Billy Slater to step down as Maroons' head coach
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The 43-year-old, who oversaw five State or Origin series with three wins, says he will not stay in the role for 2027, adding that he was "proud of what we've built together".

In short:

Queensland Maroons head coach Billy Slater has announced he will step down from the role.

Slater took on the head coach role in 2021 and led the Maroons to three victories in the State of Origin series against NSW.

What’s next?

The Queensland Rugby League says it will begin a process to appoint the next head coach soon.