Brisbane Broncos CEO Dave Donaghy has flown back to the Queensland capital to ensure the safety of team staff and players' families as Cyclone Alfred approaches the coast. The cyclone is expected to make landfall between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast on Friday morning. This proactive measure underscores the club's commitment to its members' well-being.
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03-06, 2025The Broncos flew to Sydney on Tuesday in preparation for their National Rugby League (NRL) match against the Sydney Roosters at the Sydney Football Stadium on Thursday night. The team plans to return on Friday, while loved ones of players and staff are facing an anxious time. A technical bulletin from the Bureau of Meteorology warned that, while less likely, the category two cyclone had the potential to intensify into a low-end category three as it gathers strength. The safety of the community is paramount during this period.
With 26,000 homes at risk of flooding, the Broncos will ensure those who have remained behind receive the support they need, preparing for any eventuality. Broncos coach Michael Maguire addressed the situation when facing reporters in Sydney on Wednesday morning. "It's the first time I've faced something like this, and the club has been really proactive," Maguire said, emphasizing the club's readiness.
"Our CEO [Donaghy] flew down [to Sydney] last night and then straight back to town to make sure everyone is safe while the team is here. They are talking and reaching out to partners and wives to make sure they are safe in this situation. It's just a matter of waiting to see how things unfold, but there is a lot of communication between families." The club's prompt actions are aimed at alleviating concerns.
The situation could have an emotional impact on the players, but Maguire stated that communication channels are open and information regarding the situation in Brisbane is circulating. "From an emotional point of view, it is probably stable at the moment because the club has been so prepared," he said. "We are getting plenty of messages from home, understanding what their situation is. Hopefully, everything is okay. We are thinking of everyone back there. We are talking about it, which is the best way to deal with it. We are going into the unknown, but we have to deal with it as best as we can." The team is focused on maintaining open communication and support.
The NRL confirmed on Tuesday night that the Dolphins' and South Sydney Rabbitohs' round one match, originally scheduled for Friday night, would be moved from Brisbane to Sydney's Parramatta Stadium. This came hours after the Australian Football League (AFL) postponed its two round one matches in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, scheduled for Thursday and Saturday nights. Dolphins player Kodi's wife, Bree Nikorima, was not supportive of the move, claiming it was "disgusting" to take players away from their families. The decision to relocate games highlights the severity of the weather event.
