Tag: Illawarra Division

Group 7, Illawarra

First-of-its-kind referee academy set to benefit emerging Illawarra and South Coast match officials

Tallon Smith Emerging rugby league match officials on the South Coast are set to benefit from a specialised development program after inaugural Illawarra South Coast Referee Academy was launched last week.  Supported by both the Group 7 and Illawarra competitions and their respective referee associations, the academy comprises 28 referees between the ages of 15 and 19, and eight referee coaches from across the region. … Continue reading First-of-its-kind referee academy set to benefit emerging Illawarra and South Coast match officials

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Illawarra

EXCLUSIVE: Illawarra Cup to continue in same format after historic Sydney club joins as sixth team

Tallon Smith The Illawarra Rugby League’s flagship Harrigan Cup first grade competition will continue in the same format in 2026 after the Sutherland-Loftus Pirates were unveiled as the crucial sixth team for the upcoming season. The Sutherland Shire club have affiliated with NSW Cup team Newtown Jets, and will act as their reserves side in the Illawarra’s premier competition, replacing De La Salle Caringbah, who … Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Illawarra Cup to continue in same format after historic Sydney club joins as sixth team

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Illawarra

Popular Illawarra sporting identity set to tackle world record for mental health

Tallon Smith Local Illawarra sporting identity Lee Murray is preparing for one of his most ambitious challenges yet ahead of this weekend’s 65,000 Reasons To Fight fundraiser in support of local mental health programs. The 36-hour event at his Titleshot Boxing and Fitness gym in Wollongong is in benefit of Talk2MeBro, a charity which aims to end suicide in Australia by delivering crucial mental health … Continue reading Popular Illawarra sporting identity set to tackle world record for mental health

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Illawarra, Statewide

Statewide Wrap: New top five system sees Corrimal snap 16-year finals drought

Tallon Smith The Corrimal Cougars have secured a place in the Illawarra Rugby League finals for the first time in 16 years after a 40-12 win over De La Salle Caringbah in Woolooware on Saturday. Led by doubles to Joe Duggan and Logen Dillon, the Cougars ran in a remarkable seven tries to two to secure a crucial victory that elevated them above Thirroul into … Continue reading Statewide Wrap: New top five system sees Corrimal snap 16-year finals drought

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Group 7

Around the Groups: McElhone scores four as Shellharbour find form in big win over Milton-Ulladulla

Tallon Smith The Shellharbour Sharks have bounced back from a period of uncharacteristic form with a 40-10 victory over the Milton-Ulladulla Bulldogs at Bill Andriske Oval on Sunday afternoon. Centre Jayme McElhone starred for the Sharks, crossing for four of his side’s eight tries to set up a much needed 30-point victory. Speaking to Battlers For Bush Footy this week, Sharks First Grade Coach Abed … Continue reading Around the Groups: McElhone scores four as Shellharbour find form in big win over Milton-Ulladulla

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Queensland, Statewide

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

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