Dolphins name Katoa, ‘Big Val’ for trial
The Dolphins will play their first ever trial on Saturday with exciting Tongan teenager Isaiya Katoa and a giant centre nicknamed 'Val Meninga' in the team.
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NRLW high priority in renewed CBA talks
The NRLW's CBA is likely to be a major priority when the NRL and the RLPA meet later this week to restart negotiations.
Niu start for Dolphin under wise Woolf
Tesi Niu is targeting a starting NRL centre spot at the Dolphins as he reunites with his Tongan coach Kristian Woolf after securing a release from the Broncos.
Mitch pitch: Brooks’ Tigers plea to Moses
Luke Brooks hopes to convince off-contract Parramatta playmaker Mitchell Moses that returning to the Wests Tigers is the best option for his career.
Fifita calls for better NRL medical help
Recently-retired Cronulla prop Andrew Fifita says he feels rushed into having six surgeries in 12 months due to the NRL's current medical policies.
Bulldogs unveil unique captaincy structure
Canterbury have named Matt Burton and Reed Mahoney their "on-field captains" for season 2023, while Raymond Faitala-Mariner will be their "club captain".
Nick Meaney re-signs with NRL’s Storm
Nick Meaney has re-signed with Melbourne through to the end of 2024, while the Warriors have locked in local juniors Bunty Afoa and Tom Ale.
Bulldogs pay up for wantaway Oloapu
Canterbury have paid a transfer fee for the services of 18-year-old Brisbane talent Karl Oloapu, who had been caught in a messy NRL stand-off at Red Hill.
Ramsey out as Dragons suffer NRL blow
Fullback Cody Ramsey has been ruled out for the entire NRL season, delivering St George Illawarra a crushing blow.
Sevens captain hopes to help Jones’ raid
Australia captain Henry Hutchison hopes rugby sevens can assist with and then benefit from Eddie Jones' attempts to raid the best young NRL talent.
Mitchell returns, Ponga out of All Stars
South Sydney's Latrell Mitchell will be the star attraction when the NRL's All Stars weekend returns next month in New Zealand.
Manly on Turbo-charged fact-finding trip
Manly believe Tom Trbojevic's time in Philadelphia with rehabilitation specialist Bill Knowles can bring widespread advantages for the NRL club.
Dragons re-sign Lawrie, Wakeham to Tigers
St George Illawarra prop Blake Lawrie will remain at the joint venture club until at least the end of 2026 after signing a new contract extension.
NRL warned to brace for player strikes
Brisbane NRLW star Ali Brigginshaw says male NRL players could refuse to play games as a result of the bungled CBA negotiations.
Bennett tip to teenaged Aitken comes true
Dolphins centre Euan Aitken spoke to Wayne Bennett just once before he linked with the new NRL club, and the content of that chat has proven to be prophetic.
Caslick re-signs with rugby sevens
Charlotte Caslick became the highest-profile signing in NRLW history in 2020 but is unlikely to ever return after inking a new rugby sevens deal.
Risk worth reward in new NRL trial format
The NRL has unveiled new rules for its two-week pre-season tournament, with $100,000 in prize money up for grabs and an emphasis on attacking football.
Cherrington’s big fear ahead of All Stars
Maori All Stars prop Kennedy Cherrington will risk her playing future for the love of her culture but says the NRL could easily spare players from that gamble.
Carrigan has Broncos lost time to make up
Broncos prop Pat Carrigan missed key club games last year and wants to be the man in the arena more often in 2023 after a stellar representative season.
Crichton signs with NRL’s Bulldogs
Dual premiership winner Stephen Crichton has signed to join Canterbury from Penrith on a four-year deal after the 2023 NRL season.
Rugby league pioneer Bremner retires
Sam Bremner has retired from rugby league, after a career that included two World Cup triumphs and a Dally M fullback of the year award.
Taupau to join Broncos on one-year deal
Test prop Marty Taupau has toured the Brisbane Broncos' headquarters and is set to sign for the 2023 season and provide experience and clout up front.
Gildart rides Dolphin wave after storm
Oliver Gildart endured tough times at the Wests Tigers last year and after reuniting with his former England coach at the Dolphins he has an NRL point to prove.
Women’s players insured for All-Stars
Out-of-contract NRLW players will be insured during the All-Stars fixture, amid fears they would be unprotected as the pay dispute rolls on.
Broncos ‘mudcrab’ Jensen adds NRL bite
Prop Corey Jensen has acquired a new nickname at the Broncos, and it sums up his tenacity and the threat he now poses in the NRL.
Spry goes from attack victim to NRL deal
One year after being the victim of a one-punch attack, Gold Coast flyer Treymain Spry has landed a new two-season NRL deal into the Titans' top 30.
Brother lit Dolphin fire in Kenny’s belly
Kenny Bromwich has explained why he left the Storm to join the Dolphins and says one camp with the forwards convinced him of the new NRL club's pack strength
Khawaja backs NRL players in pay talks
Test cricketer Usman Khawaja has backed the NRL players' decision to take a hardline stance on pay talks, as a boycott of promotional material continues.
NRL not flinching at Eddie’s rugby return
In a sign of what's to come, NRL supremo Peter V'landys has provided a tongue-in-cheek response to new Wallabies coach Eddie Jones's poaching intentions.
NRL eases on trade window push
The NRL has eased its push for a post-season trade window, proposing players be able to sign with rival clubs from June 30 as an olive branch in the pay war.
Amone stood down, Sullivan hurt at Dragons
St George Illawarra five-eighth Talatau Amone has been stood down by the NRL while back up No.6 Jayden Sullivan has suffered a hamstring injury.