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DARK SECRETS: 3 - The Real Truth

How to build an NRL team: Perth Bears hunt for hidden gems as PNG Chiefs splash cash

Expansion clubs are taking different routes, with funding, leadership, talent pathways and fan engagement as important as marquee player signings

The Guardian - AU · May 2

Bennett predicts 'blow-up' over PNG's salary cap

NRL master coach Wayne Bennett has voiced concerns over the decision to grant tax-free salaries to players at the PNG Chiefs.

AAP · May 2

Tigers lock in May brothers after Luai's Chiefs move

Terrell and Taylan May will be at Wests Tigers until the end of 2030 after the brothers agreed to long-term deals to play under Benji Marshall.

AAP · May 1

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PNG Kumul could be Luai's perfect Chiefs halves partner

In the wake of the PNG Chiefs signing their first ever player in Jarome Luai, the club should look to the Kumuls to find his halves partner, says Jack de Belin.

AAP · May 1

Cleary 'not really' worried by cashed-up PNG Chiefs

Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo are among those without deals beyond 2027, but coach Ivan Cleary is remaining calm in the face of a potential PNG poaching raid.

AAP · May 1

'Contagious': Suaalii says more players may follow Luai

Former Samoan World Cup teammate Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii believes Jarome Luai may well attract many more NRL stars to the PNG Chiefs.

AAP · Apr 30

'Short-sighted' to criticise tax-free deals: PNG Chiefs

Powerbrokers at the NRL's PNG Chiefs have a message for those criticising the tax-free salaries they are able to offer prospective players.

AAP · Apr 30

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'It sends a message': Luai just the beginning for PNG

The PNG Chiefs are spruiking "the adventure of a lifetime" to prospective NRL signings after Jarome Luai signed a three-year deal to become their first player.

AAP · Apr 30

May tops Tigers' priority list after Luai's Chiefs move

The PNG Chiefs have freed up $1.2 million in salary-cap room for Wests Tigers by signing Jarome Luai. Here's how they intend to splash the cash.

AAP · Apr 29

PNG piques interest for Panthers following Luai call

While hoping to stay a Panther, Isaah Yeo says he has to be open-minded about his playing future and feels Jarome Luai's PNG signing has changed the landscape.

AAP · Apr 29

Luai move will have NRL clubs on their toes: Marshall

The attraction of playing for the PNG Chiefs alongside Jarome Luai will have major ripples in the transfer market, says Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall.

AAP · Apr 29

Jarome Luai reveals reason he became PNG Chief No.1

Jarome Luai says legacy not tax-free salary was the main lure in becoming the first official signing of the PNG Chiefs.

AAP · Apr 28

Luai set to join PNG as Chiefs nab try-scoring ace

Wests Tigers superstar Jarome Luai is expected to confirm he will join the PNG Chiefs, who have locked in Souths' ace Alex Johnston as their first signing.

AAP · Apr 28

'PNG is ready': PM welcomes Chiefs' pursuit of Luai

The PNG Chiefs' pursuit of Jarome Luai proves the franchise is ready to make a splash when it enters the NRL in 2028, says prime minister James Marape.

AAP · Apr 27

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AAP · Apr 16

Rivals gush, but Tigers keen to keep cream of the crop

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall is impressed by in-form fullback Jahream Bula and unfazed that a rival club legend is also heaping praise on the Fijian flyer.

The Guardian - AU · Apr 16

The secret is out as Wests Tigers threaten to end 15-year NRL finals drought

The club known more for fly-on-the-wall documentaries than find-a-way victories, finally has reason to dream again under coach Benji Marshall

AAP · Apr 14

Matt Dufty to play first NRL game in nearly four years

Matt Dufty is set to play his first NRL game in four years, with Leo Thompson, Jarome Luai and Izack Tago also returning to the team sheet in round seven.

AAP · Apr 14

School's out as 'teacher' Luai named for NRL return

Energetic playmaker Jarome Luai is set to return from his knee injury as Wests Tigers look to continue their hot start to the NRL season.

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AAP · Mar 27

Blaize Talagi grows from boy to man at Panthers: Cleary

Five-eighth Blaize Talagi has grown from a boy to man at Penrith, says his superstar halves partner Nathan Cleary.

AAP · Mar 23

Tigers get good news on Doueihi, Luai to miss a month

Wests Tigers have received an update on their injured halves pairing in the aftermath of the round-three loss to South Sydney in Gosford.

AAP · Mar 21

Double blow: Tigers lose halves in loss to Souths

Jarome Luai could miss a month with a knee injury and Adam Doueihi is set for scans on his hamstring following Wests Tigers 20-16 loss to South Sydney.

AAP · Mar 14

Tigers to stay humble despite record rout of Cowboys

Wests Tigers have begun their NRL season with a big victory over North Queensland at their spiritual home, Leichhardt Oval.

AAP · Mar 13

Tigers reward Doueihi ahead of major positional switch

Adam Doueihi is set to complete a decade of service at Wests Tigers after penning a contract extension with the NRL club.

AAP · Feb 16

'Be Batman': Tigers shake-up to bring out best in Luai

Jarome Luai's decision to turn his back on being Wests Tigers' halfback is set to benefit one of the NRL's ultimate utilities.

AAP · Feb 10

'No intention': Luai makes call on Tigers future

Jarome Luai has clarified where he sees his NRL future beyond this season in a statement that will be music to the ears of Wests Tigers fans.

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