Depleted Storm ready to rise in NRL again
Melbourne survived their first iteration of life after the "big three" but face another challenge in 2022 following key personnel changes in their NRL line-up.
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Dragons’ Albert stars after NRLW setbacks
St George Illawarra's Papua New Guinea prop Elsie Albert has overcome gender prejudice and visa issues to become one of the stars of the NRLW.
Fa’asuamaleaui commits to Kangaroos dream
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has chosen Australia over Samoa ahead of this year's Rugby League World Cup.
NRL to overhaul suspension loopholes
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo says the NRL will review its suspension and fine systems in the coming weeks.
Tedesco apologises for ‘Squid Games’ slur
James Tedesco has apologised for the racial slur that led to the NRL handing him a $10,000 fine.
Verrills to fight for Roosters No.9 jersey
Sam Verrills has made it clear he wants to stay at the Sydney Roosters and fight off Brandon Smith for the club's long-term hooker role.
NRL stars predict end to lopsided scores
Daly Cherry-Evans and James Tedesco believe the NRL will have a reduction in blowout results after a 2021 season full of big scorelines.
Storm skipper Bromwich forced to isolate
Melbourne's NRL round one preparation has hit another hurdle with skipper Jesse Bromwich forced to isolate for the next week after his son contracted COVID-19.
Broncos’ Reynolds ruled out of round one
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds will miss the round-one NRL clash against his former club Souths after the star halfback tested positive to COVID.
Leaders shield Tiger cubs from coach talk
James Tamou says helping players to not be distracted by negative reports and conjecture over Michael Maguire's future is a job for Wests Tigers' five captains.
NRL flood fund set to aid grassroots clubs
The NRL is launching a $500,000 flood fund aimed at getting local rugby league clubs back on the field.
Repaying NRL teammates a focus for Radley
A candid Victor Radley says he let the Sydney Roosters down in 2021 after spending a third of the NRL season sidelined because of suspension.
Keary fit for Roosters in NRL round one
The 12-month wait for Luke Keary to partner Sam Walker in the Sydney Roosters' halves is set to end, with Keary declaring himself fit for round one.
Inconsistency annoys banned Raider Rapana
Canberra Raiders' star Jordan Rapana says he's not happy he couldn't serve a one-game ban in the NRL All Stars match.
Woman has no memory of sex with NRL player
A woman allegedly raped by former NRL player Tristan Sailor woke up naked and bleeding with no memory of what happened, a NSW jury has been told.
Welch joins Bromwich as Storm co-captain
Melbourne have announced Christian Welch will join Jesse Bromwich as co-captain of the Storm for the 2022 NRL season.
Knee injury blow for Raiders’ Fogarty
Canberra recruit Jamal Fogarty will be sidelined for about four months after scans revealed a knee injury that will likely require surgery.
Warriors get Dylan Walker from 2023
The Warriors have snatched Dylan Walker away from Manly, with the former Kangaroos Test centre signing a three-year NRL deal starting in 2023.
Graham to miss opening month for Sharks
Cronulla captain Wade Graham will miss the opening month of the NRL season after scans confirmed he requires surgery on an ankle injury.
Graham technique fine on concussion return
An ankle injury could delay Wade Graham's NRL return from concussions, but Cronulla's captain feels the technical lapses that caused him head knocks are sorted.
Roosters coach Robinson signed until 2028
The Sydney Roosters have rewarded Trent Robinson with a five-year contract extension, locking him in as coach until the end of the 2028 NRL season.
Pangai avoids charge for pre-season spite
Canterbury recruit Tevita Pangai will not face any sanctions from the NRL, despite being placed on report twice in the Bulldogs' trial loss to Cronulla.
NRL to clear up rep suspension loophole
The NRL will present a new model for suspensions and representative games with Canberra coach Ricky Stuart livid over inconsistencies in the current system.
Busy Sharks half Hynes pleases Fitzgibbon
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon was most impressed with Nicho Hynes' work-rate as the halfback made a winning club debut in their NRL trial against Canterbury.
Penrith to challenge for more NRL glory
Penrith will aim to win back-to-back premierships for the first time in the club's history when they kick off their 2022 campaign against Manly.
Pangai Jr drama, Sharks beat Dogs in trial
Canterbury forward Tevita Pangai Jr faces suspension for striking and dangerous contact during his team's 30-6 NRL trial loss to Cronulla.
Knee injury sidelines Tigers NRL hooker
Wests Tigers hooker Jacob Liddle could miss up to six weeks with a knee injury after he suffered PCL damage in a trial win over the Sydney Roosters.
Off-contract Walker to put family first
Dylan Walker is hopeful of staying with Manly but will put his family first as he weighs up his options beyond 2022.
‘Special’ league icon Raper farewelled
Former prime minister John Howard says Johnny Raper "left behind a wonderful legacy" as the rugby league Immortal was farewelled at a state funeral at the SCG.
Titans-Warriors NRL trial abandoned
Gold Coast and the Warriors won't have another chance to fine-tune their combinations before round one of the NRL season after Monday's trial was abandoned.
NRL $43M surplus despite COVID-19 chaos
ARLC chairman Peter V'landys has declared the NRL is stronger financially than before the pandemic, reporting a $43million surplus for season 2021.