Rugby Australia’s Schmidt-Kiss master plan an uninspiring gamble
Rugby Australia has put all their eggs in the Joe Schmidt-Les Kiss basket. The plan poses a bigger risk than Eddie Jones’ appointment, writes JULIAN LINDEN.
Wallabies
What rugby must do to fix broken transfer system amid teen raids
It’s time for World Rugby to take a stand on French clubs raiding the best young talent in the south – with Australia losing two teenage stars to cashed-up foreign raiders.
Why Wallabies transition will be ‘seamless’
Les Kiss might be more of a “larrikin” than Joe Schmidt, but their similar coaching styles will benefit the Wallabies.
The Schmidt effect: Tahs skipper’s contract U-turn after Wallabies shift
The complicated Wallabies coaching succession plan looks set to pay immediate dividends – with Waratahs captain Jake Gordon to shelve his plans to quit Australian rugby in pursuit of France.
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‘Worst press conference ever’: Eddie Jones on World Cup nightmare
Eddie Jones hasn’t held back on his tenure as Wallabies’ coach, decisions made and the ‘worst press conference ever’, while French rugby has snared a prodigious Aussie 17-year-old.
Family first: Heart-warming move RA made to keep Schmidt
Joe Schmidt was meant to leave the Wallabies this year, with one eye on the health and wellbeing of his wife and son. He’s signed on until mid-2026 after a special gesture from Rugby Australia.
‘Best outcome’: Next Wallabies coach confirmed
The Wallabies’ coaching “transition” from Joe Schmidt to Queensland Reds mentor and former rugby league player Les Kiss will take place next year.
Kiss: Short runway no excuse for poor World Cup performance
Incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss has declared his short runway to the World Cup no excuse for a poor performance, as he was officially unveiled in the top job.
New Wallabies coach confirmed as altered Schmidt exit revealed
Rugby’s worst kept secret has been confirmed, with the Wallabies’ next coach officially announced. But there has been a significant change in how the transition will take place, reports JAMIE PANDARAM.
$15m war chest: NRL clubs to launch devastating Wallabies raid
The NRL is set to attack a 60-player expansion void with the biggest financial weapon in its history – leaving the Wallabies helpless in the firing line. With cashed-up clubs ready to lure code converts, we reveal the targets.
Union shock: Maroon to coach the Wallabies
The Wallabies have locked in their next head coach – with the arrival of their fifth head coach in six years following a last-minute travel booking switch.
Lynagh ‘in the hunt’ for Wallabies recall
Queensland Reds flyhalf Tom Lynagh seems on track in his bid to be recalled to the Wallabies squad.
Heaven and hell: Why coach change isn’t Wallabies’ quick fix
Les Kiss might breathe new life into Australian rugby but for all his likeable traits and success rate, Wallabies fans shouldn’t be expecting him to perform miracles. Here’s why.
Reds’ silver lining in season-ending injury to Wallaby centre
Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss has confirmed the worst for talismanic centre Josh Flook but it leaves the door open for a 20-year-old to further entrench his name in Rookie of the Year conversations.
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