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Millie Elliott is making her State of Origin comeback just seven-and-a-half months after having a baby. Her daughter Gigi will be watching from the stands as her mum takes the field for New South Wales.
Rugby league players Lachlan Ilias and Regan Stephens delivered $2,075 and essential care packages to Motherhood Village, a charity offering free mental health support to Gold Coast mothers. The donation keeps support groups accessible for moms from pregnancy through their child's fifth birthday. #
Australia's National Rugby League just became the country's first major sports league to limit how much physical contact players endure during practice. The groundbreaking safety rules aim to reduce concussions and brain injuries across both men's and women's teams.
Women's rugby league is making history in Africa as five nations unite for a groundbreaking exhibition match in Lagos. Nigeria's Green Falcons, fresh off winning silver at the World Series, will face the continent's best players on April 19.
Wests Tigers five-eighth Jock Madden kicked two pressure penalties in the final moments to defeat Parramatta 22-20 in a sold-out Easter Monday thriller. The dramatic golden point victory moved the Tigers to second on the NRL ladder after one of the season's most memorable matches.
Rugby league great Kieran Foran stepped into his first NRL coaching role and led the Manly Sea Eagles to a historic 52-18 victory, matching records set over a century ago. Just days after taking over as interim coach, the former New Zealand international orchestrated one of the most dominant debut performances in league history.
The Leigh Leopards pulled off a nerve-wracking victory after nearly losing what seemed like an unloseable game. Gareth O'Brien's clutch drop goal in extra time secured the win after Toulouse fought back from 20 points down.
Reigning champions Hull KR shook off early season struggles with a dominant nine-try performance, proving last year's treble win was no fluke. The crushing victory over St Helens shows the defending champions are ready to fight for their title.
After narrowly missing the World Cup, Nigeria is creating a new international rugby competition to give emerging nations a chance to shine. The Emerging Nations Challenge will bring together countries often left behind by traditional tournaments.
A former England rugby player will become the first woman to referee a men's Super League match this Saturday, capping a 12-year journey from player to groundbreaking official. Tara Jones receives her MBE this week before taking charge of the Wigan Warriors vs Huddersfield Giants game.
A tiny Queensland town 935 kilometers from Brisbane brought back its rugby league team after two decades, uniting the community just one year after devastating floods. The Thargomindah Bulls' revival sparked neighboring towns to join in, creating a whole new regional competition.
Wakefield Trinity turned a halftime deficit into a stunning 24-14 victory over Leeds Rhinos, securing their spot in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals for the second year running. Their dominant second-half performance shows what determination can accomplish when a team refuses to give up.
Alex Johnston became rugby league's greatest try-scorer, breaking a record that stood for over half a century. When he scored his historic 213th try, 40,000 fans couldn't be contained.
Former NRL standout Zac Lomax is starting over as a rugby union "novice" with his sights set on representing Australia at the 2027 home World Cup. Despite leaving the sport at his peak, the 26-year-old says he has zero regrets about testing himself in a completely new arena.
Sua Fa'alogo becomes Melbourne Storm's first locally-raised player to claim the starting fullback position, marking a milestone for Victorian rugby league. The 22-year-old from Broadmeadows represents the success of grassroots development in Australian football's heartland.
Leeds Rhinos rugby players shared a special moment with fans who traveled to Las Vegas to support them after a dominant victory over Hull KR. The celebration highlighted the powerful bond between team and supporters across continents.
After more than a decade away, Bradford Bulls returned to rugby league's top tier and celebrated with a commanding 28-10 victory over Catalans Dragons. The historic homecoming marks a triumphant new chapter for the club and its loyal fans.
Rugby star Mikey Lewis helped Hull KR clinch their first-ever World Club Challenge title just one week after a costly mistake nearly derailed his season. The 30-24 victory over Brisbane Broncos marked a historic moment for English rugby league.
Melbourne Storm's Jahrome Hughes turned down a chance to play State of Origin rugby, saying he'd only wear a jersey he truly loves. The New Zealand halfback's decision puts passion ahead of a six-figure payday.
Rugby league just made history by allowing players to compete for both their national team and State of Origin, opening doors for stars like Kalyn Ponga. The rule change strengthens international competition while preserving the beloved interstate rivalry.
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