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Subscriber only NEW Norths A-Grade coach Michael Williamson concedes his team will be rusty for their opening game of the Rugby League Ipswich season after a first round bye. However, Williamson was just as concerned about former Tigers mentor Gary Lawrence as his side prepares to tackle Fassifern at Harrisville on Saturday night. Former Toowoomba Clydesdales premiership-winning coach Lawrence was appointed in the pre-season to take over from Mick Newton for the 2021 season. However, Lawrence has stepped aside due to health issues. Having overseen major junior development and premiership successes at Norths in recent years, Williamson accepted the club s invitation to take on this year s A-Grade side.