The Storm strike again ⚡️ The RLPA’s Mitch Rein and Tinirau Arona were proud to present Xavier Coates (Winger of the Year), Harry Grant (Hooker of the Year) and Eli Katoa (Second Rower of the Year) with their official recognition in the 2025 RLPA Players’ Dream Team from the NRL.

The Green Machine’s best 💪 The RLPA’s Shaun Lane was proud to present Ethan Strange (Five-Eighth of the Year), Joseph Tapine (Prop of the Year) and Hudson Young (Second Rower of the Year) with their official recognition in the 2025 RLPA Players’ Dream Team from the NRL.

An incredible day of pride, passion, and culture in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton) for the 2026 All Stars. Another powerful week celebrating Māori, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players 🖤❤️🤍 🖤💛❤️ 💚💙🖤🤍

For some players, this isn’t just another game, it’s one of the most important weeks of the year 🖤❤️🤍 🖤💛❤️ 💚💙🖤🤍

677 days between games. Along the way, uncertainty about what the future had in store. Thomas Flegler’s return is what resilience and hard work looks like 💪 A great forward who is also passionate about the game and its players, it was special to see Flegs back out there doing what he loves 🙌

Aroha ki te whenua, ki te tangata 🔴⚪️⚫️ We join our whānau in Aotearoa and around the world in acknowledging Waitangi Day.

“I think there’s so much learning involved in trying to be a better player, but also a better person as well.”

“You (have) got that group in there, (who are) pretty adaptable and open to learning, and got heaps of questions… pretty awesome kind of stage to set and get them to grow from.”

Clint Newton, RLPA CEO, reacts to today’s NRL rule changes and how the consultation process on rule changes can be resolved in the future. Players have always been able to adapt and evolve based on rule changes, but the process and timeline of implementing them matters.

What a year it was for Erin 👌 Player Operations Managers Tinirau Arona and Mitch Rein were proud to present Erin Clark with his official recognition as the Lock of the Year in the 2025 RLPA Players’ Dream Team, as part of a recent Warriors club visit.

It was a privilege to hear from Kieran Read at Leaders In League. The former All Black captain, and one of rugby’s most respected leaders, shared powerful insights on high performance, preparation and what it truly takes to build strong team culture of excellence.

It was great to hear from Nathan Lyon, one of the greats of modern cricket, who shared some honest insights on leadership, life as a professional athlete and the responsibility that comes with being a role model👏 Thank you, as well, to ACA Delegate Hannah Darlington for hosting 🎤

Our Leaders in League player conference officially got underway this morning, setting the tone for a big year ahead 🙌

The Fossils aren’t extinct! 🦖 Avoiding relegation, the Fossils now go up against the Gold Coast Giants in the Shield Semi Final 👏

In the fight until the end, going down to FTA led by the RLPA’s won Tinirau Arona. All to play for in Game 3. Up the Fossils 🦖🦴

Bittersweet start to the Nines Premier League, going down 8-0. Well done Marlins, the boys knew they were in a contest. Time to reload for Game 2 🫡

Captain’s Run take ✌️ Fresh and ready to take on the Nines Premier League 💪

Congratulations to the Sydney Roosters, Parramatta Eels, Gold Coast Titans and Brisbane Broncos on topping the table across a number of categories.

Congratulations to the Penrith Panthers, Parramatta Eels, Melbourne Storm and Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs on topping the table across a number of categories.

Year two of the Players’ Pulse, our exclusive survey of over 800 NRL and NRW players 📊 The Sydney Roosters have topped the NRLW for player satisfaction in the 2025 RLPA Players’ Pulse, scoring as the best work place for players.

Year two of the Players’ Pulse, our exclusive survey of over 800 NRL and NRW players 📊 The Penrith Panthers have topped the NRL for player satisfaction in the 2025 RLPA Players’ Pulse, scoring as the best work place for players.

In our series Retired Rookies, we’re catching up with members of the Class of 2024 to explore what life has looked like in their first year beyond the field.

Over 2,000 NRL games at 16 NRL clubs, over 800 Super League games, 11 international players, four State of Origin players, three NRL Premiership winners, and a Dally M medal winner. The Fossils come with experience and ready to dominate the Nines Premier League in 2026 💪

Welcome aboard Laney 👏 We’re excited to announce former player leader and RLPA Board member, Shaun Lane, has joined the RLPA team as a Player Operations Manager!

A star on the rise ⭐️ Player Operations Managers Mitch Rein and Tinirau Arona were proud to present Isaiya Katoa with his official recognition as the Halfback of the Year in the 2025 Players’ Dream Team, as part of a recent Dolphins club visit.

In our series ‘Retired Rookies’, we’re catching up with members of the Class of 2024 to explore what life has looked like in their first year beyond the field.

Great to see Chad Townsend, a Director on the RLPA Board, representing rugby league players at the AFLPA Leadership Conference 👏

We stand in solidarity with the Australian Jewish community, and remind all our members that support is available through League Ahead.

Congratulations to RLPA Delegates Julia Robinson and Harry Grant, who cap off huge seasons by claiming the 2025 Golden Boot for their standout performances in the international game 👏

In our series ‘Retired Rookies’, we catch up with some of the retiring Class of 2025 to look into what they have been doing in their first year post career.

“After officially announcing his medical retirement, the RLPA congratulates Lachlan Croker on an outstanding rugby league career,” said Jamie Buhrer, GM of Player and Football Operations at the RLPA.

After announcing her retirement, the RLPA congratulates proud Moa and Murray Island woman, Tahlulah Tillett on a wonderful rugby league career. An inaugural Cowboys NRLW playmaker, Tahlulah has been a steady and influential presence on and off the field.

A huge day on the Gold Coast for the RLPA Golf Day ⛳️ For the second year running, past players hit Parkwood Golf Club for a sun-soaked afternoon of golf, laughs and connection, all thanks to the Past Player & Transition Program🏌️🍻

Our man Joe Galuvao’s connection with Nathan Merritt is what our Past Player and Transition Program is all about 🤝 Nathan recently reached out to the RLPA over Instagram asking to stay up to date with upcoming Past Player & Transition Program events.

In our series ‘Retired Rookies’, we catch up with some of the retiring Class of 2024 to look into what they have been doing in their first year post career.

“To see the position that the group’s in at the moment, it’s a really good place to be, and I’m really proud to have played a small role in that.” ❤️   Thank you, DCE 🫡

After four years as RLPA General President, Daly Cherry-Evans has stepped down, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership, unity and progress for NRL and NRLW players 👏❤️   Thank you, Daly, for your incredible service and commitment to the playing group. A true leader on and off the field 🤝

Congratulations to the 2025 Pacific Cup Champions, the New Zealand Kiwis 🏆 Massive respect to Toa Samoa — all heart, passion and pride from start to finish, in front of a sea of blue 💙🇼🇸

Congrats to the Jilaroos for going back-to-back as the 2025 Pacific Cup Champions 👏 Proud of every Kiwi Ferns player who represented their culture, family, and nation with heart during the Pacific Championships ✊🇳🇿

In our series ‘Retired Rookies’, we catch up with some of the retiring Class of 2024 to look into what they have been doing in their first year post career.

Sam Stephenson’s promising young career was cut short far too soon by a serious injury. Fortunately, players like Sam don’t face that change without help from the game.

Life lately with our Player Ops team 🤝 Our Player Ops team have been on the ground during the Pacific Championships catching up with players in Australia and PNG, building connections and providing support throughout their international campaigns.

Our support for players continues well after their contracts end 🤝 It’s been a busy couple of months for the Past Player & Transition Program, as the team welcomed four new staff members and led a range of engagement activities both in Australia and across the Tasman in New Zealand 👊

Welcome Dale 🙌 We’re excited to announce former player leader and RLPA Board member, Dale Finucane has joined the RLPA team as a Player Transition Manager for the Past Player & Transition Program! 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿: 𝘿𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙚 𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙍𝙇𝙋𝘼 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢 📲 bit.ly/4mK2sIp

Welcome aboard Howzo 🫡 We’re excited to welcome Chris Houston to the RLPA team, who has joined as a Player Transition Manager for the Past Player & Transition Program! 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿: 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙃𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙍𝙇𝙋𝘼 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢 📲 bit.ly/4mK2sIp

Kia ora Anthony 🤝 We’re excited to welcome Anthony Gelling to the RLPA team, who has joined as a Player Transition Manager for the Past Player & Transition Program! 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿: 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙈𝙘𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙍𝙇𝙋𝘼 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢 📲 bit.ly/4mK2sIp

“The RLPA congratulates all NRL and NRLW players who have retired from the professional game over the past year,” said Tom Symonds. “The RLPA’s Past Player and Transition Program looks forward to welcoming all retiring players to the family and supporting them into their next chapter.”

The inaugural RLPA Past Player Summit brought together 2025 retirees, their partners and a diverse group of former NRL and NRLW players. Focused on life after footy, the day was filled with honest conversations, valuable support and new and lasting connections. Read more here 📲 bit.ly/3J7euO2

A Grand Final masterclass 🔥 Reece Walsh turned it on, scoring one and setting up three in a statement performance that sealed the Clive Churchill Medal 🏅