NRL insists competitiveness part of PNG criteria
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo has maintained that the league will consider whether a team in Papua New Guinea will be competitive on-field before expansion is approved.
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Wallabies star Gordon joins Titans as code war ramps up
The Gold Coast Titans have signed Wallabies and Melbourne Rebels five-eighth Carter Gordon on a two-year deal in another blow to Australian rugby.
Scrutiny will make Sharks’ Hynes stronger: coach
Nicho Hynes' position in the NSW State of Origin side has come under scrutiny but Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon can see an upside to the pressure.
Abdo warns clubs face sanctions if they approach Galvin
The NRL have warned they will punish any club who speaks to Lachlan Galvin while he is contracted to Wests Tigers, as the teen's close friend backs him to stay.
Storm ready for wild Warriors reception
Melbourne's Jahrome Hughes isn't expecting much love in Auckland, with the Warriors desperate to crack a nine-year losing streak in front of a sold-out stadium.
Pangai on ice for Dolphins with hamstring injury
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says new recruit Tevita Pangai Junior will have to wait a week before being considered for selection.
Hayne to reunite with family but may face another trial
Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne has been granted bail after sexual assault convictions were quashed on appeal, with prosecutors considering another trial.
Brisbane beast Willison back for impact against Souths
Brisbane's bench lacked thrust last week, but that is set to change with tyro Xavier Willison rushed back to play South Sydney.
Josh Aloiai should have gone to sin bin for trip: NRL
Josh Aloiai should not have remained on the field after he tripped Daine Laurie during Manly's defeat by Penrith, the NRL's head of football says.
Toothless Wests Tigers make plenty more changes
The woeful Wests Tigers have brought Api Koroisau into the halves and given Lachlan Galvin a spell as he contends with a hand injury.
Trindall wins back Sharks jersey, avoids further bans
Cronulla five-eighth Braydon Trindall has been confirmed as the Sharks' first-choice No.6 again, as the NRL opts against further bans over his driving offences.
Hynes remains upbeat despite NSW Origin disappointment
NSW have received positive news on Dylan Edwards, Liam Martin and Haumole Olakau'atu, while Nicho Hynes has returned to Cronulla training in good spirits.
Warriors happy to juggle star halves pairing for Storm
Coach Andrew Webster says the return of star halfback Shaun Johnson from injury and the emergence of Te Maire Martin gives the Warriors twin threats.
Sailor seeks Broncos redemption as Latrell looms
Brisbane fullback Tristan Sailor had a rare poor game last week and is determined to bounce back against South Sydney and their talisman Latrell Mitchell.
Warriors coach says no to New Zealand NRL expansion
Coach Andrew Webster feels another NRL team based in New Zealand would ruin things for the Warriors, who are the hottest ticket in town.
Souths’ Cam Murray returns with Origin clock ticking
With the days counting down to State of Origin II selection, Cam Murray has been named on the bench for Souths against Brisbane as he returns from a hip injury.
Roosters’ Brandon Smith dropped after ‘rookie mistake’
A poorly timed coffee with his girlfriend has cost Brandon Smith a spot in the Sydney Roosters' NRL team for round 15.
Dragons sign NRLW veteran Hancock at age 42
Steph Hancock has agreed to extend her NRLW career into another season, signing with St George Illawarra some 21 years after her Test debut for Australia.
‘Hurry up and sign’, Katoa tells Dolphins rake JMK
Dolphins hooker Jeremy Marshall-King is on the cusp of inking an extension that will keep his burgeoning combination with half Isaiya Katoa intact.
Wilson lifts Dogs to last-gasp win over Eels
Blake Wilson's late try has helped Canterbury defeat Parramatta 22-18 to move into the NRL's top eight.
Roosters hope Smith learns lessons after breach notice
Luke Keary says Brandon Smith deserved his breach notice for missing a Roosters team meeting, while Victor Radley says it may have turned Smith around.
Olam injury concern adds to Wests Tigers’ worries
Justin Olam's troublesome knee is the latest issue for Wests Tigers to tackle as they deal with a contract impasse with young gun playmaker Lachlan Galvin.
Ravalawa sent straight to judiciary for verbal abuse
St George Illawarra winger Mikaele Ravalawa has been sent straight to the NSWRL judiciary for abusing a touch judge in a reserve grade game.
Dolphins half Katoa backs new signing Pangai to fire
Tevita Pangai Jnr has missed day one of Dolphins training due to illness but his NRL return was still the hot topic and half Isaiya Katoa is tipping hot form.
Manly wait on Olakau’atu scans, Aloiai faces ban
Haumole Olakau'atu has undergone scans on his calf, while Manly teammates Josh Aloiai is facing the longest NRL ban for a trip in almost four years..
Sloan wants to be Dragons’ generational answer at No.1
St George Illawarra have cycled through 19 fullbacks since Darius Boyd's 2011 exit, but Tyrell Sloan has set his sights on being the solution to that problem.
Olakau’atu injury concern as Panthers down Manly
NSW forward Haumole Olakau'atu managed just 23 minutes in Manly's 32-22 NRL loss to Penrith, plunging his availability to play in Origin II into doubt.
Storm hold out Knights in high-scoring NRL encounter
Melbourne have piled on six tries, with five-eighth Tyran Wishart crossing twice, to hold out Newcastle 36-28 to again move to the top of the NRL table.
Lomax defends NSW’s Origin fight as Latrell calls grow
Zac Lomax has defended the 12-man Blues' fight in the opening game of the State of Origin series as Latrell Mitchell looms as a replacement for NSW.
Barrett targets Dogs win in hunt of full-time Eels job
Trent Barrett wants to coach Parramatta next season but he is reluctant to allow speculation derail the Eels' bid to climb up the NRL ladder.
Sharks centre Ramien makes case for NSW debut in Origin
NSW coach Michael Maguire has told Cronulla centre Jesse Ramien he is in contention for an Origin debut as the powerhouse Shark delivered against Brisbane.