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Peter V'landys has been credited with helping secure Australian rugby league's $5.3 billion, seven-year broadcast agreement. The Australian Rugby League Commission chairman also played a leading role in keeping the...

NRL News

V'landys Set For Full NRL Control

LeagueNews.co12:44, September 19, 202612:55, September 19, 2026

Andrew Abdo left as NRL chief executive in July after accepting a position with Tennis Australia. His departure preceded Saturday morning's unanimous agreement by NRL club chairs to install Peter...

NRL News

NRL Club Points-Scorers Quiz

LeagueNews.co11:44, September 19, 202611:55, September 19, 2026

NRL scoring records reflect more than one path to success. Some leading scorers accumulated points by crossing the try line, while others relied on accurate goal-kicking over many seasons. The...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Secure Cobbo, Finefeuiaki Extensions

Robbie Hamilton10:48, September 19, 202610:55, September 19, 2026

The Dolphins have secured Selwyn Cobbo through the end of 2031 and extended forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki for two additional seasons. The announcements strengthen the club's roster ahead of its first...

Newcastle Knights

Newcastle Knights' Fight for Identity

Robbie Hamilton10:40, September 19, 202610:40, September 19, 2026

South Sydney arrived in Newcastle believing their season could carry them into September, led by Latrell Mitchell, Cody Walker, Cameron Murray and David Fifita. The Rabbitohs brought strong expectations and...

Newcastle Knights

Newcastle Back Ponga For Semi-Final

LeagueNews.co10:26, September 19, 202610:40, September 19, 2026

Justin Holbrook's attacking system has helped Kalyn Ponga produce his most influential club season, with Newcastle now preparing for a semi-final against the Warriors at Eden Park. The sold-out Auckland...

Manly Sea Eagles

Foran Wants Stewart Back At Manly

LeagueNews.co10:14, September 19, 202610:25, September 19, 2026

Manly has appointed Sir Steve Hansen as head of football, adding the former All Blacks coach to its plans for a new era. Hansen guided New Zealand's men to an...

Penrith Panthers

Penrith's Cleary Faces Finals Targeting

LeagueNews.co9:44, September 19, 20269:55, September 19, 2026

Nathan Cleary is carrying a stress-related foot injury into Penrith's finals campaign, with the problem affecting his kicking against the Sydney Roosters. The Panthers expect their playmaker to appear in...

Sydney Roosters

Sydney Roosters Face Nawaqanitawase Replacement Challenge

LeagueNews.co8:44, September 19, 20268:55, September 19, 2026

Reuben Garrick is positioned to fill the Sydney Roosters' vacant wing spot when Mark Nawaqanitawase returns to Rugby Union in 2027. Replacing Nawaqanitawase's overall impact will nevertheless be difficult after...

NRL News

Manu's Midseason NRL Return Possible

LeagueNews.co6:44, September 19, 20266:55, September 19, 2026

Joseph Manu's French rugby commitments may end early enough for an NRL return during 2027, ahead of his planned move to the PNG Chiefs in 2028. If he becomes available...

Canberra Raiders Wests Tigers

Temara Mastermind Leads Canberra Past Tigers

Robbie Hamilton5:28, September 19, 20265:40, September 19, 2026

Wests Tigers' fairytale 2026 ended at Campbelltown Stadium, where Canberra secured its first NRLW finals victory with a 6-0 result. Zahara Temara's big-game experience shaped the contest, producing the decisive...

Canberra Raiders Wests Tigers

Canberra defence frustrates Tigers

Robbie Hamilton21:50, September 18, 202622:05, September 18, 2026

Canberra secured a place in the NRLW preliminary finals by defeating the Wests Tigers 6-0 at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. The result came during the Raiders' first finals series since their...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Extend Cobbo Deal to 2031

LeagueNews.co19:22, September 18, 202619:25, September 18, 2026

The Dolphins have secured Selwyn Cobbo until the end of 2031, extending his existing contract by four seasons. The 24-year-old had previously re-signed through next year, allowing rival clubs to...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Extend Cobbo Deal Through 2031

LeagueNews.co19:06, September 18, 202619:15, September 18, 2026

Selwyn Cobbo's first Dolphins season has produced 18 tries from 19 appearances, helping earn the winger a long-term future at the club. The 24-year-old has agreed to a four-year contract...

Sydney Roosters

Sydney Roosters Legends Chase Final Title

LeagueNews.co19:02, September 18, 202619:15, September 18, 2026

Millie Elliott and Corban Baxter will leave the NRLW after the 2026 season, ending an era shaped by resilience and shared achievement. The Roosters legends have remained influential through injuries,...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Undergo Significant Squad Changes

LeagueNews.co18:36, September 18, 202618:40, September 18, 2026

The Dolphins' latest squad update includes new arrivals, departures, retirements and a mid-season move involving players from several clubs. Selwyn Cobbo is listed from the Broncos, while Morgan Knowles comes...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Regain Key Players Before Finals

LeagueNews.co18:06, September 18, 202618:10, September 18, 2026

A place in the NRL Preliminary Final will be decided when the Dolphins meet the Warriors in New Zealand on Saturday night. The match will also mark the Dolphins' first...

New Zealand Warriors

New Zealand Warriors Await Ford's Finals Fate

LeagueNews.co17:52, September 18, 202617:55, September 18, 2026

Jackson Ford's ankle injury has ruled him out this weekend, but the New Zealand Warriors have not ended his season. Ford could return for a potential Preliminary Final, or the...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins' Connection Fuels First Finals Challenge

LeagueNews.co17:36, September 18, 202617:40, September 18, 2026

The Dolphins used their 2026 bye periods to explore Tongan, Samoan, Māori, Fijian and Torres Strait Islander cultures within their squad. Captain Isaiya Katoa said that understanding had strengthened relationships...

New Zealand Warriors Newcastle Knights

Newcastle's Attack Transformation Faces Warriors Test

Robbie Hamilton17:26, September 18, 202617:40, September 18, 2026

Newcastle's attacking revival has produced a 12-point increase in average scoring, the fourth-largest improvement in premiership history. The Knights have achieved that despite Kalyn Ponga missing a third of the...

New Zealand Warriors

Warriors Lose Ford to Ankle Injury

LeagueNews.co17:12, September 18, 202617:25, September 18, 2026

The NZ Warriors will meet the Knights in Sunday's elimination semifinal without Jackson Ford, whose comeback lasted just 24 minutes. Ford had missed 10 matches after undergoing pectoral surgery in...

New Zealand Warriors Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Face Warriors In Finals Debut

LeagueNews.co17:06, September 18, 202617:10, September 18, 2026

Jamayne Isaako needs 12 points to become only the fourth player in premiership history to reach 300 points in a season when the Dolphins face the Warriors. The qualifying final...

New Zealand Warriors

Warriors Seek Eden Park History

LeagueNews.co16:42, September 18, 202616:55, September 18, 2026

With 18 wins from 24 regular-season matches, the Warriors have established a club record during Andrew Webster's 2026 campaign. They return to Eden Park on Sunday for a sudden-death semi-final...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins' bravery amid finals chaos

LeagueNews.co16:36, September 18, 202616:40, September 18, 2026

Thomas Flegler left the Dolphins' 26-16 qualifying-final win over the Warriors in Auckland on Saturday night after showing Category 1 concussion symptoms. Flegler collided with Mitch Barnett, while Max Plath...