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    Kiwi NRL star charged with drug, betting offences

    South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Brandon Smith. Photo: Getty

    Kiwi NRL star Brandon Smith charged with drug, betting offences

    Kiwis 13-test international and South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Brandon Smith is facing drugs and sports betting charges, according to reports across the Tasman.

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    Time to celebrate

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    Time to celebrate

    Alhambra-Union celebrate after winning the Dunedin club rugby league final against the Kia Toa Tigers are Montecillo on Saturday.

    Origin games for new Christchurch stadium?

    Will rugby league's State of Origin come to local shores? Photo: Getty Images

    State of Origin games for new Christchurch stadium?

    The government appears receptive to supporting a move to bring rugby league's State of Origin to New Zealand's shores in two years' time.

    Halasima staying grounded after show of brilliance

    Leka Halasima makes a break during the Warriors win over the Newcastle Knights in Newcastle on...

    Halasima staying grounded after show of brilliance

    New Zealand Warriors phenomenon Leka Halasima has returned to earth this week.

    Queensland stun NSW in State of Origin decider

    Harry Grant celebrates a try with team-mates during game three of the State Of Origin series...

    Queensland stun NSW in State of Origin decider

    Queensland have added another chapter to the Maroons' State of Origin folklore, shocking NSW with a 24-12 victory in the game-three decider at Accor Stadium to win back the shield.

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    David Reedy. File photo: Linda Robertson

    Games, dinner to celebrate ORL centenary

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    Warriors take collective approach to replace Barnett

    Mitch Barnett. Photo: Getty Images

    Warriors take collective approach to replace Barnett

    New Zealand Warriors coach Andrew Webster was warned his players not to try filling the void left by injured co-captain Mitch Barnett alone.

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    Robbie Tuluatua competes against Tonga Siaila Liuaki during the RUNIT Championship League in...

    Warriors distance themselves from 'run it straight'

    The rugby league community is ensuring they distance themselves from the controversial new collision trend known as 'run it straight.'

    Warriors mark Anzac Day in style

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    Warriors mark Anzac Day in style

    Erin Clark, of the New Zealand Warriors, offloads during his team’s round eight NRL match against the Newcastle Knights at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch last night.

    Tuivasa-Sheck to miss up to two months

    Roger Tuivasa-Sheck of the Warriors will miss up to two months with a hamstring strain. Photo:...

    Tuivasa-Sheck to miss up to two months

    Warriors star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to be side-lined for up to two months with a hamstring strain.

    Warriors get the points

    Photo: ODT files

    Warriors get the points

    A brilliant solo try to Chanel Harris-Tavita was among the highlights for the Warriors as they beat the Roosters 14-6 in their NRL clash in Auckland last night.

    Warriors on the board

    Photo: ODT files

    Warriors on the board

    The New Zealand Warriors chalked up their first win of the NRL season with a comfortable 36-16 win over the Manly Sea Eagles in Auckland last night, after leading 18-6 at halftime.

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    Show time for next crop of academy players

    PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Show time for next crop of academy players

    The next crop of potential Warriors will have their first day at school this weekend.

    Obituary: Brian Lockwood, rugby league player

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    Obituary: Brian Lockwood, rugby league player

    The indomitable Brian Lockwood led his rugby league teams from the front.

    Warriors captain retiring

    Tohu Harris has not returned to the field for the Warriors following wrist surgery. Photo: Getty...

    Warriors captain retiring

    Tohu Harris has announced he is quitting due to a longstanding wrist injury.

    Sevens star off to Warriors

    Photo: ODT files

    Sevens star off to Warriors

    Black Ferns Sevens star Michaela Blyde is jumping codes.

    Battle for NRL team rages on

    Battle for NRL team rages on

    The battle for a South Island NRL team has seen plenty of casualties - but the fight goes on.

    Christchurch NRL team bid launched

    Sir Graham Lowe, left, and Andrew Chalmers are among those supporting the bid. Photo: Supplied

    Christchurch NRL team bid launched

    A new Christchurch NRL bid has officially been launched.

    Tonga hold off spirited Kiwis comeback

    Tongan players celebrate their victory over the Kiwis at Mt Smart Stadium. Photo: Getty

    Tonga hold off spirited Kiwis comeback

    Mate Ma'a Tonga have made the Pacific Championships final with a nerve-wracking, pulsating 25-24 win over the Kiwis at Mount Smart Stadium.

    Kangaroos get revenge with 22-10 win over Kiwis

    Joseph Tapine charges forward during the men's 2024 Rugby League Pacific Championships match...

    Kangaroos get revenge with 22-10 win over Kiwis

    Australia have exacted revenge on New Zealand for last year's heartbreaking Pacific Cup final with a 22-10 win that propels the Kangaroos into the decider of this year's tournament.
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