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. log in. Monday to Friday 7:30am 6:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00am 11:30am (AEST), App or digital edition only customer? Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. My landlord came to see me and said your rent is not being paid so I rang Bob Bax and said my rent hasnt been paid; it was taken care of by the end of the day. Wayne Bennetts Souths shock Wally Lewis Wynnum Manly to win the 1985 grand final. 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. No cancellations during the first 12 months. 3. The truth is, he has won eight, having masterminded Souths 1985 win over Wynnum. However, the BRL maintained legal top-flight status until the advent of the national Australian Rugby League premiership in 1995, which superseded both it and the Sydney Rugby League premiership. They seem to forget Brisbane Souths started in 1910. })(); View northsdevilsrlfcs profile on Facebook, View northsdevilsrlfcs profile on Instagram, RED ROCK MATCH PREVIEW: Devils set for decider, Sio nears a final fling for beloved Devils, Gamble ready for grand final dance with the Devils, Devils dash of pink a tribute to special mum, Devils and Dolphins prepare for historic decider, Redcliffe have won the past two games between the sides, although Norths had won the previous three, Redcliffe have won the past six games between these two sides at this venue. 2. { 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. Smokin Joe Kilroy (Norths, Brothers) (QLD 6 games) 8,2,2. man of the match 1980 grand final. The Brisbane Rugby League premiership was fully superseded by the ARL Premiership which took nationwide first-class status in 1995. } ", This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 04:07. 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The highlight of the match was an amazing Brian Dunn try, set up by Kilory. 2 tries in finals. Instead, referee Eddie Ward gave a caution to all players. Brothers win the 1987 premiership at the end of the BRL era. 6. Please call us on 1800 070 535 and well help resolve the issue or try again later. 15 minutes later, Wests added four more points when winger Mark Maguire crossed in the corner. Broadcast war: Channel 9 dealt basketball finals blow, First look at Blackhawks future as Cowboys-stacked side gets named. 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. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. The game is best remembered for a vicious all-in brawl. 12. VIDEO: Brothers farewell the BRL in style. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. 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. Colin Scott Kevin Yow Yeh is in the background. Yow Yeh was a freak talent but his life was cut short when he died of a heart attack in police custody in June 27, 1975. Five-eighth: Wally Lewis (Valleys, Wynnum) Mal Meninga recently wrote that Bennetts achievement with Souths should no longer be ignored by historians and Sydney-centric media and officialdom. The Brisbane Broncos debuted in the Sydney Rugby League premiership in 1988. (finals appearances, grand finals, premierships): There were so many great players in the 1980s that here is a second team that would hold its own against anyone: [4] Legally, although they share the same name, this competition is completely separate from the original BRL. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. Follow Us A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. A then-record crowd at Lang Park of 19,824 saw Northern Suburbs defeat Fortitude Valley in the Brisbane Rugby League grand final in September 1961.[3]. He was young but just understood football and footballers. That means you've got to follow a New South Wales side. Greg Turtle Conescu (Norths, Redcliffe) (9 Tests, QLD 21 games) 8,2,1. Won the Rothmans Medal in 1991 post Broncos. But that is a tragedy as far as I'm concerned is that the people miss that club identity. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. However, before the ball landed fans had flooded Lang Park ensuring there was no chance for Redcliffe to pressure Wests receiver into an error. I remember the suits though. But once your delivery is activated, youll get the next edition, hot off the press. [2][3], Geyer and Matt Rua would go onto play in the Melbourne Storm's NRL Grand Final win over the St George Illawarra Dragons a year later, while Steven Bell would win an NRL premiership with the Manly Sea Eagles in 2008. Captained Norths between 1985 and 1993. Burleigh however were the fitter side in a game that almost stretched to 100 minutes. His death in a watch house has long been the subject of controversy. Become a member to join in Australia's biggest sporting debate, submit articles, receive updates straight to your inbox and keep up with your favourite teams and authors. The highlight of the match was an amazing Brian Dunn try, set up by Kilory. Grand Finals 'stats pack" with all the number you need to know for this weekend's game, courtesy of Brad Tallon. The Devils, with a rookie captain Mark Murray and a hastily assembled squad, were expected to win the wooden spoon in 1980, instead they played a brilliant brand of football to take out the premiership beating the Magpies 17-15. ); A then-record crowd at Lang Park of 19,824 saw Northern Suburbs defeat Fortitude Valley in the Brisbane Rugby League grand final in September 1961. The second half was all Norths, as they ran in 29 unanswered points to secure their maiden premiership. Redcliffe had Artie Beetson as captain-coach and looked certain to break their long premiership drought until Mal Meninga and Mick Reardon caught Dolphins winger Louta Atoi out of position and Reardon did the rest. Norths win the 1980 grand final, beating a star-studded Souths Magpies side. You must provide an email address to create a Roar account, When using Facebook to create or log in to an account, you need to grant The Roar permission to see your email address, By joining The Roar you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { 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. We want to see it! Mate, I have no idea where the radio is, Morris said this week. Mark Muppet Murray (Norths, Valleys, Redcliffe) (6 Tests, QLD 16 games) 7,2,1. This clip showcases the two teams'. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery 12 Month Plan costs $312 (min. News_Image_File: Joe Kilroy in action for Brothers. The Northern Pride also won the State Championships the year before, but we are in the midst of a four year streak for the southerners, although the Burleigh Bears came within four points of the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2019. Bryan Niebling (Valleys, Redcliffe) (13 Tests, QLD 11 games) 11,1,0. } Beetson would become an immortal and arguably the games best forward. The Seagulls side, coached by Des Morris, included future Origin stars Miles, Terry Butler, Ian French, Greg Dowling and Rod Morris. THIS is an ode to real rugby league; the unsanitised version of the code where Queensland rivalries are fiercer than anything Sydney tosses up. You beat Brothers and Valleys in the finals and then the big one. 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. VOTE FOR YOU FAVOURITE. Competing in the Brisbane Rugby League competition that year were Brothers, Carltons, Coorparoo, University, Valley and Wests, with Past Grammars rejoining in 1924. Any Questions? Lowe was an innovator. This is the most sensational grand final of all. The Club has a proud record of success having been crowned Club Champions 14 times, along with 14 A Grade/State Premierships. However, they didnt account for the mercurial brilliance of Smoking Joe Kilroy and blow-in Kiwi coach Graham Lowe. In 1933 district football was introduced to provide community support and player equalisation. Broadcast: This game will be broadcast via Channel 9, 9Now, FOX and Kayo. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. 3. Kilroy signed for the Brethren for a Harley Davidson motorcycle. 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. People would come up and talk to you, they'd stop you in the street and get your autograph and have a talk to you and wish you all the best and really support you in what you were doing and lifting the Club. New customers only. Gavin Jones The "founding fathers" of the QRFL included John Fihelly, an Australian Labor Party Member of Parliament who became Minister for Railways and Deputy Premier. Chris Garry, Steve Ricketts and Barry Dick present the top 10 moments of the Brisbane Rugby League and Queensland Cup in the past 50 years, featuring more controversy than the Cowboys could find in a Sydney final. 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. { As the Broncos began to represent Brisbane at rugby league in the public eye the Brisbane Rugby League competition entered the terminal phase of its decline. Don't miss out on the headlines from Sport. It is also a source of pleasure to many who yearn for the days when rugby league was simpler and you could meet your idols pulling beers at the leagues club. Wests halfback Jason Twist scored the first points of the game after four minutes with a try close the posts. A last-minute field goal from Easts lock Jeff Fyfe engineered a 16-15 victory for the Tigers over a gallant Valleys team. We had a special relationship. Honourable mentions Bill Tyquin, Jack Gunboat Ryrie, Norm Carr, Bob Lindner, Ian French. 4BC Radios BRL Team of the 80s After purchase, this subscription may be managed in your Google Account Settings. 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. The Port Moresby Vipers withdrew after two seasons in the competition after they were unable to continue to pay their travel and accommodation costs. Norths met Valleys several times in 1980, with their final dual of the season coming in the preliminary final won by Norths 15-14. 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. The clash went deep into extra time before unheralded prop Shane OFlanagan became the unlikely hero with a barge over try in the 97th minute to earn the Bears a 22-18 win. News_Image_File: Jeff Fyfe is doused with beer by Valleys opponent Russell Hughes in 1972. event : evt, 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. Geyer was the star, scoring three tries that hauled Norths off the canvas after they trailed 16-0 early in the match. Some great old BRL names take the field here, including Ziggy Strasser, Mark Murray, Joe Kilroy, Campbell 'Zulu' Dews (minus the trademark beard), Ross Henrick, Johnny Payne, Yogi Dunn, Wally Lewis (playing halfback), Al McInnes and Bryan NieblingI'd better stop as I could go on forever! Devils v Dolphins The quality of football convinced the public that the Queensland Cup would survive long term. Full Digital Access to be billed $1 for the first 28 days. In 1967 the Queensland Rugby League removed the residential qualifications for players in Brisbane Rugby League clubs, meaning that players did not have to reside in their certain suburbs to play for their teams. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. VIDEO: The day Wayne Bennetts career was defined, When the NRL talks about heritage, it is about how South Sydney started life in 1908, Meninga wrote. Terry Butler (Wynnum-Manly) (QLD 1 game) 10,3,2. Both were superstars in the Dolphins premiership season and joined Balmain in Sydney for the 1966 season. Matt Geyer scores three tries in 1998 for Norths Devils as they beat Wests. Grand Finals 'stats pack" with all the number you need to know for this weekend's game, courtesy of Brad Tallon. Head-to-head finals:Redcliffe Dolphins 2, Norths Devils 1 25 years later, the competition now boasts teams from the Tweed all the way to Port Moresby and has become a source of quality footballers for the National Rugby League through its feeder team arrangements. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. 820 subscribers Massive fight (punch up) in the 1980 Brisbane Rugby League Grand Final Norths Devils v Souths Magpies at Lang Park. Norths have only won the one game at Moreton Daily Stadium since 2009 (in 2013) against the Dolphins. Captain 1984 1985. Souths had Mal Meninga, Bruce Astill Ash Lumby, Chris Phelan and Billy Johnstone and South Sydney great Bob McCarthy as coach. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Join the conversation, you are commenting as. 1980 grand final By northsdevilsrlfc | October 7 . The money made from jersey sponsorships and advertising hoardings at grounds was not able to compete with poker machine money available to Sydney Rugby League clubs in the Sydney Rugby League, and an increasing number of players left the Brisbane Rugby League. The Grand Final, attended by over 32,000 people, was most notable for a fight which occurred in the first half of the match. The 1960s were the decade of the North Devils. [5] Reserves Until the 1980s it was the premier sporting competition in Brisbane, attracting large crowds and broad media coverage. . 8. Go head to head with other fans to pick your best players and compete in daily NRL fantasy competitions with Draftstars its free to join. Subscription automatically renews at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. He was my best mate since I was a teenager. 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. Bob Lindner (Souths, Wynnum-Manly) (QLD Team of the Century, 24 Tests, QLD 25 games) 5,2,1. Norths tries were brilliant, several involved six or seven passes. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $24 every 4 weeks. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. Everyone, especially the media, declared Norths were no chance. ", "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. 1. This coincided with the commencement of television broadcasts of Brisbane Rugby League games in the same year. Instagram Captain 1986 1987 (Wynnum) Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. 2. Also, like with Sydney's competition, Brisbane's competition was also called the Winfield Cup during the 1980s, due to sponsorship from Winfield cigarettes. 2 tries in finals. An estimated crowd of 10,000 people swarmed Kougari Oval for the post-match club presentations. Not in conjunction with any other offer. 5 tries in finals. Wings: Fonda Metassa (Norths) and Joe Kilroy (Norths, Brothers) I was coached by him a lot. It was first held in 1922 and for every year until 1997. This Devils team has already knocked over minor premiers Burleigh and second-placed Sunshine Coast in the finals series. The beauty of having a digital subscription or membership is that it travels with you. 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. Greg Dish Head Dowling (Wynnum-Manly, Norths) (12 Tests, QLD 13 games) 10,3,2. Full Digital Access to be billed $1 for the first 28 days. Followed categories will be added to My News. This automatically renews to be charged as $24 (min. 7. HAVE A SAY: Weve sorted through the Brisbane/Queensland grand finals of the past 50 years and picked the top 10. Subscription automatically renews at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. 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> It was 84 seconds of pure madness. Between Souths Brisbane and Paramatta Phelan played in 5 consecutive grand finals, winning four. Bennett would go on to win another seven premierships, six with the Broncos and one with St George Illawarra. Full Digital Access 12 Month Plan costs $208 (min.cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $16 every 4 weeks. You already have a current subscription with us. 13. Payment will be charged to your Google Account. 5. Logan halfback Shane Perry was named the competition's Player of the Year. Almost every remaining high-profile player in the city was snapped up by the new franchise. Mark Graham (c) 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. man of the match in 1979 and 1986 grand finals. No cancellations during the first 12 months. In 1982, rugby league was thriving and glamour club Wynnum Manly surged to their maiden premiership on the back of Gene Miles brilliance. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. event : evt, Can I put my subscription or membership on hold? VIDEO: Devils and Diehards rip in to each other. 2 tries in finals. Wayne Lindenberg window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { Honourable mentions Charlie Thorogood, Jeff Moores, Johnny Gleeson, Geoff Richardson, Marty Scanlan. When it appears to stop, it flares again. There's no club identity at all now. Billy Johnstone We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. The BRLs time as a premier competition was over, but from the ashes, piece by painful piece, the State League and BRL were restructured by 1996 to form the Queensland Cup. Monday to Friday 7:30am 6:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00am 11:30am (AEST), App or digital edition only customer? })(); View northsdevilsrlfcs profile on Facebook, View northsdevilsrlfcs profile on Instagram, Key Devils return for final trial matches, Devils topple Dolphins in pleasing trial match, Devils v Wynnum Trials Stihl Action Shots. I remember Graham Lowe telling us we had dropped two balls at training during the finals. Mal Meninga, Ross Henrick, Billy Johnstone all involved.