Berry braces for Origin debut despite nearly quitting Speedster Teagan Berry is ready to make her Origin debut for NSW after renewing her love of footy over the off-season. AAP · Apr 28
'Not ideal': Apps wants Women's Origin moved A NSW stalwart says while the timing of the Women's State of Origin series isn't ideal, she's relishing taking on Queensland again. AAP · Apr 24
Blues baptism of fire as Elliott returns from pregnancy Millie Elliott is back with the NSW Blues after missing the entire 2025 State of Origin series and NRLW campaign due to her pregnancy. AAP · Apr 23
The NRL has just taken a giant step forward with brain injury prevention. Other leagues must follow In a significant development in the battle against brain injury in sport, teams from the National Rugby League (NRL) and the National Rugby League for Women (NRLW) are now required to restrict the amount of body contact during training sessions. The Conversation · Apr 21
'Protect assets': NRL edict on contact training backed Adam Reynolds says the NRL's guidelines to limit contact training are worthwhile as the RLPA seeks key data on the increased speed of the game and injuries. AAP · Apr 21
NRL and AFL wage growth is off the charts – what about other Australian athletes? Elite athletes can earn huge money from playing contracts, prize money, sponsorship, endorsements, appearance fees and media work. The Conversation · Mar 12
NRLW player cleared of attacking teen neighbour Allegations that an NRLW player assaulted her teenage neighbour in a violent dispute over a food delivery have been tossed out of court. AAP · Mar 6
Indigenous women stage fight back for All Stars win Krystal Blackwell and Jada Taylor came up with some big moments that helped the Indigenous All Stars come from 14-0 down to beat their Maori counterparts. AAP · Feb 15
Rugby league prodigy ready to replace Alyssa Healy Georgia Voll envisaged a life playing in the NRLW while representing Queensland state squads in her teens, but now she is replacing Alyssa Healy for Australia. AAP · Feb 11
Sevens sister act resist NRLW lure to re-sign with RA Turning their back on NRLW, rugby sevens sisters Maddison and Teagan Levi will vie for Olympic glory at the 2028 LA Games after re-signing with Rugby Australia. AAP · Jan 26
Surprising move after NRLW star denies harassing ex A former NRLW Blues captain has been accused of stalking and harassing her ex-partner for days after their relationship broke down. AAP · Jan 21
NRLW star Ali Brigginshaw retires from State of Origin Ali Brigginshaw has played her last game for Queensland, announcing her retirement from State of Origin. AAP · Jan 16
Dangerous times lie ahead for NRL as latest skirmish with rugby union ramps up Australian rugby league’s greatest strength is its production line of talent but the R360 competition is threatening to change that The Guardian - AU · Nov 18, 2025
Sharks renew calls for funding with NRLW team sidelined Cronulla's NRLW team will be the only side not to play a double-header with their men's team in 2026, prompting fresh calls for upgrades of Shark Park. AAP · Nov 14, 2025
AAP · Nov 1, 2025 Reunited never felt so good for Nicholls in New Zealand New Zealand No.1 Apii Nicholls had to spend months away from her son to play NRLW in recent years. The Warriors' return has made her a reinvigorated force.
AAP · Oct 25, 2025 Samoa's Soward makes bold declaration before Aussie tie Samoa's women have proven they belong in the same class with Australia and New Zealand, with coach Jamie Soward now believing a World Cup win is possible.
AAP · Oct 14, 2025 Rooster hit with four-game ban over NRLW final brawl The NRLW judiciary have added more pain to the Sydney Roosters' NRLW grand-final loss to Brisbane, with forward Aliyah Nasio banned for four games for punching.
AAP · Oct 13, 2025 NRLW's best get better as Southwell signs with Broncos NSW State of Origin halfback Jesse Southwell's new two-year deal with Brisbane is set to raise more questions about the lopsided nature of the NRLW.
AAP · Oct 12, 2025 Hippi Hippi hooray as Aussie women outclass Orchids Despite being outplayed 50-0 by Australia, the PNG Orchids have put in an improved performance in the Women's Prime Minister's XIII clash in Port Moresby.
AAP · Oct 8, 2025 Matildas coach's bold ideas to boost A-League Women Matildas coach Joe Montemurro believes allowing investment solely in A-League Women clubs could help open the door to making it fully professional.
AAP · Oct 6, 2025 NRL claims ratings win over AFL with monster viewership The NRL has recorded its highest-ever TV ratings for a grand final, earning 280,000 more viewers than the AFL as broadcast rights talks ramp up.
AAP · Oct 6, 2025 Rooster sent to judiciary over NRLW brawl Sydney Roosters forward Aliyah Nasio is facing a ban for throwing a punch in the brawl at the end of the NRLW grand final.
AAP · Oct 6, 2025 Future is now with Southwell in line for Test debut Jesse Southwell is poised to make her Test debut for the Jillaroos, after long being viewed as the future of the NRLW in Australia.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 5, 2025 Brisbane Broncos win NRLW premiership after surviving Sydney Roosters fightback Broncos beat Roosters 22-18 in spiteful grand final as Mele Hufanga scores late try and awarded Karyn Murphy Medal at Accor Stadium
AAP · Oct 5, 2025 Broncos beat Roosters to claim NRLW premiership The Brisbane Broncos have beaten minor premiers the Sydney Roosters 22-18 in a thrilling grand final to claim the NRLW premiership.