Townsend closes curtain on premiership-winning career
Chad Townsend has announced he will retire at the end of 2025, ending a career that included more than 250 NRL games and a premiership at Cronulla.
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Youth proving key for rampant Raiders in NRL title bid
The ladder leading Canberra Raiders enjoy a two-point gap over second place despite being the youngest team in the NRL.
Dolphins’ founding roster hit jackpot with Lemuelu
Dolphins forward Connelly Lemuelu was among a criticised player list when the club started, but now he is one of the game's most damaging forwards.
Trbojevic to stay at centre with knee all clear
Tom Trbojevic has revealed where he expects to play out the year for Manly, while also declaring his knee fine for the crucial clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Veteran Rabbitoh re-signs with NRL record in sight
Alex Johnston has signed a new contract at South Sydney as he closes in on the NRL's tryscoring record as Api Koroisau extends his stay at Wests Tigers.
Souths’ ‘laughable’ injury toll gives Dodd rare chance
In times like these, all South Sydney forward Jai Arrow can do is laugh at the injury crisis engulfing his struggling NRL club.
Broncos’ Gem has big contract decision looming large
Form centre Gehamat Shibasaki wants to win a premiership with Brisbane before considering his next contract, as his value on the market continues to rise.
Don’t begrudge them: Carrigan gives Samoa trio blessing
Payne Haas could join the exodus to Samoa at the upcoming Pacific Championships.
Radley never thought to retire after latest concussion
Victor Radley says consultations with the best concussion experts in the business have reassured him amid debate about his NRL playing future.
Still no room for Brown at Eels despite fresh injury
Parramatta have been forced to reconfigure their spine but there is still no room in the 17 for Newcastle-bound five-eighth Dylan Brown.
Titans in more pain with skipper out for a month
Gold Coast's hopes of avoiding the wooden spoon have dived with captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui out for four weeks and forward David Fifita re-injuring an ankle.
Carrigan gets second wind at Broncos after Origin
Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan has found another gear in the charge to the finals after taking a different approach to handling the aftermath of State of Origin.
Walters embraces ‘lifetime’ chance to coach Australia
Kevin Walters is committed as Australia coach for the next 12 months and has put all aspirations to return to the NRL aside as he targets Ashes success.
Jillaroos stick with Skinner through to World Cup
Jess Skinner will continue as the coach of Australia's Jillaroos after initially earning the role on an interim basis.
Shark doesn’t feel for wounded Souths ‘one bit’
South Sydney's injury crisis has become one of the stories of the NRL season but Cronulla prop Toby Rudolf doesn't feel sorry for this week's opponents at all.
Warriors played trump cards with Halasima, young guns
Powerhouse match-winning forward Leka Halasima is one of three young guns the Warriors have wrapped up long-term, and for good reason.
Walters will speak to Samoa trio about rep futures
New Australia coach Kevin Walters will deal with the threat of Samoa fielding three of his stars for the Pacific Championships and beyond when the time's right.
Roosters admit halves gamble ‘didn’t work out’
Trent Robinson has addressed his decision to drop Chad Townsend back to reserve grade a week after parachuting the veteran in to the Sydney Roosters' NRL side.
Broncos forward knocks back Manly to sign one-year deal
Tough-as-teak Brisbane forward Kobe Hetherington believes the club can win a title as he targets getting back to lock after inking a new deal.
Hasler hits 500 after songs and curtain rod brawls
Des Hasler prepares to coach his 500th game after showcasing his many sides: ruthless Des, singing Des, curtain rod brawler Des, caring Des and winner Des.
Broncos to unleash ‘super six’ together for first time
Brisbane have a premiership window open and must make the most of it as six superstars take the field against Parramatta in their first game together.
Near-miss at training gives Manly glimpse into future
Manly are confident Luke Brooks will feature in their intriguing clash with Canterbury after a near-miss gave the side a look at young gun Joey Walsh.
‘Be confident’: Payten backing Derby on NRL recall
Todd Payten has brought Robert Derby back for North Queensland's crucial clash against St George Illawarra.
Hughes hospitalised as Storm title hopes take a hit
Melbourne have beaten the Sydney Roosters 34-30 in one of the games of the NRL season, but suffered a seismic blow with Jahrome Hughes dislocating his shoulder.
Webster master plan reaps rewards for Warriors
Warriors coach Andrew Webster has given the club steel and style and his long-term deal has also given them the stability they need.
Penrith make contract call as stars return
Penrith have moved to avoid any destabilisation of their roster ahead of 2026, with a shot at a fifth straight NRL title suddenly looking realistic.
Storm learn fate on Hughes’ battered shoulder
Jahrome Hughes has learned whether he will play again this season, in a crucial development for Melbourne's premiership hopes and the rest of the NRL.
Souths cop another scare as Dodd’s chance looms
Lewis Dodd's second chance in South Sydney's starting halves will come against Cronulla, but the Rabbitohs have another injury scare with a forward leader.
Bennett wants overhaul of international league rules
Wayne Bennett has backed alterations to State of Origin eligibility rules, but believes changes also need to happen at an international level.
Hasler makes future call ahead of 500-game milestone
A defiant Des Hasler has maintained there is more left in the tank, as the under-pressure Gold Coast coach prepares for his 500th NRL game in charge.
Scary how time flies as Raiders turn Weekes into years
Canberra have turned one of their breakout stars of 2025 into the club's longest-signed player, with the Raiders' future spine quickly taking shape.