Australia has named its men's and women's sides for this Sunday's Rugby League World Cup finals against New Zealand, including a surprise Jillaroos call.

The team lists are in for the Rugby League World Cup finals as the Australian men and women look to fend off the might of New Zealand on Sunday.

The NRL’s free agency period is heating up, with a number of big names closing in on new deals now that November 1 players are officially able to speak to rival clubs.

In the midst of a howling gale, Jamayne Isaako didn't know where his kicks were going, but as he attempts to finish an all-time scoring season with a World Cup final victory, the ball just goes where it needs to be.  

Life feels normal again for Phoenix Crossland who made his long-awaited return to the footy field on Saturday night after serving a four-match ban for a hip-drop tackle on Nathan Cleary that led to “one of the darkest times” of his life.

Josh Addo-Carr has been cleared to return to the Eels by the NRL integrity unit and is set to be back at training with the club next week.

Former AFL player Scott Selwood has made the move to the NRL after agreeing to become the Melbourne Storm’s leadership coach.

The Kiwis will face the Kangaroos in the final on Sunday night. Andrew Voerman

The Chiefs’ big money deal for Jarome Luai has come under fire, with journalist Phil Rothfield delivering an almighty swipe at the star playmaker.

Jo Barrett’s incredible impact on women’s rugby league in Queensland has been recognised, with the QRL announcing on Tuesday that its Under 17 female competition will be named after the trailblazing Fox League commentator.