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FED:Rebels merger plan no big secret, Rugby Australia says

The now-defunct Melbourne Rebels must have known about a supposed secret plan that has sparked a court battle, Rugby Australia says.

The governing body is accused of giving preferential treatment to clubs in rugby's heartland of NSW, ACT and Queensland by secretly enacting a plan called "Winning Rugby", without consulting the Victorian club.

The axed club is seeking $30 million in damages and to cover debts after it was booted from Super Rugby in May 2024.

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