Mal signed it! Payment will be charged to your Google Account. Gary Badge Belcher (Souths) (21 Tests, QLD 16 games) 9,1,1. Kevins relative Jharal also had a heartbreaking end to his career, when a compound fracture called curtains on his incredible talent at age 24. 7. Redcliffe had funds but still couldnt buy themselves a premiership, Souths had lost their stars to Canberra and had only one player left from their 1985 premiership side. Bob Kellaway (Souths, Brothers, Ipswich) (QLD 1 game) 7,2,0. The 1960s were the decade of the North Devils. Brothers folded in 2004 but have launched a bid to become an NRL club. Selected players from the Brisbane Rugby League clubs, represented Brisbane in matches against various Sydney Rugby League clubs.The representative team for Brisbane was called Combined Brisbane, but was also called Brisbane Capitals or Brisbane Firsts or Brisbane Poinsettias. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Queensland Rugby League respects and honours the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. Peter Gill. Kilroy fielded a Mal Meninga clearing kick in his own half and blitzed past five Souths defenders before finding Dunn for the try. 4BC Radios BRL Team of the 80s The Brisbane Rugby League premiership was fully superseded by the ARL Premiership which took nationwide first-class status in 1995. { News_Image_File: The huge crowd at the 1975 decider. ); He was the first coach to position his halves and backs to receive kick offs and pass then to a forward. The "founding fathers" of the QRFL included John Fihelly, an Australian Labor Party Member of Parliament who became Minister for Railways and Deputy Premier. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. This is the most thrilling game of the Queensland Cup era. Norths - 1.Kilroy 2.Bird 3.Dunn 4.Dutton 5.Warnock 6.Murray (c) 7.Henrick 8.Draper 9.Graham 10.Walker 11.Dews 12.Conescu 13.Bernardin coach-Lowe Souths - 1.Glynn 2.Thompson 3.Meninga 4.Astill (c) 5.Gramm 6.Brackin 7.Sully 8.Phelan 9.Moroko 10.Lumby 11.Naylor 12.Johnstone 13.Brown coach-Bennett <u>Lower grade grand finals</u> News_Image_File: 1987 Brothers rugby grand final league team photograph: front row (from left) Mark Coyne, Clinton Mohr, Greg Smith, Ross Strudwick (coach), Trevor Bailey (captain), Gary Smith, Jeff Burns, Joe Kilroy, Robbie Moore (trainer). Mal Meninga recently wrote that Bennetts achievement with Souths should no longer be ignored by historians and Sydney-centric media and officialdom. In the grand final, Brothers survived an initial onslaught from the Dolphins international front row before running their opponents ragged. The beauty of having a digital subscription or membership is that it travels with you. Monday to Friday 7:30am 6:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00am 11:30am (AEST), App or digital edition only customer? You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. Flashback to our 1980 premiership team and one of our greatest club figures - Mark Murray - in today's Northside Chronicle. (Not available in all areas and is not the Regional edition). 7. This is the most thrilling game of the Queensland Cup era. Mal Meninga wasnt going to be my problem; he was Brian Dunns issue. John Wilshire's sideline conversion put Norths in front by two, their first lead of the game coming in the 60th minute. Burleighs extra time triumph of Easts Tigers to win the 2004 premiership. } Joe Kilroy starred again, this time for Brothers. The final season before the Broncos were born and the competitions best players moved to Red Hill or migrated to Sydney clubs. This was the end of the BRL competition as league fans knew it. I won about seven of them during the 70s but the look at the time was safari suits and people laugh at me now if I wear them.. Beetson wrote in his biography that Yow Yehs story is a tragedy in too many ways. After purchase, this subscription may be managed in your Google Account Settings. Or listen via theSEN app. You already have a current subscription with us. Our Privacy Policy includes important information about our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information (including to provide you with targeted advertising based on your online activities). The Queensland Rugby League commissioned Eric White Associates to investigate the administrative structure of the game in Queensland in 1977. Can I put my subscription or membership on hold? Each participating team is a feeder club for the Queensland Cup. Norths tries were brilliant, several involved six or seven passes. 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Back row: (from left) John Coppleman (runner), Robert Grogan, Tony Rea, Jim Stafford, Peter Gill, Eric Kennedy, Brett Le Man, Steve Carter, Gary Vernon, Shane McErlean, Mick Long (selector), Dick Healy (selector). 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. 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. Beetson would become an immortal and arguably the games best forward. All times AEDT (GMT +11). They said they had Graham Lowe and Mark Graham who I knew very well from home and they would pay my rent for two years, $500 sign on and $200 a game. Bruce Astill In 1922 the Brisbane Rugby Football League (Brisbane Rugby Football League, later Brisbane Rugby League) was formed out of dissatisfaction with the way the Queensland Rugby League ran the game. Brothers had surged but with a roster destined to be gouged apart by St George and finances under pressure, the club was headed for oblivion. We were peaking at just the right time. 15. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Between Souths Brisbane and Paramatta Phelan played in 5 consecutive grand finals, winning four. He won a $100 George Symons suit and a $60 transistor radio. Not in conjunction with any other offer. The field goal was the first in Fyfes career. More than 30,000 packed into Lang Park that day but only the Souths supporters went home happy. It was first held in 1922 and for every year until 1997. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. THIS is an ode to real rugby league; the unsanitised version of the code where Queensland rivalries are fiercer than anything Sydney tosses up. The win ended a 22-year premiership drought for Easts. Teams that joined the Brisbane Rugby League competition around this time were South Coast (19521953), Wynnum-Manly (1951) and Redcliffe (1960). Kevin Yow Yeh is in the background. News_Image_File: Norths captain Mark Murray in action in 1980. News_Image_File: Captain Norm Carr hoists the 1985 premiership trophy and Mal Meninga in action for Souths. } } Colin Scott I think I'm sure that's what McAuliffe didn't want to happen. Please gamble responsibly. News_Image_File: Shane O'Flanagan (Burleigh). Our Privacy Policy includes important information about our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information (including to provide you with targeted advertising based on your online activities). You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. 17. Mark Graham -Would be a super star today, running freely, was just a great player. If you wanted to order a wrecking ball from New Zealand to come to Norths Devils and wreak havoc then Stan Napa would be top of your list. Redcliffes first premiership in 1965, defeating Valleys 15-2. 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. 1980 BRL Grand Final Souths v Norths 6,930 views May 9, 2009 11 Dislike Share Save Steven Feige 147 subscribers 1980 Brisbane Rugby League Grand Final Highlights - Southern Suburbs versus. Followed categories will be added to My News. 5. 1. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. An estimated crowd of 10,000 people swarmed Kougari Oval for the post-match club presentations. This meant that players had to live within a certain distance of their club. Those involved took particular exception to the salary being earned by Harry Sunderland as secretary of the Queensland Rugby League. Honourable mentions Tom Gorman, Fred Firpo Newman, Jack Reardon, Mick Retchless, Gene Miles. 4. But that is a tragedy as far as I'm concerned is that the people miss that club identity. Souths had Mal Meninga, Bruce Astill Ash Lumby, Chris Phelan and Billy Johnstone and South Sydney great Bob McCarthy as coach. If you subscribe directly with us you will also get access to our News+ Network which is made up of some of our most popular news sites, like. The quality of football convinced the public that the Queensland Cup would survive long term. No cancellations during the first 12 months. 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. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. 4. The Seagulls side, coached by Des Morris, included future Origin stars Miles, Terry Butler, Ian French, Greg Dowling and Rod Morris. However, Redcliffe were denied those dying seconds when Wests fans ran on to the field in the final minute to prevent Redcliffes final set with the ball. 3. . News_Image_File: Jeff Fyfe is doused with beer by Valleys opponent Russell Hughes in 1972. The Blackhawks have signalled the start of an exciting era for Townsville, naming a new-look side stacked with Cowboys talent. Follow Us Courier Mail Player of the year 1986. Head-to-head:Redcliffe Dolphins 33, Norths Devils 15, draws 2 How long does it take for my home delivery to start? 3 tries in 1984 major semi-final, 2 tries and 1 field goal in 1985 minor semi-final. Until 1932 Brisbane Exhibition Ground was the home of rugby league in the city. Geyer was the star, scoring three tries that hauled Norths off the canvas after they trailed 16-0 early in the match. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. Instead, referee Eddie Ward gave a caution to all players. 3. Joe Kilroy starred again, this time for Brothers. 2 tries in finals. Did we get it right? 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. The Devils must repeat their unforgettable 1980 grand final win when they came from fourth place to stun Souths in the decider at Lang Park. 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. 816 subscribers 1980 Brisbane Rugby League Grand Final Norths Devils v Souths Magpies at Lang Park. The epic 1990 grand final brawl between Norths and Valleys. [6] Harry Bates Fonda Metassa Jack Reardon Henry Hegarty Joe Kilroy Bill Pearson Jack Stapleton Vic Rudd Cameron Smith Lloyd Weier Trevor Gillmeister Mark Graham Tue 28 Feb 2023, 08:42 AM. Meanwhile, the last rights of the BRL as a top-flight competition were being played out. callback: cb Anyone can contribute to The Roar and have their work Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Beetson would become an immortal and arguably the games best forward. on: function(evt, cb) { See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. I didnt know where Brisbane was. If he wasnt coming over here I wouldnt have come over. This is the most sensational grand final of all. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. 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. The Chook Pen at Wynnum Manly can still get pretty intense, especially when they play their Bayside rivals, the Redcliffe Dolphins. This also affected the popularity of the Bulimba Cup which had been held between the cities of Brisbane, Ipswich and Toowoomba since the 1930s. The QRL created the Winfield State League in 82 to bring in teams from around the state and rejuvenate the competition but it had not gained significant traction with either fans or sponsors. The Brisbane Broncos debuted in the Sydney Rugby League premiership in 1988. I remember Rothmans handing out cigarettes on the night. ); It was 84 seconds of pure madness. For full details, see our Terms and Conditions www.couriermail.com.au/connectedterms. This coincided with the commencement of television broadcasts of Brisbane Rugby League games in the same year. 9. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. He was my best mate since I was a teenager. 14. 15. featured alongside some of Australias most prominent sports journalists. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. You already have a current subscription with us. VIDEO: Extra-time heroics from Bear OFlanagan. The 1998 Queensland Cup season was the 3rd season of Queensland's top-level statewide rugby league competition. 13. The BRL became a state competition from 1995-97 until the Queensland Cup, which became a league-style competition in 1998, superseded the BRL as the top state league. Redcliffes first premiership in 1965, defeating Valleys 15-2. It explains that if you do not provide us with information we have requested from you, we may not be able to provide you with the goods and services you require. 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