The Latest Breaking News from NRL

Asian Cup venue draw forces NRL, AFL clubs to hit road

Football Australia has released the host stadiums for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, which could have a knock-on effect for the country's major football codes.

AAP · Nov 13, 2024

Melbourne Storm keep key man out of rivals' clutches

Melbourne have signed football mastermind Frank Ponissi until the end of the 2029 season, ensuring a smooth transition when NRL coach Craig Bellamy calls time.

AAP · Nov 13, 2024

Brisbane NRL star Mam charged after head-on collision

Brisbane NRL star Ezra Mam has been charged after being accused of failing a roadside drug test following a head-on collision.

AAP · Nov 13, 2024

X marks spot as Broncos keep Hetherington

Brisbane forward Kobe Hetherington's manager has explained why new coach Michael Maguire refused a release.

AAP · Nov 11, 2024

Leo Thompson wants NRL future sorted before round one

Coming into the final season of his Newcastle contract, Leo Thompson does not want to enter the NRL season uncertain as to his playing future.

AAP · Nov 11, 2024

'Tough to cop': Roos' Coates opens up over PNG backlash

Winger Xavier Coates says he was hurt by online abuse after prioritising Australian Test selection over a Papua New Guinea national call-up.

AAP · Nov 11, 2024

Tonga-Samoa clash 'could draw 50,000' in right venue

Rugby league officials must decide where to play the 2025 Tonga v Samoa match, with Samoa coach Ben Gardiner believing it could attract more than 50,000 fans.

AAP · Nov 11, 2024

'My dream jersey': Togatuki content picking Jillaroos

Former Samoan representative Sarah Togatuki is hoping to play for Australia in Las Vegas after making it through her first series with the Jillaroos.

AAP · Nov 10, 2024

Tonga's future is bright, but Woolf's path is unclear

Set to take charge of the Dolphins next year, Kristian Woolf can't guarantee the move into an NRL head coaching gig won't end his involvement with Tonga.

AAP · Nov 10, 2024

Teenager Casey McLean bags four tries as NZ thrash PNG

Teenage winger Casey McLean has bagged four tries as New Zealand thrashed Papua New Guinea to avoid relegation to the second tier of the Pacific Championships.

AAP · Nov 10, 2024