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1882: Birth of National Rugby League Hall of Famer Dan Frawley in Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, Australia
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Daniel "Dan" Frawley - 1895
Dan served during the second Boer War. In 1908 Dan joined the Sydney Roosters. Dan was a member of Sydney’s 1911-13 premierships. Dan played 70 games for Sydney over 8 seasons (54 tries, 19 goals).…
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December 15, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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Netherlands 34 v 0 Greece
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December 15, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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www.roosters.com.au/news/2025/12...
Sydney Roosters Statement on Bondi Terror Attack
The Sydney Roosters are deeply saddened by the tragic events that unfolded at Bondi Beach yesterday.
www.roosters.com.au
December 15, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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www.penrithpanthers.com.au/news/2025/12...
Panthers unveil 2026 Heritage Jersey
The Panthers 2026 Alternate Heritage Jersey, paying homage to 2004, is available for pre-order at the Panther Shop until Monday 5 January.
www.penrithpanthers.com.au
December 15, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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In Remembrance of 1971 Grand Slam Kiwi #448 Garry Smith
Our Teams
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December 15, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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www.nrl.com/news/2025/12...
Perth Bears mega partnership with Cash Converters sets new sports benchmark
The Perth Bears have announced a landmark mega-deal with trusted second-hand retailer and personal finance provider Cash Converters that sets a new benchmark for West Australian sport.
www.nrl.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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1889: Birth of National Rugby League Hall of Famer Frank McMillan in Menindee, New South Wales, Australia
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Frank McMillan - 1895
Frank joined the Western Suburbs Magpies in 1921. Frank played 37 games for Western Suburbs over four seasons (1 try, 22 goals). In 1925, Frank joined the Balmain Tigers for one season, playing 12…
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December 14, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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www.intrl.sport/article/654/...
'Breaking down barriers': Hawkins creates history with back-to-back Golden Boot wins
12 Dec 2025
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December 14, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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RFL and Super League set for realignment as hunt for chair begins
The Rugby Football League are officially recruiting for their new chairperson - as a major realignment of the sport's governance looms again.
www.loverugbyleague.com
December 14, 2025 at 9:19 AM
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‘Give power back to the fans’: Hundreds rally against Wests Tigers owners
Wests Tigers fans came from as far afield as Perth to register their displeasure with the Holman Barnes Group following the latest upheaval in the boardroom.
www.smh.com.au
December 14, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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‘This is actually an easy one’: Why saving the Tigers is simple for new chief
From homelessness to healing, interim Tigers CEO Shaun Mielekamp has had an extraordinary journey. So running the disjointed venture that is Wests Tigers should be relatively easy.
www.smh.com.au
December 14, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/be...
Belmore, France ... Perth. The Bears recruit taking the road less travelled
The chance to again work with rugby league Immortal Mal Meninga helped get the deal done for Toby Sexton.
www.smh.com.au
December 14, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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www.therhinos.co.uk/article/2271...
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December 14, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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BULLS REVEAL AWAY JERSEY FOR 2026
13 Dec 2025
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December 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Remembering Eric Gregory – Leigh Leopards
Eric Gregory
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December 12, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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www.weststigers.com.au/news/2025/12...
Wests Tigers appoint Shaun Mielekamp as Interim CEO
The Wests Tigers can confirm that Shaun Mielekamp has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer.
www.weststigers.com.au
December 12, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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Marshall locked in until 2030 and Interim CEO confirmed
The Wests Tigers are delighted to confirm that NRL Head Coach, Benji Marshall has signed a three-year contract extension, securing his tenure at the club until the end of 2030.
www.weststigers.com.au
December 12, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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www.warriors.kiwi/news/2025/12...
DB back in the fold for first time in 25 years
Original principal sponsor DB back in the One New Zealand Warriors’ commercial family.
www.warriors.kiwi
December 12, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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www.cowboys.com.au/news/2025/12...
Vegas Jersey mixing tradition and ambition
The Cowboys will sport a bold new look for the club’s historic season opener, unveiling the Vegas Jersey, to be worn exclusively at rugby league’s newest showpiece event.
www.cowboys.com.au
December 12, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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www.raiders.com.au/news/2025/12...
Raiders pathways strengthened by addition of World Class Talent
The Canberra Raiders male pathways have bolstered their 2025 coaching ranks, appointing Former Wallaby Matt Giteau, Dual NRL Premiership winner Dale Finucane and Former Raider (#371) Matt Frawley as…
www.raiders.com.au
December 12, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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www.rugby-league.com/article/6443...
RFL Statement - Salford Red Devils
The RFL can confirm that it has received three submissions which have met the deadline of 5pm in relation to Salford Red Devils.\r\nThe RFL will now assess each submission before a final decision…
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December 12, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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www.nrl.com/news/2025/12...
Cultural connections take centre stage in 2026 All Stars jerseys
The importance of community takes centre stage in the artwork on the 2026 Indigenous All Stars jerseys, with the piece celebrating a deep-rooted sense of connection to family, kinship and the land.
www.nrl.com
December 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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1965: Birth of National Rugby League Hall of Famer Glenn Lazarus in Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
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Glenn Lazarus - 1895
A prop, Glenn joined the Canberra Raiders in 1987. Glenn was a Canberra’s 1989-91 Grand Final team member (winning premierships in 1989 and 1990). Glenn played 43 games for Canberra over 5 seasons…
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December 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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A tribute to Bill Adair | St.Helens R.F.C.
Bill was the Club’s oldest surviving senior player, from an era when the game was booming post-war and Saints were not considered to be amongst the rugby
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December 11, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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1934: Birth of New Zealand Legend of League, Tom Hadfield in Birkenhead, New Zealand
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Bernard "Tom" Hadfield - 1895
Tom played for Northcote and  Northern Districts Tom played for Auckland. Tom played 18 test matches for New Zealand from 1956-61 (15 tries). Tom finished his career with the most tries ever for New…
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December 11, 2025 at 9:25 AM