PNG's entry into the NRL is expected to be announced in Sydney late next week, with Australia injecting $600 million to support the Port Moresby-based team.
Wendell Sailor faces court over alleged drunken rampage
Rugby dual-code international Wendell Sailor has faced court over an alleged drunken rampage at a city-centre bar.
Photo shows Wendell Sailor departing Downing Centre Local Court with media holding microphones in front of himCanberra Raiders star Josh Papalii to fight charges of threatening police and bar staff at licenced club
The veteran front-rower was charged with threatening police and staff at a venue in Canberra in September.
Photo shows Canberra Raiders NRL players sit on the sidelines during loss to North Queensland Cowboys.Reynolds celebrates 'leader' Hunt's return to the Broncos after 'difficult decision'
Broncos playmaker Adam Reynolds says he is excited to see Ben Hunt return to the club, following a difficult decision by the former Dragons skipper.
Photo shows Ben Hunt gives a thumbs up while a child rides on his shoulders after State of Origin III.Former NRL star battling mood swings, memory loss joins call for mandatory concussion training
NRL took its toll on PJ Marsh's body. Fourteen years after retirement, he's suffering the long-term consequences and fears for young players who aren't educated on the risks of knocks to the head.
Photo shows A man wearing a white shirt learning against a football post and holding a football.Brisbane and Penrith headline Magic Round with Sunday blockbuster
Manly have gone from Magic Round pioneers to left right out, with the NRL granting the Sea Eagles their wish of a bye during the Brisbane extravaganza.
Photo shows Reece Walsh running through the line, making two defenders missNRLW has its 'next important step' with Magic Round confirmed for 2025
The NRL is set to introduce an annual women's Magic Round from next season, with the inaugural two-day event to be held in Newcastle.
Photo shows Jada Ferguson passing the football while being tackled around the waist in an NRLW gameReece Walsh credits old Origin foe Michael Maguire for change in mindset
Brisbane number one Reece Walsh has already learned key home truths about where he must improve from coach Michael Maguire, who six months ago plotted his downfall.
Photo shows Broncos star Reece Walsh runs holding the ball in front of him as he prepares to switch direction during a pre-match warm-up.'Half-cut from drinking 50 beers on the plane': How Russia took on the Aussies in the most one-sided league Test in history
Russia might only make one trip to the Rugby League World Cup but the memories forged in the 2000 tournament, especially in their record loss to Australia, are wild enough to last a lifetime.
Photo shows GettyImages-942453'I just want it to happen': Leniu wants Samoa and Tonga to play an annual series after Test success
Samoa enforcer Spencer Leniu has called for an annual three-match series against Tonga, arguing the rugby league Tests could reach a similar status to State of Origin.
Photo shows Spencer Leniu poses for a photograph during a NSW Blues media day, holding a football to his chestBroncos star Ezra Mam charged over head-on collision, allegedly failing second drug test
Brisbane Broncos NRL star Ezra Mam is hit with two charges over a head-on car crash last month.
Photo shows Ezra Mam catches a ball during warm up before a Broncos gameRoosters' Robinson calls for harsher NRL penalties on kick-off fouls
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson believes sending off players for high shots following kick-offs would improve player safety, rather than big rule changes.
Photo shows A Sydney Roosters NRL coach stands wearing a dark jacket looking away fcrom the camera before a game.Why 'New Zealand are worried' about the rising powers of Tonga and Samoa
The understood hierarchy in international men's rugby league has been shattered by the rising Pasifika teams, but there are concerns from across the ditch that the scales are tipping too far.
Photo shows Tolutau Koula, Haumole Olakau'atu and Felise Kaufusi put their hands on their hearts during the Tongan national anthem.PNG great urges fans to stop 'senseless' online abuse of Xavier Coates for representing Kangaroos
Xavier Coates has admitted it has been "tough" to deal with PNG fans calling him a traitor for choosing to represent Australia, but he has received an unlikely ally.
Photo shows Xavier Coates runs with the ballFive quick hits: Sydney turns Tongan red and Test rookies stand tall
Tonga pushed Australia to the limit, the Kangaroos seemed like strangers in their own country and a Test rookie stood tall. Here's five quick hits from the Pacific Championship final.
Photo shows A man performs a war dance before a rugby league matchKangaroos officially Pacific champions after prevailing in thrilling final against Tonga
The Kangaroos have won the men's Pacific Championships in front of an electric Western Sydney Stadium crowd as they survived a spirited last-ditch comeback attempt from Tonga in the final.
Photo shows Australia Kangaroos celebrate winning the Pacific Championships final against Tonga.How the PNG Kumuls helped turn an electrician into a rugby league pro
Pacific Islanders say representing their home nations helped them connect with culture and become better players.
Photo shows A Papua New Guinea player smiles at football training.Des Hasler settles legal stoush with Sea Eagles
The Manly Sea Eagles and former coach Des Hasler have avoided a bitter courtroom showdown, after agreeing to settle a messy contract dispute at the 11th hour.
Photo shows Des Hasler arrives at courtAfter years as Test football's quiet success story, Papua New Guinea are ready to make some noise
Papua New Guinea might lack the stars of Tonga and Samoa but their own rise in Test football is no less impressive as they prepare for the game of a lifetime against New Zealand.
Photo shows A man celebrates scoring a try in a rugby league matchIn making the Pacific Championship final, Tonga have arrived at the final frontier
Tonga head into Sunday's Pacific Championship final against Australia with the chance of securing their first major international silverware as they arrive at the last frontier of Test football.
Photo shows A group of men celebrate a try in a rugby league match'It all turned to custard': AJ Brimson cleared after investigation into Melbourne Cup betting post
Titans star AJ Brimson is cleared after the NRL integrity unit probed a social media post regarding a win of over $10,000 on this year's Melbourne Cup.
Photo shows AJ Brimson with his arms outstretched