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Wales visit timely for off-contract James O'Connor's audition
Joe Schmidt says he'll swing Wallabies axe again
‘We have nothing to lose’: Wallaroos dream of shock Black Ferns upset
Brumbies secure in takeover but games could still be taken elsewhere
‘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.
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…
‘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.
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.
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…
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.
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 …
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 …
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…
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.
'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.
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…
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…
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.
‘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…
‘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.
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…
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 …
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…
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.