New South Wales Rugby League

In 1994, Mal Meninga stunned Brisbane Broncos with a single word during a chilly Canberra match.

The Canberra Times

IT was the day Canberra Raiders captain Mal Meninga blew the Brisbane Broncos away with a single word. Not even a traditional word, but a casual expression accompanied by a shivering motion.

The year was 1994 and it was round 13 of what was then still known as the NSWRL competition. Canberra versus Brisbane at Bruce Stadium on the afternoon of Sunday, June 26.

It was still the first month of winter, so generally speaking we weren't deep into the cold yet, but this is Canberra. It was cold - Canberra cold - and the rain was coming.

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Laurie Daley will continue coaching the Blues in 2026 despite poor performance in the 2025 State of Origin.

Zero Tackle

The NSWRL have confirmed Laurie Daley will still coach the Blues next year despite a dismal performance in Game 3 of the 2025 State of Origin series.

Coming into the series with the better team on paper, and having won Game 1 in Brisbane despite being below their best, an adaptable Billy Slater made personnel and tactical changes to ensure the Maroons notched a famous series win.

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With Daley questioned for his team selections, his post-match comments where he indicated the playing group didn't need to change, and his tactics during the series, the pressure from...

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