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Destined for court: NRL reveals long bans for defectors

The NRL says it will ban any player who signs with R360 from returning for 10 years, but the players' union has warned the sanctions are sure to be tested.

AAP · Oct 15, 2025

RFL close to selling stake in expanded Super League to private equity

The Rugby Football League is in advanced talks after receiving multiple investment offers to buy into Super League

The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2025

Souths winger Tyrone Munro charged over DV allegations

South Sydney have informed the NRL's integrity unit that winger Tyrone Munro is facing domestic-violence charges.

AAP · Oct 14, 2025

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Hannay's Titans deal has clause for Bellamy to be coach

Josh Hannay's three-year deal as new Gold Coast coach includes a clause that would make him the Titans' assistant if the club landed Craig Bellamy as coach.

AAP · Oct 14, 2025

Record-setting Foran named in NZ Pacific Champs team

Sixteen years after making his international debut, retiring NRL great Kieran Foran will become New Zealand's longest-serving rugby league Test player.

AAP · Oct 14, 2025

Six NRL stars, no Man of Steel in England Ashes squad

Six NRL players are in England's squad for the Ashes, but coach Shaun Wane has had to defend his decision not to pick the Super League's Man of Steel.

AAP · Oct 14, 2025

‘Not difficult’: Wane explains omission of Jake Connor from England Ashes squad

Jake Connor, the 2025 Man of Steel, has been left out of the England’s squad to face Australia in the first Ashes series since 2003

The Guardian - UK · Oct 13, 2025

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NRLW's best get better as Southwell signs with Broncos

NSW State of Origin halfback Jesse Southwell's new two-year deal with Brisbane is set to raise more questions about the lopsided nature of the NRLW.

AAP · Oct 13, 2025

Wallabies playmaker flashes back into Cup contention

Released from his NRL deal, Carter Gordon has been thrust into the Wallabies' end-of-year tour squad, while another Test playmaker has been left out.

AAP · Oct 13, 2025

Bring on the Broncos: Peters wants World Challenge duel

Australia's Super League-winning coach Willie Peters hopes he has the chance to lead his Hull KR side against Brisbane Broncos in the World Club Challenge.

AAP · Oct 12, 2025

Name unveiled of new PNG team to join NRL competition

The Papua New Guinea Chiefs will join the NRL in 2028, with the name revealed before kick-off in the clash between PNG and the Australian Prime Minister's XIII.

AAP · Oct 12, 2025

Grand final joy for Aussie treble-winning coach

Willie Peters, Hull KR's Australian coach, has guided them to a historic treble by outplaying champions Wigan 24-6 in the Super League grand final.

AAP · Oct 11, 2025

NRL to seek legal advice over potential R360 defectors

NRL bosses have met with club counterparts over the threat of breakaway rugby competition R360, and are seeking legal advice on ways to deter players.

AAP · Oct 10, 2025

In-demand Aussie coach eyes Super League history

Aussie Willie Peters is the talk of UK rugby league, a coach coveted by NRL clubs back home while he shoots for Super League grand final history.

AAP · Oct 9, 2025

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The Guardian - AU · Oct 9, 2025

My girlfriend is supportive as a partner, but completely baffled by my love of sports

It’s very difficult to explain your sporting woes and joys to someone if they don’t understand the base level appeal

AAP · Oct 9, 2025

Melbourne Storm grant star veteran immediate release

Melbourne have made their first significant roster move since losing a second straight NRL grand final, granting a big-money forward an immediate release.

AAP · Oct 9, 2025

Kennedy stays at Sharks as contract standoff ends

Five months after Cronulla and Will Kennedy were unable to find middle ground in contract talks, the Sharks fullback has agreed to stay at the NRL club.

AAP · Oct 9, 2025

NRL star waits for evidence in drug, betting scandal

Drug and betting charges against NRL player Brendon Smith will return to court in December, with the league star yet to see the evidence in the case.

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The Guardian - AU · Oct 8, 2025

Some say Australia’s sporting axis has shifted. Does one city really reign supreme?

Flush with on-field success, fans argue Brisbane is now the nation’s sporting capital – but not everyone agrees

AAP · Oct 8, 2025

MP's unlikely answer for bored footy players and pests

Regional MP Bob Katter has suggested rugby league players should be given guns to help reduce the number of feral pigs and toads in north Queensland.

AAP · Oct 8, 2025

Players who join rebel R360 comp face Wallabies ban

Rugby Australia has joined forces with seven national unions in banning any players from representing the Wallabies if they join the rebel R360 league.

AAP · Oct 7, 2025

Kotoni Staggs steps up after local family's tragedy

Away from the footy field, Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs has quietly been coming to the aid of a local family facing unthinkable tragedy.

AAP · Oct 7, 2025

Green headgear monster Bai ready to debut for PNG

Gold Coast teenager Cooper Bai, son of Papua New Guinea and Melbourne great Marcus Bai, is set to debut for the Kumuls in the Pacific Championships.

AAP · Oct 7, 2025

Code-hopping Titans star might bounce back to rugby

With Quade Cooper floating the idea following the Wallabies' recent loss to NZ, Carter Gordon could switch back to rugby after an injury-affected NRL stint.

AAP · Oct 7, 2025

Tonga's Stefano set for round two with big-bopper Haas

Melbourne prop Stefan Utoikamanu is set to debut for Tonga and resume hostilities with Samoa and Brisbane's Payne Haas in a Pacific Cup blockbuster.

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