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NRL 2023
Knights assure O’Brien he will coach in 2024 after Holbrook meeting exposed
Adam O’Brien learnt of a meeting last week between a Newcastle official and the sacked Gold Coast Titans coach.
- by Michael Chammas and Danny Weidler
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Opinion
NRL 2023
Lack of progress in NRL since jersey saga a kick in guts, says Roberts
A year on from the scandal that derailed the Sea Eagles’ season, Ian Roberts says the NRL has done little to improve diversity and inclusivity.
- by Danny Weidler
Opinion
NRL 2023
Luai’s split with agent sets off alarm bells at Penrith
News of Jarome Luai’s management shake-up comes at the same time as concerns emerge from Penrith that he will join the Bulldogs.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2023
Blues barbs taking a toll on Fittler’s family
Strong criticism of the NSW coach during this year’s Origin series visibly upset his partner. It was hard to watch, and will influence whatever he decides to do next.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
State of Origin
‘Cheap’ and ‘personal’: Alexander slams attacks on Fittler
Coach Brad Fittler has borne much of the blame for the Blues’ woes, but NSW advisor Greg Alexander says some criticism is unacceptable.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2023
The old acquaintance with a chequered history who is backing Flanagan
Darren Hibbert, a central figure during disgraced sports scientist Stephen Dank’s time at Cronulla, strongly endorsed the Dragons’ decision to give Shane Flanagan another chance in the top job.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2023
Never in the hunt: Dragons star wanted out before Flanagan signed
Ben Hunt made his mind up to leave the Dragons after his 300th NRL game on May 13. Another flogging, 42-22, was the final straw.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2023
How former Cronulla boss helped Flanagan win over Dragons doubters
As it became increasingly clear the Dragons needed an experienced coach, club board member Peter Doust did plenty of research on Flanagan to see if he could be appointed as head coach.
- by Danny Weidler
Disgruntled Hunt wants out of Dragons immediately
The Maroons star has requested a release from the final two years of his St George Illawarra deal, with a return home to Queensland his preferred option.
- by Christian Nicolussi and Danny Weidler
The devastated Origin star playing with a heavy heart for Hunter Valley bus crash victims
Hudson Young grew up minutes from where a bus rolled killing 10 wedding guests last weekend. He’s spoken about the impact it will have on his hometown.
- by Adam Pengilly and Danny Weidler
Analysis
NRL 2023
Forget the Maroon whispers, Latrell’s true blue
Queensland figures with connections to the Maroons suggested Mitchell wasn’t desperate to play for the Blues in Origin I when he pulled out just four days before the game.
- by Danny Weidler