Kernick back as Brigginshaw warns of aggressive English
Olivia Kernick's high-profile exile from the Jillaroos side is over, with the Dally M Medallist recalled to the starting side by interim coach Jess Skinner.
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From Bradford to Townsville, Bateman feeling at home
Englishman John Bateman says he's quickly settled in life with the Cowboys in Townsville, with the north Queensland city reminding him of Yorkshire.
Sharks speedster has unfinished business with the USA
Cronulla winger Ronaldo Mulitalo has promised to play rugby league for the USA again, positioning him to become the country's greatest-ever player.
Hopoate wins Manly wing spot, set to extend deal
Lehi Hopoate will start the season on the wing for Manly, leaving Tommy Talau and Jason Saab fighting for one spot in the Sea Eagles' hotly-contested backline.
Panthers lose To’o, make surprise call at No.6
Jack Cole has been handed Jarome Luai's old No.6 jersey for their season opener in Las Vegas, while Chanel Harris-Tavita has won out as Warriors five-eighth.
Broncos centre set for 4-6 weeks rehab after injury
Brisbane's outside depth strength is about to get an early test with star centre Kotoni Staggs to miss the early NRL rounds with a quad injury.
Mental test has Mariner primed to snare Broncos spot
Deine Mariner wants to claim a vacant Broncos outside back spot in round one but is not resting on his laurels after being challenged by coach Michael Maguire.
The key Maguire mission that will make or break Broncos
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire must fix the club's recent woeful defensive record, as one of the key figures of their 2006 premiership explains what's required.
Star recruit Utoikamanu opens up about Storm move
Looking to challenge himself, Stefano Utoikamanu says he's getting comfortable with being uncomfortable after joining NRL heavyweights Melbourne.
Maximum security: Dolphins extend Plath with new deal
The Dolphins have re-signed versatile forward Max Plath until the end of 2028 which will keep him out of the early clutches of expansion franchises.
Dragons land Supercars right-hand man as new CEO
Tim Watsford will take over from Ryan Webb as St George Illawarra's new CEO, after announcing he will leave his post as Supercars chief operating officer.
‘Not smart’ for Sharks to offer me long deals: McInnes
A selfless Cameron McInnes says Cronulla would be taking a risk by offering him multi-year contracts going forward.
Player, coach and CEO: Bulldogs club great Hagan dies
Bob Hagan, the only man to serve as a chief executive, coach and player at NRL club Canterbury, has died at the age of 85.
Long-wanted stability gives Bulldogs an NRL head start
Canterbury will open the 2025 NRL season with less player turnover than at any time since 2017, giving the Dogs a significant advantage early in their campaign.
‘Hugely relieved’: Sam Burgess cleared for Las Vegas
NRL legend Sam Burgess has overcome visa dramas so will travel to Las Vegas and coach English club Warrington in rugby league's showpiece event.
NRL defends Trump’s Vegas invite after charity backlash
White Ribbon called the NRL "tone deaf" for inviting Donald Trump to its Las Vegas fixtures, but the league's chief executive disagrees with the charity.
‘Truly sorry’ Mam faces possible personal legal action
Contrite Brisbane star Ezra Mam has revealed why he waited two months to reach out to victims of his car accident and is ready for any legal action against him.
How Benny and the Jets forged new Broncos six-gun
Ben Hunt is ready to play five-eighth for Brisbane with the same freedom and off-the-cuff style that he displayed in 2017 for Ipswich in a career turning point.
Son of Black Caps quick to join Dolphins in 2026
Giant Newcastle prop Sebastian Su'a, son of a former New Zealand left-armer, will join the Dolphins next season on a two-year deal.
All teams to be offered Vegas trip before double-ups
The NRL will resist the temptation to bring back its more prominent clubs for second Las Vegas visits until every team has been offered a turn in Sin City.
‘Embarrassed’ Raiders apologise for Vegas dust-up
Canberra forwards Hudson Young and Morgan Smithies have fronted the press to apologise for brawling in the elevator of their Las Vegas hotel.
Sharks won’t be blinded by bright Las Vegas lights
Cronulla are the only NRL side that won't spend their entire US trip in Las Vegas, but the Sharks insist they won't be blinded by the lights on arrival.
Moses still battling foot injury ahead of round one
Parramatta's star halfback Mitch Moses has required several scans on the foot he injured last March, but the Eels are confident he will start the NRL season.
Under-pressure Naden hoping to miss just two months
Brent Naden suffered a sickening knee injury in the Wests Tigers' last NRL trial against Parramatta, but he hopes to be back on the field within two months.
Injured Storm star may miss Eels’ NRL season opener
Ryan Papenhuyzen has been ruled out of Melbourne's final NRL pre-season clash with the Cowboys, with the injured fullback no guarantee to play round one.
More pain for Souths as Dragons clinch Charity Shield
Sione Finau has scored four first-half tries to help St George Illawarra claim a thumping 46-26 Charity Shield win over South Sydney.
Broncos install familiar face in key off-field role
Brisbane have made a key appointment to oversee the club's push to be a title contender, with Troy Thomson the new NRL general manager of football operations.
Injuries to star Broncos can’t sour win over Bulldogs
Brisbane's forwards and new recruit Ben Hunt shone, while injuries to three of their key men were confirmed as minor in the 30-14 trial win over Canterbury.
Foran injury blow as hot Titans spine sinks Dolphins
Gold Coast veteran Kieran Foran has vowed to bounce back if scans reveal the worst on a biceps injury after Gold Coast fired in a 26-18 win over the Dolphins.
More woe for Rabbitohs as Dodd faces ban for high shot
Jamie Humphreys looks set to start the NRL season as South Sydney's halfback with import Lewis Dodd facing a 1-2 game suspension.
Hetherington closes in on Broncos extension after talks
Brisbane are preparing to table a new contract offer to tough forward Kobe Hetherington, whose pre-season at lock has won over new coach Michael Maguire.