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Rugby league began in 1895, as the 'Northern Union', when clubs in the North of England broke away from the RFU. The clubs wanted to compensate their working-class players for time away from work for rugby tours and injuries.

The National Rugby League - NRL official site for rugby in Australia with news, general information, season draw, video replays, and multimedia.

The National Rugby League was formed in 1998 under a partnership arrangement between the Australian Rugby League and News Ltd to administer the National Competition.

Rugby league began in 1895, as the 'Northern Union', when clubs in the North of England broke away from the RFU. The clubs wanted to compensate their working-class players for time away from work for rugby tours and injuries.

Papua New Guinea based out of Port Moresby will join the competition in 2028.

The league remain in discussions for a Perth team to join in 2027, with plans to have 20 teams in the NRL by the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane.

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View Event: Brisbane Broncos
Brisbane Broncos
The Brisbane Broncos are based in Brisbane winning its first premiership in 1992. The Brisbane Broncos are one of two Queensland teams competing in the NRL professional rugby le.. Show More..

View Event: Canberra Raiders
Canberra Raiders
The Canberra Raiders were established in 1982 and play in the National Rugby League (NRL). They started playing out of Seiffert Oval in Queanbeyan, and played their first compe.. Show More..

View Event: Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
The home of the Royal blue and white Canterbury Bulldogs. Canterbury has been a pioneer in the new professionalism of rugby league. They were the most successful club of the 198.. Show More..

View Event: Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
The home of the Blue, black and white Cronulla Sharks. Cronulla Sharks was formed in September 1956 and commenced trading in rented premises above Coadys Chemist Shop on The Kin.. Show More..

View Event: Gold Coast Titans
Gold Coast Titans
THE BEGINNING In March 1999, the Gold Coast bid team was formed in an attempt to bring an NRL team back to the Gold Coast. Headed by Michael Searle, managing director of Interna.. Show More..

View Event: Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
The home of the Maroon and white Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles. The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are based on the Northern Beaches of Sydney and play out of 4 Pines Park. Since enter.. Show More..

View Event: Newcastle Knights
Newcastle Knights
The home of the Blue and red Newcastle Knights. Ever since our inaugural year in 1988, the Knights have forged a unique place in the culture of the Hunter Region. Through th.. Show More..

View Event: North Queensland Cowboys
North Queensland Cowboys
The North Queensland Cowboys are one of two Queensland teams competing in the NRL professional rugby league. We are Northern Australia's premier sporting club. Established in.. Show More..

View Event: Parramatta Eels
Parramatta Eels
The home of the Blue and Gold Parramatta Eels. Parramatta Leagues Club is committed to and constantly working towards providing members and guests with the very best in faciliti.. Show More..

View Event: Penrith Panthers
Penrith Panthers
The home of the black, rust, teal green and white Penrith Panthers. In 1967, the Penrith Panthers made it - being accepted along with Cronulla-Sutherland, into the Sydney 1st Di.. Show More..

View Event: Redcliffe Dolphins
Redcliffe Dolphins
The Redcliffe Dolphins are the NRL's 17th team. A new history starts now - Dolphins Memberships available now #PhinsUp ABOUT THE DOLPHINS The Dolphins have a rich history .. Show More..

View Event: South Sydney Rabbitohs
South Sydney Rabbitohs
The home of the Red and green South Sydney Rabbitohs. South Sydney officially became Rugby Leagues first champion team with a 14-12 victory over Eastern Suburbs. The first p.. Show More..

View Event: St George - Illawarra Dragons
St George - Illawarra Dragons
The home of the Red and white St George Illawarra Dragons. St George and the Dragon are synonymous with the game of Rugby League. St George had its beginnings in Rockdale Tow.. Show More..

View Event: Sydney Roosters
Sydney Roosters
The home of the Red, white and blue Sydney Roosters. Established in 1908, the Roosters also known as Easts, are the only Foundation Club to have competed in every season of the .. Show More..

View Event: Vodafone Warriors
Vodafone Warriors
The 2021 NRL season will mark the 27th year the Vodafone Warriors have been in the first-grade competition. The Warriors play home games in New Zealand at Mount Smart Stadium in.. Show More..

View Event: Wests Tigers
Wests Tigers
Wests Tigers is an NRL club based in the Inner West and South Western Sydney. The club was formed at the end of the 1999 NRL season as a result of a merger between the Balmain Tige.. Show More..

View Event: Melbourne Storm
Melbourne Storm
Melbourne Storm was founded in 1998 as part of the newly formed National Rugby League competition. The club was the first ever professional Victorian rugby league club and spent ..

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NRL Grand Final 2025


South Sydney Rabbitohs


St George - Illawarra Dragons


Penrith Panthers


Newcastle Knights


Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles


Wests Tigers


Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs


Parramatta Eels


State of Origin - TV Broadcast Review


Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks






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