Young’s double helps Raiders to chaotic win over Dogs
Magic Round is off to a memorable start, with Canberra surviving two sin-binnings to beat Canterbury on the back of a try-scoring double to Hudson Young.
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Father of NRL Broncos star arrested on drugs charges
The father of Brisbane Broncos NRL star Payne Haas is facing extradition to Indonesia after being arrested on drug charges in the Philippines.
Cobbo stars for Broncos, Madden field goal sinks Manly
Selwyn Cobbo was brilliant at No.1 for Brisbane and made a strong case for a State of Origin recall as a Jock Madden field goal secured a 13-12 win over Manly.
Perth gets V’landys tick as part of NRL expansion plans
ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys said the Perth NRL bid was "looking very good" as he unveiled plans for a 20-team competition.
Broncos support Payne Haas after his father’s arrest
Brisbane have rallied around prop Payne Haas after his father Gregor was arrested in the Philippines and accused of drug trafficking.
Emotional Haka reminds Mooney Canberra is his home
Trey Mooney knows if he'd made the call to leave Canberra in 2025, he'd have risked missing out on moments like those witnessed post-match at Magic Round.
Jordan Rapana dodges ban, Josh Papalii cops a week
Jordan Rapana has become the latest NRL player cited for putting illegal pressure on a kicker, while Canberra teammate Josh Papalii was also sanctioned.
Bennett confirms Souths move, open to coaching past 80
Wayne Bennett will have a "secret meeting" with South Sydney CEO Blake Solly to finalise his coaching deal as he remains open to coaching an expansion side.
Storm’s Munster hoping to work some magic against Eels
Playmaker Cameron Munster says he needs to lift to get Melbourne "humming" as they prepare to take on Parramatta in Sunday's Magic Round clash.
In-form Dragons forward Jaydn Su’A signs new NRL deal
Jaydn Su'A will stay put at St George Illawarra until at least the end of 2026 after signing a two-year contract extension.
Dolphins No.7 Katoa gets Bennett tick ahead of Tigers
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa has won rave reviews for his form and coach Wayne Bennett says there is plenty more to come ahead of the clash with Wests Tigers.
‘Like Inglis’: Lockyer backs Cobbo for Maroons recall
Selwyn Cobbo's form in multiple positions has Queensland selector Darren Lockyer likening him to Greg Inglis and in the frame for a Maroons recall.
Hasler lashes ‘crazy’ Bunker after loss to Knights
Titans coach Des Hasler has blown up after a 28-24 loss to Newcastle where The Bunker ruled Brian Kelly lost the ball scoring a try that would have tied game.
NRL player Taylan May faces domestic violence charges
Penrith NRL player Taylan May has been charged over allegations he punched a woman he knew in the face.
May claims won’t distract ‘professional’ Panthers
Penrith Panthers players are determined to remain professional despite losing centre Taylan May for a Magic Round clash against the Warriors.
Hynes stars in win over Roosters to push Origin case
Nicho Hynes looks to be closing in on a State of Origin recall after starring in an important win for Cronulla over the Roosters on return from a calf injury.
Cowboys end five-game loss streak, add to Souths misery
Former South Sydney outside back Braidon Burns has come back to haunt his former club with two tries in North Queensland's 28-22 win in Brisbane.
No head knock for Luke Keary despite scare: Roosters
Luke Keary has been cleared of concussion after going down late in the Sydney Roosters' loss to Cronulla at Magic Round.
Payten looks in mirror to break Cowboys’ losing cycle
North Queensland coach Todd Payten said he questioned himself and changed some things during a five-game losing streak that ended with a win over South Sydney.
NSW’s Baxter free for Origin II after shot on Temara
NSW will breathe a sigh of relief after five-eighth Corban Baxter escaped suspension following the women's State of Origin series opener.
‘Productive’ talks, but PNG’s NRL fate still uncertain
The Australian government and NRL have held "productive" discussions over the possible inclusion of a team in Papua New Guinea.
Brisbane secures Magic Round until 2027, NRLW next
Brisbane has won hosting rights for the NRL's Magic Round for the next three seasons as plans ramp up to have the same format for the NRLW in New Zealand.
Storm’s Asofa-Solomona battles back from blow to ego
Melbourne big man Nelson Asofa-Solomona admits having to fight his way back into first grade was a blow to his confidence as the Storm prepare for the Eels.
Ex-Manly coach Hasler set for court showdown with club
Ex-Manly coach Des Hasler will have to wait another six months for a hearing in his bitter court case over his sacking from the club.
Close encounters of the Choppy kind give Maroons belief
Queensland players have spoken of how a powerful speech by legend Chris Close continues to inspire them ahead of the women's State of Origin series opener.
Keary adamant concussion fears not behind retirement
Retiring Sydney Roosters star Luke Keary says fears around concussions were not behind his retirement, with the five-eighth clear minded on his decision.
Titans want to wrap up Foran, no concerns Tino leaves
Gold Coast want to re-sign off-contract half Kieran Foran and have no concerns that captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will exercise options in his contract and leave.
Moses could handle Origin with one game lead-in: Paulo
Junior Paulo is backing Mitchell Moses to leap off the treatment table and into the Origin arena, arguing the Parramatta halfback could handle the heat.
Calf problem can’t keep Pearson out of Origin opener
NSW halfback Rachael Pearson will line up in the opening match of the women's State of Origin series, despite battling a calf issue this month.
Indefinite bans for NRL fans after alleged racial abuse
The NRL spectators who allegedly racially abused Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker have received indefinite bans from attending live games.
Women’s coaches predict higher-quality Origin opener
The first game of the 2023 women's State of Origin series was a scrappy affair, but both coaches have reason to believe things will be different this year.