Four tries in 20 minutes end hopes of an upset as Forbes powers past Parkes in long weekend derby

Cover Photo: Krak’d Lens Tallon Smith The Forbes Magpies turned a narrow half time deficit into a statement win after emerging from Jock Colley Field with a 32-18 victory over Parkes in the club’s annual long weekend game on Sunday. Looking to respond after being on the wrong end of a 40-10 scoreline against Bathurst St Patrick’s a week ago, the Magpies overcame a slow … Continue reading Four tries in 20 minutes end hopes of an upset as Forbes powers past Parkes in long weekend derby

Five must-see games this season as Peter McDonald Premiership season begins this weekend

Tallon Smith Rivalries in the Central West’s premier rugby league competition are set to renew for another year this weekend, when round one of the Peter McDonald Premiership kicks off. Beginning with a clash between Bathurst St Pats and Lithgow Workies on Saturday, the first grade competition will again feature 12 teams this season, with the Wellington Cowboys confirming their entry last month. The opening … Continue reading Five must-see games this season as Peter McDonald Premiership season begins this weekend

EXCLUSIVE: Dubbo CYMS look within to appoint 2026 first grade coach 

Tallon Smith Defending PMP Premiers Dubbo CYMS have found their replacement for outgoing head coach Shawn Townsend after appointing veteran forward Jarryn Powyer as captain-coach for the 2026 campaign. Already skipper of the side since 2019, Powyer will take on the coaching duties for the second time next season as the Fishies search for back-to-back titles and a third in four years. Speaking on his … Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Dubbo CYMS look within to appoint 2026 first grade coach