Xerri set to sign with Bulldogs after ban
Canterbury are poised to sign Bronson Xerri when he completes his doping suspension next November but won't be able to register his contract until then.
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NRL’s Panthers re-sign Salmon, Eisenhuth
Reigning NRL premiers Penrith have re-signed grand-final winner Jaeman Salmon and veteran forward Matt Eisenhuth ahead of the 2023 season.
Penrith junior program to inspire Warriors
Penrith assistant-turned-Warriors coach Andrew Webster is hoping his new side can develop the kind of junior nursery that made the Panthers a premiership force.
Oates wants Broncos’ all-time try record
Brisbane winger Corey Oates is close to Steve Renouf's club record for most career tries, and after signing a new deal he's in prime shape to set a new mark.
Bronco Palasia signs with NRL’s Titans
Brisbane forward Keenan Palasia will join intra-state rivals Gold Coast from 2024 after signing a two-year contract.
Panthers to chase rare NRL three-peat
Penrith great Greg Alexander says the Panthers have a tough battle to defend their title, but quality replacements for key losses could get them over the line.
Knights add Marzhew in NRL player swap
Newcastle and Gold Coast have completed a player swap, with Greg Marzhew heading to the Knights and Chris Randall moving north to link up with the Titans.
Billy Walters’ plan to secure hooker role at Broncos
Brisbane hooker Billy Walters has plenty of competition for the starting number nine jersey next year and says he has plenty of improvement to make as well.
Seibold ushers in new era at Manly
Manly have left performance triggers out of the contract for new head coach Anthony Seibold, avoiding a repeat of the dispute with former coach Des Hasler.
Manly draw back from 2023 pride jersey vow
Manly have backed down on their commitment to a 2023 pride jersey, handing responsibility for such an initiative over to the NRL.
Fien to instil grit at Dolphins
Nathan Fien competed hard and tough for Wayne Bennett as a player at St George Illawarra and brings those qualities to the table as Dolphins assistant coach.
George Burgess retires from NRL
Former South Sydney and St George Illawarra prop George Burgess has retired from the NRL, blaming a long run of injuries.
Eligibility move will aid Origin: Fittler
Brad Fittler claims his push for any player to be eligible for State of Origin provided they lived in NSW or Queensland before age 13 will improve the game.
Addo-Carr races back into NSW Origin frame
Josh Addo-Carr is a step closer to a NSW State of Origin recall with Brad Fittler saying the winger's World Cup shows he is playing better than when overlooked.
Angus Crichton’s NRL suspension halved
Kangaroos forward Angus Crichton has had his two-game suspension halved on appeal and will miss the opening game of the NRL season.
Bulldogs hire Jackson as strength coach
Recently retired Canterbury captain Josh Jackson will remain at the club as a strength and conditioning coach.
Hastings adamant best will come at Knights
Jackson Hastings believes he will enter his prime as a playmaker at Newcastle as he attempts to return the battling NRL club to the finals.
Finch spared jail after cocaine ‘spiral’
Former NRL player Brett Finch has been convicted on child abuse charges but will avoid prison due to the "exceptional circumstances" of his offending.
Wallace to reignite NRL career at Dolphins
Former Gold Coast and Brisbane prop Jarrod Wallace joined the Dolphins to reunite with coach Wayne Bennett in a bid to rediscover his best NRL form.
Burton rejects NFL to focus on Bulldogs
Matt Burton's management has revealed the Canterbury playmaker was invited to participate in the NFL's international draft combine.
Victorious Mitchell calls out the English
Latrell Mitchell wants to add to his growing list of accolades by taking on England in an Ashes series in 2023.
Super Brigginshaw guns for four in a row
Ali Brigginshaw was Australia's outstanding figure in their World Cup final demolition of New Zealand - and the Jillaroos' mastermind is not finished yet.
Tedesco inspires Kangaroos to RLWC win
Australia's rugby league men are World Cup champions for the third tournament in a row after brushing Samoa aside in a 30-10 win at Old Trafford.
Broncos keen for Renouf to mentor Staggs
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters used to set up Steve Renouf for tries with the famous 'out-ball' and is keen for Renouf to teach centre Kotoni Staggs the art.
Jillaroos race to World Cup final triumph
Australia's Jillaroos have sealed a third-straight women's Rugby League World Cup title after demolishing New Zealand 54-4 in the final at Old Trafford.
Munster wary of Luai-inspired Samoa
Jarome Luai has had an impressive campaign for Samoa and his opposite number for Australia has warned his teammates to not underestimate his threat.
Former Cats skipper Selwood joins Storm
Retired Geelong captain Joel Selwood will try his hand at rugby league, joining Melbourne to work with the Storm's leadership group.
Bozo’s lessons fuel Meninga’s reborn Roos
Australia have aimed to restore their global reputation by referencing their passion when it has been questioned.
NRL, clubs move close to funding agreement
The NRL and its clubs have moved closer towards finalising a funding agreement for the next five seasons.
Samoa won’t be overawed by final pressure
Playing in a Rugby League World Cup final at Old Trafford could be daunting, but Australia's players aren't expecting Samoa to be overawed.
Prince to take over as Broncos NRLW coach
Brisbane have appointed former State of Origin playmaker and Clive Churchill medallist Scott Prince as their new NRLW coach after two frustrating seasons.