Tag Archive for: History

Vale – Brian ‘Chicka’ Norton – 1960-70s Front Row Forward and 1980s Coach

"The real winners are those who lose but keep fighting," Brian 'Chicka' Norton - 1986.   The North Sydney club is saddened to report the passing of Brian 'Chicka' Norton, 1960-70s front row forward and 1980s coach. In the mid 1985…
Image: North Sydney 1952 Finalists

Vale – Ben Haslam – North Sydney 1952/54 Second Row Forward

The North Sydney Club is saddened to report the passing of Ben Haslam, 1952/54 Second Row Forward. Ben was a tall running forward who could score a try when needed and was a member of the 1952 Norths semifinalists team that was successful…

Funeral Details – Vale – Peter Diversi – North Sydney 1950s Lock Forward

The North Sydney Bears are deeply saddened by the loss of one of the great North Sydney players, Peter Diversi. Peter was a tearaway lock forward in the 1950’s, who was known for his bone jarring defence and toughness on the field. He…
Once a Bear always a Bear - signed Len Diett

Vale – North Sydney Centre & Union International Len Diett

Rugby Union International and North Sydney five-eighth Leonard Diett has passed away on the 13th January 2018. Many of us can relate to Len's handwritten note (left) and it is a tribute to Len that despite his tremendous achievements…

Vale – 1950s Centre Bob Honeysett

North Sydney 1950s centre Bob Honeysett has passed away from prostate cancer on the night of the 4th of December 2017 in Wyee on the New South Wales Central Coast. Bob began his first-grade career at South Sydney (1954 to 1957) where…

Bears 2017 Golf Day at Scenic Northbridge Golf Course

The annual North Sydney Bears Golf Day was held on Friday at the picturesque Northbridge Golf Course, with 120 golfers attempting the 18 hole course. The event is held in support of the Football Club, and plays host to many of the Bears faithful…
Image: Left Player of the Year Cheyne Whitelaw, with Coach Ben Gardiner. | North Sydney Bears Presentation Awards Night | Norths Cammeray | 22/09/2017. Photo Steve Little. www.redandblackzone.com.

The Bears Pay Tribute to ISP Coach and Players at Presentation Night

On Friday night, the North Sydney Bears held their 2017 presentation night to celebrate the season and recognise the many achievements made during the year. In his final season for the club, Bears coach Ben Gardiner praised both the players…

Club Statement – North Sydney Bears Farewell Coach Ben Gardiner

The North Sydney Bears would like to wish Ben Gardiner all the best in his coaching future. Ben has coached the North Sydney NSW ISP team for the past two and a half seasons, inheriting a team of young men all looking to progress in the game. Ben…

2017 Supporters’ Player of the Year

The North Sydney Bears' season is over but we have one last task for our supporters in 2017. The Bears are inviting you to vote on who you think was the best North Sydney player in 2017. Below are some basic stats for those players…
Image: The Thousand Hands App Launches in Malaysia.

Congratulations to Our Major Sponsor Thousand Hands

The North Sydney Bears would like to congratulate their major sponsor Thousand Hands on launching in Malaysia. Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Thousand Hands, Harry Cheung, officially launched their online application on Friday 8 September…

Bears and BOQ Co-Host Business Networking Breakfast

The North Sydney Bears in conjunction with BOQ Business held their second annual business to business networking breakfast today at The Greens, North Sydney. Hosted by Brendan White, Group Executive BOQ Business, the event was a great opportunity…
Image: North Sydney Bears, Queensland & Australian Lock Billy Moore. Sorce: Getty Images.

Retro Round: Queenslander Legend Built on Reserve Grade Title

This article by Tom Daunt originally appeared in the Gympie Times on Friday 4 August 2017 as "Queenslander Legend Built on Reserve Grade Title." PLEASE NOTE: It will be free entry to this week's Intrust Super Premiership match between…
Image: GLORY YEARS: Gary Larson in attack against Paul Harragon and Dean Pay in Game I of the 1996 series. Geoff McLachlan

Origin and Bears Legend Gary Larson Has His Say on Origin Decider

This article by Matt Harris originally appeared on www.gladstoneobserver.com.au at 5:00 am on Tuesday 11 July 2017 as Origin Legend Has His Say on Decider. He's been there and done it all, 24 consecutive times to be exact. So…
Image: Newport Breakers Cooper Halligan, his dad Daryl and team mate Paul Carswell after they played together.

Super Boot Daryl Halligan Makes Comeback at 50 to Play with His Son

This article by Jon Geddes originally appeared on www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/manly-daily at 4:59 pm on Wednesday 5 July 2017 as Former NRL Star Makes Comeback at 50 to Play with His Son. Former rugby league super boot Daryl…
South Sydney forward Brett Greinke in defence for the Bears - Intrust Super Premiership | Round 14 | North Sydney Vs Wentworthville | North Sydney Oval | 12/06/2017. Photo Ian Reilly.
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Match Report – Bears Back With a Win

The North Sydney Bears are back in the winner's circle after a hard fought 16-8 win against the Wentworthville Magpies. Coming off a game in New Zealand and a bye week, Norths fans and players alike were hungry for some home cooking at North…
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NSW Blues State of Origin Coach Laurie Daley Backs Plan to Make Junior Registrations Free

NSW coach Laurie Daley said the NRL should consider a year-long trial where registration fees for junior players are scrapped. It is understood the NSWRL has been considering a plan where junior registrations could be free statewide…
Cheyne Whitelaw in the 43 junper to signify the 1943 grand Final with Camron Murray in 19 - Intrust Super Premiership | Round 10 | North Sydney Vs Newtown | North Sydney Oval | 14/05/2017. Photo Steve Little www.redandblackzone.com.
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Match Report – Frank Hyde Shield Produces Absolute Thriller

You couldn’t have asked for a more exciting finish as foundation clubs the North Sydney Bears and the Newtown Jets battled out the first leg of the Frank Hyde Shield at North Sydney Oval last Sunday, with the boys from Newtown coming up trumps…

Kokoda connections: Ken Wood

Kenneth Wood was born in Petersham, Sydney in 1906. He began his first-grade career with North Sydney in 1928 and finished with Norths in 1934. He played seven years with 'The Shoremen' (as they were known before adopting the Bears nickname),…