Perth Bears recruit to remain at former club in 2027

Perth Bears recruit Zac Lipowicz will remain with his former club, Wakefield Trinity, for the 2027 season rather than joining the NRL expansion club immediately. The 24-year-old forward has signed a new deal to continue his development in England.

Lipowicz had initially committed to a two-year development contract with the incoming Perth Bears. Instead of moving to the NRL's 18th franchise for the start of that deal, he will spend the upcoming campaign continuing his development abroad with Wakefield Trinity.