Already, the 2026 premiership looks like it's Penrith's to lose, and there are three big reasons behind the Panthers' record-breaking start to the season.

Adam Pompey had an unsuccessful visit to the judiciary on Tuesday evening. Alyssa Bone

Jesse Arthars has been named at fullback for the Brisbane Broncos ahead of Friday's blockbuster clash against the North Queensland Cowboys.

The NRL has warned Parramatta captain Mitch Moses to tone down his aggression when speaking to referees following the fiery golden-point loss to Wests Tigers on Easter Monday.

Adam Pompey could be another absentee for their daunting visit to Melbourne after his charge from Sunday’s loss to the Sharks. Stuff sports reporters

Hudson Young still avoided a ban after pulling Dominic Young's hair in Canberra's defeat to Newcastle on Easter Sunday. Simon Brunsdon and Alyssa Bone

Brisbane coach Michael Maguire is facing a brand new selection challenge against North Queensland with Ben Hunt, Adam Reynolds and Reece Walsh set to be absent at the same time.

Parramatta looks to bounce back after last week's mauling by the Panthers by taking on the in-form Wests Tigers on Easter Monday. Follow live.

Warriors playmaker Luke Metcalf suffered a hamstring strain on Easter Sunday in another gutting blow. Zachary Gates

Shark Park had been a happy hunting ground for the Kiwi club the last three years, but not this time, as Andrew Webster’s side fell to a second straight defeat. Aaron Goile