LeagueNews.co

Melbourne's reported $750,000-a-season extension offer has been rejected by Cameron Munster, who earns $1.1 million annually. His Storm contract runs through 2027, while the tax-free appeal of expansion side PNG...

Canterbury Bulldogs Penrith Panthers

Canterbury sign Panthers' Jesse McLean

LeagueNews.co10:42, October 9, 202610:55, October 9, 2026

Penrith released 21-year-old Jesse McLean, who was contracted through 2028 and wants more NRL game time. Canterbury has signed him for 2027 and 2028, with centre or wing positions available...

Parramatta Eels

Parramatta CEO vows tough calls

Robbie Hamilton10:40, October 9, 202610:55, October 9, 2026

St Helens claimed five premierships during Mike Rush's leadership, including four consecutive grand final wins from 2019 to 2022. The club also defeated Penrith in the 2023 World Club Challenge....

South Sydney Rabbitohs

South Sydney delays Mitchell extension talks

LeagueNews.co9:52, October 9, 20269:55, October 9, 2026

The Perth Bears are understood to be ready to pursue Latrell Mitchell as a marquee signing while assembling their NRL squad. Mitchell is contracted to South Sydney through the end...

Penrith Panthers

Penrith Panthers seek next-season fan input

LeagueNews.co9:14, October 9, 20269:25, October 9, 2026

Fans who complete the Panthers' annual survey by Tuesday 27 October will enter a draw to win one of four Panther Shop gift cards, each worth $500. The club will...

NRL News

Rugby World Cup gives Sydney NRL final edge

LeagueNews.co9:02, October 9, 20269:10, October 9, 2026

Brisbane's bid to host the 2027 NRL Grand Final faces a major obstacle from Rugby World Cup scheduling. Suncorp Stadium has 10 World Cup matches, including fixtures on October 2...

NRL News

Walsh's Kangaroos dream comes full circle

Robbie Hamilton8:58, October 9, 20269:10, October 9, 2026

Reece Walsh is nearing his first World Cup after experiencing international football for the first time in last year's Ashes series. The 24-year-old will represent the Australian Kangaroos as they...

Sydney Roosters

Townsville move offers Roosters prospect NRL chance

LeagueNews.co8:12, October 9, 20268:25, October 9, 2026

Jake Elliot's versatility could strengthen North Queensland's options at hooker as he begins a new chapter with the Cowboys. The former Sydney Roosters utility has agreed to an early release...

Newcastle Knights

Harry Grant open to Newcastle move

Robbie Hamilton7:18, October 9, 20267:25, October 9, 2026

Newcastle could pursue Melbourne captain Harry Grant as the Knights prepare for next season, when they are considered among the premiership contenders. CODE Sports reported that Grant, previously believed to...

NRL News

Australia's unteachable 1992 World Cup pass

Robbie Hamilton5:38, October 9, 20265:40, October 9, 2026

Australia completed an unbeaten run through eight World Cup matches before earning the right to host the 1992 final. The campaign had begun in 1989, with teams meeting home and...

Parramatta Eels Sydney Roosters

Parramatta sign Roosters forward Spencer Leniu

Robbie Hamilton4:56, October 9, 20265:15, October 9, 2026

Spencer Leniu is currently with Samoa as the team prepares for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, before joining Parramatta's pre-season training later this year. The 26-year-old will move from...

South Sydney Rabbitohs

South Sydney's Mitchell Sidesteps Future Questions

Robbie Hamilton17:58, October 8, 202618:10, October 8, 2026

The Perth Bears have emerged as a possible destination for Latrell Mitchell, with the club understood to be prepared to offer him more than $1 million a season. Mitchell is...

Sydney Roosters

Roosters' Talau eyes bigger role

LeagueNews.co16:22, October 8, 202616:25, October 8, 2026

The Roosters face major changes to their backline before the 2027 NRL season, with Mark Nawaqanitawase departing for rugby union and Daniel Tupou retiring. Hugo Savala is likely to return...

PNG Chiefs

V'Landys hits back over PNG Chiefs

LeagueNews.co15:32, October 8, 202615:45, October 8, 2026

New Zealand Rugby has launched legal action against the PNG Chiefs over the NRL club's planned name. The Hamilton-based Super Rugby Chiefs hold intellectual property rights to their name and...

NRL News

Wallabies weigh Nawaqanitawase Test return

Robbie Hamilton14:34, October 8, 202614:50, October 8, 2026

Les Kiss expects to speak with Mark Nawaqanitawase about a possible Wallabies return before Australia's November Tests against England, Scotland and Wales. The 26-year-old had said he planned to wait...

PNG Chiefs

Waikato Chiefs challenge PNG team's name

LeagueNews.co13:54, October 8, 202614:00, October 8, 2026

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape announced the name "Chiefs" for the country's new National Rugby League franchise in 2025. New Zealand Rugby has filed proceedings in New Zealand's...

NRL News

World Cup's impact on 2027 NRL clubs

LeagueNews.co13:52, October 8, 202614:00, October 8, 2026

With all ten Rugby League World Cup squads confirmed, attention turns to how international selections may affect clubs before the 2027 NRL season. Mandatory annual leave could keep players out...

Canberra Raiders

Canberra Raiders span World Cup squads

Robbie Hamilton13:32, October 8, 202613:45, October 8, 2026

Canberra Raiders players will feature across men's and women's international squads at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. New Zealand captain Joe Tapine is set to play his third World...

Parramatta Eels

Parramatta sign Leniu for bigger role

Robbie Hamilton12:58, October 8, 202613:10, October 8, 2026

Spencer Leniu ran for 92 metres in 24 minutes during the grand final and is now set for a more prominent role at Parramatta. The Eels confirmed the four-time premiership-winning...

New Zealand Warriors

NZ Warriors retain Berry for 2027

LeagueNews.co12:12, October 8, 202612:15, October 8, 2026

Berry has played 52 NRL games and scored 13 tries, but did not appear in the competition during 2026. The injury-prone outside back managed six NSW Cup matches while trying...

New Zealand Warriors

NZ Warriors extend injury-hit Rocco Berry

Robbie Hamilton12:04, October 8, 202612:15, October 8, 2026

All six of Rocco Berry's appearances in 2026 came for the New South Wales Cup side, after injury sidelined the 25-year-old centre for much of the season. The Warriors have...

PNG Chiefs

PNG Chiefs' Kumuls contingent takes shape

LeagueNews.co12:02, October 8, 202612:15, October 8, 2026

Rhyse Martin will represent Papua New Guinea at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup as he prepares to end his playing career. Martin, who made his international debut in 2014,...

Penrith Panthers

Panthers injury prompts World Rugby hip-drop ban

Robbie Hamilton11:26, October 8, 202611:40, October 8, 2026

Professional rugby union will classify hip-drop tackles as dangerous play from November 1, World Rugby announced Thursday. The ban will begin before the remaining Nations Championship Tests, following discussion at...

PNG Chiefs

PNG Chiefs name faces legal challenge

Robbie Hamilton11:20, October 8, 202611:25, October 8, 2026

A Super Rugby franchise based in New Zealand's Waikato region has long used the Chiefs name, prompting objections to the NRL's choice of branding for its incoming team. New Zealand...