ARL Commission chairman Peter V’landys hopes the loyalty of Newcastle fans can be rewarded when a decision is made on the venue for the third State of Origin on July 14. V’landys said the ARLC planned to decide later on Friday where the match would be played but has all but ruled Stadium Australia due to doubts about whether the Olympic stadium will be permitted to host crowds due to Sydney’s COVID-19 lockdown. The NSW Government’s stay at home order for residents of Greater Sydney is due to expire next Friday but V’landys said it was unlikely all restrictions would be immediately lifted.