Sexton says he's ready to step up as Titans lose Foran Recalled Gold Coast playmaker Toby Sexton says he is in the best head space after his former schoolboy coach Brad Davis helped revive his NRL career. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
Afternoon Update: TikTok banned on government devices; Jarryd Hayne found guilty of sexual assault; and a huge beer spill in Montana Australia joins a growing list of nations cracking down on the Chinese-owned app The Guardian - AU · Apr 4, 2023
Betting inquiry sees wagering companies squirm over blocking winning gamblers The head of Australia's largest online sports betting company and the chair of a parliamentary inquiry looking into internet gambling share a tense encounter in Canberra over whether successful gamblers get blocked from betting. ABC News · Apr 4, 2023
Manu named at fullback for Roosters' clash with Storm Joey Manu will replace James Tedesco as the Roosters' fullback this weekend, while Parramatta, Manly and North Queensland have welcomed back key players. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
Brasher backs Tigers' call to return Doueihi to No.6 Tim Brasher has told Wests Tigers players to get behind Tim Sheens and trust the coach, backing the call to revert Adam Doueihi to No.6 from fullback. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
Former NRL player Jarryd Hayne guilty of sexual assault after third trial A jury finds former NRL star Jarryd Hayne guilty of sexually assaulting a woman in her bedroom more than four years ago, after a third trial over the allegations. ABC News · Apr 4, 2023
Broncos flyer Arthars re-signs until 2026 Brisbane have rewarded versatile outside back Jesse Arthars with a new Broncos deal after his strong start to the season on the wing. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
Finucane, Niukore, Okunbor accept NRL hip-drop bans Cronulla captain Dale Finucane, Warriors second-rower Marata Niukore and Canterbury winger Jayden Okunbor have all pleaded guilty to hip-drop tackles. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
Rugby cash won't tempt NRL's Cameron Murray Souths captain Cam Murray has doubled down on his stance on a code switch, saying no amount of money will entice him away from the Rabbitohs in the short-term. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
AFL and NRL chiefs face grilling on gambling ad revenue Chiefs of the AFL and NRL have defended their football codes under questioning about the reliance on gambling advertising revenue at a parliamentary inquiry. The New Daily · Apr 4, 2023
Ipswich is our heartland: Jones talks up NRL expansion ARL commissioner Kate Jones says the NRL is determined to expand to 20 teams as Brisbane Firehawks and Brisbane Jets powerbrokers promote southeast Queensland. AAP · Apr 4, 2023
Rugby league clubs' close relationships with betting increasingly at odds with other sports NRL and AFL bosses are preparing to face a House of Representatives committee inquiry about online gambling. ABC News · Apr 3, 2023
Rookie Pezet learning from 'resilient' Papenhuyzen Rooming with Ryan Papenhuyzen has allowed Melbourne's Jonah Pezet to learn off the field, as well as on it, during his first month as an NRL player. AAP · Apr 3, 2023
Kruise Leeming poses in Gold Coast Titans colours after making Rohan Smith dig following Leeds Rhinos exit The former Leeds Rhinos captain moved to Australia last week. Leeds Live · Apr 3, 2023
AAP · Apr 3, 2023 Panthers re-sign NRL premiership prop Moses Leota New Zealand international prop forward Moses Leota has re-signed with Penrith in a major boost for the reigning premiers.
AAP · Apr 3, 2023 Happiness fuels Johnson's fire at the Warriors Shaun Johnson has endured a tough second coming at the Warriors, but after his heroics against Cronulla the much-maligned NRL playmaker finally feels happy.
AAP · Apr 3, 2023 Latrell ready to respond after Demetriou tongue-lashing South Sydney star Latrell Mitchell says Jason Demetriou's spray has got him ready to rip in against Canterbury on Good Friday.
AAP · Apr 2, 2023 NRL dismisses suggestions of hip-drop crackdown The NRL's policing of the hip-drop tackle has been criticised as overly zealous, but the league insists it did not plan to crack down on the shot in round five.
ABC News · Apr 2, 2023 Canterbury's Matt Burton has everything an NRL team would want in their star but he can still have so much more In the aftermath of Canterbury's remarkable golden point victory over North Queensland, the talents and future of Matt Burton feel limitless.
AAP · Apr 2, 2023 Bulldog Burton's JT moment ices Cowboys in extra time After missing a late conversion attempt, Canterbury five-eighth Matt Burton slotted a field goal in extra-time to help the Bulldogs edge North Queensland.
AAP · Apr 2, 2023 Johnson leads Warriors to 32-30 NRL win over Sharks The Warriors have sealed a 32-30 win over Cronulla after Shaun Johnson kicked a penalty goal in the dying seconds of a dramatic NRL clash.
ABC News · Apr 2, 2023 Mark Carroll urges NRL to 'look after' retired players amid concerns about long-term concussion effects Rugby league cult hero Mark Carroll calls on the NRL to assist retired players who are struggling with the effects of concussion suffered during their careers.
AAP · Apr 2, 2023 Holbrook hails two key Titans signings after injuries Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook has secured hooker Kruise Leeming and prop Thomas Mikaele from Super League and says Kieran Foran's calf strain is on the mend.
AAP · Apr 2, 2023 Walsh studying Gutherson in bid for Qld Origin debut Brisbane NRL fullback Reece Walsh wants to improve his defence and work rate to earn a Queensland jersey, and sees Parramatta's Clint Gutherson as a role model.
AAP · Apr 1, 2023 Broncos whip Tigers for best season start since 1998 Brisbane remain undefeated on top of the NRL ladder after a powerful and razzle-dazzle display in a 46-12 demolition of Wests Tigers.