Crippling doubts, construction sites: Wallaby’s tough path to the top
Straight out of school in 2016, Len Ikitau landed in Canberra with one dream in mind – but it seemed impossibly distant as he wrestled with his thoughts on cold winter mornings.
Rugby World Cup
Bombshell contract that threatens to shake-up world of rugby
A rebel league is threatening to make the biggest disruption to rugby union since the game went professional in 1996. But experienced negotiators are wary of the legal implications.
Icon returns as 20-year Lions feud ignites coaching super group
It is one of the most formidable coaching teams ever assembled – and the mix of Wallabies and All Blacks all-time greats tasked with landing an early blow on the British and Irish Lions.
Baby joy delivers new Wallabies’ contract in World Cup bolster
A new contract, and a new addition to the family awaits Filipo Daugunu, in good news for Australian Rugby and the Wallabies’ 2027 World Cup run.
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‘They were exceptional! Duo impress in Waratahs v Brumbies U20s battle
There were two try heroes and an impressive debut from a new face as the Waratahs took on their arch rivals from the Brumbies in a “confrontational” U20s trial. Stars and standouts
Two-man showdown for Wallabies job as succession plan revealed
Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh has laid out the plan to replace Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt – with two leading candidates emerging amid Waugh’s non-negotiables and the deadline to land Schmidt’s successor.
Wallabies coach shock as Schmidt walks away from top job
Australia’s international rugby revival has hit a major hurdle, with the Wallabies forced to head to market again for a head coach following a surprise announcement from Joe Schmidt.
Victoria blow millions in botched rugby bid as NSW plans to party
NSW is ready to party with a ‘boost to confidence’ for small business after their Rugby World Cup win, while Victorians would be left scratching their heads after the ‘sports capitals’ botched bid.
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.
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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