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HE TWO POINTS ON the competition ladder that the Panthers earned from their 44-12 defeat of Parramatta on Monday night is almost inconsequential when compared to the confidence that would have been gained from such a win. After five straight losses, it was vital that Penrith beat the Eels on Monday, particularly with two extremely tough matches ahead against the Roosters and Storm. The team would obviously be buoyed by the win, particularly halfback Luke Walsh
Sonny Bill Williams and former Panther Michael Jennings, the Roosters have been able to build a squad that is strong from 1 to 17, mixing flair and excitement with cool heads and providing new coach Trent Robinson with perhaps the best coaching job in the NRL. With such raw talent at his disposal, Robinson’s debut year as a top grade coach is really all about management rather than coaching. He needs to keep his side focused and well managed; he needs to worry very
THE JENNINGS FACTOR There’s no doubt that emotion plays a role in this match with Michael Jennings coming up against his former club. Jennings didn’t leave the Panthers in the best of circumstances and there’s no doubt that he’ll want to prove a point. If given the chance, he’ll certainly show off the blistering speed that we’ve missed in the centres at times throughout the 2013 season. That said, nobody knows Jennings better than the Panthers. His former coach Ivan
THE FINAL WORD If Penrith is to win, Walsh’s kicking game must be just as good as it was against the Eels on Monday night. The Panthers make plenty of metres, but are often rudderless close to the line and Walsh, along with Tom Humble, must produce something special on Sunday and not simply build to the last tackle. The Panthers can beat the Roosters, but everything needs to fall into place and the side cannot be its own worst enemy.
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary played 81 first grade games for the Roosters between 1996 and 1999. He won a Premier League premiership as Roosters coach in 2004. who had his best game since his 2010 breakout season. He proved on Monday night what he can do when he runs the ball, and when his kicking game is bang on.
A TOUGH ASK Nobody can under-estimate the enormity of the task facing Penrith this weekend. The Roosters are a class side, as their big win over the Dragons on ANZAC Day proved. On the back of the signings of James Maloney,
little about the week-to-week tactics. Most dangerous this weekend is Sonny Bill Williams, who is simply a machine and will tear the Panthers apart on the fringes if their defence is not solid. Penrith cannot afford one risk, one mistake, one lapse in concentration when it comes to defence, because the Roosters and Williams have proved this year that pouncing on opportunities has very much become part of their DNA.
Cleary knows all too well the inefficiencies that can sometimes creep into Jennings’ game, and will surely cater for that in his planning this week. Nobody can deny there’s a personality clash between Cleary and Jennings, and whilst one will be high in the stands and the other on the field, their battle this weekend – tactical as it may be – will be interesting to watch. Jennings must be kept quiet if Penrith is to stay close on the scoreboard.
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IVAN CLEARY AT MONDAY’S PRESS CONFERENCE
ANTHERS COACH IVAN CLEARY admits he was worried about Monday night’s clash with Parramatta given the long break his side had between matches. But the 16 day gap between the 8-6 loss to Newcastle and the thrashing of the Eels on Monday appeared to concern his side little, as they ran rampant over an opposition that lacked any real strike power or confidence throughout the 80 minutes. “I was always a bit worried about this week because we’d just had so long off,” Cleary said. “I was pretty confident the intensity and the effort would be there, I just wasn’t sure about the execution.” Cleary praised the performance of debutant Matt Moylan, who was awarded the Man of the Match, but was not getting too far ahead of himself. “Reality is he’s got another game next week and once that game starts, nobody will be worried about this game,” he said.
Cleary was also happy with the performance of halfback Luke Walsh, who has responded in the way the coach would have liked following his dumping to reserve grade a few weeks ago. Walsh spear-headed Penrith’s rejuvenated attack on Monday. “I thought he played really well,” Cleary said of his number seven. “It’s the best game he’s had this year and I’m really happy for him. It makes the whole team go a lot better when he can put in a performance like that, so hopefully it builds a bit of momentum for him and we see the same next week.” Panthers captain Kevin Kingston was proud of his side’s attack. “It was the first time this year we’ve attacked like we practiced all week,” he said. A clearly frustrated Eels coach Ricky Stuart said: “It’s embarrassing when your two best players are an 18 and 19-year-old both trying to learn how to play the game at first grade level, and one of those is a winger.”
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HEN PANTHERS SECOND-ROWER MATT Robinson was heavily concussed after an ugly tackle in the 63rd minute against the Newcastle Knights in round six, many were surprised he didn’t suffer any permanent damage. Robinson was taking up the ball strong and fast as always into Newcastle’s defensive line when he was up-ended by fellow New Zealander Jeremy Smith and head-slammed
into the turf. The 23-year-old was out cold and carted off in a Medicab with severe concussion – fans and teammates feared the worst. Smith copped a six week suspension and missed the chance to represent his country. “I remember everything right before the tackle happened but I was pretty foggy afterwards… it was pretty bad,” Robinson told Extra Time.
“All I remember is waking up in the doctor’s room. It was pretty scary. I’m just happy that I’m fine and so is my family.” It’s been somewhat of frustrating start to the year for Robinson after he was one of Penrith’s top performers at the back end of the 2012 season. Many expected the Wellington-born star to be a shoo-in for a spot in Penrith’s first grade side in 2013, instead he was left battling his way for a call-up in reserve grade. “I’m stoked to finally be back in first grade,” Robinson said. “At times it was a bit frustrating (not playing first grade) but I think the coach
knows best and you’ve got to trust his opinion and what he says. “I think it was the right time for me to come back. I’m feeling confident now, so hopefully I can play well.” The 190cm, 100kg giant admits he needs to keep doing the little things right to get back to his devastating-best but is grateful for the opportunity to just be able to play. “Iv’s showed a lot of faith in me, so I’m hoping to repay him and I’m thankful for the opportunity,” Robinson said. Robinson said he was enjoying playing with fellow Kiwis like Sika Manu and Dean Whare this season.
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PRIDDO’S POINT WITH LUKE PRIDDIS
Time to get real on the future 2003 Clive Churchill Medal winner Luke Priddis played more than 300 National Rugby League matches, including 162 for the Penrith Panthers
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HE GAME’S TOP BOSS, Dave Smith (pictured) has made the decision to put Todd Greenberg in one of several executive positions in the game’s new structure. Personally I think it is a great appointment as there is now someone that has some knowledge about the game from the ground level. However, with several of these executive positions still to be filled, how long is it going to take before we actually get the streamlined structure everyone within the game was sold on when the commission was set up? I was in a country area on the weekend that has three or four rugby league development officers covering hundreds of
kilometres while the AFL for the same area has 25 development officers. Surely this is not good enough and the development of the game especially in country areas, which have produced so many champions, deserves better now we have money to spend. Onto the Panthers, and it was great to see the fans turning up to watch last Monday’s game. Given that at this point I and many others would think that the NRL title is most likely out of reach, at least the boys put in a great effort that themselves and the fans can be proud of and now hold the title from the ‘Battle of the West.’
However let’s be under no illusions, Parramatta were terrible and a big test shapes in the form of another arch rival the Roosters this week to see where the Panthers stack up. The Roosters have been in great form and their defensive performances over the past weeks show that they have certainly turned a corner. Defence is definitely an attitude built within a team and the building blocks for a successful season. While it is only early on in the season, with injuries and other factors certainly still to play a big role, I think most would be starting to say that the Roosters can certainly join the likes of Melbourne, Souths, and Manly as teams that will be around at season’s end.
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ENRITH PANTHERS WINGER TRAVIS Robinson doesn’t feel any animosity or jealousy when watching twin brother Reece carve it up each week for the Canberra Raiders. In fact he’s proud of his brother and hopes he too can finally cement his own spot in a first grade side. Robinson’s two try effort against the Eels on Monday night, including an incredible 80 metre run to score the first four pointer after
just two minutes, proved that he has what it takes to make it. Speaking with Extra Time, the 25-year-old said it was a “good feeling” to be back and hopes to stay in the top level of the game, like his brother, for as long as possible. “I had a couple of games last year but this year I just waited for my time and I finally got my chance to have another crack,” Robinson said.
“Reece has been good over the years, he’s got his opportunity and taken it with both hands. He’s made that fullback position his own at the moment. “It’s been good watching him play because he’s killing it but there’s no jealousy there, we’re both there for each other if we need words of encouragement or anything like that.” Robinson landed a spot in Penrith’s injuryriddled backline for the first time this season on Monday night after rising star Josh Mansour was ruled out with a serious knee injury until round 12. Earlier this season Robinson had been one
of the standout performers for Penrith’s NSW Cup feeder side Windsor, and made finding the try-line look easy. He said playing in empty stadiums and substandard conditions didn’t bother him as long as he was playing the game he loved. “The conditions didn’t worry me too much, if you’re playing league you’re playing league, it doesn’t matter where you’re playing as long as you love it,” Robinson said. With the winger’s contract up for renewal at the end of this season, Robinson said he’ll be focusing on his football one week at a time in the hope he can secure a new deal for the 2014 season and beyond.
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HE MASKED PANTHER HAS some clean-up work to do before we get into this week’s column. Unfortunately, we had an error in our most recent issue and so last week’s Cheerleader competition has been declared null and void. The three girls featured will be featured again in a forthcoming issue. The wrong names were put with the profiles and photos, so to be fair, we won’t be accepting any of the votes. However, if you did send in an SMS vote, it will still be entered into the Panthers tickets competition. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. One punter had an incredible $12,000 on the Panthers to beat the Eels with the TAB on Monday. Brave bloke considering the form of the Panthers going into the match, but a happy one after the game nonetheless. Ivan Cleary may not be experiencing too many wins this year but he’s had a confidence-boosting victory this week thanks to Triple M. He’s been named as head coach of the Triple M Sexy NRL side. That little bit of grey goes a long way, it seems! Talking of Cleary, it was great to see him out at Windsor on Saturday night for the Wolves v Manly clash. One of the big criticisms of Matthew Elliott was that he didn’t get out to see the lower grade teams
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enough. It’s vitally important for Cleary to continue to be involved in development, particularly now that the NSW Cup has been given high priority by Panthers boss Phil Gould. One Warrior is already coming, will there be another? We’re hearing whispers that the Panthers are close to nabbing another player from Matthew Elliott’s team, after securing Elijah Taylor earlier this year. Watch this space. Injured Panthers five-eighth Lachlan Coote has been in Darwin this week, helping promote Penrith’s upcoming game against the Gold Coast Titans. It’s a Titans home game being shifted north but obviously everyone wants to chip in and make it a great event. After disappointing crowds in Coffs Harbour for the City v Country and in Gosford last weekend for Cronulla and Canterbury, it’s important games like this are promoted and priced correctly. Clint Newton is off contract at the end of the season and whispers are that he’s unlikely to be re-signed. However, don’t expect him to go anywhere as there will almost certainly be an off-field role for him. I’m told up to five first grade players were told last week that they’re unlikely to be resigned for 2014.
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Name: Rebecca H Age: 21 Occupation: Student My favourite thing about cheering for the Panthers is: The girls I cheer with and the awesome fans Five words that describe me: Happy, energetic, fun, driven, relaxed My dream job is: To act in an Aussie soap/drama like ‘Home and Away’ One thing most people would be surprised to learn about me is: I can never find a matching pair of socks My ideal first date would be: Something that’s not the usual like ice skating. I like a guy that loves to take a risk My biggest influence/role model is: Ellen DeGeneres
Name: Rihannan H Age: 19 Occupation: Beauty Therapist My favourite thing about cheering for the Panthers is: The atmosphere and the crowd Five words that describe me: Smiley, energetic, fun, loved, friendly My dream job is: To own my own salon One thing most people would be surprised to learn about me is: I love to knit My ideal first date would be: Day at the beach, something exciting like jet-skiing My biggest influence/role model is: Shakira
Name: Brooke B Age: 22 Occupation: Sports Event Manager & Cheerleading Coach My favourite thing about cheering for the Panthers is: Being able to cheer on my favourite team from the best seat in the stadium Five words that describe me: Fun, dorky, bubbly, laid back My dream job is: To be an events manager One thing most people would be surprised to learn about me is: I am obsessed with ‘Family Guy’ My ideal first date would be: Dinner at an amazing restaurant My biggest influence/role model is: My dad, he’s the best
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HIL GOULD ANNOUNCED MONDAY night on behalf of the Penrith Junior League and Penrith District Referees Association a joint partnership with Channel 9. This partnership not only brings to our district a major brand in Channel 9 News, it also showcases the relationship both the referees association and junior league have in working together to ensure the best for our district. We thank Channel 9 for their support and acknowledge how positive this partnership is for rugby league in our district. The Harold Matthews team had a very successful representative competition with their season finishing last Saturday after they lost their Grand Final Qualifier to South Sydney. Well done to the players and staff. SG Ball was successful in their Qualifying Final against St George last weekend and move into the Grand Final on Saturday against Balmain Tigers. The game will kick off at 12.15pm at St Marys Leagues Stadium.
The next NRL clinic will be run on Monday, May 6 which will see U9 & U10 registered players from the St Clair, Hawkesbury City, Quakers Hill, Katoomba and PCYC Mt Druitt junior league clubs invited to participate in the clinic. The clinic will run from 4-5pm with a signing session from 5-6pm. All clubs have received an invitation to participate in the clinics, which are being run throughout the season. After a rather wet start to the season, we move into Round 3 of our junior league competitions this weekend. It has been a successful start to the season and we have had another four teams enter our competitions since we started. To acknowledge the Women in League Round, there will be a Women in League luncheon organised for Thursday, May 16 commencing at 12pm. Full details will be circulated to the clubs shortly. We will also be looking for female volunteers who we can recognise and thank for their contribution to the sport to be guests in Prowl Bay at the Panthers v Warriors game on Saturday, May 18.
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EW PENRITH HOLDEN CUP coach David Tangata-Toa said it was “nerveracking” experience being in charge of his first NYC game. Tangata-Toa, who began the season as former coach Garth Brennan’s assistant, admitted feeling the pressure during Monday night’s win over the Parramatta Eels 22-18. “It was certainly nerve-racking up in the box when you’re the head coach, I probably aged about 10 years after last Monday’s game,” he said. “It was a good experience and something I’ve wanted to do for a while.” Tangata-Toa took over from Brennan who guided the undefeated side to the top of the Holden Cup competition. Brennan is now head coach of Penrith’s NSW Cup team, Windsor Wolves. “It definitely helps to inherit a talented side but there’s also a bit of pressure there as well,” Tangata-Toa said. “Obviously I have to put my own spin on a few things but structure-wise we are pretty much the same like when we were under Brenno.
“I’d be pretty mad to change something when you’ve won seven games in a row but if we’re not travelling well seven days down the track, I won’t be frightened to change things if it’s not working.” It’s a well-known fact that Brennan had a very close relationship with many of the players in his Under 20’s squad, since joining the Panthers from the Knights in 2012. “When Brenno first broke the news he was leaving there were some boys that were shocked and so was I,” Tangata-Toa said. “That’s my challenge, to win their trust and win their respect and hopefully I’ll form some relationships like Brenno did with the boys.” Tangata-Toa said he was impressed with his side’s effort during Monday night’s win against Parramatta despite having a number of their most experienced players elevated to the NSW Cup. Meanwhile, the Windsor Wolves have suffered their second loss of the season going down to the Manly Sea Eagles in heartbreaking fashion 22-20. They have a bye this weekend.
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The 44-12 thrashing sent the Eels home red-faced, and put a smile on the faces of Penrith fans, desperate to see the side resurrect their season. Melinda Jane captured the action on Monday night...
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The Raging Bull calls by for a chat EXCLUSIVE to Extra Time, our secret insider drops all the goss and information from behind the scenes of one of the most popular rugby league shows on television, Channel Nine’s ‘The Footy Show’
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S THE NRL SEASON heats up, so does The Footy Show Insider – this week we probe ‘The Raging Bull’ Gorden Tallis. The former Origin and Test captain has become a fan favourite on the show, even if he doesn’t quite believe it. .“The NSW fans are pretty colour blind – I get cheered one week, then booed the next,” he said. “I can handle it though; I’ve got very thick and ugly skin.” Always one to tell it how it is, Tallis loves the insight ‘The Footy Show’ gives to viewers every Thursday night. “It shows a different light to the players,” he said. “Everybody can read a comment or watch a game, but seeing players come on the show and be involved in segments like ‘Player Probe’ and ‘Perfect Partners’ demonstrations that we are
one big family and just regular people”. A tragic for the Perfect Partners segment, Tallis admits he has tried to bribe his wife to join him on the segment, all to no avail. “It doesn’t matter though… We’ve been married 18 years and I’d get them all right anyway!” he joked. The former Maroons enforcer sat down for his own Player Probe. Tallis kept quiet on a few queries but gave us some gold when asked what he’d do if he was a woman for a day. “I don’t think I can say”, he laughed. “The way I played, I was told I was like a sheila... I wouldn’t mind going for a night out and not paying for a drink.” Tallis also proclaims that if he could, he’d proudly flaunt the golden locks he wore in his playing days. The Raging Bull still fancies himself when asked if he’d jump in the ring with
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a current NRL star, all except one. “Sonny Bill would be the one and only player I wouldn’t take on,” he said. “He’s a superstar and I’ve got to respect that he’s a heavyweight champion”. Tallis himself is a champion, and is doing great things in the media now that his playing days are over. 20 years young and still talking tough, ‘The Footy Show’ airs live on Thursday nights at 8.30pm on Channel Nine. Catch up on anything you’ve missed online at www.footyshow.com.au.
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RUGBY LEAGUE
YO U R WEEKLY GUID E
NRL LADDER POS
TEAM
Pts
W
D
L
B
F
A
PD
1
Storm
14
7
0
0
0
187
104
83
2
Rabbitohs
12
6
0
1
0
157
117
40
3
Roosters
10
5
0
2
0
178
76
102
4
Sea Eagles
10
5
0
2
0
151
74
77
5
Knights
10
5
0
2
0
158
91
67
6
Broncos
8
4
0
3
0
126
100
26
7
Titans
8
4
0
3
0
136
120
16
8
Cowboys
6
3
0
4
0
128
122
6
9
Dragons
6
3
0
4
0
100
156
-56
10
Raiders
6
3
0
4
0
108
181
-73
11
Panthers
4
2
0
5
0
142
160
-18
12
Sharks
4
2
0
5
0
96
115
-19
13
Bulldogs
4
2
0
5
0
92
145
-53
14
Wests Tigers
4
2
0
5
0
103
163
-60
15
Eels
4
2
0
5
0
121
189
-68
16
Warriors
2
1
0
6
0
104
174
-70
LEGEND Pts Ladder points B Byes
W Wins F Points for
D Draws A Points against
Young stars re-sign
L Losses PD Points differential
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Cartwright and Watene-Zelezniak have signed on until the end of 2015, while Moss and Campbell-Gillard have signed deals until the end of 2016. All four players are currently playing key roles in Penrith’s Holden Cup and NSW Cup teams.
MATCHES Panthers vs Melbourne Storm PENRITH STADIUM SUNDAY, MAY 12 @ 6.30PM
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This week’s Team Line-ups
Panthers
HE PANTHERS HAVE MADE sure some of their biggest upcoming talents are locked away for many years to come. Last week Bryce Cartwright, Kieran Moss, Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Dallin WateneZelezniak all inked new contract extensions.
UPCOMING
1. MATT MOYLAN 2. TRAVIS ROBINSON 3. LEWIS BROWN 4. DEAN WHARE 5. DAVID SIMMONS 6. TOM HUMBLE 7. LUKE WALSH 8. SAM MCKENDRY 9. KEVIN KINGSTON 10. TIM GRANT 11. SIKA MANU 12. MATTHEW ROBINSON 13. NIGEL PLUM 14. A DOCKER 16. J SEGEYARO
15. M MASOE 17. C NEWTON
Roosters
1. ANTHONY MINICHIELLO 2. DANIEL TUPOU 3. MICHAEL JENNINGS 4. SHAUN KENNY-DOWALL 5. ROGER TUIVASA-SHECK 6. JAMES MALONEY 7. MITCHELL PEARCE 8. JARED WAEREA-HARGREAVES 9. JAKE FRIEND 10. SAM MOA 11. MITCHELL AUBUSSON 12. SONNY BILL WILLIAMS 13. BOYD CORDNER 14. D MORTIMER 15. M KENNEDY 16. A GUERRA 17. L O’DONNELL EXTRATIME | 15
CELEBRITY TIPSTERS RABBITOHS TIGERS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
NATHAN BUHAGIAR
66
CASSOLA KITCHENS
BRONCOS BULLDOGS STORM EELS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS DRAGONS
PIZZA HUT EMU PLAINS
RABBITOHS TIGERS RAIDERS COWBOYS TITANS SHARKS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
SHANNON HILL
68
NEPEAN TOOLS & EQUIPMENT RABBITOHS TIGERS RAIDERS COWBOYS TITANS SHARKS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
TRACEY GARDE
54
CITYWIDE BUSINESS SERVICES RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
GEORGE ALLAM
72
ALLAM HOMES
74
TROY DODDS
ABL TILE & BATHROOM CENTRE BRONCOS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
62
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM EELS TITANS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
ALL SPORTS DIRECT
74
RUSSELL BYRNES JET CARPET CLEANING
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS RAIDERS COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
76
ERIN MOLAN
86
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
PRD NATIONWIDE PENRITH
74
60
KALINDA JADE
KALINDA JADE MUSIC SCHOOL RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
58
LORRAINE POZZA
82
DAVID WOODWARD
78
HELEN FITZPATRICK
62
70
SPECIAL MOMENTS GIFTS
78
ANTHONY WALKER
52
58
MICHAEL BALL
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
74
SHAUN SMITH
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
STRAWBS & TEACH
74
PANTHERS WEEKLY RABBITOHS TIGERS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
74
NIGEL WHITE
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
NATHAN TAYLOR
74
WESTERN WEEKENDER BRONCOS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS TITANS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
58
PAUL LOMMERSE SHEDS N HOMES
72
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
SPS HOME IMPROVEMENTS
TRENT BAKER
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
ROSS FOWLER
70
PENRITH CITY COUNCILLOR RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS DRAGONS
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM EELS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
80
REDBACK AUTOMOTIVES
RABBITOHS TIGERS RAIDERS COWBOYS TITANS SHARKS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
DRUMMOND GOLF
STANTON & TAYLOR COMMERCIAL
DAVID LANDRAGAN
MICHAEL BALL REALTY
90
TIM WILLIAMS
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
MICHAEL TAYLOR
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
WSSMC
GRANT THOMPSON
BOQ
82
MARY ANNE LOWERY CHIROPRACTOR RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM EELS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
BRONCOS BULLDOGS STORM EELS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
BRONCOS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
PENRITH CITY CENTRE ASSOCIATION RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
MARY ANNE LOWERY
RAY WHITE PENRITH
HERTZ
GAI HAWTHORN
RABBITOHS TIGERS RAIDERS COWBOYS TITANS SHARKS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
BRONCOS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS DRAGONS
PENRITH PACEWAY
CAMERON FAICO
MUFFLER MART
66
DARREN LATTY
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
PROPERTY CENTRAL
WESTERN WEEKENDER
CHRIS DUFFETT
62
RHYS DAVIS
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
64
PAUL SPICER
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RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS PANTHERS SEA EAGLES
RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM EELS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
VIC SHIPLEY
68
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RABBITOHS BULLDOGS STORM COWBOYS WARRIORS KNIGHTS ROOSTERS SEA EAGLES
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