Broncos coach insists Reynolds retired on own terms Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has addressed the saga surrounding Adam Reynolds' retirement with two weeks remaining in the regular season. AAP · Aug 26
Bulldogs breakthrough: Canterbury lock in star forward Jacob Preston's future has finally been decided at Canterbury, with the star second-rower joining Stephen Crichton as the longest locked-in Bulldog. AAP · Aug 25
Broncos captain clears the air about foiled farewell Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds insists it was his call to end his 323-game career because of a calf injury, rather than his NRL club's coach or medical staff. AAP · Aug 25
Broadcaster denies tailoring evidence to help Jones A friendly former broadcast rival of Alan Jones has rejected suggestions in a criminal hearing he tailored his testimony to benefit the former talkback titan. AAP · Aug 25
Penrith star's talks on hold after 'productive' meeting Penrith star Liam Martin will wait until after the NRL finals to resume talks on his future, after his management met with Panthers bosses about a new deal. AAP · Aug 25
Reynolds' return shelved in sad end to NRL career Adam Reynolds' bid to return to the field for Brisbane before the end of the season is over, meaning he has played his 323rd and final NRL game. AAP · Aug 24
Penrith negotiations may go on backburner in title tilt Contract talks have dominated the headlines at Penrith all year, but coach Ivan Cleary says it is almost time to put them on hold ahead of the finals. AAP · Aug 24
Warriors go top by beating 'not real smart' Bunnies A 45-26 win over South Sydney has moved the Warriors up to first place on the NRL ladder. AAP · Aug 22
Panthers' finals selection dilemma as key player banned Penrith five-eighth Jack Cogger has received a three-game suspension that will drag into the Panthers' finals campaign. AAP · Aug 21
Liberal 'set up' in apparent bid to dump building boss A state Liberal MP and her former chief of staff believe they were set up to help oust a divisive building commissioner key to a corruption allegation. AAP · Aug 20
Dolphins hero and 'man of Stone' to retire from NRL Tough-as-teak Dolphins lock Ray Stone will retire from the NRL at the end of the season, after deciding persistent injuries had become too hard to overcome. AAP · Aug 19
Release sets stage for Cleary reunion, Walters re-signs Jett Cleary, the younger brother of NRL superstar Nathan, has been granted a release to return home to Australia and sign with Penrith. AAP · Aug 19
Scammers, defence ties targeted during Thai PM's trip Australia and Thailand have pledged to deepen cooperation on combating transnational crime, as the two nations prepare to mark a major diplomatic milestone. AAP · Aug 18
Don't call it a slump: Penrith say they can fix slide Veteran Scott Sorensen says there has been an overreaction to Penrith's recent run where they have dropped five of their past eight after a dominant start. AAP · Aug 18
AAP · Aug 18 'Full confidence': soaring Roosters yet to hit top gear The Sydney Roosters insist they are yet to peak despite soaring to the top of the NRL ladder on the back of seven straight wins and a take-down of Penrith.
AAP · Aug 18 'Savage' coverage not enough to stop Warner conviction Cricket great David Warner's status as a convicted drink driver could have profound consequences on his commercial earnings overseas, a court has been told.
AAP · Aug 18 Grand final week not the time for All Stars: players Indigenous All Stars Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Jamal Fogarty have warned against making the match part of a grand-final week extravaganza, fearing a player drain.
AAP · Aug 17 Munster discusses Storm future amid PNG Chiefs links Off contract next year, Cameron Munster says Melbourne's plans for life after Craig Bellamy will influence a decision on his NRL future.
AAP · Aug 16 What a difference a year makes: Walsh's NRL season over One year after setting the NRL finals alight, Reece's Walsh 2026 season will end with ankle surgery as the Brisbane fullback fights to be fit for the World Cup.
AAP · Aug 15 'Filthy money' and Fiji trip aired in corruption probe A lobbyist's explanations for dodging parliamentary scrutiny and ordering a "shit sheet" on a politician have dominated a third week of corruption hearings.
AAP · Aug 15 Payten ready for halves call with Dearden set to return Jaxon Purdue has starred in the halves for North Queensland in Tom Dearden's absence, but a return to the centres looms ahead of the finals.
AAP · Aug 15 Cowboys call for common sense after falling in shootout The door is ajar to the NRL's top eight after North Queensland were beaten 32-30 by Parramatta, with the Cowboys frustrated by a decisive late penalty call.
AAP · Aug 14 Fozball flops: Dolphins sink Manly to 33-year low Manly's dream mid-season run will officially amount to nothing, with the Sea Eagles out of finals contention after copping a 22-0 beating from the Dolphins.
AAP · Aug 14 Star Panther re-signs amid salary cap squeeze Only days after the PNG Chiefs poached superstar winger Brian To'o, Penrith have re-signed another of their premiership-winning outside backs.
AAP · Aug 13 Daly Cherry-Evans opens up on shock NRL exit Daly Cherry-Evans has opened up on his surprise decision to leave the NRL at the end of the season to sign with Super League club Hull FC.