Is PNG’s NRL deal linked to a security pact that will block China? It depends who you ask
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.
Photo shows Anthony Albanese and James Marape at a Brisbane rugby league match in 2022.Demetriou lauds PNG's NRL entry but coy on coaching gig
Jason Demetriou lauds PNG's imminent entry into the NRL but remains coy on his aspirations to coach the league's forthcoming franchise.
Photo shows A rugby league coach stands smiling in a dressing room as players in the PNG team sit behind him.NRLW superstar Tamika Upton returns to Brisbane Broncos
Superstar fullback Tamika Upton has signed a three-year contract to return to Brisbane, in a huge coup for the perennial NRLW heavyweights.
Photo shows Tamika Upton of the Knights passes the football during an NRLW matchA second chance is a rare thing in State of Origin. What will Laurie Daley do with his?
Laurie Daley steered New South Wales through a difficult period and only had one series win to show for it. With the Blues legend returning as coach, he has a chance to make amends.
Photo shows A coach leads a team out for a training sessionBlues go back to the future with Laurie Daley named as Origin coach
NSW opts for a familiar face in State of Origin, with Laurie Daley returning to the coaching job, succeeding Michael Maguire.
Photo shows Former NSW Blues player Laurie Daley smiles at the camera while wearing a Blues scarf at a photo opportunity.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 miss