‘Two or three years’: Bennett’s bold Dolphins prediction
Wayne Bennett says it won’t be long until the Dolphins are a powerhouse of the NRL after the club made a crucial decision that’s put it on track to become the Penrith of Queensland.
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In pictures: Dolphins and their WAGs at awards night
Dolphins players have hit the red carpet with their wives and girlfriends (and even mums!) for the club’s annual awards night.
‘Give him a go’: NRL appeal after Dolphins axe cult hero
Ben Te’o has called on NRL clubs to take a punt on Valynce Te Whare, after the cult hero was axed by the Dolphins. PLUS see all the players to watch in the Qld Cup grand final.
NRL casualty ward: Breakout Dolphins star suffers horror injury
After enjoying a breakout rookie season, Dolphins star Trai Fuller could be looking at a lengthy stint on the sidelines after suffering a suspected ACL injury in the Hostplus Cup.
Abdo hits back at Bennett’s ‘ridiculous’ bunker attack
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo has come to the defence of the bunker after Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett slammed the video technology following a crucial no-try decision went against his side against the Knights.
NRL top eight decided in thrilling finale
The final place in the NRL’s top eight came down to the last match of the regular season and it was bad news for Wayne Bennett.
‘Rubbish talk’: Bennett shuts down claims he ruined the Knights
As Wayne Bennett’s Dolphins prepare for a do-or-die clash against Newcastle for a spot in finals, the super coach has hit back at claims he left the Knights in crisis when he departed the club.
NRL star facing retirement at just 25
One of the biggest signings of the 2025 season has turned into a nightmare with an Origin and Kangaroos star facing being forced into retirement.
Dolphins’ ‘big boost’ after fighting charge
The Dolphins’ bid to make their first finals series has received a shot in the arm after Felise Kaufusi fought his charge at the judiciary.
Broncos coach forced to eat his words
Kevin Walters’ words have come back to bite him after the Broncos’ season was all but ended in a Suncorp Stadium smackdown.
Wayne’s World: Bennett rolls dice to end Broncos’ season
Wayne Bennett will take one of the biggest gambles of his 50-year coaching career in his final Queensland derby as he looks to end the season of former club the Broncos.
Double Dolphins insult driving Carrigan to end rival’s season
When the Dolphins were constructing their full-time roster for their inaugural season, only Wayne Bennett was keen on signing the soon to be off-contract Broncos gun. Then came the offer.
Langer Trophy Team of the Season – and where they are headed in the NRL
Langer Trophy Team of the Season has been revealed here. See if your NRL club has picked up the top talent from this year’s elite schoolboy league competition.
How Broncos let future Maroons bolter slip to Qld rivals
Max Plath should be a red-hot favourite for the NRL’s rookie of the year award, but it could easily have been in Broncos colours. This is how the Dolphins snuck under their Queensland rival’s guard to poach the son of a Brisbane great.
NRL Run Home: Every finals contender’s best, worst finish
Four unlikely finals contenders have emerged following St George Illawarra’s round 25 loss to Cronulla, as the race for the eight heats up. See every contender’s best and worst ladder finish.
Boom boys named: Schoolboy Walters Cup Team of the Season
The schoolboy Walters Cup Team of the Season features an overflowing bucket of rugby league boom boys – and a host of next generation NRL players. FULL SQUAD
Buzz: Stats that prove Bennett’s juggling act has hurt Dolphins
Wayne Bennett will argue that working on Souths in his spare time hasn’t interfered with his work at the Dolphins. PHIL ROTHFIELD has the startling numbers that will say otherwise.
‘Oh my god’: NRL farce is ‘absolute madness’
The Melbourne Storm have wrapped up the minor premiership but not before one of the most absurd Bunker calls of the season.
Justin Hodges Medal goes to Wavell, PBC schoolboy stars
Two elite schoolboys, one from Wavell SHS and the other from Palm Beach Currumbin SHS, have shared the prestigious Justin Hodges Medal as best player of the Langer Trophy.
Show us the money: Clubs, ARLC facing $60m expansion showdown
NRL clubs hold a powerful lever in a looming showdown with the ARL Commission over plans for them to share in a $60 million licence fee for Papua New Guinea to enter the league.
Storm and Panthers own best NRL grand final hangover cures
It’s a curse which has claimed three victims in three years – but two teams seem immune to the grand final hangover. See every grand finalist’s ladder position in the five years that followed defeat.
‘Almost too fast’: NRL speedster hits 40km/h
The Dolphins’ Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has chased down the “fastest man on the planet” in a stunning moment that left the NRL in disbelief.
‘Shocking’: Bennett’s brutal take-down of Dolphins star
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett didn’t mince his words when asked about the season of Broncos recruit Herbie Farnworth, with a battle against form centre Stephen Crichton looming.
‘The honest truth’: Pangai Jr lifts lid on Bulldogs exit
Tevita Pangai Jr shocked the NRL when he walked out on the Bulldogs to pursue boxing. One year on from his bombshell exit, the Dolphins prop opens up on his decision.
‘Football god’: Wayne Bennett stuns himself
Wayne Bennett has shown even when you’re one of the greatest coaches in NRL history, sometimes it all comes down to the “football god”.
Revealed: How Dolphins were denied a play at Warrior Walsh
Reece Walsh was firmly on the radar of Wayne Bennett and the Dolphins as he was emerging into a superstar for the Warriors. As it would pan out, the Warriors would only allow their young star to deal with the Broncos.
Sport Confidential: Reynolds’ swipe at critics over contract fears
Adam Reynolds has shut down any talks that he’ll struggle to see out his new contract as his ongoing injury battles continue, while the Dolphins have pulled out of a poaching raid for a Broncos star. SPORT CONFIDENTIAL
Cheeky Devils: QCup defection that crushed Broncos-Dolphins relations
It was the Queensland Cup turf war that ended a near two-decade Broncos partnership. This is how the Dolphins infiltrated Norths Devils to pull off an the cross-town heist.
Wayne responds to NRL coaching ‘tragedy’
Wayne Bennett has offered his views on Souths coach Jason Demetriou and reports he is set to take over at the Rabbitohs.
Bennett coy on coaching future rumours
Wayne Bennett was in fine form on Thursday when the master coach was asked about possibly returning to the Rabbitohs in 2025.
Bennett dodges questions over Souths, Eels links as rumours swirl
With Jason Demetriou fighting for his coaching future at Souths Wayne Bennett has been quizzed about links to the Rabbitohs — as well as suggestions he could take over at Parramatta.
‘Never happened’: Mariner agent lifts lid on Broncos-Phins scandal
Deine Mariner’s manager has spoken out over the anti-tampering scandal that saw the Dolphins fined and himself suspended for 12 months, claiming the Redcliffe side did “nothing wrong”.
The Battle: Ikin defends legal action, Bennett’s next move, injury updates
QRL boss Ben Ikin has defended the decision to join legal action against the ARLC over funding, saying it league must remain the dominant code in Qld.
Battle of Brisbane: Reynolds out, Milf in, Walsh-Sailor combo confirmed
Kevin Walters will unleash a deadly one-two punch on the Dolphins, naming Reece Walsh and Tristan Sailor in his 17, while the Dolphins recall Anthony Milford.
Battle of Brisbane feuds: Bennett’s cheeky dig at Broncos over $5m signing heist
It was the $5 million ambush that eroded Brisbane’s grand final group – and Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett couldn’t be happier. Part I of the feuds that define the Battle of Brisbane.
Queensland’s top under 17 players revealed for City v Country clash
Many of Queensland rugby league’s leading under-17 players can be revealed here following the announcement of the City-Country boys and girls teams. Story here.
Contract wars: Dolphins armed for next Broncos poaching raid
The Battle of Brisbane will have a spicy subplot as the cashed up Dolphins prepare to feed off the Broncos’ bulging salary cap carcass for a second time.
Wounded Dolphins star set to be sidelined for a month
The Dolphins picked off the Wests Tigers to return to the top of the NRL ladder, but at the cost of one of their star players who is set to be sidelined for at least a month with an injury.
Sad Wayne Bennett photo says it all
Wayne Bennett’s Dolphins are on top of the NRL ladder but the supercoach has plenty on his mind after their latest win came at a huge cost.
Why Wayne Bennett won’t be speaking to Benji
Benji Marshall is one of Wayne Bennett’s favourite players from a 40-year coaching career, but they won’t be exchanging pleasantries ahead of a bumper showdown.
Deep dive into the Dolphins future – 38 ace youth signings
Here’s 38 reasons the Dolphins can be playing NRL finals in the second half of this decade. It’s the names of 38 elite youth players, many locals, and the junior clubs they came from.
Early Mail: Benji to blood rookie playmaker, Knights’ halves gamble
The Wests Tigers will replace one suspended playmaking phenom with another exciting young rookie, while the Knights are set for yet another halves reshuffle. READ THE LATEST TEAM NEWS
Qld NRL Report Card: Good, bad and ugly grades after four rounds
We’re a month into the NRL season and there’s a big gap between all four Queensland teams. How do they all rate so far? PAMELA WHALEY analyses draws, injury lists and form.
‘God awful’ NRL act is ‘as bad as it gets’
A debate has erupted in rugby league circles over what the right punishment after one of rugby league’s most hated acts reared its ugly head.
Dolphins win comes at cost, ugly hip drop tackle to be punished
The Dolphins got the result over the winless Titans in the Queensland derby, but potentially at a cost, as one of their players is facing a lengthy suspension for an ugly hip drop tackle.
Why Bennett doesn’t want the Dolphins going to Vegas in 2025
While most clubs have stuck their hands straight up for a taste of Vegas magic in 2025, Wayne Bennett has advised against the Dolphins making the trip to the States.
‘Not good enough for a Dragons jersey’: Flanagan furious after 38-0 thumping
The Dragons headed into their clash with the Dolphins as favourites, only to be handed a 38-0 defeat. Coach Shane Flanagan didn’t mince his words after the thumping loss.
Dolphin left reeling after all-time NRL falcon
A sickening thud was heard around the ground after Ben Hunt’s attempted clearing kick slammed straight into the Dolphin.
‘I need to step up’: Why 2024 is make or break for Dolphins rookie
After being surprisingly overlooked for round one, Dolphins youngster Isaiya Katoa has promised to make good on his round-two call-up when they face St George Illawarra.
NRL Market Watch: Is it game over for premiership playmaker?
He’s feeling fitter and faster than ever, but 2016 premiership winner Chad Townsend is still without a contract beyond 2024; while the Panthers and Bulldogs have locked down two stars.
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