All Stars Game Cancelled

The Tooheys Newcastle Rugby League has made the decision to postpone the 2020 All Stars
event due to health concerns relating to COVID-19.
The decision comes after the Australian government has advised that non-essential mass
gathering of 500 or more people to be cancelled.
The event was due to take place on Saturday 21 March and was expecting large crowds at St
John Oval in Charlestown.
Newcastle Rugby League CEO, Matt Harris, said the decision comes from a concern of the
health and safety of all who were planning to attend the event.
“The health and safety of our community and our league is a top priority and the New South
Wales Rugby League has supported our decision to postpone the All Stars,” Harris said.
A final decision on whether the event can be rescheduled for an alternative date during the
2020 season will be made as soon as possible.
There are currently no updates or changes to the Newcastle Rugby League 2020 season
which is to commence on 18 April.
“It is too early to ascertain how this situation will impact on the 2020 competition but
ultimately, Newcastle RL will be guided by advice and directives from our governing body
NSWRL,” Harris said.