Super Rugby
‘You can’t hide’: Inside the viral bash-up sessions toughening up the Tahs
Every Friday morning of the last two months of 2024, the Waratahs gathered at a Botany dojo before smashing each other silly.
- by Iain Payten
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Australian rugby
Win Bledisloe every two years: Rugby Australia sets out bold five-year goals
A new strategy paper through to 2029 released by RA includes some lofty ambitions.
- by Iain Payten
The Reds now boast 234 Test caps. Has their depth exposed a problem for the game?
The collapse of the Rebels has given the Reds much-needed depth and a shot at the 2025 Super Rugby title. But has it also created long-term problems for the game?
- by Nick Wright
Two Wallabies to depart for new opportunities as Reds unveil 2025 squad
Two former Wallabies stars have been left off the Queensland roster.
- by Nick Wright
Judge denies Rugby Australia’s bid to delay $30m Rebels case
The defunct Super Rugby club has launched a damages claim against Rugby Australia demanding $30 million from the peak body.Rugby Australia now has a week to respond.
- by Carla Jaeger and Sarah Danckert
Reds’ unsung hero makes huge move, as NRL convert’s brother signs
Queensland have been quick to replace an outgoing young star, signing their sixth player from the fallen Melbourne Rebels.
- by Nick Wright
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Rebels
‘Deceptive conduct’: Rugby Australia to countersue Melbourne Rebels directors
Rugby Australia has accused the Melbourne Rebels of deceiving the national body for years in the latest escalation to the dramatic rugby war.
- by Carla Jaeger and Sarah Danckert
As a former Wallabies golden boy crosses the ditch, a great’s son must rise
A young Queensland star has just emerged from a breakout season, but his mentor’s departure will provide a fresh challenge.
- by Nick Wright
Melbourne Rebels sue Rugby Australia for $30 million and seek return of club
The directors of defunct rugby union club Melbourne Rebels allege in a statement of claim that Rugby Australia broke several company laws.
- by Sarah Danckert and Carla Jaeger
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Wallabies
Maya goodness: Is this the best player in Australian rugby right now?
The try-scoring exploits of outstanding Wallaroos winger Maya Stewart will have NRLW sharks circling.
- by Iain Payten
Super Rugby draw gives Waratahs’ ‘galacticos’ golden chance to hit the ground running
New coach Dan McKellar takes charge of a star-studded NSW team after an aggressive recruitment campaign. The 2025 season draw has done them a few favours, too.
- by Jonathan Drennan
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