The decision was made this morning at the monthly NSWRL Board meeting.

Fittler replaced Laurie Daley who managed just one series win from five attempts and beat out fellow contender and former Rabbitohs coach Michael Maguire.
 
In announcing the appointment chairman of the board Dr George Peponis said.

"Given the importance of this appointment, the board has taken the appropriate amount of time to fully consider the issue. 

“A number of highly qualified candidates expressed an interest in the position. I have no doubt that any one of them could have done a great job if the Board had decided to appoint them.

“Ultimately, the board was unanimous in the view that Brad Fittler should be appointed to the position.”

Fittler played 31 origins for NSW over a glittering career.

He has since spent a year coaching the Roosters, City Origin side and most recently Lebanon who he led to a World Cup quarter final.

"Brad's qualifications for the role are impeccable and his standing within the game is pre-eminent.

“His recent efforts in the Rugby League World Cup with Lebanon serve as a reminder of his talents as a coach and they provide a window into the exciting future which he will bring the NSW State of Origin team."
 
No appointments have yet been considered in relation to support staff.