Offside rule tweak to end Super Rugby ‘kick tennis’
The offside law will be altered in Super Rugby Pacific to discourage long-distance kicking duels and entice teams to run the ball and counterattack.
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Harry Potter embraces Western Force razzle dazzle
Western Force utility back Harry Potter is already making headlines in Perth after scoring two tries against against Queensland in a trial game last week.
Rugby star Kurtley Beale cleared of raping woman
Kurtley Beale has been found not guilty of raping a woman or sexually touching her in a toilet cubicle after a jury took just hours to clear the rugby star.
Humbled Valetini wins Wallabies’ John Eales Medal
Brumbies No.8 Rob Valetini has been rewarded for his consistent 2023 season with the John Eales Medal as the Wallabies' player of the year.
Woman ‘curated’ Beale rape allegation, lawyer argues
A woman who claims to have been raped by rugby star Kurtley Beale has been labelled "manipulative" by his lawyer in a closing address to his trial's jury.
Force sign former title-winning Crusader Ben Funnell
New Western Force signing Ben Funnell says he wasn't sure if he'd get another crack at Super Rugby after leaving the Crusaders in 2019.
Jury to rule on consent in Kurtley Beale rape case
A woman who accused rugby star Kurtley Beale of rape has been "staunchly consistent" in her version of the events, a NSW court has heard.
‘I messed up’: Beale called agent after rape allegation
Kurtley Beale called his player-agent Isaac Moses and told him he had "messed up", after being confronted with sexual assault allegations, a court has heard.
Woman feared being hated for airing Beale rape claim
A woman who claims rugby star Kurtley Beale sexually assaulted her in a pub toilet was worried she wouldn't be believed, a jury has been told
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.
Force to be reckoned with after Ballymore boilover
A rallying Western Force have notched a confidence-boosting pre-season win over the Reds in Brisbane, while the Rebels also impressed in beating the Waratahs.
Rebels’ ‘statement’ Super trial victory ends tough week
The Melbourne Rebels have beaten the NSW Waratahs in an impressive preseason trial effort just days after the club was placed into voluntary administration.
Frankie’s chance comes after rave Reds rugby reviews
Highly touted teenager Frankie Goldsbrough will be unveiled by the Queensland Reds in Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific pre-season clash with the Western Force.
‘Convince him he’s guilty’: Beale accuser’s call notes
A woman's mindset prior to calling rugby star Kurtley Beale with rape allegations has been called into question at his trial.
Wallabies to build from World Cup low in Super trials
Australia's five rugby franchises return to action this weekend with Wallabies stars slated for an earlier start to their campaigns than expected.
Rugby Australia targeting early call on Rebels future
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has met with the Victorian government as the future of Melbourne in Super Rugby Pacific competition hangs in the balance.
Beale rape accuser denies toilet act consensual
A woman accusing rugby star Kurtley Beale of raping her in a toilet cubicle has faced a grilling by his lawyer, including whether she invited him to join her.
Rugby star Beale recorded apologising to rape accuser
A secret police recording captured the moment rugby star Kurtley Beale was confronted by a woman alleging he sexually assaulted her in a toilet cubicle.
Woman says ‘desperate’ Beale forced her into sexual act
Kurtley Beale's sexual assault trial has been told the "desperate" rugby union star forced a woman to give him oral sex at a Bondi hotel in December 2022.
Lynagh niggle adds intrigue to Reds’ No.10 question
Tom Lynagh is battling a back niggle but the No.10 says he's learnt to be more competitive as he fights for a spot in Les Kiss's Queensland Reds starting side.
Super Rugby Rebels deny voluntary administration status
The Melbourne Rebels are yet to formally enter voluntary administration, however the Super Rugby battlers remain in huge financial strife.
O’Connor ditches pressures of past, plans to play on
Queensland Reds playmaker James O'Connor has no plans to retire this year and would love another chance to end a fluctuating Wallabies career on his terms.
Beale’s sexual assault accuser set to give evidence
Kurtley Beale has pleaded not guilty before a jury that is expected to hear from the woman he is accused of groping and sexually assaulting at a Sydney pub.
Beale jury shown alleged grope before sexual assault
The jury judging if Kurtley Beale groped and sexually assaulted a woman has seen CCTV from the night as his lawyer argues a "quite different version of events".
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.
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.
Kiwi Joe Schmidt tasked with Wallabies rebuild
Kiwi Joe Schmidt has been confirmed as the new Wallabies coach, given the task of rebuilding a team still licking their wounds from a historic World Cup flop.
‘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.
‘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.
McDermott, Wright again to captain Queensland Reds
The Queensland Reds are sticking with their leadership set-up, with Tate McDermott and Liam Wright to captain the side again in 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".