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NRL's Perth double-header poorly timed with WA franchise talks on hold
The NRL is playing a double-header in Perth on Saturday, with a major supporter group saying a backlash is expected as talks ...
‘V’landys doesn’t understand WA’: Premier takes aim at NRL boss
With the bid to relocate the North Sydney Bears to Perth on life-support, the Western Australia Premier has taken a swipe at ...
WA premier hits back at NRL with Perth expansion plans on the brink of collapse
The NRL’s expansion plan to Perth is on the brink of collapse in a move that could represent a fatal blow for the return of the North Sydney Bears.
Rory Lobb: Western Bulldog again hears boos from Fremantle Dockers fans in return to WA with bold hairstyle
Two-and-a-half years on from his Fremantle exit, Rory Lobb can still attract boos from Dockers fans like no other - and on ...
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Sharks hang on for thrilling win as WA ponders expansion bid
The focus during the opening match of the double-header at Optus Stadium often shifted from the ... and that is any deal must deliver value for WA taxpayers,” Cook said.
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Roger Cook wants Albanese’s help with NRL stadium
Credit: Hamish Hastie “I do note the sizable contribution towards the new stadium in Hobart ... a question over the Western Bears to Cook. WA Sport Minister Rita Saffioti has been tasked ...
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NRL expansion talks ‘positive’ for WA as poor crowd shows up in Perth
Western Australia’s Premier has offered renewed hope of salvaging the Perth Bears concept, describing the last-ditch talks ...
WA premier Roger Cook flags positive talks on Perth team as he watches Sharks, Cowboys win
Roger Cook says discussions are "positive" and ongoing with the NRL about getting a team in Western Australia despite a disappointing crowd watching the Sharks and Cowboys win in Perth. Follow live.