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Tate McDermott of the Reds celebrates a try during the round 11 Super Rugby Pacific match between Queensland Reds and Blues at Suncorp Stadium.

McDermott’s compelling Test statement: Four things learnt from Reds’ triumph

These two men spent their Wallabies season last year on the bench. Has the time come for them to earn their promotions?

  • Nick Wright

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Hunter Paisami of the Reds competes during the round nine Super Rugby Pacific match between Queensland Reds and ACT Brumbies at Suncorp Stadium, on April 12, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images)

The ‘controversial’ call that launched Wallabies star into Lions box seat

Hunter Paisami is playing his best footy under Les Kiss, but how have the Reds reacted to their mentor’s uncertain future as a possible Test coach?

  • Nick Wright
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii

Drua loss could come back to bite Waratahs at end of the season

Losing a game that was there to be won could jeopardise the Waratahs’ finals hopes as they have a difficult run home.

  • Paul Cully
Ruben Love (10) had a chance to kick the Hurricanes to a golden-point win but hit the post.

Post to the rescue as Force draw with Hurricanes

The Western Force have escaped with a golden-point draw against the Hurricanes – and they had the post to thank for it.

  • Justin Chadwick
Ponipate Loganimasi scores a try.

‘What do you think?’: McKellar frustrated as Waratahs road woes continue

The Waratahs rested several of their stars for Saturday’s clash with the Drua but lacked firepower when it mattered most in search of a maiden win on Fijian soil. 

  • Tom Decent
Bernard Foley scoring for Kubota in Japan’s League One, beating Harry Hockings (left) and Samu Kerevi (on ground).

The ‘Japanese blood’ plan that could drastically change rugby’s player market

For years, cashed-up clubs in Japan have raided Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands for stars. But the numbers of players being poached may soon dry up.

  • Paul Cully
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Australian Schools stars Heinz Lemoto is the subject of cross-code lobbying.

Rugby Australia hits out at French clubs over poaching raid

On a day when RA announced a $36.8 million deficit for 2024 at its annual general meeting, chairman Daniel Herbert sent a warning to French rugby clubs.

  • Tom Decent
Noah Lolesio in action for the Wallabies.

Amnesty clause? Wallabies face a tough decision on overseas-bound stars

The Wallabies are losing key players overseas while Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii is proving box office gold – just not always for the right reasons.

  • Paul Cully
Kellaway finds Suaalii, and Lawson Creighton’s tap on.

‘Never seen anything like it’: Inside the Waratahs’ 120m miracle try

The Waratahs’ try against the Chiefs, which started inside their own goal area, was one of the most memorable in Super Rugby.

  • Iain Payten
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 11: Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Jack Bowen of the Waratahs celebrate victory following the round nine Super Rugby Pacific match between NSW Waratahs and Chiefs at Allianz Stadium, on April 11, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

How a halftime spray - and a crazy 120-metre try - helped Tahs secure stirring win over Chiefs

The Waratahs pulled off one of their finest wins with a remarkable try that will live long in the memory.

  • Tom Decent

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