Laybutt quick to become centre of attention for Cowboys
North Queensland centre Zac Laybutt has made a blistering start to the year and credits the approach of new assistant coach James Maloney for his success.
rugby league
Leniu ‘not a racist’, declares Roosters coach Robinson
Trent Robinson has declared suspended Spencer Leniu is "not racist" as the Roosters coach warned the NRL and society has a wider issue with loaded language.
Broncos welfare officers support Mam ahead of Souths
Brisbane's welfare officers have rallied around Ezra Mam as coach Kevin Walters says he's right to play his first NRL game since a racial slur by Spencer Leniu.
Souths defend Mitchell amid Fittler, Mundine criticism
Amid backlash from prominent NRL figures, Rabbitohs coach Jason Demetriou is lauding Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker for speaking up for Indigenous people.
Reynolds to fire for Broncos against old club: Walters
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says there is no grand final hangover for skipper Adam Reynolds who he tips to be at his best against former club South Sydney.
I wish I found Brad Arthur and Eels earlier: Cartwright
As he prepares to face former club Penrith, Bryce Cartwright has admitted he was like a part-time footballer before he found Brad Arthur at Parramatta.
Ex-NRL star wanted ‘intimacy’ but denies sexual touch
Former Souths and St George Illawarra forward George Burgess has admitted that he wanted to "be naughty" with a woman, but denies groping her buttocks.
Mam receives deadly support from Renouf and his people
The partnership between Deadly Choices and Brisbane for an 11th year launched on Monday, with Broncos star Ezra Mam supported by the Indigenous community.
Broncos to unleash new Cobbo, Walsh combo on Rabbitohs
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds is fit to play former club South Sydney as the Broncos plan to up the ante with the Reece Walsh and Selwyn Cobbo combination.
New Raider Smithies extends Canberra’s British empire
New recruit Morgan Smithies has already made an impact with Canberra and is relishing the chance to test himself against one-time idol John Bateman.
NRL defends Dally M anonymity after voting puzzlers
The NRL says anonymity of Dally M voters is crucial after some round-one votes left fans puzzled.
Panthers seek to spark attack after slow start to NRL
Izack Tago is closing in on a new deal at Penrith as coach Ivan Cleary looks to add bite to the Panthers' attacking threat.
Leniu banned for eight games for racial slur on Mam
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu has been banned for eight matches after admitting calling Brisbane's Indigenous star Ezra Mam a "monkey" during an NRL game.
NRL stand by education of players after Leniu slur
The NRL remains confident in its player-education programs despite banning Spencer Leniu for eight matches over a racial slur aimed at Brisbane's Ezra Mam.
NRL has failed by not going harder on Leniu: Thurston
Johnathan Thurston has claimed the NRL has failed by not giving Spencer Leniu a lengthier ban for racism, arguing for 12 matches instead of eight.
Greyhounds NSW fire contractor over Ezra Mam comment
The person responsible for poking fun at the NRL's recent racism saga in an official form-guide for Greyhounds NSW has been fired, the racing organisation says.
Simonsson wants Eels centre spot amid Lomax interest
Bailey Simonsson has made clear he wants to make Parramatta's left centre spot his own, as the Eels continue to be linked with Dragons star Zac Lomax.
Canberra silenced doubters in Newcastle raid: Levi
Canberra hooker Danny Levi put a roller coaster 2023 NRL campaign behind him with a strong showing in his side's upset opening-round win against Newcastle.
Sharks out to shed tag as NRL’s top-eight lightweights
The Sharks hope a gritty season-opening away victory over the Warriors proves a line-in-the-sand moment in their quest to become a genuine NRL title force.
Manly’s Saab out for six weeks with hamstring injury
Jason Saab has been ruled out for six weeks with an injury as Manly teammate Josh Schuster prepares to return via the NSW Cup.
Warbrick hails improved defence from Storm’s Coates
Will Warbrick says the defence shown by Xavier Coates in round one is no fluke with his fellow Melbourne winger a stand-out in the Storm pre-season.
Teen Tiger Galvin named for NRL debut against Canberra
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has dropped a round two selection bombshell, naming 18-year-old Lachlan Galvin in the halves.
Reds coach Kiss issues plea to RA regarding Petaia
Reds coach Les Kiss wants Rugby Australia to get behind Jordan Petaia, saying Super Rugby's playmakers need greater protection.
Mundine slams Mitchell for ‘disrespect’ in racism saga
Anthony Mundine has hit back at Latrell Mitchell after the South Sydney superstar questioned his opinions about Spencer Leniu's now-infamous racial slur.
Cowboy stampede to be part of NRL’s Las Vegas story
North Queensland CEO Jeff Reibel has revealed the high interest among the club and its stakeholders about being part of the NRL's Las Vegas round one in 2025.
Bennett insists talk on his future won’t derail Phins
Off-contract Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says he has no intention to retire at the end of the year and that the players will not be distracted by speculation.
Dolphins want Flegler to play well, not talk: Bennett
Thomas Flegler is set for his first NRL game for the Dolphins, and coach Wayne Bennett has some simple instructions for the firebrand prop.
Addo-Carr grounded, Moses hurt as Eels beat Bulldogs
Josh Addo-Carr has succumbed to a shoulder injury in Canterbury's 26-8 loss to Parramatta, while Eels halfback Mitch Moses struggled with a groin strain.
Sloan scores a hat-trick as Dragons whip Titans
St George Illawarra have begun the Shane Flanagan coaching era with a stunning 28-4 NRL win over Gold Coast with fullback Tyrell Sloan scoring three tries.
Dragons’ Sloan credits tough Flanagan chats for reboot
St George Illawarra No.1 Tyrell Sloan, who's started the NRL season with a hat-trick, has credited coach Shane Flanagan for helping him flourish.
Addo-Carr suffers soft-tissue injury, no fracture
Canterbury flyer Josh Addo-Carr has been cleared of a fracture in his right shoulder, but scans have shown significant soft-tissue damage.