Sport / Newcastle, NSW

Wiradjuri Aboriginal Rivers, Newcastle Yowies claim Koori Knockout glory

ABC News Emma Simkin and Piper Duffy

5 Oct 2026 18:19 AEDT Summary

Indigenous Australians Sport Rugby League

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Wiradjuri Aboriginal Rivers have won their first ever 2026 Koori Knockout men's title, defeating the Bourke Warriors 26-6.

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