Tug of war for Toia ramps up ahead of World Cup Robert Toia, Jojo Fifita and David Fifita have told Tonga coach Kristian Woolf that they are available for the World Cup but Australia are circling. AAP · Sep 29
Dolphins CEO and Staggs stoke 'soap opera' derby drama The derby clash between Brisbane and the Dolphins is bigger than Ben-Hur, due in no small measure to two powerful personalities on both sides of the fence. AAP · Aug 7
Walsh wizardry helps Broncos edge past Panthers Three try assists and a late goal from the sidelines from Reece Walsh have helped Brisbane edge past Penrith in a 14-12 NRL thriller. AAP · Jul 16
'Expose him': Hammer issues challenge to NSW rival Queensland centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will show no mercy to opposite number Stephen Crichton - or Dolphins teammate Jack Bostock - in the Origin decider. AAP · Jul 2
'Personal favourite' out as Blues make major changes Star winger Brian To'o and second-rower Dylan Lucas are among four players dropped as NSW look to rebound in the State of Origin decider. AAP · Jun 28
Blues blow as Latrell Mitchell ruled out of game three Latrell Mitchell had said Monday's training could help decide his chances of returning in round 17 but the Rabbitohs centre did not make it past the warm-up. AAP · Jun 22
RL: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. AAP · Jun 17
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. AAP · Jun 17
Queensland set up State of Origin decider with stunning Game 2 win over NSW Maroons defeat Blues 44-24 with second-half onslaught at MCG as Selwyn Cobbo hat-trick helps level series at one all The Guardian - AU · Jun 17
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. AAP · Jun 16
Reynolds support not enough to save Broncos star Mam Brisbane need a win against South Sydney to turn around their season but star playmaker Ezra Mam has been overlooked again for a starting spot. AAP · Jun 9
Crichton aims to silence 'doubters' amid form slump Stephen Crichton has declared himself fit and is keen to silence his critics, as well as Queensland, in the State of Origin series opener. AAP · May 25
RL:'Take it personally': Blues to grant Staggs free rein Kotoni Staggs is twice the player to the one who had a forgettable debut four years ago, and that's why Laurie Daley gave him a shot for redemption. AAP · May 22
'Take it personally': Blues to grant Staggs free rein Kotoni Staggs is twice the player to the one who had a forgettable debut four years ago, and that's why Laurie Daley gave him a shot for redemption. AAP · May 22
AAP · May 17 Tedesco's NSW recall joy, Blues name six Origin rookies James Tedesco is back in the NSW State of Origin fold, named in a Blues squad for the series opener alongside six debutants.
AAP · May 16 'Special plays and big moments': Staggs backed for NSW Kotoni Staggs has been backed to provide "special plays'' for NSW if selected after an injury scare to Latrell Mitchell, who limped off at Magic Round.
AAP · May 3 Mariner hospitalised as Broncos' injury woes deepen Brisbane's player availability crisis has worsened as coach Michael Maguire faces having to turn to players outside the top 30 to fill the backline void.
AAP · May 2 Nawaqanitawase's Origin shot over after ankle injury An ankle injury has cruelled Mark Nawaqanitawase's NSW State of Origin chances, while Angus Crichton could also be in a race against the clock for game one.
AAP · May 2 Roosters hold on as Broncos record comeback falls short Three of the Sydney Roosters' State of Origin hopefuls suffered injuries in a 38-24 win over Brisbane, while Broncos half Adam Reynolds was also concussed.
AAP · Apr 25 'Origin player': Staggs backed for NSW recall Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs had his best season in attack in 2025 but is now firing in defence as he makes a case to return to the NSW State of Origin side.
AAP · Apr 24 Kikau injury not only concern for inconsistent Bulldogs Canterbury's woeful display against Brisbane highlighted issues that have haunted their start to 2026 as they search for consistency both sides of the ball.
AAP · Apr 23 Perham's first start in 964 days as Broncos blood two Brisbane will hand club debuts to forwards Va'a Semu and Preston Riki as Jesse Arthars fails a fitness test and Kotoni Staggs gets set to play Canterbury.
AAP · Apr 21 'Standing on a nail': Riki turns superhero in headgear Brisbane fans insist Jordan Riki is a beast when he wears headgear and his ability to play through an agonising foot injury adds credence to that view.
AAP · Apr 20 Haas out of Origin as fellow Broncos prop hospitalised Brisbane's injury crisis has escalated, with Payne Haas to miss six to eight weeks and fellow prop Corey Jensen in hospital with a blood clot.
AAP · Apr 4 Walsh hospitalised after Broncos hold off gutsy Titans Ezra Mam has stepped up in the absence of two of Brisbane's biggest stars to secure a 26-12 win over a Gold Coast side that put up a real fight.