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Darren Mooney praised Tuku Hau Tapuha's development, noting he started in the front row for Newtown's 2024 premiership-winning campaign and this year's Grand Final. Cronulla has signed the 24-year-old forward...

NRL News

Australia's Jillaroos eye Wales rout

Robbie Hamilton5:48, October 29, 20265:55, October 29, 2026

Julia Robinson will miss the rest of the World Cup after dislocating her wrist against England, with scans later revealing ligament damage but no fracture. The injury has brought Canberra...

Newcastle Knights

Newcastle battle to keep Bradman Best

LeagueNews.co5:44, October 29, 20265:55, October 29, 2026

Parramatta have identified Newcastle centre Bradman Best as a recruitment target, as they seek to strengthen across the field in the coming free-agency period. Best is reportedly leaning towards leaving...

NRL News

Australia's Halfback Race Faces Walker Question

Robbie Hamilton5:40, October 29, 20265:55, October 29, 2026

Fiji were still in contention to defeat Australia with 10 minutes remaining at Suncorp Stadium, and had performed better for much of the match. That contest offered a counterpoint to...

NRL News

England face daunting semi-final hurdle

Robbie Hamilton5:36, October 29, 20265:40, October 29, 2026

After missing England's opening defeat by Tonga, Mikey Lewis scored twice in a 21-minute cameo during the 82-0 win over France. The Hull KR half-back, Super League's 2025 Man of...

NRL News

Tonga's Wong credits Leniu's support

Robbie Hamilton4:52, October 29, 20264:55, October 29, 2026

Siua Wong will face Spencer Leniu on Sunday for the first time since the pair spent three years as Roosters teammates. The 23-year-old Tonga back-rower is looking forward to the...

New Zealand Warriors

Kiwi Ferns eye Waaka's scoring streak

LeagueNews.co23:40, October 28, 202623:45, October 28, 2026

The Kiwi Ferns have booked a semi-final place after beating Fiji and France, scoring 110 points and conceding 10. Stacey Waaka has nine tries in 10 NRLW appearances this year...

New Zealand Warriors

Kiwi Ferns' Atai follows mother's legacy

LeagueNews.co22:50, October 28, 202623:00, October 28, 2026

Kaiyah Atai scored a try, made three line breaks and assisted another in the Kiwi Ferns' record 92-0 defeat of France. The Warriors back-rower had made her debut in New...

Sydney Roosters

Sydney Roosters vacancy sparks Cherry-Evans speculation

Robbie Hamilton19:48, October 28, 202620:00, October 28, 2026

Hull FC has signed up 6,000 season members, reaching two-thirds of last year's total less than a month after memberships went on sale. The club expects to sell out before...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Redcliffe act early on Tabuai-Fidow

LeagueNews.co18:54, October 28, 202618:55, October 28, 2026

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow scored 14 tries, set up 12 more and broke 89 tackles in 21 appearances for the Dolphins in 2026. The 25-year-old has agreed to a long-term extension, with...

Sydney Roosters

Sydney Roosters future clouds Sam Walker

Robbie Hamilton18:08, October 28, 202618:10, October 28, 2026

The Ipswich Jets remain firmly in contention to become the NRL's 20th franchise in 2029, with a decision from Peter V'landys and colleagues possible as early as Christmas. Former Queensland...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Tonga's Katoa returns for Samoa clash

LeagueNews.co16:52, October 28, 202616:55, October 28, 2026

Tonga and Samoa meet on Sunday with a semi-final place at stake, and both enter the clash unbeaten in the Rugby League World Cup. Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa returns from...

Penrith Panthers

Penrith face looming contract decisions

LeagueNews.co16:24, October 28, 202616:25, October 28, 2026

November 1, 2026, looms as Ivan Cleary enters his final season as Penrith coach. Twelve Panthers are off contract at the end of 2027: Paul Alamoti, Zakauri Clarke, Jack Cogger,...

Wests Tigers

Frizell's final chapter at Wests Tigers

Robbie Hamilton15:38, October 28, 202615:45, October 28, 2026

Tonga need a win over Samoa on Sunday to reach the World Cup semi-finals, a stage they have not made since 2017. Tyson Frizell, 35, is part of the side's...

Gold Coast Titans

Gold Coast Titans' Harrison dilemma

LeagueNews.co15:34, October 28, 202615:45, October 28, 2026

Zane Harrison is expected to stay with the Gold Coast Titans, complicating the PNG Chiefs' search for a halfback. Reports said he sought about $900,000 per season to renew his...

Sydney Roosters

Sydney Roosters, Walker hit contract impasse

Robbie Hamilton14:42, October 28, 202614:55, October 28, 2026

The Roosters privately rated Sam Walker behind James Tedesco, Mark Nawaqanitawase, Robert Toia and Naufahu Whyte among the club's talent, according to sources not authorised to speak publicly. Despite the...

NRL News

Walker contract row shadows Kangaroos selection

Robbie Hamilton13:58, October 28, 202614:10, October 28, 2026

Latrell Mitchell's absence from Australia's team to face the Cook Islands has prompted questions about the Kangaroos' left-edge and centre selections. Coach Kevin Walters named Kotoni Staggs and Bradman Best,...

Melbourne Storm

Melbourne Storm offer deals to stars

LeagueNews.co13:54, October 28, 202613:55, October 28, 2026

Melbourne has opened extension discussions with winger Xavier Coates, who is recovering from a prolonged Achilles injury complicated by setbacks, CODE Sports reports. The club is also offering Cameron Munster...

St George Illawarra Dragons

Wheelchair Dragons span World Cup rivals

LeagueNews.co13:24, October 28, 202613:25, October 28, 2026

The Wheelchair Dragons narrowly missed out to South Sydney Rabbitohs in the NSW Cup Wheelchair Grand Final before several players earned World Cup selections. Cory Cannane will represent Australia at...

Sydney Roosters

Sydney Roosters' Walker yet to call Robinson

Robbie Hamilton13:00, October 28, 202613:10, October 28, 2026

Phil Rothfield stepped away from filming for five minutes after receiving a call from Roosters coach Trent Robinson, he later told a special Wednesday edition of NRL 360. Rothfield said...

NRL News

Fiji's Prest faces World Cup exit

Robbie Hamilton12:18, October 28, 202612:31, October 28, 2026

Mitchell Prest is set to leave Australia for a two-year deal with Warrington Wolves in the Super League next season, having played in the Queensland Cup for the Mackey Cutters....

NRL News

New Zealand's bond faces World Cup pressure

LeagueNews.co12:14, October 28, 202612:31, October 28, 2026

New Zealand's leaders are urging the squad to stick together when tournament pressure rises, forward Tanner Stowers-Smith says. Reflecting on the Kiwis' performance against the Cook Islands, the 22-year-old pointed...

Perth Bears

Perth Bears open Burton talks

Robbie Hamilton12:12, October 28, 202612:30, October 28, 2026

South Sydney has offered Cody Walker a deal containing an option for a second season. If activated, it would make him the equal oldest player in NRL history. Meanwhile, the...

South Sydney Rabbitohs

South Sydney's Sam Walker price dilemma

LeagueNews.co11:24, October 28, 202611:25, October 28, 2026

South Sydney's plans to bring Payne Haas to Heffron Park in 2027 have helped rule out a move for Sam Walker, whose expected asking price would stretch the club's budget....