Magpies rule the roost

Rugby League

Aug 13 2025 Updated 23 hours ago

Renee Powell

The smile on Mitch Andrews' face, with Jack Smith and Hayden Bolam in support, says it all. The centre ran in two tries as Forbes triumphed 48-32 in their final-round contest with Wellington on Sunday. PHOTOS: Renee Powell

RUGBY LEAGUE

Forbes Magpies will kick off their finals campaign on their home ground – where our first grade remains undefeated this season – this Saturday.

The regular season finished with a hard-fought win over Wellington in the final round of the regular Peter McDonald Premiership season on Sunday, the 48-32 scoreline placing Forbes second on the ladder.

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