The Blues draw first blood in the State of Origin series, winning Game One 28-4 against the Maroons at Lang Park. Look back on how it unfolded in our live blog.
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Acland mine expansion should be scrapped, court rules
Landholders and farmers in Queensland’s Darling Downs celebrate as the Land Court rules potential groundwater contamination is too risky for the $900 million Acland Coal Mine expansion to proceed.
Senior Constable Brett Forte 'led into ambush by gunman'
More chilling details emerge about the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old policeman and the subsequent siege with 40-year-old Rick Maddison, west of Brisbane.
Daley admits he's got butterflies ahead of Origin opener
Blues coach Laurie Daley admits to pre-game jitters and says he has no idea how his side will perform in the State of Origin opener in Brisbane.
Maroons confident Milford will fill Thurston's Origin shoes
There are few more daunting assignments than replacing Johnathan Thurston in State of Origin, but the Maroons have no doubt Anthony Milford is the man to do the job.
What's it like inside the sheds before the State of Origin?
Go inside the State of Origin dressing sheds with one of the gentle giants of the game Petero Civoniceva.
How did cop killer Rick Maddison obtain a high-powered firearm?
It is not yet known how gunman Rick Maddison — a known criminal — managed to obtain a powerful weapon to kill a police officer, but experts say it was probably imported illicitly and more needs to be done to combat the problem.
'Everyone loved him': Friend's tribute to slain officer
One of Brett Forte’s closest mates says he will treasure their 27-year friendship, describing the Queensland policeman as loyal, caring and passionate about serving the community.
One Nation donor wanted Hanson reminded of 'home truths'
A new secretly-recorded phone conversation emerges of property developer and One Nation donor Bill McNee urging a few “home truths” be delivered to Pauline Hanson about the direction of the party.
Maroons to treat Hayne with 'a lot of respect' in Origin I
Queensland coach Kevin Walters plays down suggestions from the Maroons camp that they will target Jarryd Hayne, who is making his State of Origin return after a three-year absence.