Rugby League

53 reasons why we love Ivan Cleary

To celebrate Ivan Cleary’s 53rd birthday today (March 1), the Weekender wants to show its appreciation for the three-time premiership-winning coach of Penrith, with...

Panthers season preview: The quest for a fourth straight title begins

On the eve of the new NRL season, we preview the Penrith Panthers' 2024 campaign. Can they make it four-in-a-row?

Masked Panther: Penrith could spend longer away from home

The Masked Panther is back! From stadium news to weddings and engagements, it's a busy time in Pantherland.

Lang on League: Fourth title might just be hardest of them all

Lang on League is back! In his first column of the year, Peter Lang looks at the season ahead. Can Penrith make four NRL titles in a row?

Troy Dodds delivers his fearless NRL predictions for 2024

Somebody order the straitjacket! Troy Dodds delivers his 2024 NRL predictions.

How rough start to 2023 steeled Garner for season’s biggest games

He was one of Penrith’s more well-known signings to start the 2023 season, however Luke Garner didn’t quite hit the heights many fans were expecting of him.

Brian To’o opens up on Luai’s departure ahead of new season

"I'll miss Romey the most": Brian To'o speaks about Jarome Luai's departure, and the special personal moment he's looking forward to this year.

“Riddled with controversy”: Panthers lose to Wigan, and officials, in World Club Challenge

The World Club Challenge has been marred in controversy with several key refereeing decisions in the spotlight after Wigan's 16-12 win over Penrith at DW Stadium.

May makes return as Panthers name World Club Challenge team

Taylan May will play his first NRL game in a year after being named in the centres for Penrith's World Club Challenge showdown with Wigan on Sunday.

“I thought he was going to kill me”: The inside story on John Lang’s...

Former Panthers CEO Glenn Matthews has spoken out about his infamous 'broken promise' to Premiership-winning coach John Lang and revealed the two have never repaired their relationship since a dramatic morning in a Northern Territory hotel room nearly 20 years ago.

“In great shape”: NRL’s incredible financial results

The NRL has received a huge boost ahead of the new season, with figures revealing the code is in one of its strongest ever financial positions.

Panthers make most of UK experience ahead of World Club Challenge

From attending English Premier League matches to meeting fans on the wet streets of Manchester, the Penrith Panthers are making the most of their time in the UK.

World Club Challenge: 10 fun facts about Wigan, England

The Panthers have been in the UK this week, preparing for their showdown against reigning Super League Champions, the Wigan Warriors, on Sunday morning. The...

Blow that whistle: Search is on for more local referees

The Penrith Referees’ Association are currently recruiting, with around 30 new referees needed for the upcoming junior rugby league season.

New Penrith Panthers documentary, ‘Undisputed’, to premiere on February 16

The long-awaited Penrith Panthers documentary focused on the 2023 Premiership run will premiere on February 16. The documentary, 'Undisputed', will air on 9Now. "Embark on a...

Girl power: Brothers to field record number of female teams

One of Penrith's most famous junior footy clubs is leading the way in female recruitment.

Top Gun: Mavrik ready to make NRL debut

There’s players that you just want to see debut and Mavrik Geyer is one of them. His surname is synonymous with Penrith, and nothing would...

First look at plans for revamped Penrith Stadium

More details about the major upgrade to Penrith Stadium have been revealed.

Jarome Luai confirms Panthers exit after signing five-year deal with NRL rival

Jarome Luai has quit Penrith and will join the Wests Tigers at the end of the 2024 NRL season.

Turuva prepares for Fijian homecoming

Dally M Rookie of the Year Sunia Turuva will return home to his native Fiji for Christmas, to spread a little Panther cheer to his adoring family.