Jillaroos survive scare to extend stunning win streak
In a stark contrast from the women’s World Cup final, the Kiwi Ferns made the Jillaroos work hard for their 15th straight win, in a thriller at Townsville.
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‘My toes are ugly anyway’: NRLW star’s drastic surgery call
A wretched run with injury has forced Jillaroos, NSW and Roosters star Jessica Sergis to face losing a body part in a bid to prolong her career.
NRLW roster health check: Can Knights create new dynasty?
Newcastle has a chance to create an NRLW dynasty after back-to-back premierships, but some other teams need a huge overhaul to find success in 2024, writes Pamela Whaley.
‘Can’t see anyone as good’: Star’s world’s best tag
Tamika Upton has won everything, including four premierships and a Dally M, and is finally set for a national call-up.
State in total mourning after finals chaos
Queensland sports fans have been left reeling after its four teams failed to win a single premiership during the 2023 grand finals.
NRLW player ratings: Perfect 10 performance lifts Knights
The Knights secured back-to-back NRLW titles off the work of their fearless fullback. Check out every players’ rating.
Heartbreak for Titans as Knights win drama-charged NRLW grand final
Dally M medallist Tamika Upton starred in Newcastle’s nailbiting NRLW premiership win against the Gold Coast, entering the conversation as one of the all-time great female footy players.
‘Freak’ pulls off unthinkable in GF first
The rugby league community has lost its minds as the NRLW’s best player proved she may be the greatest ever with a wild slice of history.
Glaring problem with grand final merch
Fans cheering on their favourite NRLW team have been left disappointed with the lack of merchandise available ahead of the grand final.
The No.1 battle that will clinch more than grand final glory
All eyes will be on the battle between the fullbacks when the Knights and Titans fight for NRLW grand final glory, writes PAMELA WHALEY.
Roosters re-sign superstar centre
Isabelle Kelly has capped an incredible week by inking a monster new deal with the Roosters just days after she was named in the Dally M Team of the Year.
‘Incredible honour’: Parra GF coach quits
After taking Parramatta to the NRLW grand final last year, the Eels coach has stepped down.
Grand final form guide: Can Knights create NRLW dynasty?
Can the Knights avoid a second half fade-out? Do Gold Coast have enough big-game experience? PAMELA WHALEY answers the biggest grand final burning questions.
Knights v Titans grand final locked in on record day for NRLW
The Titans scored a stunning upset over competition heavyweights the Roosters to book a blockbuster grand final as the NRLW smashed crowd records.
Recruitment and reflection: How Roosters hit back in NRLW race
The Roosters were good last year until it mattered in the semi-finals. This year they have the character — and one of the best players in the game — to get them through.
NRLW finals teams: Double boost for Roosters, Knights star cleared
NRLW finalists the Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights have received good news on the verge of the playoffs — check out full teams here.
Off-season overhaul: NRLW calendar, expansion bombshell
Expansion is the biggest topic in the NRLW at the moment and the ARLC will examine the next big move for the women’s game in the off-season.
NRLW Tackle: The ‘Three Ts’ gunning for Dally M glory
The race is on for the NRLW Dally M Medal and the ‘Three Ts’ will all be up there when the winner is revealed in a little over a week’s time.
Bulldogs ready for NRLW after historic $1.5m investment
The NRLW could be set for further expansion in the coming years, with the Bulldogs applying for an NRLW license and declaring themselves fully equipped to host matches.
‘Their speed, skill could surprise’: ASSRL players who could cause upset
There are daughters of NRL greats, rising stars with dogged defence and others with great footy IQ. The CIS 16s girls who could shock at the ASSRL championships.
NRLW Tackle: Hip drop injuries becoming epidemic
There is growing concern at NRL headquarters following more hip drop drama in the NRLW. See all the likes and dislikes from the NRLW.
NRLW: Heartbroken Brisbane rally for teammates
It was an emotional week for Brisbane’s NRLW team with the entire game rallying around two of their teammates, but there was still a game of footy to be won.
NRL’s pledge after Broncos star’s devastating cancer diagnosis
Brisbane’s NRLW team has been shattered with popular players Toni Hunt and Lavinia Gould enduring the toughest heartbreaks of their lives. How the NRL and Broncos are rallying around the two warriors.
Broncos to wear hearts on jerseys to support heartbroken duo
The Broncos will wear Toni Hunt and Lavinia Gould on their hearts for the rest of the NRLW season as the two players deal with personal tragedies.
NRLW teams: Sergis blow for Roosters as finals near
Sydney Roosters star Jess Sergis may have played her last game of the NRLW season and is set to undergo surgery on a fractured finger.
NRLW Run Home: Top four heats up with gun contenders
There’s only two weeks left of the NRLW season, but in a close finish only a handful of games will decide who makes the cut for finals. See how your team is tracking.
NRLW tackle: Hip-drop horror could end two players’ season
North Queensland prop Makenzie Weale and Dragons star Alexis Tauaneai could miss the rest of the season after a shocking hip-drop tackle. All the likes and dislikes from the latest NRLW week.
Cowboys corner: Payten’s Panthers plan, NQ local set for NRLW debut
Todd Payten was confident ahead of his side’s must-win clash with the Penrith Panthers while Ben Jeffries revealed a North Queensland teenager was set for her NRLW debut. Catch up now.
NRLW teams: Broken Brigginshaw, Kezie concussion confusion
Wests Tigers co-captain Kezie Apps has been ruled out against Gold Coast after confusion around concussion protocols. Every change for round 7 of the NRLW.
Ali Brigginshaw unrecognisable after Canberra thrashing
Broncos NRLW co-captain Ali Brigginshaw looks unrecognisable after suffering a suspected broken nose in the crucial 40-8 win over Canberra on Sunday.
NRLW Tackle: Epic Knights scenes expose huge disparity
Newcastle gave a brilliant glimpse into why double-headers with NRL games work for the women’s game. But for most NRLW clubs, playing double-headers isn’t a reality.
NRLW marks another first with home semi-finals
For the first time since the competition’s inception, teams who finish the NRLW in first and second place will get to play in front of a home crowd.
Wallaroo walkout: NRLW to lure angry rugby stars
Tensions have been building between the national women’s players and Rugby Australia, and it is the NRL which stands to benefit the most.
Every game do-or-die as NRLW season heats up
The NRLW season is getting interesting with a number of teams including the St George Illawarra Dragons facing must-win matches every week.
NRLW star calls out Wallabies over sexist funding
A former Wallaroo has voiced her disappointment at the Wallabies for staying silent over the treatment of the women’s national rugby team.
Cars, skincare, sportswear deals: NRLW’s most marketable athletes
The rise of the Matildas has put a spotlight on women’s sport in Australia — and these are the NRLW players set to benefit, writes PAMELA WHALEY.
The NRLW Tackle: Eels desperately seeking season-saver
Last year’s grand finalists Parramatta are yet to secure a win in 2023 while the competition’s newcomers are making their mark as the as the season reaches it’s halfway mark.
Goldthorp calls for more English players to follow in her footsteps
Cowboys fullback Fran Goldthorp wants more English players to follow in her footsteps to the NRLW in a bid to strengthen the international game. Read how Australia has elevated her game.
NRLW expansion causes huge national selection headache
The Jillaroos perfectly swept the 2021 World Cup, but an influx of new talent across the NRLW could force a massive shift at the top of the women’s game.
Dragons lock in Soward as coach and new role
St George Illawarra have created a new full-time gig for 2010 premiership winner Jamie Soward which will help revolutionise the Dragons female pathways.
NRL sexism: Double standards of league coaching
NRL players walk into jobs when they retire but it’s totally different for women. Queensland coach Tahnee Norris lifts the lid on the hypocritical treatment female coaches get.
How NRLW has defied expansion blowout fears
The NRLW’s expansion approach has been vindicated by statistics which show it has avoided dire predictions of a lopsided competition.
The super sisters creating rugby league history
The Matildas’ World Cup run has captivated the Australian public and now these six sisters are helping set remarkable new records in rugby league.
Cursed by injuries, Cowboy fights back to follow in JT’s footsteps
Tahlulah Tillett has credited her injury-cursed past as she prepares to make her long-awaited Cowboys debut in the same jersey as her idol – Johnathan Thurston.
War over: NRL, players reach CBA agreement after two years of hell
The bitter war civil was between the NRL and the players is over hours before a fresh player-driven protest was planned for Round 23. Read the joint statement here.
Eels star handed historic ban over horror spear tackle
Parramatta Eels skipper Kennedy Cherrington has been handed the biggest ban in NRLW history, after being referred straight to the judiciary for an ugly tackle which saw her sent-off.
NRLW star learns fate over ‘shocking’ spear tackle
The judiciary has come down hard on Parramatta Eels NRLW skipper Kennedy Cherrington for her horror spear tackle. Round 3 likes and dislikes
Cowboys coaches’ brutal reflection on double defeat to the Broncos
Ben Jeffries didn’t hold back on the NRLW side after their crushing defeat, while Todd Payten explained his reasoning behind his new left-edge combination. Read what they had to say.
NRLW state of play: Star reveals biggest unknown of new-look comp
One of the most respected players in the NRLW, Isabelle Kelly has opened up on the women’s game, as the historic 10-team competition continues to find its feet.
Wallaroos’ shock NRLW defection, big Tonegato call
Wallaroos legend Grace Hamilton is set to complete a stunning return to the NRLW in round 3, while the Sharks sweat on injured star Emma Tonegato.
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