Klein faces axe as NRL admit crucial refereeing error The NRL has admitted the Warriors should have had the chance to level the scores at 12-12 late in the dying stages of their semi-final loss to Newcastle. AAP · Sep 21
Manly winger Hopoate banned for pushing ref over Manly winger Lehi Hopoate has become the latest NRL player to receive a suspension for physical contact with a match official. AAP · May 17
Mission accomplished: Kangaroos complete Ashes sweep Harry Grant and Cameron Munster proved inspirational as Australia wrapped up their three-Test Ashes rugby league whitewash of England at Headingley. AAP · Nov 8, 2025
Australia too strong for fading England to seal another Rugby League Ashes win England 4-14 Australia: The Kangaroos pulled away int he second half to wrap up a 2-0 series victory in front of a packed crowd at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2025
We won't blame the referee if Kangaroos lose: Walters Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters insists the referee won't have a decisive influence on the first Test, despite differing rule interpretations in England. AAP · Oct 23, 2025
Klein dumped as NRL appoint new grand-final referee Ashley Klein's reign as the NRL's top referee is over after a first-time grand-final referee was put in charge of Sunday's game between Brisbane and Melbourne. AAP · Sep 30, 2025
No bunker error despite Eels' obstruction protests: NRL The NRL says the bunker was correct not to overturn Penrith's winning try against Parramatta or award Canberra a try after an incorrect knock-on decision. AAP · Aug 12, 2024
Storm skipper Grant fined after shock sin-bin Storm skipper Harry Grant has been fined $1000 after his controversial sin-bin for making contact with Cronulla kicker Daniel Atkinson during Melbourne's loss. AAP · May 12, 2024
Sharks cement top spot with rare NRL win in Melbourne Cronulla have cracked a rare win over the Storm, roaring home to secure a 25-18 victory over Melbourne in their top-of-the-table clash. AAP · May 11, 2024
NRL in a bind after costly errors increase scrutiny on refereeing Blunders by Ashley Klein during the Storm-Roosters semi-final have put the spotlight on officiating at a crucial juncture The Guardian - AU · Sep 17, 2023
Klein edges Atkins to referee NRL decider Kasey Badger will referee the NRLW grand final between the Knights and Eels before Ashley Klein takes the whistle in NRL decider between Panthers and Eels AAP · Sep 27, 2022