The Ipswich Jets are ready to soar into the NRL as the 20th team, with Chairman Steve Johnson revealing the club has secured the massive financial backing previously missing from their bid.

From a potential dream coaching duo featuring Kevin Walters and Alfie Langer to a strategic partnership with the Newtown Jets, find out why this "newest oldest club" believes they are the only logical choice for the league's next license.

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