After an impressive return to the NRL in 2024, Bronson Xerri has signed a new contract with the Bulldogs until the end of the 2027 season. The dynamic left-fielder has scored 10 touches in 19 matches and averaged 145 meters per game as the Bulldogs progress to the 2024 finals. At Parramatta, winger Kelma Tuilagi has signed a one-year contract extension until the end of the 2026 season. Tuilagi played 16 games for the Eels in 2024 after joining the club from Manly. The 34-year-old will return to Brisbane on a two-year deal, a move that will give new coach Michael Maguire a significant boost.

The Bulldogs have also strengthened for next season after announcing the signing of versatile full-back Enari Tuala to a two-year contract. The 26-year-old joins the club after five seasons playing for the Newcastle Knights after starting his career at the North Queensland Cowboys. At the Sharks, outstanding English left winger Nikora has extended his contract until the end of 2027. Already contracted until 2025, Nikora has added a further two years to his contract. The Sea Eagles have announced the signing of former Rooster and Warrior Siua Taukei’aho to a one-year contract for 2025. Taukei’aho has played 169 NRL games, most recently in 2022 with the Roosters, as well as 16 international games.