The Storm welcome back one of their superstars for their blockbuster in Perth while Souths have received a huge boost as they aim to save their season.

The NRL season is obviously far from over, with teams entering the home stretch as they look to lock down a spot in the top eight.

Broncos legend Gorden Tallis has accused his former club of making a $1 million mistake, going as far as to claim it may have cost them superstar front rower Payne Haas.

Former Australian Test captain Gorden Tallis has defended Gold Coast Titans coach Josh Hannay after he was criticised for not improving the side in his first season in charge.

The Perth Bears has continued to build out their roster, with the club announcing the signing of versatile Sharks playmaker Niwhai Puru on a two-year deal.

He may not have the same profile as some of NSW’s most recent coaches, from Laurie Daley, Michael Maguire and Brad Fittler to Craig Bellamy and Ricky Stuart.

NSW Rugby League has confirmed Matt King will take over from the outgoing Laurie Daley as head coach of the Blues from next year.

Matt King is set to be given a two-year deal as NSW Origin coach. Christian Nicolussi

Adam Doueihi and the Tigers may have publicly kissed and made up last week following another dramatic saga but a belief remains that there’s still plenty of tension at the club.

North Queensland co-captain Tom Dearden has cleared the air about his future and given the club a boost as he targets returning from injury to inspire a finals run.