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League of their own: the NRL Indigenous All Stars vs Māori match is much more than a novelty

This weekend’s National Rugby League clash between the Indigenous All Stars and the New Zealand Māori men’s and women’s sides marks a decade-and-a-half of recognising a unique aspect of the trans-Tasman game.

The Conversation · Feb 12

Traded like assets, expected to be loyal: the unique double standard of being an Australian footy player

Few issues in Australian sport generate as much media noise or emotional fan reactions as player movement, especially in our major winter codes the National Rugby League (NRL) and Australian Football League (AFL).

The Conversation · Apr 11, 2025

AFL and NRL pre-seasons are among the longest in world sport – here’s why

Australia’s love affair with the major football codes – the Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) – is well documented. However, one aspect that stands out to many observers, particularly those overseas, is the length of these leagues’ pre-seasons.

The Conversation · Feb 17, 2025

Security, visas and rugby league: Anthony Albanese unveils recipe for refreshing PNG ties

Mr Albanese's visit is the first by an Australian PM to PNG in four years.

The New Daily · Jan 12, 2023

Albanese wants PNG-based team in NRL

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has used a major speech to call for a Papua New Guinea-based, Pacific Islander team to be included in the National Rugby League.

AAP · Jan 12, 2023

‘Now is the time’: Richard Marles has met NRL to push for Papua New Guinea team

On visit to Port Moresby, defence minister says ‘it would be so meaningful’ for PNG to become National Rugby League’s 18th team

The Guardian - AU · Oct 13, 2022

NRL suspends Newcastle Knights player Caitlin Moran following social media controversy

"Moran today met with National Rugby League chief executive officer Andrew Abdo to discuss the situation."

Newcastle Herald · Sep 13, 2022

Rugby league players refuse to play NRL game in pride jersey

Seven Manly Sea Eagles players have withdrawn from a National Rugby League match in Australia because they’re unwilling to wear an inclusion jersey

The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2022

International Rugby League joins FINA in banning transgender athletes in women's events

The International Rugby League (IRL) said in a statement on Tuesday that it needed to further consult before finalising its transgender policy

The Hindu · Jun 21, 2022

Have the NRL's rule changes made boring blowouts the norm? The stats say no

Throughout the 2021 National Rugby League (NRL) season, commentators bemoaned the number of “blowout” results with a wide margin of victory between the sides.

The Conversation · Mar 10, 2022