Harsh and unfair: Coach Cleary responds to trainer ban
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has launched a passionate defence of under-fire trainer Corey Bocking after the NRL banned him for running in front of a goalkicker.
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Whirlwind 2025 continues for Eels teen gun Ginn
Parramatta's Fleur Ginn will make her starting debut against North Queensland in round six, continuing a dizzying first NRLW season.
Still hurts: why Storm mentor gives Brisbane bellyaches
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy once plotted wins for Brisbane as an assistant, but now his stellar record at planning their downfall has become legendary.
Storm star in line for shock return ahead of NRL finals
While Melbourne are bracing for the best of Brisbane, their hard road to the finals could be eased by the early return of Jahrome Hughes.
Sloan ready to prove worth as Dragons land big prop
As the Dragons sign a former prop, Tyrell Sloan insists he can prove his worth to St George Illawarra after being given permission to talk to rivals.
Fusball redux: meet Dolphins’ smiling assassin Keeley
Loud and proud second-rower Oryn Keeley is the heir apparent to Felise Kaufusi as the new Dolphins enforcer emerges as a cult figure out Redcliffe way.
Naden fined as Tigers learn fate over khawd gesture
Three Wests Tigers players accused of making an offensive gesture at Canterbury fans have learned whether they will be sanctioned over the incident.
Turbo back at No.1 for Manly as Souths get boost
Manly have moved Tom Trbojevic back to his preferred fullback spot as Brandon Smith makes a return for South Sydney and Latrell Mitchell looms large.
Lachlan Galvin named to play despite hand injury
Lachlan Galvin has been named to face the Warriors despite suffering a hand injury in the shock loss to his former club Wests Tigers.
Fogarty in the eyes of Manly ahead of must-win clash
Prop Siua Taukeiaho and winger Reuben Garrick know why Canberra have been the benchmark side of the season ahead of their clash on Friday.
Hard call barring ‘Marky Mark’ from rookie gong: Watson
Mark Nawaqanitawase had been considered a leading candidate for the NRL's Dally M Rookie of the Year award until a mid-season rule change.
Former prop Perrett launches legal claim against Manly
A former Manly prop is seeking a multi-million dollar payout from the club after an alleged "outlandish" training session that ended his NRL career.
Family ties push new Tiger to earn NRLW stripes
NRLW fullback Aaliyah Bula is out to make an impression of her own at the Wests Tigers after joining husband Jahream Bula at Concord Oval.
Penrith’s rap sheet forced NRL into big punishment: CEO
Andrew Abdo has opened up on the NRL's decision to whack Penrith with a monster punishment for trainer Corey Bocking's mid-game blunder against Gold Coast.
Katoa repays schoolboy debt to Dolphins with loyalty
Dolphins star half Isaiya Katoa opens up on why he signed long-term without testing his market value, and why loyalty is more than a word for him.
NRL great keeps Southwell’s career kicking along nicely
A former NRL goal-kicking master has been passing on invaluable tips to his NRLW "apprentice", Newcastle's Jesse Southwell.
Sipley exit leaves Manly in need of more muscle
Manly have agreed to release middle forward Toafofoa Sipley from the final year of his NRL contract to take up an opportunity overseas.
Broncos star back as Jensen plays for his future
Brisbane get one big bopper back and lose another for the away NRL clash with Melbourne as prop Corey Jensen targets a new contract.
‘Infectious’: Stars looking to stick together at Storm
Ahead of his 100th Storm game, captain Harry Grant says contract talks are continuing but he was thrilled to see halfback Jahrome Hughes extend to 2030.
Penrith cop historic fine, ban over trainer blunder
Penrith have been handed a hefty fine and will be without a trainer for five games following a controversial incident in the NRL win over Gold Coast.
How Dolphins will rise in Farnworth’s ‘Deadpool’
The Dolphins have lost star centre Herbie Farnworth for four to six weeks, but their pool of hard-working players continue to prove you can't kill them off.
NRL integrity unit probing Tigers’ offensive gesture
Canterbury have reached out to the NRL integrity unit after Wests Tigers players made an offensive gesture at the crowd in the latter stages of Sunday's game.
Crichton dodges ban, Tigers firebrand set for sidelines
Alex Seyfarth's NRL season could be over after a monster ban from the match review committee but the news is better for Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton.
Fainu ‘100 per cent’ behind coach’s halfback plan
Latu Fainu says he's happy to keep sharing halfback duties with Adam Doueihi if that's what Benji Marshall decides is best for Wests Tigers.
Queensland great Sam Backo dies, aged 64
Sam Backo has been remembered a Queensland State of Origin great and selfless man off the field, after dying at age 64.
Knights roll on, celebrate home Magic Round with a win
The Knights have gone third on the NRLW ladder after proving too strong for Canberra on the final day of Magic Round in Newcastle.
Sharks feast on drowned Cowboys to boost top-four hopes
Cronulla have made it a four-horse race for the last spot in the top four, with a convincing 32-12 beating of North Queensland at Shark Park.
Tigers have last laugh as Galvin’s Dogs stunned
Young gun Lachlan Galvin famously jumped ship from Wests Tigers mid-season but could not inspire Canterbury to victory in his first match against the old firm.
Bronco blueprint to end 3268-day drought in Melbourne
Ben Hunt is Brisbane's only survivor from the club's last win in Melbourne in 2016, as he outlines the template for success that can work again.
NRL to look into Penrith trainer as sanction looms
The NRL has a precedent to fine or suspend the Penrith trainer who ran in front of Jayden Campbell as he lined up a crucial kick in Gold Coast's loss.
Seibold to ‘have think’ after surprise Trbojevic switch
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has defended the decision to move Tom Trbojevic back to fullback mid-game after more than a month starting him in the centres.