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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

The man who could build inaugural Perth Bears roster

One of the most experienced football administrators in the code has been identified as a target to oversee the massive recruitment drive and build of the NRL’s new Perth franchise.

David Riccio and Brent Read

NRL

NRL 2025 RD08 North Queensland Cowboys v Gold Coast Titans - Jaimin Jolliffe, Chris Butler Referee , SIN BIN , On Report. Picture: NRL Photos

Read: Time for the NRL to scrap the sin bin

More people are watching the NRL than ever before, but it has been unwatchable in recent weeks. It’s time to get rid of the sin bin for foul play, writes BRENT READ.

Brent Read

NRL

Bear essentials: $4.5m hit list revealed for NRL’s newest team

Are these the signings that can make the Bears a competitive outfit in their debut season in 2027? Director Billy Moore has drawn up a $4.5m hit list of players to headline a bold new era in WA.

Peter Badel, Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

PicturesNRL

Suncorp Stadium is currently undertaking a resurfacing of the ground ahead of Magic Round this weekend Picture Supplied

Turf War: Time ticking on Suncorp Stadium’s resurfacing mission

Resurfacing is underway at Suncorp Stadium amid fears of another Magic Round drenching this weekend, with the venue racing the clock to be ready in time for Women’s State of Origin on Thursday.

Brent Read

UpdatedNRL

Sin bin call that made Johns abandon commentary duties

Andrew Johns became so incensed with a sin bin call over the weekend, he put down his commentary mic for the final 23 minutes of the game. It comes as Andrew Abdo concedes the bunker needs a recalibration.

Brent Read

EXCLUSIVENRL

Leeds Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur during the Betfred Super League match at the Salford Community Stadium. Picture date: Thursday April 10, 2025. (Photo by Nick Potts/PA Images via Getty Images)

ARLC backs Brad Arthur for Bears’ job

The wheels continue to move on the NRL’s 18th team with its likely coach another step closer to being confirmed.

Peter Badel, Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

NRL

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Marcelo Montoya of the Bulldogs makes a break and scores a try during the round eight NRL match between Brisbane Broncos and Canterbury Bulldogs at Suncorp Stadium, on April 24, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images)

Shock Suncorp move to avoid Magic Round surface chaos

Suncorp Stadium’s turf is set to be ripped apart as Brisbane’s weather continues to plague the surface and the ground receives regular traffic from several sports.

Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

ExclusiveNRL

Lachlan Galvin at West Tigers training this morning at Concord Oval. Photo Jeremy Piper

Inside story: Just who is Lachie Galvin?

The rugby league world is in a frenzy over Lachlan Galvin’s decision to walk away from the Wests Tigers – David Riccio and Brent Read reveal why the most famous teenager in the NRL couldn’t care less.

David Riccio and Brent Read

NRL

Queensland’s NRL expansion dream hits roadblock

Hopes for further rugby league expansion into Queensland have suffered a crushing blow, with the NRL shelving plans for a 20-team competition until after the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

Peter Badel, Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

NRL

NRL Draft: The youngster who fixes your club’s biggest problem

An NRL draft is miles away from happening, but how would it look if it ever took shape? Brent Read identifies the young star that would be the best fit for every team.

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