I remember Newcastle well, stayed in the Station Hotel back in the day.
it’s a quirky little town based on coal mining, with a constant stream of coal barges entering and exiting the harbour 24/7.
I wouldn’t imagine Simon Moran would be wanting to lose SP any time soon.
He must surely be the most successful coach of recent years in terms of revenue and prize money generated in making the last three major finals and winning the big one.