2025 NRL NT THE STAND Grand Final Day

Tony Crowe • September 11, 2025

A Celebration of Territory Rugby League

The Territory Rugby League community came together at Territory Rugby League Stadium on Saturday, 6 September for the 2025 NRL NT NO MORE, THE STAND Grand Final Day – proudly supported by our partners DABSCO, Tru-Flow Services, Chemist Warehouse McDonald’s, Steeline GRP and Top End Print.


With a jam-packed schedule of junior and senior rugby league, the day was a true celebration of talent, teamwork, and the future of our game in the Northern Territory.


๐Ÿ‰ Chemist Warehouse Under 18 Boys Grand Final

Palmerston Raiders 26 def. Litchfield Bears 12
The Raiders showcased strength and composure to secure the premiership, with standout moments across the park.
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Player of the Final – Nathan O'Sullivan
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Match Officials – Toby Mandziak, Jordan Riddle & Kate McTaggart

Presenter - Luke Gosling, Federal MP for Solomon



๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Gatley Shield Grand Final

Darwin Brothers 18 def. Palmerston Raiders 16
In one of the closest contests of the day, Brothers held firm in the dying stages to lift the historic Gatley Shield.
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Player of the Final – Mikaele Vateitei
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Match Officials – James Shaw, Ricky Liddle & Paul Devir

Presenter - Jinson Charls MLA - NT Minister for People, Sports, Culture, Disability, Arts, Youth, Seniors, Equality, Multicultural Affairs and Veterans.


๐Ÿ‘ฉ Tru-Flow Services Women’s Premiership Grand Final

Darwin Brothers 60 def. Litchfield Bears 4
The Brothers delivered a dominant performance, capping off their season with a statement win in front of a passionate crowd.
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Player of the Final – Talia Corrie, Darwin Brothers
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Match Officials – Jason Woodman, Alex Liddle & Jordan Riddle

Presenter - Leesa Ostrofski, from Women's Premiership Naming Rights Partner Tru-Flow Services


๐Ÿ† DABSCO Men’s Premiership Grand Final

Darwin Brothers 24 def. Litchfield Bears 18
The headline act delivered a fitting finale to Grand Final Day, with the Brothers edging the Bears in a thrilling clash under lights.
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Player of the Final – Dallas Caulton, Darwin Brothers
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Match Officials – Paul Devir, Jason Woodman & James Shaw

Presenter - Mark Broom from Men's Premiership Naming Rights Partner DABSCO


๐ŸŒŸ Thank You

The 2025 NRL NT THE STAND Grand Final Day was more than a showcase of rugby league, it was a celebration of respect, inclusion, and community.

๏ปฟThank you to the players, coaches, volunteers, referees, and supporters who made the day possible, and to our valued partners whose commitment ensures our game continues to thrive.


#NRLNTFinals #GrandFinalDay #CelebrateTheGame #TheStand

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