Charges against NRL stars Latrell, Wighton thrown out
NRL stars Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have beaten charges of fighting outside a Canberra nightclub and are now considering suing the police.
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Warriors retain Watene-Zelezniak after career-best year
The Warriors have re-signed Dallin Watene-Zelezniak on the first day of the NRL player market, while Canberra snapped up England forward Morgan Smithies.
Ivan Cleary warns of risk on big-money Luai offers
Penrith are confident of keeping Jarome Luai with coach Ivan Cleary stating any NRL club that offers him big money to be their main man is taking a big risk.
Roosters’ tough contract calls with November arriving
Jarome Luai's contract status is the talk of the NRL off-season, but the Sydney Roosters are poised for the biggest headache to keep all their superstars.
NRL’s Souths retain Arrow, Croker staying at Manly
South Sydney have moved to re-sign Jai Arrow and Manly have retained Lachlan Croker only one day before the player market opens on November 1.
Holmes retains wing spot for Kangaroos in Cup final
Australia coach Mal Meninga has stuck with Valentine Holmes on the wing in preference to Selwyn Cobbo for the Pacific Cup final against New Zealand.
Cop who cuffed ‘crying’ Latrell Mitchell back in court
Star rugby league duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are due for a third day in court over an incident outside a Canberra nightclub.
NRL stars’ arrest a parody of proper policing: lawyer
NRL duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are fighting charges in a three-day court hearing, with alleged heavy-handed policing the theme of their defence.
Kiwis can upset Kangaroos in Hamilton: Freeman
Former New Zealand captain Gary Freeman believe the Kiwis can make history and win the inaugural Pacific Cup final against Australia on home soil.
Mitchell, Wighton case cop admits giving false evidence
A police officer has admitted giving false evidence to justify why he kicked NRL star Jack Wighton out of a Canberra nightclub.
Jillaroos’ win streak ended by Kiwis in Pacific clash
Australia's seven-year winning streak has been ended by New Zealand, who shocked the Jillaroos 12-6 in their Pacific Championships clash in Melbourne.
Kangaroos thump Kiwis ahead of Pacific decider
The Kangaroos will take confidence into the Pacific Nations Championship decider next week after scoring six tries en route to a 36-18 victory over New Zealand.
England seal series win over Tonga with Ashton double
Warrington's Matty Ashton has scored two tries as England sealed a Test series victory over Tonga with a 14-4 victory in Huddersfield.
Munster in doubt for Kiwi clash, with Hynes on standby
Kangaroos five-eighth Cameron Munster is still battling illness, with Test debutant Nicho Hynes on standby to start against NZ in the Pacific Championships
Melbourne Storm deny shopping Papenhuyzen around
NRL side Melbourne have denied ever engaging the services of a third party to find a potential new club for Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Sean Keppie released by Sea Eagles, joins Rabbitohs
Ex-Manly prop Sean Keppie has joined South Sydney on a long-term deal as the Rabbitohs plot to recover from their ninth-placed finish.
Holmes deserves to keep Kangaroos spot: Mal Meninga
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has defended his selection of Valentine Holmes, who will make his first appearance of the Pacific Championships against New Zealand.
Kiwi Ferns out to snap seven-year slump against Aussies
The Kiwi Ferns have not defeated the Jillaroos since 2016 and will look to turn the tide in the Pacific Championships.
Kangaroos can boost rugby league in USA: Mal Meninga
As the NRL attempts to break into the American market, coach Mal Meninga has thrown his support behind playing Test match football in the US.
Dogs sign Curran after immediate Warriors release
Canterbury have lured Josh Curran across the Tasman, with the Warriors second-rower a significant signing as the Bulldogs bid to improve their forward pack.
Dolphins get Farnworth, Averillo pre-season boost
Injuries that prevented Herbie Farnworth playing for England won't delay his pre-season start with the Dolphins, while Jake Averillo will hit training early.
‘Make them eat their words’: Papi’s point to prove
Ryan Papenhuyzen is prepared to fight to keep the Melbourne fullback jersey, insisting he has no desire to be moved on from the club.
Raiders land Manly’s Weekes to fill Wighton void
Canberra have signed Kaeo Weekes in their bid to find a long-term replacement for Jack Wighton, while Newcastle will retain Phoenix Crossland through 2026.
Forward Corey Waddell returns to Manly Sea Eagles
Canterbury forward Corey Waddell will return to Manly on a one-year deal in 2024.
Hynes won’t let Origin define him as Kangaroos utility
Nicho Hynes is ready to brush aside his 12-minute stint as NSW bench utility when he debuts off the interchange for Australia against New Zealand.
Foran named to start at No.9 as Kiwis target Australia
Kieran Foran's versatility will be on show for New Zealand against Australia after the veteran five-eighth was named at hooker for Saturday's Test.
RTS to build on Warriors’ revival under Webster
The Warriors welcome back former captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to pre-season training next month, as CEO Cameron George reveals the coach's role in his signing.
Webster re-signs as Warriors coach until 2028
Andrew Webster will become the Warriors' equal longest-serving head coach after agreeing a three-year extension following a stellar first year in charge.
Merritt back speaking, able to get out of bed
Nathan Merritt is speaking again and sitting up as the South Sydney club favourite continues to show signs of improvement from his life-threatening collapse
Woolf’s Tonga go down battling in England Test
Kristian Woolf's Tonga team have battled courageously in their historic Test match against England before going down 22-18 at St Helens.
Kiwis crush Samoa to book Pacific RL final with Aussies
Australia will meet New Zealand for Pacific Nations rugby league championship honours after the Kiwis crushed Samoa 50-0 to book their place in the final.