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Brent ReadSenior Sports Writer

Brent Read is one of rugby league’s agenda setters but is also among the nation’s most well-known golf writers. He also covers Olympic sports, writing with authority, wit and enthusiasm. Brent began his career in sport as a soccer player, playing with the Brisbane Strikers in the NSL.

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NRL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 30: Nathan Lawson of the Dragons makes a break during the round 13 NRL match between St George Illawarra Dragons and Newcastle Knights at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, on May 30, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

SuperCoach teams analysis: Top cheapie’s stocks soar

Teams are in for round 14 and there’s a massive boost for the most popular SuperCoach cheapie of the week Nathan Lawson, plus big news on Lachlan Galvin.

Rob Sutherland, Martin Gabor, Brent Read and Tom Sangster

NRL

Adam ReynoldsBrisbane Broncos training.Tuesday May 6, 2025. Picture, John Gass

Broncos table contract extension for veteran half

Brisbane have officially launched their bid to extend the career of Adam Reynolds after tabling a deal for the veteran playmaker.

Brent Read and Peter Badel

VideoNRL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 31: Adam Reynolds of the Broncos is pictured during the round 13 NRL match between Manly Sea Eagles and Brisbane Broncos at 4 Pines Park, on May 31, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brett Hemmings/Getty Images)

Milestone misery: Why Reynolds’ 300th game could be one to forget

The Broncos have planned a week of celebrations to mark Adam Reynolds’ 300th first-grade game, but the veteran halfback’s landmark NRL outing threatens to be overshadowed by Brisbane’s horror slide.

Brent Read

NRL

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 05: Payne Haas of the Broncos runs with the ball during the round five NRL match between Brisbane Broncos and Wests Tigers at Suncorp Stadium, on April 05, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Haas’ agent confirms Broncos priority amid market speculation

After sending shockwaves through Broncos camp when his name was on a list of players shopped to rivals, Payne Haas’ agent has hit back at claims the superstar prop is ready to test his market value outside of Brisbane.

Brent Read

EXCLUSIVENRL

Secret documents reveal Dogs are ready to break premiership drought

The Bulldogs are in prime position to break their 21-year premiership drought, with confidential NRL documents showing why their roster has what it takes to go all the way.

Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

AnalysisNRL

The spend on quality locks has gone up in 2025.

Locked and loaded: Forwards join NRL million-dollar club

Analysis of the NRL’s confidential 2025 salary cap benchmarking document has revealed locks are the game’s new money men. See the average wage for each position and a breakdown of how much the top earners in each spot receive.

Michael Carayannis and Brent Read

VideoNRL

Lachlan galvin has been spotted at Bulldogs training.

First look: Galvin hits the ground running prematurely at Bulldogs

The Bulldogs could be in hot water after Lachlan Galvin was spotted training at Belmore before officially being released by the Wests Tigers. WATCH THE VIDEO

Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

NRL

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 28: Daly Cherry-Evans of the Maroons looks on ahead of game one of the Men's State of Origin series between Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues at Suncorp Stadium on May 28, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

End the circus: Behind the big call Cherry-Evans has to make

Manly’s season has spiralled since Daly Cherry-Evans announced he was leaving at the end of the year. Now Queensland have followed suit and Cherry-Evans needs to do the right thing.

Brent Read

NRL

Joash Papalii is a five-eighth prospect for the Eels. Picture: NRL Photos

Eels begin halves experiments in wake of Galvin rejection

Exciting young fullback Joash Papalii could be given a crack at the No.6 jersey at the Eels as Jason Ryles works on a long-term plan for Dylan Brown’s impending exit. Plus, Origin I breaks records and more.

Michael Carayannis and Brent Read

NRL

Burgess snubbed as Bears close in on foundation coach

Sam Burgess has become the latest big-name candidate to be overlooked for the Perth Bears top job, with the NRL’s newest just days away from confirming their foundation coach.

Peter Badel, Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

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