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Pasifika women are making rugby league history. But what about the next generation?

For Fetu Samoa and Fiji Bulikula, the 2026 Women’s Rugby League World Cup marked a historic breakthrough, with both nations reaching the semifinals for the first time.

The Conversation · 14h ago

US to host World Cup games but no guarantees of a spot

The 2030 Rugby League World Cup will be a five-week tournament staged across different cities in the US and Pacific.

AAP · Nov 9

Morning Mail: Queensland critics face alleged ‘culture of fear’; extreme specialist fees revealed; and Bluey co-creator’s new alien

Queensland government accused of suppressing criticism; music industry fears impacts of AI law change; Australia dominates Rugby League World Cup semis

The Guardian - AU · Nov 8

Born in Aussie or NZ, playing for the Pacific: the startling demographics of the Rugby League World Cup

The Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) reaches its semi-finals this weekend, in a tournament that’s been marked by upsets, nail-biting finishes and some lopsided scorelines.

The Conversation · Nov 6

England turn to past greats after crashing out of Rugby League World Cup

Both England’s men and women failed to make the semi-finals in disappointing tournaments

The Independent UK · Nov 1

Tonga’s gripping win over Samoa a victory for Pasifika pride at Rugby League World Cup

Tonga’s defeat of Samoa in a pulsating match showcased the best of Pasifika rugby league though it was not by enough to save England from an early World Cup exit

The Guardian - UK · Nov 1

Lebanon edge France in crazy World Cup golden point win

Abbas Miski has scored an 85th minute golden-point try to help Lebanon pip France 24-20 in the Rugby League World Cup.

AAP · Nov 1

Australia 124-6 Wales: Women’s Rugby League World Cup – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Ruthless Jillaroos dominate Wales to claim biggest win in international rugby league

The Guardian - AU · Nov 1

Mulitalo learns World Cup fate after shoulder charge

Ronaldo Mulitalo will be eligible to feature for NZ in the Rugby League World Cup final, but won't play in their semi-final after making dangerous contact.

AAP · Nov 1

Australia 66-6 Cook Islands: men’s Rugby League World Cup – as it happened

The Kangaroos shake off a slow start to defeat Cook Islands in Townsville and cruise into the semi-finals on top of Pool A

The Guardian - AU · Oct 31