Sport
28 May, 2026
Western Plains Rugby Union Round five wrap
It was all-for-Ewe in terms of success in women's the latest Ahrens Cup Women's Tri Tag round.
Ahrens Cup Ladies Tri Tag
Coonamble Ewes hold off Flamin' Galahs in grand final rematch
The grand final rematch between the Coonamble Ewes and the Flamin' Galahs lived up to expectations, with the Ewes claiming a tough 22-14 victory in front of a large Ladies Day crowd at home.
In a fiercely-contested clash, both sides created opportunities, but it was the Ewes who capitalised when it mattered most.
Coonamble crossed for three-tries-to-two in a physical encounter that swung back and forth throughout the afternoon before the home side sealed the eight-point win.
Walgett Ewes too strong for Nyngan
Walgett Ewes secured a hard-fought 15-0 win over Nyngan in a match where momentum was difficult to maintain for either side.
Both teams had opportunities in a tightly contested affair, but Walgett proved more clinical, converting their chances into three unanswered tries to take the points and continue building momentum in the competition.
Ahrens Cup Ladder: Coonamble Ewes 18 (+98), Gulargambone Flamin’ Galahs 9 (+40), Walgett Ewes 4 (-50), Nyngan 0 (-26), Bourke Ewes 0 (-62).
Round six fixtures: Bourke Ewes vs Nyngan. Byes: Walgett, Flamin Galahs, Coonamble Ewes.
Elders Cup Men’s First Grade
Barbarians overcome travel drama to defeat Cobar
The Bourke-Brewarrina Barbarians overcame a disrupted preparation and difficult conditions to record a 22-7 victory over the Cobar Camels on Friday night in front of a very healthy crowd.
After a flat tyre delayed the Barbarians’ trip to Cobar and pushed back kick-off, both sides still began the contest with intensity and attacking intent in front of a vocal home crowd.
As dew settled across the field, handling became increasingly difficult, leading to a scrappy but entertaining contest. Despite the slippery conditions, both teams continued to play expansive rugby.
Cobar showed significant improvement in what became their lowest-scoring game of the season so far, but the Barbarians proved too strong, running in four tries to secure maximum competition points.
Galahs edge Rams in Ladies Day thriller
The Gulargambone Galahs emerged with a thrilling 30-27 victory over the Coonamble Rams in one of the games of the season.
Played in perfect autumn conditions during Coonamble’s Ladies Day celebrations, the match featured momentum swings throughout as both teams traded blows in an entertaining attacking contest.
The Rams’ forwards laid a strong platform through the middle, while the Galahs’ dangerous backline consistently threatened in open play. Gulargambone opened the scoring before Coonamble responded, setting the tone for a seesawing encounter.
Both sides finished with five tries and one conversion apiece, but a crucial 40-metre penalty goal from Galahs fullback Jake Peart midway through the second half ultimately proved the difference.
A late converted try to the Rams narrowed the margin, but the Galahs held on to claim a memorable three-point win.
Bulls win heavyweight showdown
The Bogan Bulls claimed bragging rights in a blockbuster top-of-the-table clash, edging the Walgett Rams 15-14 in a finals-quality contest.
With both sides entering the match undefeated, the encounter delivered on expectations, featuring high intensity, strong defence and quality execution from both teams.
Walgett held a narrow lead inside the final 10 minutes before an intercept try to the Bulls swung momentum back in favour of the home side. In a tense finish, neither team could land the decisive blow.
Both teams crossed for two tries, but a crucial penalty goal proved the difference as the Bulls secured a dramatic one-point victory.
Elders Cup Ladder: Nyngan Bogan Bulls 18 (+95), Gulargambone 17 (+62), Walgett 16 (+84), Warren Pumas 16 (+60), Coonamble 7 (-38), Bourke and Brewarrina Barbarians 6 (-58), Cobar Camels 0 (-205),
Round six men’s fixtures: Barbarians vs Bogan Bulls, Walgett vs Warren, Coonamble vs Cobar. Gulargambone - bye.