Wallabies lose key man ahead of White’s Lions farewell
A key Wallaby has been ruled out of the third Test against the British & Irish Lions and will miss Nic White’s farewell to international rugby.
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Lions controversy sparks ‘online abuse’, Wallabies’ coach steps in
Wallabies’ coach Joe Schmidt has stepped in to protect Carlo Tizzano after he was hounded off social media by persistent abuse after his role in the dramatic finish to the second Test.
‘Right time’ for Wallaby to retire
A long-time Wallaby has announced that he will walk away from Test rugby after Australia’s battle with the British and Irish Lions on Saturday night.
Little known clubbies getting star studded team to Shute Shield finals
Few but the most dedicated club rugby followers had even heard of them pre-season. But these loyal clubmen have got this famous club into the Shute Shield final series – not their star teammates
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Famous NRL nursery feeding teen talent into special rugby squad
A school famous for its conveyor belt of league talent to the NRL has now delivered a special group of teenagers to the NSW Waratahs U16s for a crucial task this year.
Hair-raising talent! City v Country passion, power, top shots
There were big hits and some hair-raising action – literally – at the 2025 City v Country junior rugby tournament. Check out some of the top shots.
Moore: Youth policy killed the 2013 Wallabies’ hopes
A Robbie Deans-led youth policy and the international retirements of several Wallabies were behind Australia’s shattering series loss to the Lions in 2013. A decade of reflection later, Stephen Moore believes one thing could have changed everything.
World Cup’s major change for diehard fans
Rugby fans have been given a major boost ahead of the 2027 World Cup that is set to take place Down Under.
Shock recall among bulk Wallabies changes for final Lions Test
A familiar face is set to return to the Wallabies side in what could be his final game – and that’s just one of a host of changes set to be made by Joe Schmidt for the final Lions Test.
Legendary referee’s painful truth to Wallabies on series-defining call
The world’s most capped Test referee has delivered his verdict on the controversial series-deciding call which crushed Wallabies’ hopes in the second Lions Test.
Bizarre way O’Connor found out about his comeback revealed
The Wallabies have pulled some major selection shocks to take on the British and Irish Lions – headlined by the recall of James O’Connor. See the bizarre way the outcast playmaker found out about his selection.
Wallabies greats turn on each other in ugly war of words
Two of the country’s finest ever Wallabies have engaged in an ugly war of words over Australia’s hopes in the upcoming series against the British and Irish Lions.
Tupou: Australia was right to axe me… I needed help
Taniela Tupou never wanted to leave Australia. But, as he nears a $1m European move, the powerhouse Wallaby opens up on mental health battles and why he didn’t have a choice but to escape.
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What next? Every key question from Wallabies drama answered
Will Joe Schmidt be sanctioned? What will a review find? And, what did World Rugby made of scathing criticism from Phil Waugh? All the key questions answered.
‘Seamless transition’ for Lynagh
Tom Lynagh says he has been mindful not to ‘overplay his hand’ in his role as Australia’s flyhalf against the British and Irish Lions.
Ouch! Passion and pain at City v Country junior rugby
City teams dominated a dramatic junior rugby showdown in Newcastle, with one Country captain playing through a suspected broken nose in a day of thrilling contests.
103 years: Depths of MCG despair laid bare as Wallabies vow to fight
A shattered Wallabies side has declared they will not allow the Lions to leave with a 3-0 clean sweep after officially giving up their biggest lead in a century to lose the second Test.
GPS First XV rugby: Rd 2 team of the week features BSHS Trojans
GPS First XV rugby: The latest team of the week features a BSHS carbon copy of Trent Picot, a Fantastic Five from BBC, outstanding IGS forwards and Terrace’s Mr Reliables. More here.
Wallabies hit back at ‘diving’ claim as Lions controversy heats up
The most controversial call in Lions v Australia history continues to simmer, with the Wallabies bristling at accusations Carlo Tizzano tried to milk a penalty to save the game.
Plenty to motivate Wallabies
Still ‘gutted’ after a last-gasp defeat in Melbourne, the Wallabies are determined to bounce back with a win over the Lions in Sydney.
Wallabies face major selection shake-up after Lions disaster
Having blown an unassailable lead and the series against the Lions, the Wallabies now face a brutal reality check about their failing tactical approach, writes Julian Linden.
Quade: Forget last minute no-call, this is the moment Wallabies lost
The final-minute shemozzle, in which a controversial clean-out by Jac Morgan on Wallaby Carlo Tizzano went uncalled, dominated headlines. But this is when the Wallabies really lost the Lions Test.
Waugh demands World Rugby ‘accountability’ after no-call
Australian rugby boss Phil Waugh wants to see “accountability” from World Rugby after a controversial non-call in the final minute gifted the Lions a try to win the series.
Mocked by UK press, Wallabies must move on or risk humiliation
Still livid at the contentious last-minute ruling that cost them victory in the second Test, the Wallabies are facing the threat of total humiliation if they don’t quickly move on.
‘Stop moaning Australia’: UK roasts Wallabies
The Wallabies have been denied a shock win over the British and Irish Lions in heartbreaking and controversial fashion.
Roman’s empire: Hoops prodigy who snubbed NBL, rugby
Roman Siulepa had the sporting world at his feet — he could have played rugby or in the NBL. Instead, he’s off to Pittsburgh to play college basketball. Matt Logue finds out why.
Furious Wallabies slam non-call as great explodes at Lions robbery
The Wallabies will demand an explanation from World Rugby as a former star explodes on the controversial decision that cost Australia Test victory over the British & Irish Lions.
Wallabies shattered as late drama overshadows record night
The British & Irish Lions have broken Australian hearts in the final minute at the MCG, with the final try shrouded in controversy.
Ratings: The man ‘worth two players’ in Wallabies’ fightback
The Wallabies stood up when it counted before it was snatched by a British & Irish Lions last-minute miracle. And there was one Wallabies player worth two men in the fight. FULL RATINGS
The brutal loss Australian rugby couldn’t afford
All the money in the world won’t be enough to account for the despair and frustration Australian rugby supporters will be feeling after the Wallabies lost their highly anticipated series to the British & Irish Lions in straight sets.
‘Wowzee, he’s quick’: Rugby’s future on show in U14s County v City
There’s a son of a gun who couldn’t be more different from his famous dad with a rugby IQ ‘off the charts’. U14 guns to watch at City v Country rugby this weekend.
Country rugby captain leading from front in City battle
He’s torn between league and union but this weekend this teens focus is 100 per cent on leading his side to a defence of the title they won at last years City v Country rugby event
GPS First XV rugby: Boilover on the Village Green; BBC win thriller
GPS First XV rugby featured a mid-winter boilover as TGS toppled TSS away from home, while IGS made it two wins in a row and BBC survived a gutsy Terrace revival in a bumper round 2 of action. More here.
‘Like the Honey Badger’: U16 players to watch at City v Country rugby
Young guns in the U16s City v Country battle will be playing for more than pride and victory on Sunday. Rising stars – including ones likened to the Honey Badger and Brian To’o – to watch
Big boppers, livewire: Unusual mix of U15s City v Country players to watch
There’s a mix of tall timber, an amazing smaller player, big boppers and a livewire hooker. It’s why the City v County U15s battle at Newcastle is shaping up to be a memorable one.
The lighter side of life in the Wallabies camp
What happens when you put the tough questions to three Wallabies stars? Let’s just say, they had each other in stitches. Watch the full video here.
The unsung hero behind Skelton’s Wallabies recall
Will Skelton has spoken of the huge sacrifice his wife Kate has made for him to chase his rugby dream as he prepares to return to the Wallabies team to face the British and Irish Lions.
How to break Wallabies’ hearts? Just ask this man
The British and Irish Lions have called in one of the stars who shattered the Wallabies at the 2003 World Cup as they plan to end Australia’s hopes of a series win at the MCG.
Wallabies served with ‘blueprint’ to intimidate Lions
The Wallabies have taken inspiration from the First Nations and Pasifika XV’s performance against the British and Irish Lions.
Why Wallabies returning star could be saviour at MCG
His absence has been keenly felt, but if ever there was a time for Australian rugby’s most reliable performer, Rob Valetini, to stand up and carry a team on his back, it is against the Lions in his home town. Here’s why.
Absurd rugby union link unites unlikely duo
They are the only Wallabies and British lions to have achieved the feat, now celebrated by their families together ahead of the second test.
‘Hands tied behind their backs’: Harsh truth Lions fans need to confront
If all Australia cared about was rugby, the Wallabies would be unstoppable. Simon McLoughlin reveals why shouty Lions fans should thank their stars they’re not living in an alternate universe.
‘How was he allowed to leave?’: Wallabies’ 104kg wake-up call
Lions centre Sione Tuipulotu will miss the second Test with injury. But the truth is he should be flying the flag for Australian rugby. Quade Cooper on the one that got away for the Wallabies.
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