Rugby league history

One moment in time - "1970 Rugby League Week First edition".

The first edition of 'Rugby League Week' was published on April 4th, 1970.
The magazine was a weekly publication during the Rugby League season and served as a major resource for rugby league enthusiasts.

The lead story on the front cover of the April 4, 1970, edition of 'Rugby League Week' featured Norths' captain Ken Irvine walking off the field in protest at the refereeing of Keith Page, accompanied by secretary Harry Forbes, during a match.
The article describes how the North Sydney players left the field in sympathy with him, a unique moment. The photo is one of Wests John Elford pile-driving Parramatta's Denis Fitzgerald into Lidcombe Oval. ...
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