In 2001 , Newcastle won 30-24 over Parramatta in Sydney .
St. George Illawarra lead 14-2 before a late penalty try to Melbourne winger Craig Smith gives them a 20-18 win.2001 Newcastle win the first night grand final , 30-24 over Parramatta.2005 Wests Tigers five-eighth Benji Marshall throws a magic flick pass to winger Pat Richards as the Tigers become the first joint venture to win the premiership , 30-16 over North Queensland .
NRL Grand Final