Deputy premier slams critics for ‘politicising’ tragedy
The Palaszczuk government has touted a young offenders program while accusing its critics of politicising a tragedy as it defends its approach to youth crime.
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I’m all good with Fainus: Tigers five-eighth Wakeham
Brandon Wakeham has stated there are no issues between he and the Fainu family, after his on-field clash with Manly rookie Samuela prompted a tunnel argument.
Slater: Premature to make Ponga Origin call just yet
Queensland coach Billy Slater says plenty can happen before selectors must decide whether Kalyn Ponga holds onto the State of Origin fullback position.
NRL not trying to silence Phil Gould: CEO Andrew Abdo
The NRL has warned Canterbury that Phil Gould mustn't comment on matters under review in his role as a pundit, but denies trying to silence the footy boss.
Call on Las Vegas NRL pre-season games is imminent
CEO Andrew Abdo says the NRL will make a definitive call within weeks on whether to take two games to Las Vegas next season.
Walters’ tough love behind Broncos’ rise: Cartwright
Brisbane assistant coach John Cartwright, formerly head coach at Gold Coast, says the NRL club's resurgence is due to Kevin Walters staying true to his vision.
Bennett’s ’12 commandments’ key to 900 games at top
A 34-year-old document titled The Broncos Creed, recently unearthed by Brisbane great Steve Renouf, provided the basis for Wayne Bennett's ongoing NRL success.
Kris keeps Savage at bay in Raiders’ fullback battle
Canberra and Canterbury will clash in NRL's Magic Round, with makeshift fullback Sebastian Kris maintaining that job despite young gun Xavier Savage's return.
Cartwright coaches Broncos as flu strikes Walters
Brisbane assistant coach John Cartwright led training on Thursday and says the team will cope against Manly if coach Kevin Walters has to stay home with flu.
Don’t write off ‘not normal’ Trbojevic: coach Seibold
Jake Trbojevic's calf injury is forecast to rule him out of the State of Origin opener but his Manly coach says the Blues forward could recover in time to play.
Seibold details Manly’s Schuster Origin project
Under-fire Manly playmaker Josh Schuster has the backing of coach Anthony Seibold, who has pencilled him in for a key State of Origin role.
Cowboys blood imposing Finefeuiaki for Roosters clash
Teenage second-rower Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has been named for North Queensland in their Magic Round clash with Sydney Roosters on Sunday.
Storm set for Souths’ Mitchell to be at his best
Cameron Munster says Latrell Mitchell loves the big stage and expects Melbourne to have their hands full containing the Rabbitohs star in Magic Round.
Door open for Flanagan to play NRL as Dogs utility
Kyle Flanagan has been dropped from Canterbury's NRL side, but coach Cameron Ciraldo sees the potential for the halfback to return as a utility player.
No bitterness in Seibold’s Brisbane NRL return
Anthony Seibold insists he's grown personally and professionally since his messy Brisbane exit, so there's no bitterness in his first return as an NRL coach.
NRL fines Souths $15k for bench, team-sheet breaches
The NRL has fined South Sydney $15,000 for playing with 14 players and fielding a different side from that which was listed on their final team sheet.
Nicho Hynes not guaranteed an Origin spot yet: Fittler
Nicho Hynes is playing even better than when he won the Dally M Medal but will have to keep his form up in order to weigh into State of Origin calculations.
Greig’s eight-week audition for new Eels contract
Parramatta prop Wiremu Greig is aware his stint filling in for Reagan Campbell-Gillard could determine his future at the Eels.
Dolphins have 900 reasons to fire against Sharks
Wayne Bennett will coach his 900th premiership match on Saturday and Dolphins prop Herman Ese'ese has explained why he is determined to make it memorable.
Hodgson happy sharing Eels duties, targets improvement
Parramatta veteran Josh Hodgson says there's no shame sharing hooker duties but concedes he must lift his game following a slow start at the NRL club.
Melbourne can’t maintain two NRL teams: Storm boss
Storm boss Justin Rodski says the fan and player base in Melbourne isn't big enough for two NRL teams and his club wouldn't support introducing another side.
Chaos of Seibold years in past for Broncos: Lockyer
Manly mentor Anthony Seibold will coach against Brisbane for the first time since an unhappy exit as coach in 2020, but is highly regarded by prop Pat Carrigan.
Bulldogs teenager Oloapu the real deal: Burton
Training sessions playing against Karl Oloapu have convinced Matt Burton the 18-year-old has what it takes to become a long-term NRL playmaker at the Bulldogs.
Fan who abused Souths’ Latrell Mitchell faces NRL ban
The NRL has banned the spectator who targeted Latrell Mitchell with racial abuse from attending future games until steps are taken to fix his behaviour.
Titans’ Foran cleared, Brimson out for a least a month
Gold Coast have received good news on the fitness of veteran Kieran Foran but things aren't so rosy for fellow playmaker AJ Brimson.
Ex-NRL star Brett Stewart makes cocaine confession
Retired NRL star Brett Stewart has walked out of court with a promise to behave after police watched him buy a bag of cocaine.
Bulldogs veteran Reynolds apologises for NRL ref spray
Canterbury veteran Josh Reynolds has apologised for swearing at referee Grant Atkins just before half-time in the Bulldogs' victory over St George Illawarra.
Storm play waiting game on Craig Bellamy coaching call
Storm chief executive Justin Rodski says the NRL club is still waiting on a decision from master coach Craig Bellamy about whether this season will be his last.
Taupau eyes new Broncos deal as old club Manly await
Martin Taupau hopes his inside knowledge of former club Manly can come in handy for the Broncos as he targets a new contract with the NRL's ladder-leaders.
NRL on right track with policing hip drop: Wade Graham
Cronulla forward Wade Graham says players and fans must be prepared for teething problems as the NRL works to rid the game of the dreaded hip-drop tackle.
Dragons drop Zac Lomax after four straight losses
St George Illawarra centre Zac Lomax has been moved to reserve grade as under-pressure coach Anthony Griffin looks to address the Dragons' winless run.