The Knights will play three of their first four games at home in 2021, but have been dealt a tough draw from round five.
Newcastle will kick off their campaign against the Bulldogs, then travel across the ditch to take on the Warriors and former coach Nathan Brown.
From round five to nine, the Knights will take on the Titans, Sharks, Panthers, Roosters and Raiders.
The clash against Canberra will be played in Wagga Wagga.
They’ll meet the Tigers in Magic Round at Suncorp Stadium in round 10.
Following State of Origin, the Knights will take on the Storm, Roosters and Raiders in successive weeks as the run to finals begins.
The match against Melbourne is the only time the sides will meet in 2021.
Newcastle will play nine of their games, live and free on 9.
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