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The Cowboys' 2027 changes include a reshaped high-performance unit. Paul Bowman, the club's long-serving head of performance, will become general manager of elite player development. Pat Kenny returns to take...

Newcastle Knights

Newcastle coach backs big-game ban deferrals

Robbie Hamilton15:48, November 5, 202616:00, November 5, 2026

Nathan Cleary needs multiple surgeries for a leg fracture suffered in the tackle that sent Phoenix Crossland off during Newcastle's preliminary final against Penrith. The Panthers halfback is targeting a...

Cronulla Sharks PNG Chiefs

Cronulla's Nikora draws PNG Chiefs interest

LeagueNews.co15:44, November 5, 202616:00, November 5, 2026

The PNG Chiefs have spent over $4 million, a third of their cap, yet still need a halfback, hooker and forwards. They see Cronulla second-rower Briton Nikora starting beside Hudson...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins teammates become World Cup rivals

LeagueNews.co15:22, November 5, 202615:25, November 5, 2026

Samoa have changed their halves ahead of a World Cup semi-final, naming Ronald Volkman at five-eighth after Chanel Harris-Tavita suffered a hamstring injury. Four nations remain in contention, with Saturday's...

NRL News

Kiwis cautious over Ponga's return

Robbie Hamilton14:58, November 5, 202615:10, November 5, 2026

Kalyn Ponga has trained well this week, but New Zealand coach Stacey Jones says the fullback must clear more checks before Saturday's semi-final. Jones has also sought advice from Jahrome...

Manly Sea Eagles

Manly offer Trbojevic two-year deal

LeagueNews.co14:54, November 5, 202614:55, November 5, 2026

Tom Trbojevic has scored seven tries for Australia at the World Cup, tying him for the tournament lead. Despite being eligible to negotiate with rival NRL clubs for 2028, the...

Canberra Raiders

Canberra Raiders open to Young release

LeagueNews.co14:04, November 5, 202614:10, November 5, 2026

The NRL will count Hudson Young at $1 million against the salary cap, even if the second-rower agrees to a $900,000 deal with the PNG Chiefs. "the salary-cap auditor has...

Canterbury Bulldogs

Canterbury Bulldogs great Paul Langmack dies

Robbie Hamilton13:18, November 5, 202613:25, November 5, 2026

Paul Langmack captained Canterbury 13 times and played a club-record 84 consecutive first-grade games for the Bulldogs. The three-time premiership winner died suddenly on Thursday morning, aged 61; he reportedly...

Canterbury Bulldogs

Canterbury Bulldogs legend Paul Langmack dies

Robbie Hamilton12:28, November 5, 202612:45, November 5, 2026

Paul Langmack played 311 NSWRL first-grade matches, including 174 for Canterbury between 1982 and 1990, when he won three premierships. He later made 137 appearances for Western Suburbs, represented the...

Brisbane Broncos

London Broncos or Hunters for Voro?

LeagueNews.co12:24, November 5, 202612:25, November 5, 2026

Gairo Voro has signed a development deal with the PNG Chiefs for 2028, with a possible upgrade to a Top 30 role if he progresses quickly. For 2027, PNG Kumuls...

NRL News

Kangaroos coach answers culture claims

Robbie Hamilton10:44, November 5, 202610:46, November 5, 2026

Kotoni Staggs said his choice not to sing Australia's anthem did not diminish his gratitude or pride in representing the Kangaroos. "I'm a proud Wirajudri boy and I'm proud of...

Canterbury Bulldogs

Canterbury great Paul Langmack dies aged 61

Robbie Hamilton10:36, November 5, 202610:45, November 5, 2026

Paul Langmack won premierships with Canterbury in 1984, 1985 and 1988, playing 174 games for the club during its 'Dogs of War' era. He also made 137 appearances for Western...

Canterbury Bulldogs

Canterbury Bulldogs mourn Langmack's sudden passing

Robbie Hamilton10:32, November 5, 202610:45, November 5, 2026

Langmack played 174 first-grade games in eight Canterbury seasons, winning titles in 1984, 1985 and 1988. He died on Thursday morning aged 61, reportedly from a massive heart attack. His...

Perth Bears

Perth Bears appoint Rea as CEO

Robbie Hamilton9:54, November 5, 202610:01, November 5, 2026

The full NRL draw for 2027 is scheduled to be announced on Monday, November 16. Perth Bears are tipped to host South Sydney in Round 1. As the club's first...

Canterbury Bulldogs

Bulldogs legend Langmack dies at 61

LeagueNews.co9:51, November 5, 202610:00, November 5, 2026

The Bulldogs confirmed on Thursday morning that Paul Langmack had died of a heart attack, aged 61. His first-grade career spanned 1983 to 1999 with the Bulldogs, Magpies and Roosters....

NRL News

New Zealand face tougher Tonga test

Robbie Hamilton9:38, November 5, 20269:40, November 5, 2026

Stacey Jones praised Tonga's performance against Samoa last week, calling the Pacific rivals' encounter a compelling spectacle. The Kiwis coach expects another step up when New Zealand meets Tonga in...

Canberra Raiders

Australia's Strange handed surprise lock role

Robbie Hamilton9:26, November 5, 20269:40, November 5, 2026

John Strange handed his son Ethan his Australian jersey in the Townsville sheds before the 22-year-old's international debut. "My dad's not a very emotional person, so to see him in...

Newcastle Knights

Cooper Votano returns to Newcastle

LeagueNews.co8:56, November 5, 20269:10, November 5, 2026

Cooper Votano is set to return to Newcastle's pathways in 2027, after leaving the Knights for Melbourne Storm's system at the end of 2025. His management confirmed the move, with...

NRL News

Kiwis' Hughes shares Ponga comeback lesson

Robbie Hamilton7:58, November 5, 20268:11, November 5, 2026

Jahrome Hughes, who recovered from a fractured left forearm in 22 days, says confidence is vital for Kalyn Ponga's return. Hughes feared his 2025 season was over after breaking his...

NRL News

New Zealand No 9 battle reignites

Robbie Hamilton5:38, November 5, 20265:41, November 5, 2026

Phoenix Crossland is back in contention for New Zealand after completing a four-game suspension, though coach Stacey Jones has yet to decide his role. Crossland is on the extended bench...

NRL News

Kangaroos hit back over passion claims

Robbie Hamilton5:30, November 5, 20265:41, November 5, 2026

Emotional scenes surrounding Tonga's match against Samoa have prompted calls for the NRL to take the game to the United States. The semi-final weekend is also expected to feature Tongan...

NRL News

Kiwis' Nicoll-Klokstad faces friend in semi-final

Robbie Hamilton5:26, November 5, 20265:40, November 5, 2026

Ronaldo Mulitalo's suspension has moved Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad to the wing for New Zealand's Rugby League World Cup semi-final against Tonga. Mulitalo received a one-match ban for a high tackle on...

NRL News

Queensland Reds tour tests Pritchard's comeback hopes

Robbie Hamilton4:48, November 5, 20265:00, November 5, 2026

Treyvon Pritchard and his brother Kadin committed to Rugby Australia in July, despite interest from the incoming PNG Chiefs and, for Treyvon, the Sydney Roosters. The younger Pritchard is contracted...

Perth Bears

Perth Bears appoint Rea amid turmoil

Robbie Hamilton4:36, November 5, 20264:40, November 5, 2026

The November 1 opening of the player market gives Perth Bears chief executive Tony Rea an opportunity to pursue star recruits before the club's 2027 NRL debut. The Bears, set...