Campbelltown want majority of Tigers games post upgrade
Campbelltown's mayor has conceded his council cannot solely fund the Tigers' stadium demands, but says the club should play more games there if support comes.
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Storm sell out AAMI in record time with AFL Gathering
With no AFL in Victoria this weekend, the Melbourne Storm have produced a historically quick sell-out for their NRL clash with the New Zealand Warriors.
Bennett delivers special message to Perth NRL fans
The chances of Perth having its own NRL franchise appear to be getting smaller by the day, but Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett is optimistic a deal can be struck.
Katoa quashes Sydney scuttlebutt, confirms Blues dream
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa has scuppered rumours he wants to return to Sydney and revealed why playing for NSW at State of Origin level is a goal.
Lomax toughness lives on in Eels without injured star
Parramatta believe they have turned a corner in their season despite the drought-breaking win over St George Illawarra costing them marquee man Zac Lomax.
‘Concerning for us’: Panthers coach pinpoints malaise
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has highlighted the uncharacteristic failing behind the Panthers' 1-5 start to the year and what must change to salvage the season.
Hammer time as Dolphins plunge Panthers into crisis
The Dolphins have left a woeful Penrith's title defence in dire straits after a 30-12 win, highlighted by a hat-trick of tries by fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
Robinson can’t see Manu returning to Roosters this year
If Joey Manu returns to Australia this year, Trent Robinson doesn't believe it'll be at the Sydney Roosters where he became an NRL star across 181 games.
Campbelltown asks for government help to keep Tigers
The Wests Tigers threats to leave Campbelltown if they don't secure the promise of a stadium upgrade by June 30 has prompted the council to ask for higher help.
NRL faces risk of fan backlash at Perth double-header
The lowest crowd for a rugby league event at Optus Stadium is anticipated for the NRL's double header, amid WA fan discontent over expansion talks progress.
‘Keep going’: Maguire backs Reynolds for 2026 season
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire says Adam Reynolds is a wanted man for the 2026 season and is set to play against the Sydney Roosters after hamstring tightness.
Money try celebration could return if Dragons hit form
St George Illawarra winger Christian Tuipulotu says he'll bring back his money try celebration at the right time, but wants to focus on winning games first.
Hasler wants return to two refs as NRL review comments
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler wants the NRL to return to two referees and has stood by his recent criticism of the high tackle crackdown.
Gilbert makes Dolphins position shift, Plath locked in
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has made a call on captain Tom Gilbert, who will play second-row from now on with Max Plath in his best position at lock.
Storm warning with spine playing better than in 2025
Melbourne made the 2024 NRL grand final, but Jahrome Hughes believes more time together has made the club's all-star spine a better combination in 2025.
1-5 and gone? Stats show stakes are high for Penrith
Penrith would need to overturn 117 years of premiership history to lift the trophy on NRL grand final day, if they are beaten by the Dolphins in round six.
Tigers will quit Campbelltown without $50m upgrade: CEO
Wests Tigers could walk away from the club's strongest junior base if Campbelltown Sports Stadium doesn't get $50 million in upgrades.
Door opening for Fogarty to join Manly as new No.7
Manly players have insisted the Daly Cherry-Evans drama is not acting as a distraction, as the Sea Eagles close in on signing a replacement at No.7.
Katoa ready to show Cleary he’s a much wiser Dolphin
Dolphins playmaker Isaiya Katoa has learned from an error of judgement last time he played Penrith, as another classic match-up with Nathan Cleary looms.
Samoa’s ‘field of dreams’ the magnet for players: coach
More players are keen to play for Samoa, and coach Ben Gardiner says it is not due to "stealing" them but because of the unique four-pillar program.
Eels’ Lomax out for six weeks, racing clock for Origin
Zac Lomax is at long odds to play for NSW in State of Origin I after the Parramatta winger suffered a fractured foot in his side's win over St George Illawarra.
Broncos workhorse Gosiewski starts talks on new deal
Brisbane forward Jack 'Jet-Ski' Gosiewski appeared washed up last year but is now making waves and cruising towards a new deal.
Mitchell at five-eighth, Townsend cut in halves changes
The NRL is preparing for a halves shake-up in round six as Penrith, the Sydney Roosters, Newcastle and South Sydney confirm key changes.
The two people who dislike Mahoney being called a grub
He divides opinion but the in-form Reed Mahoney says there's only two people who are concerned about his reputation as the NRL's biggest wind-up artist.
How Hammer regained mojo to be Dolphins’ nail gun
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reveals the change in mindset that has reignited his electric ways.
Reigning premiers Penrith find positives in form slump
The vibe remains positive at four-time reigning NRL premiers Penrith despite a losing streak that threatens to halt their NRL dynasty.
Dolphins gun Tabuai-Fidow wants to play for Samoa again
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has a burning desire to play for Samoa again, but whether that's this year is dependant on his Kangaroos selection.
Hunt mulls extra year at Broncos as 400-club beckons
Brisbane veteran Ben Hunt is playing so well and enjoying his footy so much that he is considering playing until 2027, when 400 NRL games will be within reach.
Ex-NRL player Wiliame named Bulldogs women’s coach
Brayden Wiliame has been named inaugural head coach of Canterbury's NRLW team after would-be boss Blake Cavallaro resigned.
Townsend under microscope as Roosters’ season falters
Chad Townsend is facing increased scrutiny for his role in the Sydney Roosters' early-season struggles, something hooker Connor Watson believes is unfair.
I’m the right man for Dragons’ pressure moments: Ilias
Lachlan Ilias came up short of answers with the game on the line in round five, but says he's still the right man to handle the Dragons' pressure moments.