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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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ARLC chairman Peter V'landys and NRL CEO Andrew Abdo. at Allegiant Stadium on March 01, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

NRL club concerns after ARLC reveals extraordinary new powers

The ARL Commission informed NRL clubs it has taken the extraordinary step of giving itself the power to charge players for offences on the field. SEE THE EMAIL.

Brent Read

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 13: Tom Trbojevic of the Sea Eagles looks on during the round 15 NRL match between Gold Coast Titans and Manly Sea Eagles at Cbus Super Stadium, on June 13, 2025, in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Bold Turbo call Manly must make to salvage season

Manly’s only consistency this season has been their inconsistency – and an injury-plagued Tom Trbojevic hasn’t helped. It’s why the Sea Eagles must consider pulling the trigger on a big move for the former Dally M winner, writes BRENT READ.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 07: Reece Walsh of the Broncos looks on during the round 14 NRL match between Brisbane Broncos and Gold Coast Titans at Suncorp Stadium, on June 07, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

‘A lot of people have a lot to say’: Walsh hits back at Broncos critics

Rugby league is a results based business, and Reece Walsh knows the Broncos have not been delivering where it matters – but the superstar has a message for the doubters, and the fans.

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NRL

Which player should your club target ahead of the June 30 transfer deadline?

Transfer target: The player your club needs before window slams shut

The June 30 deadline is looming and several clubs have holes to fill in their rosters. We reveal the gaps – and potential solutions – at every club.

Michael Carayannis, Brent Read and David Riccio

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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)

Reynolds rejects lucrative Tigers deal to stay loyal to Broncos

Broncos veteran Adam Reynolds has taken the extraordinary step of giving up almost $1 million by knocking back a lucrative offer from the Wests Tigers to remain in Brisbane.

Peter Badel and Brent Read

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Penrith assistant coach Ben Gardiner is set to be the successor to Mal Meninga at the Perth Bears. Credit: NRL Images.

NRL market watch: Ex-Bears coach to be Meninga’s successor

The Bears are set to make two crucial appointments, including a former Bears and current Penrith assistant.

Michael Carayannis, Peter Badel and Brent Read

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Watch: The moment Daley axed Luai from Origin

This is the moment that Jarome Luai was told he’d lost the NSW No. 6 jersey. What he did next speaks to the leader that the Blues’ pantomime villain has become.

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NRL

Reed Mahoney forced a smile for the dressing room camera.

‘Not on the outer’: Mahoney agent hits out at fall guy claims

Reed Mahoney’s agent has denied suggestions the Bulldogs hooker is on the nose at Belmore, insisting it “couldn’t be further from the truth” that the club is showing him the door after signing Lachlan Galvin. SPORT CONFIDENTIAL

Brent Read and Michael Carayannis

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Tigers sign exiled NRL star, ready to pounce on unsigned Bronco

Taylan May will join Wests Tigers for the remainder of the season after securing a train-and-trial deal, as the club ramps up its pursuit of Broncos playmaker Adam Reynolds.

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NRL

TOWNSVILLE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 31: Tigers coach Benji Marshall looks on during the round 13 NRL match between North Queensland Cowboys and Wests Tigers at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on May 31, 2025, in Townsville, Australia. (Photo by Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images)

NRL to review Marshall comments after defending contentious calls

The NRL has backed two referee calls which were labelled as “outrageous” by Benji Marshall in his side’s loss to the Panthers, with the Tigers coach’s incensed comments now under review.

Brent Read

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