Updated 21/10/2020

Queensland League Limited

ABN 65 009 878 013 83 Castlemaine Street Locked Bag 3000 T +61 7 3367 6000 E [email protected] Milton QLD 4064 Paddington QLD 4064 F +61 7 3367 6085 qrl.com.au

Contents

INTRODUCTION ...... 2 Our History ...... 3 CLUB INSIGHTS ...... 4 Our Purpose ...... 4 Our Vision ...... 4 Our Mission...... 4 Our Shared Values & Behaviours...... 5

Updated 21/10/2020

Queensland Limited

ABN 65 009 878 013 83 Castlemaine Street Locked Bag 3000 T +61 7 3367 6000 E [email protected] Milton QLD 4064 Paddington QLD 4064 F +61 7 3367 6085 qrl.com.au

INTRODUCTION

The are well positioned to create and deliver a future for within our extended footprint from Bowen in the north to Sarina in the south and out to Moranbah in the west. This will be achieved through player development, community engagement, sponsor relationship management, high level coaching, quality facilities, a great game day experience and a passion for what we do.

Our History

An advertisement appeared in the Daily Mercury in 1918 wanting to know if anyone was interested in playing rugby league. The new game, which was a breakaway from rugby union, was taking the southern parts of Queensland and by storm.

From his advertisement a meeting was called resulting with four teams being formed with the first competition game played in June 1919. The four teams were Railways, All Blacks, Rangers and Magpies. All games were played at the Mackay Showgrounds which at that time was called Alexander Park. The only surviving team from 1919 is Magpies who joined the Mackay and District Rugby league celebrating their 100th year in 2019.

From a humble beginning and inexperience of players because of their union background, the league took a while to become established. This was evident in the early intercity games with the Mackay representative side being well beaten by their northern rivals. It was not until 1934 when Mackay finally won its first intercity title winning the Carlton Shield. The Carlton Shield was the fore runner to the now famous Arch that was first played for in 1948.

The legendary Billy Paton came to Mackay in 1927 and took charge of all training in Mackay. Bills input soon had the game moving forward and he quickly established league as the premier sport in Mackay. In 1923 Mackay affiliated with Central but later cancelled this arrangement and threw in with with which it is still affiliated today.

Over the years new teams have joined the competition and others have joined and folded. With the inclusion of Dysart and Moranbah in the competition in 1988 the league changed its name from Mackay Rugby League to Mackay and District Rugby League. Dysart is no longer with Mackay and have gone back to Central Queensland league.

With a government promise of $10.5 million to build a new stadium, the Mackay Cutters joined the statewide competition in 2008. The future looked bright for our game.

There have been a number of quality players who were developed and played in Mackay and have gone on to fulfil their dreams in the NRL. Some of which have represented and starred in .

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Queensland Rugby Football League Limited

ABN 65 009 878 013 83 Castlemaine Street Locked Bag 3000 T +61 7 3367 6000 E [email protected] Milton QLD 4064 Paddington QLD 4064 F +61 7 3367 6085 qrl.com.au

Pre origin there was Graham Laird, Elton Rasmussen, Ray Laird, Eric Webster, Eric Bowe, Hume Ronald and Booker Primrose. Since State of Origin, , , , Brett Dallas, Kevin Campion all these players have represented Queensland or Australia. In recent times we have seen Grant Rovelli, Dane Gagai, Ben Barba, Mitch Dunn, Daly Cherry-Evans, Reuben Cotter to name a few, all go on to play in their NRL.

Over the years there have been many dedicated officials to run and organise our game. Notable contributions were made by Jack O’Brien, Jack Casey, Beau Taylor, Alex Dent, Col Grant, Aub Kruskie and Greg Sutherland. Indeed, there were many more who worked hard and continue to do so to build our league to its present strength.

CLUB INSIGHTS

Our Purpose

Our purpose is to provide a pathway for and to develop the next generation of elite rugby league players, achieve success on the field, and foster strong relationships in our local community.

Our Vision

To be a winning rugby league football club that is respected by our community and engaged with our members, fans and partners in an environment where continuous improvement and sustainable growth are central to the future success of our club.

Our Mission

To be the greatest team both on and off the field: a Club that people can be proud of because of how we play the game, live our values, conduct business and positively engage with our local community.

Updated 21/10/2020

Queensland Rugby Football League Limited

ABN 65 009 878 013 83 Castlemaine Street Locked Bag 3000 T +61 7 3367 6000 E [email protected] Milton QLD 4064 Paddington QLD 4064 F +61 7 3367 6085 qrl.com.au

Our Shared Values & Behaviours

Integrity We are committed to the highest sense of integrity which will guide every aspect of our behaviour as members of the Mackay and District community.

Action | We strive for the highest moral character, honour, respect, and honesty in all our actions. We realise that the strength of our community is based on the integrity of its members.

Humility We will act and lead in a manner that reflects and expresses a spirit of inclusion, respect for others and a willingness to disregard one’s own interests for the common good.

Action | We promote others success and accept responsibility for mistakes and failures, we learn from them. We are open to differing points of view and manage conflict in a constructive manner. We remain calm and helpful in adversity.

Strength in We serve as role models, mentors, and leaders seeking not only to teach others but also to Community learn from their diverse experiences.

Action | We are a community club and we are proud to represent our community at all levels. Community gives us strength and positive attitude gives us everything.

Competitive We use the competitive spirit and sportsmanship we develop as a team to do our best to Spirit become the very best in everything we set out to do, while remaining humble.

Action | Our goal is to excel at the highest level whilst competing in a way that reflects our shared values. Competition makes us faster and collaboration will make us better.

Pride in Our personal and team triumphs build on the Cutters tradition and grow the pride that we Cutters share with the Mackay and District community.

Action | Through leadership, club spirit and loyal supporters, we build on the Mackay Cutters tradition and instil a pride in our jersey that will remain throughout a lifetime.

Updated 21/10/2020

Queensland Rugby Football League Limited

ABN 65 009 878 013 83 Castlemaine Street Locked Bag 3000 T +61 7 3367 6000 E [email protected] Milton QLD 4064 Paddington QLD 4064 F +61 7 3367 6085 qrl.com.au