I really like that they give their graphics contractor (think it’s still Jack Cronin) license to do fun stuff like this essentially for social media and experiment with different formats/styles, like above with the mid-2000s set of Nine NRL graphics.
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A FREE EASTER FEAST OF FOOTY WITH FOUR NRL GAMES THIS WEEK ON NINE
NRL ROUND 7: LIVE AND FREE ON CHANNEL 9 AND 9NOW
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTY: MANLY V DRAGONS
GOOD FRIDAY FOOTY: BULLDOGS V RABBITOHS
FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTY: STORM V DOLPHINS
EASTER SUNDAY: KNIGHTS V SHARKS
Get ready for a free Easter feast of footy when NRL on Nine unwraps four games, including a Good Friday double-header, live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Kicking off with Thursday Night Footy on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, the Manly Sea Eagles host the St George Illawarra Dragons from 7.30pm AEST. In pregame coverage we chat to Red V captain Clint Gutherson, on his return to the ground where it all began for the Manly junior - 4 Pines Park, Brookvale.
Manly skipper Daly Cherry-Evans drops in before he aims to get his team back inside the winners circle with the boisterous Brookvale faithful behind them. In the post match Sammy Thaiday visits the home of NRLW and Queensland State of Origin superstar Tamika Upton in a fresh edition of Their House.
The Bulldogs and Bunnies will hop straight into a double-header of games from 3.00pm AEST live from the Sydney Royal Easter Show on Good Friday Footy in front of 70,000 fans.
Making his return from injury, Bulldogs playmaker Matt Burton and coach Cameron Ciraldo chat to the panel, while the kids get a treat from The Wiggles, when the yellow wiggle, Tsehay, shares her proud connection to the club. And keep an eye out for Brad Fittler when he goes on the hunt for his elusive handshake from supercoach Wayne Bennett before the game.
Straight after, the Storm are looking ominous once again as they get ready to attack Friday Night Footy against the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane from 7.30pm.
Reigning Dally M Medal winner Jahrome Hughes appears as we dive into the numbers behind how he’s become Storm’s most important player. With State of Origin lurking we look at the players who are pressing their case for a start with the Blues and Maroons in 2025.
On Sunday the Knights are keen to make amends at home in Newcastle after three consecutive losses in Sunday Arvo Footy against the Sharks from 3.00pm.
The eighth Immortal and Knights premiership legend Andrew Johns offers his thoughts on how they can fix their attacking woes ahead of kick off. Sharks coach Craig Fitzgibbon and flying fullback Will Kennedy chat to NRL on Nine before they attempt to climb back into the top 8.
BROADCAST SCHEDULE: NRL ROUND 7 ON THE 9NETWORK
Thursday, April 17
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL – SEA EAGLES v DRAGONS
Sydney 7.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Brisbane 7.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 5.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Friday, April 18
GOOD FRIDAY FOOTY – BULLDOGS v RABBITOHS
Sydney 3.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Brisbane 3.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 3.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 2.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 1.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTY – DOLPHINS v STORM
Sydney 7.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Brisbane 7.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 5.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Sunday, April 20
WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS
Panel - Mark Taylor, Bronte Campbell, Georgie Parker and host Nick McArdle
Sydney / Brisbane - 10.00am on Channel 9
Melbourne / Adelaide / Perth - 12.00pm on Channel 9
THE SUNDAY FOOTY SHOW – Billy Slater, Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and host Emma Lawrence.
Sydney / Brisbane 11.00am on Channel 9
Melbourne 11.00am / Adelaide 10.30am / Perth 11.00am on 9Gem
SUNDAY ARVO FOOTY – KNIGHTS v SHARKS
Sydney 3.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Brisbane 3.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 3.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 2.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 1.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Monday, April 21
100% FOOTY – 8.40pm on Channel 9 and 9Now in NSW/Queensland.
Phil Gould, Paul Gallen, Cameron Smith to weigh in on the big issues. Host James Bracey will steer the ship, while 9News rugby league reporters Danny Weidler and Michael Chammas bring the latest breaking news each week.
NRL ON NINE DIGITAL THIS WEEK: STREAM FREE ON 9NOW
167 Podcast - Three of the Melbourne Storm’s biggest names will bring you exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes access on 9Now with weekly the 167 podcast diving into all things NRL and beyond.
Ryan Papenhuyzen, Cam Munster and Jahrome Hughes give you a front-row seat to the 2025 season, delivering plenty of laughs, interviews with sports stars, fan-submitted questions, and much more. Stream for free on 9Now
Six Tackles with Gus - This week Gus and Mat Thompson will delve into the Lachlan Galvin drama, answer all your listener questions and Gus finalises his team by adding centres for ‘Gus’ Auction House’.
Freddy and The Eighth - Wednesday night on Channel 9 in NSW/QLD, Stream on 9Now
Join Danika Mason, Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler for a unique look at the rugby league world and their take on the biggest moments from the past week with plenty of fun as well.
NRL ON NINE: ROUND 7
FROM THURSDAY, APRIL 17
LIVE AND FREE ON CHANNEL 9HD AND 9NOW
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Not sure if this is a typo or not (or straight from the press release), but yourtv has this game on the main channel in Melbourne (as is usually the case with Storm games now), not 9Gem
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BREAKTHROUGH: THE RISE OF WOMEN’S RUGBY LEAGUE
PREMIERES 8:30PM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30 ON CHANNEL 9
Nine’s Wide World of Sports will tell the story of a watershed moment in Women’s sport - the record-breaking 2024 State of Origin series in Breakthrough: The Rise of Women’s Rugby League on Wednesday, April 30 at 8.30pm AEST, on Channel 9 and 9Now.
In a moment that changed State of Origin forever, the documentary captures the journey of women’s rugby league from its beginnings through to the inaugural three game State of Origin series watched by over 2 million people, plus the lives behind the stars who made it a reality.
Interviews with the biggest figures in rugby league feature include Chairman of the Australian Rugby League Commission Peter V’landys AM, NRL CEO Andrew Abdo, Harvey Norman CEO and women’s sports advocate Katie Page, Champion NRLW, State of Origin and Australian Jillaroos players Millie Elliott and Ali Brigginshaw, and former Jillaroos representatives Ruan Sims and Allana Ferguson.
The documentary profiles the lives of current NRLW and State of Origin players Lauren Brown, Jaime Chapman, Julia Robinson, Corban Baxter and Kennedy Cherrington. While the eighth rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns and legendary NRL and State of Origin coach Phil Gould AM give their views on the development of the women’s game.
Viewers will get a look at exclusive behind the scenes vision of the Queensland and New South Wales Origin preparations for the 2025 series, with players and coaches mic’d up as at training.
Nine Wide World of Sports Head of Creative and Innovation, Alex Rolls, said: “The rise of women’s rugby league has been a phenomenon. This is a story that has to be told and we’re thankful to all the people that have played their part to bring this film to life.
“It’s the perfect curtain raiser to the 2025 Women’s State of Origin series and continues Wide World of Sports commitment to documentary story telling.”
Broadcast Schedule
Sydney 8.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Brisbane 8.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 8.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 8:40 pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 8:40 pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
BREAKTHROUGH: THE RISE OF WOMEN’S RUGBY LEAGUE
PREMIERES WEDNESDAY APRIL 30 AT 8.30PM
CHANNEL 9 AND 9NOW
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From Danny Weidler’s column in today’s SMH:
Albanese’s early May 3 victory
Anthony Albanese’s decision to call an election on the same weekend as Magic Round has already produced a positive result for the Rabbitohs tragic. Nine, the owners of this masthead, will be providing extensive election coverage that Saturday night, so it can’t show the game between Wests Tigers and the Dragons which kicks off at 7.35pm. Instead, and with the blessing of Peter V’landys, the channel will show the Bunnies clash with Newcastle live at 3pm.
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I forgot that Nine had Saturday night game coverage during Magic Round.
I guess it makes sense now to have the 3pm game instead on the main channel - due to Nine’s Federal Elections coverage.
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MELBOURNE STORM STARS TAKE OVER 9NOW WITH THE 167 PODCAST
Three of the Melbourne Storm’s biggest names Ryan Papenhuyzen, Cameron Munster, and reigning Dally M Medallist Jahrome Hughes, will bring you exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes access with the 167 podcast available for free on 9Now.
Diving into all things NRL and beyond, the superstar Storm trio will give a front-row seat to the 2025 season, delivering plenty of laughs, interviews with sports stars, fan-submitted questions, and much more.
Streaming free on 9Now alongside Nine’s commitment to all Storm games being made available free on Channel 9 in Melbourne, the weekly podcast gives fans an all-access pass into the lives of the players, going beyond the try-lines and training paddocks to share laughs, stories, special guests and behind-the-scenes moments from off the field.
Whether it’s the latest locker room banter, wild weekend tales, or insights into what really goes down in Storm HQ, nothing’s off limits. From Papenhuyzen’s love of American sports, to Munster’s mischief and Hughes’ cool-headed take on the season, The 167 Podcast is a must-listen for rugby league lovers and casual fans alike.
“We’re pumped to be bringing the pod to 9Now and giving fans something a bit different,” said Papenhuyzen. “It’s not just footy talk — it’s a chance for people to see who we are when we’re not in a jersey.”
Episodes will drop weekly on 9Now, with the first one launching this week. Don’t miss a minute — head to 9Now and stream The 167 Podcast for free.
167 podcast is produced by award winning independent podcast partner DM for 9Now.
167 PODCAST WITH RYAN PAPENHUYZEN, CAMERON MUNSTER AND JAHROME HUGHES - AVAILABLE WEEKLY ON 9NOW
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That’s incorrect since there are several Storm games which are exclusive to Fox League and Kayo.
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Wait what?
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The podcast is streaming there
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I meant “all Storm games on 9 Melbourne”
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TWO UP FOR FREE ON NINE WITH NRL ANZAC DAY DOUBLE
WATCH FOUR GAMES OF FOOTY FOR FREE THIS WEEK
Only the best will do this week when NRL on Nine’s ANZAC Day double leads four games of footy for free, from tonight at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Undefeated at top of the table, the Bulldogs are barking loudest as they travel to Brisbane to take on the Broncos to lead the first of four blockbuster games for free, tonight on Thursday Night Footy.
Broncos superstar Reece Walsh will join the NRL on Nine panel at halftime. While on the eve of their first ever Premiership game in 1935, we celebrate 90 years of the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs club with a feature on their history with legends Terry Lamb, Daryl Halligan, Graeme Hughes and Mark O’Meley.
Tradition runs deeper when the Roosters and Dragons meet in their classic ANZAC Day showdown at Allianz Stadium from 3.00pm. NRL on Nine will celebrate the occasion with the Light Horse Brigade, The Ode and a stirring rendition of The Last Post. Roosters coach Trent Robinson and Sam Walker join the panel live.
Making it an ANZAC Day double at 7.30pm, two giants of the NRL collide when the Storm and Rabbitohs lay their biggest stars out at night in Melbourne.
Supercoach Wayne Bennett has made his move with Latrell Mitchell returning to fullback and his usual No.1 jersey. While his opposite number, Ryan Papenhuyzen will be aiming to pile on the points in combination with Jahrome Hughes and Cameron Munster, as coach Craig Bellamy demands excellence after a shock last start loss to the Dolphins.
After hogging the headlines Lachlan Galvin will make his highly publicised NRL return on Sunday Arvo Footy, live from Leichhardt Oval, when the Wests Tigers take on the Sharks from 3.00pm AEST. Benji Marshall joins the panel before kick off and we feature the obstacles overcome by Sharks try scoring freak Ronaldo Mulitalo.
Gus Gould’s ANZAC Day preview
NRL on Nine expert commentator, Phil Gould said: “ANZAC Day is the most important day on Australia’s national calendar. A day for reflection, appreciation and thanks, to those who sacrificed so much to give us the country and freedoms we enjoy today. To have rugby league play a part in this important day of remembrance is always such an honour. It’s my favourite Rugby League day of the year.
“The Dragons have been very consistent all year. They are also showing real signs of improvement. They are a big, powerful football team. The Roosters have been anything but consistent, and have made some big changes as they search for winning form. These games are always fiercely contested. The two veteran fullbacks, Roosters champion James Tedesco and Dragons captain Clint Gutherson, could be the difference between winning and losing for both sides.
“In Storm v Rabbitohs the supercoaches Craig Bellamy and Wayne Bennett are back at it. Both teams will place a huge premium on victory in this clash after last start losses. Evidence of this fact is Bennett finally selecting Latrell Mitchell to play fullback - going ‘all-in’ on his enigmatic superstar. The Storm has been super hot and super cold, all in the same game, several times this season. Bellamy won’t tolerate such inconsistency much longer. I’m predicting a big bounce back with a supreme 80 minute performance from the Storm.”
BROADCAST SCHEDULE
Thursday, April 24
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTY – BRONCOS v BULLDOGS
Syd/Bris 7.30pm LIVE and FREE on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 5.30pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
THE ANZAC DAY DOUBLE – ROOSTERS v DRAGONS
Syd/Bris 3.00pm LIVE and FREE on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 3.00pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 2.30pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 1.00pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
THE ANZAC DAY DOUBLE - STORM v RABBITOHS
Syd/Bris 7.30pm LIVE and FREE on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm LIVE and FREE on Channel 9HD , stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 5.30pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Sunday, April 27
WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS – on Channel 9 and 9Now. Roz Kelly, Craig Foster, Ellie Cole and Matt Burke
THE SUNDAY FOOTY SHOW from 11.00am with Turn It Up Special Guest: Navy Clearance Diver Ashley Semmens talks surviving Afghanistan, IED blasts and conquering the English Channel.
SUNDAY ARVO FOOTY – WESTS TIGERS v SHARKS
Syd/Bris 3.00pm LIVE and FREE on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now
Melbourne 3.00pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Adelaide 2.30pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Perth 1.00pm LIVE and FREE on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Monday, April 28
100% FOOTY FROM BRISBANE’S HOWARD SMITH WHARVES - LIVE and FREE on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now at 8.45pm.
Special guest Johnathan Thurston, plus players from the Dolphins, Broncos, and the Women’s NSW and Queensland State of Origin teams.
ANZAC DAY FOOTY ON THE 9NETWORK
FROM THURSDAY, APRIL 24, AT 7.30PM
LIVE AND FREE ON 9NOW AND CHANNEL 9HD
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Oh right. Sorry wasn’t clear in reading.
I think they are just being economical with the wording - presume it means they are showing all Storm games they have rights to on the main channel now?
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