Wright close to returning for Reds
As desperate as Liam Wright is to return from a shoulder injury for the Reds, the Queenslanders aren’t expected to risk him while there is any doubt over his fitness.
Melbourne Rebels
Stars of NSW Waratahs A team’s workout against Brumbies Runners
A road trip has freshened up some of the rising stars of rugby ahead of two crucial outings – the Waratahs second game of Super Rugby Pacific and Tahs U20 match trials. Stars and standouts
‘Not going to walk into a position’: Super Rugby W readies for Sevens superstars
Super Rugby women’s expansion plans are on the table as the 2025 competition prepares for an invasion of Sevens superstars hunting Wallaroos spots and players determined to thwart them.
‘It will change your life’: Wallaby’s message of hope after ADHD diagnosis
After years of grappling for an extreme and compulsive workload, Wallaby Carlo Tizzano sought help. And he says what happened next changed his life — and rugby career — for the better.
Rugby World Cup
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.
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.
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.
Wallabies in 2024: Just another false dawn, or real improvement?
After a year in which the Wallabies showed improvement on the field and in their results, there’s room for real optimism for fans. But we’ve been here before, writes Julian Linden.
Wallabies succession plan: Star trio headline list of Schmidt heirs
As rumours swirl about the future of coach Joe Schmidt, a new generation is pushing through who don’t just want to coach the Wallabies – they want to dominate the world.
More Rugby
Young Waratahs pair shine ahead of Super Rugby W opener
The Waratahs have worked hard on a skill all pre-season but it was an area that let them down in a Super Rugby trial where two young guns produced ‘positive energy’. Super Rugby W squads.
Wallabies skipper won’t pressure Reds coach
Reds mentor Les Kiss is considered the favourite to replace Joe Schmidt as Wallabies mentor, but for now his sole focus is guiding Queensland to Super Rugby Pacific glory, according to Australia’s captain, Harry Wilson.
Queensland Reds win race for best teenage forward in Australia
Eligible for both the Springboks and Wallabies, the Gold Coast powerhouse announced himself to the international rugby scene by leading Australia to victory over New Zealand.
43,000 texts, a year in hospital: Rugby icon’s broken neck horrors
Legendary Australian rugby coach John Connolly has been given a touching honour – landing in Queensland rugby’s Hall of Fame, three years after a life-changing accident. He opens up about his extraordinary comeback.
Reds star staying patient in comeback bid
With a ‘weird’ 2024 behind him, Queensland Reds co-captain Liam Wright is eager to return from a shoulder injury that has sidelined him since July.
Wallabies coup as star set to lock in future with Reds
The Wallabies have secured a signing coup with a towering forward set to rebuff advances from French Top 14 clubs to re-sign with Queensland and Rugby Australia.
Tougher than Twickenham: Suaalii’s stunning Super Rugby claim
As debate continues about where he’s best suited in rugby, Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has revealed where he wants to settle long-term. Plus, his huge Super Rugby claim.
Suaalii turns heads in crazy debut
Joseph Suaalii stole the show in his Super Rugby debut with an instant impact on the Waratahs, as they clinched a last-gasp win over the Highlanders.
‘Harshly treated’: Aussie rugby great calls for Rennie return
Legendary Reds and former Wallabies coach John Connolly believes the solution to Australian rugby’s coaching future is simple: go back to the man they sacked two years ago
Mixed bag for Suaalii as Tahs produce miracle win
While all eyes were on Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii in his hotly anticipated Waratahs debut, it was two unheralded toilers who helped deliver a stunning last-gasp victory over the Highlanders.
Brumbies don’t mind playing the dark horse role
Nobody is picking the Brumbies to win the Super Rugby title this year, and that’s just how the team like it according to playmaker Noah Lolesio.
Wallabies tracker: The shock smokie on Lions tour radar
The Super Rugby round 1 teams are in and there are a few surprises and injury concerns. So what does that mean for the upcoming Lions tour? We’ve updated the tracker and added a shock smokie to the list.
Tah’s plan: Edmed and Suaalii to launch a threat set to rival Folau
Waratah playmaker Tane Edmed holds the key to unlocking Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s potential, and has a plan to replicate Israel Folau’s aerial assault, JAMIE PANDARAM with the exclusive details.
‘Cry all the time’: $5m man’s road from rags to riches
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii knew at a young age how much a dollar was really worth, as his parents worked night and day to make ends meet. Before he was even a teenager he knew he needed to step up.
Suaalii’s new position revealed ahead of Super Rugby opener
After missing NSW’s final trial match against the Brumbies a fortnight ago, Super Rugby’s highest-profile recruit has been given a positional switch for his Waratahs debut.
Axed star opens up on controversial Wallabies snubbing
Langi Gleeson was invited to be part of the Wallabies training camp – as he pushed towards a call-up against the British and Irish Lions. And then it was brutally snatched away from him.
Reds primed for Super season
The Reds don’t want to waste their good work on a successful pre-season tour of the United Kingdom when they kick-off their Super Rugby Pacific season later this month.
Wallabies in turmoil as coach calls it quits
Rugby Australia is back on the hunt for yet another new coach after Joe Schmidt confirmed he will step down ahead of the World Cup.
Update on $5m code hopper after scare
After a false start stopped his club rugby debut, Rugby Australia’s most expensive signing ever has given a clear indication when he’ll play again.
‘We cannot get a fix here’ Ex-Wallabies skipper’s retirement fear
“You’d almost rather have a long-term injury.” Those are the words of former Wallabies skipper Dave Porecki, revealing he didn’t know if he’d be back from his gruelling battle with injury.
Waratahs trial standouts, Suaalii injury and a rugby dream for young gun
It’s a time he hated but this painful interlude in Waratahs young gun Henry O’Donnell’s life could well pave the way to his future success in the game. Tahs v Brumbies trial wrap
‘Best No.12 I can’: Rugby goal of son of an NRL gun Zach Fittler
After a code switch that surprised many, teen powerhouse Zach Fittler has spoken about his love of rugby, opening up on the rollercoaster that is playing with a famous rugby league surname.
Tahs suffer early Suaalii blow with injury icing debut
Superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s hotly anticipated debut in the NSW Waratahs jersey has been cruelled by an injury.
Wallabies grudge match secured with Jones’ Japan
He left the Wallabies after a horror World Cup campaign to take a job in Japan some say he’d already lined up and now Eddie Jones will have to coach against his former players.
Wallabies set for fiery encounter with Eddie Jones
Shattered Wallabies players who suffered a pool exit in the 2023 World Cup now get to take revenge against former coach Eddie Jones.
Suaalii’s new role confirmed as Tahs lock in side
The Waratahs begin a new era, and they’ve named 13 Wallabies in their final trial match against the Brumbies, with Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s new position confirmed.
Suaalii question finally answered
With a monster year for the Wallabies to come, one big issue surrounding the team’s $8m man has been resolved for now.
Tahs enforce strict training rules over ‘crap field’
The Waratahs will play their final trial match this weekend before Super Rugby Pacific starts, but they’ll still be battling against their home pitch, which has come under fire.
Fiji to provide ‘tough’ test for Wallabies
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has welcomed a match for Australia against Fiji ahead of the highly anticipated British and Irish Lions Test series.
‘This group is special’: Why Waratahs tipping Super Rugby turnaround
Their rising stars put on 100 plus point show as the revamped Waratahs gave a glimpse of their game changers, form, fitness and Super Rugby Pacific potential in big matches against Pasifica.
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