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Continuing with our new daily series: Behind the Whistle!
Each day, we’ll shine a spotlight on a referee or touch judge who has helped shape, serve and contribute to the great game of rugby league.

Today we remember William Gladstone “Webby” Neill — one of rugby league’s true pioneers. A premiership-winning player with South Sydney and Newtown (played in the very first Grand Final and was also one of the very first Premiership winners), a Kangaroo tourist, and later one of the game’s leading referees, Webby’s contribution stretched across both sides of the whistle. Known for his feel for the advantage rule and his ability to keep the game flowing, Neill went on to referee 192 NSWRFL premiership matches, finals football and Test rugby league. A remarkable figure from the game’s earliest years, Webby Neill’s legacy remains an important part of rugby league officiating history.

Who will be featured tomorrow? Stay tuned!
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💙🧢 Referees Standing Together for the Mark Hughes Foundation 🧢💙

Over the weekend, our referees proudly swapped their usual sideline look for something with an even bigger purpose — the iconic Mark Hughes Foundation beanie.

Across the grounds, officials wore their beanies with pride, showing support for the incredible work of the Mark Hughes Foundation and helping raise awareness for those impacted by brain cancer.

Referees are often recognised for keeping the game moving, making the tough calls and supporting rugby league from the middle and the sideline — but this weekend, they also showed the heart and community spirit that makes our game so special.

A huge thank you to every referee, touch judge, official and supporter who got behind this important cause. It was a simple gesture, but one that carried a powerful message: rugby league stands together.

If you would like to purchase a beanie and support the Mark Hughes Foundation, visit:

shop.markhughesfoundation.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOoqNN9yOjX7QOwQVheLLxk-TXT0vdf0NVr8ksrlkq7z_YMG-1I10

Well done to all involved — a great cause, a great weekend, and a great reminder that the rugby league community is always at its best when it comes together. 🧢💙

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