Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery $8 billed every 4 weeks for the first 12 weeks, then $36 billed every 4 weeks. The Norths Devils are one of the oldest Rugby League Clubs in Australia. Norths tries were brilliant, several involved six or seven passes. Until the 1980s it was the premier sporting competition in Brisbane, attracting large crowds and broad media coverage. From there, the Panthers won three straight elimination games to qualify for the decider. You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. Out at Ipswich, the Walker brothers for one shining season in 2015 proved that a radical new (but actually very old) way of playing could win a premiership, and they also defeated Newcastle to win the NRL State Championship. Gavin Jones 6. You already have a current subscription with us. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. Wynnum Manly win their first premiership in 1982. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Did we get it right? The Seagulls side, coached by Des Morris, included future Origin stars Miles, Terry Butler, Ian French, Greg Dowling and Rod Morris. Do you remember Brisbane club rugby league in the 1980s? Channel 9 streaming service 9Now will carry select games, as a global sporting giant pounced on rights to Australias elite competition - spreading the finals to more than 100 countries. He was my best mate since I was a teenager. How long does it take for my home delivery to start? Lowe was an innovator. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. I started on the bench which I was so cranky about. SPECIAL MENTION: 1981, Souths and Mick Reardon deny Artie. window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { Not in conjunction with any other offer. Geyer was the star, scoring three tries that hauled Norths off the canvas after they trailed 16-0 early in the match. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. This option is only available where expressly indicated with the offer. Redcliffes maiden title was a special one as it launched the brilliant career of Arthur Beetson and the tragic career of Kevin Yow Yeh. Not in conjunction with any other offer. This meant that players had to live within a certain distance of their club. On 16 August 2008 in the year of the Centenary of Rugby League, Norths Devils announced their greatest team ever. In 1933 district football was introduced to provide community support and player equalisation. If it occurred today, both teams would be sin-binned as punches flew in all directions with Meninga causing havoc in the middle of it all. Kilroy signed for the Brethren for a Harley Davidson motorcycle. Wests beat Redcliffe in the 1975 grand final in a controversial ending. 7. It should never have happened because as it turned out, if we did lose players from Queensland to go to New South Wales we had the State of Origin. Everyone, especially the media, declared Norths were no chance. Played with the North QLD Marlins in 1984 when they became the first country team to make the finals of the State League. From 1988, Brisbane Rugby League players weren't chosen to represent Queensland again. I sat down with Napa to talk about his great career. This was the end of the BRL competition as league fans knew it. I don't think anyone turned away from you, it was just one big happy family. Not in conjunction with any other offer. 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. Long may it continue. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. The competition returned to a 16-team format in 1998 with the Bundaberg Grizzlies returning to the competition after a year's absence and the admission of the Townsville Stingers and Gold Coast Vikings. (Only applies if home delivery is included in your package), Subscriber-only newsletters straight to your inbox, Todays Paper, a digital replica of the newspaper, SuperCoach Plus for stats, analysis, tips and more, Saturday and Sunday paper delivery* News_Image_File: Henry Holloway in action for the Dolphins in 1965. Did we get it right? On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 11. A first attempt to create a Brisbane side to join the NSWRL in 1986 failed to gain favour with the QRL in a narrow vote, but when a further raft of players left the competition for Sydney at the end of that year, it became obvious the existing situation was untenable. Peter Jackson ); The quality of football convinced the public that the Queensland Cup would survive long term. But first Wynnum-Manly signed off on their golden era with a fourth consecutive State League title, defeating Redcliffe yet again. Playing out of Pizzey Park (one of the great names for a sports ground), a Burleigh team has developed that was nearly as well-coached and organised as the most southern team in the NRL. The latest instalment of Queenslands first-grade league competition will be decided on Sunday when the Easts Tigers meet the Northern Pride at Suncorp Stadium in the Intrust Super Cup final. He was the first coach to position his halves and backs to receive kick offs and pass then to a forward. In 1978, Norths come last and then win the grand final in 1980 as massive underdogs against Souths. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. Not in conjunction with any other offer. 1. In the 1980s, two further teams were added to the Brisbane Rugby League competition: Ipswich (1986) and Logan (1987). Mal Meninga (Souths) (Immortal, ARL and QLD Teams of the Century, ARL Hall of Fame, 46 Tests, QLD 38 games) 16,6,2. Won the Rothmans Medal in 1991 post Broncos. Whos fearful? Payment will be charged to your Google Account. Prior to 1922, the competition was conducted under the auspices of the Queensland Rugby League. ", "Yeah well the crowd was great, they supported you wholeheartedly, they came along but it wasn't only down here on the football field it was on the streets up there. Please call 1800 070 535. The State League competition ran in parallel to the Brisbane Rugby League competition from 1982 to 1995. Each participating team is a feeder club for the Queensland Cup. Captain 1986 1987 (Wynnum) Wayne Bennett. LIVE BLOG: Join Chris Garry from Suncorp Stadium on Sunday. The 1998 Queensland Cup season was the 3rd season of Queensland's top-level statewide rugby league competition. New teams ready to make their mark in new season, Adrian Vowles Cup: The ultimate junior footy pilgrimage, Adrian Vowles Cup best and fairest, Dream Teams. Norths met Valleys several times in 1980, with their final dual of the season coming in the preliminary final won by Norths 15-14. Payment will be charged to your Google Account. If you don't follow the Broncos well who do you follow? on: function(evt, cb) { This is the most sensational grand final of all. We beat Valleys in the prelim final and Muppet scored twice to get us home. 1 try and 5 goals 1979 minor semi-final, 1 try 5 goals in 1980 major semi-final, 1 try and 3 goals in 1980 grand final, 2 tries and 9 goals in 1981 final series. 2 tries in finals. We've been winning the State of Origin, and you can imagine if we were keeping our players, the club competition would be just as good as what it was when I was playing. Full Digital Access to be billed $1 for the first 28 days. Beetson wrote in his biography that Yow Yehs story is a tragedy in too many ways. 1980 grand final By northsdevilsrlfc | October 7 . In 1982, rugby league was thriving and glamour club Wynnum Manly surged to their maiden premiership on the back of Gene Miles brilliance. The Queensland Rugby League commissioned Eric White Associates to investigate the administrative structure of the game in Queensland in 1977. Previously, forwards would stand where the ball was predicted to land and often drop it before they could hit it up. Terry Butler (Wynnum-Manly) (QLD 1 game) 10,3,2. Manly) - 3,1,1. 4. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. However, they didnt account for the mercurial brilliance of Smoking Joe Kilroy and blow-in Kiwi coach Graham Lowe. LinkedIn. The competition consists of Brisbane's top six rugby league clubs. VOTE FOR YOU FAVOURITE. This was the first sign that the Queensland Cup, now the Intrust Super Cup, could be a legitimate competition sitting below the NRL. But that is a tragedy as far as I'm concerned is that the people miss that club identity. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. It could take up to 5 business days before your first paper delivery arrives. I didnt know where Brisbane was. Both were superstars in the Dolphins premiership season and joined Balmain in Sydney for the 1966 season. To upgrade, call 1300 MY NEWS (696 397), As a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member youll get unlimited digital access to every story online, insight and analysis from our expert journalists PLUS enjoy freebies, discounts and benefits with our +Rewards loyalty program. 1.6K subscribers Norths met Valleys several times in 1980, with their final dual of the season coming in the preliminary final won by Norths 15-14. VIDEO: Devils and Diehards rip in to each other. New customers only. Both games will be played at Suncorp Stadium, adding even more incentive to play well during an already exciting time of year. Chris Phelan was the man we had identified to stop in the forwards. Kilroy was a Bronco the following year and several of Brothers premiership stars headed for Sydney with Mark Coyne, Peter Gill, Steve Carter and Trevor Bailey all ending up at the Dragons. 34 Tests, QLD 35 games) 19,5,3. This automatically renews to be charged as $24 (min. Home delivery is not available in all areas and is not the regional edition. News_Image_File: Matt Geyer in action for Melbourne Storm. He kicked the winning goal despite carrying an ankle injury which occurred while running a coaching clinic shortly before the decider. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. But when they brought in the Queensland side into the NSWRL that was the end of the Brisbane Rugby League, as far as that was concerned. Why subscribe to become a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member? Captained Norths between 1985 and 1993. But once your delivery is activated, youll get the next edition, hot off the press. man of the match in 1979 and 1986 grand finals. If youre after great odds on every NRL match try signing up for PlayUp. Joe Kilroy starred again, this time for Brothers. Easts Tigers win the 1972 grand final with a field goal in the last minute. 6. It was first held in 1922 and for every year until 1997. 3. Can I put my subscription or membership on hold? See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. The Brisbane Rugby League however, had been in slow decline for some 15 years as large numbers of its players left to compete in the more lucrative Sydney Rugby League, and began to lose popular interest with the creation of the Brisbane Broncos in 1988. This automatically renews to be charged as $24 (min. Until 1932 Brisbane Exhibition Ground was the home of rugby league in the city. Honourable mentions Len Kenny, Len Dawson, Frank Melit, Reg Bubbles Pegg, Lionel Morgan. Select the subscription offer youd like to buy, click Subscribe with Google, and you will be directed to complete your purchase using your Google account. Spectators cheered while a commentator was quoted as saying "that's as bad as I've seen in a Grand Final." When play resumed, a close game finished with Norths winning 17-15. Geyer was the star, scoring three tries that hauled Norths off the canvas after they trailed 16-0 early in the match. 2000s. The Brisbane Rugby League premiership was fully superseded by the ARL Premiership which took nationwide first-class status in 1995. Not in conjunction with any other offer. (Not available in all areas and is not the Regional edition). Brothers win the 1987 premiership at the end of the BRL era. 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