NRLW needs its own CEO says legend Ali Brigginshaw
Retiring Broncos legend Ali Brigginshaw wants the NRLW to appoint its own chief executive to guide the future direction of the women's sport.
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Concussed Roosters star learns grand final fate
Connor Watson will become the first player to miss the NRL grand final with concussion after the Sydney Roosters utility was denied clearance to play.
Coach influence steels SBW fanboy to be Roosters’ rock
Siua Wong has barely missed a game for the Sydney Roosters this season, crediting Michael Cheika for influencing his relentless thirst for work.
Roosters’ centres thought they’d never play again
As the Sydney Roosters prepare for the NRL grand final, it's a remarkable journey for their two centres who thought they would never play rugby league again.
Meet the Bruise Crew: Knights duo settle on nickname
Newcastle's rising back-rowers Francis Manuleleua and Jermaine McEwen want their own identity and have shunned the 'Bash Brothers' moniker.
Frizell ready to end longest wait for an NRL decider
Tyson Frizell has spent years watching NRL grand finals wondering if he would ever feature. Now he'll become the most experienced player to ever play his first.
‘It’s just me’: Rooster not trying to play the villain
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu knows there's a negative public perception of him, but tells AAP ahead of the NRL decider he has no intention of changing.
Making his Mark: secret sauce of a two-code genius
Mark Nawaqanitawase's former Australia sevens coach John Manenti says hard work and a team-first ethos is the bedrock of the Sydney Roosters star's magic.
Dally Ms to GF: Broncos rookie gets new view of Sergis
Brisbane rookie Georgia Bartlett will take on Sydney Roosters great Jessica Sergis in a centre battle the young Bronco can't wait for in the NRLW grand final.
Tupou on verge of history in NRL decider
Daniel Tupou could celebrate a premiership and the rarest of milestones if he scores a double in the NRL grand final against Newcastle.
The Rooster aiming to fulfil Tongan dad’s dream
Salesi Foketi's Tongan father was denied the chance to play NRL because of his struggles with English. Now the Roosters star wants to fulfil his dad's dream.
Watson meets with doctor to prove grand final fitness
Connor Watson has had two appointments with an independent neurologist to prove he is fit and ready to take the field in the NRL grand final.
His jersey: Knights keep Crossland along for the ride
Newcastle stole the show at the NRL's main fan event of grand-final week, but it was Phoenix Crossland's vocal support of his team that stood out most.
The mantra and mettle powering Newcastle’s marathon man
Mat Croker has never been the most gifted NRL player but the lessons learned from a farming family taught him the value of graft.
Roosters star to make up for lost time in NRLW GF
Moving on from the "hardest part" of her NRLW career, Sydney Roosters star Tarryn Aiken is set for a starring role in the grand final against Brisbane.
Roosters star admits he is torn on World Cup decision
Robert Toia has revealed he is still undecided if he wants to play for Australia or Tonga in the World Cup, less than a week out from teams being named.
Chelsea girl’s rise from shot put champ to Broncos gun
Brisbane's Chelsea Lenarduzzi was on the cusp of making the 2018 Commonwealth Games but a qualifier change coincided with her rise to become a great NRLW prop.
New GOAT: Holbrook on repeat 18 years after Bulls fight
Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook resurrected an underperforming country footy team into grand finalists in 2008 and he's up to his old magic again.
More levels: Cleary can get even better after Dally M
Ivan Cleary has spoken of the horror of watching his son Nathan's leg injury, and a belief he can still get better again after winning his first Dally M.
Cleary completes golden set with Dally M triumph
Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary has claimed the cherished honour that had long eluded him, the Dally M Medal, in comfortable fashion.
The premiership record that shows Cherry-Evans’ growth
Daly Cherry-Evans is on the verge of becoming the oldest premiership winner in 104 years, but it is another record that sums up his longevity.
Bandana-clad Broncos warrior a cut above for decider
Old school Brisbane second-rower Romy Teitzel has found her best form when it counts after two nasty head wounds ahead of the NRLW grand final.
Roosters academy product sweating on GF concussion call
A whole lot of experience will go missing if Connor Watson is deemed unfit for the Roosters' grand final bid, but Benaiah Ioelu is confident he can do the job.
NRL grand final to honour retired Souths star
The NRL grand final will feature an emotional pre-game tribute to Jai Arrow, accompanied by a performance of Liverpool FC's anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone".
Ponga tears showed Newcastle’s ultimate transformation
Kalyn Ponga's commitment to Newcastle can never be questioned again, with the fullback on the verge of fulfilling the prophecy of being a long-awaited saviour.
Ink and paint to the fore as Knights fans dare to dream
Knights players are embracing the love from their city as Newcastle's fans turn to paint and ink to show their support for Justin Holbrook's side.
Tug of war for Toia ramps up ahead of World Cup
Robert Toia, Jojo Fifita and David Fifita have told Tonga coach Kristian Woolf that they are available for the World Cup but Australia are circling.
Rabbitoh legend seeks to break 71-year title drought
Sam Burgess ended a long drought when he won the NRL grand final as a player with South Sydney, now he aims do the same in England as a coach with Warrington.
Tino bounces into Kangaroos with third Titans top gong
Gold Coast prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has won the Paul Broughton Medal with a brave and brilliant finish to the season after the death of his father.
Roosters make Watson call amid concussion cloud
Connor Watson's availability for the NRL grand final hinges on the Sydney Roosters utility attaining a medical sign-off after a concussion in their prelim win.
Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M
Justin Holbrook has achieved a stunning feat in his first year as Newcastle coach but the Knights' grand final berth won't count towards Dally M points.