#116: Harry Newman Joins Perth Bears, Hastings to St Helens & Magic Weekend Shake-Up

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down the latest major stories shaping Rugby League across Super League, the NRL and the international game.

They dive into:

• Rugby League World Cup fixtures – can the tournament deliver on expectations and what challenges lie ahead?
• The RFL strongly denying claims it owes the IRL £400,000, and what the dispute means for the international game.
• Magic Weekend moving to Everton’s new stadium – is it the right venue and what could it mean for attendance and atmosphere?
• Harry Newman’s blockbuster move to the NRL’s new expansion franchise, the Perth Bears, and what the signing says about the club's ambitions.
• Jackson Hastings signing with St Helens, what role he’ll play, and how the move reshapes Saints’ spine.
• The Brisbane Broncos unveiling a new logo – why the club made the change and how fans are reacting.

Packed with insight, analysis and debate, this episode covers every major storyline fans need to know heading into another huge week of Rugby League.