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NRL must learn lessons from flop Finals crowds • The Western Weekender
19+ hour, 35+ min ago (993+ words) If you’ve read my musings about rugby league crowds or listened to the Tension’s Running High podcast, you would know last week’s disappointing NRL Finals attendances came as no surprise to me. We can only hope that the NRL learns…...
When does NRL's "entertainment" obsession cross the line? • The Western Weekender
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (895+ words) The NRL Finals will begin this weekend, and for rugby league boss Peter V’landys, the last stretch of episodes leading up to the season finale are here. V’landys, largely credited with taking rugby league to unprecedented heights over the last…...
The Western Weekender to re-brand rugby league coverage from 2027 • The Western Weekender
5+ day, 19+ hour ago (274+ words) The Western Weekender will launch Panthers News in 2027, refreshing its rugby league coverage to coincide with the Panthers’ return to Penrith. The Extra Time brand will be retired at the end of the current season. Panthers News will be a…...
Kacey, Casey and country at Panthers • The Western Weekender
5+ day, 13+ hour ago (395+ words) The EVAN Theatre welcomes country music legend Kasey Chambers, alongside one of Australia’s biggest contemporary country stars Casey Barnes on Saturday, September 19, for a night of energy, storytelling and of course, country music. Coming off the back of a recent…...
Winning combination as Saints back local school • The Western Weekender
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (670+ words) Penola Catholic College and St Marys Rugby League Club have strengthened their connection with a new partnership providing students with more opportunities to develop their sporting talents and connect with the local club. The partnership has seen St Marys Rugby…...
Tough conversations, white lies and an opportunity to shine • The Western Weekender
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (766+ words) 12 months ago, Tom Jenkins had to lie to reporters. On the eve of the NRL Finals last year, the winger was delivered the disappointing news by Panthers coach Ivan Cleary that he would not be selected in Penrith’s team for…...
Lang on League: My Merv Cartwright Medal predictions • The Western Weekender
5+ day, 18+ hour ago (482+ words) With the regular season now over and the Panthers finishing as Minor Premiers after 27 rounds, it’s time for the remaining eight teams to fight it out to determine who will ultimately win the 2026 NRL Premiership. Panthers will hold its 2026 Merv…...
Double celebrations as Saints claim Premierships • The Western Weekender
1+ week, 14+ hour ago (573+ words) St Marys Saints have become only the second club in rugby league history to win premierships for the Ron Massey Cup and Sydney Shield in the same season. Played at Campbelltown Sports Stadium last Saturday, the Saints started the day…...
Spartan Australia announces backyard-ultra-style event for Wollongong • The Western Weekender
1+ week, 20+ hour ago (176+ words) Spartan’s version brings that test-your-limits appeal to a stadium setting, and WIN Stadium is a punishing venue for it: a 22,000-seat arena of stairs, bleachers and concourses (with a bit of sand thrown in for good measure), all overlooking the…...
Penrith win sixth Minor Premiership and set up Finals showdown with Roosters • The Western Weekender
1+ week, 1+ day ago (545+ words) The Penrith Panthers have won their fourth NRL Minor Premiership in just seven seasons, again cementing their status as the greatest rugby league team of the modern era. The Panthers demolished the Tigers 38-10 at CommBank Stadium this afternoon to ensure…...