Dave Rennie responds to Wallabies axing
Dave Rennie believes the Wallabies made "massive shifts" during his coaching tenure but, after his shock axing, has wished Eddie Jones well at the World Cup.
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NRL not flinching at Eddie’s rugby return
In a sign of what's to come, NRL supremo Peter V'landys has provided a tongue-in-cheek response to new Wallabies coach Eddie Jones's poaching intentions.
Reds reveal mindset to beat NZ Super teams
Queensland Reds forward Connor Vest says New Zealand-based Super Rugby teams will hold no fears for the squad this year despite last season's dire results.
Rennie punted, Jones new Wallabies coach
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has been replaced by former mentor Eddie Jones ahead of this year's rugby World Cup.
Rennie rules Jones out of World Cup role
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie says sacked England mentor Eddie Jones won't be part of Australia's World Cup campaign in France later this year.
Wallabies lose Wisemantel for World Cup
Attack coach Scott Wisemantel has surprised the Wallabies by announcing he won't be part of their Rugby World Cup plans, opting to focus on his family.
Wallabies squad to begin World Cup year
Injured, overseas-based stars Quade Coope and Samu Kerevi are included in a 44-man Wallabies squad for a four-day camp on the Gold Coast next week.
Wallaroos ace Patu retires from Test rugby
Legendary Wallaroos forward Liz Patu has announced her retirement from Test rugby as Australia's most-capped women's player.
Wilson to fight out of Wallaby wilderness
Frustrated Reds backrower Harry Wilson finds himself on the outer but is determined to make a World Cup case in next year's Super Rugby Pacific season.
Super Rugby Pacific forges ahead to 2030
Super Rugby Pacific will forge ahead into 2024 and beyond after Rugby Australia scrapped plans to withdraw from the competition over a financial dispute.
Wallabies not into World Cup mind games
The injury-hit Wallabies will be aiming to end their Spring Tour on a high when they take on Wales in Cardiff this weekend.
Wallabies believe after epic comeback win
The Wallabies conjured an incredible comeback from 21 points down in the second half to end their spring tour on a high with a win over Wales.
Wallabies No.10 Donaldson gets Test start
With injuries decimating the Wallabies, Ben Donaldson will start at No.10 against Wales with coach Dave Rennie saying he wants to learn more about the rookie.
Injury-hit Wallabies look for final hurrah
The wounded Wallabies are looking to end a torrid five-Test spring tour on a high with a win over Wales, who they will also face at next year's World Cup.
Slipper upbeat despite Wallabies defeat
A 13-10 loss to Ireland has continued to pile pressure on the Wallabies but skipper James Slipper feels they are making progress ahead of next year's World Cup.
Wallabies send six injured players home
The Wallabies' loss to Ireland has ended in carnage with six injured players sent home from the spring tour, missing their final Test against Wales.
Wallabies to lift for Ireland: Slipper
Skipper James Slipper says the Wallabies' inconsistency is a huge issue but he's confident they will bounce back from their shock loss to Italy against Ireland.
Rennie recalls big guns for Ireland Test
Dave Rennie has recalled big guns Michael Hooper, Bernard Foley and Nic White among nine starting changes for the Wallabies' showdown with Ireland in Dublin.
Wallabies pledge to play for coach Rennie
The Wallabies want to restore pride after their shock loss to Italy and also play for their coach Dave Rennie, whose position is under growing pressure.
Friend points Wallabies to Irish lessons
Andy Friend has seen plenty during five years in Ireland with Connacht that he thinks could be adopted by Rugby Australia to strengthen the code.
Tough to leave Jones’ England: Seibold
Anthony Seibold has revealed how tough a decision it was to quit England's Rugby Union World Cup campaign under Eddie Jones and join Manly a year early.
Poor discipline bringing Wallabies undone
The Wallabies are topping one unwanted World Rugby tally by averaging almost 14 penalties a game - a contributor to spring tour losses to Italy and France.
Hansen, 7s guns eye World Rugby gongs
Five Australians have been shortlisted for the men's and women's sevens player of the year, including reigning title-holder Charlotte Caslick.
Wallabies to wield axe on repeat offenders
Wallabies assistant Dan McKellar has rejected Stirling Mortlock's claims that Australia can't win the 2023 Rugby World Cup, but concedes there's issues to fix.
Winger Ioane completes rugby’s full circle
Incoming Australian-born Melbourne recruit Monty Ioane will play against his country of birth for the first time when he runs out on the wing for Italy.
New skipper, new energy drives Wallabies
New captain Allan Alaalatoa must manage late injuries, illness and a host of fresh combinations for the Wallabies to retain their perfect record against Italy.
Wallabies lose to Italy in historic defeat
The Wallabies have lost to Italy for the first time ever, a 28-27 defeat in Florence coming after coach Dave Rennie made a dozen team changes.
Mortlock writes off Wallabies at World Cup
Ex-World Cup captain Stirling Mortlock says Australia has no hope of winning the 2023 edition of rugby's global showpiece and must address disciplinary issues.
McReight out to make up for lost time
Wallabies flanker Fraser McReight plans to make his presence felt against Italy in a rare Test start as he fills in for long-time former captain Michael Hooper.
Injury drama after Rennie rings changes
Nick Frost is a late scratching to face Italy after injuring his ankle, while illness has also crept into Wallabies camp in Florence.
Wallabies wary of Italy danger game
Australia have never lost to Italy but winger Tom Wright says the Wallabies are blocking out outside noise that it is the easiest Test of their spring tour.