Last Saturday, the ProTen Community Cup was taken to the home of the Bluebirds, Hillston. Again, the Ivanhoe Roosters and Hens side showed they are only getting stronger. Both teams were able to fend off the Goolgowi Rabbitohs in show down fashion.

Hay Magpies President Kelly Gash has been appointed to the governing board of Group 20 in the position of vice-president, alongside treasurer Serena Wall, who takes on a board position.

The appointment follows a turbulent season for Hay which could have been the impetus for the Magpies to put forward quality candidates to ensure the voice of the Hay club is heard.

The AGM also voted to introduce women’s tackle into the competition for the first six rounds of the 2024 season, running parallel to the league tag and men’s matches.

The ProTen grand final played an extra 20 minutes - 10 each way - before Narrandera Lizards managed to snatch victory from the Ivanhoe Roosters.

Narrandera has emphatically announced they are a powerhouse of local rugby league once more after completing the ProTen Community Cup double by taking out both the Men’s and Women’s 9s titles on Saturday in Barellan.