Warriors Second Rower Marata Niukore Set for Newcastle Move

Warriors second rower Marata Niukore will return to Australia at the end of the 2026 season, signing a multi-year deal with the Newcastle Knights.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 13, 2026, 5:49 AM EDT

Source: RNZ Pacific

End of an Era in Auckland

The 29-year-old New Zealand and Cook Islands international is currently off-contract at the end of the 2026 campaign. Niukore famously returned to the Warriors in 2023 on a four-year deal following a successful stint with the Parramatta Eels.

Career Milestones:

Total NRL Appearances: 161 matches.

Warriors Appearances: 65 matches (including the recent victory over the Melbourne Storm).

International Experience: Represented both the Kiwis (NZ) and the Cook Islands.