Newcastle CEO Parr linked to Bears
Perth Bears have opened applications for a chief executive, giving prospective candidates ten days to apply. The vacancy follows Anthony De Ceglie's resignation last week. The Daily Telegraph reports Newcastle...
Parramatta retain Paulo amid Bears interest
Junior Paulo is expected to lead Parramatta's front row in 2027 alongside new recruit and fellow Toa Samoa forward Spencer Leniu. The veteran prop has agreed to remain with the...
Perth Bears seek CEO after resignation
Gareth Holmes, the Perth Bears' General Manager of Football, will serve as interim chief executive until a permanent appointment is made. The club's board has begun seeking a successor to...
Perth Bears coaching relationship under scrutiny
Perth Bears have begun searching for a chief executive before playing their first match, after Anthony De Ceglie resigned on Friday night. Appointed in May 2025, De Ceglie left amid...
V'landys downplays Perth Bears tensions
The Perth Bears are again without a chief executive after Anthony De Ceglie resigned on Friday night, having lost the backing of the club's board. The NRL-owned expansion side is...
Perth Bears CEO quits amid board rift
Perth Bears general manager of football Gareth Holmes will serve as interim chief executive after Anthony De Ceglie resigned Friday evening, weeks before preseason training. The departure followed a breakdown...
Perth Bears face leadership void
The Perth Bears' inaugural squad begins pre-season next month, and chief executive Anthony De Ceglie's resignation leaves the club facing a leadership vacancy. NRL boss Peter V'landys appointed De Ceglie...
Perth Bears CEO lacked board support
The Australian Rugby League Commission owns the Perth Bears franchise, and its chairman, Peter V'landys, appointed Anthony De Ceglie. De Ceglie has now stepped down as the club's chief executive,...
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...
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...
Perth Bears' Meninga rejects CEO claims
The ARL Commission, rather than the Perth Bears board, controls appointments such as the club's chief executive, head coach and head of football under the constitution, as the NRL owns...
Penrith lose three to Perth Bears
Perth Bears have signed three Panthers before their inaugural season. Penrith announced six exits Tuesday after its preliminary-final defeat to Newcastle. Nearly all are headed to Perth or Canterbury-Bankstown. Jack...
England, New Zealand name Smithies, Sorensen
Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea will host the Rugby League World Cup, which begins on Thursday 15 October with Australia meeting New Zealand at Allianz Stadium. The final...
Perth Bears CEO faces three-month test
Perth appointed Gareth Holmes head of football after David Sharpe's brief stint in the role. Reports since the Bears' election describe an 'uneasy' relationship between Mal Meninga and Ben Gardiner....
Perth Bears Loom Over Mitchell's Future
Perth's expansion Bears may have identified Latrell Mitchell as the marquee signing needed to reshape perceptions of their entry into the NRL. Reports at CODE Sports say the club is...
South Sydney Face Perth's Mitchell Bid
Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga is preparing a multimillion-dollar bid for South Sydney centre Latrell Mitchell, according to The Courier Mail. Mitchell, 29, remains contracted only through 2027, making him...
Meninga's Words Draw Sexton to Perth
Toby Sexton will return to the NRL with Perth in 2026 after Mal Meninga convinced him the expansion club was the right destination. The 25-year-old endured a difficult 2025 at...
Meninga's Words Draw Sexton to Perth Bears
Toby Sexton believes Perth's new NRL team can thrive despite entering its first season without a marquee signing. The 25-year-old will join the Bears next year, having been persuaded by...
Perth Bears Sign First WA Teenager
The Bears want their own Perth under-19s SG Ball team competing in NSW by 2029. The plan forms part of a wider development strategy before Perth's NRL entry next year....
Perth Bears Add Puru for 2027
Perth Bears general manager Gareth Holmes says the club remains active in the player market after securing Niwhai Puru and Jack Cole on multi-year contracts. Puru will join Perth in...
Perth Bears Sign Young Talent Zac Herdegen
The expansion club Perth Bears have added more young talent to their roster as they gear up for their inaugural NRL season in 2027. Talented playmaker Zac Herdegen has signed...
Shibasaki Leaves Broncos for Perth Bears
Gehamat Shibasaki is set to join the Perth Bears, expressing his enthusiasm for representing the new team. The 28-year-old centre, previously with the Brisbane Broncos, has voiced his eagerness to...
Perth Bears Sign Herdegen and Lipowicz
In a significant move, the Perth Bears have secured the signatures of playmaker Zac Herdegen and international edge backrower Zac Lipowicz. This recruitment strategy aims to finalize their Top 30...