In a sign of what's to come, NRL supremo Peter V'landys has provided a tongue-in-cheek response to new Wallabies coach Eddie Jones's poaching intentions.
A furious NRL is weighing up their options to move the grand final elsewhere after being told that upgrades to NSW suburban stadiums were no longer a priority.
Peter V'landys would be open to adding an inclusion round to the NRL's calendar in future seasons as the fallout over Manly's rainbow jersey continues.
The NRL has confirmed Redcliffe will join the competition from the 2023 season after the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) approved the 17th licence.