Western Australia’s push to join the NRL with the 18th franchise has ramped up, with the state government laying out plans to put together a bid team. nrl 7news
with the 18th franchise has ramped up, with the state government laying out plans to put together a bid team.
Papua New Guinea, a second New Zealand team, and a fifth side in Queensland feature as the likely other options.Perth Stadium played host to State of Origin game two this year.The state has 4100 registered players with a heavy ex-pat community from the east coast, while the time-zone advantage would offer more options for broadcasters.
“There are so many West Australian rugby league fans who are looking forward to the day when they can support a WA-based team,” Tinley said.
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