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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

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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
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
Lalakai Foketi of the Waratahs scores a try but it was disallowed.

Super Rugby backs no-try ruling that appeared to defy laws of physics. But it may also change the game

Confusion reigned after an athletic, diving try by Waratahs centre Lalakai Foketi was denied in their win over the Chiefs.

  • Iain Payten
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
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Portraits of Waratah’s women’s rugby star, Desiree Miller.

From Disneyland to rugby’s big dance: How tiny Desi became a big deal in footy

Raised in a family of Olympians and business leaders, Desi Miller grew up as a dancer and gymnast. But after picking up rugby in COVID-19, she has become one of Australia’s best.

  • 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
Les Kiss, who coached alongside Joe Schmidt, has backed the new Wallabies mentor to thrive.

‘Workaholic’ Kiss backed to emulate Cheika and juggle Reds and Wallabies jobs

Rugby Australia and the Queensland Reds are continuing negotiations over the services of Les Kiss, which could be a possible job share – or a payout.

  • Tom Decent and Iain Payten
Noah Lolesio is leaving Australian rugby.

Wallabies star says Lolesio’s Japan move shouldn’t stop Lions series involvement

A fresh deal in Japan could curtail Noah Lolesio’s dream of playing against the British and Irish Lions. One of Australia’s best players hopes it doesn’t.

  • Tom Decent

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