Last updated: 28 August 2026. Results verified via Battlers For Bush Footy.
Finals football has arrived on the Mid North Coast. Week 1 of the Group 3 Rugby League finals produced a two-point qualifying final and a comprehensive elimination win. Verified results below.
Finals Week 1 Results
| Qualifying Final | Port Macquarie 16 def. Macleay Valley 14 |
| Elimination Final | Old Bar 26 def. Port City 6 |
Port Macquarie’s two-point win over Macleay Valley earns them the week off and a straight run at the grand final qualifier. Old Bar were dominant over Port City, ending the Breakers’ season and setting up a sudden-death clash with Macleay Valley.
What Comes Next
- Port Macquarie — through to the major semi-final
- Macleay Valley — drop to sudden death against Old Bar
- Old Bar — alive and in form after a 20-point win
- Port City — season over
Full draw, teams and results guide: Group 3 Rugby League 2026 complete guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Group 3 qualifying final 2026?
Port Macquarie defeated Macleay Valley 16–14.
Is Port City still in the Group 3 finals?
No — Old Bar eliminated Port City 26–6 in Week 1.
Who plays in the Group 3 sudden-death final?
Macleay Valley face Old Bar, with the winner progressing toward the grand final.
