Ladder Shakers: 2026 NRL: Wide-Open Season Ahead
FIVE NRL game changers: The most critical signings who could shake the ladder The 2026 NRL season looks set to deliver thrilling, unpredictable rugby league that will captivate fans. After...
Puzzling Haas: Walters: I Could Have Kept Haas
Kevin Walters, who lost the Broncos job last year, says the way Payne Haas's exit unfolded has left him bewildered. Haas will leave Brisbane after 2026 to join South Sydney,...
Cleary Backed: Jett Cleary poised for NRL debut
Rocco Berry has expressed confidence that young halfback Jett Cleary will force his way into the NRL picture in 2026 and begin carving out his own identity at the top...
Signing Secrets: Haas Leaves Broncos For Bennett
The NRL community was stunned on Sunday when Payne Haas, a premiership-winning prop for the Broncos, confirmed he will leave the club at season's end to sign a three-year deal...
Sharks Injured: Katoa Surgery Opens Sharks Wing Race
The Cronulla Sharks have suffered a major setback on the eve of their preseason trials after winger Sione Katoa dislocated his shoulder and faces immediate surgery. The injury removes a...
Ponga Switch: Kalyn Ponga Open To New Zealand
Kalyn Ponga has confirmed he is open to representing New Zealand in international rugby league. The Newcastle Knights fullback was born in Port Hedland and has both Australian and New...
Still Playing: Damien Cook Eyes 2027 Extension
St George Illawarra hooker Damien Cook is approaching his 11th NRL season and aims to remain on the field. The Dragons began talks during the off-season about a one-year extension...
Haas Commits: Haas joins Rabbitohs for Bennett reunion
'He shook Wayne's hand': Why Haas won't backflip on Souths deal. Payne Haas' manager says the chance to reunite with Wayne Bennett drove the unexpected move to South Sydney and...
Forward injured: Manly's Navale Suffers ACL Rupture
The Manly Sea Eagles face a setback as lock Caleb Navale has sustained an ACL injury during training. The 24-year-old had been making the most of limited NRL chances and...
Fainu Signs: Tigers re-sign Fainu brothers
Wests Tigers have locked Sione Fainu into a fresh three-year deal that will keep him at the club beyond the 2026 season. The 24-year-old joins brothers Latu and Samuela, who...
Contract Reasons: Bennett, Not Money, Lures Haas
Wayne Bennett, rather than money, prompted Payne Haas to agree to a switch to the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Haas has committed to a three-year deal with the Rabbitohs, a move...
Luai's Plan: Wests Tigers' Halves Uncertainty Grows
The Wests Tigers endured off-field turmoil from summer optimism to mid-season chaos that forced the club into unexpected changes. The 13th-place finish in 2025 showed progress after years near the...
Lomax Ban: Lomax Banned From Training Until Trial
Zac Lomax's pathway back to the NRL has been complicated by a fresh ruling that bars him from training with any club until his court case concludes. The winger was...
Broncos Bid: Payne Haas Agrees Rabbitohs Deal
Payne Haas has reportedly signed a contract with the South Sydney Rabbitohs for the 2027, 2028 and 2029 seasons, though the club has only been able to lodge the paperwork...
Lomax Dilemma: NRL urges caution after Lomax standoff
Andrew Abdo has said he does not want elite players excluded from the NRL, but stressed any reform to contracting rules after the Zac Lomax dispute would require careful consideration....
Player Responds: David Mead Chases Off Intruders
Former NRL player David Mead confronted intruders after a break-in attempt at his family home in the early hours. He and his family were sleeping when noises roused them shortly...
Haas Surprise: 2:20pm Bombshell Rocks NRL
"I had no idea": Souths players share reaction to Haas signing February 8 arrived without fanfare and with no obvious signs that anything major was about to happen. The day...
Haas Clause: Broncos Offer Payne Haas Five-Year Deal
The Payne Haas situation could yet take another turn. Brisbane have reportedly tabled a five-year offer in an attempt to convince their marquee prop to remain at the club. Although...
No Rift: Reynolds: Haas Exit Not Maguire Fallout
Adam Reynolds, who is retiring as captain, said Brisbane teammates were stunned when Payne Haas confirmed he had signed with South Sydney. Reynolds rejected suggestions the departure was caused by...
Bulldogs Bill: Vegas bench rule hits Bulldogs
LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick The Bulldogs' build-up to their NRL season opener in Las Vegas has been complicated by new interchange regulations that force teams to alter their bench planning....
Reynolds retires: Reynolds Retires After Saving Broncos
LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Adam Reynolds will close out a brilliant career at season's end after executing his task with the Broncos to perfection. He is not finished playing yet...
Coach Withdraws: Ex-NRL Coach Quits Dangerous Run Event
LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe "What the heck am I doing here?": Former NRL star withdraws from coaching controversial event Former Manly Sea Eagles and Wests Tigers forward Josh Aloiai joined...
Trans-Tasman Fix: Origin Game Two at Eden Park
LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy New Zealand has reportedly secured State of Origin Game 2 in 2027, marking the first overseas staging of the interstate series since 1987. The match is...
Reynolds Decision: Adam Reynolds Considering Retirement After 2026
LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Brisbane faces a double setback for 2027 as Adam Reynolds prepares to step away from playing. The veteran halfback, central to the club's 2025 premiership, is...