A brace of tries, a winning run, an engagement and a new house all add up to why Jackson Ford is enjoying life with the Warriors in New Zealand. Tony Smith

Souths assistant Ben Hornby had to substitute in for Wayne Bennett in his press conference due to a tooth issue after the Rabbitohs’ 24-16 loss to the Storm on ANZAC Day.

Souths star Latrell Mitchell is expected to face scrutiny from the NRL match review committee after being sent to the sin bin for an ugly tackle on Sua Faalogo.

The AFL’s pre-match Anzac Day ceremony was observed without a hitch prior to Collingwood’s 41-point win over Essendon, including the Welcome to Country.

Warriors dominate in a deserved second consecutive win in the last NRL encounter at Christchurch’s storied rugby league ground. Tony Smith

Dragons coach Shane Flanagan was frustrated with his side’s effort and execution as their resurgent season hit a roadblock in their 46-18 ANZAC Day thrashing by the Roosters.