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Smith savours salvation under Bunnies boss Bennett

Smith savours salvation under Bunnies boss Bennett

Brandon Smith has thanked South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett for helping get his career heading in the right direction after a troubled last 12 months.

Perth NRL recruit weighs in on Bears' roster criticism

Perth NRL recruit weighs in on Bears' roster criticism

Perth NRL recruit weighs in on Bears' roster criticism

Perth NRL recruit weighs in on Bears' roster criticism

The Perth Bears' recruitment strategy has been hammered, but one of their biggest-name signings believes the NRL's 18th club has reason for optimism.

On for young and old as Broncos halves race heats up

On for young and old as Broncos halves race heats up

On for young and old as Broncos halves race heats up

On for young and old as Broncos halves race heats up

There is a 14-year age difference between the two and Ezra Mam looms, but Thomas Duffy and Ben Hunt can now prove they are a viable long-term halves pairing.

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Six appeal gives Brigginshaw her full circle moment

Six appeal gives Brigginshaw her full circle moment

Ali Brigginshaw has got a new lease on life in her final season as she prepares to play five-eighth alongside the highly rated new half Jesse Southwell.

Why NRL's toughest man will feel 'hopeless' in NSW camp

Why NRL's toughest man will feel 'hopeless' in NSW camp

Marquee man Payne Haas found it difficult to leave out-of-sorts Brisbane behind to enter NSW camp for the State of Origin decider.

Panther's plea as star prop tests NRL's open market

Panther's plea as star prop tests NRL's open market

Moses Leota is gauging his value but fellow front-rower Lindsay Smith is hopeful his prop idol won't be tempted to leave Penrith.

Broncos doctor outlines uncertain future facing Jensen

Broncos doctor outlines uncertain future facing Jensen

Brisbane prop Corey Jensen will be on blood thinners for six months and won't play again this year because he still has blood clots in his lung.

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Veteran opens up on Broncos dramas after fiery session

Veteran opens up on Broncos dramas after fiery session

Veteran opens up on Broncos dramas after fiery session

Veteran opens up on Broncos dramas after fiery session

Brisbane No.7 Ben Hunt has addressed commentary critical of his recent extension, alleged player unrest with coach Michael Maguire and Josiah Karapani's axing.

'Easy to point': Raider rubbishes halfback's critics

'Easy to point': Raider rubbishes halfback's critics

'Easy to point': Raider rubbishes halfback's critics

'Easy to point': Raider rubbishes halfback's critics

Tom Starling has thrown his support behind 22-year-old half Ethan Sanders as the Raiders look to turn their disappointing NRL season around.

'The better game' beckons elite NRLW converts

'The better game' beckons elite NRLW converts

'The better game' beckons elite NRLW converts

'The better game' beckons elite NRLW converts

The NRLW is welcoming some big name stars from rival codes for the 2026 season, which kicks off with a clash between Cronulla and Newcastle.

'Perfect spot': why Munster believes in CQ NRL bid

'Perfect spot': why Munster believes in CQ NRL bid

'Perfect spot': why Munster believes in CQ NRL bid

'Perfect spot': why Munster believes in CQ NRL bid

Rockhampton product and Queensland captain Cameron Munster insists the time will soon be right for an NRL side based out of the city.

'Cause trouble': Maroons leaper issues Tedesco warning

'Cause trouble': Maroons leaper issues Tedesco warning

'Cause trouble': Maroons leaper issues Tedesco warning

'Cause trouble': Maroons leaper issues Tedesco warning

Recalled Queensland forward Jeremiah Nanai has let NSW fullback James Tedesco know he's back, while committing to Samoa for the Rugby League World Cup.

'Impossible': Inglis doubts Blues can win Origin series

'Impossible': Inglis doubts Blues can win Origin series

'Impossible': Inglis doubts Blues can win Origin series

'Impossible': Inglis doubts Blues can win Origin series

Queensland great Greg Inglis, an 11-time State of Origin series winner, says only the rugby league gods can save the Blues from another losing campaign.

Luai blow for Tigers as Broncos injury crisis laid bare

Luai blow for Tigers as Broncos injury crisis laid bare

Luai blow for Tigers as Broncos injury crisis laid bare

Luai blow for Tigers as Broncos injury crisis laid bare

PNG Chiefs-bound Jarome Luai has suffered another setback in his hopes of sparking life into Wests Tigers' NRL season.

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'Pressure on us': how Maroons maestro attacks deciders

Queensland captain Cameron Munster is determined to extend his perfect record in Suncorp Stadium deciders, but knows this year will bring a different challenge.

Penrith coach weighs in on star's surprise Origin axing

Brian To'o was dropped because of his struggles in the air, butut Penrith coach Ivan Cleary isn't buying the narrative around the winger's Origin omission.

How Haumole Olakau'atu won his NSW spot back

There was one particular aspect of Haumole Olakau'atu's game that needed to improve before the Manly star could earn back his State of Origin spot.

Daley reveals stance on Origin criticism, Blues future

Laurie Daley is a man under fire. But the Blues coach, whose side head to Brisbane next week, won't entertain talk about his future.

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Broncos winger dropped after string of driving offences

Brisbane young gun Josiah Karapani has been charged with drink-driving and will miss the NRL team's clash with Cronulla on Saturday night.

Foreign disinformation operation targeting footy fans

Overseas-run Facebook pages are exploiting Australia's love of footy via a sprawling fake news network that is deceiving and confusing fans.

Don't put broadcast cash towards more teams: NRLW stars

The women's game stands to benefit from the NRL's new broadcast deal, but players are keen for consolidation rather than the introduction of more teams.

Maroons recall Cowboys high flyer for Origin decider

Queensland will seek their first State of Origin win in Brisbane since 2023 with a new-look forward pack that includes recalled Jeremiah Nanai and Pat Carrigan.

Storm boost 2026 stocks with Dolphins forward's switch

Dolphins second-rower Oryn Keeley has joined Melbourne before June 30 to assist the club's finals push amid an injury crisis.

'Won't sign another contract': Maroons coach on future

Queensland coach Billy Slater does not expect this year's State of Origin decider to be his last but will proceed as coach on a handshake basis.

RL World Cup history beckons for Knights ace Frizell

Knights forward Tyson Frizell could become the first player to compete for three different nations at three World Cups

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