Upton reveals the private pain that drove her back to Broncos
Isolated and alone, Tamika Upton was struggling with her own grief while living in Newcastle. For the first time, the NRLW star opens up on what drove her back to Queensland.
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‘Right direction’: Women’s sports takes over
Women’s sports are now enjoying the recognition they’ve long deserved with AFLW player Éilish O’Dowd and WBBL cricketer Phoebe Litchfield among the athletes taking over the industry.
Broncos rocket to premiership favouritism after superstar signing
NRLW superstar Tamika Upton has shunned offers from Gold Coast and North Queensland, signing a monster deal with the club she helped win multiple premierships.
Rugby league or family: NRLW stars facing an impossible choice
At 27, NRLW star Jessica Sergis is already thinking about retirement, as she attempts the almost impossible juggling act that is wanting to have both a family and an elite rugby league career.
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Taufa reveals ‘five-year plan’ that put Jillaroos on the map
It took just a single year for a five-year plan hatched by some Jillaroos stars back in 2017 to reap rewards. With the women’s game now booming, Simaima Taufa reflects on the plan that kickstarted it all.
‘Biggest highlight ever’: Code-hopper ranks Jillaroos over rugby feats
Code-hopping NRLW star Mahalia Murphy was a regular for the Wallaroos and Australia in Rugby 7s, but the Eels skipper admits playing for the Jillaroos is still her proudest career achievement.
WATCH: Fiji men take on Tongan women in ‘weird’ training session
As they prepare for a brutal Pacific Championship clash against PNG, Fiji have taken the extraordinary step of running an unconventional opposed session against the Tongan women’s side.
‘Came into my house’: Star pleads for help
NRLW champion Millie Elliott has appealed for help after revealing a treasured new possession had been stolen from her home.
Roosters star’s plea after premiership ring stolen
Millie Elliott has urged people to come forward if they spot her NRLW premiership ring after revealing it has been stolen from the home she shares with husband and fellow rugby league player Adam Elliott.
Dally M star responds as snub sparks probe
There could be an investigation into the shock Australian snubbing of the NRLW’s best player and she’s spoken for the first time.
How the Cowboys unearthed Tongan test bolter Ana Malupo
The Northern Territory talent will have the opportunity to debut for Tonga in the next fortnight. Find out when Cowboys NRLW coach Ricky Henry knew Malupo had a big future in rugby league.
Olivia Kernick breaks her silence on Jillaroos snub
Within the space of 24 hours Olivia Kernick went from grand final hero to the star snubbed from the Jillaroos – now Kernick reveals how she dealt with her emotions on that ‘bittersweet’ day.
‘Scandalous’: Investigation launched into Jillaroo’s snub
The ARL Commission has launched an investigation into the Australian team selection snub of Dally M Medal winner Olivia Kernick.
‘Scandalous’: Shocking twist in Aussie snub
The Jillaroos coach is under fire after his explanation for dropping the NRLW’s best player from the Aussie squad was questioned.
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