The sight of a svelte-looking Latrell Mitchell when South Sydney returned to pre-season training this week should send a warning shot to the rest of the NRL - the Bunnies...

Roy Christian - descendant of a Mutiny of the Bounty ring-leader - is remembered as one of the Kiwis’ greatest captains and a longtime Presbyterian minister. Tony Smith

Manly have gone from Magic Round pioneers to left right out, with the NRL granting the Sea Eagles their wish of a bye during the Brisbane extravaganza.

Broncos star Ezra Mam has reportedly checked out of rehab, ending his stint in a Brisbane wellness facility after his alleged drug-driving car collision.

The Sharks and Eels will kick off Magic Round in 2025 as 16 clubs converge on Suncorp Stadium for Round 9 and the sixth edition of the NRL’s showpiece event.

Expect Shaun Johnson to go better in the banter department than with bat or ball. Mat Kermeen