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Johnson to bring up Warriors ton
Shaun Johnson returns to where it all started when he makes his 100th NRL appearance for the Warriors on Sunday.

Warriors young guns take step up
In a sign of their growing confidence and maturity under coach Andrew McFadden, the Warriors saw off premiership heavyweights Melbourne Storm 28-14 at Mt Smart Stadium on Sunday.

Player's death shocks mates
A respected Southland rugby league player who collapsed and died in the changing room after a club grand final on Sunday came off the field feeling unwell.

McKinnon has right to vent
Alex McKinnon's frank views of the way Cameron Smith dealt with the tragic tackle situation did not go down well, writes Dana Johannsen.

Behind the scenes of the Warriors
Herald rugby writer Wynne Gray gets a flavour of the other oval ball code on a visit to Mt Smart.

NRL: Cherry-Evans public enemy No.1
This time Gold Coast NRL fans no doubt wished Daly Cherry-Evans hadn't arrived at the Titans.

League's greatest try assists
Nathan Friend's back flip pass is one the greatest pieces of skill you are ever likely to see. Check out seven of league's best try assists.

Friend to return to Gold Coast?
Man of the moment Nathan Friend will not be staying at the Warriors despite his back-flipping heroics in yesterday's 28-14 win over the Melbourne Storm.

In a frenzy over the Friend flip
"It may be one of the greatest pieces of gymnastics rugby league you'll ever see."

Man dies after rugby league game
Edward Shane Hei Hei of Invercargill was found unconscious after taking part in a local game of rugby league.

The Friend flip: Greatest try assist of all time?
This try assist has to be seen to be believed.

Vital win for Warriors
The Warriors maintained their confident climb toward the NRL finals by holding their nerve to repel a determined Melbourne Storm at Mt Smart Stadium today.

NRL Nines prices set to plummet
The 2016 Auckland Nines event could again become the hottest ticket in town after organisers dropped entry prices.

Slater sets sights on Auckland Nines
One of the NRL's greatest players could make a surprise appearance at the 2016 NRL Nines.

Indestructible pair lead by example
On many levels, Simon Mannering will face his rugby league twin today. It's not a matter of DNA - more MVP.

What's the key to Warriors' glory?
Improving the defence has been the main focus for Andrew McFadden's side since returning to training after last week's bye.

Cleary praises 'terrific' Tuivasa-Sheck
Penrith coach describes the Sydney Roosters as having "the best roster, man-for-man" in the NRL competition.

How McKinnon comments backfired
Australian Rugby League Commission chairman John Grant believes Alex McKinnon has lost some of the support of the league community.

NRL: McFadden juggling after injuries
The Warriors will need to overcome the loss of injured duo Ryan Hoffman and Konrad Hurrell if they are to continue their winning ways on Sunday.

Richie Barnett: Halfback earning right to perform his magic
The run-in for the NRL season is coming at just the right time for Shaun Johnson, writes Richie Barnett.