Former Sydney Roosters prop Fletcher Baker has joined a Brisbane side that has lost two key forwards as the carrot of playing in Las Vegas looms.

The Sydney Roosters have announced a pair of key NRLW re-signings as they look to recover from a surprise semi-final exit this year.

Blake Lawrie rates Addin Fonua-Blake as arguably the best prop in the NRL who would be a welcome signing for the St George Illawarra pack.

Michael Maguire has stepped down from his role coaching the New Zealand national rugby league team, clearing the way for him to take the vacant NSW job.

St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan says signing Tom Dearden will not green-light Ben Hunt's exit from the NRL club but rather convince the half to stay.

Bulldogs co-captain Matt Burton is insisting on playing five-eighth in 2024 despite suggestions of a shift to centre as Canterbury juggle their halves options.