# Aussies don't dob on cobbers.

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Podcast: [Roy and HG - Bludging on the Blindside](https://stenobird.com/podcast/roy-and-hg-bludging-on-the-blindside-663861)
Published: 2026-05-02T06:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/bludging-on-the-blindside/bludging-on-the-blindside/106634784
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Duration seconds: 5837

## Resource

Roy and HG critique the shifting geopolitics of rugby league, specifically the rise of PNG as a sporting power and the potential for tax-free player management. They also debate the impact of international expansion on the traditional ANZAC Day test atmosphere.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The emergence of PNG as a significant force in rugby league is creating a new geopolitical landscape for the sport
- Practical takeaway: Moving player management to tax-free zones like Loloata Island could become a strategic move for clubs
- Failure mode: Over-commercializing traditional events like the ANZAC Day test risks losing the cultural essence of the game
- Main idea: The 'unstoppable force' of Australian rugby league is actively seeking to expand its influence into English and Pacific territories
- Observation: The increasing financial success of the NRL may lead to a decoupling from traditional insurance and risk models

## Topics

Rugby League, NRL, PNG Rugby League, Sports Geopolitics, ANZAC Day, State of Origin, Sports Management, Australian Sport

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The State of the Code: An introduction to the week's mayhem, touching on the rising costs of player insurance and the NRL's record-breaking revenues.
- 8:30 — NRL Match Reviews: A breakdown of recent performances from the Panthers, Knights, and Sea Eagles.
- 23:20 — The Travis Pezzana Era: Analyzing the impact of high-average players and the mechanics of hitting the ball consistently.
- 38:00 — The PNG Expansion: Discussing the 'Pirate' movement in PNG and the potential for tax-free player management on Loloata Island.
- 1:15:40 — The ANZAC Day Test: A critique of the recent ANZAC Day weekend and the risks of introducing new elements to traditional fixtures.
- 1:30:10 — Global Rugby League Geopolitics: Reflecting on the international growth of the game and the potential for Australian influence to reshape English rugby league.

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