Broncos must regain winning template lost to Panthers
Brisbane's ability to win big moments without their best players has.been lost and the next era under new coach Michael Maguire must rediscover the art.
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‘Could be anything’: Broncos prop Te Kura in trial shot
Brisbane prop Ben Te Kura gets a chance to press for an NRL bench gig in the club's opening trial, and former skipper Justin Hodges has urged him to fire up.
Storm’s Papenhuyzen picks brain of All Blacks legend
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says he's been able to implement some of the best habits of All Blacks great Dan Carter after a weekend in New Zealand.
Dolphins’ pre-season depth test for rake Graham
The Dolphins are impotent when Jeremy Marshall-King is missing which is why it's vital Harrison Graham must prove to be a worthy backup in their opening trial.
Warriors coach keeping options open for new halves duo
Andrew Webster will get his first look at the Warriors without superstar halfback Shaun Johnson, with the coach keeping rivals guessing on his replacement.
Footy legend denies drunken assault, intimidation
NRL and rugby great Wendell Sailor has denied drunkenly assaulting two people and refusing to leave a city-centre bar during a late-night incident.
Ryles turns to Moses in post-Gutherson Eels era
New Parramatta coach Jason Ryles has chosen Mitch Moses to replace the departed Clint Gutherson as Eels captain.
Four in the mix as Dolphins captaincy battle heats up
The Dolphins will name a new captain for 2025 and while Tom Gilbert is a hot favourite, all the candidates in the four-man leadership group are in the mix.
Laybutt in centre stage for Cowboys after Holmes exit
The Cowboys will have a new-look centre pairing in 2025, and talented Zac Laybutt's return from a ruptured ACL is just what they need to start the season.
Sean O’Sullivan won’t become Dolphins’ forgotten man
Sean O'Sullivan has not given up on his quest to be a long-term Dolphins playmaker, but time is running out for the journeyman.
‘Just a number’: Carrigan open to Broncos switch
Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan could be set for a move to prop to allow Kobe Hetherington to play lock and he's more than OK with it.
New skipper Moses makes plea to Brown over Eels future
Mitchell Moses would love to see Dylan Brown re-commit his future to Parramatta following speculation his halves partner could be set to leave the Eels.
Fatty goes from lipstick, high heels to Origin glory
Queensland's 1995 State of Origin coach Paul Vautin has waxed lyrical about a famous 3-0 series win and what it means for today's Maroons 30 years later.
One hitman to another as old boys back to lift Broncos
Brisbane's greatest Old Boys were invited back to watch training and hard head title winner Peter Ryan liked what he saw under new defensive coach Ben Te'o.
Mining Mini’s mind: why Storm ace hit up Roosters great
Star Melbourne playmaker Cameron Munster says he's dropped four kilograms and is weeks ahead in his recovery from hip surgery.
Broncos forwards on notice in jostle for NRL spots
Brisbane's backline for round one of the NRL virtually picks itself but the race for in-demand forward spots will heat up in the trials.
Graham Arnold joins South Sydney in new coaching role
Wayne Bennett has recruited former Socceroos mentor Graham Arnold to assist Latrell Mitchell and the South Sydney goalkickers in a crucial role.
Seeing red: younger Gordon details stressful code call
Queensland Reds recruit Mason Gordon strongly considered following his Wallabies brother Carter to rugby league before landing back at Ballymore.
Latrell Mitchell gets NRL green light to play round one
Latrell Mitchell and Josh Addo-Carr will be able to use the All Stars match towards their suspensions with Mitchell set to play for South Sydney in round one.
Dolphins CEO opens up about Dylan Brown links
Dolphins CEO Terry Reader has explained his club's position on the future of Parramatta's Dylan Brown and Morgan Knowles of St Helens.
Time of the essence for Perth NRL side: Dolphins CEO
The Perth NRL side slated for 2027 can learn plenty from the Dolphins, one of their biggest supporters, as the clock ticks on their entry to the big time.
Herbie’s magic number: Dolphins launch case for defence
Defence is high on the agenda for Herbie Farnworth at the Dolphins, who have identified the small margins between being a fledgling NRL club and a finals foray.
Sharks mull NRL plans for dynamic Hynes, Trindall duo
Faced with an opening round date with Penrith, Cronulla star Nicho Hynes is backing himself to form a dangerous halves partnership with Braydon Trindall.
Haas in doubt for season opener after surgery
Brisbane and Kangaroos star Payne Haas has had surgery after injuring his ankle at training, a setback that has him in doubt for the NRL season opener.
Maroons reunion of 1995 heroes to inspire Slater’s men
Queensland's heroic 1995 State of Origin side, who won 3-0 against the odds, will be honoured this week as the Maroons gain an early boost to their campaign.
Rebuffed Perth NRL bid made new $20m licence fee offer
The cashed-up Perth consortium that the NRL rejected to run a new franchise in 2027 had made a stunning revised offer that included a $20 million licence fee.
Neck boost for Reynolds as Maguire rakes over the coals
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds is set to play round one after neck surgery as the hotly contested race to play hooker for the Broncos ramps up.
Jarome Luai to share Tigers captaincy with Api Koroisau
Four-time premiership-winning playmaker Jarome Luai has been appointed co-captain of Wests Tigers ahead of his first season at the NRL club.
Hunt a Broncos leader as Maguire makes captain’s call
Adam Reynolds will again captain Brisbane under new coach and former South Sydney mentor Michael Maguire, with returning Ben Hunt among the senior leaders.
Jillaroos coach Donald’s future in doubt amid probe
Jillaroos coach Brad Donald is at the centre of an NRL investigation over an alleged disparaging remark, clouding his future in the job.
Wests Tigers improvement written in the star’s arm
Ahead of the upcoming NRL season, Lachlan Galvin has inked himself with reminders of what it will take to hoist Wests Tigers from the doldrums.