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He's no Ferrari, but Shark is as reliable as they come

After undergoing 15 surgeries during his NRL career, Cameron McInnes revels in the process of recovery and not feeling the best.

AAP · Sep 11

'Unheard of': best ever Warriors backed to make history

Warriors legend Clinton Toopi was part of the trailblazing 2002 side but says the current team has set benchmarks and standards that sit alone in club history.

AAP · Sep 11

Self-imposed booze ban helps hard-luck Rooster heal

Sydney Roosters winger Billy Smith is preaching the benefits of giving up alcohol after finally getting his body right in 2026.

AAP · Sep 11

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Roosters overcome Dogs scare to stay undefeated in NRLW

The Roosters have come from behind to end the regular season unbeaten, after the Bulldogs threatened a massive NRLW upset at Allianz Stadium on Thursday night.

AAP · Sep 10

The October experience driving Panthers in finals

When Reece Walsh engineered one of the great grand-final comebacks last year, Penrith's group chat stayed silent but the motivation was laid for 2026.

AAP · Sep 10

Run-it-straight boss knew event was on the edge: judge

A last-minute cancellation of a controversial sporting event is not a death knell but disappointed attendees can seek refunds, the sport's founder says.

AAP · Sep 10

They'll run out of cap space: V'landys' warning on PNG

Peter V'landys insists the NRL is not making a course correction by rejecting PNG's Hudson Young offer, which fell $50,000 short of the league's market value.

AAP · Sep 10

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How Holbrook inspired Newcastle's remarkable turnaround

Newcastle have scored an extra 12.3 points per game in 2026 compared to last year's wooden-spoon season, making for the fourth greatest improvement in history.

AAP · Sep 10

Cowboys set for 'lives depend on it' finals display

North Queensland hooker Reed Mahoney says "the evidence is there" from a topsy-turvy season that the best of the Cowboys can do damage in the finals series.

AAP · Sep 9

Roosters great lifts lid on future, finals injury cloud

Daniel Tupou is close to resolving his contract status for 2027 as he aims to keep fit for the Sydney Roosters' premiership push.

AAP · Sep 9

'Swear by it': night ritual key to Dolphin's 96 in row

Dolphins winger Jamayne Isaako will happily be stranded on '99 not out' if it means winning a title at the club where he has not missed a match in four years.

AAP · Sep 9

'Silly' not to deliver in finals for Roosters, says DCE

Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters for a reason, and the veteran is ready to deliver "this club that feeling of winning a premiership".

AAP · Sep 9

Cleary sight: Cronk has Dolphins No.7 running to glory

The example of Nathan Cleary and the wisdom of legendary halfback Cooper Cronk have given Dolphins playmaker Isaiya Katoa inspiration ahead of the finals.

AAP · Sep 8

'He's looking down': Fifita determined to do dad proud

South Sydney David Fifita has opened up about losing his father and how it is driving him to return to his best football again.

AAP · Sep 8

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AAP · Sep 8

Home truths that set rising Knights star free

Newcastle wrecking-ball Francis Manuleleua was struggling for game time part of the way through 2026 before being told to lose weight and fix his work ethic.

AAP · Sep 8

Money isn't everything: Penrith star's big future hint

Penrith star Liam Martin has revealed he could forego more money elsewhere to stay at the Panthers, as he weighs up his future beyond the end of 2027.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8

‘We’ve got grand final tickets’: Belief builds in Auckland amid Warriors NRL fever

Despite just missing out on the minor premiership, fans are daring to dream as the Wahs emerge as the most-loved rugby team in the city

AAP · Sep 7

Why the Roosters want NRL's No.1 villain red lining

Spencer Leniu takes no prisoners each time he steps on the field and the Roosters want the prop to bring the fire for their NRL finals encounter with Penrith.

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AAP · Sep 7

Life changer: Max moment set dynamo Dolphin on NRL path

In hindsight, Dolphins star Max Plath seemed destined for NRL success but his journey to the top kicked off with a classic display when under Brisbane's noses.

AAP · Sep 7

NRL to move Warriors out of home if they host prelim

The Warriors have been told they are unlikely to host a preliminary final at Mt Smart, with Peter V'landy's 90 per cent sure the game would be at Eden Park.

AAP · Sep 7

Gilbert gets 'nice reward' after almost giving NRL away

Dolphins co-captain Tom Gilbert was thinking of his son and his teammates when he almost quit the NRL, but he persevered and will now make club history.

AAP · Sep 7

'I don't buy that': NRL boss dismisses player confusion

Captains from finals clubs say they aren't entirely clear around set restarts and what ruck speed NRL referees want. Peter V'landys doesn't believe them.

AAP · Sep 6

Why Penrith duo's comebacks have Nathan Cleary excited

Mitch Kenny and Isaah Yeo are back at the right time and their impact in the finals will be invaluable to Penrith's premiership tilt, Nathan Cleary says.

AAP · Sep 6

NRL minor premiership a major achievement for Panthers

Penrith have claimed the NRL's minor premiership by beating Wests Tigers to lock in a week-one finals clash with the Roosters.

AAP · Sep 5

Everyone's frustrated: Stars' warning before NRL finals

The NRL's officiating is back in the spotlight ahead of the finals, with Harry Grant, Cameron McInnes and Craig Fitzgibbon all voicing their confusion.

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