NRL draw: 2025 season to start with grudge matches
St George Illawarra half Kyle Flanagan will be asked to return from his NRL biting ban against Stephen Crichton and Canterbury, as part 2025's opening round.
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May a target but Dragons won’t rush into bidding war
Terrell May is on St George Illawarra's radar but coach Shane Flanagan won't be jumping head first into a deal for the unwanted Sydney Roosters prop.
Fonua-Blake headlines six-man shortlist for golden boot
Tonga co-captain Addin Fonua-Blake is part of a six-man shortlist for the international game's prestigious Golden Boot award.
RCG relishes move from unwanted Eel to integral Titan
Gold Coast gun signing and former Test prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard has opened up on his shock exit from Parramatta and why he couldn't say no to the Titans.
How Gutherson’s Dragons move will impact fullback Sloan
Clint Gutherson can help unlock the prodigious talent of Tyrell Sloan despite Dragons coach Shane Flanagan anointing his new recruit his first-choice fullback.
Leniu wants annual Samoa-Tonga Test series
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu believes an annual three-Test series between Samoa and Tonga could become State of Origin like and sell out stadiums.
Woolf pack of new coaches lead Dolphins beyond Bennett
New Dolphins mentor Kristian Woolf is unfazed by the so-called "hoodoo" of following Wayne Bennett as he unveiled his coaching team.
Melbourne Storm keep key man out of rivals’ clutches
Melbourne have signed football mastermind Frank Ponissi until the end of the 2029 season, ensuring a smooth transition when NRL coach Craig Bellamy calls time.
Brisbane NRL star Mam charged after head-on collision
Brisbane NRL star Ezra Mam has been charged after being accused of failing a roadside drug test following a head-on collision.
Fired-up Gilbert stuns on return to Dolphins training
The Dolphins received a huge boost under new coach Kristian Woolf with gun forward Tom Gilbert returning to training in great shape on his way back from an ACL.
Tedesco set to be Roosters No.1 for years to come
James Tedesco believes the Sydney Roosters do not need to look elsewhere to sign a high-profile fullback, adamant he can be at his best in the jersey for years.
Cowboys sign Jaxson Paulo, 2025 roster spots still open
Former Manly outside back Jaxson Paulo has joined North Queensland on a two-year deal as the Cowboys continue to add depth to their outside back stocks.
Robinson calls for harsher penalties on kick-off fouls
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson believes sending off players for high shots following kick-offs would improve player safety, rather than big rule changes.
Jets NRL bid promises to add fans amidst AFL surge
The Jets NRL bid explain why, after 16 years, they have not given up hope of being granted an expansion licence.
Roosters in Hunt for a half, as Ben considers options
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says his club is in the market for an experienced half or hooker, while indicating Ben Hunt is an option.
X marks spot as Broncos keep Hetherington
Brisbane forward Kobe Hetherington's manager has explained why new coach Michael Maguire refused a release.
‘Tough to cop’: Roos’ Coates opens up over PNG backlash
Winger Xavier Coates says he was hurt by online abuse after prioritising Australian Test selection over a Papua New Guinea national call-up.
Leo Thompson wants NRL future sorted before round one
Coming into the final season of his Newcastle contract, Leo Thompson does not want to enter the NRL season uncertain as to his playing future.
Tonga-Samoa clash ‘could draw 50,000’ in right venue
Rugby league officials must decide where to play the 2025 Tonga v Samoa match, with Samoa coach Ben Gardiner believing it could attract more than 50,000 fans.
‘My dream jersey’: Togatuki content picking Jillaroos
Former Samoan representative Sarah Togatuki is hoping to play for Australia in Las Vegas after making it through her first series with the Jillaroos.
Tonga’s future is bright, but Woolf’s path is unclear
Set to take charge of the Dolphins next year, Kristian Woolf can't guarantee the move into an NRL head coaching gig won't end his involvement with Tonga.
Dearden leads Kangaroos to Pacific Cup win over Tonga
The Kangaroos are Pacific Cup champions after withstanding waves of attack from Tonga to claim a 20-14 win in the final.
Kangaroos withstand Tongan fightback to win Pacific Cup
Australia's Kangaroos have claimed the Pacific Cup with a 20-14 win over Tonga.
Jillaroos reassert dominance with Pacific Cup triumph
Australia have ensured there would be no repeat of last year's Pacific Cup defeat with a comfortable win over New Zealand at CommBank Stadium.
Soward making a mark as Samoa storm past PNG
Samoa have won the women's Pacific Championships promotion play-off with a 34-12 victory over Papua New Guinea.
Not done yet: Tonga eye off toppling Kangaroos
Addin Fonua-Blake has challenged his Tonga teammates to prove their win over the Kiwis was not a flash in the pan by beating Australia in the Pacific Cup final.
Why stakes are high for Kumuls in rare clash with Kiwis
Papua New Guinea are eager to show they can match it with rugby league's big boys when they face New Zealand in Sydney on Sunday.
Tonga get royal treatment in hunt for Pacific Cup crown
Kristian Woolf has revealed the country's future monarch will be one of thousands of Tongan fans hoping to upset the Kangaroos in the Pacific Cup final.
Brigginshaw to enter elite club in Pacific Cup final
Ali Brigginshaw will become only the fifth player to make 25 appearances for Australia when the Jillaroos face New Zealand in the Pacific Cup final.
Kangaroos props welcome Lindsay Smith for debut
Australia props Lindsay Collins and Mitch Barnett have backed coach Mal Meninga's decision to hand Lindsay Smith a Kangaroos debut in the Pacific Cup final.
Des Hasler settles legal stoush with Sea Eagles
Former Manly Sea Eagles coach Des Hasler has settled a legal dispute with the club after the two parted ways on rocky terms.