NRL players warned off signing contracts The Rugby League Players Association has urged NRL stars to reconsider agreeing to new contracts as the stalemate surrounding a new CBA continues. AAP · Jan 9, 2023
The Jillaroos had to pay for their own tickets to get thumped in the first three World Cups. Now they fly business class to the final The Jillaroos who went to the first Women's Rugby League World Cup in 2000 had to quit jobs, take out loans and raise money in raffles to pay for their own flights. But those struggles built the runway that sent the current side on a business class flight to this… ABC News · Nov 18, 2022
RLPA doubles down, lashes NRL offer The RLPA is standing by its decision to reject the Collective Bargaining Agreement proposed by the NRL as tensions between the two parties reach critical mass. AAP · Nov 12, 2022
The NRL’s funding feud, a breakaway league and what it means for the game The league is at odds with its players and clubs over myriad issues, with even a rebel competition in the mix The Guardian - AU · Nov 8, 2022
NRL braced for standoff with clubs and players amid reports of breakaway league The NRL is bracing itself for potentially fractious negotiations on multiple fronts as the league faces up to reports of a breakaway competition The Guardian - AU · Nov 7, 2022
Brigginshaw backs RLPA call on CBA NRLW players, including the Jillaroos at the World Cup, have no contractual certainty for next year's competition and are calling on the NRL to codify a CBA. AAP · Oct 26, 2022
RLPA rejects proposed NRL transfer window RLPA CEO Clint Newton says a transfer window proposed by the NRL is inadequate as the league ponders how to streamline its player market. AAP · Oct 20, 2022
Pay rise confirmed for women's RLWC team Co-captain Kezie Apps has welcomed the news the Jillaroos will be paid at the same rate as their counterparts in the men's squad for the Rugby League World Cup. AAP · Oct 11, 2022
Rugby League Players Association slams Caitlin Moran sanction following controversial Queen Elizabeth II remarks The Rugby League Players Association has hit back at the NRL's sanction for Knights NRLW player Caitlin Moran, claiming her punishment is far too hefty and inconsistent with the league's own policy. ABC News · Sep 15, 2022
RLPA unhappy with Moran's NRLW punishment The Rugby League Players Union claim the NRL has gone over the top in punishing NRLW player Caitlin Moran, saying several decisions have been head-scratchers. AAP · Sep 15, 2022
NRL cap uncertainty a frustration: Davey Manly second-rower Andrew Davey claims he and other players are being left with uncertain futures as pay talks for 2023 drag late into the 2022 season. AAP · Aug 19, 2022
'Unmatched breach of confidentiality': RLPA boss Clint Newton slams handling of Knights' drug tests Let's be honest, there is nothing random about how the [drug-testing] policy has been applied in this case. Newcastle Herald · Aug 17, 2022
RLPA's warning after Origin sheds incident The Rugby League Players' Association says it's the responsibility of broadcasters to moderate footage from the dressing rooms. AAP · Jul 1, 2022
Sydney Roosters defeat St George-Illawarra to win maiden premiership Sydney Roosters have won the 2022 NRLW premiership, defeating St George Illawarra 16-4 at Moreton Daily Stadium in Redcliffe. The Guardian - AU · Apr 10, 2022