By Michael Chammas

December 5, 2025 — 8.46am

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Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson is at the centre of an NRL integrity unit probe to determine whether there are grounds to investigate the veteran administrator following a whistleblower tip-off over his conduct.

The NRL integrity unit has conducted several preliminary interviews following a whistleblower tip-off that raised serious concerns over the conduct of Richardson and senior staff at the embattled club.

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It comes as Richardson prepares to walk away from the club following Monday’s decision by Holman Barnes Group, the majority owner of the Tigers, to remove four independent directors including chairman Barry O’Farrell.

The Holman Barnes Group is aware of the allegations and making its own inquiries, which could impact Richardson’s potential seven-figure termination pay-out.

“The Holman Barnes Group is aware of the NRL’s interest in this matter and at this point in time we can not comment,” HBG deputy chairman Francesco Primerano said.

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