Prison, pride and Parra: Widders’ community-action call
A visit to the NT's notorious Don Dale Youth Detention Centre has prompted a call to action from Parramatta coach and former NRL star Dean Widders.
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Matt Burton ready to take full control as Bulldogs No.7
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has seen Matt Burton develop since his teenage years at Penrith and believes he's now ready to take control as Canterbury No.7.
Not just Walker who needs to lift at Roosters: Tedesco
Sam Walker has paid the price for the Sydney Roosters' back-to-back losses, but James Tedesco says the rest of the side can consider themselves on notice.
Slater wants Ponga to ‘enjoy himself’ as Origin looms
Queensland coach Billy Slater says it's too early to predict who'll play No.1 in the Origin series opener as he welcomes the return of Newcastle's Kalyn Ponga.
Dragon urges board to make call on Griffin quickly
St George Illawarra prop Josh Kerr has urged the club's board to make a decision on off-contract Anthony Griffin, unhappy with the media spotlight on the coach.
The pitch that made Hopgood choose Eels over Cowboys
A face-to-face chat with Parramatta coach Brad Arthur left middle forward J'Maine Hopgood certain the Eels were the NRL club for him.
Warriors out to end long losing streak against Storm
The Warriors haven't beaten the Storm in their last 13 NRL clashes but coach Andrew Webster says they are a different side heading into their Anzac Day clash.
Laurie determined to win back Tigers No.1 jersey
Daine Laurie has made it clear he wants the Wests Tigers' No.1 jersey back, after slipping to third in line for the fullback role behind rookie Jahream Bula.
Tuivasa-Sheck makes shock switch back to NRL, Warriors
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has made the shock call to leave rugby union and return to the NRL, signing a three-year deal with the Warriors for 2024 and beyond.
Bronco Capewell’s try magic has rabbit hunting roots
Brisbane forward Kurt Capewell is a master at chasing Adam Reynolds grubbers, as he was at Ipswich with another clever half after a childhood chasing rabbits.
Mitchell heroics help Souths flip the script on Penrith
Latrell Mitchell has scored two tries and played a role in two others to help South Sydney come from behind and beat Penrith 20-18.
Victorious Souths say Panthers’ ‘voodoo’ is history
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray says his team now have the belief they've got the game to beat Penrith, after finally getting a win over Ivan Cleary's men.
Lomax in search of a high off lower kicking tee
Zac Lomax's goal-kicking has dipped significantly this season on a lower tee, but the St George Illawarra centre is adamant it will pay off in the long run.
Cowboy Drinkwater demands ‘desperation’ against Knights
North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater says greater "desperation" is the order of the day as the Cowboys' finals hopes hang in the balance.
Ponga can protect himself fine at five-eighth: Hastings
Jackson Hastings has rejected any suggestion Kalyn Ponga needs to be protected by moving him from defending at five-eighth to fullback on his NRL return.
RCG ready for Origin ahead of Haas showdown: Arthur
Parramatta prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard will come face-to-face with Brisbane's in-form Payne Haas as the Eels man pursues a NSW State of Origin recall.
Dolphins hammer out five-year deal for Tabuai-Fidow
Fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has signed with the Dolphins until the end of 2027.
Pangai sees Wayne Bennett in Bulldogs’ coach Ciraldo
Canterbury's Tevita Pangai sees shades of Wayne Bennett in Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo, whom he backs to lead the club up the ladder after a tough start.
Niall Williams, Sonny Bill’s sister, joins NRLW Titans
Niall Williams, the sister of cross-code superstar Sonny Bill, is poised to make her NRLW debut with Gold Coast this season.
Broncos working on Haas deal, Walters shrugs rugby off
Brisbane will use the coming weeks to finalise a contract offer for superstar prop Payne Haas, who has been linked with a move to rugby union from 2025.
Dolphins future sorted, Hammer targets Maroons recall
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says mutual trust with coach Wayne Bennett is behind his stellar NRL season start as he welcomes a contract extension.
Embarrassment helps Sharks rediscover NRL steel
Braden Hamlin-Uele wants to keep carrying Cronulla forward after bouncing back from one of the worst losses of his career.
Storm on guard for Johnson-led Warriors in Anzac clash
Cameron Munster says Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson is playing with confidence, making him extra dangerous as Melbourne prepare to host the Anzac Day clash.
He makes me better: Cleary’s Origin six case for Luai
Nathan Cleary has indicated he hopes Jarome Luai keeps his NSW No.6 jersey, arguing his Penrith teammate makes him a better player.
Broncos can go all the way: Capewell’s bold prediction
Brisbane welcome back winger Corey Oates from a broken jaw and Tom Flegler from concussion when they take on Parramatta in the NRL match in Darwin on Friday.
Walker axed, Crichton returns in Roosters shake-up
Halfback Sam Walker has been demoted to reserve grade as the Sydney Roosters seek to get their NRL season back on track.
Ponga back for Knights, Tigers overhaul backline
Kalyn Ponga has been named to make his comeback at No.6 for Newcastle, while Wests Tigers will blood a debutant fullback amid an overhaul of their NRL team.
Ryles, Hornby touted as Dragons mull NRL coach options
St George Illawarra directors have opted against making a final decision on coach Anthony Griffin, as potential replacements get the backing of rival players.
Tallis ‘rag doll’ Origin moment drives young Titan Haas
Young Titans forward Klese Haas aspires to have a big moment in a big game ahead of the clash with the Dolphins to replicate a Gorden Tallis Origin incident.
Penrith is my home: NRL star Jarome Luai
Five-eighth Jarome Luai is keen to remain with the Panthers beyond the end of his current contract, declaring he feels at home with Penrith.
Cleary kicks against NRL golden-point change
Data has shown any change to the NRL's points system for extra-time matches would be close to meaningless, with Nathan Cleary warning against any shift.