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HEADLINES
Panthers thrash disappointing Bulldogs Panthers thrash disappointing Bulldogs

For a game, which meant so much to each teams prospects for the season both Penrith and the Bulldogs looked as if they did not want the win. more »

Kangaroos defeat Kiwis in Centenary clash

The prelude to the centenary match between Australia and New Zealand saw the Australian team of the Century paraded before the crowd. more »

League world mourns Jack Gibson

Rugby League has tonight mourned the passing of the game’s Coach of the Century, Jack Gibson. more »

Trust awards life memberships to League Legends

The SCG Trust will induct nine of Australia’s greatest ever rugby league players as Life Members prior to the Centenary Test between Australia and New Zealand tomorrow night. more »

Purtell re-signs with the Raiders

Try scoring outside back Adrian Purtell will remain a Raider, after agreeing to a new deal that will see him in the nation’s capital until the end of 2011. more »

Last chance for Origin berths

Players from the Brisbane Broncos and the North Queensland Cowboys will have one final hit-out in front of State of Origin selectors before state sides for Game One are selected following round nine of the NRL. more »

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FEATURES & OPINION
0 Blue Murder

State of Origin football; there’s something about it that just makes the spine tingle, as Luke Garaty reports, It’s the toughest most gruelling contest Rugby League players can ever face.

0 Cleanouts and Mid Season Deals Hurt

Have a look at the landscape of the NRL, it is changing, players are signing earlier and coaches are making mid season roster cuts. It hurts the game, the players and the fans, and they can become disillusioned with the sport.

0 Knights Loyalty Pains

Jodie Leeson reports about the Newcastle Knights and their culture change which has struck a nerve with many close to and watching from afar.

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