The Melbourne Storm legend turns 65 at the end of the season. Craig Bellamy will continue as Melbourne coach for a 23rd year in 2025, deciding against moving into a new role at the NRL club or retirement.
Melissa Woods is a long-time journalist for AAP, with a focus on local sports coverage in Australia, particularly in the areas of league and rugby. She has written for various publications, including Manning River Times, The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, and The West Australian. Melissa's work has also been featured in online platforms such as Yahoo Lifestyle Australia and MailOnline.