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Rugby League World Cup opening round delivers some big blowouts

October 19, 2026 · 54 min

While Sam might be hurting physically, Tinirau is hurting emotionally after Cook Islands defeat against a tough Fiji Bati side. In spite of his homeland heartbreak, Tinirau can excitedly admit that the opening round to the Rugby League…
Nesian Footy

October 16, 2026 · 54 min

Bringing you the Pacific Islander stories on and off the Rugby League and Rugby Union field.
Feleti Mateo isn't missing this Rugby League World Cup for anything

October 12, 2026 · 54 min

There was only so much time Sam had with his rugby union news before rugby league started up again, this time it's Rugby League World Cup and the fans have already gotten the party stared with Samoan and Tongan fans driving around Western…
Daniel Tupou leaves behind an incredible legacy

October 9, 2026 · 54 min

If you thought the NRL season was over, think again — there’s still plenty happening in the world of footy! Tinirau Arona gives his flowers to Daniel Tupou, who, after reaching his 300th game earlier this year, is now ready to hang up the…
The Roosters take all the Premiership glory

October 5, 2026 · 54 min

The final weeks of footy have had it all, highs, lows, shocks, surprises, heartbreak, and even a new-found love for the game. And that’s exactly why we keep coming back to it every single year. Tinirau takes Sam through a hectic night of…

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Nesian Footy

October 2, 2026 · 54 min

Bringing you the Pacific Islander stories on and off the Rugby League and Rugby Union field.
"If not me, who else?" Tiana Penitani-Gray on Pasifika representation in media

September 28, 2026 · 54 min

Tiana Penitani-Gray is one of the trailblazers and most recognisable faces of the NRLW. But her impact extends well beyond the footy field, with Tiana carving out a name for herself in the media. Never expecting a career in media, her…
NRL & NRLW: two Prelims, four teams, two Grand Final spots

September 25, 2026 · 54 min

We’re heading into the second-last week of the 2026 NRL season, and the waters are looking murky with no clear winner in sight. Tinirau Arona unpacks a massive weekend of finals footy, looking at the vulnerabilities on display and which…
Frank-Paul Nu'uausala reflects on how footy and brotherhood saved him

September 21, 2026 · 54 min

Born and raised in South Auckland, Frank-Paul Nu'uausala came into life with a tough mentality. Mostly keeping to himself, trusting only a select few, and determined to improve his situation. When he arrived in Australia as a young adult…
NRL, NRLW & Pacific Nations Cup: Finals, Finals, Finals

September 18, 2026 · 54 min

NRL Finals Week 2 is here, and the anticipation isn’t wearing off for Tinirau or Sam. With two more teams set to either say goodbye to their season or book their spot in the Preliminary Finals, the stakes are getting higher and waiting on…
Vea Mafile’o helped bring Jonah Lomu’s story to life

September 14, 2026 · 54 min

The release of the Jonah Lomu documentary has given long-time rugby fans a chance to remember one of the greats of rugby union, while introducing a new generation of fans and aspiring athletes to the legacy he left behind. But behind the…
Nesian Footy

September 11, 2026 · 54 min

Bringing you the Pacific Islander stories on and off the Rugby League and Rugby Union field.