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Nesian Footy
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Bringing you the Pacific Islander stories on and off the Rugby League and Rugby Union field.
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Josh Aloiai is exactly where he wants to be
6d ago00:54:23Tap to summarizeDespite being medically retired at just 30, former Toa Samoa Test representative Josh Aloiai isn't slowing down. The ex-NRL forward leads by example, chasing fulfilling post-career passions and engaging community with meaningful endeavours that will continue to inspire. Aloiai has never been shy to stick up for his beliefs.Also on today's show, we review Round 17 in the NRL, set the scene ahead of Test season in the rugby and preview the opening round of the NRLW season with Shellie Long.
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Will Warriors end Phins' huge win streak?
1w ago00:54:25Tap to summarizeThe Dolphins host the Warriors in one of the most hyped regular season matches of 2026 so far. The Phins last tasted defeat in their Round 8 clash with the Wahs, in what looms as an epic rematch to headline Round 17 in the NRL.We unpack the big League talking points with our regular guest Sala Togatuki, plus check in with our rugby correspondent Nemani Nadolo Kuridrani, as some big appointments are being made in Fiji.
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The Tour inspiring Tonga's next gen NRL stars
2w ago00:54:23Tap to summarizeTonga's most promising under-16s rugby league talent is currently touring down under, gaining valuable exposure to travel, elite pathways and what it takes to make it as a professional player. But those are just some of the benefits on offer for these impressionable young boys and girls, as we find out by touching base with NRL Tonga GM Tavake Tangupo and u16's Girls captain Atelaite Vakautakakala.Also on Nesian Footy, we review Round 16 in the NRL which featured some nail-biting contests, the Hurricanes' truly dominant Finals run after they claimed the Super Rugby Pacific title, and the latest in both codes of Women's footy with Shellie Long.
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Canes and Chiefs chase history in Super Rugby decider
2w ago00:54:21Tap to summarizeTwo star-studded Kiwi sides will contest the Super Rugby Pacific Final in Wellington this Saturday, with plenty of history and legacy on the line for both franchises. The Hurricanes earned hosting rights after their incredible campaign, while the Chiefs will be hoping it's fourth time lucky, having lost the competition's last three deciders.It's been a huge week for Queensland, who not only squared the Origin series on Wednesday night in dominant fashion, but backed that up by claiming bout the Women's and Men's u19's showdowns between the rival states on Thursday night.Sala Togatuki also joins the show to unpack the Roosters fierce clash with the Sharks as Round 16 in the NRL gets underway.
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James Segeyaro is focusing on love and gratitude
3w ago00:54:22Tap to summarizeJames Segeyaro played 155 NRL games, between 2011 and 2022, along with six Tests for the Kumuls. At stages during his career, the dummy half was an unstoppable force around the ruck. But, as the now-35-year-old reveals, the PNG star's journey to adulthood and the professional ranks was anything but normal, which forced him to confront heavy internal conflict and bitter resentment. That remains a work in progress.
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Making sense of Blues' stunning Origin snub
3w ago00:54:24Tap to summarizeNew South Wales have left out Rugby League's hottest edge forward in one of the most Origin shocking selection calls of recent memory. The omission of Haumole Olakau'atu It shapes as a major story as the Blues continue preparation for their chance to seal the series in Melbourne for game two. The Nesian footy guys have their say on all the Origin selection talking points.Also, former NRL and Fiji Bati forward Kane Evans has been heralded for his courage and honesty, coming out as gay and revealing his recent personal struggle.Souths take a big scalp to kick off Round 15 in the NRL, while it's Semi Finals time in the Super Rugby, which sees two all-Kiwi affairs unfolding in New Zealand.And we talk all things Fiji rugby with Nemani Nadolo Kuridrani in what's an intriguing time on the schedule, as Fijian Drua reviews continue and international action nears.
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Hype builds for the NRL's rivalry round
Jun 500:54:21Tap to summarizeThere are some huge derbies and mouth-watering contests in the NRL this weekend, headlined by a grudge match involving the Tigers and Panthers, where a number of ex-Penrith premiership stars will take on their old side. Guest Sala Togatuki will help preview the huge Sunday afternoon contest.
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Moana Pasifika's fitting Super Rugby send-off
Jun 100:54:22Tap to summarizeWith the short-term future of Moana Pasifika firmly up in the air, the side produced an heroic final act against the Playoffs-bound Brumbies in Canberra. The ABC Canberra team caught up with Moana's key figures before and after the match, soaking up all kinds emotions. We hear from coach Tana Umaga, captain Miracle Fai'ilagi and play-maker Patrick Pellegrini off the back of his two-try performance.
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Blues claim Origin wins on back-to-back nights
May 2900:54:24Tap to summarizeIt's been a big week for NSW Rugby League fans, enjoying the biggest comeback in Origin history on Wednesday night in the Men's opener, before watching the Women's side make it a clean sweep over Queensland 24 hours later.We chat all things League on Nesian footy, from Origin to Round 13 this weekend, assisted by our regular guest Sala Togatuki, who helped break down the Blues' 12-4 win over the Maroon in Women's Origin III.
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The special Genia touch lifting PNG's rugby scene
May 2500:54:25Tap to summarizeFormer Wallaby Will Genia's sister, Lorraine, represents an on-going push to secure the future of rugby union in the League-mad Papua New Guinea. The former media talent in PNG is also an advocate for Women's sport and unpacks some of the on-going challenges in Papua New Guinean rugby and what great work is going on behind the scenes.Also, it's Origin week, with the hotly anticipated Men's opener on Wednesday and the Women's finale the next night. We preview both games, assisted by Women's expert Shellie Long.Plus, we wrap up all the weekend's action across the NRL and Super Rugby Pacific, in what was the Moana Pasifika's last home game.Chapters:06:00 - NRL chat and Origin opener Preview15:00 - Super Rugby Pacific R15 Review 26:00 - Shellie Long talks Women's Origin35:30 - Lorraine Genia on PNG rugby
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