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The Latest Breaking News from North Queensland

North Queensland will assess on Thursday whether Tom Dearden and Tom Gilbert can feature in their top-four home clash with Cronulla after State of Origin III.

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Young Tommy gun fires as Maroons triumph

Tom Dearden's role was shrouded in secrecy but the young playmaker rose to the occasion on his Origin debut with a composed performance in Queensland's halves.

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Feldt backs Cowboys' mental strength

A gruelling preseason and being pushed to their mental limits is the backbone of North Queensland's success this season, says winger Kyle Feldt.

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Hope Hendra virus antibody therapy will stop deadly disease developing in two humans exposed to infected horse

Two people who have been in close contact with a horse that was infected with Hendra virus in Mackay, North Queensland, will receive an antibody therapy on "compassionate" grounds, aimed at preventing them from developing the deadly disease.

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Munster out, Dearden to debut for Qld

North Queensland's Tom Dearden will make his State of Origin debut after Queensland playmaker Cameron Munster was ruled out of next week's decider.

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Injury rules NSW's McLean out of Origin

NSW have suffered a blow ahead of next weekend's State of Origin decider with debutant Jordan McLean ruling himself out due to a hamstring injury.

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Cowboys beat Broncos, record Qld sweep

North Queensland have recorded their first ever 4-0 NRL season sweep over state opposition, scoring a comprehensive 40-26 win over Brisbane in Townsville.

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Reynolds, Haas firm for Broncos' Qld derby

Kevin Walters says Payne Haas and Adam Reynolds will play in Brisbane's Queensland derby clash with North Queensland.

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Haas still a chance to face Cowboys

Payne Haas suffered a suspected syndesmosis injury in Sunday's State of Origin match but Brisbane say he could still line up against North Queensland.

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Leilua opens up on sudden Tigers NRL exit

Luciano Leilua claims Wests Tigers wanted him to leave the NRL club early but the Tigers' football department says otherwise.

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Reynolds set for Broncos NRL return

Adam Reynolds missed Brisbane's last game through injury but looks set to make his return against North Queensland this weekend.

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Pet crocodiles shot by owner in North Queensland after being denied renewal permit

A North Queensland man who shot two pet saltwater crocodiles and then delivered the carcasses to government offices says he felt he had no other choice after being denied a permit to continue keeping the animals. WARNING: This article contains graphic images.

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Thriving Townsville street art scene 'on par' with world's best, says public art researcher

An unlikely North Queensland city is poised to establish itself on the international street art map.

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Ukrainian war refugee, 73, finding hope in Queensland English lessons after fleeing Kharkiv

With the sounds of bombs still ringing in her ears on her arrival in Australia, Ukrainian war refugee Liudmyla Prymakova is finding hope by learning English in north Queensland to better integrate into her new Australian home.

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Taulagi on pole for maiden Maroons call-up

Murray Taulagi's red-hot form for the North Queensland Cowboys looks set to throw him into a Maroons debut in Perth.

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North Queensland storm home against Manly, Storm end Brisbane's winning streak

North Queensland scored three tries in four minutes to overwhelm Manly late while Melbourne have managed to end Brisbane's lengthy winning streak.

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Leilua to make Cowboys debut in Qld derby

North Queensland coach Todd Payten has earmarked the Queensland derby with Brisbane for Luciano Leilua's Cowboys debut.

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North Queensland Cowboys join the NRLW under expanded women's competition

A talented teen who played rugby with the boys will soon have a chance at achieving her dream of playing for the Cowboys as North Queensland secures a team in the NRLW.

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Leilua granted early release from Tigers

Luciano Leilua has been granted an early release from his Wests Tigers contract and will join North Queensland for the remainder of the season.

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ACL injury puts Cowboy Luki out for season

Scans have confirmed the worst for Heilum Luki, with the North Queensland back-rower to miss the remainder of the NRL season because of a knee injury.

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Cowboys down Dragons for 10th NRL win

North Queensland have comfortably seen off St George Illawarra 31-12 to win their 10th game of the season and keep them firmly in the NRL's top four.

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Cowboys show off Qld Origin next gen

A pair of 21-year-olds shone on Thursday for a North Queensland team missing four State of Origin stars, in a sign the Maroons' cupboard is well stocked.

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Stan television series Black Snow focuses on Australian South Sea Islander history

A classic "whodunnit" deeply rooted in the history of its North Queensland backdrop is set to begin filming this month … and it is looking for local cast.

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Cowboys out to inflict more hurt on Titans

Jason Taumalolo's return from injury helps offset the loss of four players to Origin for North Queensland when they play Gold Coast in NRL on Thursday night.

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Taumalolo back as Origin impacts clubland

North Queensland and Penrith have shuffled their decks to handle mass changes thanks to State or Origin, while Joey Manu will play fullback for the Roosters.

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