Son of a gun Max Plath makes early Dolphins statement
Utility Max Plath returned the fittest of the Dolphins on the first day of pre-season and the son of Brisbane great John Plath is set to make his own mark.
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Campbell tells Hasler he wants Titans No.1 jersey
Gold Coast utility Jayden Campbell is yet to find out when he can start running after knee surgery but says he wants to be the club's regular fullback in 2024.
PNG Kumuls blitz Fiji to win Pacific Bowl final
Papua New Guinea ambushed Fiji in Port Moresby to win the Pacific Bowl final 32-12 after racing to a 26-0 lead at halftime.
Broken rib no barrier to NZ hero Charnze in Cup upset
New Zealand coach Michael Maguire says the bravery of fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad to play through injury inspired a record-breaking Pacific Cup final win.
Kiwis flog Australia in record Pacific Cup final win
New Zealand handed Australia their worst ever Test loss in a 30-0 Pacific Cup final win in Hamilton, with winger Jamayne Isaako scoring a double.
Fermor back from ACL, welcomes Hasler ‘shock to system’
As he targets a return from an ACL tear, Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor says the tough love he expects from new coach Des Hasler is just what the Titans need.
Meninga backs Maguire to juggle NSW, Kiwi coaching jobs
State of Origin's most successful coach, Mal Meninga, has said it would be possible for Michael Maguire to juggle the top jobs with New Zealand and NSW.
Maguire wants more Tests for rugby league’s Pacific Cup
Michael Maguire has called for more games in the Pacific Cup, the Kiwis coach pushing for international rugby league to be be given greater prominence.
Hasler the winner and entertainer unveiled at Titans
Gold Coast's new coach Des Hasler is as driven as ever to make the most of a window of opportunity and take the Titans to the top of the NRL.
Want-away prop Fonua-Blake to stay at Warriors for now
Addin Fonua-Blake has agreed to stay at the Warriors for 2024 as he continues to assess his circumstances, one day after requesting a release from the NRL club.
Disappointed Alamoti wants Crichton’s old Penrith spot
Paul Alamoti has expressed disappointment of leaving his junior NRL club Canterbury, but he now wants Stephen Crichton's old spot as starting centre at Penrith.
Bennett gives Kiwis a boost with Isaako revival
Former New Zealand captain Gary Freeman says the stunning form of Kiwis winger Jamayne Isaako ahead of the Pacific Cup final is thanks largely to Wayne Bennett.
Ex-Panthers’ tales make for Penrith’s best sale to Luai
Penrith need only point Jarome Luai in the direction of returning players Daine Laurie and Tyrone Peachey to make their best sales pitch to the No.6.
Dragons lead race as Fonua-Blake nears Warriors exit
St George Illawarra have emerged as a landing spot for Warriors prop Addin Fonua-Blake after he expressed a desire to leave the club.
Knights NRLW coach Griffiths quits for NSW Cup team
After two premiership wins, Ron Griffiths has transitioned from his role as Newcastle's NRLW coach into the hot seat with the NSW Cup side.
Ivan Cleary warns of risk on big-money Luai offers
Penrith are confident of keeping Jarome Luai with coach Ivan Cleary stating any NRL club that offers him big money to be their main man is taking a big risk.
Warriors retain Watene-Zelezniak after career-best year
The Warriors have re-signed Dallin Watene-Zelezniak on the first day of the NRL player market, while Canberra snapped up England forward Morgan Smithies.
Charges against NRL stars Latrell, Wighton thrown out
NRL stars Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have beaten charges of fighting outside a Canberra nightclub and are now considering suing the police.
Cop who cuffed ‘crying’ Latrell Mitchell back in court
Star rugby league duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are due for a third day in court over an incident outside a Canberra nightclub.
Holmes retains wing spot for Kangaroos in Cup final
Australia coach Mal Meninga has stuck with Valentine Holmes on the wing in preference to Selwyn Cobbo for the Pacific Cup final against New Zealand.
NRL’s Souths retain Arrow, Croker staying at Manly
South Sydney have moved to re-sign Jai Arrow and Manly have retained Lachlan Croker only one day before the player market opens on November 1.
Roosters’ tough contract calls with November arriving
Jarome Luai's contract status is the talk of the NRL off-season, but the Sydney Roosters are poised for the biggest headache to keep all their superstars.
Mitchell, Wighton case cop admits giving false evidence
A police officer has admitted giving false evidence to justify why he kicked NRL star Jack Wighton out of a Canberra nightclub.
Kiwis can upset Kangaroos in Hamilton: Freeman
Former New Zealand captain Gary Freeman believe the Kiwis can make history and win the inaugural Pacific Cup final against Australia on home soil.
NRL stars’ arrest a parody of proper policing: lawyer
NRL duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are fighting charges in a three-day court hearing, with alleged heavy-handed policing the theme of their defence.
England seal series win over Tonga with Ashton double
Warrington's Matty Ashton has scored two tries as England sealed a Test series victory over Tonga with a 14-4 victory in Huddersfield.
Kangaroos thump Kiwis ahead of Pacific decider
The Kangaroos will take confidence into the Pacific Nations Championship decider next week after scoring six tries en route to a 36-18 victory over New Zealand.
Jillaroos’ win streak ended by Kiwis in Pacific clash
Australia's seven-year winning streak has been ended by New Zealand, who shocked the Jillaroos 12-6 in their Pacific Championships clash in Melbourne.
Kangaroos can boost rugby league in USA: Mal Meninga
As the NRL attempts to break into the American market, coach Mal Meninga has thrown his support behind playing Test match football in the US.
Kiwi Ferns out to snap seven-year slump against Aussies
The Kiwi Ferns have not defeated the Jillaroos since 2016 and will look to turn the tide in the Pacific Championships.
Holmes deserves to keep Kangaroos spot: Mal Meninga
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has defended his selection of Valentine Holmes, who will make his first appearance of the Pacific Championships against New Zealand.