“Ever since Bronson stepped foot into our club’s doors, he has shown great maturity and commitment to the Bulldog jersey,” said general manager of football Phil Gould.

“At 24 he still has plenty of rugby league ahead of him, and we believe he has a bright future ahead of him in our colours.”

At Parramatta, back-rower Kelma Tuilagi has signed a one-year contract extension through to the end of the 2026 season.

Tuilagi played 16 games for the Eels in 2024 after joining the club from Manly.

Meanwhile the Brisbane Broncos have won the race to sign Kangaroos playmaker Ben Hunt.

The 34-year-old will return to Brisbane on a two-year deal in a major boost for new coach Michael Maguire.

Hunt started his career at the Broncos, playing 187 games in nine seasons for the club before he joined the Dragons in 2018.

The veteran was granted an immediate release from his St George Illawarra contract in October and was courted by multiple clubs before ultimately settling on a return home.

“We’re thrilled to be bringing Ben and his family home, where he belongs,” Brisbane Broncos CEO Dave Donaghy said.

“Players of his calibre don’t stay available for long, and it was important to us for Ben to know he was very much wanted here, but we also understand that this was a big decision for Ben and his family.”

Hunt joins a star-studded Broncos roster and will likely split his time between hooker and the halves.

Five-eighth Ezra Mam may be unavailable for the opening weeks of the 2025 season, which would result in Hunt combining with fellow veteran Adam Reynolds in the halves.

For Hunt – who was involved with the Broncos since the age of 13 – the chance to come home to Queensland was a factor in his decision.

“This is very special. It was a tough decision for myself and my family, but my heart was really always driving me back to the Broncos, and in the end, it became really clear,” Hunt said.

“To be able to finish my career at the Broncos is something that I never thought I’d have the opportunity to do and I’ll cherish it.

“I’ve had a fair few calls from people back home (Central Queensland), but needed to make the best decision for myself, my wife and my family.”

At the Dragons, World Cup halfback Lachlan Ilias has joined the club on a two-year contract after being released by South Sydney.

The Dragons announced the signing of Ilias after the Rabbitohs agreed to a request from the 24-year-old and his management for an early release.

The Greek international will take over the halfback duties for the Red V following the departure of captain and star playmaker Ben Hunt, who is yet to find a new NRL club.

Ilias broke his leg in April while attempting a kick and missed the rest of the NRL season.

“It’s fantastic to have Lachlan join us at the Dragons,” St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan said.

“He is coming into the best years of his career. His skill set complements our current squad and he joins the exciting group of players we have recruited ahead of the 2025 season.

“He is progressing well through his rehab, and he will be ready to go for the trials. Lachlan joins a squad that is working hard and are committed to an improved 2025. We can’t wait for him to rip in with us.”

Ilias played 53 NRL games for South Sydney and has also played three Test matches for Greece at the 2021 Rugby League World Cup in England.

Wests Tigers forward Fonua Pole has put pen to paper on a two-year extension through to the end of the 2027 season.

The 22-year-old has played 56 games for Wests Tigers, making his NRL debut against the Warriors in Round 16, 2022.  In his three seasons in first grade, he has missed just two games.

“Now is such an exciting time for us as a club. I just want to keep working hard and continue to improve as a player,” he said.

Former Bulldog Josh Addo-Carr has signed a two-year deal with the Parramatta Eels.

New head coach Jason Ryles – who worked with ‘The Foxx’ at the Melbourne Storm – is looking forward to adding Addo-Carr’s experience to the squad.

“I’ve had the privilege of working with Josh before, and I know first-hand just how much he brings to a team — his speed is electric, and his ability to break open games is second to none,” Ryles said.

The agreement includes an option in the club’s favour for the 2026 season.

The Eels have also re-signed duo Moses Leo and Sean Russell.

Dummy half Hands has extended his contract with the club until the end of the 2026 season, while winger Russell has also extended his contract until the end of the 2026 season.

Powerhouse Samoa prop Terrell May has signed a three-year deal with Wests Tigers after he was released by the Roosters.

The Roosters confirmed in a statement that May had been granted a release to pursue an opportunity at another club and it was Benji Marshall’s Tigers who secured his signature.

After making his debut in 2022, the 25-year-old had chalked up 57 games for the Roosters, including playing every game in the 2024 season as Trent Robinson’s men progressed to the preliminary final.

“Terrell is a good person first and foremost, and it’s great that he will be joining us,” said Marshall.

“He’s coming off an impressive season, and at 25, his best years are ahead of him.”

The Storm, meanwhile, have announced that Moses Leo will arrive at AAMI Park a year early after New Zealand Rugby granted him an early release from his Sevens contract.

Melbourne initially signed Leo to a two-year deal starting in 2026, however the All Blacks Sevens’ representative will now join his new teammates at training in late November.

“We are looking forward to seeing Moses join his teammates for pre-season this year and appreciate the cooperation from New Zealand Rugby in supporting Moses with his request for an early release,” Storm director of football Frank Ponissi said.

Leo debuted with the All Blacks Sevens in 2022 and represented New Zealand at the Olympic and Commonwealth Games.