Dolphins news: 102 reasons for The Dolphins to fix defence Last 2 games Phins conceded 102 points & missed 102 tackles. Finals on line v Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Isaiya Katoa not happy. “We need to be better defensively if we are fair dinkum about finals.” aapnews.aap.com.au/a/QYboXUrWP

Broncos injury news Forward Jack Gosiewski had surgery yesterday on a fractured collarbone sustained in Brisbane Broncos win over The Dolphins More to come Australian Associated Press (AAP)

Samoa 🇼🇸 news: Why players flock to Toa Samoa field of dreams. Samoa coach Ben Gardiner’s favourite film: FIELD OF DREAMS. His “build it and they will come” ethos based on family, culture, high performance + winning W Cup. Payne Haas won’t be the last. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/QYbRXtrWP

Broncos news: Cory Paix remains best NRL No.9 without deal for 2026. “I’ve always wanted to stay at this great club for life and I still do.” Brisbane Broncos Paix, with 9 wins in his 12 starts in 2025, still has no deal on table. + Arthars on bench aapnews.aap.com.au/a/MZwVRTRYB

Dolphins news: Felise Kaufusi set to extend deal with The Dolphins Enforcer Kaufusi back from suspension, admits to “sloppy” tackle that cost him 2 weeks. On cusp of new deal. Stone, Tawha out. Molo in. Hammer 1. Fuller on bench for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles aapnews.aap.com.au/a/ngYXZsRdP

Broncos news: Ben Talty walks like an Egyptian into NRL dream. Brisbane Broncos prop’s stunning rise + he is the fragrance king of the NRL, importing Egyptian oils for his Nefertum brand! He also has two university degrees. New Pharaoh of Red Hill. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/mvEGrCZrv

Tonga 🇹🇴/ Samoa 🇼🇸 news Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has heritage from both nations but set to make Tonga debut in PAC Champs. “I know both. I speak both. I love each.” Says Tonga v Toa Samoa will be bigger than Origin. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/gzJWzsMkY

Walker brothers news: It’s time for Ben and Shane to light up NRL. Club owners, CEOs & boards take note of Ipswich chairman Steve Johnson. “It is not brave to appoint Ben and Shane. It’s stupidity not to.” This feature busts myths & outlines why. canberratimes.com.au/story/9045172/…

Breaking Dolphins news Kodi Nikorima (illness) fails to train. Kristian Woolf says will play for The Dolphins v Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Woolf says Trai Fuller & Hammer BOTH to get time at No.1. 18th Ray Stone (hand) comes in to 17 but coach won’t say who’s out. canberratimes.com.au/story/9047497/…

DCE/Dolphins news “He won’t be coming here,” Kristian Woolf says. DCE did confirm he spoke to The Dolphins & Sydney Roosters 🐓 about 2026. Woolf confirms Isaiya Katoa No.7 for life, Nikorima/Averillo No.6 in 2026 & Brad Schneider also on deck. No DCE. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/yXBQkhwEk

Update: Kodi Nikorima fails to recover from illness and is out of The Dolphins side to play Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Jake Averillo moves to 6. Fuller named in centres. More to come Australian Associated Press (AAP)

David Fifita/Wayne Bennett news Bennett moves in on Fifita after green light. Bennett explains why South Sydney Rabbitohs 🐰 will speak to Gold Coast Titans and his management “to get a deal done” for 2026. “He’s a rare talent who we haven’t seen the best of.” $$ next. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/MZmpwCRYB

Broncos finals news: 350-man Hunt eyes title. Reece Walsh was 1 when Ben Hunt signed his first deal with the Brisbane Broncos in 2003 dreaming of title. 22 years later it’s the thing on his resume still lacking. “That’s what drives me. We can do it.” canberratimes.com.au/story/9048066/…

Tonga 🇹🇴 / Samoa 🇼🇸 news Melbourne Storm prop Stefano Utoikamanu explains why he will play for Tonga National Rugby League in PAC Champs after representing Toa Samoa in 2023 It’s a family reason and his Tongan heroes are plentiful. Stefano’s inspiring story 👇 Melissa Woods aapnews.aap.com.au/a/EYmPbsMlv

Titans news: Scott Sattler back where he belongs. New Gold Coast Titans director of football Scott Sattler as Gold Coast as they come. Grew up there, debuted for GC Seagulls, first footy manager of Titans & his late father John set up GC Giants in 1988. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/pZPRVtbqz

Big Wests Tigers update. Upgraded Campbelltown will be main home ground, with at least seven games a year. At least three at Leichhardt, and minimum of 11 between two venues. 10-year deal likely to start 2029, with five-year option after. On AAP. #NRL canberratimes.com.au/story/9049389/…

Titans news: Gold Coast to go back to future. Remember the Gold Coast Titans …. when they won?! New football director Scott Sattler was key in recruiting workers Friend, Minichiello + guns Bailey, Prince, Campbell, Rogers at start. Satts’ ethos for 2026👇 aapnews.aap.com.au/a/gzqvEuMkY

Titans/Walkers brothers news Ben and Shane Walker were not given an interview for Gold Coast Titans job. Ben tells Australian Associated Press (AAP) the bros’ NRL coaching dream remains alive. He’s determined to coach sons Sam and NQ Cowboys bound Tyson in future. canberratimes.com.au/story/9049747/…

Warriors/RTS news Roger Tuivasa-Sheck reveals why the R360 rugby comp appeals to him. “I’ve had chats with them. It’s about keeping my options open.” What appeals more is winning a comp with the One NZ Warriors “That’s the dream.” RTS opens up 👇 aapnews.aap.com.au/a/kREbaULqb

Dolphins/Herbie update The Dolphins hope Herbie Farnworth is right for final round Canberra Raiders clash. Herbie ran well today at top speed with his diagonal changes of direction. Not quite ready Phins say. JMK set for 150th v Gold Coast Titans Kodi back. aapnews.aap.com.au/a/RlVvJTLpy