Manu's talks with PNG PM helped lock in Chiefs deal Joey Manu's desire to be part of a team that represents the entire Pacific helped prompt his decision to be a foundation player at the PNG Chiefs. AAP · Aug 24
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
Leeds deliver timely Super League showcase while NRL investment hangs in balance Wigan and Leeds tussle at the top but can all clubs come to an agreement over the investment the sport needs? The Guardian - UK · Aug 24
Time ticking as NRL veterans fight to extend careers More than 60 NRL players still face uncertain futures beyond October, with Jack de Belin among those adamant he is still good enough to play on into 2027. AAP · Aug 24
PNG Chiefs make bond with Manu as their big 007 signing Joey Manu has become the latest high-profile player to sign with the PNG Chiefs, with the rugby union convert to return to the NRL in 2028 at the new club. AAP · Aug 23
‘Absurd’: children to see gambling logos on sports jerseys until 2032 in transition period condemned by Pocock Government says it hopes clubs will end jersey deals with wagering companies earlier, but calls it a commercial decision The Guardian - AU · Aug 23
Tigers stun Roosters, blow NRL top-four race wide open Struggling Wests Tigers have thrown the NRL's top-four complexion on its head by defeating one of the competition heavyweights, the Sydney Roosters, 25-24. AAP · Aug 23
Sharks rally to beat Titans, stay in NRL top-four race Cronulla have overcome a worrying halftime deficit to stay in the NRL's top-four finals hunt with a gritty comeback win over Gold Coast. AAP · Aug 23
Knights stars banned, Warriors winger's injury revealed Dom Young has escaped a heavy suspension by the NRL's match review committee, while Dallin Watene-Zelezniak will undergo collarbone surgery. AAP · Aug 23
Dogs' finals hopes alive but 'need to be better': coach Canterbury remain in the hunt for an NRL finals berth after defeating probable wooden spooners St George Illawarra at Allianz Stadium. AAP · Aug 22
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
Broncos fullback focusing on future amid 'tough' past Fullback Hayze Perham was instrumental for Brisbane against Canberra, and he believes it's only the start of a successful NRL career. AAP · Aug 21
Just get it right: Ryles launches at bunker blooper Parramatta coach Jason Ryles was highly critical of the NRL's bunker after a decision to overturn a Jamayne Isaako try in their loss to the Dolphins. AAP · Aug 21
From the classroom to the locker room: nine days of ‘deeply disturbing’ sexual assault allegations shake Australia Cultures with codes of loyalty and bonding between men can heighten the risk of sexual violence, expert says The Guardian - AU · Aug 21
AAP · Aug 21 Dolphins swallow Eels, close in on top-four finish The Dolphins trailed 10-0 before piling on the pain in a 34-16 defeat of Parramatta to ensure they remained nestled in the NRL's top-four.
AAP · Aug 21 Perham the hero as Broncos spoil Papali'i's party Canberra's hopes of winning Josh Papali'i's final home NRL game have fallen short, as they suffered another gut-wrenching loss to Brisbane.
AAP · Aug 21 Why Manly opted against blooding next top prospect Even if Manly's season is all but over, coach Kieran Foran is resisting the temptation to debut schoolboy sensation Onitoni Large.
AAP · Aug 21 Bennett confident of Latrell Mitchell return next week South Sydney star Latrell Mitchell wasn't certain whether he would return to the NRL this season, but now he's a good chance to play in round 26.
AAP · Aug 20 'Let us down': Swans coach, captain blame five players Sydney coach Dean Cox isn't taking any blame for the Swans scandal that has left the AFL club reeling and players potentially facing legal action.
AAP · Aug 20 Craig Bellamy 'honoured' to have coached Kamikamica Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has paid tribute to Tui Kamikamica after the prop made the difficult decision to retire from the NRL.
AAP · Aug 20 Panthers overcome three sin-binnings to edge Storm Penrith have officially eliminated Melbourne from finals contention with a patchy defeat of the Storm in Ivan Cleary's 500th game as an NRL coach.
AAP · Aug 20 St George Dragons legend Billy Smith dies at age 84 The rugby league world is in mourning following the death of St George Dragons legend Billy Smith at 84.
AAP · Aug 20 Dolphins young gun adamant English import can help him The Dolphins' signing of George Williams will split up the in-form halves pairing of Isaiya Katoa and Kodi Nikorima, but Katoa insists there can be positives.
AAP · Aug 20 Push on for ex-Dragons half to come back in World Cup Talatau Amone could be cleared to return for Tonga in the World Cup, with the exiled half in a grey area while banned from the NRL and playing Queensland Cup.
AAP · Aug 20 Storm star makes hard call on future after stroke Melbourne prop Tui Kamikamica has been forced into a medical retirement following his stroke earlier this year, ending his bid to captain Fiji in the World Cup.