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RLPA want talks to avoid missing more NRLW superstars

The NRL's decision to block Newcastle signing New Zealand superstar Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has prompted calls for more flexibility for female players.

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Cross-code gun 'going with the wind' on footy future

In-demand teenager Shalom Sauaso isn't sure where her sporting future lies as she prepares to play both professional rugby union and league in the same year.

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NRL deny Knights' bid to sign women's rugby great

Newcastle have missed out on signing women's rugby great Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, with the NRL refusing to register the contract due to an ambassador role.

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NSW coach John Strange backs women's Origin in Vegas

NSW State of Origin coach John Strange has weighed into debate as to the future of the women's fixture on the Las Vegas program.

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NRL caps expansion with broadcast rights puzzle to dominate in 2025

The league faces challenges and opportunities this season with broadcast negotiations, expansion and showpiece events in the spotlight

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England clash reminds Jillaroos how far they've come

The first time Ali Brigginshaw played England, Australia were bunking in single beds and eating pub meals for dinner, but things are different now.

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Recalled Kernick lifts lid on her Jillaroos omission

Olivia Kernick is relieved to be back in the Jillaroos set-up after she was controversially left out of the Australian Test squad late last year.

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Kernick back as Brigginshaw warns of aggressive English

Olivia Kernick's high-profile exile from the Jillaroos side is over, with the Dally M Medallist recalled to the starting side by interim coach Jess Skinner.

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Broncos install familiar face in key off-field role

Brisbane have made a key appointment to oversee the club's push to be a title contender, with Troy Thomson the new NRL general manager of football operations.

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Knights battle to sign NZ rugby great Woodman-Wickliffe

Newcastle want to bring New Zealand rugby great Portia Woodman-Wickliffe to the NRLW, but are yet to have her potential arrival cleared by head office.

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How the AFL and NRL have crept into cricket’s traditional summer timeslot

Most of Australia has four seasons each year.

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Jillaroos coach Donald's future in doubt amid probe

Jillaroos coach Brad Donald is at the centre of an NRL investigation over an alleged disparaging remark, clouding his future in the job.

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Which sport won 2024? Australian audiences feast on free-to-air despite streaming boom

Matildas ratings bonanza gives way to AFL and NRL blockbuster events in 2024 as more Australians move from traditional TV to online viewing

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Warriors raid more rugby union talent for NRLW roster

The Warriors have signed four more players with a background in rugby union for their NRLW roster, headlined by sevens star Tysha Ikenasio.

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Warriors lure Olympic sevens champion to NRLW

Dual Olympic gold medallist Michaela Blyde will switch codes to play for the Warriors in the NRLW next season.

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PNG NRLW team still on the cards, but not in 2028

A Papua New Guinea team will enter the NRL in 2028, but it will be a while before a side features in the corresponding women's competition.

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Knights to land Vette-Welsh as Upton NRLW replacement

Botille Vette-Welsh has emerged as Newcastle's replacement for Tamika Upton, with the former Jillaroos No.1 agreeing to a three-year deal at the Knights.

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The reason behind star Upton's shock early NRLW release

Tamika Upton, the NRLW's best player, has revealed why she was released early from her contract at Newcastle.

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NRLW superstar Tamika Upton joins Brisbane

Brisbane have signed NRLW superstar Tamika Upton after she was granted a release from her Newcastle Knights contract.

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NSW women's coach Strange open to mass changes

Sydney Roosters coach John Strange will become the first active NRLW coach to lead a State of Origin team after being appointed to the NSW vacancy.

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Sharks' star NRLW recruit announces pregnancy

Star prop Caitlan Johnston-Green is expecting her first child in May and is likely to miss at least part of her first NRLW season at Cronulla.

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Tigers coach Kimmorley wants NSW women's Origin job

Wests Tigers NRLW coach Brett Kimmorley says the NSW Women's State of Origin job is of "genuine interest" to him.

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Knights let star NRLW No.1 go for personal reasons

Newcastle have released the NRLW's best player from the final three years of her contract, allowing the star No.1 to return to Queensland for personal reasons.

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NRLW in right spot despite increased clashes with men

The NRLW will have 30 matches clashing with the men in 2025, significantly up on the seven games that were played at the same time as the NRL in 2024.

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NSW open to handing NRLW coach women's Origin side

NSW could have a first-grade coach back in charge of a State of Origin side for the first time in 15 years, with NRLW mentors an option for the women's team.

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