Not right now: Storm job not in Slater’s sights
Billy Slater has left the door ajar to replace Craig Bellamy at Melbourne, but says he's more likely to go back to Queensland if he returns to coaching.
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Payten ready for halves call with Dearden set to return
Jaxon Purdue has starred in the halves for North Queensland in Tom Dearden's absence, but a return to the centres looms ahead of the finals.
Metcalf, Walsh injured as Warriors thrash Broncos
Each side lost a key player to injury as the Warriors thrashed reigning NRL premiers the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium.
Cowboys call for common sense after falling in shootout
The door is ajar to the NRL's top eight after North Queensland were beaten 32-30 by Parramatta, with the Cowboys frustrated by a decisive late penalty call.
NRLW’s Roosters fly against Broncos amid controversy
Gold Coast and Parramatta have secured big NRLW victories, while the Roosters remain one win clear on top of the ladder.
‘Fingers crossed’: stumbling Sharks sweat on Trindall
Cronulla have missed the chance to return to the NRL's top four, losing not only at home to Canberra but also playmaker Braydon Trindall to a shoulder injury.
Mystery twin to thank for Dragons’ latest extension
Teenage gun Jacob Halangahu has shed 12kg and mentored five siblings in rugby league. But he doesn't know which Couchman twin helped inspire his new NRL deal.
Storm distance themselves from shock Slater Origin call
Melbourne boss Justin Rodski says Billy Slater's Queensland resignation is not linked to any approach from the Storm, as the Maroons consider their options.
Titans debutant tipped to be ‘200 to 300 game player’
Josh Hannay has heaped praise on young Gold Coast middle forward Bodhi Sharpley ahead of his NRL debut against Newcastle.
‘Not there yet’: Souths down Dogs to close in on finals
South Sydney have cruised past Canterbury in a 22-6 win that all but ends the Bulldogs' finals hopes and boosts their own.
Fozball flops: Dolphins sink Manly to 33-year low
Manly's dream mid-season run will officially amount to nothing, with the Sea Eagles out of finals contention after copping a 22-0 beating from the Dolphins.
Star Panther re-signs amid salary cap squeeze
Only days after the PNG Chiefs poached superstar winger Brian To'o, Penrith have re-signed another of their premiership-winning outside backs.
Legend reveals stance on Qld job as coach steps down
Queensland great Billy Slater has stood down as Maroons State of Origin coach, raising questions over both his next move and who will replace him.
Star rubbishes claim NRLW comp is two-horse race
NRLW heavyweights Brisbane and the Sydney Roosters meet at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday, with the Broncos now in danger of losing their position in the top two.
Maguire vows to show ‘club legend’ respect he deserves
Champion Brisbane halfback Adam Reynolds is racing the clock to be fit in time for his Suncorp Stadium swansong.
Stuart addresses fiery post-game spat, prop’s future
After a week in the headlines following an ugly post-match press conference, Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has spoken to the media and put speculation to rest.
Cowboys’ blueprint to avoid another ‘chaotic’ Eels loss
North Queensland coughed up victory in their last clash with Parramatta but there is more on the line in the rematch as finals draw nearer.
Daly Cherry-Evans opens up on shock NRL exit
Daly Cherry-Evans has opened up on his surprise decision to leave the NRL at the end of the season to sign with Super League club Hull FC.
Cherry-Evans makes contract promise over NRL exit links
Sydney Roosters half Daly Cherry-Evans has addressed rumours linking him with a surprise move to the Super League.
Roosters go top of NRL as Panthers’ form slump rolls on
Penrith have led the NRL all season but their quest for the minor premiership is now in doubt after a 12-6 loss to the Sydney Roosters.
He’s the Mann: sticking point in veteran’s next move
Canterbury utility Kurt Mann has made clear he wants to play on next year, with Wests Tigers believed to be an option if the veteran leaves the Bulldogs.
Cronulla suffer major injury blow before finals
Cronulla centre Jesse Ramien will miss the remainder of the NRL season with the pectoral injury he suffered in the Sharks' shock loss to St George Illawarra.
Dragons centre up for fight to stay with the Red V
Moses Suli was told earlier this year he could look elsewhere, but the centre insists his priority is to fight for his future at St George Illawarra.
Broncos great’s swan song in balance after calf strain
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds may have played his last game after scans revealed he strained his right calf at training on Wednesday.
Coach ‘very confident’ of Preston staying a Bulldog
Jacob Preston has moved to reassure Cameron Ciraldo of his commitment to Canterbury following claims he could be shopped around come November.
‘Extremely serious’: ex-NRL star to face assault trial
A former Maroons and Kangaroos player has been accused of an "extremely serious assault" that left marks on a young child and has been committed to stand trial.
Wayne Bennett remaining calm after PNG’s latest raid
South Sydney have more players out of contract for PNG's first season than any other team, but Wayne Bennett is in no rush to hit the negotiations table.
‘Massive’: Raiders star speaks out amid contract crisis
Kaeo Weekes has addressed a flurry of rumours surrounding Canberra while forward Ata Mariota re-signed with the club until the end of the 2028 season.
Anatomy of a downfall: how Manly’s season spiralled
Manly have gone from third on the NRL ladder to struggling to make finals, with every aspect of their game taking a hit and a lopsided roster balance exposed.
Queensland Origin winger set for French rugby move
North Queensland winger Murray Taulagi is set to join French rugby, while Cowboys teammate Matt Lodge is also leaving the NRL.
‘Do better’: bad habit Panthers are looking to break
Penrith's slow starts have come back to bite in recent months, with the ladder leaders hoping to buck the trend on the run to the NRL finals.