League pioneer Filipaina dies aged 64
New Zealand rugby league great Olsen Filipaina has died at the age of 64.
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All Star James quashes self-doubt
Indigenous All Stars and Brisbane forward Ryan James has overcome injuries and self-doubt to return to the representative arena for the first time since 2017.
Exempt NRL players face mid-year hurdle
NRL players who have obtained temporary COVID-19 vaccination exemptions will be forced to miss games later in the season unless they get jabbed.
Painful replays fuel Parramatta’s Paulo
Parramatta co-captain Junior Paulo watched the replay of last year's elimination semi-final loss a torturous 20 times.
Pride, passion driving Kerr in All Stars
Indigenous All Stars forward Josh Kerr and coach Laurie Daley have expressed their pride at representing their culture in the showpiece game.
League Immortal Raper ‘a true champion’
Johnny Raper was one of Australian rugby league's most decorated players, and for many that played with and against him he was "the greatest".
Rugby league Immortal Johnny Raper dies
Johnny Raper, one of Australian rugby league's most decorated players, has died aged 82 after a long battle with dementia.
NRL players get big win in new COVID rules
NRL players will be allowed to attend weddings, funerals and dine out with their families without seeking permission, with COVID-19 protocols to be relaxed.
Harris-Tavita set for defining NRL season
Off-contract Warriors playmaker Chanel Harris-Tavita has given up alcohol as he focuses on reaching his potential in a crucial season.
Naden learns key lesson from mistake
Canterbury centre Brent Naden hopes his story can help others after gaining Indigenous All Stars selection.
Stronger pack key to Dragons’ NRL hopes
St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin believes he has assembled a "stronger pack on paper" after identifying the need to bolster his forwards in 2022.
Mystery surrounds Taumalolo’s vax status
North Queensland captain Jason Taumalolo has refused to answer questions about his COVID-19 vaccination status.
Shaq in, Bird ruled out of All Stars game
The older brother of Latrell Mitchell has been called into the Indigenous All Stars side — as an injury replacement — despite never playing an NRL game.
Tigers’ Blore suffers suspected ACL tear
Wests Tigers second-rower Shawn Blore is facing the prospect of an NRL season ruined by injury after suffering a suspected ACL tear at training.
Paulo joins Gutherson as Eels co-captains
Parramatta prop Junior Paulo has been promoted to co-captain alongside Clint Gutherson.
Warriors concede NRL home games in doubt
Warriors coach Nathan Brown concedes it could be tough for his team to host matches in Auckland later this NRL season due to New Zealand's self-isolation rules.
Canberra’s Smith-Shields out of NRL season
Canberra have confirmed promising centre Harley Smith-Shields will miss the 2022 NRL season after suffering an ACL injury.
Trbojevic to go without booze in 2022
Having enjoyed the season of a lifetime after giving up alcohol in 2021, Manly's Dally M Medallist Tom Trbojevic will go dry again this year.
NRL determined to avoid rescheduling games
CEO Andrew Abdo says the NRL is determined to avoid rescheduling matches due to COVID-19 and has outlined its plan to ensure the competition's "continuity".
Dolphins complete Bromwich brothers set
Kenny Bromwich will join older brother Jesse at the Dolphins, the pair joining fellow Melbourne forward Felise Kaufusi in signing for the new NRL club.
Asofa-Solomona returns to Storm training
Nelson Asofa-Solomona has returned to training with Melbourne after a lengthy stand-off over the NRL forward's vaccination status, which remains a mystery.
Gold Coast name Fa’asuamaleaui as captain
Gold Coast forward Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has been named as the Titans' captain for the 2022 NRL season.
Penrith League legend Royce Simmons has Alzheimer’s
Penrith NRL legend Royce Simmons has revealed he has Alzheimer's disease, planning a 300km walk to raise money and awareness of the condition.
David Fifita eyeing NRL starting spot role
After finishing last season on the bench, star Gold Coast forward David Fifita has made it his mission to earn back an NRL starting second row spot.
Bursting the bubble – NRL players pushing for relaxed COVID protocols
The Rugby League Players' Association will meet with NRL bosses to discuss relaxing COVID-19 protocols.
NRL players pushing for relaxed protocols
The Rugby League Players' Association will meet with NRL bosses to discuss relaxing COVID-19 protocols.
Set restart rule among 2022 NRL tweaks
The NRL has announced teams will receive penalties within their own 40-metre zone for ruck infringements and offsides, to prevent teams deliberately offending.
Cowboys ‘compliant’ with COVID protocols
North Queensland captain Jason Taumalolo is set to be available for round-one selection, according to Cowboys coach Todd Payten.
NRL rule tweak welcome move for Whitehead
Canberra co-captain Elliott Whitehead believes the NRL has made the right move by tweaking the six-again rule for the 2022 season.
Addo-Carr the headliner in All Stars teams
Josh Addo-Carr, Nicho Hynes, David Fifita, Chanel Harris-Tavita and Kodi Nikorima have been selected for the Indigenous-Maori All Stars match in Sydney.
Reynolds’ unique place in Broncos history
Adam Reynolds will become Brisbane's first NRL captain from NSW after moving from junior club South Sydney last season.