The house that Wayne built: How a brutal snub and ‘genius’ move sparked rise no one saw coming
It’ll be a full circle moment for the expansion Dolphins this Friday night.
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25th September 2026
'Remembers his foundations': DCE ready for full-circle moment in Dolphins showdown
Daly Cherry-Evans' life will come full circle when the Roosters take on the Dolphins in Friday's preliminary final at Suncorp Stadium.
NRLW Late Mail: Preliminary Finals: Fressard makes her return
See all the late mail, official team news and updates for the Preliminary Finals of the 2026 NRLW Telstra Premiership competition.
The Sam Walker files: Why the NRL’s greatest minds love this one-man mystery
Champion halves boasting 14 titles and 1500 games between them all agree. Sam Walker – the gambler, meticulous planner and ambidextrous rogue – is unlike anything they’ve ever seen.
Two decades after coaching DCE, Woolf out to end his NRL career
The Dolphins’ boss knows all about DCE – he coached him 20 years ago.
Leeds full-back Miller signs new deal to 2028
Leeds Rhinos full-back Lachie Miller signs a contract extension to remain with the Super League club until the end of the 2028 season.
Leigh full-back O'Brien signs one-year contract
Leigh Leopards full-back Gareth O'Brien signs a new contract to remain with the Super League club next season.
24th September 2026
‘Unnecessary, silly’: Panthers’ ‘paranoid’ move slammed as Cleary chaos wreaks finals havoc
Amid Nathan Cleary’s battle with a foot injury, the Panthers have pulled out all the stops to ensure no information is leaked to the Knights ahead of their prelim showdown on Sunday.
‘Go tomorrow’: Why Latrell could make bombshell Bears switch as as $1.7m frenzy nears
Could Latrell Mitchell really entertain a move west to Perth?.
Leeds and Warrington tussle for Grand Final spot
Ahead of the their Super League play-off semi-final, Leeds Rhinos and Warrington Wolves are aiming to assert themselves back at rugby league's top table.
V’landys could rule rugby league for six years after appointment as ARLC executive chairman
Peter V’landys is officially the most powerful administrator in the code’s history after completing his move from Racing NSW.
Dance Monkey v the NRL: did Tones and I really turn down $90,000 a minute because she hates her own song?
For the first time in recent history there’ll be no pre-game entertainment at the NRL grand final. But everyone has a different story about what actually went down Emma, the NRL and Tones and I seem to be at war – but I can’t make sense of what’s going on. I’ll try to catch you up.
Lucky charms: Jack and Indie ride outrageous winning streaks
The Bostock family are gearing up for a massive weekend of football, with siblings Indie and Jack both putting it all on the line in their preliminary finals.
The bold gamble and ‘typical old-school Wayne’ move delivered a generational star
If not for a bold gamble to venture into the unknown and away from rugby league’s most dominant juggernaut, Katoa’s meteoric ascent may never have eventuated.
'It still hurts:' Jaime using 2023 heartbreak as fuel for historic charge
Jamie Chapman has never forgotten the heartbreak of the 2023 NRLW grand final.
Artie’s great wish was a Roosters-Dolphins grand final. This is the next best thing
Arthur Beetson is an icon of both clubs. Friday’s preliminary final clash provides a fitting opportunity to remember the big fella’s incredible rugby league legacy.
Peter V'landys AM Appointed Executive Chairman
The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has today announced the unanimous endorsement for Peter V’landys AM to commence as Executive Chairman.
'Missing piece': Dynamic hooker changing Roosters premiership fortunes
Roosters hooker Reece Robson has been hailed as the missing piece in the side's quest for their first NRL premiership since 2019. .
After two failed bids, Ipswich remains hopeful of becoming an NRL side
The Jets are hoping to turn North Ipswich Reserve into a 12,000-seat rectangular stadium, but are yet to secure all necessary funding.
Inside DCE’s messy Manly exit... and the not-so-hidden secret that stunned the NRL world
Sixteen years after making his NRL debut, Daly Cherry-Evans is staring down a farewell few could have scripted..
Why South Sydney are happy to wait until March to discuss new deal for Latrell
The Rabbitohs are prepared for Latrell Mitchell to become a free agent on November 1 as they wait to see how their star recovers from a serious back injury.
'Stadium will be rocking': Yeo urges Panthers fans to help silence Knights
Penrith skipper Isaah Yeo has urged Panthers fans to turn out in force on Sunday afternoon amid fears his side's supporters will be swamped by the Knights army.
Kevvie’s huge Kangaroos concession on injured star as replacement contenders named
The Australian No. 7 jersey for the upcoming World Cup could be right up for grabs after coach Kevin Walters conceded there’s a “chance” Nathan Cleary won’t be fit enough to be selected.
Corban and her son started playing league in the same year. Now they’ve both called time
Corban Baxter was 20 years old when she picked up the footy alongside her four-year-old son. Now they’re 32 and 15, and it’s time for the next chapter in their lives.
‘Unanimous endorsement’: V’landys confirmed as rugby league’s most powerful in landslide
Peter V’landys has been unveiled as Australian rugby league’s first executive chairman following a “unanimous endorsement” from the ARLC.
Joey explains what prelim means to Knights fans
Newcastle legend Andrew Johns explains what making an NRL preliminary final means to Knights fans.
Joey stunned by Rabbitohs' offer to Walker
Andrew Johns "can't believe" South Sydney has only been offered $300,000 a year to Cody Walker to play in 2027.
Bunnies set to act after ‘low-ball’ move... as key board meeting to decide future of stars
The South Sydney Rabbitohs could be looking at a major roster “overhaul” as the club weighs up new contracts for Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell.
NRL’s bizarre Cleary snub that’s impossible to ignore; solution to lingering refereeing uproar: Crawls
Of the four coaches left standing in this year’s premiership race, there are six very big reasons why Trent Robinson is the man under the most pressure heading into this weekend’s preliminary finals.
Relentless, respected, reliable: Nat's a heart and soul Rooster
Forward Nat Butcher is the ‘Quiet Achiever’ of the Sydney Roosters who teammates certainly appreciate even if he gets overlooked at times among the galaxy of stars at the Bondi club.
V'landys named NRL executive chairman after leaving Racing NSW post
Peter V'landys officially becomes the NRL's executive chairman after stepping down from Racing NSW.
Gidley says Knights can upset Panthers
Newcastle legend Kurt Gidley says the Knights can upset the Panthers and reach a first NRL grand final in 25 years.
Doing it for Yak: Friend's fighting spirit inspires Dolphins duo
Dolphins duo Kurt Donoghoe and Jack Bostock have extra motivation driving them through the club’s historic finals campaign, with the bravery of a close friend inspiring them to make each moment matter.
Preliminary Finals weekend: Everything you need to know
This is everything you need to know about a bumper weekend of NRL and NRLW finals. .
Roosters ‘fuming’ over brutal NRL call; late Panthers change tipped in Cleary chaos — Talking Points
The Roosters have named to start Sam Walker this weekend and if the half plays as expected, it’ll cap a remarkable recovery. However, there are some concerns.
NRL Late Mail: Preliminary Finals - Walker '100 per cent' for return
See all the late mail, official team news and updates for Week 3 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership Finals Series.
Cleary and Walker will wage a war in their own heads. But only one might survive
The NRL’s two best No.7s are playing grand final qualifiers under injury clouds. And it could just be the Panthers champion who comes unstuck.
23rd September 2026
York sign Newcastle hooker Inman
York Knights sign Newcastle Thunder hooker Tom Inman on a two-year deal after a successful loan spell.
Leeds Rhinos captain Handley out of play-off game
Leeds Rhinos captain Ash Handley is ruled out of their play-off semi-final against Warrington on Friday with a back injury.
Keighran, O'Neill & Miller shortlisted for Man of Steel
Wigan's Adam Keighran and Brad O'Neill and Leeds' Lachie Miller are named on the three-man shortlist for the 2026 Steve Prescott MBE Man of Steel award.
Revealed: Bombshell clause puts Storm on notice as NRL feeding frenzy set to erupt
Could Harry Grant do the unthinkable and depart the Storm?.
Watch: The colossal hits that set the tone for a new NRL force
It was a Dolphins hit that did more than rattle Brandon Smith’s rib cage; it signalled the juggernaut club was getting ready to emerge.
Talk with Mal that got Sexton to the Bears
Toby Sexton reveals the conversation he had with soon-to-be coach Mal Meninga that convinced him to return to the NRL.
‘Different story’: Walker’s $1.2m twist with Chiefs’ new target revealed as Cleary back-up plan
The Sydney Roosters could be forced to dig deeper into their pockets to keep Sam Walker beyond next season if he leads the club to winning the 2026 premiership.
NRL Tips - Finals Week 3
Before the round of footy gets underway, catch the tips from Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns.
NRL Tips - Finals Week 3
Before the round of footy gets underway, catch the tips from Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns.
Trinity unsuccessful in appeal against Guler ban
Wakefield are unsuccessful in their appeal against the suspension given to prop Emre Guler for punching in their play-off win over Leigh.
'If nothing goes right, turn left': Raiders adhere to Bobbi's law
Stuck on the side of a highway waiting for a replacement bus was hardly the ideal preliminary final preparation for the Raiders NRLW side but Canberra girls don’t cry. .
Lucas out to turn miracle recovery into premiership glory
Knights forward Dylan Lucas has outlined the round-the-clock treatment that allowed him to return a month earlier than doctors anticipated from a fractured and dislocated ankle. .
Robinson admits surprise at speed of Walker’s return from surgery
The halfback will reclaim his place in the Roosters line-up in Friday grand final qualifier against the Dolphins in Brisbane and is “fit and ready to go”.
The mild-mannered Rooster who folds opponents ‘like a deck chair’
Lindsay Collins and Victor Radley know what it feels like to be flattened by teammate Salesi Foketi, and he’s set to make a big impact again for the Roosters on Friday.
‘Terribly unlucky’ star to miss out in tough Roosters call; secret behind miraculous recovery: Late Mail
One unlucky star is set to miss out as Sam Walker returns for the Roosters, while Dylan Lucas has opened up on how he made a miraculous comeback.
'You can dream': Past pain driving Collins towards GF goal
The chance to finally play in a grand final is driving Lindsay Collins as he looks to lead the Roosters past the Dolphins in Friday night's preliminary final.
Academy bears fruit as first WA teenager signed
The Perth Bears have signed their first West Australian teenager.
Finals battle between an unstoppable force and an immovable object
Brian To'o and Greg Marzhew have never met a rugby league problem they couldn't solve by running over it and now the two wrecking balls will go head-to-head with an NRL grand final berth on the line. .
Gold Coast students grow their connection to culture
Almost 50 Indigenous students from schools across the greater Gold Coast and Northern New South Wales region recently took part in a special cultural day as part of their NRL School to Work activities.
Jai Arrow’s extraordinary tribute to Wayne Bennett, teammates and family in emotional gala for ex-NRL star
Beautiful tributes from Jai Arrow to Wayne Bennett, Rabbitohs teammates, and most of all wife Berina and daughter Ayla were delivered in a remarkable message from the former NRL prop at a gala dinner in his honour.
Dolphins starting to feel salary cap squeeze
After Selwyn Cobbo signed a monster new deal, the Dolphins focus will now turn to securing the futures of Herbie Farnworth, Jack Bostock and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
'Town's buzzing': Fan frenzy has Knights pumped for prelim
The Newcastle Knights are determined to ride a wave of fan support all the way to the NRL grand final as excitement in the Hunter grows for Sunday's clash with the Panthers. .
QLD heavyweights on NRLW crash course … and the differing paths they took to get here
The Broncos have rediscovered the joy of playing at exactly the right time. The Titans have spent all season building the belief that they belong here.
Dylan Lucas on his miracle comeback and how he became an NRL star
Late Knights coach Scott Dureau had a profound impact on the career of Dylan Lucas when he shifted to the Hunter as a teenager.
Australian Wheelaroos named for 2026 Rugby League World Cup
The Australian Wheelaroos have named their 10-player squad for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, marking a major milestone in the team’s preparations to take on the world’s best on home soil. .
All Aboard: Free buses for Broncos’ NRLW Preliminary Final
Broncos members and fans can travel to the Gold Coast together this Sunday, with the Club putting on free supporter buses from Red Hill for the NRLW Preliminary Final against the Titans.
How Marky Mark brought 'shy guy' Toia out of his shell
Roosters young gun Rob Toia plans on making every minute count as his partnership with rugby-bound flyer Mark Nawaqanitawase draws to a close.
‘Who’s this guy?’: Inside the rise of NRL’s next superstar... and Wayne act that changed his career
There was a time when Isaiya Katoa was simply one of rugby league’s most promising young halves prospects.
Tones and I offered NRL grand final show only three weeks ago
The artist’s management said nothing was signed and she turned down the opportunity because of prior commitments in the United States.
Tones And I breaks silence on NRL grand final pre-match fiasco
Tones And I has broken her silence after the NRL declared it will forego a grand final tradition of pre-match entertainment.
Rival club poised for monster Latrell play; out-of-favour Warrior’s move to Storm — Whispers
The Rabbitohs have a fight on their hands to keep Latrell Mitchell, with the Perth Bears poised to make a multimillion-dollar play at the superstar centre.
'No higher honour': Yeo still eyeing World Cup despite pec pain
Panthers and Kangaroos skipper Isaah Yeo is optimistic he will line up in the upcoming Rugby League World Cup despite suffering a pectoral injury that requires surgery. .
Huge Cleary red flag; dangerous question mark over Roosters: Matty and Cronk’s finals verdict
Throw out the form guide. If Newcastle can dictate the terms of the fight in this week’s sudden-death final against Penrith, they will secure a spot in the NRL grand final.
‘There’s a big part of Spencer in me’: The secret sauce that makes Naufahu Whyte NRL’s No.1 prop
The Roosters front-rower reckons he’s a mix of Spencer Leniu, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Lindsay Collins. All of which adds up to one fearsome adversary.
Wigan and Leigh face conduct probe, says RFL
Leigh Leopards and Wigan Warriors are issued letters to inform them there will be an independent investigation into their conduct over the past 12 months.
Wales pick two father-son duos for Wheelchair World Cup squad
Fathers and sons Martin and Matthew Turner and Gareth Ramsey and Sid Ramsey are named in Wales' squad for the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.
Catalans sign Hull KR winger Burgess
Catalans Dragons sign Hull KR winger Joe Burgess on a two-year deal for the 2027 season.
22nd September 2026
‘Can be very detrimental’: Walker prelim gamble questioned as Roosters’ biggest ‘risk’ explained
Sam Walker’s spot in the Roosters side, after suffering a serious injury just a month ago, has come into question.
A creative genius and a point-scoring whizz make a last stand. Can the Dolphins fill the void?
Jamayne Isaako reveals he never wanted to leave the club he helped build, but as with fellow founding member Kodi Nikorima, a lucrative offer elsewhere forced his hand.
‘Smorgasbord of superstars’: Big names Souths could target after shock Cody-Latrell contract calls
Several superstars have been floated as possible recruitment targets for South Sydney following stunning contract updates on Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell.
It was one bad call, but the NRL had no option other than to drop Klein
The fact Ashley Klein’s decision had a direct impact on the final result meant he was always going to be axed for this weekend’s preliminary finals.
Panthers v Knights: Cogger, Garner return; Same 19 for Holbrook
Can the Panthers progress to a sixth grand final in seven years or will Newcastle's fairytale run continue?.
Roosters v Raiders: Fressard makes return; Waterman eyes more tries
The Raiders may be underdogs, but they will take plenty of confidence from their last showing against the Roosters, where they pushed them all the way.
Dolphins v Roosters: Kaufusi recalled; Walker's miracle return
The Dolphins have progressed to a preliminary final in just their fourth season in the competition and they will have a heaving crowd behind them at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night as they look to book their ticket to the big dance.
Titans v Broncos: Mino-Sinapati, Rimoni recalled; Hicks in for Spreadborough
Another Queensland derby awaits with top two finishers the Gold Coast Titans hosting defending premiers the Broncos.
‘They’re taking the p***’: Souths’ ‘low-ball’ Walker offer revealed as veteran star ‘disrespected’
South Sydney have been accused of disrespecting veteran five-eighth Cody Walker after it was revealed what they’re apparently prepared to pay him to play on for one more season.
Kelleher's growing self-belief has Roosters on track for glory
From second row to hooker Jocelyn Kelleher has worked hard to find her niche in the halves for the Sydney Roosters. .
Look away, Knights fans: Cleary ditches moon boot for footy boots at Panthers training
Injured superstar Nathan Cleary made a surprise appearance at Penrith training on Tuesday, allaying fears over his fitness ahead of Sunday’s preliminary final.
NRL's hardest job a family affair for Rob Toia
There is no harder job for an NRL centre than marking Herbie Farnworth, but Robert Toia will have family ties on and off the field when his Roosters face the Dolphins in Friday's preliminary final. .
‘Reminds me of SBW’: 16-year-old ‘freak’ switches clubs; Roosters land cross-code star — Juniors Watch
The Dolphins may be on the cusp of reaching their maiden grand final but they have lost one of their most promising youngsters to a rival club.
NRL grand final loses headline act for pre-match entertainment
The NRL grand final is set to go ahead without pre-match entertainment after negotiations with Australian artist Tones and I collapsed.
Unbeaten Roosters receive Origin boost; Broncos dealt crushing blow — NRLW Preliminary Finals Teams List
The second week of finals football has arrived with the two winners advancing to the 2026 NRL Grand Final.
'All systems go': Panthers back Cleary for Newcastle showdown
Penrith co-captain Isaah Yeo has backed star halfback Nathan Cleary to overcome a foot injury and lead the Panthers to a sixth grand final in seven years. .
NRL Team Lists: Preliminary Finals
Official team lists, updates and injury news for Week 3 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership Finals Series.
NRLW Team Lists: Preliminary Finals
Official team lists, updates and injury news for Finals Week Two of the 2026 NRLW Telstra Premiership.
Dolphins’ NRL title bid after just four years of existence makes waves in UK
A small village in Lancashire will be glued to the TV on Friday with the expansion club – and their star English centre – one win from a grand final.
‘Better use of the money’: NRL makes shock Grand Final pre-game call after star’s odd snub
The NRL grand final won’t feature a major headline act for its pre-game entertainment after talks with Aussie artist Tones and I broke down.
‘Why not give yourself a chance?’ How Yeo kept premiership dreams alive
Yeo is also backing his good friend Nathan Cleary to overcome a foot injury and play for the Panthers in Sunday’s preliminary final against Newcastle.
Kini welcomes Ponga challenge: Predicted Kiwis team
Keano Kini is chasing more than a World Cup debut.
'A different beast': Whyte's evolution from young pup to enforcer
Roosters enforcer Naufahu Whyte has revealed the mindset shift that has seen him develop into one of the most feared props in the game.
Fallout with star leaves NRL with no pre-game entertainment for grand final
The AFL secured Kylie Minogue for its decider, but the NRL won’t have a big-name artist at all after negotiations with Australian singer Tones and I fell over.
Perth Bears sign teenage prodigy
Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga makes a special visit to sign young gun Zane Murray on a three-year deal.
Roosters make massive ruling on Walker; Penrith’s Cleary call — NRL Preliminary Final Team Lists
The third week of finals football has arrived with the two winners advancing to the 2026 NRL Grand Final.