News Players Nicho Hynes shares his story just now Melbourne Storm young gun Nicho Hynes has opened up on his remarkable journey to the NRL in an inspiring interview with ThNks. "I decided to share my journey from a young fella to my NRL debut," Hynes said on Twitter. "In the…
Media Releases News Statement – CBA Dispute 14/12/2020 The Rugby League Players’ Association (RLPA) has released the following statement regarding the ongoing dispute under the Collective Bargaining Agreement. “The RLPA is currently engaged in a confidential and private dispute resolution process under the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the NRL. “There should be…
Competition News Townsville to host 2021 All Stars 09/12/2020 The 2021 NRL Harvey Norman All Stars will be played in Townsville for the first time in the event’s history. The NRL announced today that the match between the Indigenous and Maori male and female teams would be played at Queensland Country…
Community Media Releases News Players unite behind Free The Flag campaign 03/12/2020 The Rugby League Players’ Association (RLPA) has thrown its support behind the ‘Free The Flag’ campaign, lobbying for the Aboriginal Flag to be celebrated, shared and worn freely as part of a movement from Clothing The Gap. The Aboriginal Flag was proclaimed…
Highlights News Players Thank You – Joel Thompson 01/12/2020 Before Joel Thompson departs Australia to pursue an opportunity in the Super League, the Rugby League Players' Association would like to acknowledge his contribution to the Association and the game. Officially elected at the 2018 AGM by his peers, Joel has now…
Media Releases News Statement – Brent Naden 01/12/2020 The Rugby League Players’ Association (RLPA) is aware of the provisional suspension notice for Penrith Panthers player Brent Naden under the NRL’s Anti-Doping Policy. The provisional suspension is in relation to a positive A-sample to a prohibited substance in a test conducted…
Media Releases News Vale Keith Titmuss 23/11/2020 The Rugby League Players’ Association (RLPA) is deeply saddened by the devastating passing of Keith Titmuss today of the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. The RLPA passes on its sincere condolences to Keith’s family, friends and the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Club. “On…
Highlights News Players Get to know: The 2020 Academic Team of the Year 14/11/2020 The 2020 NRL-RLPA Wellbeing and Education Academic Team of the Year has been named, with Anthony Don (Male Academic Player of the Year) and Kirra Dibb (Female Academic Player of the Year) taking out the top honours. The Team of the…
Highlights News Players 2020 NRL Academic Team of the Year announced 14/11/2020 The NRL and the RLPA have announced the 2020 Academic Team of the Year, celebrating the academic achievements of the game’s stars. Included in this year’s Academic Team of the Year is the first player in the fulltime professional era to…
Highlights News Players Green recognised as 2020 Dennis Tutty Award winner 13/11/2020 Blake Green has been recognised for demonstrating outstanding leadership and commitment to his fellow players, with the former Warriors playmaker today announced as the recipient of this year’s Dennis Tutty Award. The award is presented annually by the Rugby League Players’…