The idea is for a supporter-run company to be formed, with various levels of membership depending on the financial contributions made. 1Eyed Eel Coterie members would then choose a player to sponsor via a registered TPA, which would require the player to provide value back to the group via means such as promotional appearances or website blogs. Within hours of the idea being floated, dozens of members had registered their interest, with combined pledges topping $10,000. Parramatta are supporting the initiative and will provide regulatory advice to ensure compliance with the NRL, but will have no say on the player chosen or on the running of the group. It is understood former NRL salary cap auditor Ian Schubert, who has been engaged by the Eels to sort through a myriad of issues, is available to ensure compliance with the salary cap and head office directives. Rather than topping up the salary of a superstar such as Manly recruit Kieran Foran, it's likely the first player sponsored will be a lower-profile fan favourite who would otherwise struggle to garner interest from corporate Australia. However, the concept is still in the embryonic stages and those details will be thrashed out as members begin signing up. The 1Eyed Eel Coterie comes at an interesting time for the game. Former Melbourne chief executive Mark Evans has been engaged by the NRL on a consultancy basis and one of his jurisdictions is reviewing the controversial TPA system. The NRL is looking to make TPAs simpler - the fact there are currently five types of TPA only adds to the confusion.

It's argued the salary cap isn't a genuinely level playing field because some clubs are more capable of generating TPAs than others. We're hearing one option being considered is publishing the number and financial total of each club's TPAs so that the system is more transparent. Dragons pay the price Manly aren't the only team yet to pay up for the use of their home ground, with St George Dragons District Football Club owing Kogarah Council $176,000 for the use of Kogarah Oval. St George have a history of being in arrears with payments for their Sydney home ground and Council is again out of pocket. "The Dragons currently owe Kogarah City Council $176k," a Council spokesperson said. "They have given Council a commitment to reduce the outstanding amount through the payment of regular instalments."

It's understood a bill of about $100,000 was forwarded in late July. A St George District Football Club spokesperson said: "The financial payments relate to St George District Football Club, not St George Illawarra." The Sea Eagles are in a bitter stand-off of with Warringah Council after allegedly falling $358,000 in arrears over hiring fees for Brookvale Oval. Manly officials claim the fees are exorbitant and the ground has not been kept to NRL standard. Tabloid goldmine Which two huge names, from rival footballing codes, have hooked up with the same woman while in relationships of their own? If the real story ever gets out, it will be tabloid fodder for weeks. Traditional breakfast replaced

The grand final breakfast - and the lunch that briefly replaced it last year - has been the traditional lead up to the biggest game of the year. But after more than two decades of champagne at dawn, the institution is no more. Instead, the governing body has brought in NRL Nation, a fan interactive at Darling Harbour. Wolfman weighing options David Williams is weighing up whether to retire from football altogether or to continue his career in European rugby. The "Wolfman" has had a rollercoaster career at Manly, earning NSW and Australian honours early in his stint before languishing in NSW Cup in recent years. The 29-year-old doesn't have the appetite for another season in the NRL, but a switch to the 15-man game may rekindle the fire. Claws come out A handful of Wests Tigers fans are preparing to stage another protest over the club's treatment of Robbie Farah. Organisers of the "Keep Robbie Farah Rally" were planning to storm Ashfield Leagues Club on Sunday, but the demonstration was postponed because Council approval wasn't sought in time. Twenty-four fans attended the initial rally staged at Concord Oval.

Finals coverage returning They're back! Rampaging Roy Slaven and HG Nelson are returning to ABC Radio for the "Festival of the Boot", their inimitable coverage of the AFL and NRL grand finals. "This year's Festival of the Boot is for all Australians but especially women of calibre, shark shooters, Taylor Swift Freaks, Ashley Madison swingers, humanitarian coal miners, shoe collectors, first-homebuyers, zombies and vampires, wedding celebrants, job-ready tyre-fitters looking for flats, cosmetic surgeons, day spa operators, Tinder types, Qantas crews, Bronwyn Bishop Chopper Pilots and south coast beauty students," HG Nelson said. Cronulla halfback Jeff Robson. Credit:Getty Images Robson considering Warriors

It could be a case of a halves swap if Jeff Robson takes up an offer to join the Warriors. Chad Townsend is returning to Cronulla from across the ditch and Robson is weighing up whether to stay put or finish his career overseas. The veteran No.7 is expected to make a call shortly. Robinson to Rabbitohs? Melbourne tyro Latrell Robinson could be switching to South Sydney in the off-season. The younger brother of NRL players Reece and Travis Robinson also has plenty of speed and could bolster the Rabbitohs' depth in the outside backs. Newton announces retirement Clint Newton has confirmed he will retire at the end of the season. The veteran Knights forward, who has been championing his colleagues' cause as the boss of the players' union, will captain Newcastle in the NSW Cup grand final against Wyong. Newton had contemplated another season in reserve grade to mentor younger players, but will call time at the end of the current campaign.

"This will be my last season," Newton said. "Newcastle left the ball in my court but this is it. I'm confident the next generation will come through and do the job." The NSWRL grand final day is the only league on in Sydney on Sunday. Punters can watch the NSW Cup, Ron Massey Cup and Sydney Shield deciders at Pirtek Stadium for $10. Sailor joins new camp Wendell Sailor will be helping families to reconnect as an ambassador for Camp to Belong in the Hunter Valley. The initiative brings together siblings separated by circumstances in a bid to foster a strong bond. The dual international does plenty of charity work but those associated with family are close to his heart after he learned in his early teens that he was adopted. "I couldn't be more proud to be associated with Camp to Belong and Lifestyle Solutions, it's vital for kids to keep their relationships with their families, and this camp is a fantastic opportunity for kids to reconnect with each other," Big Dell said.

The Camp to Belong concept originates from the US, and Lifestyle Solutions is the only organisation in Australasia with a license to run the unique program. "We're proud to be involved with Camp to Belong, and having Wendell Sailor here to inspire the kids with his story is something we're excited to make happen," Lifestyle Solutions managing director David Hogg said.