'It's just me': Rooster not trying to play the villain Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu knows there's a negative public perception of him, but tells AAP ahead of the NRL decider he has no intention of changing. AAP · Oct 1
Making his Mark: secret sauce of a two-code genius Mark Nawaqanitawase's former Australia sevens coach John Manenti says hard work and a team-first ethos is the bedrock of the Sydney Roosters star's magic. AAP · Oct 1
Banned and crowned: Heeney wins Swans' best and fairest Isaac Heeney has been named Sydney's best and fairest, but he and fellow Sydney stars were notable absentees from the club's end-of-season awards night. AAP · Oct 1
The Rooster aiming to fulfil Tongan dad's dream Salesi Foketi's Tongan father was denied the chance to play NRL because of his struggles with English. Now the Roosters star wants to fulfil his dad's dream. AAP · Oct 1
His jersey: Knights keep Crossland along for the ride Newcastle stole the show at the NRL's main fan event of grand-final week, but it was Phoenix Crossland's vocal support of his team that stood out most. AAP · Oct 1
The mantra and mettle powering Newcastle's marathon man Mat Croker has never been the most gifted NRL player but the lessons learned from a farming family taught him the value of graft. AAP · Oct 1
Almost $60b wiped from ASX in bond-linked bloodbath Easing oil prices haven't shielded the ASX from its worst day since the beginning of the Iran war, as bond market jitters hit investor confidence. AAP · Oct 1
New GOAT: Holbrook on repeat 18 years after Bulls fight Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook resurrected an underperforming country footy team into grand finalists in 2008 and he's up to his old magic again. AAP · Sep 30
The premiership record that shows Cherry-Evans' growth Daly Cherry-Evans is on the verge of becoming the oldest premiership winner in 104 years, but it is another record that sums up his longevity. AAP · Sep 30
NRL grand final to honour retired Souths star The NRL grand final will feature an emotional pre-game tribute to Jai Arrow, accompanied by a performance of Liverpool FC's anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone". AAP · Sep 30
Ponga tears showed Newcastle's ultimate transformation Kalyn Ponga's commitment to Newcastle can never be questioned again, with the fullback on the verge of fulfilling the prophecy of being a long-awaited saviour. AAP · Sep 30
Ink and paint to the fore as Knights fans dare to dream Knights players are embracing the love from their city as Newcastle's fans turn to paint and ink to show their support for Justin Holbrook's side. AAP · Sep 29
Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M Justin Holbrook has achieved a stunning feat in his first year as Newcastle coach but the Knights' grand final berth won't count towards Dally M points. AAP · Sep 29
How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton Angus Crichton was made to fight for his future at the Sydney Roosters more than once during his eight-year stint. Another premiership now awaits as the reward. AAP · Sep 29
AAP · Sep 29 Why Roosters star answered England call for RLWC While brother Ethan holds out hope for a Kangaroos debut, Sydney Roosters star Jasmin Strange will link up with England for the Rugby League World Cup.
AAP · Sep 28 NRL tease 11-minute act with GF entertainment back on The NRL's move away from pre-match entertainment for the grand final has been short-lived, with Peter V'landys plugging a mystery 11-minute act.
AAP · Sep 28 Fairytale finish set up for Smith against Roosters One year on from being squeezed out of the Sydney Roosters by Daly Cherry-Evans' arrival, Sandon Smith can now win a premiership against his old club.
AAP · Sep 28 Major trains boost for Knights' historic grand final Diehard Newcastle fans should be spared travel carnage for Sunday's NRL grand final, after planned trackworks to connecting train lines were halted.
AAP · Sep 27 Unlikely winner from Knight's ban for Cleary tackle Harrison Graham is set to be the big beneficiary from the grand final suspension that awaits Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland.
AAP · Sep 27 Special night for Knights fans who will 12 men to glory Devoted Newcastle fans braved severe transport delays as they fuelled their team to their first grand final appearance in 25 years.
AAP · Sep 27 Knights rise from last to GF with Penrith scalp Twelve months ago, Newcastle finished with a wooden spoon. Now they are just 80 minutes from a potential premiership.
AAP · Sep 27 Cleary details revealed as Penrith machine malfunctions Penrith have outlined the details of their casualty ward, with Nathan Cleary requiring surgery on both feet and two others badly hurt in the loss to Newcastle.
AAP · Sep 26 Premiership redemption on menu for Kernick's Roosters Former Dally M winner Olivia Kernick is up front about what the major motivation for the Roosters is as they home in on NRLW Premiership glory.
AAP · Sep 26 Frizell's long wait sums up Knights' finals desire Tyson Frizell is the only member of the NRL's 300-game club not to play in a grand-final qualifier. The Newcastle veteran doesn't plan to waste this one.
AAP · Sep 26 Roosters into NRLW grand final but Raiders left fuming The Canberra Raiders believe a no-try ruling changed the momentum of their NRLW preliminary final and handed victory to the Sydney Roosters.