2026 Women's State of Origin Series
Index Summary
The 2026 Women's State of Origin Series is the ninth official Women's State of Origin rugby league series between New South Wales and Queensland. It will be the third time in Women's State of Origin history to be played as a three-game series. The matches are scheduled as Game 1 at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle on 30 April 2026, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane on 14 May 2026, and Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast on 28 May 2026. The teams have played each other annually since 1999. The 2018 match was the first under the State of Origin banner.
The announcement by the NRL included the date of the Under-19s Women's Origin fixture, 18 June 2026, which will again be part of a double-header with the men's Under-19 Origin match. The schedule followed the pattern used in 2025, with each game played on a Thursday night with two weeks between each game. A change from 2025 was that Game 2 rather than Game 1 was scheduled to open NRL Magic Round.
"The 2026 Women's State of Origin Series is an exciting opportunity for women's rugby league to showcase its talent and passion." — ARL Commission Chairman
Peter Beattie.
The 2026 Women's State of Origin Series is expected to attract a large audience and provide a platform for the women's game to grow and develop.
This public information index entry was compiled on June 04, 2026.
Associated Entities
Chairman of the ARL Commission
Chief Executive of the NRL
Event Chronology
Announcement of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series
The NRL announced the schedule for the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series, with the first game to be played at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle on 30 April 2026.
Game 1 of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series
The first game of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series was played at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle.
Game 2 of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series
The second game of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series was played at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
Game 3 of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series
The third game of the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series was played at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast.
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Broader Context
The 2026 Women's State of Origin Series has significant cultural and sporting importance in Australia. It is a major event in the women's rugby league calendar and provides a platform for the women's game to grow and develop. The series is expected to attract a large audience and provide a showcase for the talent and passion of women's rugby league.
"The Women's State of Origin Series is a testament to the growth and development of women's rugby league in Australia." — NRL Chief Executive
Andrew Abdo.
The series also has broader cultural significance, as it provides a platform for women's sports to be promoted and celebrated. It is an opportunity for women's sports to be showcased on a national stage and to inspire young girls and women to participate in sport.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series start?
The 2026 Women's State of Origin Series starts on 30 April 2026 with the first game at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle.
How many games are played in the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series?
The 2026 Women's State of Origin Series is a three-game series, with the final game to be played on 28 May 2026 at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast.
Who are the teams competing in the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series?
The teams competing in the 2026 Women's State of Origin Series are New South Wales and Queensland.
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