NRL inducts referees for first time in Hall of Fame
Bill Harrigan and Col Pearce have been honoured as the NRL's first referees to be inducted into the game's Hall of Fame.
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Premiership player Jake Granville to leave Cowboys
Veteran hooker Jake Granville will leave North Queensland at the end of the season after 207 games for the NRL club.
Ending finals drought would ‘mean everything’: Brooks
Manly five-eighth Luke Brooks has famously never played in the NRL finals, but in a matter of weeks his 12-year drought is likely to come to an end.
Eels’ Asi fighting for future as Cleary showdown looms
Four years after Daejarn Asi debuted as a rising star against Penrith, the Parramatta half is preparing to fight for an NRL contract against the Panthers.
Broncos put on notice after poor training habits
Brisbane's dire form on matchday has been replicated at training and the issue of personal responsibility reached flashpoint this week.
James Graham gives Sailor urge to fire at St Helens
Utility Tristan Sailor will aim to secure a regular starting position at St Helens when he leaves the Brisbane Broncos at the end of the season.
Finals teaser the medicine Dragons need at Kogarah
St George Illawarra players believe their sold-out clash with Canterbury will offer their inexperienced youngsters the perfect early taste of finals football.
Cowboys identify key to Broncos win as top four beckons
North Queensland fell into an old habit last week in a high scoring win and must improve their defence against Brisbane as they push towards the top four.
Olympic gold star Waaka ‘nervous’ before Broncos debut
Paris Olympics gold medal winner Stacey Waaka will play her first game of rugby league ever when she debuts for Brisbane in the NRLW on Sunday.
Broncos say Walsh spray of Oates about passion not ego
Brisbane players have explained Reece Walsh's public outburst against winger Corey Oates in the loss to Gold Coast as scrutiny on the club intensifies.
Souths hold no hope as NRL’s desperation month looms
South Sydney's clash against Melbourne is poised to begin a weekend of NRL where three teams could have their faint finals hopes completely extinguished.
Sexton’s confidence shows new edge to NRL’s Dogs of War
Canterbury's defence has put them on the verge of a NRL finals return, but it is an improvement in attack that will give the Bulldogs a chance to strike.
Injured Haas, Mam visit specialist as Broncos sweat
Brisbane have made significant changes to their side to play North Queensland with Ezra Mam and Payne Haas having potential season-ending injuries assessed.
Kaufusi’s simple solution for floundering Dolphins
The Dolphins have let their grip on a maiden finals berth slip but forward Felise Kaufusi insists a win against the Warriors can set them up for a late charge.
Sharks lose hamstrung half Trindall for Titans clash
Cronulla halfback Braydon Trindall has been sidelined by a hamstring injury, but the Sharks hope he will only miss one NRL match.
Bennett, Gibson make NRL Hall of Fame coaching history
Wayne Bennett and his early idol Jack Gibson have been inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame, becoming the first coaches to have the honour bestowed upon them.
Penisini to decide future after looming Eels changes
Parramatta centre Will Penisini will wait until after he sees the impact of new coach Jason Ryles at the NRL club before deciding if he will stay long term.
Bulldogs duo in race for rare Dally M double
Canterbury utility Kurt Mann has backed Cameron Ciraldo and Stephen Crichton to take out the NRL's Dally M medals for coach and captain of the year.
‘Wouldn’t wish it on anyone’: Croker’s scary injury
Lachlan Croker has been absent from Manly's team sheet for months, and now the hooker has opened up on his long road to recovery from a scary concussion.
‘Confident’ Talagi impresses future teammate Cleary
Nathan Cleary has been watching Blaize Talagi's debut season with keen interest as Penrith prepare to announce their acquisition of the 19-year-old star.
Bulldogs slam fans over targeting of Raiders’ drummer
Canterbury will apologise to Canberra fan Simon Tayoun after was he was tackled to the ground by a group of Dogs supporters after Sunday's win over the Raiders.
Surprise packet Gagai seeks Souths extension
Jacob Gagai wants to cap a breakout year - at the age of 28 - by netting an NRL contract extension with South Sydney.
Top-eight race narrows as contenders hinge on miracles
Several NRL clubs now face a month-long run of must-win football to make the finals, as the NRL's race for the top eight risks becoming a 10-team event.
Strange set to come straight back in for Raiders
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says teenage five-eighth Ethan Strange was simply rested against Canterbury but will return against Manly.
Broncos stay winless, Sharks squeak home in NRLW
The Sydney Roosters have flexed their muscle to beat Brisbane 28-12 in the NRLW, while Cronulla and North Queensland also recorded round-two wins.
Bulldogs emerge from NRL time warp on verge of finals
Canterbury have turned back the clock with a 22-18 win over Canberra at a packed Belmore Oval, leaving the Bulldogs on the verge of returning to the NRL finals.
Cleary comes up clutch as Panthers hold off Knights
Star halfback Nathan Cleary has scored a masterly solo try that allowed Penrith to hold off a plucky Newcastle at BlueBet Stadium.
Brailey ready to play No.7 as Sharks sweat on Trindall
Blayke Brailey has emerged as a surprise option to wear the No.7 jersey for Cronulla, as the Sharks sweat on the fitness of Braydon Trindall.
Dragons stun Storm to break 25-year Melbourne curse
Ben Hunt has led St George Illawarra to a famous win, helping the Dragons overpower the Storm's star-studded spine for their first win in Melbourne since 1999.
Trindall hurt as Sharks claim pressure-relieving win
Cronulla have taken a step towards finishing in the NRL's top four with 20-6 win over South Sydney, but halfback Braydon Trindall failed to finish the game.
In-form Titans belt injury-hit Broncos in NRL
Gold Coast have thrashed an injury-hit Brisbane, running in seven second-half tries to secure a 46-18 NRL win.