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West Australian
27-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Slater admits to nerves, hails his two trump cards
Queensland coach Billy Slater has not lost a State of Origin series as coach with Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Cameron Munster in the side. That's why the return of the Maroons' two spiritual leaders from injury has lifted Slater in the lead-up to the Origin series opener, as he admits to "nerves" ahead of the Suncorp Stadium clash with NSW on Wednesday night. The nerves are understandable. Slater won his opening two Origin series, but would be aware no Maroons coach has lost two series in a row and prevailed. "Do I feel nervous? Yes. Do I feel any more nervous than last year? No," he said. "This means a lot. It means a lot to Queensland. It means a lot to me. That's why I'm here. "Whether it's pressure, nerves, importance, I'm not sure. When you get that feeling, it just means something to you. "I didn't feel these nerves when I was playing at Leichhardt Oval in Round 17 on a Saturday night (for Melbourne), but I certainly felt them when I was putting the socks and boots on playing for Queensland, and I still feel them. I think it's healthy." Make no mistake, prop Fa'asumaleaui's return from an ACL injury that wiped him out of last year's series is integral to the Maroons reversing last year's 2-1 series loss. Ditto Munster, ruled out of last year's series loss with hip and groin injuries. Before that both had played in the 2022 and 2023 series wins under Slater. Gold Coast captain Fa'asuamaleaui had played 12 Origin games in a row before his injury and won three series from four. His inspiration up front was missed last year, and Slater is delighted to have him back. "Tino's one of those guys that just has a bit of an aura about him," Slater said. "He's another leader through the middle of the field. Everyone else walks that little bit taller when Tino's in their footy team. "He didn't play last year, Tino, so he's just happy to be back wearing these colours, and I know how passionate he is to play for this state and this footy team." Munster is the most influential player in the Maroons side. The 30-year-old Storm playmaker has won two man-of-the-match awards in Origin and a Wally Lewis Medal for player of the series in 2020. "On and off the field, he's a real infectious person," Slater said of Munster. "We know what type of player he is on the field and he has so much influence over how we play, but at the same time, off the field he's just a great character. "Everyone's got a smile on their face when they're around Cameron Munster, and whether he's saying something good or saying something silly, it's irrelevant really. "He just brings the mood to that even playing field and he's just got that ability. He's another one that we need to get our game on."
Perth Now
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Slater admits to nerves, hails his two trump cards
Queensland coach Billy Slater has not lost a State of Origin series as coach with Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Cameron Munster in the side. That's why the return of the Maroons' two spiritual leaders from injury has lifted Slater in the lead-up to the Origin series opener, as he admits to "nerves" ahead of the Suncorp Stadium clash with NSW on Wednesday night. The nerves are understandable. Slater won his opening two Origin series, but would be aware no Maroons coach has lost two series in a row and prevailed. "Do I feel nervous? Yes. Do I feel any more nervous than last year? No," he said. "This means a lot. It means a lot to Queensland. It means a lot to me. That's why I'm here. "Whether it's pressure, nerves, importance, I'm not sure. When you get that feeling, it just means something to you. "I didn't feel these nerves when I was playing at Leichhardt Oval in Round 17 on a Saturday night (for Melbourne), but I certainly felt them when I was putting the socks and boots on playing for Queensland, and I still feel them. I think it's healthy." Make no mistake, prop Fa'asumaleaui's return from an ACL injury that wiped him out of last year's series is integral to the Maroons reversing last year's 2-1 series loss. Ditto Munster, ruled out of last year's series loss with hip and groin injuries. Before that both had played in the 2022 and 2023 series wins under Slater. Gold Coast captain Fa'asuamaleaui had played 12 Origin games in a row before his injury and won three series from four. His inspiration up front was missed last year, and Slater is delighted to have him back. "Tino's one of those guys that just has a bit of an aura about him," Slater said. "He's another leader through the middle of the field. Everyone else walks that little bit taller when Tino's in their footy team. "He didn't play last year, Tino, so he's just happy to be back wearing these colours, and I know how passionate he is to play for this state and this footy team." Munster is the most influential player in the Maroons side. The 30-year-old Storm playmaker has won two man-of-the-match awards in Origin and a Wally Lewis Medal for player of the series in 2020. "On and off the field, he's a real infectious person," Slater said of Munster. "We know what type of player he is on the field and he has so much influence over how we play, but at the same time, off the field he's just a great character. "Everyone's got a smile on their face when they're around Cameron Munster, and whether he's saying something good or saying something silly, it's irrelevant really. "He just brings the mood to that even playing field and he's just got that ability. He's another one that we need to get our game on."
Scotsman
26-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Edinburgh chippy: Edinburgh fish and chip shop that was popular spot for many years goes up for sale
New owners are being sought for a long-established Edinburgh chippy after the business went on the market. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Tino's Jolly Fry, on Moredunvale Road, is currently closed – but for many years it has been a popular spot for takeaway food including fish and chips, pizzas, and kebabs. Now, the owners have listed the business for sale with an advertisement being available on RightBiz. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A leasehold price of £39,500 is being asked for the venue alongside a rent of £30,420. The advert on RightBiz reads: 'Our client has owned and operated this business for a few years where, along with continuing with what 'The Jolly Fry' was known for – traditional fish and chips – he also added other cuisine under separate brands such as fried chicken, pizza, Polish street food and burgers. 'There is an option to continue with these brands or to revert to a traditional fish and chip shop or something totally different. The premises are well kitted out to cope with a variety of offerings both through counter sales and through deliveries. 'Historically, businesses trading from this location have done so very successfully with real demand in the area for this type of offering.' You can view the full listing on the RightBiz website here.
The Advertiser
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Maroons prop's Origin plea for refs to 'let it slide'
Moeaki Fotuaika has urged officials to "let a few slide" when addressing how the NRL's high-shot crackdown might impact the State of Origin opener. The Gold Coast prop has been named to start alongside clubmate Tino Faasuamaleaui in Wednesday's first game in Brisbane. And, on the back of a series-deciding loss at Suncorp Stadium last year, the pair have made a pact to "lay the foundation" with physical defence. Complicating that is the fact there has never been a greater NRL focus on high contact. There were a record 18 sin-bins recorded in one round earlier this year with the Titans, at the time, the most penalised team for high-contact indiscretions. Ahead of his 10th appearance for Queensland, Fotuaika said there was a need to manage aggression but also a hope the Origin arena would be adjudicated differently to club level. "Controlling that aggression ... sometimes you can go a bit over the top," he said on Thursday from camp on the Sunshine Coast. "Hoping, because it's an Origin game, they can sort of let a few slide. "If it's a penalty game, obviously the spectators aren't going to enjoy that part. "I'm sure the refs will work around that." Faasuamaleaui missed last year's series with a long-term knee injury and, boasting three series wins from his four campaigns, looms as a difference maker in 2025. "He's definitely influential," Fotuaika said. "His presence; he's a big lad, when you have him beside you in that defensive line you have more confidence. "It makes us a lot better. "When Tino got the call on Sunday, after the Canberra game, he looked over at me and gave me the nod that I was getting the call after him. "When Billy told me I would be starting alongside the big fella I was excited. "Me and Tino have spoken about it. We want to lay the foundation for this team. We all know what we have to do." Tough-as-nails North Queensland forward Reuben Cotter is in the same boat, taking last year's State of Origin series loss personally after the pack was outgunned in the second and third games. Cotter has been named in the backrow but will likely spend time in the middle as he has in previous campaigns. Tom Gilbert's pectoral injury will rule him out for a second-straight year, coach Billy Slater instead calling on rookies Trent Loiero and Beau Fermor to match it with the Blues. "I dare say I'll find myself in the middle at some stage," Cotter told AAP. "We're up for the fight for sure, with some troops back. "Tino's a huge addition. Big Lindsay's (Collins) going good ... all our forwards are playing some good footy and it's good to have some size. "Definitely we take it personally; we keep the focus on us, dial in, but nobody wants to lose at home." Fullback Kalyn Ponga (leg) is yet to train fully with the squad but Fotuaika has no doubt he'll play next week. Moeaki Fotuaika has urged officials to "let a few slide" when addressing how the NRL's high-shot crackdown might impact the State of Origin opener. The Gold Coast prop has been named to start alongside clubmate Tino Faasuamaleaui in Wednesday's first game in Brisbane. And, on the back of a series-deciding loss at Suncorp Stadium last year, the pair have made a pact to "lay the foundation" with physical defence. Complicating that is the fact there has never been a greater NRL focus on high contact. There were a record 18 sin-bins recorded in one round earlier this year with the Titans, at the time, the most penalised team for high-contact indiscretions. Ahead of his 10th appearance for Queensland, Fotuaika said there was a need to manage aggression but also a hope the Origin arena would be adjudicated differently to club level. "Controlling that aggression ... sometimes you can go a bit over the top," he said on Thursday from camp on the Sunshine Coast. "Hoping, because it's an Origin game, they can sort of let a few slide. "If it's a penalty game, obviously the spectators aren't going to enjoy that part. "I'm sure the refs will work around that." Faasuamaleaui missed last year's series with a long-term knee injury and, boasting three series wins from his four campaigns, looms as a difference maker in 2025. "He's definitely influential," Fotuaika said. "His presence; he's a big lad, when you have him beside you in that defensive line you have more confidence. "It makes us a lot better. "When Tino got the call on Sunday, after the Canberra game, he looked over at me and gave me the nod that I was getting the call after him. "When Billy told me I would be starting alongside the big fella I was excited. "Me and Tino have spoken about it. We want to lay the foundation for this team. We all know what we have to do." Tough-as-nails North Queensland forward Reuben Cotter is in the same boat, taking last year's State of Origin series loss personally after the pack was outgunned in the second and third games. Cotter has been named in the backrow but will likely spend time in the middle as he has in previous campaigns. Tom Gilbert's pectoral injury will rule him out for a second-straight year, coach Billy Slater instead calling on rookies Trent Loiero and Beau Fermor to match it with the Blues. "I dare say I'll find myself in the middle at some stage," Cotter told AAP. "We're up for the fight for sure, with some troops back. "Tino's a huge addition. Big Lindsay's (Collins) going good ... all our forwards are playing some good footy and it's good to have some size. "Definitely we take it personally; we keep the focus on us, dial in, but nobody wants to lose at home." Fullback Kalyn Ponga (leg) is yet to train fully with the squad but Fotuaika has no doubt he'll play next week. Moeaki Fotuaika has urged officials to "let a few slide" when addressing how the NRL's high-shot crackdown might impact the State of Origin opener. The Gold Coast prop has been named to start alongside clubmate Tino Faasuamaleaui in Wednesday's first game in Brisbane. And, on the back of a series-deciding loss at Suncorp Stadium last year, the pair have made a pact to "lay the foundation" with physical defence. Complicating that is the fact there has never been a greater NRL focus on high contact. There were a record 18 sin-bins recorded in one round earlier this year with the Titans, at the time, the most penalised team for high-contact indiscretions. Ahead of his 10th appearance for Queensland, Fotuaika said there was a need to manage aggression but also a hope the Origin arena would be adjudicated differently to club level. "Controlling that aggression ... sometimes you can go a bit over the top," he said on Thursday from camp on the Sunshine Coast. "Hoping, because it's an Origin game, they can sort of let a few slide. "If it's a penalty game, obviously the spectators aren't going to enjoy that part. "I'm sure the refs will work around that." Faasuamaleaui missed last year's series with a long-term knee injury and, boasting three series wins from his four campaigns, looms as a difference maker in 2025. "He's definitely influential," Fotuaika said. "His presence; he's a big lad, when you have him beside you in that defensive line you have more confidence. "It makes us a lot better. "When Tino got the call on Sunday, after the Canberra game, he looked over at me and gave me the nod that I was getting the call after him. "When Billy told me I would be starting alongside the big fella I was excited. "Me and Tino have spoken about it. We want to lay the foundation for this team. We all know what we have to do." Tough-as-nails North Queensland forward Reuben Cotter is in the same boat, taking last year's State of Origin series loss personally after the pack was outgunned in the second and third games. Cotter has been named in the backrow but will likely spend time in the middle as he has in previous campaigns. Tom Gilbert's pectoral injury will rule him out for a second-straight year, coach Billy Slater instead calling on rookies Trent Loiero and Beau Fermor to match it with the Blues. "I dare say I'll find myself in the middle at some stage," Cotter told AAP. "We're up for the fight for sure, with some troops back. "Tino's a huge addition. Big Lindsay's (Collins) going good ... all our forwards are playing some good footy and it's good to have some size. "Definitely we take it personally; we keep the focus on us, dial in, but nobody wants to lose at home." Fullback Kalyn Ponga (leg) is yet to train fully with the squad but Fotuaika has no doubt he'll play next week.
West Australian
22-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Maroons prop's Origin plea for refs to 'let it slide'
Moeaki Fotuaika has urged officials to "let a few slide" when addressing how the NRL's high-shot crackdown might impact the State of Origin opener. The Gold Coast prop has been named to start alongside clubmate Tino Faasuamaleaui in Wednesday's first game in Brisbane. And, on the back of a series-deciding loss at Suncorp Stadium last year, the pair have made a pact to "lay the foundation" with physical defence. Complicating that is the fact there has never been a greater NRL focus on high contact. There were a record 18 sin-bins recorded in one round earlier this year with the Titans, at the time, the most penalised team for high-contact indiscretions. Ahead of his 10th appearance for Queensland, Fotuaika said there was a need to manage aggression but also a hope the Origin arena would be adjudicated differently to club level. "Controlling that aggression ... sometimes you can go a bit over the top," he said on Thursday from camp on the Sunshine Coast. "Hoping, because it's an Origin game, they can sort of let a few slide. "If it's a penalty game, obviously the spectators aren't going to enjoy that part. "I'm sure the refs will work around that." Faasuamaleaui missed last year's series with a long-term knee injury and, boasting three series wins from his four campaigns, looms as a difference maker in 2025. "He's definitely influential," Fotuaika said. "His presence; he's a big lad, when you have him beside you in that defensive line you have more confidence. "It makes us a lot better. "When Tino got the call on Sunday, after the Canberra game, he looked over at me and gave me the nod that I was getting the call after him. "When Billy told me I would be starting alongside the big fella I was excited. "Me and Tino have spoken about it. We want to lay the foundation for this team. We all know what we have to do." Tough-as-nails North Queensland forward Reuben Cotter is in the same boat, taking last year's State of Origin series loss personally after the pack was outgunned in the second and third games. Cotter has been named in the backrow but will likely spend time in the middle as he has in previous campaigns. Tom Gilbert's pectoral injury will rule him out for a second-straight year, coach Billy Slater instead calling on rookies Trent Loiero and Beau Fermor to match it with the Blues. "I dare say I'll find myself in the middle at some stage," Cotter told AAP. "We're up for the fight for sure, with some troops back. "Tino's a huge addition. Big Lindsay's (Collins) going good ... all our forwards are playing some good footy and it's good to have some size. "Definitely we take it personally; we keep the focus on us, dial in, but nobody wants to lose at home." Fullback Kalyn Ponga (leg) is yet to train fully with the squad but Fotuaika has no doubt he'll play next week.
