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NRL star Josh Addo-Carr’s secondary drug test returns positive result for cocaine

Canterbury winger Josh Addo-Carr has returned a second positive result to a drugs test, according to his legal team

The Guardian - AU

How Gould launched a Penrith-like reboot of Bulldogs

Canterbury's results in Phil Gould's third year are eerily similar to what unfolded at the same stage of his Penrith reboot - and there's even more parallels.

AAP

Addo-Carr's second test positive, future uncertain

Canterbury superstar Josh Addo-Carr's secondary drug test has come back as positive in a blow to the winger's hopes of returning to the field this season.

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Storm veteran dismisses 'toothless Sharks' tag

While the clubs are no longer arch-enemies, Melbourne veteran Christian Welch isn't expecting Cronulla to back down in their NRL final at AAMI Park.

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The psychology of retirement: why do so many athletes struggle to call time?

Think back to when you met someone for the first time. One of the first questions you asked, or were asked, was likely: “what do you do for work?”

The Conversation

Cowboys super boot Holmes gets big tick from 'El Magic'

Goalkicking legend Hazem El Masri says North Queensland have struck finals gold with the boot of Valentine Holmes and explains why the Cowboys star is so good.

AAP

Edwards insists his knee is no concern for NRL finals

Dylan Edwards has downplayed concerns about his knee ahead of the NRL finals, insistent it is not limiting his output as Penrith pursue a fourth straight title.

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A feelgood story or the Swiss watch of rugby league? Who casual fans should follow in NRL finals

Each team in the running, their chances of winning, and who’ll give you dirty looks based on your pick

The Guardian - AU

Tigers record first win in 410 days over Dragons

Leichhardt Oval has worked its magic once again for Wests Tigers, with the club recording their first win of the 2024 NRLW season against the Dragons.

AAP

Australian rugby chief dismisses talk of one-sided British and Irish Lions series despite record defeat

The Wallabies suffered a record defeat to Argentina to spark further concern of a one-sided tour next summer

The Independent UK

Broncos retain Taupau, Hoeter for 2025 NRL season

Brisbane will give prop Martin Taupau and outside back Delouise Hoeter new deals for 2025 as their top 30 for next year's NRL season takes shape.

AAP

Afternoon Update: Major aged care reforms announced; more anti-war rallies in Melbourne; and the VMAs black carpet

Anthony Albanese says the reforms are ‘once in a generation’ as he thanks Coalition for ‘constructive engagement’

The Guardian - AU

Braydon Trindall's path from drug test to career best

Cronulla five-eighth Braydon Trindall has endured a tumultuous NRL season but heads into the finals on the back of career-best form.

AAP

Knights lose Best, but Ponga out to prove a point

Newcastle have suffered a major blow ahead of their elimination final against North Queensland, with Bradman Best ruled out with a hamstring injury.

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Suaalii to go straight from NRL finals to Spring Tour

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is set to go from the NRL finals to a Spring Tour in a little over a month, as he closes in on a Wallabies debut in Europe.

AAP

Luki emerges as Cowboys' weapon after early injury woes

North Queensland second-rower Heilum Luki warmed up for NRL finals with the best game of his career and is now forming a lethal combination with Jeremiah Nanai.

AAP

DCE not rushed on contract call as free-agency looms

Daly Cherry-Evans is set to become one of the highest paid players on the open market, but the Manly halfback says he has not considered his future beyond 2025.

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Reggae, country music to keep firebrand Leniu cool

Spencer Leniu says he expects to be targeted by his old club Penrith in the NRL finals, as the Sydney Roosters prop plans to "go to war" with ex-teammates.

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Xerri aims to forge his own next chapter in NRL finals

Canterbury's Bronson Xerri has detailed how he hopes to one day not be known as the man who served a ban for steroid use, ahead of his return to the NRL finals.

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How Bellamy made Howarth become a Jack of Storm trades

Melbourne centre and schoolboy prodigy Jack Howarth says Craig Bellamy was right to make him learn the "Storm way" before playing him regularly in the NRL.

AAP

'Be careful': The player feedback Payten needed to hear

Todd Payten has revealed how an honest message from senior players helped change his demeanour and turned North Queensland's NRL season around.

AAP

Brother Jayden inspiring Blayke Brailey's NRL streak

Blayke Brailey credits his brother and rival hooker Jayden for inspiring him en route to the longest active streak of NRL games.

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NRL say referee Gee's demotion based on form

Adam Gee has gone from 2023 grand final referee to not being used in 2024's first four finals games, a decision the NRL say is based on form.

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Fit-again Lodge concedes Manly stint may end soon

Manly prop Matt Lodge is set to enter the NRL's finals unsure on his future, with the front-rower likely to move elsewhere if he can secure a long-term deal.

AAP

Hunt promises surgery for Sharks who cross him in 2025

On the eve of the NRL finals series, Cronulla enforcer Royce Hunt has opened up on his impending move to Wests Tigers.

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