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Penrith's first hit-out of 2025 was far from the greatness that has come to define the club, but as it chases a fifth-straight premiership that recent past will prove the foundation of the club's future. 

Known as a "gentle giant" among his school and local rugby club in Sydney's west, Jordan Mailata is gearing up for his second Super Bowl. And his community couldn't be more excited.

NRLW players are more likely to hurt themselves or their opponents in a tackle than their male counterparts. Players and coaches explain why and what is being done to fix it.

Brad Donald departs as Jillaroos coach, with his replacement Jess Skinner making an immediate statement ahead of the upcoming Test against England in Las Vegas.

Former Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has been signed by Wayne Bennett to mentor the South Sydney goalkickers in the 2025 NRL season.

The NRL rules both Latrell Mitchell and new Parramatta signing Josh Addo-Carr can use the All Stars clash towards their respective suspensions.

Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds is on track to play the Sydney Roosters in round one after taking a key step in his recovery from neck surgery. 

Western Bears NRL expansion boss Peter Cumins says Peter V'landys rebuffed their bid despite a significant financial boost.

Jillaroos coach Brad Donald is awaiting the results of an investigation into comments he allegedly made about a journalist.

Wests Tigers summer optimism has turned to poison each of the last three years. Can things be different with Jarome Luai at the helm in 2025?