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Perth Bears Sign Josh Curran on Three-Year Deal for 2027 Debut

The veteran bolsters a new pack with Perth still pursuing marquee reinforcements.

Overview

  • Curran will complete the 2026 season with the Canterbury Bulldogs before relocating to Perth for the Bears’ inaugural NRL campaign.
  • He becomes the Bears’ eighth signing and their most experienced to date, having played more than 100 top-grade matches and represented the Indigenous All-Stars.
  • Perth values his ability to cover prop and back row as it assembles a balanced first-year roster.
  • Coach Mal Meninga praised Curran’s skill, defensive tenacity and community leadership as traits the club wants to embed from launch.
  • The Bears continue active recruitment, including an ongoing push for Tino Fa’asuamaleaui after missing out on Keaon Koloamatangi to St George Illawarra.