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BILLY SMITH’S PLAYING RECORD is exceptional. He retired in 1977 having appeared in 234 first-grade premiership games for St George, second only behind Norm Provan, and in a club record 297 premiership games across all three grades. He was part of four premiership triumphs (1963–1966) and played in six first-grade grand finals. He was Australia’s…

St George District Rugby League are deeply saddened by the passing of St George legend and National Rugby League Hall of Famer Billy Smith. One of the finest players ever to wear the Red V, Smith was a central figure in one of rugby league’s greatest eras and leaves an extraordinary legacy at the Dragons,…

The St George Illawarra Dragons can confirm that the club will compete in the NSW Women’s Premiership from the 2027 season onwards.   Previously represented in the competition by the St George Dragons and Illawarra Steelers, the unification of the teams marks a key milestone in the club’s continued commitment to the development of female…

Credit: Shots On Me Photography The St George Dragons have finalised their squad for the 2026 NSW Women's Premiership season, with the side set to open their campaign this Saturday at home against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.   The Dragons have assembled a 21-player squad that blends experienced campaigners with a strong injection of young talent...

Support Our Future Stars: View the 2026 Season Draws for Every Team Get ready, the 2026 District Rugby League season kicks off next weekend on Saturday, 7th February! It’s an exciting time as our junior representative teams begin their campaigns in their respective NSWRL competitions. We encourage all our supporters, players, and their families to...

St George District Rugby League Launches the 2026 Season St George District Rugby League has officially launched the junior representative 2026 season, and the focus is firmly on our players as we head into another big year of footy. We’re incredibly proud of our juniors. Keep an eye on these youngsters, future NRL and NRLW...

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St George Junior Rugby League Prepares for an Exciting 2026 Season   Registrations for the 2026 junior rugby league season are officially open across the St George District, offering families access to one of the region’s most inclusive and well supported junior sports programs. Following a standout year of participation, the district will once again...

At a time when all football codes are working on ways to mitigate the risk and consequences of concussion this memoir outlines what dementia and caring for someone suffering from dementia really looks like. Brian Johnson was a Rugby League star in the 1980s in Sydney and in Northern England.  He went on to become…

The St George District Rugby League Football Club are proud to announce a multi-year partnership with leading Australian asset management firm Remara in support of its pathways programs. The three-year agreement will see the Remara brand feature on the sternum of all playing jerseys in 2025 and beyond, supporting young male and female athletes to…

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Graeme Wynn Honoured with Order of Australia Medal Rugby league legend Graeme Wynn has been awarded the prestigious Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the sport as a player, coach, and administrator. Wynn’s illustrious career with the St George Illawarra Dragons saw him play nearly 200 First Grade games,…