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Storm lock down NRL superstar after torrid off-season

Melbourne have extended the contract of skipper Harry Grant until the end of the 2028 NRL season after losing four key players in the off-season.

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Eli Katoa ruled out of entire 2026 NRL season after head impacts and brain surgery

Melbourne Storm backrower continues recovery at home while the club refuses to put a timeframe on his return to playing after injuries

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Storm to push Bellamy for early call on coaching future

Storm boss Justin Rodski says the club wants an early decision from coach Craig Bellamy about whether he will be at the helm for a 25th NRL season.

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Papenhuyzen explains exit, exploring life after NRL

Ryan Papenhuyzen has taken to Instagram to explain his decision to leave the Melbourne Storm, indicating he won't return to the NRL in 2026.

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Storm talent hit with death threat in restaurant spat

An NRL star who attempted to intervene in a melee outside a Lebanese restaurant involving his brother has been spared a conviction.

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Name unveiled of new PNG team to join NRL competition

The Papua New Guinea Chiefs will join the NRL in 2028, with the name revealed before kick-off in the clash between PNG and the Australian Prime Minister's XIII.

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Melbourne Storm grant star veteran immediate release

Melbourne have made their first significant roster move since losing a second straight NRL grand final, granting a big-money forward an immediate release.

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NRL 2025 grand final: Brisbane Broncos beat Melbourne Storm – as it happened

Broncos crowned premiers with 26-22 win over the Storm as Reece Walsh awarded Clive Churchill Medal at Accor Stadium

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How Storm’s high-flying winger Xavier Coates could play decisive role in NRL grand final

Brisbane will be desperate to limit the impact of the Melbourne player known for his aerial ability and eye-catching corner tries

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The Broncos ended one dynasty but must beat the NRL’s benchmark to return to glory

While Melbourne Storm have a legacy like few others, Brisbane were once rugby league royalty too. The stage is set for a huge grand final

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Former Wests Tigers bigwigs buy netball franchise

Justin Pascoe and Lee Hagipantelis have accelerated their sports ownership portfolio, purchasing the Sunshine Coast Lightning off the Melbourne Storm.

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Melbourne Storm look to celebrate bronzed Bellamy

Craig Bellamy, who had feared his Melbourne career could have been over after 10 games, is set to bring up 600 matches as Storm coach.

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Elder's NRL return after Welcome to Country heartbreak

A Senior Wurundjeri Elder will attend the NRL's Indigenous Round, despite tensions with the club's board, after her Anzac Day Welcome to Country was cancelled.

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Melbourne’s rugby landscape opened up with Rebels’ demise – Storm are pouncing on the opportunity

The NRL club hope to entice young rugby union players to league by investing in strong pathway programs while Rugby Victoria drags its heels

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Star Storm prop defends NSW Origin selection

Selected for the Origin decider, Melbourne Storm prop Stefano Utoikamanu has defended his NSW game in Origin II, saying it was difficult to make an impression.

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Glory and Fury to Devils and Dolphins: Australian team names come full circle

The trend for unorthodox sporting nicknames has made way for a return to more traditional monikers

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‘Run it straight’ competition announces event with $200,000 prize despite warnings about viral challenge’s head trauma risk

Liberal MP Moira Deeming and Melbourne Storm forward Nelson Asofa-Solomona reportedly join a concussion expert in expressing concern

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Bears' huge task revealed as coach announcement looms

The Perth Bears have a mighty task to become competitive from the outset as history shows how expansion clubs typically struggle in their early seasons.

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Stajcic dreams of Wanderers becoming ALM's own Penrith

Western Sydney Wanderers head coach Alen Stajcic wants the club's return to the A-League Men finals to be the start of something special.

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Ghost field goal triggers Raiders’ Magic Round win to leave Storm rueing ill discipline

Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has cursed his side’s ill-discipline after they gave away three late penalties to lose the final match of NRL Magic Round

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Indigenous Elders Disappointed As Melbourne Storm Cancels ANZAC Day Welcome To Country

Melbourne Storm is facing heavy criticism after cancelling a planned Welcome to Country ceremony on ANZAC Day.

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Melbourne Storm slammed as Welcome to Country cancelled

The NRL's Melbourne Storm are accused of cancelling the Welcome to Country at short notice, hours after hecklers disrupted the city's Anzac Day dawn service.

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Storm sell out AAMI in record time with AFL Gathering

With no AFL in Victoria this weekend, the Melbourne Storm have produced a historically quick sell-out for their NRL clash with the New Zealand Warriors.

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Storm star accused of targeting man in late-night brawl

Melbourne Storm star Shawn Blore and his brother allegedly punched and elbowed a man during a wild brawl outside a restaurant involving up to 15 people.

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Papenhuyzen poised to sign again for Melbourne Storm

Ryan Papenhuyzen is poised to recommit to Melbourne, likely adding another year to his current Storm contract.

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