A desire to be “physical and combative’ are just two traits NSW Waratahs selectors are keen to see as 125 of NSW’s best junior talent hunt for spots in their U15’s squad this weekend.
The Wallabies have 22 years of Bledisloe Cup pain behind them. Unfortunately, so does the new All Blacks coach, who will be out to extend Australia’s rugby misery in Sydney.
The two most important men in Australia were among those sending messages of congratulations to a Wallabies record breaker giving extra Bledisloe Cup motivation.
NSW Suburban Rugby Colts will take on County Colts on Saturday in a first as organisers look to expand the concept into a gala day of Subbies rugby in 2025. TEAM LISTS
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.
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.
Despite an assistant coaching job under the notorious Eddie Jones being a daunting role to have, former New Zealand rugby league coach David Kidwell said he’s got nothing to worry about as he talks about his journey with JAMIE PANDARAM.
Already owing $50 million, RA has announced a huge deficit at its AGM, yet, with new board members at the helm and a big few years ahead on Aussie soil, it is hoping to be back in the black sooner rather than later.
A powerful committee of ‘ignored’ powerbrokers plan to bring down the Rugby Australia board in a move that will divide the game – just days after RA boss Phil Waugh called for unity.
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.
Just 10 months into the role as CEO of Rugby Australia, Phil Waugh has been thrown into the fire. Now with a new chairman appointed, and quite possibly a new board, he is ready to reinvigorate the sport that has given him so much.
Michael Hooper’s path to the Paris Olympics is one of the more unusual you could imagine. But it wasn’t something that just materialised after his World Cup snubbing – it’s been in his plans for nearly a decade.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was trumpeted as a Wallabies saviour. Instead – with disgruntled stars heading for the exits – it may well be the contract to end rugby, writes JAMIE PANDARAM.
The soul searching continues for the Wallabies ahead of their Bledisloe Cup clash against New Zealand on Saturday.
There were bursts of speed, great skills in wild winds and multiple scorers as the Sariah Paki and Madi Ashby 7s girl’s rugby season came to an end. Stars and result wrap from grand final day.
Despite the Wallabies being in a shocking run of form, they could expose an underperforming All Blacks side in the Bledisloe Cup opener and push the NZ side to a place they have hardly ever been.
Having tried to rush back from a shoulder injury without success, one-time Wallabies captain Liam Wright is now taking a steady approach to his recovery.
A boom rugby league rookie and a powerhouse teenager with one of the most famous surnames in NRL could be playing footy side-by-side for Australia next month – in rugby.
A shellacking in Argentina for the Wallabies hasn’t resulted in mass changes for the next even more imposing challenge.
King Charles has been swamped by the New Zealand women’s rugby team after he gave them permission to break royal protocol.
He was the second youngest player ever to earn a cap for the Wallabies, and now the former wunderkind is leaving to play overseas.
After being embarrassed by Argentina and with a tough series against the All Blacks and a northern tour to come, the possibility of finishing the year without another win is becoming a real threat for the Wallabies.
The Waratahs will preview the young guns tasked with keeping intact one of the most impressive records in rugby intact in an important U16 trial on Sunday. Squad, Super Rugby U16 dates
Police have made a tragic discovery in the search for a rugby legend’s wife after she vanished going for a group swim.
Australia has fallen apart on the international stage with the Wallabies imploding in spectacular fashion on Sunday morning.
The Wallabies were humiliated by Argentina after opening an early lead in what must go down as one of the darkest days in Australian rugby history, writes Jamie Pandaram.
The “shattered” family of a former rugby star has released a heartbreaking message after the search for his wife was called off.
Southern Hemisphere rugby is set for an exciting overhaul with Phil Waugh telling JAMIE PANDARAM that the Wallabies won’t miss out and a long-touted Anzac Day clash gets closer.
An all-time Wallabies playing record will be broken during the Bledisloe Cup after James Slipper was recalled to play Argentina.
Just as plans come together for Papua New Guinea to enter the NRL in 2027, the country has been suspended from all rugby union competitions over major concerns over its governance.
Renowned for his speed and jumping ability, Mark Nawaqanitawase has also achieved an incredible physical feat that rivals most NRL props, proving he’s ready for the 13-a-side game ahead of his Roosters debut.
The next Wallabies clash with South Africa could explode after allegations the Australians faked head injuries in their fiery game in Perth.
There were thrillers, draws, try-athons and multiple trifectas as the Sydney Junior rugby season concluded with a series of sensational grand finals. Result wrap, standouts, scorers
Nearly two years after he fluffed a matchwinning kick against Italy, Ben Donaldson stepped up to the plate again and delivered for the Wallabies.
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The Wallabies are buzzing after ending a significant losing streak and there’s another historic milestone set to keep the good vibes rolling.
It only took a matter of minutes for the 2024 Shute Shield champions to declare their goal for next season. Stars, standouts, grade result wrap from the club rugby decider.
Down 16-7 with little over half an hour remaining, Australia were staring down a third straight loss. But they rallied to alleviate the pressure in what could be a turning point for coach Joe Schmidt.
Eastern Suburbs almost went broke ten years ago. Now they’re ignoring decades of history, and social media barbs, as they aim to win the Shute Shield for the first time since 1969 writes JAMIE PANDARAM.
He’s the tough nut his coach didn’t even know at season start helping transform Eastern Suburb’s image and eradicate old club rugby stereotypes.
It was an assurance this young gun was keen to have – that his dad would be cheering for him in Saturday’s Shute Shield decider between Eastern and Northern Suburbs.
It was a relationship forged in a backyard in a small country town which could deliver Norths the most important title in club rugby at Leichhardt oval.
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