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24th December 2025
Get ready for Guz Khan's new comedy, landing this Christmas
The Farooqi family have a chaotic Christmas in Lapland after a surprise bonus for Dad.
10th December 2025
Stunning Wests Tigers development with O’Farrell on verge of return, Marshall to extend
Just nine days after the Wests Tigers majority owners punted O’Farrell and three other independent directors, the former NSW premier has been asked to return to the role for what will be his third stint as the leader of the joint venture.
Wheelchair rugby league player banned from teaching assistant role after sniper claim
Scott John Trigg-Turner told a year eight class he had been a US marine and still owned a gun.
NSWRL Junior Rep draws released for 2026
The Junior Reps Regional Magic Round will showcase 13 games from three regional NSW competitions across three different venues on one day.
QRL release BMD Premiership 2026 draw
Brisbane Tigers will begin their quest for back-to-back BMD Premiership titles with a home clash against the Norths Devils at Totally Workwear Stadium.
Cultural connections take centre stage in 2026 All Stars jerseys
The importance of community takes centre stage in the artwork on the 2026 Indigenous All Stars jerseys, with the piece celebrating a deep-rooted sense of connection to family, kinship and the land.
Seven Tigers stars threaten to quit if Benji leaves, with secret replacement coach option named
Seven Wests Tigers have reportedly threatened to quit if Benji Marshall is sacked or quits as head coach — and the club is eyeing ex-Eels coach Brad Arthur as a potential replacement.
Featherstone Rovers apply for administration
The West Yorkshire rugby league club is due to face a winding-up order at the High Court on Wednesday.
Blowtorch on star as spine headaches pile pressure on Payten — Cowboys State of Play
The Cowboys need to settle on a halves pairing and find a way to fix their glaring Achilles heel as coach Todd Payten feels the pressure to rebuild his roster into a contender in a make or break year.
Breakout year has Willison charging into 2026 with lofty expectations
Emerging forward Xavier Willison is determined to help the Broncos defend their title before setting his sights on New Zealand's World Cup bid.
Wakefield assistant coach Kirmond signs new deal
Wakefield assistant coach Danny Kirmond extends his deal through to the end of the 2029 season.
9th December 2025
V’landys meets with sacked Wests Tigers directors
The NRL has made good on its promise to look into the club’s boardroom issues following the sacking of four independent directors by its majority owner.
Kikau re-signs with Dogs
The Bulldogs receive a huge boost as gun back-rower Viliame Kikau re-signs with the club.
The parents of Alice, Elsie and Bebe on the love and legacy left behind
The parents of Alice, Elsie and Bebe on the love and legacy left behind.
Bold plan for an extended substitutes bench could revolutionise the NRL
Some of the most successful coaches in rugby league want to potentially double the size of the current bench as the game becomes faster and more brutal. But will the change work?.
Junior QRL representative draws released for 2026
Queensland Rugby League has today released its junior representative draws for aspirational male and female athletes who again promise to light up the QRL’s statewide competitions in 2026.
How ‘impossible’ Pezet plan ‘evolved’ in Munster uncertainty... and Eels’ shock contract call
Braith Anasta has opened up on Jonah Pezet’s unique contract future, revealing Cameron Munster’s departure to the Perth Bears was a real possibility while the rising halfback’s Eels move was only ever going to be for one season.
Touch Football Australia Unveils 2026-32 Strategic Plan: The Next Play
Touch Football Australia (TFA) has today launched its 2026-32 Strategic Plan: The Next Play, a comprehensive roadmap designed to strengthen the sport’s foundations, innovate participation growth, and position Touch Football to thrive for generations to come.
Woolnough appointed USA Hawks coach ahead of Vegas Test
Former Knights, Panthers and Storm prop Adam Woolnough has been appointed coach of the USA Hawks for February’s Vegas Test against Scotland.
'Nice message': NFL star seeks jersey swap ahead of Vegas clash
Val Holmes is set to invite NFL star Frankie Luvu to the Dragons season opening match in Las Vegas after revealing how the Washington Commanders linebacker had reached out to him about a jersey swap.
8th December 2025
Richardson quits as Tigers CEO
Shane Richardson has resigned as Wests Tigers chief executive after the sacking of four independent board members, including former NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell.
NRL proposes lengthy bans for Tonga officials following Katoa head knocks
Three Tonga team officials are facing two-year suspensions following the NRL's investigation into the incident that forced Eli Katoa out of the 2026 season.
Doctors handed NRL breach notices over Storm star’s horrific Pac Champs injury
The NRL has revealed the findings of their investigation into the circumstances which led to Eliesa Katoa’s hospitilisation, handing down four breach notices to Tongan XIII officials.
NRL proposes heavy bans for Tonga staff after Katoa concussion drama
Tonga’s team doctor, assistant doctor and a trainer are facing extended time out of the game for their handling of Eli Katoa’s head knocks last month.
Tonga XIII breach notices
The NRL has investigated an incident at Eden Park, New Zealand on 2 November 2025 that led to the injury of Tonga XIII Player, Eliesa Katoa.
Why Roosters recruit has Watson ready to lock down new role
Roosters utility Connor Watson is confident a positional switch prompted by Reece Robson's arrival at the club will unlock his best football.
‘Cease to exist’: Tigers’ dire warning to ‘save club’ as internal drama threatens NRL future
Shane Richardson’s tenure as Tigers CEO has come to an end, with the club’s board room drama resulting in another casualty.
'Truly inspiring': Prince William leads praise for Sinfield after latest fundraising effort
Prince William led praise for Kevin Sinfield as the England and Leeds Rhinos great completed seven ultra-marathons in seven days to raise money and awareness for the MND community. .
The payout, NRL probe and a dead magpie: Richo’s last stand as Tigers CEO
Shane Richardson was bullish to the end about a potential NRL investigation, the future of Wests Tigers and the constant boardroom bickering.
Hostplus Cup draw released as new coaches prepare for Round 1
Five clubs will embark on their Hostplus Cup campaigns with new coaches leading their premiership charge when the 2026 season kicks off in March.
Sommerton ready to fight for Titans No.9 jumper
New recruit Luke Sommerton is stepping out of his comfort zone with his move to the Titans, joining a three-way battle for the Titans' No. 9 jersey ahead of Round 1.
7th December 2025
Inner West mayor calls for state government intervention in Wests Tigers’ battle
Darcy Byrne wants the NSW government to resolve the Wests Tigers’ boardroom fight with an intervention similar to that at Parramatta in 2016.
What led to the tragic death of Friends star, Matthew Perry?
Documentary investigating the events in the lead-up and the woman at the centre of the case.
The NRL handed over 178 names for drug testing – three times more than the AFL
Sport Integrity Australia has revealed for the first time the NRL turned over an extensive list of players for suggested testing before the 2025 season.
Bulldogs players to wear names on back of jerseys in Vegas initiative
Canterbury players will wear their names on the back of their jerseys when they take the field at Allegiant Stadium for the Round 1 match against St George Illawarra.
‘Incredibly concerning’: Players covering up concussions at training, poll reveals
Nearly two thirds of NRL players continued to train after experiencing a suspected concussion, according to a Rugby League Players’ Association poll.
The one moment Wayne Bennett considered quitting coaching
Wayne Bennett has opened up on the Alex McKinnon incident, what he looks for in a recruit and his biggest influence.
6th December 2025
Carrigan’s hilarious cricket quip after Haas’ R360 twist as Broncos prepare for World Club Challenge
Broncos captain Pat Carrigan joked that he “wouldn’t be surprised” if Cricket Australia was out in Brisbane trying to sign superstar teammate Payne Haas with a potential move to R360 off the table for now.
‘It will always be Wests Tigers’: V’landys’ promise to long-suffering fans
The NRL will never allow Balmain or Western Suburbs to be kicked out of the joint venture as head office seeks to quarantine the football team from the latest dramas.
NRL legend arrested as details of alleged dramatic clash with police emerge
Former NRL legend Wendell Sailor’s recent brush with custody has been chalked up to his divorce and subsequent “rough patch in life”, a court has been told.
Why would anybody want to be an independent director at the Tigers?
Charlie Viola, Michelle McDowell and Annabelle Williams all read well on paper. And former premier Barry O’Farrell used to attend the same gym I once did. .
5th December 2025
Bradford Bulls sign ex-Salford centre Marsters
Bradford Bulls sign former Huddersfield Giants and Salford Red Devils centre Esan Marsters on a three-year deal.
‘This is why I had clauses’: Tigers’ infighting could cost them three best juniors... and Luai is next
The infighting that has destabilised the Wests Tigers has already cost them their most promising two juniors in a generation and could result in a third and their marquee man leaving the club.
'Golden opportunity': World Cup to showcase growth of Wheelchair game
Wheelaroos head coach Brett Clark believes the World Cup schedule presents a major opportunity to showcase the rapid growth of Wheelchair rugby league in Australia.
‘Convinces him to come’: Knights recruit’s bid for Ponga’s Maroons’ defection to Kiwis
Knights’ recruit Dylan Brown could be a key man in getting Maroons’ star Kalyn Ponga to defect and play for his native New Zealand.
Tigers’ huge call on Benji’s future after player threats; Latrell set for switch — Off-season Central
Wests Tigers will try to counter the chaos engulfing the club by offering coach Benji Marshall a long-term contract extension.
Wests Tigers CEO Richardson at centre of NRL integrity unit probe after whistleblower tip-off
The NRL integrity unit has conducted several preliminary interviews over concerns about the conduct of CEO Shane Richardson and senior staff.
Former NRL, Origin prop Josh McGuire charged over over allegedly strangling child
Former NRL prop Josh McGuire has been charged over serious allegations relating to a young child.
'Here to make a difference': Mahoney to bring own style to Cowboys
Cowboys recruit Reed Mahoney admits he has “big shoes to fill” at the club, but thinks he can bring his own style of play to the team to get them back to the finals.
Asian Cup win ignites Singapore push for WCC, NRL matches
Singapore Rugby League founder Dane Campbell believes the interest generated by winning the inaugural Asian Cup could be a catalyst for the city state to host the World Club Challenge.
Tough Flanagan truth as unproven recruit enters deeply flawed roster — Dragons State of Play
The Dragons have placed their future in the hands of some promising rising stars that are not quite there yet, while they can’t deny there are some key holes to fill in their roster to be a contender.
Ex-Salford winger Caton-Brown in consortium bidding for club
Former Salford Red Devils winger Mason Caton-Brown launches a bid to take over the club as part of a consortium.
4th December 2025
Weidler, NRL invite Oprah to Vegas party
9News' Danny Weidler and the NRL invite American talk show queen Oprah Winfrey to the 2026 Las Vegas round.
Weidler invites Oprah to NRL's Vegas extravaganza
9News' Danny Weidler invites American talk show queen Oprah Winfrey to the NRL's 2026 Las Vegas round.
French legend to take on Sharks assistant coach's role
The Sharks are pleased to announce global rugby union superstar Frédéric Michalak will join the club's NRL coaching ranks next season.
Robbie Savage takes on his first football manager job
Robbie Savage takes on his first football manager job, but will he regret it? .
He wants to be the heavyweight champion of the world. At 115kg and 2m, who says Nelson can’t?
Promoter George Rose warns rivals will be scared to step into the ring with the former NRL wrecking ball.
‘We honestly didn’t’: Ex-Storm enforcer’s shock reveal on silent Bellamy split after 203 games
Nelson Asofa-Solomona could see the writing on the wall.
'You can't get sent off in boxing': Why Asofa-Solomona walked away from NRL
Former Melbourne enforcer Nelson Asofa-Solomona reveals how he fell out of love with rugby league and turned down lucrative contract offers to pursue a career in boxing.
‘What the hell is going on?’: Rally to ‘save’ the Wests Tigers announced
Fearing the “death” of the Wests Tigers following the dismissal of four of the club’s independent board members, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has organised a rally to “save” the joint-venture NRL outfit.
‘What the hell am I doing?’: Gal, SBW, Choc, heavyweight greats inspire bombshell NRL switch
Former Melbourne Storm enforcer Nelson Asofa-Solomona has confirmed he is turning his back on rugby league to “pave his own way” in professional boxing, signing a multi-year deal with Australian promoters No Limit.
‘Richo call will be made on Monday’: Boss of Wests Tigers’ owners breaks his silence
After yet another tumultuous week, Wests Tigers fans get the first chance to hear from the club powerbroker calling the shots.
Bears swoop snares premiership enforcer; Eels mega deal as Storm poach Dolphins gun — Nov 1 LIVE
The Perth Bears have confirmed two more signings, with Panthers prop Liam Henry and Titans forward Iszac Fa’asuamaleaui joining the club for their inaugural season in 2027.
'We want to build a dynasty': The plan to end years of Dragons disappointment
Dragons CEO Tim Watsford has declared the next 12 months will be transformative for the club as he looks to wake the sleeping giant of Australian sport.
$6m Luai threat in boardroom bloodshed; Benji’s big Bula dilemma — Tigers State of Play
Wests Tigers’ messy boardroom clean-out has their CEO considering quitting and it could have a disastrous impact on their ability to retain co-captain Jarome Luai amid huge roster implications.
Will a Salford phoenix club be able to contest 2026 season?
After being liquidated on Wednesday, can Salford Red Devils feasibly rise as a phoenix club under new ownership to contest the 2026 Championship season?.
Former Salford CEO looks to resurrect wound-up club
Former Salford Red Devils chief executive Chris Irwin says he is working with a consortium to try and salvage the liquidated club.
3rd December 2025
Salford Red Devils wound up by High Court over debts
Troubled former Super League club Salford Red Devils are wound up by the High Court.
Is Papenhuyzen's sporting career over?
Ryan Papenhuyzen breaks his silence on his future in the sporting world.
Elias fears for the Wests Tigers future
Ben Elias weighs in on the future of the Wests Tigers amid internal problems.
We break down every NRL club’s 2026 recruits, as Cobbo launches new chapter
Selwyn Cobbo has launched his Dolphins career ahead of schedule, spearheading a list of the NRL’s biggest recruits ahead of the 2026 season.
Papenhuyzen unsure if he'll ever play pro sport again after Storm exit
Former Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says his future is a "blank canvas" ahead of a break from professional sport that he admits could end up being permanent.
'I'm not DCE': Fogarty ready to put personal stamp on Sea Eagles
Manly recruit Jamal Fogarty has declared his desire put his personal stamp on the Sea Eagles No.7 jersey as he prepares to step into the sizeable shoes left by club legend Daly Cherry-Evans in 2026.
It started as a cross-code schoolboy exhibition. Now Hybrid Rugby could save the English Super League
There are at least three million reasons for a historic cross-code extravaganza between league and rugby union clubs to go ahead.
Papenhuyzen breaks silence on playing future and R360 delay after Storm exit
Former Melbourne Storm star Ryan Papenhuyzen remains steadfast that he will remain away from the game in 2026 as he looks to chase dreams beyond the footy field.
Clubs regulator puts Wests Tigers owners on notice after board sacked
The watchdog that sacked the Parramatta Eels board over governance failings is now monitoring the owners of the Wests Tigers.
Dylan Brown wants Kalyn Ponga to help him take World Cup off Australia
They’ll be teammates at Newcastle next season. Will they also perform the haka together before Ponga makes his Test debut for New Zealand?.
‘Competing agendas’: Tigers legend slams boardroom saga as CEO considers quitting
Tigers legend Chris Lawrence has sprayed the club over the infighting that has seen board members sacked and left CEO Shane Richardson considering quitting his post.
Rudolf's Christmas wish for injury-free pre-season
Sharks forward Toby Rudolf has a simple goal for the next few months. Get through the pre-season unscathed.
Boardroom dramas could cost the Tigers their star duo. Fans should be marching in the streets
This week’s boardroom bloodletting has potentially jeopardised two key contractual developments. Wests Tigers fans should turn out in force for a protest at Pratten Park next weekend.
England league-union hybrid-rules match proposed
The Rugby Football League is approached about staging an exhibition cross-code match combining league and union rules.
Troubled Salford set to open 2026 Championship season
The Championship will consist of 21 teams in 2026 after the merger of that and League 1 into one larger division.
2nd December 2025
Leeds centre Newman to join Perth Bears in 2027
Leeds Rhinos centre Harry Newman will join newly formed NRL side Perth Bears in 2027 on a two-year contract.
2025 NRL Signings Tracker: Eels lock down young gun; Bears sign premiership winner
Parramatta young gun Isaiah Iongi has signed a long-term deal to remain with the Eels as the club looks to rebuild around a promising core, while the Bears have signed a Panthers star for their inaugural season.
Bears announce first big signing
Former Bulldogs halfback Toby Sexton becomes a big foundation signing for the Perth Bears.
Will Matt Lodge’s infamous New York crime cost him a trip to Vegas?
The journeyman prop is expected to sign with North Queensland, who play Newcastle at Allegiant Stadium in next year’s season-opener.
Perth Bears confirm first two signings for inaugural NRL season
The NRL's Perth expansion team secures the signature of former Bulldogs halfback Toby Sexton and England international Harry Newman for their inaugural season in 2027. .
‘We’re going to protect Wests Tigers fans’: NRL to launch probe into boardroom bloodbath
ARLC chairman Peter V’landys has heeded calls for the NRL to intervene following the latest dramas at the embattled joint-venture outfit.
‘You take out...’: Premiership winner reveals little-known salary hit in NRL player contracts
Former NRL premiership winner Chad Townsend has broken down his NRL contract, revealing some little-known facts about how players are paid and how their representative eligibility is outlined.
2025 NRL Signings Tracker: Bears sign Super League duo; Panthers snare Lussick
England centre Harry Newman and former Bulldogs halfback Toby Sexton have been confirmed as the first signings for Perth Bears.
Sexton, Newman confirmed as Perth Bears' first signings
The Perth Bears are delighted to announce Toby Sexton and Harry Newman have agreed to join the club. .
The hidden workings of dating apps uncovered
How dating apps changed our love lives by connecting us, but at what cost?.
Home World Cup is where the heart is for Reuben
Cowboys forward Reuben Cotter has already had the honour of representing his country at a World Cup but to do it on home soil in 2026 would be a whole new level of pride.
1st December 2025
Leeds centre Newman to leave at end of 2026 season
Leeds Rhinos centre Harry Newman is to leave the Super League side at the end of the 2026 season.
Magpies plot to replace Tigers: Ousted powerbroker’s explosive claim after fresh board bloodshed
Western Suburbs Magpies have been plotting to return to the NRL at the expense of Wests Tigers, the joint venture it shares with Balmain, former Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis has claimed in the wake of a bloody board coup.
NRL set to clear Tonga coach over Katoa injuries
Heavy sanctions will be handed out to several Tonga medical staff when the NRL reveals the findings of its investigation this week.
Bellamy, Bennett, Cleary and Stuart will come together on Tuesday. This is what they’ll discuss
The respected coaches will meet with the NRL to hold a think tank – with some potentially game-changing innovations on the agenda.
Wests Tigers chairman Barry O’Farrell sacked amid board purge – and a wrong colour jersey
The Holman Barnes Group – which owns 90 per cent of the joint venture – confirmed O’Farrell and the three other independent directors on the club’s seven-person board had been removed.
Croker to move into coaching after medical retirement
Sea Eagles hooker Lachlan Croker has been medically retired from the NRL and will now move into coaching.
