‘Fans in revolt’: what’s next after Tigers’ rally rage
The local mayor has created a new fan group tasked with overhauling Wests Tigers' board as the state government vowed not to intervene in the escalating stoush.
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Storm look in-house to cover Katoa injury blow
While Eliesa Katoa is already back running, the Storm won't budge on him playing in 2026, with teammate Josh King saying they have depth in the second row.
Interim Tigers boss issues own rally cry to fans
Shaun Mielekamp says he is experienced enough to handle the challenges of Wests Tigers, after being appointed as the club's new interim CEO.
Raiders recruit former Wallabies star to coaching staff
Canberra have turned to Matt Giteau, a local product turned international rugby star, with the former Wallabies playmaker signing on as pathways coach.
Marshall concedes results don’t justify new Tigers deal
A candid Benji Marshall has spoken on the Wests Tigers' dramas, his new five-year coaching deal and the club's chances of keeping Jarome Luai and Jahream Bula.
Storm star admits he’s in the sights of Perth Bears
Nick Meaney is weighing up a move to Perth Bears, but he has no desire to shift to fullback as Melbourne mull how to fill the big void left by Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Surprise Golden Boot winner named, Dylan Brown denied
Dylan Brown has missed out on rugby league's prestigous Golden Boot award, despite being named man of the match in all three of the Kiwis' Pacific Cup games.
O’Farrell to return alongside sacked Tigers directors
Barry O'Farrell is expected to reclaim his role as Wests Tigers chairman after the club's owners bowed to pressure from the NRL to have the board reinstated.
Mitchell could take centre stage in Souths backline
Latrell Mitchell has trained at centre for South Sydney, in a move that would allow for Jye Gray to wear the No.1 jersey for the Rabbitohs in 2026.
Bears beat out rivals to land first big coup
Penrith prop Liam Henry has become the first player signed with an NRL club for 2026 to join the Perth Bears for their inaugural season in 2027.
Eels make long-term call in No.1 jersey
Parramatta have made Isaiah Iongi the longest-contracted player on their 30-man roster, offering a clear sign that they view him as the club's permanent No.1.
New deal keeps Bulldogs behemoth out of Bears’ clutches
Viliame Kikau has signed a new deal that keeping him at Canterbury until at least the end of 2028.
Tigers’ next CEO won’t be a stranger to political drama
Wests Tigers are without a chairman and CEO after a week of turmoil, but the joint venture's next man at the helm would have experienced it all before.
NRL sets itself as unity force against China in PNG
With a team set to join the NRL in 2028, Papua New Guinea is walking a delicate tightrope between ties to Australia and economic opportunities abroad.
Tonga’s medical staff face bans over Katoa head knocks
Three of Tonga's medical staff face possible two-year bans and another a formal warning under NRL breach notices concerning head knocks to Eliesa Katoa.
Departing Richardson urges NRL to protect Tigers fans
Shane Richardson has resigned as Wests Tigers CEO, while backing Benji Marshall as coach and saying he only wanted to work for an independent board.
Night in custody for NRL legend over bizarre street act
Australian rugby league and union international Wendell Sailor has been warned he might not be released again after breaching bail during a late-night incident.
Richardson’s white knight dream at Tigers appears over
Shane Richardson had arrived at Wests Tigers as the man capable of rescuing the club but it's now hard to see him co-existing with the joint-venture's owners.
Another Sea Eagles star to swap Manly for the Roosters
After Daly Cherry-Evans confirmed his move to the Sydney Roosters, another high-profile Manly ace is following suit.
I can’t be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly
New Manly No.7 Jamal Fogarty says he is unfazed by the fact he'll constantly be compared to Daly Cherry-Evans, conceding he is not as talented as the old half.
Golf the only sport on former Storm star’s horizon
Ryan Papenhuyzen says the only sport he's contemplating playing next year is golf, with the former Melbourne star satisfied with his decision to quit the NRL.
Rally called as fans demand NRL intervention on Tigers
Beau Ryan and Aaron Woods have joined calls for the NRL to step in and intervene at Wests Tigers, with a rally launched to demand the club's owners resign.
Bears land two more NRL expats after English gap year
Perth have signed forwards Luke Smith and Emarly Bitungane for their maiden NRL season, after the pair debuted in Australia in 2025 before moving to England.
Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners
The NRL are monitoring the Wests Tigers' situation, after chairman Barry O'Farrell was one of four independent directors removed by the club's owners.
Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings
Former Canterbury halfback Toby Sexton and Englishman Harry Newman have officially become the Perth Bears' first two NRL signings for their 2027 entry.
League great blames injuries for failure to comply
NRL and Queensland great Trevor Gillmeister has avoided a conviction after a sporting injury allegedly impeded him when told to "get on the ground" by police.
Concussion forces Manly’s Croker into early retirement
Manly hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into retirement by concussion, with the 28-year-old set to begin a coaching career at the club.
Cowboys lose two for start of NRL season
North Queensland will be without two important forward to begin the NRL season following injuries in the Pacific Championships.
Injured Storm star still hopeful of return to NRL
He has been ruled out of the 2026 season, but Storm star Eli Katoa says he's in a "good place" and hopeful of returning to the NRL after his brain surgery.
R360’s demise could make for one big winner in NRL
Brisbane will be relieved by the news of R360's abandoned launch given their battle to keep Payne Haas and would not be alone in welcoming the collapse.
R360 threat over with NRL ready to welcome back stars
Zac Lomax and Ryan Papenhuyzen will be able to return to the NRL if they wish, after rebel rugby competition R360's launch was abandoned until at least 2028.