Dutton takes aim at sports ‘elites’ over Voice support Peter Dutton has hit out at sporting "elites" as more of the country's big organisations back the Indigenous Voice to parliament. The New Daily · May 19, 2023
Could Heilum Luki be the first player of Niuean heritage selected for Origin? From representing a tiny pacific island nation as a kid, to North Queensland Cowboys prodigy, could Heilum Luki be pulling on the maroons jersey next? ABC News · May 18, 2023
Eels set a fresh challenge for in-form Cartwright As Parramatta fight to save their NRL season, captain Clint Gutherson is priming Bryce Cartwright to take his career-best form to a new level. AAP · May 18, 2023
‘Let’s get it over the line’: Rugby Australia and AFL back Indigenous voice to parliament Rugby Australia and the AFL have become the latest Australian sporting codes to declare support for the yes vote in the Indigenous voice to parliament referendum The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2023
North Queensland Cowboys player Luciano Leilua free to play in NRL as domestic violence charges dropped The 26-year-old North Queensland Cowboys back-rower had been stood down since he was arrested and charged in October, but is now free to join the 22-man squad for Saturday's clash against Wests Tigers. ABC News · May 18, 2023
How Sydney Roosters star Connor Watson is helping lead the fight against Indigenous youth suicide Six years after a family tragedy opened Connor Watson's eyes to the issue of suicide among Indigenous youths, the Roosters star is doing more than ever before to make a difference. ABC News · May 17, 2023
Who are the Brisbane Tigers and are they serious about getting an NRL franchise? Call them the Dolphins 2.0 — a Queensland footy club with decades of rich rugby league history who want to be included in the national competition. But can a fifth Queensland franchise cut it in the NRL? ABC News · May 17, 2023
Israel Folau doco examines how a legend became an outcast This is the story of how a social media post landed Israel Folau in a culture war, and for the first time, features crucial Pasifika voices. The New Daily · May 17, 2023
Brisbane Tigers announce bid for 18th NRL team licence One of the oldest clubs in Australian rugby league has launched a bid to become the NRL’s 18th team after opening a new $10m stadium The Guardian - AU · May 17, 2023
How Israel Folau became the most controversial figure in Australian sport His contributions to rugby league and union are beyond reproach, however, his sacking from the Wallabies after expressing his religious beliefs sparked a debate that continues to polarise to this day. ABC News · May 16, 2023
New Zealand ponders bid to host 2025 Rugby League World Cup with Australia NRL chief says France’s withdrawal is ‘disappointing’ but NZRL says it would be a great opportunity for Indigenous and Pasifika communities The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2023
Dragons face significant overhaul if club is to emerge from NRL mediocrity Major roster and cultural changes are required after Anthony Griffin’s underwhelming coaching tenure was brought to an end The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2023
St George Illawarra Dragons axe coach Anthony Griffin after poor start to NRL season The team is equal last on the NRL ladder after a sixth straight defeat at the weekend, with club bosses saying the performances this season have not met expectations. ABC News · May 16, 2023
Israel Folau: new documentary charts rise and fall of rugby star four years on ‘Folau’ explores how the former Wallaby made himself into a political and religious football by sharing his anti-LGBTQI+ views The Guardian - AU · May 13, 2023
ABC News · May 13, 2023 The hero's journey of Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs back Fa'amanu Brown Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs back Fa'amanu Brown has gone to dark places during his footy career, but caring for his dying mother brought him back to his true self.
ABC News · May 13, 2023 Raiders beat Parramatta Eels in Canberra, Rabbitohs and Cowboys also win The Raiders have beaten the Eels to move into the NRL's top eight in a fiery contest in Canberra. Earlier, South Sydney and the Cowboys claimed wins.
The New Daily · May 12, 2023 ‘F***ing three years’: Hayne’s outburst at jail sentence Disgraced former NRL star Jarryd Hayne will spend at least the next two years in jail after a jury found him guilty of sexually assaulting a woman.
ABC News · May 12, 2023 Jarryd Hayne sentenced to four years, nine months' jail for sexual assault The former NRL player remarked "say no more" after the judge read out his sentence for the 2018 sexual assault in Newcastle.
ABC News · May 12, 2023 Through many rugby league lives and 300 NRL games, St George Illawarra's Ben Hunt has never stopped fighting Ben Hunt has endured plenty of trials and tribulations through his long NRL career. Now preparing for his 300th first-grade match, the Queensland Origin star shows no sign of slowing down, writes Nick Campton.
The New Daily · May 11, 2023 Melbourne Storm topples NRL ladder leaders Brisbane Broncos Melbourne Storm has edged Brisbane Broncos in a drama-charged NRL clash to extend its long domination over the ladder leaders.
Daily Mirror · May 10, 2023 Hull KR's Lachlan Coote makes "tough" decision to retire after trophy-laden career Australian full-back, 33, won three successive Grand Finals with St Helens and a Challenge Cup before bringing his quality to the Robins but he'll call time on a glittering career at the end of the season
Leeds Live · May 10, 2023 Leeds Rhinos suffer fresh injury blow ahead of Wigan Warriors trip The forward has been ruled out of the contest.
The Guardian - AU · May 9, 2023 Afternoon Update: Labor confirms welfare payment increase; Melbourne lockdown residents compensated; and Game of Thrones prequel paused Albanese government to release detail of welfare payment rises along with rest of budget at 7.30pm AEST
The Guardian - AU · May 9, 2023 NRL joins growing number of sporting codes backing Indigenous voice to parliament Major Australian sporting organisations expected to play a significant role in the yes campaign, with AFL and Cricket Australia yet to announce a stance
The New Daily · May 9, 2023 NRL backs ‘yes’ vote in Voice referendum The NRL has come out in support of a 'yes' vote in the upcoming referendum to add an Indigenous voice to the Australian constitution.