Campbell to remain a Titan in latest blow to Bears Jayden Campbell has knocked back a $6 million deal to join Perth for their first five NRL seasons, instead telling the Titans he will remain on the Gold Coast. AAP · Nov 21, 2025
'Frustrated' Schmidt defends his weary Wallaby triers Carter Gordon is set to play No.10 despite an injury worry as "frustrated" Joe Schmidt backs the Wallabies to be rewarded with a win in their tour finale. AAP · Nov 20, 2025
Titans beat Perth to re-sign Fermor until 2029 New Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay has made his first key re-signing with Queensland forward Beau Fermor inking a three-year extension. AAP · Nov 20, 2025
Raiders' new signing in battle to earn hooker spot New Canberra signing Jayden Brailey expects competition with two of the NRL's hottest hookers for the Raiders' No.9 jersey will take his game to new heights. AAP · Nov 20, 2025
Family devastated over legal twist by NRL star's mum The family of three people killed in a horrific crash involving the mother of NRL star Payne Haas fear she might never face justice after a legal twist. AAP · Nov 20, 2025
Storm lock down NRL superstar after torrid off-season Melbourne have extended the contract of skipper Harry Grant until the end of the 2028 NRL season after losing four key players in the off-season. AAP · Nov 19, 2025
Japan still open for R360 converts despite rule change It will soon be harder for NRL players and other overseas talent to join Japanese Rugby, but the changes won't come in until after R360's planned launch date. AAP · Nov 19, 2025
After 'hell of a year', Bronco has a case of the Blues Kotoni Staggs wants to parlay his terrific 2025 NRL and Test form into a State of Origin return for NSW next season. AAP · Nov 19, 2025
Storm's Katoa 'struggling to process' brain injury Melbourne chief executive Justin Rodski has addressed Eli Katoa's uncertain NRL future. AAP · Nov 19, 2025
Storm star ruled out of 2026 season following surgery Melbourne's Eliesa Katoa won't play in 2026, with the Storm announcing the Tongan star has been ruled out after brain surgery following multiple head knocks. AAP · Nov 18, 2025
Eli Katoa ruled out of entire 2026 NRL season after head impacts and brain surgery Melbourne Storm backrower continues recovery at home while the club refuses to put a timeframe on his return to playing after injuries The Guardian - AU · Nov 18, 2025
NRL joins AFL in identifying players it suspects of drug use for testing target ‘list’ Parliamentary inquiry told league provides names of athletes to SIA as in-house investigators collect intelligence on suspected drug-users The Guardian - AU · Nov 18, 2025
Dangerous times lie ahead for NRL as latest skirmish with rugby union ramps up Australian rugby league’s greatest strength is its production line of talent but the R360 competition is threatening to change that The Guardian - AU · Nov 18, 2025
Taukeiaho's second coming continues with new Manly deal Siua Taukeiaho has gone from the rugby league scrapheap to earning a second season at Manly, after making use of a Sea Eagles lifeline in 2025. AAP · Nov 17, 2025
AAP · Nov 17, 2025 NRL won't allow R360 loophole for early departees Zac Lomax will not be able to avoid a 10-year ban from the NRL if he joins R360 via another competition, with the league set to enforce sanctions regardless.
AAP · Nov 16, 2025 Eels release star Lomax as R360 beckons Parramatta star Zac Lomax has been released from the final three years of his NRL contract, fuelling speculation of a move to breakaway rugby competition R360.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2025 Eli Katoa’s playing future uncertain as recovery from head impacts, seizures and brain surgery continues Storm star faces weeks in hospital but condition stabilised while the NRL is investigating why Katoa played after warmup head injury
AAP · Nov 14, 2025 Storm star faces long recovery after brain bleed NRL star Eliesa Katoa faces more time in hospital when he returns to Melbourne as he recovers from a brain bleed after playing for Tonga.
AAP · Nov 14, 2025 Sharks renew calls for funding with NRLW team sidelined Cronulla's NRLW team will be the only side not to play a double-header with their men's team in 2026, prompting fresh calls for upgrades of Shark Park.
AAP · Nov 13, 2025 Penrith cop brutal draw as NRL make big tweak for 2026 The NRL have minimised five-day turnarounds and removed repeat fixtures within five weeks of each other, but some still have it easier than others in 2026.
AAP · Nov 12, 2025 NRL makes call on Magic Round bye, grand-final rematch Melbourne will have home-ground advantage when they face premiers Brisbane in a grand-final rematch in round three, while a new team misses Magic Round in 2026.
AAP · Nov 12, 2025 Star Roosters forward set for early NRL return from ban Victor Radley will return to the NRL field sooner than expected with the Sydney Roosters opting to count representative and pre-season games in his ban.
AAP · Nov 12, 2025 Cherry-Evans to depart as players union president Daly Cherry-Evans says the time is right for a new RLPA president, conceding he won't be playing by the time the new Collective Bargaining Agreement kicks in.
AAP · Nov 11, 2025 DCE return and grudge games headline NRL's first month Daly Cherry-Evans' Brookvale return will headline the opening month of the NRL's 2026 draw, with Melbourne and Parramatta to play the first game in Australia.
AAP · Nov 11, 2025 Broncos teenage playmaker to join rival club in 2027 Brisbane's loss will be Canberra's gain in 2027 as the impending arrival of Jonah Pezet forces Coby Black out of Broncos.