Kangaroos halfback Cooper Cronk has dropped a World Cup-winning bombshell.

Jason Taumalolo has been gifted an estate in Tonga, in the wake of his World Cup heroics.

Pacific league is at an all-time high — but is the sport savvy enough to capitalise on it?

But have virtually no control over the sport, says author of new book Island Time.

Wayne Bennett's unique standing in league was cemented last night.

Australia secure a grinding 6-0 Rugby League World Cup win over England tonight.

Retiring skipper Laura Mariu had her birthday spoiled with Women's World Cup final loss.

Follow live updates as Australia host England in the Rugby League World Cup final.

The reigning champion Australian Jillaroos broke the Kiwi Ferns' hearts in the final.

The NRL is planning to launch a national women's rugby league competition.

England's Cup hopes of upsetting the Kangaroos in tonight's clash have been dealt a blow.

The Kiwi Ferns side for tomorrow's World Cup final against Australia has been named.

'When people talk like this, it pushes people back into the shadows.'

Beating the Jillaroos will be tough but the Kiwi Ferns are used to overcoming adversity.

The mental health of the ref who officiated Tonga's loss has been called into question.

Legal bid to halt Rugby League World Cup final dropped.

Kiwi Ferns coach Tony Benson says his side need to find another level against Australia

England players have urged Wayne Bennett to stay on as coach.

Watch: New Zealand-raised Devontai Seumanutafa seems destined for NRL stardom.

The Kiwis and Tonga are gone but there are still reasons to enjoy the World Cup final.

Australian captain Cameron Smith has been crowned the Golden Boot winner

Jason Taumalolo and his Tonga marvels should play the World Champions next year.

Kiwi Ferns back-rower Teuila Fotu-Moala was declared the player of the Women's World Cup.

Matt Cecchin has been overlooked as referee for the Rugby League World Cup final

Coach David Kidwell not the only one who'll have to answer for dismal Kiwis campaign.

Rugby league Tongan player Konrad Hurrell urges fans to move on.

A protester is lucky to walk away from a sickening spill on Auckland's Queen St.

Taumalolo's shock decisions will reverberate around rugby league for generations.

A small protest by Tongan rugby league fans is under way in central Auckland.

Members of the Tongan team threw rugby boots and shirts to the adoring crowds below.