Cheika’s Lebanon down Ireland at RLWC
Michael Cheika-coached Lebanon have claimed a 32-14 win over Ireland to bolster their hopes of meeting Australia in the Rugby League World Cup knockout stages.
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Josh Curran charged over alleged assault
Warriors forward Josh Curran has been charged over an alleged assault on a teenager on the night of the NRL grand final.
Panthers swap Staines for Tigers’ Peachey
Penrith winger Charlie Staines has signed with Wests Tigers as part of a swap deal that sees the Panthers welcome Tyrone Peachey back to the club.
Life of Brian gives Farnworth WC boost
England and Broncos centre Herbie Farnworth reunites with his uncle Brian Foley to do same training drills with six poles on a village green he did as a child.
Storm’s Coates to miss PNG’s RLWC campaign
Melbourne's Papua New Guinean flyer Xavier Coates won't play in the Rugby League World Cup due to a hamstring injury.
Cleary shines as Kangaroos thump Scots
Australia are through to the Rugby League World Cup knockout stages after a 84-0 win over Scotland in Coventry.
Post-mortem finds NRL coach Green had CTE
Paul Green's widow says the premiership-winning NRL coach had been living with undiagnosed CTE - a brain condition - prior to his death by suicide in August.
Carrigan hails support after Hampson death
Patrick Carrigan has thanked Mal Meninga and his Australian teammates for comforting him following the loss of his friend Liam Hampson.
Zampa feels Aussies erred on T20 spin call
Australia's decision not to bowl Glenn Maxwell or any spinner in the powerplay in their T20 World Cup loss may have been an error, reckons leggie Adam Zampa.
Munster revels in Cleary combination
Cameron Munster has enjoyed playing with Nathan Cleary for the first time as the Kangaroos duo gave head coach Mal Meninga food for thought against Scotland.
Dad drives Jillaroo Kelly’s WC quest
Jillaroos centre Isabelle Kelly says her father Ken has been a rock in hard times and the inspiration behind her desire to keep improving and winning.
Sullivan withdraws request to exit Dragons
St George Illawarra's long-term halfback Jayden Sullivan has withdrawn a request to leave the NRL club, leaving him committed until the end of 2025.
Dragons distance club from Finch support
St George Illawarra chairman Craig Young has conceded he should not have provided a letter of support for Brett Finch on an official Dragons letterhead.
‘Manly seven’ duo thank Hasler for backing
Tolatau Koula and Haumole Olakau'atu have thanked axed Manly coach Des Hasler for his support during the pride jersey furore.
Roos’ Carrigan to honour late mate Hampson
Patrick Carrigan is expected to play for Australia against Scotland despite the tragic loss of his friend Liam Hampson in Spain.
Ex-NRL player Norman joins French side
Corey Norman has signed with French rugby league side FC Lezignan only months after creating headlines for receiving an eight-game ban in the Super League.
RLPA rejects proposed NRL transfer window
RLPA CEO Clint Newton says a transfer window proposed by the NRL is inadequate as the league ponders how to streamline its player market.
Unbreakable Bremner the heart of Jillaroos
Jillaroos co-captain Sam Bremner is determined to make up for the heartache she suffered after breaking her leg just days before 2017's Rugby League World Cup.
New Roo Graham savours Scots clash
Australia's Campbell Graham is excited about making his international debut against his father's homeland in the city of his mother's birth.
Ex-NRL player jailed for cocaine supply
Former Brisbane Broncos forward Jamil Hopoate has been jailed again, this time over attempted drug running to cover his gambling addiction.
Qld RL player Hampson found dead in Spain
Redcliffe Queensland Cup player Liam Hampson has been found dead in Barcelona while on holiday with a group of friends from the NRL.
New Roo Cleary revels in Munster’s magic
Nathan Cleary has never played with Cameron Munster but is relishing the chance to combine with the dazzling Melbourne five-eighth on his Kangaroos debut.
Maguire lands coaching role at Raiders
Premiership-winning NRL coach Michael Maguire will join Canberra as a full-time senior consultant ahead of the 2023 season.
Collins takes pride in Kangaroos legacy
Lindsay Collins will follow in the footsteps of his grandfather Lionel Williamson when he makes his Australia debut against Scotland.
NRL’s Dragons release George Burgess
St George Illawarra have released George Burgess after a tumultuous first season back in Australia in which he faced police charges and entered rehab.
New Manly boss will find united group: DCE
Daly Cherry-Evans says Manly's next coach will take charge of a team which is united rather than divided.
Rejuvenated Tonga brace for RLWC pressure
Tonga coach Kristian Woolf knows his side won't be underestimated as they aim to go one better at the Rugby League World Cup.
Manly duo take refuge in Kangaroos set-up
Mal Meninga says Manly's Daly Cherry-Evans and Jake Trbojevic must focus on Australia's World Cup opener after a turbulent week for the Sea Eagles.
Why Keary answered Ireland’s RLWC call
Luke Keary could have stayed in Australia this off-season but has instead opted to lead a strong Ireland side aiming to go deep into the Rugby League World Cup.
Halfback poser lingers as rusty ‘Roos win
Australia began their Rugby League World Cup title defence with a 42-8 win over Fiji in Leeds, with unused players set to get their chance against Scotland.
Greeks get RLWC reward for persistence
Greece have faced a long and arduous journey to their first-ever Rugby League World Cup, which kicks-off with a challenging match against 2025 hosts France.