Star Raider Tapine out of Canberra’s clash with Broncos
Canberra will be seriously short-handed when they battle Brisbane on Saturday night, with star prop Joe Tapine set to miss the match.
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Premierships the priority: Walters on Broncos mission
Newly re-signed Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has called for his side to develop their ruthless edge as he looks to open the Broncos' "premiership window".
No timeline for Luke Brooks sorting his NRL future
Luke Brooks' lucrative Wests Tigers NRL contract expires at the end of the season but the beleaguered half is in no rush to sort out his future.
Titans’ halfback Tanah Boyd targets Red V redemption
Gold Coast No.7 Tanah Boyd had an unhappy night against St George Illawarra a month ago but he's putting that down as an aberration that won't be repeated.
Broncos prop Haas next re-signing priority: Walters
Brisbane's movers and shakers say re-signing Payne Haas beyond 2024 is vital for the club with the Dolphins and other NRL suitors ready to pounce.
Mitchell steals show, Souths thump depleted Dogs in NRL
Milestone man Latrell Mitchell was the star attraction in his 150th NRL game as South Sydney thumped Canterbury 50-16 in a lopsided clash.
Addo-Carr’s Origin hopes hit by fresh Dogs blow
Josh Addo-Carr is set for scans on an ankle injury which could deny him a return to the NSW State of Origin side.
Tabuai-Fidow returns to haunt Cowboys in Dolphins win
The Dolphins have scored a hard-fought win over North Queensland behind the speed and brilliance of former Cowboy Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
Gilbert backs Cowboys turnaround amid slow NRL start
He aided in consigning North Queensland to their fourth loss of the season but Tom Gilbert believes his former club can turn around their slow start.
Roosters’ Smith not ruffled by meeting Storm
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has had a brief chat with hooker Brandon Smith about facing his old club Melbourne and expects him to perform.
‘Wham Bam’ Mam carving Broncos partnership with Walsh
Brisbane five-eighth Ezra Mam has benefited from the tutelage of Adam Reynolds and is now flourishing alongside playmaking fullback Reece Walsh at the Broncos.
Cherry-Evans says players may allow NRL trade changes
Players' union president Daly Cherry-Evans has given the strongest indication yet his association could allow the NRL to change contract windows.
DCE insists Manly have enough variety at the death
Daly Cherry-Evans is the only Manly player to kick a field goal in nine years, but insists he has enough support to close out tight NRL games.
Reynolds key to Broncos premiership chances: Lockyer
Broncos great Darren Lockyer has compared halfback Adam Reynolds to Allan Langer and says the current captain is vital to the club's seventh title charge.
Bateman open to Wighton reunion at Wests Tigers
Wests Tigers forward John Bateman says Canberra five-eighth Jack Wighton would make a welcome addition to the NRL club's lineup.
Waerea-Hargreaves career call left for mid-season
A decision on Jared Waerea-Hargreaves' future at the Sydney Roosters won't be made until mid-season, as the focus shifts to beating Melbourne Storm.
Jury finds Jarryd Hayne guilty on rape charges
The jury in Jarryd Hayne's third rape trial has returned guilty verdicts a week after retiring to deliberate in the NSW District Court.
Actions, not words, required from under-fire Raiders
Struggling Canberra are already looking to save their NRL season, needing a lift across the park to match the undefeated Broncos in Brisbane on Saturday night.
Walsh ready for Maroons debut: Lockyer
Queensland selector Darren Lockyer says Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh would not be daunted by the Origin cauldron and highlighted a key area where he had improved.
Brasher backs Tigers’ call to return Doueihi to No.6
Tim Brasher has told Wests Tigers players to get behind Tim Sheens and trust the coach, backing the call to revert Adam Doueihi to No.6 from fullback.
Manu named at fullback for Roosters’ clash with Storm
Joey Manu will replace James Tedesco as the Roosters' fullback this weekend, while Parramatta, Manly and North Queensland have welcomed back key players.
Sexton says he’s ready to step up as Titans lose Foran
Recalled Gold Coast playmaker Toby Sexton says he is in the best head space after his former schoolboy coach Brad Davis helped revive his NRL career.
NRL likely to weigh up Hayne’s awards after conviction
Jarryd Hayne could lose his Dally M Medals and other awards with the NRL expected to weigh up his accolades in the game after a rape conviction.
Home truth is Cowboys did a lot for me: Dolphin Gilbert
Dolphins lock Tom Gilbert will rip and tear into his former Cowboys teammate Reuben Cotter on Friday night with respect and a debt of gratitude in his heart.
Wests Tigers apologise, re-design Anzac jersey
Wests Tigers have chosen to re-design their Anzac Day jersey which used a stock image of American soldiers rather than Australian servicemen.
World’s best Manu right fullback for Roosters
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says Joey Manu is one of the best players in any position, making him first choice to replace James Tedesco at fullback.
Sharks’ Rudolf set for three-month injury absence
Cronulla prop Toby Rudolf is set to miss the next three months of the NRL season after having surgery on his toe.
Captain Harris cautious of NRL return against Newcastle
Warriors skipper Tohu Harris has yet to make a decision on whether he'll return from a knee injury this weekend against the Knights in Newcastle.
De Belin understands NRL stand-down amid Amone concern
Jack de Belin says he understands the need for the NRL's no-fault stand-down rule, despite fearing teammate Talatau Amone would also be sidelined long term.
Ipswich is our heartland: Jones talks up NRL expansion
ARL commissioner Kate Jones says the NRL is determined to expand to 20 teams as Brisbane Firehawks and Brisbane Jets powerbrokers promote southeast Queensland.
Finucane, Niukore, Okunbor accept NRL hip-drop bans
Cronulla captain Dale Finucane, Warriors second-rower Marata Niukore and Canterbury winger Jayden Okunbor have all pleaded guilty to hip-drop tackles.