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The Koori Knockout brings hundreds of teams and thousands of visitors to the Hunter for rugby league and community. NITV Radio's Ngaire Ngaire Pakai spoke to committee member Abie Newie.
The Koori Knockout brings hundreds of teams and thousands of visitors to the Hunter for rugby league and community. NITV Radio's Ngaire Ngaire Pakai spoke to committee member Abie Newie.
The Koori Knockout brings hundreds of teams and thousands of visitors to the Hunter for rugby league and community. NITV Radio's Ngaire Ngaire Pakai spoke to committee member Abie Newie. The Koori Knockout returns to the Hunter as the Newcastle Yowies prepare to host one of the biggest Indigenous sporting events on the calendar. Abbey Nui reflects on the competition’s remarkable growth, its community-led legacy, and what visitors can expect beyond the footy.
How the Newcastle Yowies earned the right to host this year’s Koori Knockout in Raymond Terrace. Why the event is about more than rugby league, with cultural activities, live performances and community spaces. How a juniors draw and leadership event at the University of Newcastle aimed to create pathways for young people. Why organisers see the Knockout as a powerful example of Aboriginal self-determination and community leadership.
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