New protagonists ready to bring England v Wales rivalry back to boil The build-up to this Six Nations showdown has been unusually low-key but has potential to ignite at Twickenham The Guardian - UK · Feb 9, 2024
Rob Valetini and Eva Karpani win top Rugby Australia honours as Eddie Jones snubbed The Brumbies No 8 won the 13th John Eales medal in a ‘bittersweet’ year for Wallabies while Karpani’s barnstorming tries secure Wallaroos player of the year The Guardian - AU · Feb 8, 2024
Under the radar: how Richard Hill is key to England’s next generation The World Cup-winning flanker keeps a low profile but is one of Steve Borthwick’s most important lieutenants The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2024
England overcome Italy scare as Alex Mitchell pounces to earn winning start Italy led at half-time but Alex Mitchell’s try after the restart and the reliable kicking of George Ford helped England to a narrow 27-24 victory The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2024
Vunivalu's 'gamble' paying off as winger finds voice The decision to remain with the Queensland Reds has paid off for winger Suliasi Vunivalu, as he looks forward to his first outing under Les Kiss at Ballymore. AAP · Feb 2, 2024
Winds of change blow through Six Nations to spark new sense of purpose Anticipation for the competition is soaring with teams under new leadership and a fascinating backdrop after World Cup The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2024
Wallabies' Schmidt a great rugby mind: All Blacks coach All Blacks coach Scott Robertson says fellow Kiwi Joe Schmidt will set the Wallabies on a clear path forwards following their chaotic stint under Eddie Jones. AAP · Jan 23, 2024
'Surgical' Schmidt right man for Wallabies gig: Kiss Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss says former colleague and new Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt is an ideal candidate for the role. AAP · Jan 22, 2024
Wallabies' Cup review complete as Schmidt era begins With a new coach at the helm, Rugby Australia are mulling over the release of a freshly delivered review into the Wallabies' woeful World Cup showing. AAP · Jan 19, 2024
Schmidt calls for patience with Wallabies rebuild New coach Joe Schmidt is warning that solving the Wallabies' woes won't be an overnight solution. AAP · Jan 19, 2024
New Zealander Schmidt Confirmed As New Wallabies Coach Former Ireland coach Joe Schmidt vowed to "build a way forward" for the Wallabies on Friday as officials confirmed he is taking over as coach to replace Eddie Jones. International Business Times · Jan 19, 2024
'Boring' Schmidt not here to sell Wallabies dream New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt presented himself as the antithesis of predecessor Eddie Jones as he addressed the challenge of rebuilding the national team. AAP · Jan 19, 2024
Schmidt firms as RA push on with Wallabies coach call Joe Schmidt is set to become the third New Zealander to coach the Wallabies, with an announcement likely well before the March deadline initially forecast. AAP · Jan 18, 2024
Eddie Jones: ‘I let people down … Not good enough. I carry the scars’ Japan coach is not known for contrition but opens up to Donald McRae about what he was trying to do with Australia, why it failed and what is next The Guardian - UK · Jan 13, 2024
AAP · Jan 11, 2024 Lions coach Farrell sure Wallabies 'will get it right' Andy Farrell, the new British and Irish Lions coach, is sure the Wallabies will rebound to ensure the 2025 series will be "massive for Australian sport".
AAP · Jan 6, 2024 Cooper's rugby return marred by yellow card, heavy loss Wallabies World Cup reject Quade Cooper's comeback in Japanese rugby has ended with a yellow card and a 27-point battering for his Hanazono Kintetsu Liners.
AAP · Jan 5, 2024 Quade Cooper rides road to rugby redemption in Tokyo A controversial omission from the Wallabies squad for the Rugby World Cup, Quade Cooper will return to action with his Japanese club side Kintetsu.
The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023 The ‘blessing in disguise’ driving Joe Cokanasiga towards England return The wing was first called up by England as a teenager but may now finally be ready to be a key figure for his country
The Guardian - UK · Dec 28, 2023 The year in World Cups: how South Africa won rugby’s battle of fine margins Springboks and their inspirational captain, Siya Kolisi, won their three knockout games in France by a single point
AAP · Dec 21, 2023 Ireland link has Schmidt as Wallabies coach contender David Nucifora and Peter Horne taking on key RA roles after helping Ireland to world No.1 has raised the prospect of Joe Schmidt coaching the Wallabies.
Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2023 Michael Cheika and Joe Schmidt in frame to replace Eddie Jones as Australia coach Former Argentina boss stepped down after leading Pumas to fourth-placed finish at the World Cup
The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2023 Champions Cup emerges from rugby’s recent darkness to offer shafts of light Last weekend’s action featured some of the most watchable club rugby in years, giving hope to growing the sport
AAP · Dec 19, 2023 Cheika quits Pumas, RA not ruling out Wallabies return Michael Cheika's decision to quit his post with the Pumas has raised the inevitable question as to whether or not he will return as Wallabies coach.
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023 Japan’s appointment of Eddie Jones is a gamble not worth taking Jones heads back to the job where he masterminded the greatest upset in rugby history, but his return feels like inviting an arsonist to light the winter fire
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023 Eddie Jones denies talking to Japan about coaching role before World Cup The former England coach, who failed to get Australia out of their group in France, said he had not interviewed for the Japan job until this month.