Newcastle's Ponga's 150-minute Golden Boot bid
Kalyn Ponga received international rugby league's Golden Boot in Brisbane on Thursday night, with the New Zealand squad present to celebrate. The 28-year-old edged Reece Walsh for the award, which...
Bradman Best gives Newcastle first crack
Bradman Best's younger brother Baxter has signed with Newcastle for 2027, giving the centre another reason to consider staying with the Knights. "My brother did just sign with Newy. So...
Newcastle's Best felt disrespected by O'Sullivan
Bradman Best says a reported contract offer worth about $1 million a season over four years was never made. "That hasn't been the case," Best told News Corp. "I don't...
Newcastle coach backs big-game ban deferrals
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...
Cooper Votano returns to Newcastle
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...
Newcastle's Best amid million-dollar contract rumours
Bradman Best is set to start for the Kangaroos against Samoa in Sunday's World Cup semi-final. His Knights contract runs to the end of 2027, and he can negotiate with...
Kenny-Dowall switches Knights for Bondi Roosters
Shaun Kenny-Dowall will return to the Sydney Roosters in 2027 as the club's Academy and Harold Matthews head coach. He confirmed the appointment on LinkedIn after working as a pathways...
Newcastle Knights eye Clune return
Jake Arthur is expected to take on a major playmaking role at Huddersfield in 2027, weakening Adam Clune's prospects of staying. Clune is contracted to the Giants until the end...
Newcastle battle to keep Bradman Best
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...
Bradman Best jabs amid Newcastle contract delay
Newcastle has appointed Anthony Field to replace Peter O'Sullivan, who left the club for a role with the Brisbane Broncos. The change comes as Bradman Best's contract extension talks remain...
Newcastle teen McKay rises through grades
Newcastle is also monitoring Kade McKay's twin, Jett, whose progress as a five-eighth was disrupted by a knee injury this year. Despite the setback delaying his route to a deal...
Newcastle's turnaround leaves stable squad
Newcastle have 20 players committed through 2028, giving the club room to be selective when free agency opens on November 1. That security follows a remarkable 2026 campaign under Justin...
Newcastle centre hints ex-boss stalled deal
Bradman Best will make his Kangaroos debut against Fiji at the World Cup this weekend, with his next club contract also in focus. The 25-year-old centre has a year remaining...
Newcastle's late bid to keep Best
Newcastle have put forward a four-year offer worth about $4 million to keep Bradman Best, according to News Corp. The proposal would start at roughly $820,000 a season, with clauses...
Newcastle's Croker draws rival NRL interest
Newcastle have 19 players already signed for 2028, among the most of any NRL club, but the crowded roster could make it harder to keep Mat Croker. Rival teams are...
Newcastle's Bradman Best feels lowballed
Clubs expect the salary cap to rise 15 to 20 per cent in 2028, following the NRL's $5.3 billion television deal. Bradman Best is expected to enter free agency on...
Newcastle Jets chase trophies after Knights' near-miss
Joe Lolley is the headline addition to the Newcastle Jets, joining former Sydney FC teammates Patrick Wood and Alex Grant. Thirteen players departed during the off-season, including striker Lachie Rose,...
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...
Brisbane Broncos poach Knights' recruitment chief
Brisbane's reported $2.5 million offer is the largest contract ever for an NRL recruitment boss, securing Peter O'Sullivan from Newcastle. The Broncos have confirmed O'Sullivan will become their General Manager...
Newcastle lock Holbrook in through 2030
The Brisbane Broncos signed Newcastle recruitment manager Peter O'Sullivan for next season on a deal reportedly worth $2.5 million, prompting the Knights to secure coach Justin Holbrook through 2030. Holbrook...
Newcastle extend Holbrook after grand final
Newcastle fell 19-18 to the Sydney Roosters in this year's grand final, but the run to the decider has secured coach Justin Holbrook a longer stay. The Knights have extended...
Newcastle eye Holbrook deal after surge
Newcastle faces a recruitment challenge after Brisbane signed away head of recruitment Peter O'Sullivan, a key figure in the Knights' resurgence. The club is now expected to offer coach Justin...
Newcastle Knights face recruitment shake-up
News Corp reported on Friday that Peter O'Sullivan had agreed to a five-year deal to become Brisbane's next Head of Recruitment. The Broncos won the 2025 Grand Final but are...
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...