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'Why not': Wilson's Wallabies plot 40-year first

'Why not': Wilson's Wallabies plot 40-year first

There is a quiet confidence permeating from the Wallabies, who had a special visitor ahead of Auckland's Bledisloe Cup opener.

Battle for use of Chiefs NRL team name headed for court

Battle for use of Chiefs NRL team name headed for court

Battle for use of Chiefs NRL team name headed for court

Battle for use of Chiefs NRL team name headed for court

New Zealand Rugby has filed proceedings in the NZ High Court over the decision to name the NRL's Papua New Guinea expansion side the Chiefs.

'Not about me': Rennie prepares for Wallabies reunion

'Not about me': Rennie prepares for Wallabies reunion

'Not about me': Rennie prepares for Wallabies reunion

'Not about me': Rennie prepares for Wallabies reunion

Dave Rennie has taken the high ground as the former Wallabies coach prepares to coach against them with the All Blacks in the opening Bledisloe Cup Test.

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Hip-drop tackle added to rugby's global rule book

Hip-drop tackle added to rugby's global rule book

World Rugby has moved to outlaw the hip-drop tackle that's claimed multiple high-profile victims across codes but previously gone unmentioned in the rule book.

Why this year is different for Wallabies: Slack

Why this year is different for Wallabies: Slack

Andrew Slack, the last man to captain a winning Wallabies team at Eden Park, is more optimistic than usual as the side prepares to play again in Auckland.

McReight's plan for Wallabies to end Eden Park curse

McReight's plan for Wallabies to end Eden Park curse

Fraser McReight thinks he knows what's coming from the All Blacks and has genuine belief the Wallabies can win at Eden Park for the first time since 1986.

'Freak' catches Wallabies' eyes before Bledisloe battle

'Freak' catches Wallabies' eyes before Bledisloe battle

Mark Nawaqanitawase may be playing a different kind of rugby than the Wallabies, but that hasn't stopped the team's excitement for his return to the union game.

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Fans embracing biggest ever Rugby World Cup

Fans embracing biggest ever Rugby World Cup

Fans embracing biggest ever Rugby World Cup

Fans embracing biggest ever Rugby World Cup

The countdown has begun for the 2027 Rugby World Cup, which is set to be the biggest in tournament history, with high hopes for the Wallabies.

Kiss irked over Paisami suspension, coy on replacement

Kiss irked over Paisami suspension, coy on replacement

Kiss irked over Paisami suspension, coy on replacement

Kiss irked over Paisami suspension, coy on replacement

Wallabies coach Les Kiss faces a midfield reshuffle after Hunter Paisami's four-week ban, eyeing several options ahead of the crucial Eden Park Bledisloe clash.

Former Wallabies hooker dealt devastating health blow

Former Wallabies hooker dealt devastating health blow

Former Wallabies hooker dealt devastating health blow

Former Wallabies hooker dealt devastating health blow

After beating the odds to play professional contact sport with cystic fibrosis, former Wallaby Nathan Charles has now been diagnosed with MND, aged 37.

Star centre cleared for Cup action against All Blacks

Star centre cleared for Cup action against All Blacks

Star centre cleared for Cup action against All Blacks

Star centre cleared for Cup action against All Blacks

Len Ikitau has overcome an ankle injury to be named in the Wallabies squad for the Bledisloe Cup, with coach Les Kiss also including a Brumbies bolter.

Bizarre audition: Williams thrives as Wallabies skipper

Bizarre audition: Williams thrives as Wallabies skipper

Bizarre audition: Williams thrives as Wallabies skipper

Bizarre audition: Williams thrives as Wallabies skipper

The cool and calm leadership of Jeremy Williams has played a key role in the 11-man Wallabies holding on for a famous win over South Africa in Perth.

Wallabies facing Bledisloe Cup centres crisis after win

Wallabies facing Bledisloe Cup centres crisis after win

Wallabies facing Bledisloe Cup centres crisis after win

Wallabies facing Bledisloe Cup centres crisis after win

The Wallabies have produced a statement win a year out from the World Cup, but the victory over the Springboks could come at a big cost.

Eleven-man Wallabies hang on against South Africa

Eleven-man Wallabies hang on against South Africa

Eleven-man Wallabies hang on against South Africa

Eleven-man Wallabies hang on against South Africa

The Wallabies had four players sent off in seven minutes but were still able to cling on for a nerve-shredding Test win over world champions South Africa.

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Wallaroos roar to win over Scots in eight-minute burst

Australia's Wallaroos have earned a much-needed win after six-straight Test losses, powering to a 30-10 victory over Scotland with an early second-half surge.

Wallabies suffer injury blow ahead of Springboks battle

Harry Wilson says the upside of an injury to in-form Wallabies lock Josh Canham is that Lukhan Salakaia-Loto gets to start against the abrasive Springboks.

Best in the business: Suaalii to soar on Wallabies wing

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been hailed as one of the best in the business at dealing with high balls as the Wallabies brace for a Springboks aerial barrage.

Cheika mate: presenting Angus Crichton's new main man

NSW Waratahs recruit Angus Crichton has nominated his first point of contact in rugby - and it's not fellow code-hopper and ex-Rooster Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.

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Cheers: how hospitality helps Halse's rugby journey

Caitlyn Halse has revealed how working in a pub contributes to her rugby union success, as the Wallaroos prepare for a historic Test against Scotland.

Wallabies brace for air and ground battle against Boks

The Wallabies will be set for an intense battle in the air and at ground level when they take on world No.1 South Africa at Optus Stadium on Sunday.

Forwards hold key as Wallabies shift Suaalii to wing

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is set to move from outside centre to wing as the Wallabies attempt to down defending World Cup champions South Africa in Perth.

Boks make 13 changes for Perth clash with Wallabies

Two-time World Cup-winning flyhalf Handre Pollard returns from injury among 13 changes for the Springboks for Sunday's clash with Australia at Optus Stadium.

Wallabies blow as luckless star sent in for surgery

Western Force star Nick Champion de Crespigny has been rushed into the Wallabies squad after Charlie Cale suffered a year-ending shoulder injury at training.

Wallabies eye Springboks scalp amid Flagmantle frenzy

Flagmantle fever has taken over Perth, and the Wallabies want to ensure the party-like celebrations extend into Sunday with an upset win over the Springboks.

Wallabies star opens up on what killed his NFL dream

A hamstring injury cost Jordan Petaia his NFL dream, but the talented Wallabies back now has the chance to play in a home rugby World Cup.

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