL Wrap-Up: Round 10 Bulldogs v Knights, Friday at Suncorp Stadium

We take a look at some of the key stats from the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 36-12 win over the Wests Tigers at Suncorp Stadium. 

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten has reduced his squad to 19 ahead of Sunday’s Magic Round clash against the Wests Tigers at Suncorp Stadium. Jake Granville, Connelly Lemuelu, Ben Condon, Emry Pere and Brendan Elliot are the five players to drop out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday. Sunday’s game kicks…

Wests Tigers Head Coach Michael Maguire has reduced his squad to 19 ahead of Sunday’s Magic Round clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium. Oliver Gildart and Asu Kepaoa have both been ruled out of the match, with Junior Pauga and Junior Tupou taking their place in the starting side. 

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys travel to Brisbane to face the Wests Tigers at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday night. 1. IT’S MAGIC Todd Payten’s side remain unchanged for the third consecutive week for the Magic Round clash against the Tigers. The Cowboys will be looking for their first Magic Round victory in the third edition…

Higher school attendance leads to better outcomes for students, and for two hard-working North Queensland schools it also leads to the title and spoils of Try for 5! school attendance challenge winners! Bloomfield River State School and Heatley State School have proven to be leaders when it comes to improving school attendance, announced as 2021…

Wests Tigers Head Coach Michael Maguire has named his 24-man squad of Sunday’s Magic Round clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium. >>> Payten on Drinkwater, Luki & players 20-24

Magic Round will be partying like 2005 by the time the Wests Tigers and North Queensland Cowboys take to the field in the final game to be played at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday.  The final match of the special event wraps up round 10 with the Cowboys looking to extend their winning run against a…

All the scores, highlights, injuries, judiciary news and Dally M votes from Week 9 of the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership. Chemist Warehouse Casualty Ward Judiciary Report: Latest charges and suspensions Round 9 Wrap-Up Rabbitohs v Broncos, Thursday at Accor Stadium

We take a look at some of the key stats to come out of the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys win over the Newcastle Knights at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  0 The number of second half points the Cowboys conceded against Newcastle, the fourth time this season they have held a team scoreless after the break….

Newcastle Knights head coach Adam O’Brien has reduced his side to 19 ahead of Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Krystian Mapapalangi, Jaron Purcell, Dylan Phythian, Kobe Rugless and Ben Talty all drop out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday. 

North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars Head Coach Gavin Lloyd has named his squad for Saturday’s clash with the West Brisbane Panthers at Frank Lind Oval, Brisbane.  Gold Stars team list 1. Jasmine Peters 2. Katie Green 3. Hagiga Mosby  4. Shaniah Power  5. Lauren Moss  6. Sarah Field  7. Tahlulah Tillett  8. Rangimarie Edwards-Bruce  9….

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys host the Newcastle Knights at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday night. 1. MORE OF THE SAME Todd Payten has named an unchanged 17 to face the Knights. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow continues in his role off the bench as he works back to full speed following a PCL injury. Reuben Cotter…

After a slow start to the season, Josh Addo-Carr is starting to hit top gear in his new colours with the Bulldogs recruit lighting up the Telstra Tracker data following his side’s big upset in Round 8. Having crossed for five tries in the past three games, Addo-Carr produced arguably his best performance of the…

Newcastle Knights head coach Adam O’Brien has named his 24-man squad for Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Voting is now open for the NRL Team of the Week from Round 8! With upsets galore and plenty of standout performances, there’s no shortage of big names in the running to find their way into the Team of the Week! But who will you pick? Have your say below!

All the scores, highlights, injuries, judiciary news and Dally M votes from Week 8 of the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership. Chemist Warehouse Casualty Ward Judiciary Report: Latest charges and suspensions NRL Round 8 Wrap-Up Broncos v Sharks, Thursday at Suncorp Stadium

We take a look at some of the key stats from the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 35-4 win over the Parramatta Eels in Darwin on Saturday night. >>> Match highlights v Parramatta >>> Post-match: Todd Payten & Chad Townsend 3 The number of tries scored by winger Kyle Feldt, his fourth hattrick in his 162…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten has reduced his squad to 19 for Saturday night’s clash against the Parramatta Eels at Darwin’s TIO Stadium. Connelly Lemuelu, Ben Condon, Emry Pere, Brendan Elliot and Ben Hampton all drop out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday. 

Parramatta Eels head coach Brad Arthur has reduced his side to 19 ahead of Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys in Darwin. Tom Opacic, Ky Rodwell, Solomone Naiduki, Elie El-Zakhem, Luca Moretti all drop out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday. 

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys face the Parramatta Eels in Darwin on Saturday night. 1. THE TOP END The Cowboys return to the Northern Territory for the first time since 2018. North Queensland have made three prior appearances in Darwin, winning twice, but lost the last fixture to the Eels 20-14. Prior to the 2018…

North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars Head Coach Gavin Lloyd has named a near-full strength side for Saturday’s top of the table clash against the Central Queensland Capras at BB Print Stadium, Mackay.  Captain and QRLW Player of the Year Romy Teitzel returns to fullback, with Katie Green shifting back to the wing.  Newcastle Knights forward…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys co-captain Chad Townsend is set to make his 200th NRL appearance in Saturday’s showdown with the Parramatta Eels at Darwin’s TIO Stadium. The 31-year-old has made an immediate impact in his first season in North Queensland and was named captain before playing a game for the club. On top of his…

Parramatta Eels head coach Brad Arthur has named his 24-man squad for Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys in Darwin.  >>> Payten on Tabuai-Fidow, Gilbert & Townsend’s 200th

We take a look at some of the key stats from Saturday’s 30-4 win over the Gold Coast Titans at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  >>> Match highlights >>> Press conference: Todd Payten & Jason Taumalolo 0 The number of second half points the Cowboys conceded, the third time they have kept a team scoreless in…

North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars head coach Gavin Lloyd has finalised his side for Saturday’s curtain-raiser against the Burleigh Bears at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  The starting side features ten 2021 NRLW contracted players, including recent signings Hagiga Mosby, April Ngatupuna and Destiny Brill.  Captain Romy Teitzel moves into the second row, with Katie Green…

Gold Coast Titans head coach Justin Holbrook has finalised his side ahead of Saturday’s XXXX Derby clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Ten North Queensland Toyota Cowboys players have been named for this Saturday’s Hostplus Cup action.  Laitia Moceidreke, Kane Bradley, Daejarn Asi and Morgan McWhirter will line-up for the Mackay Cutters in their trip to the Sunshine Coast, while Tomas Chester, Iosefo Baleiwairiki, Taniela Sadrugu, Riley Price, Emry Pere and Jordan Lipp have been named for…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys host the Gold Coast Titans at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday night. 1. DERBY TIME Saturday’s game marks the second XXXX Derby of the year for the Cowboys following the Round 3 victory over the Broncos at Suncorp Stadium. All three Queensland teams now compete for the XXXX Derby,…

The North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars have signed 18-year-old NRLW Lock of the Year Destiny Brill for the remainder of the 2022 BMD Premiership season. With the ability to play at hooker and lock, Brill bypassed the Under 19s Origin pathways and made her Women’s Origin debut for the Maroons just two weeks after her…

Gold Coast Titans head coach Justin Holbrook has named his 24-man squad ahead of Saturday’s XXXX Derby clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  >>> Payten on Luki’s improvements, Neame’s return & an update on HTF

Host Peter Parr sits down with former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys centre Brent Tate to discuss his Origin debut after just 14 NRL games, his first Kangaroos experience, the story behind his neck brace and almost signing with the Bulldogs early in his career. Tate then talks about his decision to join the Warriors in…

Six former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the International Legends of League match at Biloela Panthers Rugby League Grounds on May 7.  Ben Hannant, Brenton Bowen, Jordan Kahu, Noel Goldthorpe, Kevin Campion and Jaiman Lowe have all been named for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while Reggie Cressbrook will line up…

The North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars have signed 21-year-old winger Hagiga Mosby for the remainder of the 2022 BMD Premiership. Despite not having played rugby league prior to 2022, Mosby was the Broncos equal-leading try scorer with four tries in as many games in the NRLW this season, including the match-winner against the St George…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys travel to Canberra to face the Raiders on Thursday night.

Reigning North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Player of the Year Coen Hess will return from a shoulder injury in Thursday night’s tussle with the Canberra Raiders at GIO Stadium. Hess has been sidelined since suffering the injury in the opening exchanges of the Round 3 victory over the Broncos. The 2021 Paul Bowman Medalist has been…

Canberra Raiders head coach Ricky Stuart has named his 24-man squad for Thursday night’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at GIO Stadium.

All the scores, highlights, injuries, judiciary news and Dally M votes from Week 5 of the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership. Chemist Warehouse Casualty Ward Judiciary Report: Latest charges and suspensions Round 5 Wrap-Up

The Laurie Spina Shield, the largest under-11 rugby league carnival in the southern hemisphere, will continue to inspire the next generation of grassroots players, thanks to the extended support of presenting partner Localsearch. The three-year extension builds on a five-year partnership with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys, centred on the two-day carnival that culminates in…

The North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars welcome back Indigenous All Stars and Newcastle Knights halfback Tahlulah Tillett for Saturday afternoon’s clash with the Wynnum Manly Seagulls at Barlow Park. NRLW trio Emma Manzelmann, Romy Teitzel and Rangimarie Edwards-Bruce have all been rested for the Round 3 clash. Katie Green, who scored a double last week…

Eleven North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for this weekend’s Hostplus Cup action.  Tomas Chester, Iosefo Masikau, Taniela Sadrugu, Riley Price, Emry Pere and Jordan Lipp will all line-up for the Townsville Blackhawks, while Kane Bradley, Laitia Moceidreke, Daejarn Asi, Ben Condon and Morgan McWhirter have been named for the Mackay Cutters.  Townsville Blackhawks…

The Warriors have rebounded well from two opening losses to defeat the Tigers and Broncos in successive weeks and have started to find some rhythm in attack and steel in defence. Nathan Brown’s men conceded just two tries in round three and one in round four and it’s that sort of defensive focus they will…

Sydney Roosters head coach Trent Robinson has made a change to his 19 ahead of Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  Kevin Naiqama comes into the wing in place of Billy Smith, with Renouf Atoni, Freddy Lussick, Adam Keighran and Tuku Hau Tapuha the other players to drop…

North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars head coach Gavin Lloyd has finalised his side for Saturday’s afternoon’s BMD Premiership match against the Souths Logan Magpies at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  Kick off is at 4.10pm.  Gold Stars team list 1. Romy Teitzel 18. Tiana Power 3. Emily Bella 2. Katie Green 5. Lauren Moss 6. Kayla Shepherd 7. Alisha Foord 8. Elle…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys host the Sydney Roosters at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday evening. 1. HESS OUT Reigning Paul Bowman Medalist Coen Hess has been ruled out of the contest after failing to overcome a shoulder injury. Hess came from the field after just 10 minutes in Sunday’s XXXX Derby, but fortunately…

NRLW quartet Romy Teitzel, Emma Manzelmann, Katie Green and Lauren Moss have all been named for the North Queensland Gold Stars for this Saturday’s BMD Premiership match against Souths Logan at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Teitzel, who captained the Newcastle Knights women’s team, returns at fullback, with Green and Moss named on the wings and…

Sydney Roosters head coach Trent Robinson has named his 24-man squad for Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. 

We take a look at some of the key stats that contributed to the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 38-12 win over the Brisbane Broncos

We take a look at the stats from some of the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys and Young Guns from this weekend’s Hostplus Cup action. 

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys head coach Todd Payten has finalised his side for Sunday’s XXXX Derby against the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium. Connelly Lemuelu is the final player to drop out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday, with Brendan Elliot named the 18th man.  Sunday’s game kicks off at 3.05pm.

Brisbane Broncos head coach Kevin Walters has finalised his squad ahead of today’s XXXX Derby against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium. 

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys head coach Todd Payten has reduced his squad to 19 for Sunday’s XXXX Derby against the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium. Emry Pere, Scott Drinkwater, Ben Condon, Jamayne Taunoa-Brown and Daejarn Asi all drop out of the 24-man squad named on Tuesday.  Sunday’s game kicks off at 3.05pm.

Brisbane Broncos head coach Kevin Walters has reduced his squad to 19 ahead of Sunday’s XXXX Derby against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium. 

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys travel to Brisbane to face the Broncos in the first installment of the 2022 XXXX Derby. 1. DERBY TIME One of the biggest rivalries in the NRL is set to add another chapter in Brisbane on Sunday afternoon. The Cowboys and Broncos have produced some of the NRL’s most epic…

Host Peter Parr sits down with North Queensland Toyota Cowboys life member Johnathan Thurston to discuss his schooling, his time with the Bulldogs, why he signed with the Cowboys and the trip in 2010 that changed his life.   Thurston then talks about sitting on the sideline for the 2017 Grand Final, his big regret…

Brisbane Broncos head coach Kevin Walters has named his 24-man squad for Sunday’s XXXX Derby against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium.  >>> Payten: We’ll give him every opportunity to play

Scans have confirmed North Queensland Toyota Cowboys forward Mitch Dunn suffered a torn ACL in Saturday night’s victory over the Raiders. Dunn will have surgery in the coming weeks and will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2022 season.

We take a look at some of the key stats from the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys 26-6 win over the Canberra Raiders at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  >>> Payten: He fits the mould perfectly  >>> Match highlights: Cowboys v Raiders 11 The number of Cowboys that ran for at last 100 metres in Saturday night’s…

An updated look at the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Gold Stars and CQ Capras team lists for this afternoon’s QRLW trial at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  Live score updates will be available on the link below following kickoff at 4pm. 

  [5.02pm] Theo Mosby-Nona charges onto a pass and carries a couple of Capras to the line. unconverted. 18-all with 30 minutes to go.  [4.52pm] Second half underway. Here are a couple of snaps from the first half.    [4.44pm] The first 40 minutes are in the books. Capras 18-14 at the break.  [4.43pm] Some…

Canberra Raiders head coach Ricky Stuart has named his 24-man squad for Saturday’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. 

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys hooker Jake Granville has taken the early guilty plea for a Grade 1 Dangerous Contact charge from Sunday’s season-opener against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs. The 33-year-old avoids suspension and is available for selection for Saturday’s clash with the Canberra Raiders.

The Australian Rugby League Commission has approved the expansion of the NRL Telstra Women’s Premiership, Ampol Women’s State of Origin and the introduction of a salary cap system which will increase average salaries by 28%. To ensure new teams have time to prepare and allow further talent development, the 2022 NRLW season will remain at…

The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has approved enhancements to the Judiciary and Match Review Committee aimed at making the processes simpler to understand and more consistent for participants. Judiciary The pool of available Judiciary panel members will be expanded with former coaches and former referees now eligible to be members along with former players…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys open their 2022 campaign with a home showdown against the Bulldogs on Sunday. 1. HOME SWEET HOME The Cowboys open their season with consecutive home games for the first time since 2015. Following Sunday’s Bulldogs clash, North Queensland face the Raiders at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday, March 19….

Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs head coach Trent Barrett has a named his 24-man squad for Sunday evening’s clash against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. 

After five tough years, Bulldogs fans are hoping this will finally be the season the club returns to the finals and the off-season recruitment drive gives them good cause for optimism. However, the moment of truth has finally arrived for Trent Barrett and his new look team and their trial form raised as many questions…

When 13-year-old Sydnee Cleeland and her mum Josie found out more than halfway into their 10-hour drive from Mt Isa to Townsville that the NQ Schoolgirls trials had been cancelled, they thought their trip was ruined.  However, with the help of family friend Cara and her daughter, current Indigenous All Star and Sydney Roosters NRLW…

They’ve been our shining light through a tumultuous two years, and now the ‘healthcare heroes’ of the North will be recognised at this weekend’s North Queensland Toyota Cowboys season opener against the Bulldogs at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Hard work, dedication and sacrifice have been the hallmarks of our frontline health and emergency workers during…

The North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars will head into their third QRLW season boasting eight NRLW contracted players, six NRL All-Stars and a squad full of homegrown talent. The squad of 30, which includes 14 women from Townsville, 12 from Mackay and four from Cairns, will open their regular season on Sunday, March 27 against…

With the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership season less than a week away, we take a look at how your team could line up for Round 1. Casualty Ward: All the latest injury news Your club’s rookie to watch in 2022 Brisbane Broncos Adam Reynolds’ COVID results mean he won’t be available to take on his…

Community organisations and charities will have the opportunity to promote their cause at some of the biggest events in the North when Cowboys Community Corner returns to game day for 2022.  Proudly presented by Townsville City Council, fan-favourite Community Corner will return to Queensland Country Bank Stadium from 13 March, giving 12 organisations space to…

Eight former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the International Legends of League match at Hammel Park in Beenleigh on March 5. Jordan Kahu, Ben Hannant, Noel Goldthorpe, Kevin Campion, Reggie Cressbrook, Brenton Bowen, Matt Petersen and inaugural Cowboys CEO Kerry Boustead have been named for the NRL All-Stars, while Willie Mason will…

With less than two weeks to go until our season-opener against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at Queensland Country Bank, it’s your chance to try and predict which team will run out on March 13.  If you can correctly select 1-17 which team runs out on March 13, you’ll go into the draw to win a $100…

Seven North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars have been named for Round 2 of this year’s NRLW competition on Round 2. Fullback Romy Teitzel, winger Katie Green, halfback Tahlulah Tillett, second rower Rangimarie Edwards-Bruce and hooker Emma Manzlemann have all been named for the Newcastle Knights, while centre Jasmine Peters and second rower Shaniah Power will…

Six North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars have been named for today’s kickoff of the NRLW competition. Fullback Romy Teitzel, winger Katie Green, halfback Tahlulah Tillett, second rower Rangimarie Edwards-Bruce and hooker Emma Manzlemann have all been named for the Newcastle Knights, while second rower Shaniah Power will line up for the Gold Coast Titans. Green, Tillett,…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten has named his updated side for Saturday night’s final trial of 2022 against the Brisbane Broncos at BB Print Stadium in Mackay. Jermiah Nanai (illness) and Griffin Neame (COVID list) have both been ruled out of the match, with Tom Gilbert coming into the starting side, and…

  [2:10pm] NRL contracted players Riley Price and Jordan Lipp have been added to the Young Guns for this evening’s trial against the Mackay Cutters Queensland Cup team. 

Chad Townsend has been named North Queensland Toyota Cowboys co-captain for the 2022 season alongside Jason Taumalolo. Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten made the announcement at today’s Season Launch at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre. Despite only arriving in North Queensland for his maiden season as a Cowboy in November, Townsend immediately emerged as…

Brisbane Broncos head coach Kevin Walters has named a 24-man squad for Saturday night’s trial against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at BB Print Stadium in Mackay. 

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Young Guns have named an 18-man squad to face the Mackay Cutters in a trial on Saturday evening at BB Print Stadium in Mackay. The match will serve as a curtain raiser to the Cowboys NRL trial clash with the Broncos. Rising stars Zac Laybutt, Robert Derby and Mia Pua’avase…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys forward Lachlan Burr will retire from rugby league with immediate effect due to an ongoing chronic hip injury. The Cowboys thank Lachlan for his service since joining the club prior to the 2021 season and wish him well in his future endeavours.

Seven North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars have been named for the opening round of this year’s NRLW competition kicking off on Sunday. Fullback Romy Teitzel, winger Katie Green, halfback Tahlulah Tillett, second rower Rangimarie Edwards-Bruce and hooker Emma Manzlemann have all been named for the Newcastle Knights, while centre Jasmine Peters and second rower Shaniah…

Five North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the Mackay Cutters ahead of their clash with the Cowboys Young Guns on Saturday at BB Print Stadium. Outside backs Laitia Moceidreke, Brendan Elliot, half Daejarn Asi, prop Morgan McWhirter and second-rower Ben Condon will all line up in the curtain raiser to the Cowboys and…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Elite Pathways Coach Ben Jeffries has been named the Papua New Guinea Orchids head coach for the upcoming Rugby League World Cup in England. Jeffries, who earlier this month coached the Indigenous All-Stars women to an 18-8 over the Māori women, said that he is honoured to coach the Orchids in…

We take a look at some of the key stats from the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys trial win over the South Sydney Rabbitohs. For the full stats, tap here.  >>> Match highlights v Souths  >>> Todd Payten’s post-match interview 4 The number of goals kicked by Daejarn Asi from as many attempts. Handed the captaincy…

Seven former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the International Legends of League match at Hammel Park in Beenleigh on March 5. Ben Hannant, Noel Goldthorpe, Kevin Campion, Reggie Cressbrook, Brenton Bowen, Matt Petersen and inaugural Cowboys CEO Kerry Boustead have been named for the NRL All-Stars, while Willie Mason will line up…

South Sydney Rabbitohs head coach Jason Demetriou has named his updated 21-man squad for Saturday evening’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Barlow Park in Cairns. The match game kicks off at 5pm and will be live on FOX LEAGUE and Kayo, with live score updates also provided on Cowboys.com.au.

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The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have agreed to a three-year contract extension with home-grown reigning Rookie of the Year Heilum Luki through the end of the 2025 season. The 20-year-old rising star burst on to the scene with a standout maiden season in the NRL in 2021 and announced himself as one of the brightest…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys, in conjunction with the Pasifika Communities of Townsville, will hold a fundraiser for Tonga at the Cowboys’ first home game of the 2022 NRL season on Sunday, March 13. Tonga was devastated by tsunami waves and volcanic ash following the eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai volcano on January 15….

South Sydney Rabbitohs head coach Jason Demetriou has named his 24-man squad for Saturday evening’s clash with the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys at Barlow Park in Cairns. 

The NRL Telstra Premiership is less than a month away with preparations for the season ahead in full swing for all 16 clubs. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership Trials. When do NRL trials start? NRL clubs will play trials on Friday night, Saturday, Sunday and Monday night from…

Eight former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the Legends of League match at Mackay Junior Rugby League Grounds on Saturday, February 12.  Scott Prince, Ben Hannant, Brent Tate, Noel Goldthorpe, Reggie Cressbrook, Kevin Campion and Brenton Bowen will line up for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while John Manning will represent…

Football returns with a bang on Saturday, with a host of Gold Stars and past, current and future Cowboys in action across four matches.  Whether it be live on Channel 9 or in person in Tully, Mackay or Parramatta, rugby league fans are spoilt for choice.  Women’s All-Stars Match (4.20pm Qld) – Live on Channel…

Eight former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the Legends of League match at Mackay Junior Rugby League Grounds on Saturday, February 12.  Scott Prince, Ben Hannant, Brent Tate, Noel Goldthorpe, Reggie Cressbrook, Kevin Campion and Brenton Bowen will line up for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while John Manning will represent…

The Northern Pride have named a 21-man squad for Saturday’s trial against the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Young Guns at Tully Showgrounds.  It is the Pride’s first hit out for 2022 ahead of their season opener against the Ipswich Jets on Saturday, March 19.  Kick is at 7pm. 

Mrs Whittington said the pair would take the helm at Queensland Country Bank Stadium from the first home game of the season, the Cowboys clash against the Bulldogs on Sunday 13 March. “Throughout the 2022 season, CK and I will make sure every footy fan at Queensland Country Bank Stadium has the opportunity to hear,…

Cowboys’ Chief Commercial Officer Ross Aldridge said the three-year partnership will shore up a 29-year relationship between the club and Australia’s largest entertainment company. “This long-term commitment to the Cowboys is a superb outcome for regional rugby league fans who rely on SCA’s broadcast and digital platforms to follow our progress throughout the season,” Mr…

Official team lists, updates and injury news for the men’s and women’s NRL All Stars clashes at CommBank Stadium on February 12 . All Stars team lists Maori Women’s All Stars v Indigenous Women’s All Stars, Saturday 5.20pm at CommBank Stadium

Indigenous All Stars women’s coach Ben Jeffries is looking to restore some belief in the side as they look to make amends following a 24-0 loss to the Māori Ferns last year. Jeffries returns to the coaching role after a 12-month hiatus with eight players remaining from last year’s squad, seven of whom were part…

Ahead of the rescheduled NRL Telstra Women’s Premiership, NRL.com profiles the next crop of talent ready to make their mark in 2022. Rookie snapshot Name: Emma Manzelmann Age: 20 Club: Knights Position: Hooker Whether it’s racing against Olympic swim stars Ariarne Titmus and Kaylee McKeown, or coming up against her cousins in a game of…

The final part in a three-part series looking at which North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been allocated to each of our feeder clubs for the 2022 season.  We look at which Cowboys are eligible to line up for the Mackay Cutters this season.  >>> 2022 feeder club allocation: Townsville Blackhawks>>> 2022 feeder club allocation: Mackay…

Following consultation with all 16 clubs, the RLPA and stakeholders within the game, The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has approved one rule change for the 2022 NRL Telstra Premiership season. The Commission has also approved game day policy amendments. The rule change is as follows: Penalties will be awarded instead of set restarts (six…

Sharks recruit Nicho Hynes is set to call the shots for the Indigenous All Stars in next week’s annual clash with the Māori All Stars after being one of seven Cronulla players named in the men’s teams for the double-header at CommBank Stadium. Hynes, who starred a fullback in a 2021 breakout season with the…

Five North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars players have been named in the NRL Indigenous All Stars squad for the All Stars match at CommBank Stadium, Parramatta on February 12.   Halves Tahlulah Tillett and Sarah Field, outside backs Jasmine Peters and Rhiannon Revell-Blair and second-rower Shaniah Power have been named in the 18-woman squad. Cairns…

We caught up with former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys centre Brent Tate to talk about his playing career and what he’s up to now.  Tate spent time with the Brisbane Broncos and New Zealand Warriors before joining the Cowboys in 2011.  The 39-year-old, who made 229 NRL appearances, 23 for Queensland and 26 for Australia,…

The Hutchinson Builders Centre, home of the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys has been further cemented as a world-class sporting facility, following the opening of James Cook University’s Performance Science Hub on level 2. The Cowboys will reap the benefits of the Hub which features state-of-the-art equipment including a physiology laboratory and performance analytics capabilities. The…

The membership milestone comes 44 days from the club’s season-opener against the Bulldogs on 13 March at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Cowboys CEO Jeff Reibel said strong membership sales for the 2022 season showed Cowboys supporters were ready to ‘get back to the footy’. “Throughout northern Australia and beyond, the Cowboys are much loved by…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have announced an overhaul of the feeder club player allocation system for the 2022 season. A review following the 2021 season has resulted in an increased focus on building combinations and player familiarity for top squad players not playing in the NRL. The majority of the Cowboys’ NRL squad will…

Nine former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for the Legends of League match at Mackay Junior Rugby League Grounds on Saturday, February 12.  Matt Bowen, Ben Hannant, Brent Tate, Noel Goldthorpe, Reggie Cressbrook, Kevin Campion and Brenton Bowen will line up for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while Grant Rovelli and John…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have agreed to a one-year deal with outside back Brendan Elliot for the 2022 season. Elliot has appeared in 66 NRL games over the course of seven seasons for the Roosters, Knights, Titans and Sea Eagles. The 28-year-old spent the 2021 season in the UK Super League with Leigh Centurions,…

This is your chance to be part of the Cowboys Spirit cheer squad for the 2022 season. We’re calling on experienced dance and acro performers to try out for the team. Auditions for the 2022 Cowboys Spirit cheer squad will be via online submission. Register your interest by 29th January. To register your interest: 1️⃣…

Bright, bubbly, and full of life, Marnee McIvor has never been short of confidence – and thanks to the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Dream, Believe, Achieve program she’s channeling that energy toward a better career. She is one of 71 fully trained, job-ready hospitality students who have celebrated their life-changing journey to meaningful employment opportunities…

Club super fan and Cowboys.com.au contributor Kate Cornish speaks to 21-year-old outside back Jordan Lipp about coming back from two shoulder reconstructions, moving from Toowoomba and signing with the team he supported as a kid.  Young Cowboy, Jordan Lipp, may only be 21-years-old, but he has already endured his fair share of setbacks as a…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Premiership-winning trio Johnathan Thurston, Matt Scott and Jason Taumalolo have been named in the Foxsports.com.au Team of the last Decade. The three Cowboys life members join the likes of Cameron Smith, Billy Slater, Greg Inglis and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck in the team released by Fox Sports on Thursday. Thurston, who co-captained the…

From the highs of making the Maroons squad and being named the BHP Premiership’s player of the year, to the lows of the NRLW season being postponed after she’d already relocated to Newcastle, Romy Teitzel rode a wave of emotions during 2021. After making her NRLW debut in 2020 with the Broncos, Teitzel made a…

With only 61 days until our season opener against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, here is a look at the Cowboys NRL Fantasy prices for 2022.  NRL Fantasy: Cowboys 2022 prices Jason Taumalolo: MID, $620,000Reece Robson: HOK, $605,000Mitchell Dunn: EDG, $547,000Chad Townsend: HLF, $532,000Scott Drinkwater: HLF/WFB, $527,000Valentine Holmes: WFB, $526,000Tom Dearden: HLF,…

Ten North Queensland Toyota Cowboys players have tested positive to COVID-19 and are currently in home isolation. The players are abiding by Queensland Health guidelines and will isolate at home for seven days. Players not showing symptoms will be permitted to return to training following the seven-day isolation period.

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North Queensland gun Jake Bourke has been undergoing one of the toughest pre-season campaigns of his career and he has been absolutely loving it. A strong performer for Townsville Blackhawks in the Hastings Deering Colts competition this past season, Bourke has been taking part in a training block with the North Queensland Cowboys since early…

Cowboys.com.au are providing an in-depth positional analysis of the 2022 North Queensland Toyota Cowboys squad. We continue the series with the hooker position, which contains a mix of youth and experience. The players are ranked by their NRL experience with their career numbers of games in brackets next to their name. >>> 2022 squad analysis…

We asked our 2022 members why they ride with the Cowboys. Here’s what they had to say! Rosyln Eatts, Hughenden, QLD: “We drive in from Hughenden for every home game because we love the team and the atmosphere. As full season members we’ve formed friendships with people who’ve sat in the same seats around us…

Cowboys.com.au are providing an in-depth positional analysis of the 2022 North Queensland Toyota Cowboys squad. We continue the series with the middle forwards including superstar Jason Taumalolo and reigning Paul Bowman Medalist Coen Hess. The players are ranked by their NRL experience with their career numbers of games in brackets next to their name. >>>…

Cowboys.com.au are providing an in-depth positional analysis of the 2022 North Queensland Toyota Cowboys squad. We continue the series with a second row group jam-packed with young stars. The players are ranked by their NRL experience with their career numbers of games in brackets next to their name. >>> 2022 squad analysis – fullback>>> 2022…

Club super fan and Cowboys.com.au contributor Kate Cornish speaks to 20-year-old forward Riley Price about his growth since moving to North Queensland, training alongside the full-time squad and the elite sporting genes in his family.  He may have made his first rugby league tackle at the tender age of five for the Mount Albert Lions…

Membership Ambassador Kyle Feldt believes Cowboys membership is what you make it, which is a commitment many loyal members make with gusto. Letters of support, birthday cards, crafty creations and merchandise mega-collections are just some of the ways members show their Cowboys colours.   “I don’t think our members realise how much of their support…

Cowboys.com.au are providing an in-depth positional analysis of the 2022 North Queensland Toyota Cowboys squad. We continue the series with the halves, headlined by star recruit Chad Townsend. The players are ranked by their NRL experience with their career numbers of games in brackets next to their name. >>> 2022 squad analysis: Fullback>>> 2022 squad…

Cowboys.com.au are providing an in-depth positional analysis of the 2022 North Queensland Toyota Cowboys squad. We continue the series with the outside backs, headlined by Valentine Holmes, Kyle Feldt and recruit Peta Hiku. The players are ranked by their NRL experience with their career numbers of games in brackets next to their name.

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Cowboys.com.au are providing an in-depth positional analysis of the 2022 North Queensland Toyota Cowboys squad. We begin the series with the fullback position and phenomenal young talent Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow. The players are ranked by their NRL experience with their career numbers of games in brackets next to their name. Valentine Holmes (137) Both Holmes and…

Teamwork is equally important to winning an NRL premiership as it is to stamping out bullying, according to Bushland Beach student Jack Callaghan. The 17-year-old visited the squad’s training session recently to share how his love of the Cowboys helped him overcome a harrowing battle with bullies. “I love everything about the Cowboys, especially how…

North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars captain Romy Teitzel has become the Cowboys’ first female community ambassador, joining former Cowboys greats as a role model to positively influence the next generation. A true-blue North Queensland product and inaugural BHP Premiership Player of the Year, Romy has begun delivering club community programs to schools, sharing her own…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys will open their 2022 campaign with a pre-season trial clash against the South Sydney Rabbitohs in Cairns on Saturday, February 19. Hosted by the Rabbitohs, the Barlow Park showdown will feature the best up and coming talent from both teams. Some of the Cowboys most exciting young stars are expected…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys will descend on Mackay’s BB Print Stadium for the club’s second and final trial match of the 2022 pre-season against arch-rivals the Brisbane Broncos on Saturday, February 26. As the last hit-out before the start of the 2022 NRL season, Cowboys Head Coach Todd Payten is expected to unleash a…

Five North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars have signed with the Newcastle Knights ahead of the start of February’s NRLW season. Fullback Romy Teitzel, half Tahlulah Tillett, hooker Emma Manzelmann, outside back Katie Green and second-rower Rangi-Marie Edwards-Bruce have been named in the Knights’ inaugural NRLW squad.   Teitzel, 22, was crowned the QRLW’s Player of…

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Indigenous and Maori men’s and women’s players have welcomed the decision to stage the annual All Stars clash in Sydney for the first time, with the February 12 clash to double as a home coming for the game.  ARLC chairman Peter V’landys and NRL CEO Andrew Abdo announced on Tuesday that Sydney would create history…

Six former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for next month’s Legends of League match at Ray Edwards Oval in Sarina.  Ben Hannant, Noel Goldthorpe, Reggie Cressbrook, Jaiman Lowe, John Buttigieg have all been named for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while Kevin Campion will line up for the Sarina All Stars.  The…

Powerhouse second-rower Luciano Leilua has agreed to join the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys on a three-year deal from the 2023 season. The 25-year-old has appeared in 87 games over the course of five seasons for the St George Illawarra Dragons and Wests Tigers. Despite his 188cm, 114kg frame, Leilua is regarded as one of the…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have agreed to a three-year contract extension with utility forward Reuben Cotter. A home-grown North Queensland product, Cotter has emerged as a Cowboys fan favourite through his tenacious style of play and will now remain at the club until at least the end of the 2025 season. Cotter, a Sarina…

When Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow walked through the classroom door, students at Western Cape College in Weipa simply couldn’t believe their eyes. The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys flyer, who travelled to the Gulf with North Queensland Toyota Gold Stars player Romy Teitzel, came armed with a very important message – Try for 5! The school is currently…

Melbourne Storm’s successful partnership with the Brisbane Tigers which has helped to put the polish on a number of players for the NRL premiers has been extended by a further three seasons. Initially starting in the 2011 season, the extension of the arrangements between the two clubs until the end of 2024 ensures the Tigers…

As the new man on the block, Aaron Pene couldn’t wait to start his first preseason with the Vodafone Warriors – so much so he reported in extra early. Instead of beginning his preseason grind as scheduled on November 29, the 25-year-old former Melbourne Storm front rower was there when the first group of players…

The Northern Pride recently acknowledged their high achievers from the 2021 season, naming their players of the year for the QRL statewide competitions. Players in the Intrust Super, Hastings Deering Colts, Harvey Norman Under 18, Auswide Bank Mal Meninga Cup and Cyril Connell Challenge were acknowledged for their performances. Following an outstanding year on the…

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Fiji rugby sevens stars Taniela Sadrugu and Olympic gold medallist Iosefo Masikau have been given a chance to impress Cowboys hierarchy during the pre-season for two remaining top 30 spots at the club. Sadrugu and Masikau, who was a member of the Fiji team that beat New Zealand in the final at this year’s Tokyo…

The Brisbane Tigers have confirmed their six statewide competitions coaches for season 2022. Jon Buchanan will remain in his role as head coach of the Intrust Super Cup team for another season. The Tigers had an injury-curtailed year in 2021 and will be hoping to see a number of their key players return to full…

PNG Hunters have brought back their leadership core, a powerful group of second-year players and an exciting new batch of proven Digicel Cup players in a strong 32-man preliminary squad for the 2022 Intrust Super Cup season. Hunters coach Matt Church has today unveiled the squad which features 20 players from the 2021 group that…

A larger-than-life white ribbon will be proudly displayed at The Hutchinson Builders Centre to symbolise the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys’ commitment to tackling gender-based violence and sexual harassment in the community. The white ribbon has been passed on to the Cowboys by major partner Townsville City Council ahead of White Ribbon Day on Friday 19…

Taking a fall during a rough and tumble game of Edor, a traditional Indigenous chasing-tagging game played in many Cairns schools, isn’t out of the ordinary. It’s how students bounce back from that fall that varies. “Are you ok? Do you need any help?” Extending a hand to help a fellow student up has become…

Queensland Rugby League has delivered on the commitment it made last year to provide equal remuneration for all players who represent the Queensland Maroons. In a breakthrough for aspiring Maroons, elite female players who take part in camps and are selected to play State of Origin for the Harvey Norman Queensland Maroons in 2022 will…

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The 2021 season saw talent from the Intrust Super Cup shine, with 24 Cup players moving up to make their debuts in the NRL. Players stepped up into the NRL from Round 1 through to the final round of the regular season in 2021, showing how time spent in Queensland’s statewide competitions, including the Hastings…

Imposing twins Otukinekina and Valingi Kepu will join the Vodafone Warriors’ fulltime NRL squad in 2023 after securing extended contracts with the club. The 19-year-old Aorere College products, signed on development contracts for 2022, will become top 30 players on two-year deals for the 2023 and 2024 NRL seasons. After appearing for the Vodafone Warriors’…

Souths Logan Magpies have announced Karmichael Hunt will return to “the nest” in season 2022 as the coach of their Auswide Bank Mal Meninga Cup team. Magpies CEO Jim McClelland said the club was thrilled to have Hunt on board as a member of the staff. “The club is enthusiastic to announce Karmichael’s appointment as…

The Central Queensland Capras recently held their club awards to acknowledge the hard work and commitment displayed by players and staff during season 2021. In the Intrust Super Cup, it was a year of unearthing new young talent, with forward Lachlan Hubner claiming both the rookie of the year (shared with Tyler Szepanowski) and the…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys will kick off the 2022 NRL season with back-to-back home games at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Todd Payten’s side begin their campaign with a Sunday evening showdown with the Bulldogs on March 13 before hosting the Raiders in Round 2. >>> See the Cowboys 2022 draw here The Cowboys are…

As a player his resume is unrivalled at the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys, now Johnathan Thurston returns to the club to begin another chapter – coaching. Thurston has joined the Cowboys coaching staff as a consultant with a focus on mentoring the club’s halves in an on and off field capacity. The Cowboys premiership winner,…

Reuben Cotter knows all too well how injuries can affect a season but the Cowboys utility hopes the club’s difficult 2021 campaign, which included several setbacks, is quickly put behind them. The Cowboys returned to pre-season training on Friday with Cotter one of many eager to get back on the field to help propel the…

The benefits of building resilience through gratitude, empathy and mindfulness are growing across Far North Queensland school communities, as the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys continue their rollout of The Resilience Project in the region. Interest in the program is spreading in the Cairns region as more schools get on board with the Cowboys, with schools…

The National Rugby League (NRL) today released the 2022 Telstra Premiership schedule which highlights the return of clubs to their home towns, regional locations and celebrates the game’s fiercest rivalries. Reigning Premiers, the Penrith Panthers will kick-off the 2022 season against the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in a Thursday night blockbuster followed by Adam Reynolds…

Here is all you need to know about the North Queensland Cowboys 2022 Telstra Premiership draw. >>> Cowboys 2022 draw released The Lowdown Teams they play twice Panthers, Roosters, Titans, Raiders, Dragons, Warriors, Wests Tigers, Broncos, Bulldogs Teams they play once Storm, Rabbitohs, Sea Eagles, Eels, Knights, Sharks Day-by-day breakdown Thursday 2; Friday 6; Saturday…

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The South Sydney Rabbitohs are delighted to announce the signing of young outside back Isaiah Tass for season 2022. Tass, 22, is a centre or winger that has previously been part of the full-time squads at the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs and Brisbane Broncos in 2020 and 2021 respectively. Tass turned in a strong season in…

Jayden Berrell scooped the pool at this year’s Wynnum Manly Seagulls end-of-season presentation, claiming three of the four awards on offer for Intrust Super Cup players. The competition’s Petero Civoniceva Medal winner took home the player of the year, players’ player of the year and Wynnum Manly Old Boys most diligent player awards, with gun…

The Sharks have continued to build their NRL roster for the 2022 season in announcing the recruitment of noted try scorer Matt Ikuvalu from the Roosters, the retention of experienced forward Aiden Tolman, the signing of 2021 Olympian and Australian Rugby Sevens star Locky Miller, while also adding 2021 Intrust Super Cup player of the…

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The Queensland Rugby League is pleased to confirm the clubs that will contest the 2022 QRLW season as part of an increased investment into female pathways. A key component of the process to select the eight clubs was based on the QRL’s strategy to align the QRLW to statewide competition clubs in the long term….

The Burleigh Bears enjoyed a successful 2021 season across the club and recently celebrated their achievements at their club awards events. Sami Sauiluma (Intrust Super Cup) and Tazmin Gray (BHP Premiership) were the big winners on the night, with both taking home player of the year honours for 2021. Gray was outstanding in the premiership-winning…

The PNG Hunters have announced the appointment of Digicel Cup premiership-winning coach Stanley Tepend as assistant coach for the 2022 Intrust Super Cup season. Tepend will be an assistant to Hunters coach Matt Church, bringing his experience from nine seasons in charge of the Lae Snax Tigers, including four premierships and six minor premierships. PNG…

Electric young half Ezra Mam has become the latest emerging talent developed by the Brisbane Broncos to commit to a contract extension with the club. Teenager Mam, who had a breakout 2021 season in the Intrust Super Cup with Broncos affiliate Souths Logan Magpies, has signed a two-year extension to the end of the 2024…

If ever you are at a barbeque and overhear someone talking about injuries in the NRL, it might not just be a mad fan having their say about how long a player may be out of action and what it means for their fantasy football team. It might be more credentialled opinions of Redcliffe Dolphins…

Powerful forward Lachlan Timm was rewarded for his strong season for the Redcliffe Dolphins by taking out the club’s Peter Leis Medal as the Intrust Super Cup player of the year. This season, Timm, who played the majority of the season as a prop, but also filled in at lock on a number of occasions,…

Sunshine Coast Falcons recently announced that Brad Henderson has been appointed as head coach of the club’s Intrust Super Cup team for the 2022 season. Henderson has a wealth of experience, having coached at NRL level with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs as well as spending time coaching in both Queensland’s Intrust Super Cup and the NSW…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys outside back Javid Bowen has today announced his immediate retirement from rugby league on medical grounds. Bowen suffered a horrific knee injury against the Sydney Roosters in Round 18, rupturing both his ACL and MCL. After consultation with Cowboys medical staff, it was determined Bowen would not recover to a level…

PNG Hunters have announced the re-appointment Scott Barker as CEO for the 2022 season. Barker has completed his first Intrust Super Cup season as general manager, guiding the Hunters through a challenging year which saw them move operations to Queensland because of COVID restrictions. PNG Hunters chairman Stan Joyce CSM was pleased Barker would remain…

Prop William Samuel completed his 2021 season in style, winning the three most honourable awards at the Brisbane Tigers players awards evening on Thursday. Samuel not only claimed the best and fairest award for the club, but was also named players’ player. The hard-working forward also took home the club’s prestigious Jack Loth Medal. The…

Reigning Paul Bowman Medalist Coen Hess has agreed to a two-year contract extension to remain at the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys until the end of the 2024 season. Hess has appeared in 118 games over the course of seven seasons following his debut as a 19-year-old in 2015. The Mt Isa product enjoyed a remarkable…

Seven former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named for next month’s International Legends of League match in Toowoomba on November 13.  Former Cowboys Scott Prince, Ben Hannant, Reggie Cressbrook, Kevin Campion, Grant Rovelli, Brenton Bowen have been named for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while Jaiman Lowe will line-up for the Toowoomba City…

Inspirational Ipswich Jets skipper Nathaniel Neale claimed the Allan Langer Medal as the Intrust Super Cup player of the year for a remarkable sixth time in his career at the recent Jets end-of-season awards. The hard-working prop, who claimed the award in the last full season of Cup in 2019, was also named in the…

Redcliffe Dolphins have announced the departure of Intrust Super Cup head coach Adam Mogg following six seasons with the club. Mogg, who began his Intrust Super Cup coaching career on the Sunshine Coast, has decided to step down from the Dolphins head coaching role. “Adam has been an incredible servant to the Redcliffe Dolphins club…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have signed forward Jamayne Taunoa-Brown on a two-year deal for the 2022 and 2023 seasons. A Melbourne Storm junior, Taunoa-Brown also spent time in the Newcastle Knights system before joining the Warriors prior to the 2020 season. The 116kg middle forward made his NRL debut in Round 1 of the…

Norths Devils captain Jack Ahearn captured his third successive player of the year award for the club as the Devils continued their Intrust Super cup premiership celebrations with their annual awards dinner on Saturday night. Ahearn was also named the Devils players’ player of the year and took home the Norths Old Boys’ player of…

A captain’s effort from Ross Bella this season was rewarded with player of the year honours at the recent Mackay Cutters awards event. Bella, who recently re-signed with the club, took home the Col Grosskreutz Medal, named after local rugby league identity who had a long and decorated involvement in the game in Mackay as…

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There is nothing like a grand final to bring into stark relief the highest of highs and the lowest of lows in the game of rugby league. There can only be one winner – but how teams and players respond to a loss in the biggest game of the year can build them up for…

When Justin Loomans had to choose between trialing with the Brisbane Broncos and the North Queensland Cowboys it was not a difficult choice. There were really only two things to consider. Which club presented his best opportunity to play first grade – and lifestyle? The North Queensland Cowboys proved the right choice in both these…

Intrust Super Cup Rookie of the Year winner Ezra Mam capped off an excellent season by being named the Pat Phelan Memorial club player of the year at the recent Souths Logan Magpies awards. Mam – who started the year in the Auswide Bank Mal Meninga Cup before progressing into the Intrust Super Cup where…

The PNG Hunters have re-appointed Matt Church as coach for the 2022 Intrust Super Cup season. The Hunters board voted unanimously for Church to remain at the helm for next season after he steered the team through the challenges of 2021 when it was forced to relocate to southeast Queensland due to COVID travel restrictions….

The Mackay Cutters have announced the appointment of Kim Williams as the head of football. Williams is the current head of academy for the Huddersfield Giants in the United Kingdom. Chief executive officer Mitch Cook was excited to welcome Williams back to the Mackay Cutters where he has previously led the team to a grand…

The Sunshine Coast Falcons celebrated their season by acknowledging their high performers at their recent awards event. This year, the Falcons played their way into a place in both the Intrust Super Cup and Hastings Deering Colts finals with some strong showing across the board. The club also farewell three stalwarts of the game in…

Ipswich Jets are delighted to announce Ben Cross has been appointed in the role of head of football for the club. Cross has had a vast career within rugby league from playing in amateur grades through to the highest level of professional sport, winning the 2007 NRL premiership with the Melbourne Storm. Cross won a…

The Dolphins’ plans to build a functioning football department, an NRL-ready team and men’s and women’s player pathways were behind their successful bid to join the NRL in 2023, according to NRL CEO Andrew Abdo. Announcing the move at RLC on Wednesday, Abdo also confirmed the ‘Redcliffe’ part of the club’s name had been dropped…

The Intrust Super Cup grand final was a tough, physical encounter that saw minor premiers Norths Devils finish on top of Wynnum Manly Seagulls in front of a packed crowd at Moreton Daily Stadium.  Devils prop Michael Molo was on fire, scoring the match-winning try late in the game to be named Hastings Deering player…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have agreed to a one-year contract extension with prodigious 20-year-old talent Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow for the 2023 season. A born and bred Cairns product, Tabuai-Fidow has enjoyed a remarkable first two seasons in the NRL. Tabuai-Fidow exploded into the public eye with a mesmerising performance at the 2020 NRL Nines in…

It’s the small town with a big heart, and the next generation of Collinsville is showing that there’s plenty of heartbeat in the small mining town. Home to just 1,248 people, Collinsville lies about one hour south-west of Bowen and has this year embraced The Resilience Project to help improve the mental health and wellbeing…

The 2021 Intrust Super Cup champions are the Norths Devils who defeated Wynnum Manly Seagulls in a tough and hard fought match.

The 2021 Intrust Super Cup champions are the Norths Devils who defeated Wynnum Manly Seagulls in a tough and hard fought match.

History was made on Saturday, July 8 as the North Queensland Cowboys beat Western Suburbs 31-12 to clinch their first home victory. AdvertisementThe emotion boiled over in Stockland Stadium as 18,197 loyal supporters witnessed what they had been waiting since March to see. While the reserves clocked up their fifth win, the night will be…

“Always aspirational” Queensland Rugby League High Performance Unit match official Nick Pelgrave has had a huge week.  Pelgrave was, on Tuesday, appointed to take charge of Sunday’s Intrust Super Cup grand final – the same day his wife Jordy gave birth to their first child, Mila May Robin Pelgrave.  “It’s pretty special,” Pelgrave said. “The…

Additional grand final tickets have now been released to the general public after the Queensland Rugby League was today given approval to host a capacity crowd at Moreton Daily Stadium. The opportunity for players to showcase their skills in front of a “full house” at the Redcliffe venue is welcomed news for Intrust Super Cup…

In a season like no other to come before it, the Intrust Super Cup grand final has arrived. The top two teams of the season in Norths Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls will go head-to-head on Sunday at Moreton Daily Stadium with both sides lifted by the hopes of their fans who are hungry to…

They say you can’t coach speed and that special ingredient in rugby league players will go on show on Intrust Super Cup grand final day with the running of the Gatorade Bolt. Intrust Super Cup clubs were invited to nominate a sprinter to take part in this year’s race, which will take place before kick-off…

Part 1: From the vault: Cane farming CowboyPart 2: From the vault: Working CowboysPart 3: From the vault: Looming Loomans It is a huge decision to pack up a young family and travel half way around the world to play rugby league. It is probably just as well Karen Davies, the wife of Great Britain import,…

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The Intrust Super Cup grand final at Moreton Daily Stadium sees this season’s best two teams – Norths Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls – fighting for premiership glory. Norths were the minor premiers. Wynnum Manly finished second on the ladder. There can only be one winner. Wynnum Manly coach Adam Brideson said “obviously very happy…

Five North Queensland Toyota Cowboys contracted players have been named for this weekend’s Hastings Deering Colts Grand Final at Morton Daily Stadium against the Wynnum Manly Seagulls this Sunday.  The Townsville Blackhawks have named 2022 Cowboys Development contracted player Jordan Lipp, alongside Young Guns Jake Bourke, Tom Chester, Zac Laybutt and Tyson Chase for the…

The top two teams of the year will face off this Sunday for the Intrust Super Cup title, with Norths Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls set to put on a show at Moreton Daily Stadium. For the Devils, a win would be a just reward for a strong season where they claimed the minor premiership,…

The two preliminary finals at Suncorp Stadium, played ahead of the NRL grand final at the weekend, were sensational.  Players from all four teams – Wynnum Manly Seagulls, Tweed Seagulls, Norths Devils and Burleigh Bears – put it all on the line for a chance to play in Sunday’s grand final at Moreton Daily Stadium. …

At just 18 years of age, Laurie Spina was named the North Queensland Player of the Year during his inaugural year playing first grade. At the same time North Sydney was looking for a half back and Spina’s outstanding debut year led to a contract with the Bears. Two years with Norths, five years with…

Norths Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls have qualified for next Sunday’s Intrust Super Cup grand final at Moreton Daily Stadium after convincing preliminary final victories today. The Seagulls were the first team through to the premiership decider after posting seven tries to three in their 40-18 win against Tweed.

Wynnum Manly Seagulls are the first team through to this season’s Intrust Super Cup decider after a dominating 40-18 win over Tweed Seagulls at Suncorp Stadium.

Experienced NRL rake Danny Levi was the Lang Park legend for the Norths Devils as they downed defending premiers Burleigh Bears 34-16, progressing to next week’s Intrust Super Cup decider against the Wynnum Manly Seagulls.

Seven North Queensland Toyota Cowboys contracted players have been named for Saturday’s Under 17s Queensland City v Queensland Country game at Moreton Daily Stadium in Redcliffe. 2022 Young Guns Joseph Currie and Zack Lamont will line up for Queensland Country alongside Cowboys contracted players Mack Nixon, VJ Winterstein and Sione Afu. >>> Five Cowboys contracted…

It’s preliminary finals time in the Intrust Super Cup – and things are heating up on the field. Sunday’s opening match will be a ‘flockbuster’ of epic proportions between Wynnum Manly Seagulls and Tweed Seagulls in a repeat of their 2011 grand final which was won by the green-and-red variety of Seagull. The afternoon’s later…

This season has seen outstanding performances in the Intrust Super Cup, with players across the competition stepping up. Some of the standout players were last week honoured at the QRL Awards with a position in the Intrust Super Cup Team of the Year for season 2021. In a sign of his strong season, Norths Devils…

We caught up with former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys lock Dallas Johnson to talk about his playing career and what he’s up to now.  Johnson, 38, spent time with the Melbourne Storm and Catalans Dragons before joining the Cowboys in 2011.  The Herberton Magpies junior made 250 first grade appearances between the NRL and English…

Pencils are down for the school break but the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys Try for 5! program team are hard at work tallying attendance and planning for an exciting term 4! Program schools have just one term left to compete for the title of 2021 Try for 5! Challenge winners by continuing to improve their…

Five North Queensland Toyota Cowboys contracted players have been named for this weekend’s Hastings Deering Colts preliminary final at Morton Daily Stadium in Redcliffe. The Townsville Blackhawks have named 2022 Cowboys Development contracted player Jordan Lipp, alongside Young Guns Jake Bourke, Tom Chester, Zac Laybutt and Tyson Chase for the sudden-death final against the Sunshine…

Norths Devils, Wynnum Manly Seagulls, Burleigh Bears and Tweed Seagulls will experience grand final fever one week early with this weekend’s preliminary finals taking place as curtain raisers to the NRL decider. Both games will be played at Suncorp Stadium, adding even more incentive to play well during an already exciting time of year. 

Young talent Toby Sexton flew high for the Tweed Seagulls in their Finals Week 2 victory against Redcliffe Dolphins, playing a key hand in their winning plays to keep their finals run alive. Sexton was awarded the Hastings Deering Player of the Match award for his efforts on Saturday and captaincy of this week’s team,…

North Queensland Toyota Cowboys members and fans in vulnerable groups are urged to attend walk-in COVID-19 vaccination pop-up clinics in key locations this week. Clinics are open in Townsville, Cairns and Yarrabah with prioritised access for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people People with a disability Health care and disability care workers People affected by…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys will open their home to the JCU Townsville Fire for up to six weeks as part of the club’s pre-season build-up to the 2021-22 WNBL season. The state-of-the-art Hutchinson Builders Centre will be used as Townsville Fire’s pre-season base for training, coaching and administrative operations ahead of their opening round…

From the highest of highs starring in North Queensland’s first ever premiership to being forced into an early retirement at just 29, Cowboys star Michael Morgan reflects on some life-changing moments throughout his storied rugby league career. As a full-time rugby league player from the moment he finished high school, Morgan was unprepared for the…

The Petero Civoniceva Medal race was close-fought contest this year, with winner Jayden Berrell just pipping his nearest rival Jack Ahearn by one point. The Wynnum Manly Seagulls rake polled 21 points, with Norths Devils captain Jack Ahearn collecting 20 for the season, just ahead of inspirational Redcliffe Dolphins skipper Cameron Cullen on 19. Despite…

The 2019 premiers the Burleigh Bears are through to a grand final qualifier after downing a gusty Souths Logan Magpies at Pizzey Park with a tough 16-4 win.

Tweed Seagulls and Burleigh Bears are through to next weekend’s Intrust Super Cup preliminary final double-header at Suncorp Stadium. The Seagulls outgunned Redcliffe Dolphins 41-22, while the Bears hit back after their week one finals loss with a 16-4 victory over Souths Logan. The results set the scene for two fascinating games at Suncorp Stadium…

Tweed Seagulls are one victory away from their first grand final in one decade after a 41-22 victory in the elimination semi-final against Redcliffe Dolphins at Tugun on Saturday. Tweed will play Wynnum Manly in a ‘flockbuster’ preliminary final next Sunday at Suncorp Stadium in the first curtain-raiser to the NRL grand final.

Newly appointed Queensland coach Billy Slater insists he will bring his own style to the job and wants former Storm, Maroons and Kangaroos team-mate Cameron Smith to work beside him. Slater, who played 31 Origins and was a key member of Queensland’s eight-year domination of the interstate series, has been announced as the Maroons’ next…

Wynnum Manly Seagulls hooker Jayden Berrell and North Queensland Gold Stars fullback Romy Teitzel were formally recognised as the best players in their respective competitions at today’s Queensland Rugby League Awards. Berrell was announced as the Petero Civoniceva Medallist after his outstanding on-field exploits in the Intrust Super Cup, while Teitzel was named BHP Premiership…

Hospitality runs in the blood of proud Torres Strait Islander Ossie Baker-Mackie, who is kicking goals and climbing the career ladder thanks to the North Queensland Toyota Cowboy’s Dream, Believe, Achieve program. Since graduating from the training and employment program in 2018 and earning a Certificate III in Hospitality, Ossie has been hard at work…

There is all to play for in Finals Week 2 in the Intrust Super Cup, with teams battling it out to see who will join Norths Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls in the preliminary finals. This year, four Cup clubs will be granted a rare opportunity to make history and play their preliminary finals matches…

Eleven North Queensland Toyota Cowboys contracted players have been named for this weekend’s Hastings Deering Colts semifinals. 2022 Development contracted player Morgan McWhirter, as well as Young Guns Rayden Burns, Josh Smith and Paul Bryan will run out for the Mackay Cutters against the Wynnum Manly Seagulls on Saturday at 11.45am in Tugun. Meanwhile, the…

The PNG Hunters have rewarded the veteran of their squad with the most prestigious awards of their 2021 Intrust Super Cup season, while also recognising their next wave of talent during an emotional end to their time in Australia. Decorated hooker Wartovo Puara Jr took out three major awards at the Hunters’ presentation night for…

Another thrilling weekend of football awaits with two Finals Week 2 games on the menu.

The first week of finals saw teams fighting to progress their campaigns for the chance to be in the big dance on October 10.  Plenty of players stepped up to the occasion.  Wynnum Manly Seagulls skipper Sam Scarlett was instrumental for his side during their win over Burleigh Bears, earning himself the Hastings Deering player…

A Tokyo Olympic Gold Medallist and fellow Fijian Rugby Sevens star are set to join the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys for the 2022 NRL season. Iosefo Masikau and Taniela Sadrugu will arrive in North Queensland for pre-season in November and will train full-time alongside the Cowboys NRL squad for the duration of the 2022 season….

Norths Devils produced a try that lifted the roof off their famous crowd on the hill to seal a thrilling 22-16 Intrust Super Cup qualifying final win over Tweed Seagulls today.

The Souths Logan Magpies fought back from a 22-10 halftime deficit to record a 30-24 win against Townsville Blackhawks to eliminate the North Queensland side from the finals running.

Norths Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls have qualified for the Intrust Super Cup preliminary finals at Suncorp Stadium after recording hard-fought wins in the opening weekend of finals matches. The Devils got the better of Tweed 22-16, while Wynnum Manly edged out the Burleigh Bears 22-14. Both the Devils and Wynnum Manly Seagulls’ preliminary final…

In what is fast becoming a rivalry like no other, the Wynnum Manly Seagulls overcame the Burleigh Bears in their opening weekend finals match, displaying strong defence, cohesive attack and good bench rotation in the hot sun to move on in the finals race. 

On the back of the broad shoulders of front rower Lachlan Timm, the Redcliffe Dolphins ran out winners 40-20 winners over the Sunshine Coast Falcons at Moreton Daily Stadium. Timm was outstanding for the Dolphins in the middle of the field – including one memorable 40-metre charge which left the Falcons defence in tatters and…

Ingham parents have been given the tools and strategies they need to help their children continue practising gratitude, empathy and mindfulness outside the classroom as part of a community night for The Resilience Project.  A presentation for parents and school staff at Gilroy Santa Maria College was delivered by Cowboys community program officer and former…

The finals have arrived in the Intrust Super Cup competition, with four exciting games to be played this weekend to determine who will go one step closer to making it to this year’s decider. Last weekend’s final round of the regular season was an important one, with Northern Pride dropping out of the top eight…

Three Intrust Super Cup clashes will be broadcast live and free this coming weekend, as teams battle it out for a spot in the grand final on October 10.  Intrust Super Cup Kayo Saturdays  The knock-out Intrust Super Cup final between Redcliffe Dolphins and Sunshine Coast Falcons on Saturday will be broadcast exclusively on Kayo…

Eleven former North Queensland Toyota Cowboys have been named to take part in Saturday’s Australian Legends of League match at Darryl Bourke Oval in Moranbah. Former Cowboys Scott Prince, Ben Hannant, Brenton Bowen, Reggie Cressbrook, Noel Goldthorpe, Grant Rovelli and Jaiman Lowe have been named for the Australian Team of NRL Legends, while Travis Norton,…

Finals time is here in the Intrust Super Cup with eight highly deserving teams taking part in this year’s series. The first of the elimination finals will take place on Saturday with all three remaining finals being played in a great Sunday of action.

Rugby league fans attending this year’s NRL grand final are encouraged to turn up early and make sure they don’t miss any of the action, with two exciting Intrust Super Cup preliminary finals to be played in the lead-up to the decider. Four Cup clubs will be granted a rare opportunity to make history this…

Round 17 of the Intrust Super Cup competition was a cracker. Finals spots were on the line, all of the teams wanted to finish the regular season on a high, and the combination of those things meant the games were outstanding.  Souths Logan Magpies weapon Cory Paix was on fire for his side against his…

The North Queensland Toyota Cowboys will welcome three graduates of the club’s Young Guns program to the NRL squad in the 2022 season. Morgan McWhirter, Jordan Lipp and Tyreece Woods join Riley Price as the four members of the Cowboys NRL squad on Development contracts. Players on Development contracts sit outside the club’s Top 30,…

The Intrust Super Cup top eight has been confirmed today following the completion of the final round of regular season fixtures, with the spotlight now shifting to the opening week of the finals next weekend. Week one of the finals will feature two qualifying finals (teams 1-4) and two elimination finals (teams 5-8). The two…

The Sunshine Coast Falcons have snuck into the top eight after rallying late to overcome a determined Central Queensland Capras outfit 24-22 at Sunshine Coast Stadium. With the Northern Pride and the Falcons in a tussle for eighth position and the Pride narrowly going down 24-20 to the Burleigh Bears yesterday, the Falcons were left…

The Souths Logan Magpies will take winning momentum into the finals with a win over Redcliffe Dolphins in Round 17.   More to come.