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NRL dumps kick-off change, reveals 2026 rule tweaks

The NRL has reversed plans to drastically alter the kick-off, but made a handful of eye-catching tweaks to its rules for the 2026 season.

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R360 dealt fresh blow as NRL threatens rebel players with 10-year ban

The breakaway rugby union venture is due to launch next year and is reportedly targeting top rugby league stars

The Independent UK

Storm want judiciary overhaul as Crichton cops fine

While Bulldogs star Stephen Crichton has been charged three days post-game, Melbourne want clubs to be able to challenge gradings without risking matches.

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Walters embraces 'lifetime' chance to coach Australia

Kevin Walters is committed as Australia coach for the next 12 months and has put all aspirations to return to the NRL aside as he targets Ashes success.

AAP

Kangaroos captain endorses next green and gold coach

Australia captain Isaah Yeo has backed Kevin Walters' looming appointment as Kangaroos coach, believing someone without club ties is right given the timing.

AAP

NRL 'not concerned' as players fight judiciary change

The NRL has reiterated its stance on a controversial rule change aimed at tightening the judiciary process.

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NRL downplays judiciary change after Cleary frustration

NRL boss Andrew Abdo says it will only be in "very rare, exceptional circumstances" that the Australian Rugby League Commission weighs into judiciary matters.

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Cleary vents over NRL's 'disturbing' new powers

Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is unhappy with the NRL's judicial process, lashing the hip-drop rule, the Match Review Committee and ARLC's new charging power.

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Former Bulldogs boss to chair new PNG franchise

The NRL's expansion franchise in PNG has a board with the Australian Rugby League Commission naming former Bulldogs boss Ray Dib as the chair.

AAP

V'landys turns on charm before crack at Perth media

While Western Australia premier Roger Cook fought off criticism of the Perth Bears deal, ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys was joking about breakfast TV.

AAP

NRL approves revised Perth expansion bid to bring back the Bears

The ARLC agrees in principle to WA government proposal with existing clubs and Rugby League Players’ Association still to sign off the deal

The Guardian - AU

How NRL plans to get more PNG players onto club lists

Each club will be allowed to sign two cap-exempt players from PNG in an effort to build the Pacific nation's depth ahead of the new team's admission to the NRL.

AAP

Rebuffed Perth NRL bid made new $20m licence fee offer

The cashed-up Perth consortium that the NRL rejected to run a new franchise in 2027 had made a stunning revised offer that included a $20 million licence fee.

AAP

‘It’s time’: PNG residents back NRL team but cost and benefits uncertain

Australian government plans include funds for education programs while locals estimate 80% of population follow rugby league

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Kumuls captain wants Bennett to coach PNG NRL team

PNG captain Kyle Laybutt is backing a home-based NRL team and wants Wayne Bennett as the inaugural coach.

The New Daily

Injury, anger and timeless inspiration set the stage for a gripping State of Origin series opener

NSW shrugs off injury and anger at its jersey, while Queensland draws on a decades-old motto for inspiration ahead of State of Origin opener.

ABC News

Mark Carroll urges NRL to 'look after' retired players amid concerns about long-term concussion effects

Rugby league cult hero Mark Carroll calls on the NRL to assist retired players who are struggling with the effects of concussion suffered during their careers.

AAP

Manly pass call wrong but tracking tech still a way off

The NRL won't rush to introduce ball-tracking technology before the end of 2023 despite admitting to an error in a crucial try-scoring situation in round four.

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RLPA doubles down, lashes NRL offer

The RLPA is standing by its decision to reject the Collective Bargaining Agreement proposed by the NRL as tensions between the two parties reach critical mass.

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NRL loses appeal over NSW board election

An appeal by the Australian NRL body against the exclusion of Cronulla boss Dino Mezzatesta from NSW Rugby League's board has failed.

ABC News

From 'Dally M' to 'Maggie M': Rugby league considering award name change to honour pioneer of the women's game

Maggie Moloney burst onto the scene in 1921 in what's believed to be the first public game of women's rugby league in Australia. Now, the pioneer could be honoured by the NRLW's top gong.

The Guardian - AU

How the NRL played politics and emerged as the big winner from grand final stoush

The league has successfully managed to manoeuvre into a strong position that will serve it well for years to come

The Guardian - AU

NRL grand final to be played in Sydney, ending NSW and Queensland battle for event

The ARLC has chosen NSW to stage this year’s showpiece event, with hosting rights for future editions to be sold to the highest bidder

AAP

NRL, NSW govt to meet on grand final

The NRL has pushed back making a decision on the venue for the 2022 grand final to allow for another meeting with the NSW government on stadiums and the event.

The Guardian - AU

Suite deal: NRL to open rugby league-themed hotel in Brisbane

Queenslanders who dream of a closer bond with Wally Lewis will soon be able to sleep in a suite named after the rugby league great in an NRL-themed hotel

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