‘You’re accepted, you’re loved’: Galvin a hit at Dogs
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury teammates have made a special effort to welcome the high-profile mid-season signing into the fold.
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Broncos star axed as Walsh gives Maguire new hope
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire says the axing of Selwyn Cobbo is all about "standards" while the return of fullback Reece Walsh has come at just the right time.
‘No-excuse’ mantra driving Warriors’ record year in Oz
The Warriors are on track for their best ever season in Australia, having already won more games in the country than in most years in the club's history.
Mal’s Mission: How Meninga plans to poke the Bears
NRL Immortal Mal Meninga says it is a 'great privilege and responsibility' to be appointed head coach of the Perth Bears.
Cherry-Evans doesn’t know if he’ll be Queensland No.7
Manly have lost 26-22 in Daly Cherry-Evans' last match before selection for State of Origin II, with the Queensland half unsure if he will keep his spot.
O’Brien hits out at booing Knights fans before comeback
Newcastle have come back to beat Manly 26-22 after fans vented their frustration at the Knights following another scoreless half at McDonald Jones Stadium.
NRL hands bans, $35k in fines to player agents
Two NRL player agents, who between them manage such household names as Josh Addo-Carr and Benji Marshall, have received bans and fines from the league.
Bears’ huge task revealed as coach announcement looms
The Perth Bears have a mighty task to become competitive from the outset as history shows how expansion clubs typically struggle in their early seasons.
Star duo return for Dolphins, but Stone ruled out
The return of key forwards Jeremy Marshall-King and Max Plath gives the Dolphins more ammunition to fire at St George Illawarra on their climb up the ladder.
‘Without a doubt’: Dragon tipped to bounce back to NRL
Tyrell Sloan has been axed from St George Illawarra's first-grade side for round 14, but coach Shane Flanagan is expecting the winger to bounce back.
‘Crazy’ coach axings derailed Broncos: foundation chair
Founding Brisbane chairman Barry Maranta says the firing of Wayne Bennett and Kevin Walters reveal a Broncos administration that has no clue about club culture.
Charlie who? Finance broker readies for Tigers debut
Charlie Murray says helping his Wests Tigers teammates beat Penrith is more important than fixing their books as the finance broker gears up for his NRL debut.
Veteran Storm coach Bellamy makes big coaching call
Veteran coach Craig Bellamy has made his call whether to remain at the helm with Melbourne Storm next season, saying he listened to his players.
Maguire must find alignment at Brisbane or perish: Ikin
Ben Ikin helped build Brisbane's current roster alongside Kevin Walters, but believes change must come if it is to work for the Broncos under Michael Maguire.
Papalii concedes time is up after 2025 at Canberra
Canberra veteran Josh Papalii will become the Raiders' most-capped player in round 14, but has admitted the 2025 season will likely be his last at the NRL club.
‘Can’t worry’: Coach knows Knights are under pressure
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien believes there is time to salvage the Knights' ailing NRL season ahead of the round-14 clash with Manly.
New Penrith prodigy being likened to Spencer Leniu
Penrith have a new rising prop many are likening to former Panthers star and current NSW hitman Spencer Leniu.
Ex-Tigers teammate sorry for Galvin social media jab
Sunia Turuva says he should have been the "bigger person" rather than swipe at Lachlan Galvin on social media amid the teenager's exit from Wests Tigers.
Contract talks for Manly lock after fractured rib pain
Manly have opened talks with two more off-contract forwards, with one revealing he has played through the past month needing injections on a fractured rib.
Robson’s hamstring gives NSW fresh Origin concern
North Queensland hooker Reece Robson is in doubt to face Melbourne in round 14 of the NRL, leaving NSW with some concern ahead of State of Origin II.
How Grant helped Howarth storm into Maroons plans
Melbourne centre Jack Howarth is a future Queensland star but Harry Grant set him on the right path to win over Craig Bellamy.
‘A better player’: Walker sets Roosters goal on return
Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker returns from an ACL rupture in NSW Cup with a determination to add a key attribute to his game that Melbourne's halves do best.
Bad news for Maroons as Cowboys flyer still sidelined
Murray Taulagi's hopes of lining up in the second State of Origin match appear over with news he will miss the last round before teams are picked.
Jealous Sharks star says Origin rule change not answer
Addin Fonua-Blake has admitted he may not have played for New Zealand had he been better advised, given his one Test means he cannot play State of Origin.
Beyond 300: Why star Bronco is set for 2026
Adam Reynolds has revealed why the backstreets of Redfern forged the master craftsman he has become and why he wants a final year at Brisbane in 2026.
Galvin impresses, Bulldogs ponder how to use him
Lachlan Galvin will be named in Canterbury's extended squad for round 14, but coach Cameron Ciraldo is still determining exactly where he fits in the team.
Storm players waiting on Bellamy’s big call
Cheeky Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes says coach Craig Bellamy will be "bored at home in his mansion" if he doesn't sign on for another year as Melbourne coach.
‘Load of crap’: Broncos address squad unrest claims
The Broncos are under siege after six losses from seven games, but senior players have hit back at claims of squad unrest.
Two plays that show this Raider can answer Origin SOS
Corey Horsburgh is willing and able to answer Queensland's State of Origin SOS and two gutsy plays show what Billy Slater has been missing.
CA boss Greenberg’s vow to protect Aussie Test summer
Australia's home Ashes summer is expected to break ticket sales records, but it comes at a time when cricket's global calendar remains a point of conjecture.
Honesty session that inspired Panthers’ crucial win
Penrith's squad took a hard look at slipping standards ahead of round 13 and it led to their grittiest win of the NRL season so far.