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Shots fired as former Rebels players settle into new clubs

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has spiced up an old Super Rugby Pacific rivalry and opened up on his "weird" Ballymore exit three years ago …

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19 Jan 2025, 21:49

Charlotte Caslick on Olympics: 'It still sucks, but we've got to get over it'

Charlotte Caslick's mind wanders four years into the future as she grapples with Australia's Olympic rugby sevens bust and forces …

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21 Jan 2025, 14:24

Grieving period over for Australia as SVNS comes to town

Australia women's Sevens coach Tim Walsh says he and his players have well and truly grieved their Olympics heartbreak, and they'l…

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23 Jan 2025, 20:11

Former Australia schoolboy sensation set for anticipated SVNS debut

Former schoolboy sensation Hadley Tonga has been described as an "absolute weapon" ahead of his highly anticipated debut in Austra…

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23 Jan 2025, 20:20

Reds looking to bring speed to UK tour as Lions loom

It's been 35 years since the Queensland Reds toured the United Kingdom, but only months since Tate McDermott was there with the Wa…

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23 Jan 2025, 20:35

Perth win 'one of the best' of Charlotte Caslick's career

Australian rugby sevens great Charlotte Caslick has rated the team's gritty win at the Perth event as one of the best moments of h…

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26 Jan 2025, 15:36

Darcy Swain targets Lions with Western Force rebirth

New Western Force recruit Darcy Swain has set his sights on becoming a ball-carrying beast as he attempts to resurrect his Wallabi…

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31 Jan 2025, 14:45

Stephen Larkham takes issue with Canberra's World Cup snub

ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham is disappointed for Canberran rugby union fans after the nation's capital was snubbed from host…

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31 Jan 2025, 14:56

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii explains pulling out of Waratahs debut

The wait continues for Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's much-anticipated club debut, but the injured superstar and NSW Waratahs captain Jak…

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01 Feb 2025, 8:50

Springbok teaches Aussie NRL Joseph Manu valuable lesson in Japan

Two-time NRL premiership winner Joseph Manu didn't have to look far for inspiration in terms of what he needs to do if he is to ma…

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02 Feb 2025, 9:47

Reds’ Junkyard Dog talks barking fans and surprise call from Joe Schmidt

Tim Ryan wasn't quite sure what to do when a group of children started barking at him during a Queensland Reds pre-season meet-and…

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03 Feb 2025, 21:10

Nic White: 'Give us that title of underdogs and write us off'

Nic White reckons the Western Force have been stitched up by the Super Rugby fixturing, but he's backing his side to buck the odds…

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04 Feb 2025, 16:14

Wallaroos World Cup hopes take early hit with Atasi Lafai injury

The Wallaroos and NSW Waratahs have been dealt a major blow with leading lock Atasi Lafai suffering a shocking knee injury.

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04 Feb 2025, 19:35

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii primed to feature heavily for Waratahs

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has declared himself a certain starter for Super Rugby Pacific's round one while revealing he's been handed …

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04 Feb 2025, 20:25

Beauden Barrett wary of rising Australian Super Rugby tides

All Blacks superstar Beauden Barrett has given Australia's bolstered Super Rugby Pacific sides the nod of approval, even claiming …

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04 Feb 2025, 20:43

Selestino Ravutaumada: Fijian Drua can be 'unstoppable'

Speedster Selestino Ravutaumada has an Olympic silver medal in his keeping and has made a Rugby World Cup quarter-final but the Fi…

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06 Feb 2025, 14:41

Taniela Tupou warming to life in Sydney under 'firm but fair' Dan McKellar

Reluctant recruit Taniela Tupou is suddenly loving life in Sydney and talking about helping restore the NSW Waratahs to past glori…

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06 Feb 2025, 15:20

New best mullet in Australia contender eyeing Wallabies gold

He's a one-cap England international whose glorious mullet is already causing problems at schools, and now Nic Dolly has his eyes …

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06 Feb 2025, 19:09

Switching Laynes: Wallaroos star halfback ditches Tahs for Reds

Layne Morgan has landed in the laps of the Queensland Reds, the NSW Waratahs' triple premiership star the icing on the cake of the…

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14 Jan 2025, 13:59

Kurtley Beale handed career lifeline despite ongoing injury layoff

A ruptured achilles tendon while playing in a Shute Shield fixture meant he didn't have the chance to pull on the Wallabies gold a…

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10 Jan 2025, 3:56

What rookie Tom Lynagh makes of getting 'targeted quite a lot'

The son of the legendary Michael Lynagh has four Test caps to his credit but missed out on the recent Autumn Nations Series.

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07 Jan 2025, 11:02

Mixed fortunes to start the year for Kiwi coaches in Japan

Former Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie has watched his Kobe Steelers side fall to their second defeat in three matches to open the Ja…

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06 Jan 2025, 14:32

Former Wallabies teammates off to rocky start in Japan

Multi-code international Israel Folau, and his former fellow Wallaby and current club teammate Samu Kerevi, are enduring a difficu…

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29 Dec 2024, 14:18

Bernard Foley steals spotlight in blow to New Zealand coaching duo

Two-time NRL premiership winner Joey Manu scored a try but was denied a winning start to his career in Japan Rugby League One than…

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22 Dec 2024, 10:36

Joe Schmidt names 40-man Wallabies squad for January camp

While Rugby Australia awaits a call on his coaching future, Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has continued planning for next year's Lio…

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19 Dec 2024, 23:38

Christian Lealiifano takes his talents stateside with MLR deal

Former Brumbies star and Wallabies playmaker Christian Lealiifano will continue his long rugby career in the US after signing with…

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19 Dec 2024, 21:37

The Wallabies and All Blacks set to unleash in Japan Rugby League One

The start of a new Japanese rugby season will provide the Wallabies' hierarchy with more than passing interest as the countdown to…

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16 Dec 2024, 15:03

Rugby Australia have back up candidate in place should Schmidt walk

Schmidt's contract talks come amidst the release of an ambitious five-year strategy paper by RA that includes winning the Bledislo…

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10 Dec 2024, 14:45

Maddison Levi's 27-game streak comes to an end as Australia run hot

Levi, who scored a record-breaking 15 in a single World Series tournament to set up the triumph in Dubai last weekend, carried on …

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07 Dec 2024, 21:59

Jordan Petaia's schedule set with upcoming date with all 32 NFL teams

Skipping school to watch the Super Bowl might pay off for Jordan Petaia, who has quit rugby to scratch his NFL itch.

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07 Dec 2024, 21:48

'Knocked the big dog off': How Joseph Suaalii has impacted the Wallabies off the pitch

New Wallabies recruit Joseph Suaalii did his best to live up to all the hype surrounding his $5m switch from the NRL.

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01 Dec 2024, 20:45

Kellaway: Wallabies counting down the days to Lions tour

The Wallabies believe they have provided a stirring response to their critics after making encouraging progress on their Spring to…

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01 Dec 2024, 15:35

Wallabies rallying around three-minute debutant

The Wallabies have rallied round debutant Tane Edmed, the talented flyhalf whose big moment against Ireland lasted just three minu…

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01 Dec 2024, 15:27

James Slipper to toast 'the old fella' Cian Healy on historic Dublin night

At the end of another bruising, bone-crushing afternoon, a couple of old prop idols will toast a landmark day with cold ones - an …

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29 Nov 2024, 18:38

Australian Rugby woes ever-present as Wallabies aim high

Coach Joe Schmidt is urging one final flourish from his flowering Wallabies on their northern tour to provide the "sunlight" that …

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29 Nov 2024, 17:35

Former Brumbies teammates glad to see Mack Hansen 'grow up'

Just the mention of madcap Mack Hansen's name brings a beaming smile to the faces of the old Brumbies who used to be his teammates…

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29 Nov 2024, 15:25

What the Wallabies have made of Joe Schmidt's reception in Ireland

Charming, attentive, happy to engage, always prepared to go the extra mile for the sport on the island, taking it into the communi…

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28 Nov 2024, 20:52

Wallabies update Suaalii's condition after 'severe pain' and loss of arm function

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's hopes of finishing his first Wallabies tour with a flourish against Ireland are still alive after a more p…

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25 Nov 2024, 15:56

Joe Schmidt: 'You've got to be able to learn to roll with those punches'

Joe Schmidt is urging Australian rugby fans to keep faith with his Lions-taming project despite the feel-good factor surrounding h…

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24 Nov 2024, 22:23

Sione Tuipulotu's 'full circle' moment against the Wallabies

Sione Tuipulotu's granny Jaqueline was left the proudest Scot after presenting the match trophy to her Melburnian grandson followi…

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24 Nov 2024, 21:28

'You can't miss 30-plus tackles': Schmidt on Wallabies loss as injuries pile up

The Wallabies did enjoy a first 15 minutes on the front foot, in which they ought to have been rewarded by more than Noah Lolesio'…

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24 Nov 2024, 13:54

The magical moment that stunned Wallabies’ Harry Potter

Harry Potter admits he was left stunned by the magic moment when he was informed 'You're a Wallaby, Harry...'

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22 Nov 2024, 21:55

What Noah Lolesio said about Finn Russell before Scotland showdown

Noah Lolesio could be forgiven for taking nothing for granted about his hugely encouraging run as the Wallabies' key pivot at No.1…

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21 Nov 2024, 20:04

Wallabies grand slam hopes threatened by an Aussie

Joe Schmidt has pinpointed the danger of his buoyant Wallabies having their British Isles 'grand slam' hopes dynamited by one of t…

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18 Nov 2024, 10:53

Matt Faessler goes from free agent to Wallaby hat trick scorer

After all those unsung years burrowing down darkly in the middle of some horrible, hairy front rows, Matt Faessler had to think lo…

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18 Nov 2024, 5:41

What Joe Schmidt said to Warren Gatland before thumping Wales

Joe Schmidt has all the sympathy in the world for Warren Gatland's plight even while sending his old New Zealand friend and foe ev…

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17 Nov 2024, 22:06

The Joe Schmidt verdict on Samu Kerevi's marred milestone

The Wallabies will battle to ensure Samu Kerevi's tour isn't over after the returning centre was left "distraught" by his red card…

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17 Nov 2024, 20:51

What Wales camp make of Wallabies 'superstar' Joseph Suaalii

Wales coach Warren Gatland believes sport in Sydney and rugby in Australia needed a superstar like Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii - and so …

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15 Nov 2024, 6:19

Rugby Australia set to end contract early for former NRL star

Suliasi Vunivalu has not been included in the Queensland Reds' Super Rugby Pacific squad as the code-hopping winger eyes a French …

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12 Nov 2024, 10:05

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii: 'Moments like this' the reason for code switch

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been left buoyed with emotion by his uplifting Wallabies debut, declaring the "amazing" experience of hi…

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10 Nov 2024, 21:26

Joe Schmidt: 'The grand slam may still be alive'

Coach Joe Schmidt offers only a wise, wry smile when the outlandish prospect of a first British Isles 'grand slam' for the Wallabi…

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10 Nov 2024, 19:52

Max Jorgensen: 'I definitely knew I had the wheels... it was unreal'

Max Jorgensen could have felt a bit like the forgotten Wallabies' prodigy after Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii swanned across codes and int…

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10 Nov 2024, 5:52

Joseph Suaalii labels England win 'fun', downplays praise

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been hailed as a "freak" and "great" with his Wallabies' squadmates in awe of his striking debut in the …

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09 Nov 2024, 19:54

Schmidt on the ‘risk’ of starting Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii against England

Joe Schmidt accepts it's not going to be easy, speculates it won't be perfect and admits, yes, it's a risk.

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07 Nov 2024, 20:50

Wallaby Samu Kerevi: ‘I prepare to be the best in the world’

Samu Kerevi is now 31, without a Test cap for 13 months, plying his trade out of the spotlight in Japan and surely a bit rusty aft…

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04 Nov 2024, 17:53

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii strikes awe as Wallabies lose star midfielder

Banishing any notion of jealousy, awestruck Wallabies teammates say they can't wait to play with "insanely talented" code hopper J…

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02 Nov 2024, 18:37

Angus Bell makes a bold 'four wins' Wallabies tour prediction

Australia's 34-man squad jetted off to the UK on Thursday night with an opportunity to complete the first grand slam sweep in 40 y…

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31 Oct 2024, 5:09

Why former NRL star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii stands by code switch

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has revealed Israel Folau as an idol and inspiration as he pledges to tackle pressure head-on.

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28 Oct 2024, 23:25

Marika Koroibete may have played last Test for Wallabies

Marika Koroibete's Wallabies future has been plunged into further doubt, with coach Joe Schmidt refusing to guarantee the winger w…

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22 Oct 2024, 18:16

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is pretty 'confident' about return to rugby

Fresh off his NRL season with the Sydney Roosters, big-money rugby recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is putting his hand up for game t…

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14 Oct 2024, 7:19

Rugby Australia fire back at 'misleading and deceptive' Rebels

The governing body has slammed the Rebels' attempts to "shift the blame" for their booting in May, having entered voluntary admini…

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10 Oct 2024, 2:45

Melbourne Rebels launch lawsuit against Rugby Australia

In a claim filed to the Federal Court on Wednesday, the club is seeking a declaration that it can resume control of the Rebels so …

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09 Oct 2024, 2:30

Jordan Petaia takes step closer to following Louis Rees-Zammit into NFL

Jordan Petaia has knocked back lucrative European rugby and NRL offers and will instead give up at least five months of pay to pur…

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30 Sep 2024, 3:26

'Junkyard Dog' Ryan re-signs, braces for selection battle with Rebels' discards

Instant Queensland Reds hit Tim Ryan has re-signed with the Super Rugby club for two years and the Junkyard Dog is ready to scrap …

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29 Sep 2024, 20:33

Wales get WXV humbling by Australia in Cape Town

Wales were overpowered by Australia as their WXV2 campaign opened with a heavy 37-5 defeat in Cape Town.

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28 Sep 2024, 8:11

'Huge': Captains in agreement as 2026 Anzac Day deal reportedly brokered

The trans-Tasman captains are all in on an Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test between the Wallabies and All Blacks as momentum grows beh…

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28 Sep 2024, 5:52

All Blacks survive Wallabies assault to sweep Bledisloe Cup series

The All Blacks have swept the Bledisloe Cup series with a 33-13 win over the Wallabies, showing their class after an early Austral…

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28 Sep 2024, 5:40

The Wallabies’ honest admission before Bledisloe Cup Test in New Zealand

After a miserable run lasting decades, both the Wallabies skipper and coach are happy to admit playing the All Blacks is intimidat…

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27 Sep 2024, 0:01

'Great place to be': Wallabies ready to add more capital misery for All Blacks

But if a chink of light exists for the beleaguered Wallabies, it could be the selection of Wellington as the venue for Saturday's …

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24 Sep 2024, 0:51

Wallabies sick of nearly men tag says returning star

Returning hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa says the frustrated Wallabies are sick of "almost" delivering on their promise after falling…

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23 Sep 2024, 3:15

Joe Schmidt hints at Bledisloe Cup rethink

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt wouldn't mind officials rethinking the Bledisloe Cup format after watching the treasured trophy slip o…

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21 Sep 2024, 15:42

All Blacks retain Bledisloe Cup after holding off fast-finishing Wallabies

The All Blacks have secured the Bledisloe Cup for a 23rd straight year after denying the gallant Wallabies 31-28 in the opening tr…

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21 Sep 2024, 3:13

'We've seen footage': Fear driving All Blacks ahead of Bledisloe Cup

The fear of being the first team in almost a quarter of a century to relinquish the Bledisloe Cup is driving the All Blacks.

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20 Sep 2024, 22:00

The All Blacks' new 140kg weapon set to be unleashed on Wallabies

The 26-year-old's idol and inspiration Ardie Savea, who hits the scales at some 45kg lighter, is urging Tosi to use his huge frame…

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19 Sep 2024, 20:22

Schmidt won't panic after Wallabies' Santa Fe smashing

Joe Schmidt reckons there won't be knee-jerk reactions ahead of the Wallabies' date with New Zealand after they "fell off a cliff"…

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08 Sep 2024, 0:17

Historic collapse as Wallabies concede record score to Argentina

Argentina have handed the Wallabies a historic belting in Santa Fe, scoring nine tries to come from 17 points behind and win 67-27…

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07 Sep 2024, 17:44

Wallabies reject uncontested scrum claims against Boks

Senior Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa has rubbished allegations that they faked front-row injuries to avoid scrummaging against So…

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04 Sep 2024, 2:03

No horror flashbacks for Wallabies clutch hero

As he did in Florence almost two years ago, Donaldson entered the game in La Plata in the final minutes and was called upon for a …

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02 Sep 2024, 21:57

Joe Schmidt explains the Wallabies pecking order at 10

Coach Joe Schmidt admits Noah Lolesio's hold on the Wallabies' No.10 has been partly forced by changes around him but he's happy t…

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02 Sep 2024, 4:26

Axed 12 months ago, Harry Wilson makes Wallabies admission

Harry Wilson is determined to hold his ground after sealing his whirlwind international revival with a last-gasp win on his Wallab…

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01 Sep 2024, 8:55

Wallabies clinch last-gasp comeback win in Argentina

The Wallabies have rallied in the wet for a comeback 20-19 defeat of Argentina thanks to a Ben Donaldson penalty kick on the siren…

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31 Aug 2024, 20:04

Wallabies hoping Taniela Tupou will help turn Rugby Championship fortunes around

The Wallabies are looking to prop Taniela Tupou to make his giant presence felt and help them collect their first win of the Rugby…

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30 Aug 2024, 20:43

Wallabies brace for hostile reception in crucial Rugby Championship Test

The Wallabies are bracing for a volatile experience - on and off the field - when they tackle Argentina in their Rugby Championshi…

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29 Aug 2024, 6:12

Wallabies blindsided by front row crisis in loss to Springboks

Australia lost skipper Allan Alaalatoa and fellow prop Angus Bell at half-time after the pair suffered head knocks leading into th…

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17 Aug 2024, 21:15

Springboks 'rain' supreme to drown Wallabies' hopes of shock win

South Africa's B team have come up trumps in Perth's big wet, with the world champions scoring four tries to nil to secure a 30-12…

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17 Aug 2024, 7:18

Shute Shield's Wildfires sign ex-Waratahs coach Coleman

Former NSW Waratahs coach Darren Coleman is returning to the Shute Shield as director of rugby for the Hunter Wildfires.

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12 Aug 2024, 7:37

Springboks deliver the Wallabies a brutal dose of rugby reality

The Springboks scored five tries to one and dominated territory and possession, with their pack bullying an Australian side which …

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10 Aug 2024, 4:19

Joe Schmidt on Boks: 'They tend to get a bit of luck'

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt might be on the crest of a winning wave but he's not underestimating the challenge his side faces agai…

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04 Aug 2024, 4:40

‘We can’t change it’: Australia miss out on bronze after captain sees red

Australia threatened an incredible comeback, only for South Africa to score after the siren.

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27 Jul 2024, 17:42

Wallabies survive scare against Georgia to keep winning run alive

The Wallabies have survived a scare to keep their unbeaten run under Joe Schmidt.

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20 Jul 2024, 3:22

Wales visit timely for off-contract James O'Connor's audition

James O'Connor will wear the No.10 jumper for Queensland against Wales in a timely audition for the off-contract veteran.

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16 Jul 2024, 17:57

Joe Schmidt says he'll swing Wallabies axe again

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has forecast at least five changes for Australia's last Test before their Rugby Championship campaign …

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13 Jul 2024, 13:50

‘We have nothing to lose’: Wallaroos dream of shock Black Ferns upset

Desiree Miller scored a try for every year she's played rugby in the Wallaroos' drought-busting defeat of Fiji.

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11 Jul 2024, 22:45

Brumbies secure in takeover but games could still be taken elsewhere

The ACT Brumbies' future in Canberra has been secured, but Super Rugby Pacific home games could still be taken elsewhere.

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09 Jul 2024, 19:07

‘He can turn Australia around’: All Blacks back Wallabies coach to succeed

The All Blacks who know Joe Schmidt best are backing Australia's new coach to improve the fortunes of the once-great Wallabies.

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04 Jul 2024, 23:58

Australia search for fairytale Paris Olympics ending after Tokyo heartbreak

The Australian sevens rugby women's team is searching for a fairytale ending at the Olympic Games in Paris after suffering heart…

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03 Jul 2024, 18:08

‘I needed change’: Lukhan Salakaia-Loto eyes first Wallabies Test since 2021

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto is happy to put his country ahead of club as he fights for a Wallabies recall.

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02 Jul 2024, 19:04

Recalled Wallaby to Wright some wrongs against Wales

Tom Wright credits simple "dad strength" for his rocketing into favouritism to regain the Wallabies fullback role.

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02 Jul 2024, 1:05

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe: 'Paris Olympics will be my last time playing in the black jersey'

A fan favourite, Woodman-Wickliffe has been a star of both the sevens and XVs game for more than a decade, having an impact on and…

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01 Jul 2024, 17:15

Injury fears confirmed for Kurtley Beale as door opens in Wallabies midfield

Coach Joe Schmidt will on Thursday name his first Test team since taking over from World Cup failure Eddie Jones.

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01 Jul 2024, 2:08

Five new faces in Wallaroos squad for Fijiana Test

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp has made five changes to the squad for their next Test match from the players who competed in the Pacific …

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30 Jun 2024, 4:24

Heartbreak for recalled Wallaby Beale with fears of career-ending injury

Scans on Kurtley Beale are expected to confirm the recalled Wallabies veteran has ruptured his achilles, possibly bringing an end …

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29 Jun 2024, 22:41

Waratahs working ‘frantically’ to find new coach after Simon Raiwalui signing

The NSW Waratahs are locked in a "frantic" search for a new coach after unveiling Fijian miracle worker Simon Raiwalui as director…

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27 Jun 2024, 22:28

Wallabies can wait as Joe Schmidt orders Reds' Tim Ryan to bulk up

Tim Ryan has been ordered to bulk up and bide his time by Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt.

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27 Jun 2024, 18:33

'Happy to be nervous': Wallabies coach admits he's a tad daunted in new job

Wallabies fans should not expect overnight success after Joe Schmidt confessed to never being less prepared for a first Test.

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27 Jun 2024, 1:11

Levi sisters join Charlotte Caslick in targeting Wallaroos spot at World Cup

Maddison Levi has dispelled fears of a mass exodus from Australia's sevens program after jumping on the 2025 Women's Rugby World C…

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26 Jun 2024, 23:56

Levi sisters back Australia to overcome injuries to bring home Olympic gold

Maddison Levi steadfastly believes Australia's all-conquering women's sevens team can overcome a mounting injury toll and bring ho…

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25 Jun 2024, 23:21

Charlotte Caslick open to Wallaroos switch before Rugby World Cup

Rugby sevens superstar Charlotte Caslick is plotting a shock switch to the 15-a-side game.

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25 Jun 2024, 1:41

‘Going to be a sponge’: Noah Lolesio relishing another chance with Wallabies

Noah Lolesio hopes to finally nail down the Wallabies No.10 slot after being handed a golden opportunity under new coach Joe Schmi…

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25 Jun 2024, 1:22

‘Humbled’ Kurtley Beale chuffed to be back in the Wallabies mix

Kurtley Beale is ready to play anywhere in the Wallabies backline after confessing to shedding a tear at his unexpected recall.

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24 Jun 2024, 20:56

All Black legend leaves international game a winner

Former All Blacks skipper Sam Whitelock has signed off his career in fitting style, leading the Barbarians to a 45-32 win over Fij…

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23 Jun 2024, 11:43

Brumbies outmuscled by Blues in impressive semi-final display

The ACT Brumbies have been unable to end Australia's 10-year Super Rugby Pacific title drought, out-muscled by the Blues 34-20 in …

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14 Jun 2024, 4:11

Brumbies boosted by the return of Wallaby Slipper for semi-final

Wallabies prop James Slipper makes a welcome return as the ACT Brumbies forward pack braces for one of the most powerful scrums in…

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11 Jun 2024, 23:52

The Brumbies re-sign a matured Noah Lolesio courtesy of France stint

The 24-year-old on Wednesday signed a contract extension keeping him with the Brumbies and Rugby Australia until the end of 2025.

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11 Jun 2024, 21:30

Rebels lock hungry for Wallabies call-up as future remains uncertain

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto says he will be ready to answer a call from Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt, despite missing the back half of the…

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11 Jun 2024, 19:13

The 'tough lesson' the Blues taught Brumbies last time out

Straight-shooting skipper Allan Alaalatoa is challenging his ACT Brumbies to man up or face Super Rugby Pacific elimination in Fri…

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10 Jun 2024, 3:42

Rob Valetini stars as Brumbies dominate Highlanders in playoff win

The ACT Brumbies have surged into the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals to secure a date with destiny against the high-flying Blues …

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08 Jun 2024, 18:23

Rebels' Super Rugby journey ends at the hands of powerful Hurricanes

Melbourne's last-ever Super Rugby Pacific match has ended in heartbreak, with the Hurricanes storming to a 47-20 victory on the ba…

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08 Jun 2024, 1:48

Ruthless, clinical Chiefs revel in demolition job against the Reds

The ruthless and clinical Chiefs ran in four unanswered first-half tries to lead 31-0 at the break and set up the demolition job o…

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07 Jun 2024, 5:07

Brumbies call upon fourth-choice prop as front row injury crisis hits

The Brumbies are confident fourth-choice prop Harry Vella will rise to the occasion as injuries threaten to de-rail the ACT outfit…

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03 Jun 2024, 23:50

'Stick with us': Melbourne Rebels aiming to knock over Hurricanes amid heartbreak

Melbourne captain Rob Leota has vowed his side will push through the heartbreak of their club's demise to shine in their first Sup…

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03 Jun 2024, 14:40

Queensland Reds have to overcome history against the Chiefs

The Queensland Reds have not only the Chiefs to overcome but the overwhelming weight of history in the sides' quarter-final clash …

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03 Jun 2024, 14:31

Brumbies' win at Force proves costly as Wallabies forward injured

Brumbies No1 Blake Schoupp appeared to have dislocated his shoulder in the first two minutes of his return from an injury to the s…

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01 Jun 2024, 7:21

Second-half blitz sees Fijian Drua beat Rebels and claim final playoff spot

Playing in the final round just days after news of their axing from Super Rugby Pacific, Melbourne have been unable to match the F…

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31 May 2024, 23:21

Waratahs' fightback ruined as Reds seal a thrilling one-point win

The Reds resisted a spirited second-half fightback from the Waratahs to hold on and secure the Bob Templeton Cup in the latest com…

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31 May 2024, 7:06

Each Australian side's playoff chances with one round of Super Rugby Pacific left

Led by the benchmark ACT Brumbies, Australia have their best chance in a decade of winning the Super Rugby Pacific title after fin…

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30 May 2024, 1:30

Brumbies hit with injury to Wallaby prop Slipper

The ACT Brumbies' best Super Rugby season in more than a decade has been dealt a blow with Wallabies prop James Slipper unlikely t…

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29 May 2024, 23:09

Japanese legend bows out in cruel fashion after TMO decision

The drama meant former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans was denied his sixth Japanese title, against opponents prepared by his former …

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26 May 2024, 15:54

Richie Mo'unga and Toshiba stand in the way of Robbie Deans' sixth Japanese title

A victory by the Wild Knights, who are unbeaten in 17 matches this season, would hand Deans his sixth title in Japan, one more tha…

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25 May 2024, 23:13

In-form Tim Ryan stakes claim for Wallabies call-up in huge Reds win

Tim Ryan's stocks have soared to historic heights as the Queensland Reds hit top gear in a 46-point thumping to all but end the We…

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25 May 2024, 7:57

Moana Pasifika end Waratahs’ Super Rugby Pacific playoff hopes

Moana Pasifika have put the NSW Waratahs out of their misery, officially ending the Sydneysiders' Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes…

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25 May 2024, 4:17

Brumbies punish Rebels in Super Rugby penalty-fest

The ACT Brumbies have defeated the Melbourne Rebels 53-17 despite having three men yellow-carded in a penalty-disrupted drubbing a…

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24 May 2024, 20:30

In 'with a chance': Waratahs look ahead despite 'ridiculous' playoff odds

Considering it's "ridiculous" to think they can still make the finals, the NSW Waratahs are intent on moving on from Darren Colema…

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24 May 2024, 18:32

'We all know it': Reds cook up response to Force's 'must-win' mentality

Victory in the penultimate regular-season round for the hosts would lock up fifth spot and a quarter-final against New Zealand's C…

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23 May 2024, 23:04

High-flying Brumbies wary of Melbourne Rebels with a cause

The ACT Brumbies are wary of a wounded Melbourne Rebels who have everything to play for with a maiden finals berth on the line.

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23 May 2024, 20:00

‘Shirts are on the line’ as Wallaroos seek first-ever win over Black Ferns

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp has revamped her side as they attempt to pull off a famous victory over the Black Ferns in their final Pac…

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23 May 2024, 17:27

Reds try-scoring sensation Tim Ryan 'riding the wave' of breakout season

Try-scoring machine Tim Ryan, who has scored six tries in six appearances for the Reds, is already on the radar of new Wallabies c…

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22 May 2024, 16:34

New Zealand-born centre re-signs with Brumbies with eye towards Wallabies

New Zealand-born centre Ollie Sapsford had his work cut out to break into a Wallabies-studded ACT Brumbies back line featuring the…

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21 May 2024, 22:09

Coleman open to Waratahs return while three candidates floated as his successor

Sacked Darren Coleman says there's no bad blood between him and the Waratahs hierarchy and he hopes to return one day for another …

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21 May 2024, 19:00

Reds’ Josh Flook ‘happy’ to play through pain as Wallaby jersey beckons

Josh Flook has backed himself to play through the pain as a Wallabies jersey beckons and the Queensland Reds plot a road-trip to t…

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21 May 2024, 0:16

Kurtley Beale's 'golden ticket' back into the Wallabies

Kurtley Beale has made an immense impact at the Force since signing a short-term contract last month, with the side winning three …

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20 May 2024, 15:45

Axe falls on Waratahs head coach Darren Coleman

With just two wins from 12 matches and sitting in last place, the Waratahs announced Coleman's third season at the helm would be h…

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20 May 2024, 15:38

Richie Mo'unga stars as Toshiba make League One final amid talk of All Blacks homecoming

Tokyo Sungoliath fell 28-20 to All Black Richie Mo'unga's Toshiba Brave Lupus in the second semi-final of Japan Rugby League One i…

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19 May 2024, 19:10

Flailing Waratahs desperate to avoid wooden spoon

With the Waratahs a whopping nine points adrift of eighth spot with only two rounds remaining, Coleman has directed his team's foc…

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18 May 2024, 17:44

27-unanswered Western Force points all but end Waratahs' hopes

The injury-hit Waratahs led 7-0 early in Saturday night's Super Rugby Pacific match, but the Force piled on 27 unanswered points t…

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18 May 2024, 7:29

Brumbies break 15-year Crusaders curse to secure home play-off

The home side cemented third place with their win on Saturday - their first against their old rivals in 15 years.

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18 May 2024, 2:08

Reds no match for Fijian Drua in Suva as red card spoils homecoming

Saturday's defeat left Queensland in fifth spot, eight competition points behind the fourth-placed Brumbies with two rounds remain…

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17 May 2024, 23:52

Damian McKenzie breaks Rebels' hearts in possible farewell home match

Melbourne's last Super Rugby Pacific home game - potentially ever - has ended on a heartbreaking note with the Rebels falling to t…

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17 May 2024, 7:05

Wallaroos' WXV1 hopes in tatters as USA fight back to win in Melbourne

The Wallaroos have suffered a disastrous 32-25 loss to the United States in their Pacific Four clash, which will likely see them m…

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17 May 2024, 5:04

Brumbies wary of Crusaders' threat as they look to end 15-year hoodoo

The third-placed Brumbies have not beaten the Crusaders in more than 15 years but will start favourites with their opposition seco…

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16 May 2024, 21:11

‘Need to find a way’: Reds out to involve Wallaby early in crucial clash

Tate McDermott has pledged to bring Suliasi Vunivalu into the action early in the winger's Fijian homecoming for the Queensland Re…

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16 May 2024, 18:47

Wallaroos captain expects a reaction from forwards after Canada demolition

Captain Michaela Leonard expects a reaction from the Wallaroos' forward pack in their Pacific Four rugby clash against the USA.

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16 May 2024, 18:39

WXV1 spot on the line as Wallaroos prepare for must-win USA clash

The Wallaroos' must-win rugby match against the US has an extra level of intrigue.

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15 May 2024, 19:29

Melbourne Rebels unsure if Chiefs game the last hurrah for embattled club

The future of the cash-strapped club in the competition remains uncertain beyond 2024 as they await a decision from Rugby Australi…

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14 May 2024, 17:40

What the Brumbies think of the 11th placed Crusaders

the ACT Brumbies are dismissing the Crusaders' lowly spot on the ladder ahead of a nostalgic showdown with the 11-times Super Rugb…

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14 May 2024, 17:30

Spirits still high as Waratahs get desperate with season ‘on the line’

The NSW Waratahs are clinging to positives as they chase a desperately needed clinical edge to keep their Super Rugby Pacific fina…

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14 May 2024, 0:34

Harry Wilson’s Super Rugby season over after undergoing surgery

Harry Wilson's Super Rugby Pacific season is over, with the star Queensland No.8 undergoing surgery on his broken right arm.

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12 May 2024, 22:31

‘Can do more’: Western Force coach believes Izack Rodda can ‘become great’

Western Force coach Simon Cron has praised the contribution of Izack Rodda, but believes the Wallabies lock can become even more p…

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12 May 2024, 16:38

‘Lots of positives’: Wallaroos show resilience in heavy loss to Canada

The Wallaroos are urging fans to keep the faith after showing vast improvements in a series-opening 33-14 Pacific Four loss.

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11 May 2024, 23:30

Fijian Drua handed crushing defeat care of Wallaby's materclass

Western Force flyhalf Ben Donaldson has scored 23 points on the back of a perfect kicking display to lift his side to a crushing 4…

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11 May 2024, 9:01

Wallaby rookie limps off as Brumbies pip Waratahs in Super thriller

The benchmark Brumbies have cemented their place in the Super Rugby Pacific top four and likely ended the NSW Waratahs' finals hop…

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11 May 2024, 8:07

Surgery on the cards for form Wallaby Harry Wilson

It's potentially horrid timing with the Reds eyeing a top-four finish and the Wallabies' first Test under Joe Schmidt less than tw…

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10 May 2024, 20:50

Wallabies star pulled off as Reds win ugly against Rebels

The Queensland Reds have ground out a gritty 26-22 win over the Melbourne Rebels to stay in touch with the Super Rugby Pacific top…

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10 May 2024, 6:57

No Gamble as re-signing boosts Waratahs' finals hopes

Accepting it's now do-or-die time, the NSW Waratahs are promising to rise to the challenge when their Super Rugby Pacific finals h…

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10 May 2024, 3:48

Rebels desperate to snap losing run against Reds in bid to play finals

The Rebels are desperate to snap their losing streak to ensure they play Super Rugby Pacific finals for the first time.

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09 May 2024, 18:45

Why the Brumbies ‘need’ a winning bonus point against embattled Waratahs

The ACT Brumbies are out to pile on the tries against an embattled NSW Waratahs, with every bonus point key in their quest for a t…

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09 May 2024, 18:38

Coach Jo Yapp names her first Wallaroos team to take on world No.4 Canada

Coach Jo Yapp has named her first Wallaroos team, including three possible debutantes, to take on Canada.

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08 May 2024, 19:29

Waratahs secure ex-Wallabies and ex-Pumas props on SOS loan deals

The NSW Waratahs have secured former Wallabies prop Pone Fa'amausili and ex-Argentine international Enrique Pieretto on loan deals…

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07 May 2024, 21:18

'I let a lot of people down': Reds captain hoping for finals 'springboard' after breaking hoodoo

Queensland are hoping to use their hoodoo-busting victory in Christchurch as a springboard into the Super Rugby Pacific finals, sa…

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07 May 2024, 18:19

Darcy Swain wants to leave the Brumbies as a Super Rugby champion

Darcy Swain has his heart set on leaving the ACT Brumbies with a drought-breaking Super Rugby Pacific title after opting to head w…

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06 May 2024, 0:13

Two-try Len Ikitau the difference as Brumbies hold off Fijian Drua

After getting off to an early lead, the Brumbies ceded the momentum but managed to hold on against the fast-finishing Fijians in C…

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04 May 2024, 6:56

Another low for Western Force as McKenzie-inspired Chiefs run amok

It proved easy work for the Chiefs, with the hosts taking the lead inside two minutes and rarely taking their foot off the gas in …

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04 May 2024, 5:16

Reds end 25-year drought in Christchurch with win over Crusaders

Fraser McReight has led a Queensland Reds charge in Christchurch to snap his side's 25-year losing streak against the Crusaders in…

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04 May 2024, 2:47

Rebels coach on Rugby Australia: 'I don't know what their intentions are'

Melbourne coach Kevin Foote says the Rebels feel abandoned by Rugby Australia with their future in the Super Rugby Pacific competi…

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03 May 2024, 19:17

Rebels no match for the Blues during 'stressful time' for the club

Melbourne's drama-charged day has ended with a disappointing 38-11 defeat to the heavyweight Blues in their Super Rugby Pacific cl…

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03 May 2024, 9:11

Hurricanes pile more misery on Waratahs

The NSW Waratahs' finals hopes remain in tatters following yet another Super Rugby Pacific flop.

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03 May 2024, 4:24

Melbourne Rebels face yet more problems in fight to stay alive

A vote to save the Melbourne Rebels may prove to be only a stay of execution, with the debt-ridden Super Rugby Pacific club facing…

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03 May 2024, 3:37

Brumbies ring the changes as they chase coveted top-two spot

The ACT Brumbies are determined to keep their foot on the pedal as they speed towards a coveted Super Rugby Pacific home semi-fina…

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03 May 2024, 1:30

Crusaders to blood British and Irish Lions great as Reds eye 25-year first

A Welsh rugby great will give the Crusaders a new look as the Queensland Reds attack a very familiar problem in Christchurch.

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03 May 2024, 0:18

Bledisloe Cup not the priority for Schmidt as Wallabies play the long game

Coach Joe Schmidt admits he probably won't know his best Wallabies starting side until the end of the spring tour in December, as …

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01 May 2024, 20:04

The Joe Schmidt update on the uncertain future of Carter Gordon

With the future of Gordon's Super Rugby Pacific side, the Melbourne Rebels, in major doubt, the 23-year-old has reportedly had pre…

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01 May 2024, 3:50

Rugby Australia announce near eight-figure deficit

The governing body reported an uplift in participation across clubs and schools, with significant increases in young people taking…

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29 Apr 2024, 16:48

Wallaby flyhalf lights up Japan with 17 point haul and third try in four weeks

Wallabies five-eighth Bernard Foley has bagged 17 points, including his third try in four weeks, to spark a spectacular revival by…

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27 Apr 2024, 20:03

Damian McKenzie stars as Chiefs register comeback win over Waratahs

The Chiefs have delivered a blow to the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes, coming from behind for a 38-22 win at Alli…

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26 Apr 2024, 6:51

Crusaders make a statement with shutout win over Melbourne Rebels

The Melbourne Rebels have been handed a massive Super Rugby Pacific reality check, kept scoreless and brutalised by the Crusaders.

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26 Apr 2024, 4:31

‘Form team of the competition’: Reds brace themselves for ‘dominant’ Blues

Queensland are bracing themselves for the benchmark Blues, who have been blasting their Super Rugby Pacific rivals off the park.

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26 Apr 2024, 4:16

Western Force look to experienced players in bid to end away win drought

The Western Force hope an influx of experienced players combined with some relaxing sleep-ins will help them snare an away win for…

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26 Apr 2024, 1:31

NRL star Joey Manu insists All Blacks ‘not the main focus’ in rugby switch

Joey Manu insists an All Blacks cap remains a distant goal, even if his impending switch to the 15-man game has experts excited.

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25 Apr 2024, 22:43

Brumbies look for Alaalatoa to spark response after ‘embarrassing’ defeat

The ACT Brumbies hope the return of some big names can spark a lift as they look to bounce back from their "embarrassing" Super Ru…

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25 Apr 2024, 22:38

Super Rugby's power balance shifting to Australia as New Zealand teams slump

The door is ajar for Australia's Super Rugby Pacific teams to tip the win-loss ledger against New Zealand sides in their favour in…

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23 Apr 2024, 23:35

The three minutes that cost Reds halfback Werchon his debut

Named to make his debut off the bench, Werchon's Mazda ute - complete with a plastic crown melted to the dashboard and The Goat nu…

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23 Apr 2024, 23:24

Off-contract Jordan Petaia ‘likely’ set for season-ending shoulder surgery

Jordan Petaia may have played his last game of rugby union, with the off-contract Queensland Reds and Wallabies back likely needin…

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23 Apr 2024, 0:40

Wallaroos land landmark six-year sponsorship

Feeling the national governing body has finally listened to its female players, Wallaroos captain Piper Duck is ready to let the …

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22 Apr 2024, 18:10

Kurtley Beale's Force send hapless Crusaders to Super Rugby bottom

The Western Force have heaped more pain on the Crusaders and dragged themselves off the bottom of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder w…

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20 Apr 2024, 8:41

Blues bash Brumbies in record-setting Super Rugby rout

The ACT Brumbies have confessed to copping a brutal beat-down after receiving a reality check with a record-breaking 46-7 Super Ru…

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20 Apr 2024, 5:33

Fijian Drua one win away from third consecutive Super Rugby Women’s title

Atelaite Buna has saved Fijian Drua's blushes with a scintillating hat-trick in Suva to put her side within reach of a third conse…

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19 Apr 2024, 2:45

Western Force sign ex-England hooker who will soon be Wallabies eligible

The Western Force's signing spree has continued with the capture of one-cap England international Nic Dolly for the 2025 Super Rug…

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18 Apr 2024, 22:55

Blues up first in fortnight that could make or break Brumbies’ season

An away trip to Auckland to face the Blues, before returning home to host the league-leading Crusaders seven days later.

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18 Apr 2024, 22:01

'It's chalk and cheese': Why the Brumbies are raring to go against the Blues

The in-form ACT Brumbies have returned from their bye week raring to go and more mentally switched on than they've been all year, …

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17 Apr 2024, 22:28

In-form forward joins Queensland Reds’ growing list of casualties

In-form lock Seru Uru has joined the Queensland Reds' growing list of casualties.

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16 Apr 2024, 0:06

Super Rugby statement: Racist slur probe

Super Rugby Pacific competition management, with the assistance of the Rebels and Rugby Australia, opened an investigation followi…

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15 Apr 2024, 3:36

Sevens recruit powers Rebels into top four after win over Highlanders

A hat-trick from exciting youngster Darby Lancaster has helped Melbourne march into the Super Rugby Pacific top four after a 47-31…

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13 Apr 2024, 16:04

Hookers steal the show as Force edge Brumbies in thriller

The Western Force will front up to Fijian Drua in the SuperW finals on a high after overcoming a three-try burst from Tania Naden …

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13 Apr 2024, 6:26

Harrison seals Waratahs win over Crusaders in golden point thriller

Will Harrison has breathed life into the Waratahs' ailing Super Rugby Pacific season by scoring a field goal in extra time to seal…

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12 Apr 2024, 6:56

McDermott, McReight see red as Queensland upset by Moana Pasifika

Poor discipline from Wallabies halfback and Queensland Reds captain Tate McDermott has cost his side badly in a 17-14 loss to Moan…

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12 Apr 2024, 4:32

Waratahs secure statement win over Reds before Super Rugby Women finals

The Waratahs will enter the Super Rugby Women finals as overwhelming favourites for a fifth title after a 34-19 defeat of the Quee…

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12 Apr 2024, 4:12

Paenga-Amosa eyes Wallabies return after signing Super Rugby deal

Former Australia hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa is heading back to Super Rugby Pacific after signing a long-term deal with the Wester…

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12 Apr 2024, 4:00

Wallaby Josh Kemeny explains decision to sign with Northampton Saints

Melbourne Rebels back-rower Josh Kemeny says his move overseas isn't about turning his back on the Wallabies but about making him …

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11 Apr 2024, 20:18

Waratahs to push past 'unfortunate' Angus Bell blow in vital Crusaders game

The NSW Waratahs are confident they can bounce back from the loss of star prop Angus Bell.

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11 Apr 2024, 18:35

'If I'm going to give union a crack': NRL star Angus Chrichton's rugby ultimatum

Angus Crichton has revealed it is almost a case of now or never for him to make a code switch, with the Sydney Roosters star admit…

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09 Apr 2024, 20:39

Ex-Wallaby Michael Hooper reaches Hong Kong semi-finals on SVNS debut

Michael Hooper's debut sevens tournament continues to prove a success with the Olympics-hunting Wallabies great enjoying cameo rol…

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06 Apr 2024, 21:09

Chiefs crush Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby response

All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa has bagged a hat-trick of tries as the Chiefs rebounded from last week's loss to the Crusaders to r…

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06 Apr 2024, 7:20

Waratahs season goes from bad to worse as Wallaby star injured

The NSW Waratahs' campaign has gone from bad to worse, thrashed by their fierce rivals the ACT Brumbies while losing star Wallabie…

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06 Apr 2024, 7:10

Crisis hit Melbourne Rebels romp home against Fijian Drua

Melbourne have roared home in the second half to secure a rousing 41-20 victory over Fijian Drua to keep their first Super Rugby P…

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05 Apr 2024, 6:22

Force on receiving end of ugly Blues' Super thrashing

A woeful Western Force have copped a Super Rugby Pacific thrashing, held try-less in a 50-3 belting by the Blues at Eden Park.

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05 Apr 2024, 3:47

Reds hold out Rebels for first Super W win

Teenage sensation Shalom Sauaso has helped lift the Queensland Reds off the bottom of the Super W ladder, the visitors holding off…

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05 Apr 2024, 3:40

‘Tah Week’: Brumbies players ready themselves for fierce rivals

ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham says his side's biggest rivalry remains intact, despite their stunning 11-match winning streak …

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05 Apr 2024, 2:25

Western Force look to bounce back from shock Drua thrashing against Blues

Western Force boss Simon Cron says his bottom-ranked side can only hang with the red-hot Blues in Auckland if they learn the lesso…

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04 Apr 2024, 20:59

Springboks great Bryan Habana backs Michael Hooper to succeed in SVNS

Michael Hooper is ready to launch the late-career switch to sevens from the international 15-a-side game.

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04 Apr 2024, 20:48

Last-ditch deal to save Melbourne Rebels in process but they have to move west

The financially-stricken Melbourne Rebels' Super Rugby Pacific future may be saved.

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03 Apr 2024, 19:14

Schmidt lures former All Black coaching guru to Wallabies staff

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has appointed vastly experienced Kiwi Mike Cron as his latest assistant.

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01 Apr 2024, 17:07

Israel Folau took just four minutes to score in his return to Japan Rugby League One

Dual-code international Israel Folau has taken just four minutes to put himself on the scoresheet in Japan Rugby League One on his…

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30 Mar 2024, 18:59

Quade Cooper joins chorus on hip-drops after Wallaby hooker and All Black stretchered off

Cooper had presciently posted three days earlier that the hip-drop tackle should be outlawed in rugby, saying "there's a lot of fo…

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30 Mar 2024, 18:49

Eddie Jones outcast the hero as Brumbies edge Reds

The ACT Brumbies have edged the Queensland Reds in a one-point thriller, Tom Wright scoring twice as the visitors retained their s…

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30 Mar 2024, 7:12

‘The one that got away’: Waterlogged Force thumped by Drua in Fiji

The Force were a man up for a total of 30 minutes in Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific clash at a rain soaked Churchill Park in Lauto…

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30 Mar 2024, 1:17

Rebels leave Waratahs' Super Rugby season in tatters

On life support themselves, the Melbourne Rebels have driven another nail into the NSW Waratahs' coffin with a spirited 27-21 Supe…

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29 Mar 2024, 6:55

Wallabies jerseys at stake: Brumbies ready for blockbuster Reds derby

The ACT Brumbies are ready to trade blows with the Queensland Reds in what shapes as an Australian contender for Super Rugby Pacif…

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27 Mar 2024, 23:28

‘Was really devastating’: Why Max Jorgensen re-signed with Australian rugby

Max Jorgensen has revealed how the despair of being ruled out of last year's Rugby World Cup was "100 per cent" a major driver in …

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27 Mar 2024, 23:01

James Slipper set to equal Australia’s all-time Super Rugby games record

James Slipper will etch his name in the history books when he returns to the Brumbies' starting XV for Saturday night's pivotal Su…

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27 Mar 2024, 0:27

'Run over any team': Waratahs remain upbeat despite losing run

Defiantly optimistic, the NSW Waratahs firmly believe they can still win the Super Rugby Pacific title despite starting their 2024…

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26 Mar 2024, 16:35

Fraser McReight eyes Wallabies Test connection with Reds’ bash brother

Fraser McReight wants to be joined at the hip in Wallabies gold with Harry Wilson.

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25 Mar 2024, 17:06

Western Force recruit former Wallaby lock Sam Carter

The Western Force's battered lock stocks have received a much-needed reinforcement with the signing of former Wallaby Sam Carter u…

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24 Mar 2024, 23:36

Force shock Reds to claim maiden victory of the Super Rugby season

The Western Force have unleashed a six-try blitz to stun the Queensland Reds 40-31 in their Super Rugby Pacific showdown at Perth'…

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23 Mar 2024, 6:59

Golden-point magic from Drua claims first-ever win over Waratahs

The Fijian Drua have broken NSW Waratahs hearts with a pulsating 39-36 Super Rugby Pacific win in tropical Lautoka.

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22 Mar 2024, 22:50

Brumbies run in nine tries in statement defeat of Moana Pasifika

A brilliant Tom Wright try-of-the-year contender has helped the ACT Brumbies trounce Moana Pasifika.

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22 Mar 2024, 5:33

Rebels no match for Hurricanes who keep unbeaten run alive

Melbourne have been left to rue another slow start in crashing to the table-topping Hurricanes.

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22 Mar 2024, 3:18

Waratahs focused on ‘doing a job’ in Fiji in bid to get season back on track

The NSW Waratahs plan on "doing a job" on the Fijian Drua in a desperate bid to reignite their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes.

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21 Mar 2024, 20:52

‘Hard to find some tickets’: Nawaqanitawase excited to play in Fiji

It's win-win for Fijian Drua fans, who can't wait for Wallabies sensation Mark Nawaqanitawase and his NSW Waratahs cohorts to ligh…

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21 Mar 2024, 1:05

‘Almost two of me’: Carter Gordon’s brother primed to take on Hurricanes

The younger brother of Melbourne's star playmaker Carter Gordon, 21-year-old Mason has been included on the bench for the first ti…

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21 Mar 2024, 0:58

Pay dispute sees Wallaby Filipo Daugunu miss second straight game

Star recruit Filipo Daugunu won't be available for Melbourne's Super Rugby Pacific clash with the table-topping Hurricanes despite…

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19 Mar 2024, 15:51

Joe Schmidt talks 'fickle' nature of talent, unlocking Australia's potential

It's how you bake the cake, according to Joe Schmidt, who has offered a different spin on how he plans to revive the Wallabies' fl…

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18 Mar 2024, 16:32

Joe Schmidt hints at how success will dictate the length of his Wallaby tenure

Schmidt signed on as the replacement for Eddie Jones for only two years as he juggles family commitments including the care of his…

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18 Mar 2024, 16:06

Lions could face a 'Reds-heavy' Wallaby team with young talent thriving

The Lions will play three Tests against the Wallabies as well as five games against Australia's Super Rugby Pacific outfits in Jun…

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18 Mar 2024, 15:34

Wallaby Pone Fa'amausili open to shifting from front to back row

Man mountain Pone Fa'amausili is open to dropping weight to play in the Melbourne back-row as he seeks more Super Rugby Pacific ga…

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17 Mar 2024, 23:05

Rugby Australia expecting huge draw as tickets for Lions tour go on sale

Rugby Australia are banking on pent-up demand from British and Irish Lions supporters as well as a Wallabies revival to sell out n…

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17 Mar 2024, 22:37

Deans trumps Rennie as ex-Wallaby bosses meet in Japan

Robbie Deans has won the battle of the Wallaby coaches in Japan as his Saitama Wild Knights beat Dave Rennie's Kobe Steelers 28-18…

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17 Mar 2024, 8:51

Waratahs unfazed by two Kiwi team losses after Crusaders scalp

The NSW Waratahs are headed to Fiji for business, not pleasure, as they look to get their Super Rugby Pacific campaign back on tra…

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16 Mar 2024, 23:49

Waratahs downed in ugly Super Rugby encounter with Blues

The NSW Waratahs are losing touch with the Super Rugby Pacific frontrunners after falling 12-10 to their bogey side the Blues in a…

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16 Mar 2024, 6:11

Waratahs run in big score against Brumbies to open Super W season

The NSW Waratahs have taken the first step towards redemption with a season-opening 45-10 Super Rugby Women's victory over the ACT…

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16 Mar 2024, 3:45

Brumbies battle back after halftime deficit to beat Highlanders

The Brumbies have won a see-sawing battle against the Highlanders with the ACT side continuing to find their Super Rugby Pacific f…

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16 Mar 2024, 0:57

Moana Pasifika's record-tying win extends Western Force's winless start

The Western Force's finals hopes are already dangling by a thread after they slumped to a 22-14 Super Rugby Pacific loss to Moana …

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15 Mar 2024, 17:14

Queensland Reds make a statement with hefty win over Rebels in Melbourne

Queensland have confirmed their status as Australia's top Super Rugby Pacific team, consigning Melbourne to a hefty 53-26 home gro…

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15 Mar 2024, 5:45

Western Force open Super Rugby Women’s season with big win over Rebels

Western Force winger Rosie McGehan has scored a double and dished off another to lead her side to a 36-12 Super Rugby Women's win.

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15 Mar 2024, 5:34

How Waratahs plan to get the most out of Mark Nawaqanitawase at fullback

The NSW Waratahs are under instructions to get more pill to X-factor Mark Nawaqanitawase on Saturday against the Blues.

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14 Mar 2024, 23:29

Joe Schmidt brings Laurie Fisher back into Wallabies camp as assistant

Wallabies' coach Joe Schmidt has made the first key appointment in his support team by offering another chance to Laurie Fisher.

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14 Mar 2024, 17:01

American set to break new ground with Reds in Super Rugby Women’s

Charli Jacoby will tell you cheerleading and rugby union have a lot in common.

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13 Mar 2024, 23:35

How Rebels used prop Pone Fa’amausili to prepare for Reds’ Harry Wilson

Melbourne have used man-mountain Pone Fa'amausili as their own Harry Wilson as they prepare to host Queensland.

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13 Mar 2024, 23:23

Waratahs unfazed about talk of Max Jorgensen going to NRL

The NSW Waratahs are playing down concerns about potentially losing another star back to the NRL.

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13 Mar 2024, 23:14

Les Kiss issues plea for Rugby Australia to retain 'special' star Jordan Petaia

Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss is confident fullback Jordan Petaia won't be lost to the NRL and has called for greater protection …

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12 Mar 2024, 15:50

'The gap's definitely closing': Waratahs flanker hungry for more wins over Kiwis

The New Zealand-born pilferer will go head to head with childhood rival Dalton Papali'i, as well as having to contend with Anton S…

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12 Mar 2024, 15:38

Tupou on facing old team: 'If I have to hurt them to make us win then I have to do it'

The Test prop joined the Rebels this season on a huge money deal, having started his career with the Reds back in 2016 and going o…

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12 Mar 2024, 15:24

Two ex-Wallaby coaches win big in Japan

Former Wallabies coaches Robbie Deans and Dave Rennie have enjoyed big wins in round nine of Japan Rugby League One.

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10 Mar 2024, 7:35

They’ve done it again: Queensland Reds register famous win with Chiefs upset

The Queensland Reds have produced another stunning upset win against the Chiefs.

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09 Mar 2024, 4:59

Touring Wales to play Queensland Reds in 'special' 20-year first

Wales will play the Queensland Reds in a 20-year first that Ballymore powerbrokers hope becomes a calendar staple.

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09 Mar 2024, 3:12

Brumbies overcome poor first-half to beat Western Force in Canberra

The ACT Brumbies have overcome a poor first half and a 14-point deficit to beat the Western Force at Canberra's GIO Stadium.

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09 Mar 2024, 0:05

Down to the wire: Waratahs fall to Highlanders in heartbreaking defeat

The NSW Waratahs have crashed back to earth with a crushing 23-21 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Highlanders.

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08 Mar 2024, 5:04

Melbourne Rebels go back-to-back with win over Moana Pasifika

Melbourne have made it back-to-back Super Rugby Pacific wins, holding on to beat Moana Pasifika 29-23 in Waikato.

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08 Mar 2024, 2:20

Nic White talks facing his Brumbies successor in return to Canberra

Nic White admits facing off against the ACT Brumbies for the first time will be emotional, but says he can't let the occasion dist…

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07 Mar 2024, 21:10

'That man is a genius on many levels': Opponents heap praise on Damian McKenzie

Les Kiss won't leave you unsure of his thoughts on the Chiefs as the injury-hit Queensland Reds prepare to welcome the Super Rugby…

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07 Mar 2024, 20:52

Waratahs challenged: 'If we don't win after last week, we're back to square one'

The NSW Waratahs are being ordered to man up and do it all again after consigning last week's dispatch of the champion Crusaders t…

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07 Mar 2024, 15:12

Kevin Foote: No risk in changing in-form Kellaway's position

Ahead of their clash with Moana Pasifika in Hamilton in the early Friday night game, Foote has opted to move the Wallabies ace.

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07 Mar 2024, 14:59

Selection issues highlighted by players in review of Wallabies' 2023 fiasco

More transparency around player selections was one of 23 recommendations made to Rugby Australia following an external review into…

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07 Mar 2024, 14:43

'That's not acceptable': Unauthorised millions spent on Wallabies' World Cup disaster

Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has revealed $2.6 million in unapproved expenses were invested in Eddie Jones' disastrous 2023 Wor…

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06 Mar 2024, 22:42

Brumbies hoping to rebound from reality check against the Chiefs

ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham hopes last weekend's 34-point humbling at the hands of the Chiefs serves as a reality check for…

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06 Mar 2024, 22:36

Ex-All Black prop set for Super Rugby comeback with Reds

Jeffery Toomaga-Allen expects some "pleasantries" when he reacquaints himself with the Chiefs as the Queensland Reds' new bench we…

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06 Mar 2024, 15:35

Black Ferns star Stacey Waaka signs with NRLW club

Stacey Waaka wants to dominate the NRLW, but not before the New Zealand rugby great attempts to add to her incredible medal haul…

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06 Mar 2024, 15:28

'You've got to go again': Waratahs out to prove beating Crusaders was no fluke

Intent on not being one-hit wonders, the NSW Waratahs have swiftly shifted their focus to claiming another prized scalp.

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05 Mar 2024, 15:15

Ardie Savea goes on rampage in Japan

World Rugby Player of the Year Ardie Savea has scored four tries as Dave Rennie's Kobelco Kobe Steelers blitzed Steve Hansen's Toy…

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03 Mar 2024, 5:05

Barrett red carded in 100th as Hurricanes win golden point thriller

Playing his 100th Super match, Barrett got a yellow card in the 57th minute for a shot on Reds fullback Jordan Petaia, who was als…

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03 Mar 2024, 2:09

Chiefs put Brumbies to the sword as Nanai-Seturo shines

The Chiefs have given the ACT Brumbies a harsh reality check with a thumping 46-12 victory in rugby's Super Round clash in Melbour…

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02 Mar 2024, 23:07

Waratahs condemn the Crusaders to worst Super Rugby start since 2014

NSW finally gave Australian rugby fans something to cheer about, with five-eighth Tane Edmed orchestrating the convincing victory …

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02 Mar 2024, 5:19

The Brumbies outline where they must improve to beat Chiefs

The Brumbies will face the Chiefs at AAMI Park as part of Super Round, with all 12 teams in action there over the weekend.

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02 Mar 2024, 0:02

Kiss urges Reds not to get ahead of themselves dreaming of win over Kiwis

Queensland coach Les Kiss doesn't want his troops to put any extra emphasis on achieving an early Super Rugby Pacific win against …

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01 Mar 2024, 20:24

Andrew Kellaway inspires Rebels to win over the Force

Filipo Daugunu scored a double and Andrew Kellaway made an early case to wear the Wallabies fullback jersey with a starring role i…

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01 Mar 2024, 6:03

Joe Schmidt: 'Gut feel, I'd like to go with the home-based player'

Schmidt spent his first official day as Australia's coach in Melbourne where he is taking in the Super Round, with all 12 teams pl…

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01 Mar 2024, 2:32

Melbourne Rebels' sports psychologist helping block out the noise

Melbourne's Carter Gordon isn't interested in a personal duel with Western Force No.10 Ben Donaldson, the player who usurped him i…

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28 Feb 2024, 21:49

Force lose Rodda as injury crisis deepens resulting in call to former fringe Crusaders prop

Western Force coach Simon Cron says Izack Rodda's untimely quad injury is hard on the team, and he'll take a careful approach with…

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28 Feb 2024, 13:51

Nawaqanitawase in doubt for Waratahs' Super Round clash

Sydney Roosters-bound winger Mark Nawaqanitawase is in doubt for the NSW Waratahs' crunch match with the benchmark Crusaders.

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27 Feb 2024, 23:03

Brumbies eyeing revenge against the Chiefs after semi-final loss

ACT Brumbies hooker Lachie Lonergan believes his team can make an early Super Rugby Pacific statement by rolling the powerhouse Ch…

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27 Feb 2024, 22:52

Ex-All Black set to debut for Rebels after 'deflating' first round loss

Melbourne believe the Western Force would have circled their Super Round rugby clash on Friday night as a must-win, as both team…

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27 Feb 2024, 14:56

Ex-All Black stars in Japan as Rennie's Steelers continue rise

The Kobelco Kobe Steelers have continued their rise up the Japan Rugby League One standings after a comfortable 27-17 win over Ric…

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25 Feb 2024, 15:47

'Me being too emotional': Noah Lolesio puts Carter talk to bed after Brumbies win

Noah Lolesio let his rugby do the talking as he steered the ACT Brumbies to a Super Rugby Pacific season-opening win.

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24 Feb 2024, 16:22

Waratahs coach issues update on Lalakai Foketi neck injury

A loss to Super Rugby Pacific rivals Queensland Reds has been softened by the positive outlook for star centre Lalakai Foketi, who…

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24 Feb 2024, 8:38

Reds begin Les Kiss era with win over Waratahs

Les Kiss's Queensland Reds tenure has begun with flashes of brilliance and moments of plain ridiculousness as the hosts beat the N…

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24 Feb 2024, 8:29

Force pay heavy price in Hurricanes blow-out in Perth

The Western Force have been made to pay dearly for a woeful first half in a 44-14 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Hurricanes at Pe…

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23 Feb 2024, 9:46

Crisis hit Melbourne Rebels receive on-field blow

Melbourne's off-field woes have been reflected in their round one Super Rugby Pacific performance against the ACT Brumbies, crashi…

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23 Feb 2024, 6:32

CT scan results are 'positive' for Lalakai Foketi after training injury

Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi has been cleared of major spinal damage, but it remains unclear if a neck injury suffered at NSW W…

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22 Feb 2024, 20:55

'Put some money on': Western Force coach reacts to team's low odds

Western Force coach Simon Cron has declared finals as the bare-minimum benchmark for his team this season, and he isn't worried ab…

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22 Feb 2024, 15:37

Waratahs hit by shock training injury as Wallaby centre Foketi hospitalised

Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi has been taken to hospital in an ambulance after suffering a neck injury at NSW Waratahs training.

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21 Feb 2024, 22:08

Wallaby flyhalves 'personal' rivalry resumes after 2023 spat

Noah Lolesio will be out to make a statement when he locks horns with Wallabies five-eighth rival Carter Gordon in Friday night's …

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21 Feb 2024, 22:02

Super Rugby Pacific 2024: Predicted finish for every Australian team

A guide to the Australian teams in the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season with predictions for every team.

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21 Feb 2024, 18:10

Wallaby lock Rodda in doubt for Force opener

Wallabies lock Izack Rodda's highly-anticipated return looks set to be put on ice after he injured his quad at Western Force train…

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21 Feb 2024, 15:15

Danny Care the blueprint as Wallaby Nic White eyes 2027 World Cup appearance

Wallabies scrumhalf Nic White has left the door ajar for a fairytale appearance at the 2027 World Cup.

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20 Feb 2024, 16:25

Wallaby Izaia Perese fit to face Reds in Waratahs’ season opener

The NSW Waratahs have received a much-needed morale booster ahead of their Super Rugby Pacific season opener.

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20 Feb 2024, 16:16

Reds’ Harry Wilson with a point to prove in fierce derby brimming with ‘hatred’

Queensland No.8 Harry Wilson wants to prove a point to NSW rival Langi Gleeson in a Super Rugby Pacific season opener.

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20 Feb 2024, 16:10

Phil Waugh's 'important' challenge to Australia's Super Rugby teams

Phil Waugh is challenging Australia's under-performing Super Rugby sides to finally stand up to their New Zealand rivals.

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19 Feb 2024, 19:09

Kiss of approval as Reds look to get the best out of Harry Wilson

Les Kiss has given his Queensland Reds permission to push their limits in a move he thinks will set Harry Wilson free again.

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19 Feb 2024, 18:59

'Ideally, you see our 5 Super Rugby teams consistently beating NZ teams'

Phil Waugh is challenging Australia's under-performing Super Rugby sides to finally stand up to their New Zealand rivals for the s…

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19 Feb 2024, 10:48

Reds playmaker James O’Connor to miss at least 3 rounds with pre-season injury

Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss is tossing up blooding a teenage debutant at No.10 for the Super Rugby Pacific opener as he grapple…

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19 Feb 2024, 0:37

Fight for survival: Rebels coach calls on Melburnians to get behind team

Melbourne coach Kevin Foote believes two things can help the financially-stricken Super Rugby Pacific side mount a case for surviv…

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19 Feb 2024, 0:29

Why John Eales has urged Wallabies not to rush captaincy decision

It is not important who captains the Wallabies to begin the Joe Schmidt era following the instability of Eddie Jones' brief tenure…

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19 Feb 2024, 0:16

Trailblazer Jo Yapp breaks the mould as Wallaroos coach

Jo Yapp hopes to be a trailblazer after signing on as the first female ever to coach the Wallaroos.

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19 Feb 2024, 0:07

Tickets finally to go on sale for Rebels’ Super Rugby season opener on Friday

Tickets for the Melbourne Rebels' round one Super Rugby Pacific match are finally ready to go on sale.

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18 Feb 2024, 19:56

Wallabies star Izack Rodda puts foot faults behind him

Wallabies lock Izack Rodda is optimistic his foot injury woes are finally behind him, revealing a high arch that has now been flat…

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18 Feb 2024, 6:16

'We deserve it, and we need it': Rebels calling for Melbourne fans to show up

Melbourne attack coach Tim Sampson is urging Victorian fans to give the Rebels the crowd "they deserve" as they open their Super R…

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16 Feb 2024, 22:53

Andrew Kellaway steers new-look Rebels to another trial victory

Fullback Andrew Kellaway has marshalled Melbourne to a morale-boosting 26-21 victory over Fijian Drua in their final Super Rugby P…

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16 Feb 2024, 15:14

'He's ready this year': David Wilson endorses the next great Wallaby flanker

World Cup-winning Wallabies flanker David Wilson has tipped a modern day counterpart to own the position this season after the pai…

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16 Feb 2024, 14:55

Taniela Tupou backed to 'wipe out the noise' and perform for Rebels

Taniela Tupou has been challenged to defy the "daunting" uncertainty surrounding his new Melbourne home and prove he's one of the …

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15 Feb 2024, 22:26

Rugby Australia confirm Melbourne Rebels' participation in Super W 2024

The cash-strapped Melbourne Rebels will press ahead with a Super W team in 2024 despite the club's future looking increasingly gri…

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15 Feb 2024, 22:11

Rugby Australia announce increase in pay for female athletes

Australia's premier women's rugby players will receive a guaranteed $72,458 in 2024 following a 28 per cent increase from Rugby Au…

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15 Feb 2024, 18:37

Kevin Foote paints a grim picture of Rebels' future after redundancies

Even with the axe hanging over their head, Foote had hoped to carry on as "business as usual" but the loss of CEO Baden Stephenson…

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15 Feb 2024, 14:41

John Eales helps revive legend of All Blacks' shock loss

When you're staging a play about beating the All Blacks, you could do worse than give John Eales a call.

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14 Feb 2024, 20:57

Excitement machine Corey Toole still on rugby sevens radar

ACT winger Corey Toole admits he hasn't closed the door on a return to rugby sevens and an Olympic bid later this year.

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14 Feb 2024, 20:52

Wallaroos star Kaitlan Leaney set to return to Waratahs for Super W

Wallaroos star Kaitlan Leaney is set to return to the NSW Waratahs for the upcoming 2024 Super Rugby W season.

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12 Feb 2024, 21:58

Offside rule tweak to end ‘kick tennis’ and ‘open up’ Super Rugby Pacific

Officials on Tuesday revealed a law variation that they think will close a "loophole" and encourage counterattacking rugby.

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12 Feb 2024, 18:39

'That's the focus': Lukhan Salakaia-Loto sets sights on Wallabies recall

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has set his sights on a Wallabies recall under new coach Joe Schmidt.

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11 Feb 2024, 21:26

Kurtley Beale cleared on rape charge after 2 hours of jury deliberation

Over two weeks, a trial has heard graphic and intimate details of the night Kurtley Beale was accused of raping a woman in the bat…

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11 Feb 2024, 5:27

Joe Schmidt watches on as Jock Campbell delivers pre-season masterclass

Queensland Reds fullback Jock Campbell knew he wasn't Eddie Jones' type.

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10 Feb 2024, 16:15

Joe Schmidt on hand as Waratahs suffer trial game shocker to Reds

The NSW Waratahs have some headaches as the Super Rugby Pacific season approaches, after they were steamrolled by the Queensland R…

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10 Feb 2024, 7:39

Rebels captain Leota says team has a 'greater purpose' amid turmoil

Melbourne captain Rob Leota says Rob Valetini winning the John Eales Medal is proof of the talent in Victoria.

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09 Feb 2024, 15:14

Super Rugby trials heating up as big names return

Two contenders for a plum Wallabies playmaking role will begin their campaigns this weekend in Super Rugby Pacific trial matches.

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09 Feb 2024, 14:52

World Cup rematches inbound as Wallabies and Wallaroos release 2024 schedules

The Wallabies have the chance to exact some Rugby World Cup revenge when they host Wales in two Tests within a week this year.

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08 Feb 2024, 21:17

Harry Potter already thriving in Force's bid for 'edge to edge exciting rugby'

Western Force recruit Harry Potter is keen to embrace coach Simon Cron's bid for faster and more exciting rugby.

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08 Feb 2024, 14:47

Wallabies backrower Valetini scoops Rugby Australia's top prize

The 25-year-old was one of the Wallabies' most consistent performers in an otherwise disappointing 12 months that culminated in Au…

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07 Feb 2024, 13:52

'I'm scared that because of his profile people will hate us'

A woman who claims she was sexually assaulted by rugby star Kurtley Beale had concerns about telling police due to the former Wall…

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05 Feb 2024, 4:44

Rebels end horror week on a high after beating Waratahs

The Melbourne Rebels have put aside their off-field woes to post a 38-12 victory over the NSW Waratahs in their first hit-out of t…

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03 Feb 2024, 18:21

Force sink Reds at Ballymore while Brumbies outlast Fiji Drua

Life on the road is already looking brighter for the Western Force after a late penalty earned them a 21-19 pre-season win over th…

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03 Feb 2024, 18:15

Suliasi Vunivalu on World Cup 'gamble' and tough talk with Eddie Jones

Suliasi Vunivalu has lifted the lid on his big contract "gamble" and how he learned to speak up to save his rugby career.

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02 Feb 2024, 15:23

James O'Connor on Reds' teenage sensation: 'Big, quick, good work ethic, smart'

Barely 18, the schoolboy rugby monster is already out-lifting most of the seasoned Queensland Reds backs in the gym.

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01 Feb 2024, 15:51

Young Wallabies 'hungry' and 'recharged' for Super season

Former Wallabies captain James Slipper admits his teammates are itching to get back into club rugby and put the ugly World Cup cha…

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01 Feb 2024, 15:15

Rugby Australia 'want to accelerate that decision' on Rebels' future

The Melbourne Rebels will know their long-term Super fate sooner rather than later, with Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh keen to a…

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01 Feb 2024, 14:48

'We're all gung-ho': Cash-strapped Rebels willing to fight for future

The cash-strapped Rebels have entered voluntary administration and handed their licence back to Rugby Australia, who in return wil…

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30 Jan 2024, 14:43

Mo'unga wins battle of All Black No 10s as Barrett injured in Japan

The anticipated clash between rival All Blacks No 10s lasted only 16 minutes before Beauden Barrett left the field, leaving countr…

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29 Jan 2024, 19:28

Lynagh niggle adds intrigue to Reds' No.10 question

Tom Lynagh's English accent is fading and in its place is a new-found mongrel he knows he'll need as the race to wear the Queensla…

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28 Jan 2024, 5:19

Melbourne Rebels hold player meeting following shock reports in Aussie press

The Melbourne Rebels insist they haven't entered voluntary administration but the move is potentially on the table for the financi…

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26 Jan 2024, 4:52

Australia put Olympic 'performance bubble' to test at Perth SVNS

Australia's gold-hunting rugby sevens teams will use Perth's world series pressure-cooker to test their Olympic ambitions.

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24 Jan 2024, 14:32

James O'Connor explains bold ambitions he still has for his career

Now 33, O'Connor has shelved retirement plans and would love another Wallabies chance after a knee injury last year ended any hope…

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24 Jan 2024, 2:44

Les Kiss: 'Surgical' Joe Schmidt will 'cut through the fluff' for Wallabies

The Wallabies' "surgical" new coach will get Australian rugby's different arms singing from the same hymn sheet once again.

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23 Jan 2024, 15:20

Teagan Levi: 'I'm scared for the other teams for Maddi to be fresh'

Teagan Levi fears for rival teams when her big sister Maddison is finally unleashed in the Perth Sevens as Australia's women gun f…

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23 Jan 2024, 14:57

Scott Robertson expecting feisty Bledisloe with Schmidt at helm for Wallabies

The Wallabies are in good hands with new coach Joe Schmidt, All Blacks mentor Scott Robertson says, and he's expecting Australia t…

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22 Jan 2024, 22:34

Watch: Son of former Wallabies great Lynagh produces stunning solo try

Louis Lynagh, son of a former Wallabies great and once in line to be an England winger, may have helped reboot his international …

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20 Jan 2024, 18:58

Wallabies World Cup review lands on Joe Schmidt's desk hours before arrival

New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is yet to view the findings of a report into the side's World Cup failings that was submitted on t…

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19 Jan 2024, 15:06

'A lot of work to do': Schmidt's advice from former Wallaby coaches

Schmidt said he had chatted to Dave Rennie and other former coaching staff, but not Eddie Jones, about what to expect with the Wal…

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19 Jan 2024, 14:52

Joe Schmidt hoping World Cup hurt will breed new edge in Wallaby mentality

New coach Joe Schmidt is warning it will take time for the Wallabies' scars to heal from Eddie Jones's ill-fated second coming.

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19 Jan 2024, 14:34

Liam Mitchell outstanding in Wild Knights' mauling: Japan League One wrap

Kiwi second row Liam Mitchell, partnered with Springbok Lood de Jager, was outstanding all day as the Wild Knights racked up 81-po…

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14 Jan 2024, 5:56

'I know Australia': Andy Farrell insists Lions wary of Wallabies 'psyche'

British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell is confident the Wallabies will overcome their woes and "get it right" in time for the …

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11 Jan 2024, 14:21

Quade Cooper return marred after just 11 minutes

A yellow card and a 27-point hammering have marked an inglorious start for World Cup outcast Quade Cooper as he began his quest to…

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06 Jan 2024, 5:29

Perth to Paris: Gold on the mind for Australia Women's Sevens

Sevens star Charlotte Caslick says it sucked not snaring a medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, but she's liking what she sees from t…

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04 Jan 2024, 15:10

Wallabies coach candidate gains momentum as Nucifora returns

Phil Waugh said RA would ramp up the chase for a successor to Eddie Jones following Friday's confirmation that journeyman Peter Ho…

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21 Dec 2023, 21:54

Rugby Australia recruit two big fish to help steer Wallabies ship

The appointment of the pair could help lure former Ireland coach Joe Schmidt, after the Kiwi mentor worked in a World Rugby high-p…

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21 Dec 2023, 14:36

Phil Waugh on the potential return of Michael Cheika: 'Everyone's in the hunt'

Phil Waugh isn't ruling out Rugby Australia going back to the well once more and hiring Michael Cheika as Wallabies coach for a se…

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19 Dec 2023, 15:10

'We've got options': Les Kiss undecided on Reds' best first five-eighth

Les Kiss wants his team to be clinical and courageous and, with that in mind, is tossing up his options at No.10 for the Queenslan…

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19 Dec 2023, 14:41

Quade Cooper still a no show as Shannon Frizell makes his mark in Japan

Robbie Deans remains the coach to beat in Japanese club rugby after his seven-time national champions, Saitama Wild Knights, made …

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17 Dec 2023, 6:26

'You can only peak once': Australia measuring SVNS success for Olympics

Australian rugby sevens gun Maddison Levi is borrowing from the nation's world-beating swimmers in an attempt to peak for Paris.

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15 Dec 2023, 15:18

Eddie Jones out to salvage reputation back in Japan

Eddie Jones's reputation as a rugby coaching guru can now perhaps only be resurrected in the country where they still remember him…

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13 Dec 2023, 16:37

'Clean slate': Wallaby Fraser McReight vows to use ‘tough’ World Cup for good

Fraser McReight is adamant he's the kind of person who will use the Wallabies' World Cup disappointment to flourish, not flounder.

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13 Dec 2023, 16:27

Former Wallabies skipper weighs in on next Australian coach options

Stephen Moore has urged Rugby Australia to learn from a "pretty unfortunate 12 months" and not be afraid of the prospect of appoin…

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12 Dec 2023, 4:30

Jo Yapp named Wallaroos head coach in historic appointment

England's Jo Yapp will become the first female head coach of a senior Australian football team after being named as Wallaroos boss…

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11 Dec 2023, 22:08

Phil Waugh: Super Rugby must speed up to lure fans back

Rugby Australian boss Phil Waugh is adamant speeding up the game and having the ball in play longer is paramount to winning back d…

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11 Dec 2023, 8:28

Foley thrashed, All Black icons score in first round of Japanese rugby season

The title defence of Wallaby Bernard Foley's Kubota Spears Tokyo Bay in Japan's club rugby has got off to the worst possible start…

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10 Dec 2023, 7:03

The rare list of rugby union stars who tried a code switch to league

In the days when rugby union was amateur, code switches to rugby league were the norm but for the last 30 years it has been mo…

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09 Dec 2023, 19:55

'We played ruthlessly': Australia chasing back-to-back SVNS circuit wins

Australia's flying Olympic hopefuls in the women's sevens are determined to make it back-to-back world series triumphs in Cape Tow…

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07 Dec 2023, 21:15

Taniela Tupou looking to 'reach the next level' in fresh start with Rebels

Melbourne Rebels recruit Taniela Tupou has narrowed his focus as he seeks to put a painful World Cup experience and injury-riddled…

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07 Dec 2023, 20:21

Rugby Australia 'disappointed' but not concerned by Nawaqanitawase's defection

The defection of one of their brightest rising stars is a big loss for Rugby Australia (RA) at a time when the code is under incre…

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06 Dec 2023, 18:02

New contender for the next Wallabies captain emerges

Highly-rated prop Angus Bell has put his hand up to captain the wounded Wallabies after conceding Australia's Rugby World Cup flop…

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06 Dec 2023, 17:53

Rugby Australia to trial lower tackle height in community game

Rugby Australia have announced a lower tackle height trial as they look to minimise the risk of concussions and encourage more pla…

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30 Nov 2023, 22:21

Rugby Australia secure eight-figure loan after major sponsor walks

Chief executive Phil Waugh believes pursuing a debt capital path was the right decision for rugby in Australia and believes the in…

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24 Nov 2023, 15:25

New Rugby Australia chairman makes new promise to the fans

New Rugby Australia chairman Dan Herbert is promising to listen to the people after taking a thinly-veiled parting shot at his mav…

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20 Nov 2023, 13:29

'I want the absolute proof': Eddie Jones's links to coaching Japan to be uncovered

Hamish McLennan intends to finally uncover the truth about Eddie Jones's links to coaching Japan while still the Wallabies mentor,…

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19 Nov 2023, 21:09

Hamish McLennan spills on 'power grab' at Rugby Australia that led to exit

Claiming to be the victim of a power grab, Hamish McLennan believes his axing as Rugby Australia chairman will only create further…

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19 Nov 2023, 21:00

Quit deadline extension handed to Australia chairman Hamish McLennan

Embattled Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan has been handed a deadline extension to consider his future as leader of the sp…

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18 Nov 2023, 6:15

‘We have been failing’: Hamish McLennan vows to remain as Rugby Australia boss

Hamish McLennan has vowed to stay on as Rugby Australia chairman despite being given an ultimatum to step down by six state unions…

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17 Nov 2023, 19:51

‘I understood Eddie’s philosophy’: Stephen Larkham open to Wallabies job

Stephen Larkham is open to coaching the Wallabies but says he's had no discussions with Rugby Australia about replacing Eddie Jone…

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15 Nov 2023, 19:25

Rugby Australia CEO rules out any more Suaalli-like raids on NRL

Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh says the days of throwing blank cheques at NRL stars are over.

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14 Nov 2023, 20:45

‘We want the best athletes’: NRL chief insists rugby raids will be fair on clubs

NRL chief Andrew Abdo insists any salary-cap exemptions to attract players from rival codes would be implemented fairly.

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13 Nov 2023, 23:33

Rebels turn to AFL psychologist to address 'mental thing'

Melbourne have enlisted an AFL premiership sports psychologist to address their Super Rugby Pacific shortcomings.

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12 Nov 2023, 18:42

Unbeaten Australia claim gold at Oceania Sevens

Former Wallaby Lote Tuqiri has described Maddison Levi as a "weapon" after she led Australia to title glory at the Oceania 7s in B…

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12 Nov 2023, 14:43

Defensive lapses cost Australia in tight battles with rivals at Oceania Sevens

Australia have been left to rue some key defensive lapses after suffering tight losses to Fiji and New Zealand in the men's compet…

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11 Nov 2023, 17:14

‘It’s unfair’: Hamish McLennan doubles down on Eddie Jones appointment

Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan doesn't regret hiring Eddie Jones, despite the Wallabies coach's short-lived reign over a…

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09 Nov 2023, 17:34

Rebels expect big things from Taniela Tupou after ‘smart recruitment'

Melbourne expect superstar Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou to hit the ground running, with their new recruit to start training with t…

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09 Nov 2023, 17:22

Eddie Jones confirms interest in Japan coaching job

Eddie Jones has given the strongest indication yet that he's keen to take on the Japan coaching job for a second time.

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07 Nov 2023, 23:53

Eddie Jones expects to be in his next job 'very shortly'

The irrepressible Eddie Jones has promised he'll be back in a rugby job "very shortly" as he left the scene of his latest losing c…

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05 Nov 2023, 16:53

Reds put Japanese side to sword in return to Ballymore

The Queensland Reds hung on in a thriller to beat Japanese side Saitama Wild Knights 31-29 in a return to their spiritual home of …

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04 Nov 2023, 7:29

Wallaroos looking to hand Tregonning a 'fairytale finish' with WXV1 win

Assistant coach Scott Fava is confident the Wallaroos can continue their winning momentum when they meet Wales in WXV1. 

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02 Nov 2023, 19:36

Discarded Wallaby Jock Campbell backed for international revival

The 28-year-old will play No.15 for the Reds against Japanese side Saitama Wild Knights at Ballymore on Saturday.

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02 Nov 2023, 19:21

'Elvis has left the building': Deans gives Wallabies advice after ruling himself out

Robbie Deans has offered Rugby Australia some sage advice after becoming the first big name to rule himself out as a contender to …

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01 Nov 2023, 5:52

Stewart returns to Wallaroos starting XV against Wales

Head coach Jay Tregonning has made one change to his starting XV from last week's victory over France as the Wallaroos prepare to …

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31 Oct 2023, 20:51

Eddie Jones' 'breaking point' revealed over his decision to walk

Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh believes Eddie Jones walking away from the remaining four years of his contract is the "sensible o…

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31 Oct 2023, 20:40

Rugby Australia boss apologises for the state of the Wallabies

Feeling the despair of fans, Phil Waugh has apologised for the Wallabies' dismal 2023 campaign while promising to drag Australia's…

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31 Oct 2023, 20:34

The tides of change are in motion for All Blacks

As Australian rugby churns from crisis to crisis, New Zealanders are also confronting a new era for their beloved All Blacks.

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30 Oct 2023, 17:04

Rugby Australia set sights on new coach as Eddie Jones walks

Eddie Jones has left Rugby Australia scrambling for a new national coach after sensationally walking out on the Wallabies 10 month…

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29 Oct 2023, 20:54

Michael Hooper's classy response to surprising Eddie Jones remarks

Michael Hooper has avoided being drawn into a war of words with Wallabies coach Eddie Jones, who says he didn't select the long-ti…

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29 Oct 2023, 4:43

Eddie Jones quits as Wallabies boss after 10 disastrous months

Eddie Jones has resigned as Wallabies coach, just 10 months into a five-year deal.

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29 Oct 2023, 4:20

Ian Foster on the cusp of vindication with it all on the line

The Rugby World Cup final offers New Zealand and South Africa the chance to win a fourth title and become the greatest nation in t…

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27 Oct 2023, 21:39

'Superstar of the future': Wallaroos back 18-year-old to shine against France

The Wallaroos are looking to upset giant-killers France, who downed world champions New Zealand 18-17 on their home turf in round …

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27 Oct 2023, 21:28

'Didn't have the class': Cheika refuses to leave World Cup on sour note

The Pumas were blown away at the Stade de France but will return next Friday to play either England or South Africa.

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20 Oct 2023, 22:05

Wallaroos single out England skipper withs sights set on upset

Wallaroos assistant coach Scott Fava said his fifth-ranked team was aware of the challenge presented across the park by world No.1…

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19 Oct 2023, 23:38

Super W expansion delayed as 2024 schedule announced

The five-round season, plus a two-week finals series, kicks off on Friday, March 15 with the Western Force hosting the Melbourne R…

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17 Oct 2023, 23:41

Wallaroos shift Palu from midfield to blindside in team for England

The Australians open their campaign in Wellington against England on Friday night, followed by matches against France and Wales.

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17 Oct 2023, 23:26

'The definition of insanity': Eddie Jones gets 'factual' on World Cup selections

Eddie Jones has finally revealed the reason for omitting Quade Cooper from Australia's Rugby World Cup squad.

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17 Oct 2023, 15:34

Eddie Jones doubles down on denying Japan talks, commits to Wallabies

Eddie Jones remains committed to Australian rugby and says his full intention is to coach the Wallabies through to the home World …

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16 Oct 2023, 19:31

Australian government boosts funding for Fijiana and Fijian Drua

While Fiji helped dump the floundering Wallabies out of the Rugby World Cup, Australia has announced additional funding to support…

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16 Oct 2023, 17:42

Queensland throws support behind Rugby Australia's centralisation bid

The Wallabies' World Cup flop has prompted a top-to-bottom review of the national program and shone a spotlight on RA's bid to ali…

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10 Oct 2023, 23:33

Eddie Jones 'not comfortable' with results but backs World Cup strategy

Eddie Jones says his mum Nellie anxiously texted him last year after a run of poor results as England coach, asking him if he was …

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09 Oct 2023, 16:43

Moore says 'this is the time for the change' in Australian rugby

Former Australia great Stephen Moore says urgent action is needed to save rugby in this country following the Wallabies' disastrou…

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09 Oct 2023, 16:15

Skelton interrupts Jones as coach takes blame for injury toll

Wallabies coach Eddie Jones says he blames himself for injuries to captain Will Skelton and prop Taniela Tupou in training in the …

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06 Oct 2023, 19:45

Wallabies' Carter Gordon sent home early with knee injury

The Wallabies' wretched World Cup just goes from bad to worse with Carter Gordon and Nick Frost ruled out for the remainder of the…

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04 Oct 2023, 15:19

'Prepared to fight': Uruguay to fire 'last bullet' against All Blacks

Centre Vilaseca insisted Uruguay have a plan to take the game to New Zealand, who need a bonus-point win on Thursday to be guarant…

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03 Oct 2023, 17:33

'It's not over until it's over': Wallabies to don red in hope of Portugal upset

The Australians are in limbo this week; their slim hopes hanging on minnows Portugal denying Fiji a single competition point in th…

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02 Oct 2023, 23:07

Rugby Australia admit there is a mountain to climb after wild weekend

With footy finals done in Australia, it was supposed to be the Wallabies' time to shine but instead, the sport is preparing for a …

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02 Oct 2023, 22:51

Rugby Australia say Eddie Jones' job as Wallabies head coach is safe

While describing the Wallabies' World Cup campaign as "bitterly disappointing", Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh believes axing emb…

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02 Oct 2023, 4:14

New Zealand's esteemed Ranfurly Shield trophy trashed in party rampage

New Zealand Rugby will confiscate and repair the coveted Ranfurly Shield from recent winners Hawke's Bay after their players broke…

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02 Oct 2023, 4:09

How the Wallabies could still survive Pool C

The Wallabies' World Cup in France remains alive - for another day at least - with Fiji failing to secure the maximum points neede…

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01 Oct 2023, 8:38

Black Ferns retain O’Reilly Cup by thrashing Wallaroos in Hamilton

The Wallaroos have been thrashed 43-3 by New Zealand in their second O'Reilly Cup rugby clash of 2023.

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30 Sep 2023, 14:09

Grim Wallaby World Cup won't diminish 'pride' of debut for Perese

At least someone is smiling in the Wallabies camp with Izaia Perese beaming after finally earning a call-up for their last Rugby …

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29 Sep 2023, 20:27

Eddie Jones explains why he's axed Samu Kerevi

Coach Eddie Jones has dumped Wallabies spearhead Samu Kerevi for their last World Cup pool match against Portugal in the latest o…

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29 Sep 2023, 12:03

'It's me': Eddie Jones offers himself up as the fall-guy for Wallabies' campaign

Following historic losses to Fiji and Wales, which put the Wallabies on the brink of missing the quarter-finals for the first time…

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29 Sep 2023, 11:57

Tom Hooper on Wales loss: 'That'll fuel me for the rest of my career'

Young flanker Tom Hooper is embracing the pain of the Wallabies' woeful World Cup performance, saying he will use it as fuel for t…

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28 Sep 2023, 20:15

Stephen Moore says Rugby Australia lack vision, Eddie Jones must come clean

Straight-shooting former Australia Test captain Stephen Moore says Eddie Jones must come clean on the Japan job and the Wallabies …

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28 Sep 2023, 19:59

The rugby league 'legend' inspiring Andrew Kellaway

Australia's defence coach hasn't fronted the media in France since a brief zoom call last month but Kellaway has been picking the …

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28 Sep 2023, 19:22

'It's obviously very devastating' - Wallabies aim to bounce back against minnows

The Wallabies plan to have all guns blazing against Portugal even if their Rugby World Cup campaign has been officially declared d…

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28 Sep 2023, 10:44

Influential Wallabies captain yet to reach peak of powers

Skelton himself said he might be too old, but Jones wants to see him at the next World Cup in 2027, hosted by Australia.

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26 Sep 2023, 21:23

Eddie Jones and Wallabies to face external review after 'disappointing' World Cup

The fate of Wallabies coach Eddie Jones rests on a post World Cup review with Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh saying the team has …

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25 Sep 2023, 16:15

'They'll be licking their lips': Wounded Wallabies expect Portugal to smell blood

Fullback Andrew Kellaway expects Portugal to be "licking their lips" about their World Cup clash with the battered Wallabies

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25 Sep 2023, 15:59

Eddie Jones receives support from unlikely ally

Eddie Jones has found a most unlikely ally as he fights doggedly to save his Wallabies coaching career following Australia's lates…

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25 Sep 2023, 5:29

Ex-Wallaby proposes scrapping Australian Super Rugby team

Eternally wounded from his own World Cup horror show, former Wallaby Stephen Hoiles believes less Australian Super Rugby teams is …

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25 Sep 2023, 5:15

Eddie Jones takes issue with questions over his commitment to Wallabies

A defiant Eddie Jones plans to fight for survival, insisting he's 100 per cent committed to turning the Wallabies around.

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25 Sep 2023, 0:34

Rugby Australia statement: Eddie Jones 'story'

Rugby Australia is standing by its man after reports Eddie Jones has been interviewed to take over the Japan coaching role after t…

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24 Sep 2023, 4:37

Bigger and better: Wallabies prioritise physicality against Wales

Admitting they were "spooked" by Fiji, veteran prop James Slipper feels the Wallabies have fixed their weaknesses.

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22 Sep 2023, 22:00

The 130kg giant-sized former NRL prospect tasked with replacing Tupou and Skelton

Missing big bodies Will Skelton and Taniela Tupou through injury for their must-win match in Lyon on Sunday (Monday AEST), Fa'ama…

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22 Sep 2023, 12:28

Eddie Jones admits his future with Wallabies at stake

Eddie Jones says he's unsure if he will be coaching the Wallabies beyond the World Cup if they fall to Wales in their crunch pool …

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22 Sep 2023, 12:09

‘Talk about leadership’: Wallabies in the dark before must-win Wales clash

Despite their World Cup hopes hanging by a thread, the Wallabies are in the dark about who will lead the side in one of the bigges…

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21 Sep 2023, 10:17

‘It’s a massive game’: Wales wary of ‘wounded’ Wallabies

The Wallabies are like a "wounded animal" ahead of their high-stakes World Cup clash in Lyon, according to Wales assistant coach …

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21 Sep 2023, 10:09

Wallabies 'at the start of the cycle' needing to 'fast track' form

Jones took the blame for the Fiji loss and said he would be held accountable for his bold selection calls and game plan.

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19 Sep 2023, 23:03

Wallabies finding rhythm in key area to lead World Cup statistics

The shell-shocked Australians are preparing for a must-win clash with Wales in Lyon this Sunday, with their hopes of a quarter-fin…

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19 Sep 2023, 17:09

Piper Duck ruled out as Wallaroos name squad for WXV 1

Michaela Leonard will lead the Wallaroos on a four-Test tour of New Zealand while regular captain Piper Duck recovers from ankle s…

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19 Sep 2023, 16:27

'Shadows in every corner': Wallabies block out noise for must-win clash

Australia's World Cup-defining clash with Wales can't come soon enough for Wallabies coach Eddie Jones, who is still searching for…

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18 Sep 2023, 21:07

Australia insist there are 'no mind games' as Skelton still a chance

The Wallabies insist they haven't made a final call on injured captain Will Skelton for their Rugby World Cup clash with Fiji even…

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16 Sep 2023, 10:52

Wallabies prop Schoupp looking for A-grade performance

Schoolteacher-turned-World Cup prop Blake Schoupp is fortunate Wallabies coach Eddie Jones saw something in him that his students …

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15 Sep 2023, 22:47

World Cup winner says elite defence no longer in the Wallabies DNA

Conceding just one try in a game is something Wallabies fans can only dream of. But how about one try through an entire Rugby Worl…

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15 Sep 2023, 21:28

Wallabies rocked by giant injury scare

The Wallabies have been rocked ahead of their crucial Rugby World Cup clash against Fiji with skipper Will Skelton in major doubt …

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15 Sep 2023, 6:34

Next man up mentality needed for Wallabies battling injury toll

The Wallabies have mixed news on the injury front with spearhead Taniela Tupou unlikely to face Fiji.

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14 Sep 2023, 20:33

'Keep earning that jersey': How Jones is mentoring his young playmaker

He's the golden child of Eddie Jones but that doesn't mean Carter Gordon hasn't had some tough chats with the Wallabies coach.

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14 Sep 2023, 19:49

Wallabies aim to pump brakes on Fiji's 'Semi-trailer'

The Wallabies are looking to put the brakes on Fiji's Semi Radradra with the ex-NRL star in their sights in their Rugby World Cup …

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14 Sep 2023, 4:22

Wallabies enforcer Taniela Tupou in doubt for Fiji clash

The Wallabies' front row stocks to face Fiji have taken a hit with key strike weapon Taniela Tupou under an injury cloud.

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14 Sep 2023, 4:14

‘Tucked each other in the bed’: Wallabies uncover World Cup larrikin

The Wallabies have uncovered a new version of "The Honey Badger" in country kid Tom Hooper.

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14 Sep 2023, 4:02

Eddie Jones delivers ode to maturing as a coach

Eddie Jones says he's joined Melbourne master coach Craig Bellamy in becoming more of a father figure towards his young Wallabies …

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12 Sep 2023, 21:34

'Fiji holds a special place in our heart': Kerevi fit and firing for crucial clash

The Wallabies need 108kg Kerevi at his tackle-busting best against Fiji, who shocked England in a World Cup warm-up.

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12 Sep 2023, 21:16

'Arguably the greatest coach' back in All Blacks camp after Wallaby excursion

New Zealanders were outraged when the World Cup-winning coach joined Jones's Wallabies prior to the tournament in France.

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12 Sep 2023, 1:04

Wallabies to 'tighten' the defensive screws for Fiji clash

Boosted by seven players with Fijian heritage in their World Cup squad, the Wallabies are preparing for a physical - and emotional…

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12 Sep 2023, 0:44

'I definitely wouldn't say I'm a rock star': McReight deflects Jones' compliment

Fraser McReight has laughed off a description by Wallabies coach Eddie Jones that the openside flankers are the "rock stars" of a …

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12 Sep 2023, 0:22

Taniela Tupou's humble response after outmuscling Georgia

The 27-year-old said he and the entire Wallabies outfit could take their game to another level when they faced Fiji in their next …

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12 Sep 2023, 0:11

Eddie Jones loses livewire Wallabies halfback for Fiji clash

Livewire Wallabies halfback Tate McDermott will miss their crunch Rugby World Cup pool clash with Fiji after he was felled making …

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10 Sep 2023, 3:20

'Our goal was to not receive more than eight or nine penalties'

Coach Levan Maisashvili has lamented his team's poor discipline as Georgia crashed to Australia in their Rugby World Cup opener in…

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10 Sep 2023, 3:13

Wallabies well equipped to handle Georgian heat in Paris

Stacked with Queenslanders, the Wallabies are hoping that the searing heat in Paris for their Rugby World Cup opener works in thei…

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08 Sep 2023, 23:02

'Eddie would be feeling the pinch': Michael Hooper on Wallabies' need for hot start

Wallabies legend Michael Hooper has no doubt Eddie Jones will be feeling the heat as Australia chase a desperately needed victory.

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08 Sep 2023, 19:13

Nawaqanitawase's Rugby World Cup start fulfils promise to grandma

Four years after a prophetic pledge to his grandmother, one-time schoolboys rugby reject Mark Nawaqanitawase will make a dream Wo…

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07 Sep 2023, 22:32

Wallabies forward pack primed and ready to 'dominate the World Cup'

Coach Eddie Jones said the heavy-weight Wallabies now had a forward pack capable of dominating the Rugby World Cup.

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07 Sep 2023, 22:22

Eddie Jones: 'It's 20 years since Australia's picked a young team like this'

Jones wasn't bothered about caps and said it was the "best team" available to attempt to end a five-game losing streak.

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07 Sep 2023, 16:42

'They would be the favourites': John Eales' assessment of wide open RWC

John Eales knows what it takes to win a Rugby World Cup but the former Wallabies skipper says who will take this year's title in F…

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05 Sep 2023, 22:34

Wallabies selections leave Eddie Jones with 'no safety net' at World Cup

The Wallabies no longer have a golden glow but halfback great Will Genia believes they can still shine at the Rugby World Cup.

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05 Sep 2023, 22:08

Wallabies discuss how aerial game will feature in new-look attack

Harnessing the aerial capabilities of wingers Mark Nawaqanitawase and Suliasi Vunivalu is part of the Wallabies' plan to "play to…

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04 Sep 2023, 21:37

Western Force part ways with CEO Tony Lewis

Niamh O'Connor, who joined the Force board last week, has been named as interim chief executive.

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01 Sep 2023, 16:22

'It's going to be better': Carter Gordon's verdict on poor goal kicking

After some niggles limited his practice through Super Rugby, the Melbourne Rebels star said he now had "no excuse".

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31 Aug 2023, 22:43

Les Kiss unveils new Reds coaching team with heavy London Irish flavour

Kiss has brought on former London Irish colleagues Brad Davis and Jonathan Fisher as well as Tonga assistant Zane Hilton.

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31 Aug 2023, 22:31

'The future's looking bright': Melbourne Rebels sign Fiji assistant coach

Fresh off last weekend's historic win over England at Twickenham, Fiji's assistant coach Brad Harris has signed to join the Melbou…

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31 Aug 2023, 20:16

'Tendon problem' likely to keep James Slipper sidelined for Georgia clash

But despite other injury problems in the squad also still lingering, Jones was adamant that everything was on course in the prepar…

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31 Aug 2023, 16:40

'Just shaving the uprights': Gordon backed to handle Wallabies goal-kicking

As a regular winner of Melbourne's highly-coveted blue jacket, Carter Gordon can rise to the challenge of handling the Wallabies' …

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30 Aug 2023, 19:02

'I never heard from rugby union': NRL star reveals recruitment talk was hollow

Murray effectively closed the door on a cross-code move earlier this week with his new Souths deal keeping him in league until 202…

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29 Aug 2023, 16:26

Eddie Jones defends Carter Gordon after off night with the tee

Eddie Jones insists the Wallabies' Rugby World Cup campaign remains on track despite a fifth straight loss.

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27 Aug 2023, 23:03

'We're letting ourselves down': Wallabies McDermott on loss to France

The Wallabies have crashed to a disappointing 41-17 loss to France in their Rugby World Cup warm-up Test in Paris, leaving them wi…

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27 Aug 2023, 17:40

'The gap is closing': Wallabies on notice after Fiji's shock win over England

The Wallabies have been given a stark reminder their passage into the knockout rounds at the Rugby World Cup is far from assured a…

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26 Aug 2023, 20:39

Wallabies row intel proving valuable in France

The Wallabies second-row has a distinctly French flavour as skipper Will Skelton and Richie Arnold line up against many of their c…

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26 Aug 2023, 2:20

Foketi: Wallabies not there to make up the numbers at the Rugby World Cup

The Australians are considered rank outsiders to lift the William Webb Ellis trophy for the first time since 1999 given they are w…

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23 Aug 2023, 23:48

Rugby Australia announce appointment of women's high-performance manager

RA has partnered with World Rugby to welcome three-time Olympic rower and Sydney 2000 silver medallist Jaime Fernandez into the …

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22 Aug 2023, 16:43

Shock Wallaby selection in line for first appearance against France

Shock selection Ben Donaldson could be in line for his first Wallabies appearance of the year when Australia face hosts France in …

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22 Aug 2023, 16:10

'Cancel his citizenship': New Zealand's PM weighs in on Steve Hansen

From the All Blacks to the prime minister, New Zealanders have been shocked by Rugby World Cup-winning coach Sir Steve Hansen's de…

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21 Aug 2023, 22:11

Rugby Australia respond to WAGs send-off scandal after Wallaroos uproar

Rugby Australia have admitted they have a "way to go" to improve conditions for the Wallaroos and have pledged to keep players inv…

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20 Aug 2023, 23:46

Eddie Jones likened to NRL coaching great

Wallabies assistant coach Jason Ryles says his new boss Eddie Jones shares similar coaching philosophies to Craig Bellamy, who he …

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20 Aug 2023, 8:58

'It's your move' - Wallaroos take to social media to hit out at Rugby Australia

Wallaroos players have lashed Rugby Australia for inequities between the women's and men's national programs, claiming their team …

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20 Aug 2023, 7:40

‘The most sought-after coach in the NRL’ joins Wallabies for World Cup

Jason Ryles will make a shock return to the rugby union coaching ranks as an assistant with the Wallabies at next month's World …

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18 Aug 2023, 1:12

Jones melts down in 'worst press conference' ever as Wallabies depart for World Cup

Defiant coach Eddie Jones turned on the media as the Wallabies prepared to fly out for the Rugby World Cup in France, saying they'…

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17 Aug 2023, 4:35

The unique leadership Will Skelton wants to bring to Wallabies

Reluctant leader Will Skelton is promising to stamp his own unique style of captaincy on the Wallabies after conceding he had to b…

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16 Aug 2023, 7:02

‘There is nothing better’: Haunted Wallaby craves Matildas revenge

Two decades on and the Wallabies' infamous extra-time loss to England in the 2003 Rugby World Cup final still haunts Mat Rogers.

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14 Aug 2023, 22:59

Australian game canned after 11 players come down with bacterial infection

Western Australia's premier rugby union competition has been rocked by a golden staph outbreak that has infected 11 players from t…

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12 Aug 2023, 7:43

Uncapped teenager shocked by Wallabies Rugby World Cup call

Max Jorgensen has placed his studies on hold in the hope of becoming the youngest Wallaby ever to debut at a Rugby World Cup.

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11 Aug 2023, 3:59

'Part one hasn't come off': Gatland's take on Jones' 'curveball' selections

Wales coach Warren Gatland has been unable to resist a little dig at Eddie Jones and his initial failures to rejuvenate the Wallab…

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10 Aug 2023, 16:41

'Not much of a talker': Skelton's surprise captaincy a result of 'trial and error'

Skelton recalled one previous captaincy experience, leading a Wallabies XV against the French Barbarians in 2016, a match his side…

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10 Aug 2023, 16:25

Report: Michael Hooper left out of Wallabies' World Cup squad

Longtime captain Michael Hooper has reportedly been left out of coach Eddie Jones's 33-man Wallabies squad for the Rugby World Cup…

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09 Aug 2023, 17:03

Michael Hooper a '50-50 call' for Eddie Jones' World Cup squad

Eddie Jones will confirm his 33-man squad for next month's showpiece on Thursday, Hooper's status looming as the biggest call.

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08 Aug 2023, 22:38

Ex Wallabies captain makes World Cup prediction U-turn

Former captain Stirling Mortlock has changed his tune and reckons the Wallabies can challenge for Rugby World Cup glory after all.…

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08 Aug 2023, 2:54

Fourth choice prop and one Test hooker on the brink of Rugby World Cup selection

Pone Fa'amausili and Matt Faessler stand on the brink of shock selections for Australia's Rugby World Cup squad after being thru…

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05 Aug 2023, 23:49

Ian Foster on the 'danger' that the All Blacks avoided

With his best poker face on, Ian Foster insisted he was "stoked" with New Zealand's return Bledisloe Cup performance as his All Bl…

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05 Aug 2023, 16:16

‘Not happy with losing’: Valiant Wallabies lose Bledisloe Cup thriller

The Wallabies have added a fresh Bledisloe Cup heartbreak to their lengthy list, throwing away a 14-point half-time lead to lose 2…

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05 Aug 2023, 1:27