Opinion
Australia
‘Fatty’ Vautin was a TV trailblazer. The silence from some after his retirement says a lot
After more than three decades of entertaining viewers - the Manly and Queensland favourite has called it a day.
- by Danny Weidler
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Updated
NRL 2025
‘An absolutely compelling case’: How Bellamy coup sealed Daley’s second Origin coming
In convincing the Storm coach to return to the Origin arena, Laurie Daley succeeded where the NSWRL could not – and is back in charge of the Blues as a result.
- by Dan Walsh and Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2024
‘That’ll do me’: Paul Vautin calls it a day after 33 years in TV
When Channel Nine sounded out “Fatty” about an on-screen role during the twilight of his playing career, he thought it was a prank phone call from Wally Lewis.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2024
Andrew Johns weds long-time partner in secret Bali ceremony
The eighth Immortal and Kate Kendall exchanged vows at a wedding attended by few, if any, guests.
- by Danny Weidler
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NRL 2025
Bulldogs in prime position to secure Ben Hunt after meeting with halfback
The Bulldogs have emerged as a leading contender for Ben Hunt after a third party reached out to the club to inform them of the halfback’s desire to join Canterbury.
- by Michael Chammas and Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2024
Robinson turns to NBA great for help in bid to rebuild Roosters
With the Roosters staring at their most challenging season in a decade after losing a host of star players, coach Trent Robinson has gone global in his preparation for 2025.
- by Danny Weidler
Opinion
NRL 2024
Officials clear Daley to have another shot at coaching NSW. But he must do one thing first
The former Blues coach’s association with the TAB has long been an issue. But that will have to change if Daley wants State of Origin redemption.
- by Danny Weidler
Updated
NRL 2024
He’s done with the Dragons. Now Ben Hunt is daring to dream of a ‘special’ return to this club
The outgoing St George Illawarra skipper says he’s relieved his acrimonious split with the Red V is all over. Now he’s looking to the future.
- by Danny Weidler and Dan Walsh
Analysis
Wallabies
Suaalii’s mentor says new rugby star will never return to league
The man who championed Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii says the Wallaby-in-waiting will never return to league, while the Eels have emerged as a contender to sign Josh Addo-Carr.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2024
Looking after No.1: Papenhuyzen to test the market after Storm pay cut
The Storm remain hopeful of keeping Ryan Papenhuyzen, but the harsh reality is they are offering him less money than his current contract to stay.
- by Danny Weidler
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Josh Addo-Carr hit with termination notice, given chance to front Bulldogs board
Winger has been invited to front Canterbury bosses next week to show cause as to why he shouldn’t be sacked for allegedly misleading officials and bringing the club into disrepute.
- by Michael Chammas and Danny Weidler
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