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PNG Chiefs closing on another huge signing

PNG Chiefs closing on another huge signing

PNG's already star-studded NRL roster could be in for another boost, with Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster granted permission to negotiate with the Chiefs.

Perth secure 'Gem' after signing Broncos title winner

Perth secure 'Gem' after signing Broncos title winner

Perth secure 'Gem' after signing Broncos title winner

Perth secure 'Gem' after signing Broncos title winner

Perth Bears have secured Australia and Queensland representative centre Gehamat Shibasaki until 2028 and added Fiji international Jope Rauqe to their squad.

'Terrible idea': Wayne against special Latrell clauses

'Terrible idea': Wayne against special Latrell clauses

'Terrible idea': Wayne against special Latrell clauses

'Terrible idea': Wayne against special Latrell clauses

Wayne Bennett has rejected suggestions Latrell Mitchell's contract should contain clauses that tie the injured star's earnings to the number of games he plays.

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Badge not bucks drive Carrigan’s Broncos future plans

Badge not bucks drive Carrigan’s Broncos future plans

Tax-free money in PNG is appealing but not as appealing as staying a one-club player at Brisbane for Broncos lock Pat Carrigan.

Robbo hits Broncos 50 after mud and guts netball start

Robbo hits Broncos 50 after mud and guts netball start

Brisbane superstar Julia Robinson had only played two games of league before she started her NRLW career and will notch her 50th match as the world's best.

Sharks keen to debunk narrative around NRL credentials

Sharks keen to debunk narrative around NRL credentials

They have a fit squad, a favourable run towards September and have proven they can win gritty, so are Cronulla a real premiership threat?

Elderly alleged robber denied bail over 'flight risk'

Elderly alleged robber denied bail over 'flight risk'

A magistrate believes a 78-year-old former rugby league international could abscond if granted bail while accused of a violent armed robbery three decades ago.

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Parramatta coach upbeat about Jarome Luai signing

Parramatta coach upbeat about Jarome Luai signing

Parramatta coach upbeat about Jarome Luai signing

Parramatta coach upbeat about Jarome Luai signing

The impending arrival of Jarome Luai has given Parramatta coach Jason Ryles extra reason to be excited for the 2027 NRL season.

Tigers to mull teen's debut after star's judiciary ban

Tigers to mull teen's debut after star's judiciary ban

Tigers to mull teen's debut after star's judiciary ban

Tigers to mull teen's debut after star's judiciary ban

Wests Tigers could turn to highly-rated teenager Javon Andrews for their must-win clash against Canberra after Latu Fainu failed in his fight at the judiciary.

Souths reel as Mitchell sees specialist, Fifita banned

Souths reel as Mitchell sees specialist, Fifita banned

Souths reel as Mitchell sees specialist, Fifita banned

Souths reel as Mitchell sees specialist, Fifita banned

Latrell Mitchell is set to see a specialist as South Sydney look to find a long-term solution as the gun centre endures an injury-plagued season.

New halves combination in Cowboys' push for NRL finals

New halves combination in Cowboys' push for NRL finals

New halves combination in Cowboys' push for NRL finals

New halves combination in Cowboys' push for NRL finals

North Queensland have reshuffled their halves as they fight to stay on track for a finals berth, while Melbourne and the Sydney Roosters welcome back key men.

'Not here yet': Moses tight-lipped on Luai signing

'Not here yet': Moses tight-lipped on Luai signing

'Not here yet': Moses tight-lipped on Luai signing

'Not here yet': Moses tight-lipped on Luai signing

The Parramatta captain has parried questions about Jarome Luai joining the club en route to the PNG Chiefs, preferring to talk up the Eels' top-eight tilt.

'Don't want them to go': Penrith address roster squeeze

'Don't want them to go': Penrith address roster squeeze

'Don't want them to go': Penrith address roster squeeze

'Don't want them to go': Penrith address roster squeeze

Penrith have 11 players about to enter the final year of their NRL contracts and their coach has vowed to fight to retain every single one of them.

'Very sorry': NRL player faces court for drink driving

'Very sorry': NRL player faces court for drink driving

'Very sorry': NRL player faces court for drink driving

'Very sorry': NRL player faces court for drink driving

A young NRL star "miscalculated" his blood alcohol level when getting behind the wheel hours after drinking alcohol, a magistrate has heard.

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'Don't like coming second': Dragons coach's blunt call

Dean Young wants the years of failure at St George Illawarra to become a thing of the past after being named as the club's new head coach.

Former Knight Dureau dies after illness

Scott Dureau, the former Newcastle halfback who became a Super League star with the Catalan Dragons, has died after battling cancer.

Dragons finally make call on NRL head coach

St George Illawarra have ended a three-month wait to appoint Shane Flanagan's successor by handing Dean Young a two-year deal.

Manly's silver lining amid fresh Trbojevic injury scare

Tom Trbojevic will hope to play for Manly before the regular season is over after receiving the results of scans on his latest hamstring injury.

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Tigers duo headline marathon NRL judiciary hearing

Three players, including two from the embattled Wests Tigers, will head to the NRL judiciary on Tuesday night in a bid to avoid suspension.

Donga the Dolphin provides Yeo-effect in finals push

Dolphins utility Kurt Donoghoe's playmaking skills are key to their title hopes and his history as a half came to the fore to edge the side closer to finals.

PNG Chiefs plot move to bring rugby convert back to NRL

After spending the last two years in rugby union, Joey Manu has emerged as a recruitment target for the PNG Chiefs.

‘Like Locky’: two-in-one Walsh finds Broncos formula

Brisbane great Steve Renouf says Reece Walsh will transition to No.6 like Darren Lockyer, but for now playing as an extra attacking half can fire a finals run.

Bulldogs playmaker addresses uncertain NRL future

Unsigned for 2027, Sean O'Sullivan is doing his hopes of finding a new NRL home no harm with his performances for Canterbury.

Code theory: Les to give Wallabies Kiss of life

Les Kiss has detailed his Wallabies way and a theory that's underpinned almost 30 years of coaching as he takes the reins ahead of a home Rugby World Cup.

Why star Rooster thinks veteran teammate is 'crazy'

Mark Nawaqanitawase knows all about the physical rigours of the NRL, so can understand why teammate Daniel Tupou is deliberating his future beyond 2026.

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