The Latest Breaking News from NRL

Papua New Guinea to join NRL under historic deal with a China ‘escape clause’

PNG will field an NRL team from 2028 after the Australian government confirmed a $600m deal that aims to deepen diplomatic ties in the Pacific

The Guardian - AU · Dec 11, 2024

Papenhuyzen sticks with Storm through 2026 season

Admitting Melbourne's initial offer was an ego blow, fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is comfortable about his Storm future after signing a contract extension.

AAP · Dec 11, 2024

NRL sure PNG team can be strong despite November 1 rule

A PNG-based team is set to enter the NRL in 2028, but current rules mean they must wait almost two years to begin negotiating with contracted players.

AAP · Dec 11, 2024

Woolf puts 'fear of God' into Dolphins prop Josh Kerr

Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf knows how to press prop Josh Kerr's buttons and he wouldn't have it any other way as he targets a contract extension.

AAP · Dec 10, 2024

Carney gives Broncos players pep-talk on NRL pitfalls

Broncos prop Payne Haas says players have benefited from listening to Todd Carney speak about making good choices as he relishes his time under Michael Maguire.

AAP · Dec 10, 2024

NRL convert among Australia's latest NFL hopefuls

Newcastle development player and former North Queensland winger Laitia Moceidreke will join Wallaby Jordan Petaia in an international NFL talent camp.

AAP · Dec 9, 2024

PNG to turn pipeline NRL dream into bona fide reality

Papua New Guinea NRL officials will be able to begin plans for a club name and colours once NRL expansion is confirmed, along with a location for their village.

AAP · Dec 9, 2024

Champion halfback Dodd embraces pressure at Souths

Lewis Dodd knows he will face far more scrutiny as an NRL halfback than he did in the English Super League, and he is ready to embrace it at South Sydney.

AAP · Dec 7, 2024

Munster hoping for Origin rumble with Storm's Bellamy

Recovering from hip surgery, Cameron Munster says he's driven by the prospect of another NRL title and also facing Storm coach Craig Bellamy in State of Origin.

AAP · Dec 6, 2024

NZ sevens ace out to follow Warbrick's Storm success

Melbourne recruit Moses Leo is hoping to make the same impact in the NRL as his former New Zealand sevens teammate, star Storm winger Will Warbrick.

AAP · Dec 5, 2024