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1949: Birth of New Zealand Rugby League, Legend of League Ken Stirling
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Ken Stirling - 1895
Ken was a member of the Ellerslie Eagles. Ken was a member of Ellerslie’s 1974 Fox Memorial Shield premiership. Ken played for Auckland. Ken played 22 test matches for New Zealand from 1971-78 (4…
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December 9, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Martyn Ridyard appointed Head of Youth – Leigh Leopards
Leigh Leopards appoint Martyn Ridyard as Head of Youth.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Hull KR confirm 2026 Squad Numbers
Hull KR are delighted to confirm its first team squad numbers for the 2026 Betfred Super League season.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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Junior representative draws released for 2026
Queensland Rugby League has today released its junior representative draws for aspirational male and female athletes who again promise to light up the QRL’s statewide competitions in 2026.
www.qrl.com.au
December 9, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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RFL Statement - Salford Red Devils
The RFL can confirm that it has received three expressions of interest in relation to Salford Red Devils. The deadline for final submissions is 5pm on Thursday 11th December, with a final decision…
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December 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Hostplus Cup draw released as new coaches prepare for Round 1 | QRL www.qrl.com.au/news/2025/12...
Hostplus Cup draw released as new coaches prepare for Round 1
Five clubs will embark on their Hostplus Cup campaigns with new coaches leading their premiership charge when the 2026 season kicks off in March.
www.qrl.com.au
December 8, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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Shane Richardson steps down as Wests Tigers CEO | Wests Tigers www.weststigers.com.au/news/2025/12...
Shane Richardson steps down as Wests Tigers CEO
The Wests Tigers can confirm that Chief Executive Officer, Shane Richardson has today advised the Club of his resignation.
www.weststigers.com.au
December 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Tonga XIII breach notices
Tonga XIII breach notices
The NRL has investigated an incident at Eden Park, New Zealand on 2 November 2025 that led to the injury of Tonga XIII Player, Eliesa Katoa.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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1924: Birth of New Zealand Rugby League, Legend of League Jimmy Haig in Prestonpans, East Lothian, Scotland
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Jimmy Haig - 1895
Originally a Rugby Union player, Jimmy joined Rugby League when he joined Prebbleton. Jimmy played for Prebbleton for four seasons. In 1952, Jimmy joined Marist, and Jimmy played for two seasons with…
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December 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Organisers blamed as Castleford Tigers-Oldham Benidorm Bash cancelled – Total Rugby League
THE ‘Benidorm Bash’ between Castleford Tigers and Oldham has been cancelled little more than a month before it was scheduled to take place – with both clubs laying blame at the door of its organisers.
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December 6, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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BREAKING: Fox League the exclusive home of 2026 World Club Challenge
BREAKING: Fox League the exclusive home of 2026 World Club Challenge
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December 6, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Warriors Thank Greenmount Projects for partnership - Wigan Warriors
Wigan Warriors would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Principal Club Partner, Greenmount Projects, for their unwavering support of the Club. As the Warriors embark on a new Principal…
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December 6, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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Hull FC Unveil 2026 Pink Alternate Jersey - Hull FC News
Hull FC are delighted to unveil the second of two alternate jerseys for the 2026 Betfred Super League season - available online now at hullfcshop.com and from both retail stores from 9am tomorrow.
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December 6, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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December 6, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Vale: Dennis Mount
The Parramatta Eels are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dennis Mount – Eel #276.
www.parraeels.com.au
December 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Bobbin Robins broke the mold | rugbyleaguehub.com Long Reads
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December 5, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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'Golden opportunity': World Cup to showcase growth of Wheelchair game
Wheelaroos head coach Brett Clark believes the World Cup schedule presents a major opportunity to showcase the rapid growth of Wheelchair rugby league in Australia.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Asian Cup win ignites Singapore push for WCC, NRL matches
Singapore Rugby League founder Dane Campbell believes the interest generated by winning the inaugural Asian Cup could be a catalyst for the city state to host the World Club Challenge.
www.nrl.com
December 5, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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Rugby league's grading system set for major overhaul
Exclusive: Gradings remain, but it will look very different.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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Wests Tigers CEO Richardson at centre of NRL integrity unit probe after whistleblower tip-off
The NRL integrity unit has conducted several preliminary interviews over concerns about the conduct of CEO Shane Richardson and senior staff.
www.smh.com.au
December 5, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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Sea Eagles confirm leadership group for 2026
A seven-player leadership group is driving the standards at the Sea Eagles as preparations continue for the 2026 NRL season.
www.seaeagles.com.au
December 5, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Remember The Name: Bulldogs Unveil New Jersey Feature Ahead Of Vegas Season-Opener
The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs are thrilled to announce players will don their surname on the back of their jerseys when they take the field for the Round 1 Las Vegas extravaganza.
www.bulldogs.com.au
December 5, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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RFL Board Update - 4th December
Further to the RFL Board meeting this morning, the Board have formally terminated the membership of Salford Red Devils.\r\nThe Board discussed the process which will now allow interested parties the…
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December 5, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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December 5, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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1973: Birth of National Rugby League Hall of Famer, Steve Menzies in Manly, New South Wales, Australia
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Steve Menzies - 1895
Steve joined the Manly Sea Eagles in 1993. Steve was a member of Manly’s 1995-97 Grand Final sides (winning the 1996 premiership). Steve played 150 games for Manly over 7 seasons (104 tries). In 2000…
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December 4, 2025 at 9:39 AM