Waugh: Home World Cup is the Wallabies’ chance for redemption
Rugby Australia chief Phil Waugh declares the 2027 Rugby World Cup at home the Wallabies’ chance for redemption, as Melbourne misses out on blockbuster games.
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Rugby World Cup final venue announced
Sydney is the big winner in the battle between Australian states to host matches at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Confirmed: First Rugby World Cup host city locked in
Queensland Country Bank Stadium will play a part in one of the world’s grandest sporting spectacles, with a slice of 1.33 billion eyeballs to lock in on Townsville. Here’s what we know.
MCG returns to World Cup frame after last-minute talks
The MCG may yet be a host venue for the 2027 Rugby World Cup after the Victorian government and the sport’s global governing body reopened talks to salvage a last-minute deal.
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New World Rugby chair’s playful jab at old enemy after historic win
Even in his moment of triumph, the first Australian appointed to the most powerful job in World Rugby, Brett Robinson could not resist the temptation of making a playful joke at England’s expense as he outlined his vision for the future of the global game.
Wallabies on collision course for fresh battle with Eddie Jones
Eddie Jones’ split from Rugby Australia and the Wallabies after the disastrous 2023 World Cup campaign was as acrimonious as it comes. Now, they’re about to throw down once again.
‘You’ll see’: Wallabies hit back at ‘cheap’ Suaalii sledge
Fast-tracked into the Wallabies team, and earning a bucketload of money, Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii could have easily ruffled a few feathers in Australian rugby. Instead, he’s instantly won everyone over.
Wallabies gun in demand as NRL reunion looms
Former Melbourne Storm star Suliasi Vunivalu is being chased by multiple NRL clubs, with speculation intensifying that the flying Wallaby is about to make a move away from Australian rugby.
‘Worth millions’: Why Bledisloe 2 is make-or-break for Australian rugby
Australia literally cannot afford to have its 23-year losing streak to the All Blacks in New Zealand extended. The future of the sport in this country could depend on it, writes Jamie Pandaram.
Wallabies cult hero signs with overseas rival
Australian rugby has lost the services of one of its most powerful props – and most popular players – with a Super Rugby rival set to cash in.
The Jones backflip that ended Hooper’s Wallaby career
At a tribute lunch for his career, former Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper has spoken candidly about Eddie Jones’s decision to cut short his time at international level.
Wallaroos slow off the mark on road to the World Cup
The Wallaroos, much like their male counterparts, have got a fair way to go before they can contend for the ultimate prize at the Rugby World Cup after a heavy loss to Canada.
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