Caslick’s Cup ‘prayer’ in race to return from injury
Charlotte Caslick and Siokapesi Palu are busy rehabilitating injuries in the hope of joining the Wallaroos' World Cup effort later this month.
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Young guns add to South Sydney contract speculation
Young second-rower Jacob Host and 28-gamer Jye Gray haven't ruled out moves away from the NRL as they prepare for latest "Spoon Bowl".
Edmed answers Wallabies SOS call for South Africa tour
Playmakers Tane Edmed and James O'Connor have both been included in a 35-man Wallabies squad to play two Tests against the world champion Springboks in Africa.
‘Pick and stick’: Mortlock wants Wallabies consistency
Former Rugby World Cup captain Stirling Mortlock is hoping Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt sticks with the long-term with the side that pushed the touring Lions.
NFL’s Chargers waive Petaia in Aussie rugby player swap
Former Wallabies star Jordan Petaia has been waived by the Los Angeles Chargers, who have instead called up another Australian junior rugby talent.
Injured Petaia retained by Chargers, weighing options
The injury that prompted the Los Angeles Chargers to demote Jordan Petaia to their reserves list is only minor and the Australian is assessing his options.
Wounded Wallabies rocked by yet another injury setback
The Wallabies have suffered another massive injury setback and are now staring down the barrel of an unwanted place in Australian rugby history.
Wallaroos crush Wales in final World Cup warm-up
The Wallaroos have comfortably beaten Wales 36-5 in their final Test before heading to England for the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Spirited Wallabies deny Lions series clean sweep
The Wallabies have avoided a series whitewash with an action-packed 22-12 win over the British and Irish Lions in a spiteful third and final Test in Sydney.
‘Hell of a team’: Lions’ gushing praise for Wallabies
Joe Schmidt is refusing to get swept up in the emotion of the Wallabies' victory over the British and Irish Lions, saying he is still definitely stepping down.
Injured Wallaroos pair included for World Cup campaign
Injured pair Olympic gold medallist Charlotte Caslick and skipper Siokapesi Palu have both been named in the Wallaroos squad for the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Injured Wallaroos pair included for World Cup campaign
Injured Olympic gold medallist Charlotte Caslick and skipper Siokapesi Palu have been named in the Wallaroos squad for the Women's Rugby World Cup.
‘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.
Wallaroos can match Wales in Sydney wet: skipper
The Wallaroos came unstuck at Ballymore but say they'll prove their wet-weather capabilities in a Sydney rematch with Wales.
‘Not a sentimentalist’: Schmidt defends shock decision
In a number of team changes, Joe Schmidt has handed retiring half Nic White a surprise Wallabies start in the third Test against the British and Irish Lions.
Wallaroos’ mixed injury news ahead of last pre-Cup Test
The Wallaroos have received some welcome news amid more injuries ahead of their final Test on home soil before England's World Cup.
Wallaby goes from long-shot ‘Leo’ to Lions series hero
Justin Harrison became part of Wallabies folklore for his daring move during the third Test against the Lions in 2001, securing a famous series victory.
Sheehan says Lions are hungry for Australia whitewash
Lions hooker Dan Sheehan says his side are determined to complete a 3-0 series victory when they take on Australia in the final Test in Sydney on Saturday.
‘More time’: Why Lynagh craves more Wallabies starts
Rookie flyhalf Tom Lynagh has outlined why he hopes Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt sticks with him for Saturday's final Test against the British and Irish Lions.
Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention
Len Ikitau has called on his star Wallabies centre partner to roam far and wide against the Lions.
First Nations and Pasifika XV shock touring Lions
The unheralded First Nations & Pasifika XV have stood up to the British and Irish Lions, taking the visitors to the wire in their Melbourne tour clash.
Under-fire Wallabies dismiss ‘ridiculous’ criticism
World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward's criticism hasn't gone unnoticed with the Wallabies, who must beat the Lions in Melbourne to keep their series alive.
Wallabies look for another golden moment in Melbourne
The 2001 Lions Test in Melbourne was a triumph for the Wallabies on and off the field, with the current crop hoping for similar success and support at the MCG.
Unwanted Wallabies forward makes case for selection
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto says he's done all he can to break back into the Wallabies, but is resigned to flying home ahead of the second Test in Melbourne.
Big names return for Wallabies’ do-or-die clash
The Wallabies their biggest and best players in Will Skelton and Rob Valetini, saying they don't want to play "nice" against the Lions in their crunch Test.
Tuipulotu misses homecoming in Lions’ second Test
Sione Tuipulotu will miss playing in front of his home fans, left out of the British and Irish Lions squad to face the Wallabies in Melbourne due to injury.
‘Superpower’ shift as Wallaroos absorb double blow
On World Cup eve, new Wallaroos captain Emily Chancellor only has to observe how her teammates handle non-selection to see how far the squad's come.
Wallabies can’t lose heads in Lions Test tussle
The Wallabies have to play smart against the British and Irish Lions and need more than aggression to get on top of the tourists, says coach Joe Schmidt.
How Wallaroo saved Cup hopes after sevens ‘shake up’
Wallaroos veteran Lori Cramer remembers the 'okay, shit' moment and how, ahead of the World Cup, she's become indispensable despite the influx of sevens talent.
Wallabies look to avoid slice of unwanted Lions history
Skipper Harry Wilson says the Wallabies have taken confidence from their second half against the Lions but knows they need to lift to avoid a 59-year first.
Lions look to legend ahead of crunch Wallabies clash
Experiencing some of the greatest highs and lows of his storied career in Australia, former England great Martin Johnson has returned to rally the Lions.