St George Illawarra's Ennis exit explained
The Dragons improved late in 2026, and Dean Young became permanent head coach after taking charge midseason. He replaced Shane Flanagan, sacked two months into the season after a 0-7...
New Zealand eligibility shift opens Ponga's path
A February change to State of Origin eligibility rules made it possible for Kalyn Ponga to represent New Zealand internationally while still playing for Queensland. The rule change allows players...
NRL clubs' defining 2026 what-if moments
Supporters of one of the 17 clubs can claim a 'one-up' over their friends for the next 12 months as the 2026 season ends. Fans of the other 16 are...
Perth Bears CEO quits amid board rift
Gareth Holmes will lead the Perth Bears as interim CEO after Anthony De Ceglie announced he was leaving the position on Friday. The club said it would provide further details...
Perth Bears CEO steps down
Perth Bears general manager of football Gareth Holmes is due to take over as interim CEO in the coming weeks, while the club searches for a permanent leader. His appointment...
Ponga's long-awaited New Zealand debut
Kalyn Ponga is set to represent New Zealand for the first time in Thursday's Rugby League World Cup opener against the Kangaroos at Sydney's Allianz Stadium. The New Zealand-raised fullback...
Melbourne Storm lowball Munster over contract
Munster's contract expires in 2027, the likely end of Craig Bellamy's Storm tenure, but Melbourne has not named a successor. Munster told The Daily Telegraph there was "no real inkling...
South Sydney Relied on Aitken's Versatility
In 2026, Euan Aitken featured in 18 NRL matches for South Sydney, splitting his duties between the second row and interchange. The Scottish international scored six tries and recorded a...
Bondi's Tedesco eyes one last season
James Tedesco is backing the Roosters' young talent to sustain their premiership success after several senior players left the club. Spencer Leniu is joining Parramatta, Angus Crichton and Mark Nawaqanitawase...
Elliott linked with North Queensland move
Nafua Whyte won the Roosters' Jack Gibson Medal as the club's player of the year after the grand final, while Tedesco drew the night's plaudits. Mark Nawaqanitawase received the clubman...
Fiji World Cup side missing stars
Fiji meet the Cook Islands, Australia and New Zealand on October 18, 25 and 31, respectively, in Newcastle, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Fiji will miss Jahream Bula and Viliame...
Tonga clear Amone, cut Fotuaika
Talatau Amone, deregistered from the NRL after an off-field incident, has been cleared to represent Tonga at the Rugby League World Cup. He began his comeback in Queensland Cup this...
Canterbury sign Jesse McLean from Panthers
Jesse McLean helped Penrith win the NSW Cup premiership before securing a two-year deal with Canterbury-Bankstown. In 21 appearances, the 21-year-old scored 16 tries and made 15 linebreaks, averaging five...
NRL plans summit on hip-drop tackles
World Rugby moved on Thursday to ban hip-drop tackles in the 15-player code for the first time. The NRL outlawed the tackle in 2020, but it continues to happen weekly....
Harry Grant open to Newcastle switch
Newcastle could become an option for Harry Grant if he cannot agree a new contract with Melbourne, according to a News Corp report. The Knights, 2026 grand finalists, may need...
Gold Coast Titan agent rejects $900k rumours
Zane Harrison's agent says reports of a $900,000 annual asking price are false, amid speculation about the Gold Coast Titans half's next contract. "Those figures of $900,000 that were written...
Newcastle Knights pair set for Samoa debuts
Born in New Zealand, Francis Manuleleua could have represented the Kiwis but chose Samoa for his international career. The 22-year-old Newcastle forward and teammate Jermaine McEwen are set to debut...
Meninga predicts Perth Bears mania
The North Sydney Bears won competitions in 1921 and 1992, and were among the NSWRL's foundation clubs. Their brand could reach a new generation when the Perth Bears enter the...
PNG Chiefs face NZR legal challenge
The Papua New Guinea NRL franchise plans to unveil its logo and jersey later this month, alongside a Rugby League World Cup match in Port Moresby on Saturday, October 24....
Melbourne uncertainty puts Munster on market
November 1 falls during the World Cup, when Cameron Munster and 10 other Kangaroos players can begin speaking with rival clubs. The 32-year-old Queensland captain said a move to Sydney...
Melbourne's Munster leaves Sydney door open
Justin Caines has confirmed that Cameron Munster turned down a two-year Melbourne Storm offer worth about $750,000 per season, a reduction of roughly $350,000. The 32-year-old has one year remaining...
Munster weighs Melbourne Storm future
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 sign Panthers' Jesse McLean
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 CEO vows tough calls
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....