'I will look at it': Bai ready for PNG Chiefs approach Gold Coast forward Cooper Bai has joined Jarome Luai in inking a sponsorship deal with a PNG-based company as he faces a huge call on his future. . AAP · Oct 14
Australian success is not guaranteed but who can stop the Rugby League World Cup hosts? A handful of increasingly competitive teams are expected to at least provide intrigue in what is likely to be the best tournament the sport has witnessed The Guardian - AU · Oct 13
Walsh wins Kangaroos nod as Kiwis reveal stacked pack Reece Walsh has edged out James Tedesco for Australia's fullback role as he goes head to head with New Zealand debutant Kalyn Ponga. AAP · Oct 13
'Will be great for us': Suaalii welcomes Nawaqanitawase He looms as a rival for a Wallabies backline spot but Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii cannot wait to have fellow code-hopping superstar Mark Nawaqanitawase back in rugby. AAP · Oct 13
How NRL's Super League bid could revive a fallen giant Trent Robinson is the architect of France's quest for international rugby league relevance and believes the NRL can play a major role in its renaissance. AAP · Oct 13
Kids kept Kiwi Clark going through dark NRL days Dual lock of the year Erin Clark opens up to AAP on how his children inspired a career revival from bench player to New Zealand World Cup forward. AAP · Oct 13
Yeo gives verdict on Kangaroos' fullback shootout Captain Isaah Yeo has declared there is no wrong answer between Reece Walsh and James Tedesco as the pair fight for the Kangaroos' fullback jersey. AAP · Oct 12
'Close to my heart': Nan put the Fiji fire inside Kurt Fiji firebrand Kurt Donoghoe will be playing for his late grandmother when he brings his explosive talents to the table in the World Cup. AAP · Oct 12
‘So, so grateful’: Nathan Cleary confirms reason behind Mary Fowler’s Matildas absence The injured NRL star has expressed deep appreciation to his partner, after she flew back to Australia to spend time with him post-surgery The Guardian - AU · Oct 11
Gagai eyes second World Cup title, with his second team Nine years after winning the Rugby League World Cup with Australia, Dane Gagai is chasing a second title but this time wearing New Zealand's black and white. AAP · Oct 11
Over before it began: Perth Bears chief executive quits Inaugural Perth Bears chief executive Anthony De Ceglie has quit less than 18 months into his tenure at the fledgling rugby league club. AAP · Oct 9
'Tears in their eyes': Ponga proud to represent family Kalyn Ponga is preparing for the international rugby league arena, grateful for a rule change that allows him to chase glory with New Zealand at the World Cup. AAP · Oct 9
P-plater bailed after horror crash into Newcastle fans An 18-year-old driver has been granted bail after a car ploughed into a crowd who were farewelling the Newcastle Knights ahead of the NRL grand final. AAP · Oct 9
Love Island Australia 2026 Cast Has Been Unveiled So It's Time To Have A Cheeky Instagram Stalk Love Island Australia's upcoming eighth season features tradies, models and ex-sports stars looking for love in tropical Fiji. Pedestrian.tv · Oct 9
AAP · Oct 9 Tonga half cleared for World Cup as Titans prop culled Tonga have received official clearance to play Junior Amone in the World Cup with Gold Coast prop Moeaki Fotuaika dropping out of the squad.
AAP · Oct 9 Melbourne and Munster no more? Star weighs his options Cameron Munster knows he wasn't up to his best in 2026, but is looking to bounce back with a strong World Cup before future contract negotiations start.
The Independent UK · Oct 8 This is Australia’s best shot at the Bledisloe Cup in years – but beware an All Blacks side with a ‘point to prove’ BLEDISLOE CUP: High on confidence after beating South Africa, the Wallabies face an injury-hit New Zealand in Auckland in the first of back-to-back Tests
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Why London Broncos are set for Super League despite missing out on place as IMG gradings revealed The Australian-backed club could benefit from a proposed deal with the NRL
The Guardian - UK · Oct 8 London Broncos graded below Barrow but still set for Super League place Runaway Championship winners London Broncos have been graded only 16th for 2027 behind Barrow Raiders
AAP · Oct 8 Expect a call: Wallabies coach on cross-code wonder Mark Nawaqanitawase could still feature on the Wallabies' November tour, with coach Les Kiss keen to reconnect after the cross-code talent's mesmeric NRL form.
AAP · Oct 8 Battle for use of Chiefs NRL team name headed for court New Zealand Rugby has filed proceedings in the NZ High Court over the decision to name the NRL's Papua New Guinea expansion side the Chiefs.
AAP · Oct 7 Hip-drop tackle added to rugby's global rule book World Rugby has moved to outlaw the hip-drop tackle that's claimed multiple high-profile victims across codes but previously gone unmentioned in the rule book.
AAP · Oct 7 'One of the greats': Tupou signs off on Roosters career The Sydney Roosters will be without dependable winger Daniel Tupou next season, after he confirmed he will retire with immediate effect.
AAP · Oct 7 Sidelined Eel earns Lebanon World Cup call-up Mitchell Moses and Adam Doueihi's withdrawal from the Lebanon squad has led to Mohamed Alameddine earning a call-up for the Cedars' World Cup campaign.
AAP · Oct 6 Long stays, North Sydney and charters in Bears' plans The Perth Bears are looking at training out of North Sydney between some games when they enter the NRL, as part of a mammoth logistical puzzle for year one.