Leilua stood down, to miss RL World Cup
Luciano Leilua has been stood down under the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy, and will miss the Rugby League World Cup with Samoa as a result.
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NRL star Munster re-signs with Storm
NRL superstar Cameron Munster has ended months of speculation by signing a new deal to remain with the Melbourne Storm until the end of 2027.
Penrith celebration not the Eels way: Lane
Parramatta players say they were not offended by Penrith's NRL premiership celebrations, but say they would have acted differently.
Kangaroos not fussed by Pacific nation League defectors: Cherry-Evans
Australia's players claim they remain in the best position to defend their World Cup crown despite a State of Origin-calibre 17 opting to play elsewhere.
Munster admits joining Bennett’s Dolphins would be a “nice challenge”
Cameron Munster planned to have his NRL future sorted before the Rugby League World Cup, but that now won't happen with the star five-eighth still undecided.
Women’s players unsure of pay for RLWC
Australia's women are yet to learn what they will be paid to play in the Rugby League World Cup, despite entering their final weeks of preparation for the tour.
Hunt re-signs with Dragons until 2025
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt has inked a two-year extension in a massive boost for the Dragons and their coach Anthony Griffin.
Wright to leave NRLW post at Broncos
Two-time NRLW premiership winner Kelvin Wright won't be back for a fifth season at Brisbane.
‘The Hammer’ inks two-year Dolphins deal
Former North Queensland speedster Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will join the Dolphins where he is expected to be the new NRL club's fullback.
NRL’s $4000 was fine too big: Matterson
Parramatta backrower Ryan Matterson claims $4000 was too big of a fine to pay for an NRL grand final crusher tackle, instead taking a three-game ban.
Mitchell laments no scouts at Koori comp
NRL scouts should have been "knocking on the gate" at the Koori Knockout, disappointed South Sydney fullback Latrell Mitchell says, but instead none showed up.
Eisenhuth confident of remaining a Panther
Off-contract Penrith forward Matt Eisenhuth missed out on selection in this year's grand final team but is confident he will remain at the Panthers in 2023.
NRLW star Boyle chooses work over Cup
Millie Boyle has pulled out of the Jillaroos' Rugby League World Cup squad, with the Newcastle NRLW star prioritising her new business.
Eels’ Matterson chooses ban over fine
Parramatta's Ryan Matterson has chosen to accept a three-match ban rather than face a fine for his crusher tackle on Dylan Edwards during the NRL grand final.
NRL probes Warriors’ Curran after incident
The NRL is investigating Warriors forward Josh Curran following an incident at a licensed venue on the NSW mid-North Coast last weekend.
Former Raider the NRL GF pitch invader
Former Canberra player Mark McLinden has been revealed as the man who invaded the pitch and removed a goal post pad at the NRL grand final.
Why new Kangaroo Taulagi turned down Samoa
Murray Taulagi agonised over whether to represent Australia or Samoa last week, with a phone call from Mal Meninga persuading him to play for the Kangaroos.
Tigers not raw over Koroisau’s GF joke
Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis has shrugged off a joke aimed at the struggling club by new recruit and Penrith premiership winner Api Koroisau.
Panthers to retain fortress in 2023: Ayres
Local MP Stuart Ayres says the plan is for NRL premiers Penrith to continue playing at BlueBet Stadium in 2023 as work towards a new ground nearby continues.
Tonegato misses Jillaroos RLWC call up
Star fullback Emma Tonegato has missed out on Jillaroos selection for the Rugby League World Cup in England amid high-class competition.
Salmon plans on staying at Panthers
Jaeman Salmon has credited Penrith for reviving his NRL career, with the bench utility claiming he will re-sign with the club after their grand final win.
Panthers label Leota an unheralded star
James Fisher-Harris has questioned why NRL rivals dare running near his Penrith front-row partner Moses Leota after the Kiwi's big shots in the premiership win.
Fifita in for Tonga, PNG name squad
Tonga and Papua New Guinea will have a host of NRL experience in their World Cup sides after naming 24-strong squads for the tournament in England.
Cowboys’ Leilua charged with DV offences
North Queensland NRL player Luciano Leilua has been arrested and charged with domestic violence offences in Sydney.
Diehards’ Olds bros to play in World Cup
Brothers with fabled Brisbane club Valley Diehards will play for Wales in the Rugby League World Cup.
Leniu feasts on more NRL title success
Penrith bench forward Spencer Leniu says discipline in search of high-performance helped his Panthers once again summit the NRL's mountain.
O’Sullivan taking Penrith lessons with him
Sean O'Sullivan didn't play in Sunday's grand final wins for Penrith but he plans to take what he's learned with him when he joins the Dolphins.
Samoa defections weaken Australia: England
The decision of high-profile NRL players to switch their allegiance from Australia to Samoa has been welcomed by England captain Sam Tomkins.
Eels seek 2001-style ambush to win NRL GF
Parramatta remain outsiders for the NRL grand final but could find inspiration from one of the darkest days of their 36-year title drought to beat Penrith.
Panthers’ Staines savours NRL GF shot
Charlie Staines is savouring his recall to the Penrith starting side for the NRL grand final against Parramatta ahead of an uncertain off-season.
The last ride for Parramatta’s Niukore
Parramatta forward Marata Niukore is one of four departing Eels hoping for a fairytale finish to their time at the club.