Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: Rugby League

NSW centre dodges ban, Origin future still uncertain

NSW centre dodges ban, Origin future still uncertain

NSW centre Kotoni Staggs can accept a fine for the tackle that landed him in the sin bin during the second half of State of Origin II.

'No fear': Smith gives Maroons half ultimate accolade

'No fear': Smith gives Maroons half ultimate accolade

'No fear': Smith gives Maroons half ultimate accolade

'No fear': Smith gives Maroons half ultimate accolade

Former Queensland captain Cameron Smith says Maroons half Sam Walker is playing with the composure of a 20-game veteran and made his critics eat their words.

Johns' NSW spine change, 'big dog' call for Origin III

Johns' NSW spine change, 'big dog' call for Origin III

Johns' NSW spine change, 'big dog' call for Origin III

Johns' NSW spine change, 'big dog' call for Origin III

Andrew Johns has outlined the changes the Blues must make to win the decider in Brisbane. But Laurie Daley is urging caution after NSW were mauled in Melbourne.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

'Be remembered for all-time': Blues urged to rise up

'Be remembered for all-time': Blues urged to rise up

Coach Laurie Daley says the Blues must approach the game-three decider in Brisbane as a challenge after they missed wrapping up State of Origin in Melbourne.

Cowboy backs 20th team in Christchurch ahead of return

Cowboy backs 20th team in Christchurch ahead of return

North Queensland prop Griffin Neame hails from the south island of New Zealand so the clash with the Warriors in Christchurch has been circled in his calendar.

Series level: Slater hails Maroons' magical second half

Series level: Slater hails Maroons' magical second half

Queensland have scored 36 second-half points to run over the top of NSW at the MCG and level the State of Origin series at one apiece.

Pressure to ramp up on Daley as Blues blunder

Pressure to ramp up on Daley as Blues blunder

For the second-straight year under Laurie Daley, NSW have thrown away a series-opening win to be left relying on a decider to lift the shield.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

New Maroons heroes shine like true believers

New Maroons heroes shine like true believers

New Maroons heroes shine like true believers

New Maroons heroes shine like true believers

Queensland unearthed three 24-year-old stars who responded to a dire situation with confidence, brilliance and desire to secure yet another Maroons miracle.

Record Origin crowd watch gripping game two at MCG

Record Origin crowd watch gripping game two at MCG

Record Origin crowd watch gripping game two at MCG

Record Origin crowd watch gripping game two at MCG

A record State of Origin crowd has turned out for game two at the MCG, topping an 11-year mark set at the same venue.

Bulldogs winger announces NRL retirement

Bulldogs winger announces NRL retirement

Bulldogs winger announces NRL retirement

Bulldogs winger announces NRL retirement

Marcelo Montoya has decided the 2026 season will be his last in the NRL.

Raiders fullback feeling the heat ahead of crunch clash

Raiders fullback feeling the heat ahead of crunch clash

Raiders fullback feeling the heat ahead of crunch clash

Raiders fullback feeling the heat ahead of crunch clash

Canberra will need to weather Melbourne's storm if they are to salvage their NRL season, and Kaeo Weekes knows he must play an important role in the clash.

'Why I stayed': Titans gun credits skipper for big call

'Why I stayed': Titans gun credits skipper for big call

'Why I stayed': Titans gun credits skipper for big call

'Why I stayed': Titans gun credits skipper for big call

Gold Coast and PNG star Cooper Bai stayed at the club after the re-signing of prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and has vowed to provide support for his grieving leader.

'Shaped me': gun forward re-signs with Roosters

'Shaped me': gun forward re-signs with Roosters

'Shaped me': gun forward re-signs with Roosters

'Shaped me': gun forward re-signs with Roosters

Having grown up playing in the Sydney Roosters' Academy, Siua Wong has re-signed with the club until the end of the 2028 NRL season.

Dolphins ruthless in title quest as Origin stars rested

Dolphins ruthless in title quest as Origin stars rested

Dolphins ruthless in title quest as Origin stars rested

Dolphins ruthless in title quest as Origin stars rested

The Dolphins' defensive record in the past six weeks was better than Penrith when they last won the title, but continuing it is key to their premiership hopes.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Maroons on notice for incoming Blues aerial threat

Queensland are well aware of what debutant NSW winger Mark Nawaqanitawase can bring to the Origin arena after his performances for the Kangaroos.

Blues stay solid despite slow State of Origin starts

NSW coach Laurie Daley is keeping faith in his line-up despite the Blues' boasting a winning State of Origin record when Cameron Murray starts at lock.

'Very proud': grieving Tino backed to honour late dad

Cameron Munster understands the heartache of losing a father during State of Origin camp so knows what grieving prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is going through now.

'Playing with confidence': Blues skipper backs star

Blues captain Isaah Yeo says Nathan Cleary's confidence is sky-high, backing the NSW playmaker to deliver another huge State of Origin performance.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Crichton named for Dogs as Manly welcome back Turbo

Manly will roll out Tom Trbojevic for the first time in close to two months as the Sea Eagles look to put another nail in the coffin of Canterbury's season.

Maroons keep Blues in dark on 'Lightning' strike at MCG

Queensland whiz-kid Reece Walsh is named on the bench, but his exact role is the million-dollar question ahead of game two of the State of Origin series.

NSW coach gets elite backing despite 'not great' record

NSW forward Cameron Murray insists Laurie Daley is no coaching dud as the Blues mentor reveals what inspires him ahead of the State of Origin clash at the MCG.

Try-scoring ace feared being squeezed out of Panthers

Penrith's Tom Jenkins has scored a staggering 20 tries in 13 games, but there were times earlier this year he worried about his future at the NRL club.

Popular Sharks star adds to Cronulla's injury concerns

Toby Rudolf is the latest Cronulla player to join the club's casualty ward after picking up an injury in their away win over the Warriors.

'Lead by actions': New Broncos skipper replaces legend

Brisbane fullback Tamika Upton is the club's new captain and is ready to uphold the standards of Ali Brigginshaw, the superstar she has replaced.

Dolphins iron man and 'Captain Cool' set for Tigers

Dolphins winger Jamayne Isaako is set to play his 86th game in a row for the club after recovering from finger surgery.

1 … 16 17 18 19

Topics

Australia New South Wales Victoria Queensland Rugby League Australian Capital Territory

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here