NRLW opening wins for Broncos, Dragons and Cowboys
A number of debutants have shone along with renowned superstar Tamika Upton, in the colours of Brisbane once again, as round one of the NRLW continues.
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Hat-trick hero helps Raiders pip Dragons, top NRL table
Canberra have held off a gallant and depleted St George Illawarra, thanks largely to the efforts of zippy fullback Kaeo Weekes.
Expansion clubs unlikely to prise star duo from Storm
Melbourne have a knack of securing their big guns long-term but Harry Grant and Xavier Coates are two that are more than happy where they are.
Bulldogs hooker Mahoney to join Cowboys in 2026
Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney will join North Queensland on a three-year deal from next year after being granted permission to negotiate with other clubs.
Why Coates is ready to give NSW a Bellyache in Origin
Maroons winger Xavier Coates is prepared for anything in the State of Origin decider and it is his club coach and opposing NSW mentor Craig Bellamy he credits.
The day NSW’s star of the future blew Cleary away
NSW halfback Nathan Cleary remembers distinctly the day he first took notice of Isaiya Katoa, who is now rated a genuine State of Origin prospect of the future.
Brandon Smith in as Souths cop fresh injury blow
Brandon Smith has been named for his first game with new club South Sydney, who have received more bad news in a season of injury hell.
How a 6am bus ride changed Hugo Savala’s career path
Hugo Savala had endured one of the toughest 15-minute periods of his NRL career when a spot was offered on a 6am bus to Canberra. Taking it changed his season.
Broncos’ top-four charge is on as Mam leads comeback
Ezra Mam has laid on three tries in the space of 20 minutes as Brisbane went from 18-0 down to 22-18 winners over Canterbury.
Bulldogs announce their NRLW arrival with upset win
The Bulldogs have bared their teeth with a five-tries-to-two win over two-time NRLW premiership winners the Newcastle Knights.
Papenhuyzen scratching adds to Storm’s backline issues
Jonah Pezet's long-awaited NRL comeback will come starting in Melbourne's halves after Ryan Papenhuyzen's calf tightness caused more headaches for the Storm.
Marshall defends Wests Tigers’ latest roster gamble
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has addressed the club's controversial call to allow a second local product to walk from the club mid-season.
Grant puts Origin No.9 bogey to bed ahead of decider
Harry Grant claimed his first State of Origin win as a starting hooker in Perth and the Maroons' new-look spine has him believing the decider can be his second.
Cordner wants Yeo to feel what only he has in 20 years
If Isaah Yeo gets to lift the Origin trophy after Wednesday's decider he will join a very exclusive club indeed.
Bulldogs’ halves puzzle solved with playmaker’s exit
Canterbury's halves puzzle has been solved as Toby Sexton signs with a rival, paving the way for Lachlan Galvin to start.
Josh Papalii could play against Raiders in 2026
Canberra great Josh Papalii has left open the possibility of continuing in the NRL next year at another club as he prepares to make a call on his future.
One year on, Eels star erases NRLW injury nightmare
Rueben Cherrington had extra reason to be fiercely motivated going into the NRLW season opener. It was her first NRLW game since round one last year.
Eels turn tables on Sharks in NRLW season opener
Parramatta caused the first upset of the new NRLW season in the opening game with a slim win over last year's grand finalists Cronulla.
Nathan Cleary asks NRL to sort out scheduling quirk
Penrith could not play their five NSW stars on a recent trip to Auckland and halfback Nathan Cleary hopes that kind of fixturing can be avoided in future.
Broncos stand by ‘legend’ after drink-driving charge
Brisbane Broncos legend Steve Renouf has apologised for "unacceptable" drink-driving after being allegedly caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
‘I replied with an F-bomb’: Papalii to rock for Maroons
It's been a big week for recalled Queensland prop Josh Papalii after he welcomed son Jeremiah into the world and got a stunning call from Billy Slater.
‘A few tears’: Broncos give prop NRL debut after toil
Brisbane will give prop Ben Talty an NRL debut and have recalled veteran centre Delouise Hoeter for the clash with Canterbury after injuries to key men.
Why Lachlan Galvin doubts won’t faze Bulldogs coach
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has come out in defence of the Bulldogs' plan for using highly prized mid-season recruit Lachlan Galvin.
Why Lomax won’t change goal-kicking for Origin III
Zac Lomax was wayward at the kicking tee in the second State of Origin game but won't be tempted to change his technique if called upon to kick in the decider.
Haas ready to face different Shibasaki in Origin arena
Gehamat Shibasaki is one of State of Origin's biggest bolters, but Payne Haas could see the Queenslander was a new man from the moment he returned to Brisbane.
Smith gets key backing as Australia’s next coach
Cameron Munster and Harry Grant have thrown their support behind Cameron Smith as the new Australia coach, explaining why he is the perfect choice for the role.
Penrith 2021 vibes as Blues brave litany of injuries
Three NSW players sat out their first training session in the Blue Mountains and two more were on modified duties, but Liam Martin sees it as history repeating.
The Bodyguard: Papalii hailed as Maroons’ new protector
Josh Papalii has been likened by Cameron Munster to Kevin Costner as the recalled Queensland prop gets set for his own bodyguard role in the Origin decider.
Roofer to NRLW: Cronulla young gun does it all
The Sharks' Georgia Hannaway is stepping up as a key playmaker for the 2025 NRLW season after the departure of her former co-captain.
Dolphins suffer another injury blow to star playmaker
The Dolphins will be looking for a new halves partner for Isaiya Katoa after Kodi Nikorima was ruled out for six weeks with a torn hamstring.
Hidden heartache behind Gosiewski’s super Broncos form
Brisbane forward Jack Gosiewski thinks about his parents before every game after the death of both his father and mother since joining the club last year.