6pm: The stage is set
Players, partners, staff and distinguished guests are all about to arrive at The Star Gold Coast Ballroom for the 2026 Club Awards, featuring the Paul Broughton Medal and NRLW Player of the Year.
Who will take home the prestigious honours for 2026?
Awards to be announced include:
- Clubperson of the Year
- Wellbeing & Education Award
- “The Preston” Award
- NRL & NRLW Pathways Player of the Year
- NRLQ Player of the Year
- NRL Try of the Year
- NRL & NRLW Effort Players of the Year
- NRL & NRLW Rookies of the Year
- NRL & NRLW Players’ Players
- NRLW Player of the Year
- Paul Broughton Medal
6.30pm: Arrivals
There's a flurry of activity at The Star as players and guests arrive for a big night celebrating the standout achievements of 2026.
After leading from the front all season, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is among the favourites for the Paul Broughton Medal, but the electric Keano Kini has mounted a compelling campaign of his own while Jayden Campbell also remains firmly in the mix.
In the NRLW race, Georgia Hale's consistency, Teagan Levi's breakout campaign and Sienna Lofipo's dynamic energy have set up a thrilling finish for Player of the Year.
All will be revealed later in the night.
6.45pm: Welcome
Traditional landowner Uncle John has opened the night with a spirited Welcome to Country.
Gold Coast Titans owner Rebecca Frizelle and chair Dennis Watt have also officially welcomed everyone to the 2026 Club Awards, which feature the Paul Broughton Medal and NRLW Player of the Year.
Fox League commentator Andrew Voss and Channel 9 reporter Bronte Gildea are on the mic tonight as MCs.
6.50pm: Glitz and glamour from the red carpet
The stars have arrived. Check out the colour, fashion and action from the red carpet.
6.58pm: Club stalwart honoured with staff award
Tim Newans has received one of the night's first honours, named the Titans' 2026 Clubperson of the Year.
Voted on by staff across the club and executive team, Tim received overwhelming support from his peers as the club's High Performance Systems and Strategy Manager, working tirelessly to deliver game-changing insights and analytics across NRL and NRLW programs.
PBM Leaderboard Update: Round 6
The early votes are in. Here's who came out firing in the first six rounds of the 2026 season.
- Keano Kini (11)
- Kurtis Morrin (7)
- Jayden Campbell (4)
- AJ Brimson (4)
- Sialetili Faemani (3)
- Arama Hau (3)
7.07pm: Sami recognised for off-field efforts
Phil Sami has been acknowledged for outstanding development away from the field, picking up this year's Wellbeing & Education Award after completing a Certification IV in Youth Work.
7.12pm: Veronica White finalist earns Preston
The room has applauded her contribution to the club's community initiatives including Leagueability, Indigenous and cultural programs, school visits and community events.
Named as a finalist for this year's Veronica White Medal, to be awarded tomorrow at the Dally M Awards, Chapman's recognition reflects the impact she continues to make both on and off the field.
PBM Leaderboard Update: Round 12
We're approaching the halfway mark of the count. Here's how the Paul Broughton Medal leaderboard stands after Round 12.
- Keano Kini (16)
- Kurtis Morrin (9)
- Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (8)
- Jayden Campbell (7)
- Moeaki Fotuaika (7)
- Phil Sami (5)
7.25pm: Pathways players of the year
Two rising stars have been celebrated for their standout seasons in the club's pathways system.
Tyler Pereira has claimed the NRL Pathways Player of the Year, recognised for his athleticism, work ethic and attacking flair which helped him rise through the junior representative ranks and earn his Under 19s State of Origin debut.
Crowned the NRLW Pathways Player was Lorren Ieli, who produced a remarkable season and grand final feature in the Harvey Norman Under 19s Queensland Rugby League.
7.27pm: Sharpley caps remarkable rise
Bodhi Sharpley has capped an impressive rise through the Titans' pathways system by being named the NRLQ Player of the Year.
The 20-year-old star has been acknowledged for embracing every opportunity since joining the Future Titans program in 2023, and turning an impressive pre-season train-and-trial into a memorable NRL debut in Round 24.
8.05pm: Kini takes Try of the Year
Keano Kini's show-stopping effort against the Broncos in Round 14 has been crowned the Titans' 2026 Try of the Year. The match-winning moment saw the dynamic fullback chip and chase for himself, beating Broncos' fullback Reece Walsh on the way to the tryline.
8.11pm: Effort players recognised
Introduced in 2025, the Effort Player awards recognise the Titans who consistently embody grit, determination and a willingness to put it all on the line for their teammates.
Oliver Pascoe has taken home the NRL honour after his debut for the Titans where he has since produced countless try-saving efforts throughout the season.
Evania Isa'ako has been named the NRLW Effort Player, recognised for her relentless work in attack and defence, having made an impressive return from pregnancy to take on a new role in the Titans' second row.
PBM Leaderboard Update: Round 19
A 15-point margin separates Kini from the incumbent as the Paul Broughton Medal count enters the business end.
- Keano Kini (27)
- Moeaki Fotuaika (12)
- Kurtis Morrin (10)
- Jayden Campbell (10)
- Phil Sami (10)
- Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (8)
8.11pm: Breakout stars named Rookies of the Year
Oliver Pascoe's breakout NRL campaign has earned him another honour, with the hooker crowned the Titans' 2026 NRL Rookie of the Year.
The audience has applauded Pascoe's meteoric rise from the Future Titans system, having turned his Round 4 NRL debut into a permanent place in the Titans' 22-man squad.
Fanua Rimoni has been named NRLW Rookie of the Year after making an immediate impact in her maiden season, with the powerful prop quickly establishing herself in the women's top squad after an impressive Round 2 debut.
8.40pm: Legion votes for its MVPs
The Titans Legion is the lifeblood of the Gold Coast's fan base and, this year, Keano Kini and Teagan Levi have been voted the Members' Most Valuable Players.
Representing the Legion, loyal Members Colleen Dacosta and Shane Stegman were thrilled to present the awards.
PBM Leaderboard Update: Round 23
We're almost there.
Tino rises up the ranks with only the final rounds left to count. Can Kini hold on to top spot?
1. Keano Kini (27)
2. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (18)
3. Jayden Campbell (13)
4. Moeaki Fotuaika (13)
5. Phil Sami (12)
6. Kurtis Morrin (10)
8.50pm: Departing players acknowledged
The room has thanked six players who will depart the Titans at the end of the 2026 season with Phil Sami, Sam Verrills, Jaimin Jolliffe, Allan Fitzgibbon, Destiny Mino-Sinapati and Aleksandra Tunufai to finish their journey on the Gold Coast.
8.55pm: Teammates crown Players' Players
Recognition from your teammates carries extra weight, making the Players' Player awards some of the most meaningful honours of the night.
In his final season on the Gold Coast, Phil Sami has earned the ultimate praise from his NRL teammates, being voted their 2026 Players' Player.
Titans skipper Georgia Hale has taken out the NRLW Players' Player, rewarded for her tenacity, leadership and dedication to the game as she notched up the half-century to become Gold Coast's most capped women's player.
Lauren Brown and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui were proud to present their teammates with the recognition.
9.05pm: NRLW Player of the Year
Sienna Lofipo and Teagan Levi have both capped a remarkable season by claiming the Titans' 2026 NRLW Player of the Year for the first time.
Lofipo starred for the Titans NRLW side in 2026, making the lock position her own.
Bringing unmatched ball-playing ability and finesse combined with a tireless work-ethic to the back row.
While Teagan Levi has been a force to be reckoned with since her maiden NRLW appearance in Round 1. The 23-year-old rugby sevens convert took to the NRLW like a duck to water and has been rewarded for her sheer strength, skill and playmaking ability from the halves.
9.15pm: Tino claims third Paul Broughton Medal
Titans co-captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has etched his name further into club history, claiming his third Paul Broughton Medal.
Storming home in the count with a stellar finish to the year, the inspirational leader has capped one of his finest seasons in Titans colours with a record third medal as his side's top player.
Fa'asuamaleaui (31 points) finished ahead of Keano Kini (27 points), Kurtis Morrin (15 points) and Jayden Campbell (15 points) on the final Paul Broughton Medal leaderboard.
