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Wallabies raid NRL ranks in pursuit of World Cup glory

Rugby Australia is making no secret of its intention to build the best possible Wallabies team for the 2027 World Cup - even if that means poaching the NRL.

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Rugby's door still open for Zac Lomax amid legal stoush

Phil Waugh says Zac Lomax would still be welcome in rugby union as the ex-Parramatta winger prepares for a court date with his old NRL club.

AAP

Wallabies' surprise first opponents at Rugby World Cup

The fixtures for Australia's home Rugby World Cup next year have been revealed, with the hosts facing Hong Kong, New Zealand and Chile in the group stage.

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Wallabies record-holder to quit international rugby

Wallabies prop James Slipper says the time is right to step away from international rugby after a career in which he has smashed all sorts of records.

AAP

'Exceeds expectations': Lions a win for Rugby Australia

While the Wallabies suffered a narrow series loss to the British and Irish Lions, Rugby Australia are cheering the tour's success on and off the field.

AAP

World Rugby rebuffs Joe Schmidt’s safety claim over Lions’ match-winning try

Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh backed the coach’s view that it was a dangerous clearout.

The Independent UK

Australian officials demand explanation over Lions’ last-gasp controversial try

Australian rugby officials want an explanation of the decision to award the British & Irish Lions a last-gasp series-clinching try against the Wallabies at the MCG

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Australian rugby embraces Lions circus but the elephant in the room is what comes next

State of domestic rugby union is at crossroads and the 2037 Lions tour operators may end up having their heads turned

The Guardian - AU

'Got to be up for it': Waugh declaration ahead of Test

With easily the worst record of the three traditional Lions' opponents, there is much at stake when the Wallabies begin the series in Brisbane.

AAP

Rugby Australia using AI to stamp out online abuse

Rugby Australia is making an AI app available to all players after a trial detected 1500 instances of social media abuse to its national team accounts.

AAP

Waratahs seek strong start to beat Eden Park curse

NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar knows that few expect his side to break a 16-year Auckland hoodoo but says they're not going just to make up the numbers.

AAP

Rugby Australia posts $36.8m deficit amid wait for financial windfall to arrive

RA expects a commercial bonanza from British and Irish Lions tour after taking a hit from costs of running Waratahs, Brumbies and Rebels

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies coach announcement coming soon: Waugh

Phil Waugh expects the announcement of the new Wallabies coach to happen in the next few weeks, as Rugby Australia sends a hands-off warning to France.

AAP

Rugby wants cash to keep stars after losing TV exposure

Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh says the organisation has prioritised retaining its talent, with a broadcast deal that has no Super Rugby games on free-to-air.

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Door open for Kiss to coach share Wallabies, Reds roles

Phil Waugh says he wants to keep Joe Schmidt involved with the Wallabies and could allow the next coach to job share with a Super Rugby Pacific club.

The Guardian - UK

Lions set to face Japan-based All Blacks in Anzac clash but Folau’s hopes over

The British & Irish Lions are set to face a number of former All Blacks stars this summer with Rugby Australia’s chief executive, Phil Waugh, confident players based in Japan can be recruited for the Anzac fixture

The Independent UK

Lions will face indigenous and Pacific team on Australian tour

The clash on July 22 fills the gap in the schedule left when the Melbourne Rebels went into administration.

AAP

Familiar face becomes foe in Hooper's comeback game

Former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper is ready to return for his first 15-a-side rugby game since 2023, and he'll do it against a former green and gold coach.

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Wallabies lock in Tokyo grudge match with Jones' Japan

The Wallabies will play Japan in October in their first meeting with former coach Eddie Jones, should he still be in charge of the Brave Blossoms by then.

The Independent UK

Sydney’s Olympic Stadium to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final

Organisers confirmed the seven Australian cities which will host the 24-team competition.

AAP

Timeline set for Schmidt to finalise Wallabies future

Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh says a decision on Joe Schmidt's future as Wallabies coach should be finalised in the next fortnight.

AAP

Schmidt gets Lions prep started with Wallabies camp

While he's yet to make a call on his coaching future, Joe Schmidt is continuing to plan for next year's touring Lions with the Wallabies assembling next month.

The Guardian - AU

Rugby Australia sets out bold plan to return to top of the sport amid fears over jobs cuts

RA reveals five-year strategic goal to be world’s No 1 rugby nation with strong broadcast revenues needed to boost finances for ‘golden decade’

AAP

Rugby Australia targets Bledisloe glory in bold plan

While Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt could make a contract call this week, Rugby Australia has revealed an ambitious plan to return the code to its glory days.

The Independent UK

Lions could play indigenous Australian team for first time on 2025 tour

The Lions are looking for a new midweek opponent between the first and second Tests of the 2025 tour due to the Melbourne Rebels going into administration

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