Statewide Wrap: Seven-way tie for lead in incredible start to Group 7 season

Tallon Smith The Milton-Ulladulla Bulldogs have joined six teams in a tie for equal first in Group 7 First Grade after a hard-fought 14-6 home victory over Albion Park-Oak Flats on Saturday. After being held to nil in their last start against Stingrays, the Bulldogs gained their second victory of the year over the Eagles, following their round one win over Nowra-Bomaderry. Jamberoo continued their … Continue reading Statewide Wrap: Seven-way tie for lead in incredible start to Group 7 season

NSW Statewide Scoreboard: April 12/13

Region 1: East Coast Northern Rivers (Group 1/18) Bilambil 24 defeated Evans Head 12 Lismore Marist 26 defeated Ballina 20 Tweed Coast 24 defeated Tweed Heads 18 Cudgen 44 defeated Lower Clarence 22 Other games unavailable Group 2 Yet to start Group 3 Port Macquarie 34 defeated Port City 6 Macleay Valley 34 defeated Taree City 32 Other scores unavailable Region 2: Greater Northern Group … Continue reading NSW Statewide Scoreboard: April 12/13

All 16 places filled for 2025 edition in remarkable turnaround for famous West Wyalong Knockout 

Tallon Smith All sixteen slots at the West Wyalong Knockout have been filled before Christmas by clubs from four different competitions in a stunning renaissance for the annual pre-season rugby league tournament. After ten of the spots were filled last week, the remaining six places were all occupied by Monday evening after clubs raced to confirm their participation in what has been described as the … Continue reading All 16 places filled for 2025 edition in remarkable turnaround for famous West Wyalong Knockout 

The Big Announcement: The 2024 Battler of the Year

Tallon Smith We have arrived at the pointy end of the year, and it is time to crown our 2024 Battlers For Bush Footy Battler of the Year. The Battler of the Year is the most prestigious award given by Battlers For Bush Footy, to the player or volunteer that does the most for a club or the game across regional Australia. The award is … Continue reading The Big Announcement: The 2024 Battler of the Year

2024 Battler of the Year: Your Five Finalists

By Tallon Smith We have arrived at the pointy end of the year, and it is almost time to crown our 2024 Battlers For Bush Footy Battler of the Year. The Battler of the Year is the most prestigious award given by Battlers For Bush Footy, to the player or volunteer that does the most for a club or the game across regional Australia. The … Continue reading 2024 Battler of the Year: Your Five Finalists

Major Rugby League event to be played in Tamworth after NRL snub

By Tallon Smith Regional NSW will take centre stage a week after Brisbane hosts NRL Magic Round 2025 when Tamworth plays host to the inaugural NSW Cup Regional Magic Round the following weekend in May. The event, which will be held from the 9th until the 11th of May next year, will see four Group 4 First Grade fixtures played alongside a full round of … Continue reading Major Rugby League event to be played in Tamworth after NRL snub

The Off-season Battler: November Edition

Tallon Smith In between enjoying daylight savings and a few yarns at the pub, the Battler has been spending his off-season with his ear to the ground, listening for any rumblings from the Riverina and beyond. With signings and changes aplenty across the bush, here is a look at the top stories driving the bush footy rumour so far mill this month. Here is your … Continue reading The Off-season Battler: November Edition

The Off-Season Battler: October Update

By “The Battler” In between enjoying daylight savings and a few yarns at the pub, the Battler has been spending his off-season with his ear to the ground, listening for any rumblings from the Riverina and beyond. With signings and changes aplenty across the bush, here is a look at the top stories driving the bush footy rumour so far mill this month. Here is … Continue reading The Off-Season Battler: October Update

The Battlers Wrap Around: Warialda kings of Group 19; Erina, Camden, Kendall Premiers

By Tallon Smith The Warialda Wombats may hail from a town with a population of just over 1,000 people, but little did that matter on Sunday after they defeated Inverell 60-32 in the Group 19 Grand Final at Jim Payne Oval. The Wombats piled on the points to break a 17-year drought dating back to their 2007 triumph over Guyra, winning a record 10th Group … Continue reading The Battlers Wrap Around: Warialda kings of Group 19; Erina, Camden, Kendall Premiers

Bound for glory: Every NSW Country Competition’s Grand Final Day

By Tallon Smith It’s the jewel in the crown of every competition, and the biggest day on the sporting calendar for many districts. Local Grand Finals for the majority of the state’s competitions are fast approaching, with some competitions having already played their biggest game of the year. In saying that, here is a list of every competition’s Grand Final day, and where already known, … Continue reading Bound for glory: Every NSW Country Competition’s Grand Final Day