Billy Slater says he will not remain as Queensland’s head coach for the 2027 State of Origin campaign, prompting the Maroons to begin searching for a replacement. The 43-year-old has overseen five Origin series with Queensland.
ABC Australia reports Slater is stepping down from the role for 2027. Stuff.co.nz adds that, following his departure, Queensland looks set to have a new-look setup ahead of the next series. That outlet also notes Slater denies rumours linking him to the NRL club Melbourne Storm, positioning his decision as a resignation from the Origin coaching role rather than a move elsewhere.
With the next Origin series approaching, outlets converge on Slater’s decision to quit and Queensland’s need to appoint a new coach, while differing in emphasis—ABC Australia focuses on the timing of his exit, and Stuff.co.nz highlights the absence of confirmation about any Storm-related claims.
