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CRL Show

by Paul Arandale

CRL Show is all for Country Rugby League and Community Rugby League. From Group 21 to the Proten Cup and beyond, hosts Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson keep you up to date with what's happening in local and bush footy Rugby League competitions and clubs.

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  1. CRL Show #117 - Kiama Kings of Group 7 and West Devils on the move.

    On this edition of the CRL Show. Kiama Knights kings of Group 7 South Coast Rugby League once again, Beechwood Shamrocks claim the Hastings League and are the West Illawarra Devils on the move to Sydney Shield. Plus Geoff and Paul go off script with Knights fever hitting the Hunter region.

  2. CRL Show #116 - V'landys $1 million promise to grassroots

    There's plenty happening across the world of community and regional rugby league. This week’s major talking point is Peter V’landys’ $1 million promise to grassroots rugby league. We take a look at the announcement, what it could mean for clubs and competitions at the community level, and where…

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  3. CRL Show #115 - The Entrance Tigers leave NEWRL

    On this edition of the CRL Show. The Entrance Tigers board decide to leave Newcastle Rugby League and return to Central Coast from 2027. More Grand Final droughts broken, with Casino breaking their long awaited trophy quest. There's Big Hits of the Week, Tries of the Week plus reviews of some…

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  4. CRL Show #114 - Finals Fever

    It's finals fever, and there's plenty of stuff to tuck into on this edition of the CRL Show. The Clayton Cup is still up for grabs, though Cobar Roosters are clubhouse leaders. Will Camden buck them off top spot or will Maitland pick them all off? There's tries of the week, big hits of the week,...

  5. CRL Show #113 - The Footy is heating Up

    On this edition, Camden Rams are one game closer to the Clayton Cup. A new club for Armidale maybe. Plus there's tries of the week, big hits of the week and loads more on the country rugby league show.

  6. CRL Show #112 - Rams lead pack

    On this edition of the CRL Show. Geoff and Paul look back at the week that was with some cracking moments, including Sutherland Loftus Pirates first win of the season. Forbes Magpies escape against Nyngan Tigers. Clayton Cup race heats up, whilst the Apps Cup is down to two and Queanbeyan Blues...

  7. CRL Show #111 - Junee Diesels 100 not out

    Country Rugby League Show - Episode 111On this edition of the CRL Show, Junee celebrate 100 years, Michael Brophy reaches 200 games for Tuggeranong Bushrangers and Clayton Cup down to two or is it...Plus there's big hits, tries of the week and a super stat from Canberra.All that and lots more on...

  8. CRL Show #110 - Who are you tipping?

    After week off, Geoff and Paul return with all the tries, big hits and stories from the weekend in community footy. The Clayton Cup race is down to three, and should there be the equivalent for Women's Rugby League. Plus BarTV Sport's commentary royalty have their say on who will win what in 2026.

  9. CRL Show #109 - Fox and a Pelican

    On this edition of the CRL Show, possibly the bests no try ever, a Fox gets hungry at Parramatta COE and the Clayton Cup down to 5. And because there's a World Cup going on in America, Geoff and Paul wear their best North American Rugby League gear representing Santa Rosa Dead Pelicans and…

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  10. CRL Show 108 - Should there be a Clayton Cup for Women's footy?

    On this edition of the CRL Show there was mud, sand and dogs playing a part over the weekend. The Clayton Cup is down to five after some shock loses on the weekend, and should there be a Clayton Cup for Women's Rugby League? Plus there's some great tries and big hits of the week and some other...

  11. CRL Show #107 - Maloney, Movie docos and Magic Weekend

    Geoff and Paul return with some interesting community footy stuff. James Maloney puts on a show at Picton, Cobar the better Roosters, Clayton Cup heats up and Magic Weekend in Tamworth. Plus there's Big Hits and Tries of the Week.

  12. CRL Show #106 - Maloney and wood

    The CRL Show is back after a two week break. Geoff and Paul tackle the big issues not covered by mainstream journo's such as the Blayney Bears Wood Raffle, Craig Beard 200 games refereed in Group 19 and another world record try this time out Ipswich way. Plus there's Tries of the Week, Big hits…

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  13. CRL Show #105 - Volunteers keep clubs alive

    On this episode of the CRL Show, Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale see victories for Hillston and Ivanhoe in the Proten Knockout. Moree Boar open the doors for cars, Border League set to kickoff and club do their thing in appreciation of their volunteers. Plus there's tries and big hits of the...

  14. CRL Show #104 - Tries, byes and ties or draws

    On this edition of the CRL Show, Geoff and Paul review some classic games from the weekend. Look forward to some milestones for clubs and Proten Cup gets into action, plus tries and big hits of the week, stats, moments and is it too early to talk Clayton Cup...

  15. CRL Show #103 - Thrillers, Sinners and Last Minute Winners

    On this edition of the CRL Show, Geoff and Paul look back at the week that was, including some thrilling finishers at Wagga and Orange. There's big hits and tries of the week, some fantastic moments and City v Country returns.

  16. CRL Show #102 - Former NRL players make their mark in the bush

    On this episode Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale look back at the week that was. Elliott Whitehead stars for West Belconnen, Thirroul and Corrimal battle in Wollongong and Blake Ferguson and Jack Buchanan star for Orange CYMS. Outback Rugby League are on the search for new referees, and Forbes...

  17. CRL Show #101 - Anzac day footy & crazy things at collies

    On this edition, there's ANZAC day footy & crazy things happening at Collegians Sports Complex. Old Bar Pirates show off their new fan designed jersey and Mendooran Tigers doing good things. There's also Big Hits and Tries of the Week, plus Geoff and Paul look forward to this weekends footy.

  18. CRL Show #100 - Raise that bat

    It's show 100, and although there isn't much to celebrate, there's plenty to talk about in community Rugby League. Join Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale as take a look at what's happening in local footy around the traps. On this episode; A possible world record, for 40/20's, ANZAC Day games,...

  19. CRL Show #99 - Country Champs & Devils Delight

    Welcome to another episode of the CRL Show, the show for all things community Rugby League here, there and everywhere in between. On this edition; Country Championships, does it need an overhaul? West Illawarra Devils win the Premiers Challenge. Sunshine Coast and Penrith Rugby Leagues kickoff....

  20. CRL Show #98 - Welcome to 2026

    The CRL Show is back for another season and what a way to kick it off with the Country Championships in Port Macquarie and the Premiers Challenge in Kiama.

  21. CRL #97 - Kiama claim Group 7 title

    It's the final CRL Show for 2025 and we finished with an epic Grand Final down Group 7 way. Join Geoff Stevenson & Paul Arandale as they go through all the weekend results of the Group 7 and NSWRL Grand Finals, plus Big Hits and Tries of the Week and some news from around the groups. And…

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  22. CRL Show #96 - Maitland Pickers make history

    This week on the CRL Show, there's more Grand Finals to revisit, including Maitland pickers record breaking fourth title in a row, Redcliffe Dolphins big win, Gundagai Tigers upset win, Kincumber Colts drought breaker and Tugun Seahawks go back to back. There's also news from around the groups…

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  23. CRL Show #95 - Roos get the Blues & Devils win in extra time

    On this edition of the CRL Show Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review the Grand Finals, including the epic Queanbeyan Blues win over Queanbeyan Kangaroos, West Illawarra Devils extra time win over Collegians Lismore Marist Brothers drought breaking victory. Plus there's Big Hits of the Week,...

  24. CRL Show #94 - Tathra, Singleton, Moree Boars & Dubbo CYMS take titles

    Grand Final wins for Tathra Sea Eagles, Moree Boars, Singleton Greyhounds and Dubbo CYMS. We recap all the highlights from these games, plus there's tries of the week, big hits of the Week, reviews and previews on the CRL Show with Paul Arandale.

  25. CRL Show #93 - Coolah Kings of the Country

    On this episode, Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale review all the footy from the weekend just gone, plus preview what's coming up on BarTV Sports this weekend. There's group 4, Group 16 and Western Premiership Grand Finals plus Coolah celebrate their undefeated season with the Castlereagh League...

  26. CRL Show #92 - Finals Fever

    Finals Footy is here! Join Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale as they cut through all stuff you need to know ahead of finals footy in your region. Coolah Roos - One win away from Clayton Cup glory, Rule 45 activated in the George Tooke Shield, Grand Finals in Woodbridge Cup, Group 19 and…

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  27. CRL Show #91 - Stanthorpe Gremlins win epic Border League Grand Final & two teams left in the Clayton Cup race.

    On this edition of the CRL Show Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results from the weekend and preview what's on BarTV this coming weekend. Stanthorpe Gremlins win an epic Grand Final over Tenterfield Tigers in the Border League, Merimbula-Pambula Bulldogs and Coolah Roos left in…

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  28. CRL Show #90 - Peter McDonald Premiership hits Finals time

    On this edition of the CRL Show, Geoff and Paul go through all the results from the weekend and pick out some moments including a 100 meter try from a front rower. There's plenty to cover around the group; Finals time in the Peter McDonald Premiership, Castlereagh and Woodbridge Cup Semi Finals…

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  29. CRL Show #89 - Barellan win Proten Cup

    It was a big weekend for local footy with Barellan Rams winning the Proten Cup and Woolgoolga Seahorses dropping out of the Clayton Cup race. all a weekend of rain, mud and snow. Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results and preview whats coming up this weekend on BarTV Sports.…

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  30. CRL Show #88 - Who will make the Finals

    Who will make the Finals. With so many comps still open this season, the race to the Finals is closer than ever. Join Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson as they look back at the week that was and preview what's coming up this weekend in Country Rugby League. We update the Clayton Cup run, with…

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  31. CRL Show #87 - Group 4 dominate Group 19 & 21 in rep Tri-Series

    On this edition of the CRL Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results from the weekend, and take a look back at the Hastings v Outback rep game and the Tr-Series between Group 4, Group 19 and Group 21. We update the Clayton Cup run and is a try scoring record up for grabs in…

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  32. CRL Show #86 - Teams step up in finals race

    On this edition of the Country Rugby League Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the weekends action and pick out their Tries and Big Hits of the Week. Plus Geoff hits the road to Orange via Dunedoo, shows off his retro Crookwell Devils jersey and introduces the Bendigo Crushers.…

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  33. CRL Show #85 - Winners, losers & rep footy

    On this edition of the Country Rugby League Show. Rep footy is back on the agenda for Group 9 and Group 20, Deniliquin host a round of the Proten Cup and Dalby Diehards sign Jarrod Wallace. We've got the Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and we review all the matches from the weekend and...

  34. CRL Show #84 - Mendooran Tiger first win in 40 years.

    Join hosts, Paul Arandale & Geoff Stevenson of 30 minutes of Country Rugby League talk. On this edition, Mendooran Tiger win their first game after a 40 year wait, Outback Rugby League back on track, Goognong Goannas celebrate their first win and we update you on the Clayton Cup. Plus there's a…

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  35. #83 - Four undefeated teams no more & Kurri Kurri do the double over rivals Cessnock

    This week on the Country Rugby League Show, it was upsets everywhere. Four previously undefeated teams lost, including Cudgen Hornets, Bilambil Jets, Queanbeyan Roos and Greta-Branxton Colts, creating big interest in the Clayton Cup. Also there's the Mt. Isa Rugby League Grand Final, Tries and…

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  36. 82 - Lights out, Menindee Knockout & Gravy

    On this edition of the Country Rugby League Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the footy on BarTV Sports from the weekend and share their Tries and Big Hits of the Week.Geoff talks up the canteen food at Cahill oval, the lights go out at Crozier, Menindee Knock Out, Group 20 Magic...

  37. #81 - Clubs in the community & Burleigh reach 100

    On the CRL Show this week, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson recap all the footy from the weekend and preview whats on this coming weekend. Around the Groups News: Clubs are helping out in the community, Burleigh hit 110, and Magic hits Group 7. Q Corner: Rob Brough's latest League documentary…

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  38. #80 - Q Corner & Group 7 Magic

    The Country Rugby League Show returns after a week off, with Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson going through all things local footy. There's a new segment called Q Corner, dedicated to our Queensland comps, BRL, Sunshine Coast Rugby League, Gold Coast Rugby League and Ipswich Rugby League, plus...

  39. #79 - City v Country and Clayton Cup Bingo

    CRL Show - Episode 79 City v Country and Clayton Cup Bingo Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson go through all the results from the weekend, including the knock On Effect NSW Cup Magic Round. Around the Groups this week, we take a look at the Proten Cup, Woodbridge Cup and introduces Clayton Cup...

  40. #78 Milestone, Magic & Madness

    CRL Show - Episode 78 - Milestones, Magic & Madness On this week's edition of the Country Rugby League, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results from the weekend. Share their top 5 Tries & Big Hits of the Week and throw in some interesting moments too. There's the winners from the...

  41. #77 - Birds, Big Hits & Barnaby Joyce

    It's election week and pollaticians are promising the world to some of of bush footy clubs. On this episode of the CRL Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson look back at the week that was in Country Rugby League. Was it a wild Turkey at New Park, Kyolge or just curious bird. Geoff and Paul…

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  42. #41 Adam Devcich interview

    Paul Arandale caught up with Newcastle Rugby League General Manager and former NRL referee Adam Devcich. Adam talks about how he got started in Rugby League from a young age and and how he became one of the top referees in Australia, before moving into an administration role. Currently Adam is…

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  43. #76 - Silktails Fly High

    On this episode of the CRL Show, Paul & Geoff unpack all the results from the weekend, including Kaiviti Silktails first win on Australian soil. Robertson Spuddies, take out the Rotterdam 9's in Netherlands, Illawarra Rugby League, Harrigan Premiership kicks off, Group 7 Magic Round locked in for...

  44. #49 - Garth Brennan interview

    Garth Brennan sat down for a chat with CRL Show host, Paul Arandale. Garth spoke about his journey in Rugby League, as a player with Western Suburbs Rosellas, Waratah-Mayfield Cheetahs, and as a coach with Newcastle Knights and Penrith Panthers junior grades and onto Gold Coast Titans as Head...

  45. #75 - Kurri Kurri Bulldogs break drought in Magic Round & Polies promise ground improvements

    Geoff Stevenson & Paul Arandale talk all things Country and Community Rugby league, reviewing all the fixture from the weekend just gone. Kurri Kurri Bulldogs break their winless drought by upsetting Northern Hawks 38-20 in Magic Round of Newcastle Rugby League. There's plenty of news from around...

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CRL Show is all for Country Rugby League and Community Rugby League. From Group 21 to the Proten Cup and beyond, hosts Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson keep you up to date with what's happening in local and bush footy Rugby League competitions and clubs.

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