Nathan Cleary's stellar performance, including two tries and 10 points with the boot, inspired New South Wales to a stunning 30-12 victory over Queensland in Brisbane, securing the State of Origin series. Controversial video reviews also played a role in the decisive win.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a new defence alliance with Fiji to counter China's influence in the Pacific. He will also host leaders from Papua New Guinea and Tonga, while his team addresses domestic criticism over comments about Kylie Minogue.
Queensland staged a remarkable comeback to defeat New South Wales 44-24 in game two of the State of Origin series in Melbourne. Selwyn Cobbo scored a hat-trick, supported by an exceptional kicking display from Sam Walker, to level the series ahead of the decider in Brisbane.
NSW coach Laurie Daley has given Mitchell Moses a deadline to prove his fitness for State of Origin Game 2, naming him in the squad despite a hamstring injury. The Blues lead the series 1-0. Queensland coach Billy Slater recalls Reece Walsh to the Maroons squad.
NSW Blues recover from 20-0 deficit to beat Queensland 22-20 in State of Origin I, with Nathan Cleary scoring a try and kicking three goals, including the winner with a minute left.
Billy Slater has backed Sam Walker to debut for Queensland at halfback, leaving Reece Walsh out of the State of Origin opener. Kalyn Ponga will start at fullback. NSW coach Laurie Daley has named six debutants, with James Tedesco reclaiming the fullback spot.
James Tedesco has been selected as New South Wales's fullback for the State of Origin series opener, replacing Dylan Edwards. The Sydney Roosters captain's strong form secured his spot over Edwards, who started last year's series. The NSW team features six debutants, while Queensland also names new faces and backs Sam Walker at halfback.
New South Wales secured the Women’s State of Origin shield with a 14-10 win over Queensland in Brisbane, decided by a last-minute try-saving tackle by Teagan Berry.
NSW Blues lead Queensland Maroons 8-6 at halftime in Game 2 of the women's State of Origin series at Suncorp Stadium, with tries from Chapman and Nizza for the Blues and Owen for the Maroons.
Jesse Southwell kicked a field goal with seven minutes remaining to seal an 11-6 victory for New South Wales over Queensland in the opening Women's State of Origin match at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle. The Blues halfback, who left Newcastle for Brisbane this year, proved coolest under pressure in front of 20,000 fans. Queensland led 6-0 at half-time but NSW rallied, with Jess Sergis scoring a try on the whistle. The result was a heartbreaking near-miss for Queensland, who had several players suffer head injuries.
