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Lui's cousin sent out bet tweet: Cowboys

Brad Walter and Glenn Jackson Robert Lui’s cousin has been revealed as the man responsible for tweeting about betting on the North Queensland match from the halfback’s Twitter account on Saturday night.

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New interpretation of obstruction rule could lead to more players 'diving'

Glenn Jackson Penrith coach Ivan Cleary, a member of the NRL's competition committee, said he was not consulted about the shift towards black-and-white policing of obstruction, as he voiced his fear the new...

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Refs blow time up for obstruction rule

Glenn Jackson Referees bosses have bowed to the wave of criticism over the obstruction rules and are set to abandon black-and-white interpretations.

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NRL brings in change to charge definition

Glenn Jackson, Lee Gaskin Fresh from their decision to alter obstruction interpretations, the NRL is now set to make changes to the policing of shoulder charges in time for round five.

Referees' boss stands ground over policing of obstruction

Glenn Jackson Referees' boss Daniel Anderson has no intention of backing down from the ''black and white'' policing of obstruction in the face of increasing hostility, but says the NRL competition committee will...

Coaches walk same path to opposite sides

Glenn Jackson THEY lived a few blocks from each other, attended the same school, advanced to head coaching at the same club based in Perpignan, France, and will lead NRL clubs for the first time in round one.

Big names charged to rule on shoulders

Glenn Jackson RUGBY LEAGUE'S shift into a bad or bold new era - depending on whether you are a fan of the shoulder charge or not - was accelerated on Wednesday as some of the astute minds in the game met to...

Video easy: better calls to come as refs get more clout

Glenn Jackson REFEREES boss Daniel Anderson believes the dilution of the video officials' powers will not only lead to better decision-making over tries but also better referees.

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New refs' boss tries to clear up confusion

Glenn Jackson THE benefit-of-the-doubt rule, grounding and obstruction are the priorities of the new referees boss Daniel Anderson, judging by a survey put together by him and bound for NRL coaches.

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Players ignored the chance to have a say on rule change

Glenn Jackson THEY rose almost as one to vent their anger about the outlawing of the shoulder charge, while some expressed their frustration that they were not asked first.

SBW to put up a fight after signing

Glenn Jackson AFTER all the debate and intrigue - and most recently the injury - Sonny Bill Williams is set to be formally unveiled as Sydney Roosters' marquee signing on Tuesday.

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Elliott the man for Warriors

Glenn Jackson THE long-running coaching saga at the Warriors is all but over, with the club set to appoint former Penrith and Canberra coach Matthew Elliott to the role.

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I'm a lover not a biter; defiant Graham maintains innocence

Glenn Jackson MAINTAINING his innocence throughout the judiciary hearing last night and even after, James Graham says he's not a biter, but history will record otherwise after the Bulldogs prop was handed a...

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New drive for option of 18th man gains pace

Glenn Jackson THE push for a compulsory 18th man, who can replace players injured due to foul play, is gathering momentum after Bulldogs prop Sam Kasiano's high shot on Parramatta counterpart Fuifui Moimoi.

Bulldogs take keen interest in panel's treatment of weekend hitmen

Glenn Jackson CANTERBURY say they will be monitoring the match review committee's handling of several contentious high tackles from Saturday night's clash with St George Illawarra ''with interest''.

Hoff and running: coaches back Ryan's bid to get back in blue

Glenn Jackson FORMER Test and NRL coach Daniel Anderson has joined a late push for Melbourne second-rower Ryan Hoffman to be selected for NSW.