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Prop idol has his 'mojo' back - and Wallabies want more

Prop idol has his 'mojo' back - and Wallabies want more

Wallabies coach Les Kiss will stay in regular touch with Taniela Tupou's French club to ensure the in-form prop remains a regular fixture.

Jones' shout as Tupou powers Wallabies past Japan

Jones' shout as Tupou powers Wallabies past Japan

Jones' shout as Tupou powers Wallabies past Japan

Jones' shout as Tupou powers Wallabies past Japan

Australia's pack, led by Taniela Tupou, scored all eight of their tries as the Wallabies exploded out of a tight spot to thump Japan in Townsville.

How Tate's 'owning' finisher tag as Wallabies bench ace

How Tate's 'owning' finisher tag as Wallabies bench ace

How Tate's 'owning' finisher tag as Wallabies bench ace

How Tate's 'owning' finisher tag as Wallabies bench ace

Tate McDermott and Ben Donaldson will again warm the bench in Townsville as the Wallabies pair embrace their role as "finishers".

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Why Wallabies' new 'Pooper' combo can work

Why Wallabies' new 'Pooper' combo can work

Les Kiss's Wallabies are set to unleash the modern day version of "Pooper" in Townsville against Japan.

'Four figures' the sum but Massimo more than numbers

'Four figures' the sum but Massimo more than numbers

Boasting a record bench press, Massimo De Lutiis is poised to become Wallaby No.1000 after being named as a reserve to face Japan in Townsville.

Kiss's Gordon hope and message for dropped flyhalf

Kiss's Gordon hope and message for dropped flyhalf

Les Kiss anticipates a fit-again Carter Gordon to torment Japan's defence when the re-jigged Wallabies return to Townsville to face Eddie Jones's side.

'Very sad': ex-Wallabies, league star Brian Smith dies

'Very sad': ex-Wallabies, league star Brian Smith dies

Former Wallabies and rugby league player Brian Smith has died of cancer at age 59.

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Wallabies wary of fast Eddie and his Japan speedsters

Wallabies wary of fast Eddie and his Japan speedsters

Wallabies wary of fast Eddie and his Japan speedsters

Wallabies wary of fast Eddie and his Japan speedsters

After escaping with a three-point win in Osaka, the Wallabies are not expecting things to get any easier in the return bout against Japan in Townsville.

Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby

Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby

Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby

Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby

Rugby Australia will pay compensation to Scottish Rugby after signing the recently released Sione Fukofuka as Wallaroos coach.

Hobbled Suaalii scratched for Wallabies' Japan rematch

Hobbled Suaalii scratched for Wallabies' Japan rematch

Hobbled Suaalii scratched for Wallabies' Japan rematch

Hobbled Suaalii scratched for Wallabies' Japan rematch

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been ruled out of the Wallabies' Japan rematch while Miles Amatosero has learnt his punishment following an Osaka red card.

Suaalii call a 'first world problem' for Wallabies

Suaalii call a 'first world problem' for Wallabies

Suaalii call a 'first world problem' for Wallabies

Suaalii call a 'first world problem' for Wallabies

How Les Kiss tweaks his squad, especially in the halves and midfield, for a Townsville rematch with Japan will provide clues ahead of next year's World Cup.

Wallabies backed to 'play', survive first Kiss Test

Wallabies backed to 'play', survive first Kiss Test

Wallabies backed to 'play', survive first Kiss Test

Wallabies backed to 'play', survive first Kiss Test

Even with the game in the balance in his first Test as Wallabies coach, Les Kiss was able to crack a smile before his side hung on to win in Japan.

Wallabies defy Osaka heat, scramble for Kiss debut win

Wallabies defy Osaka heat, scramble for Kiss debut win

Wallabies defy Osaka heat, scramble for Kiss debut win

Wallabies defy Osaka heat, scramble for Kiss debut win

Wallabies captain Harry Wilson has credited the side's new coaching team for the composure shown when it appeared Japan were set for a historic win.

Wallabies see red but survive Osaka sauna

Wallabies see red but survive Osaka sauna

Wallabies see red but survive Osaka sauna

Wallabies see red but survive Osaka sauna

The Wallabies' Les Kiss coaching era has begun with a nerve-racking 35-32 defeat of Japan, the visitors scraping home despite lock Miles Amatosero's red card.

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Why Hunter's become the hunted in centre Test battle

Hunter Paisami has backed Isaac Henry to show why new Wallabies coach Les Kiss rates him so highly when the long-time clubmates wear gold in Osaka.

'Never rule out Quade': familiar face in Wallabies camp

Quade Cooper, who played and now coaches in Osaka, has aided preparations in the city ahead of the Wallabies' clash with Japan.

Jones plots Japan history, Kiss braces for rough ride

Les Kiss and Eddie Jones have history but the coaches have kept things civil ahead of a Test meeting in Osaka that serves as a full-circle moment.

'Might consider it': home World Cup on Foley's mind

He'd be 38 but veteran playmaker Bernard Foley isn't ruling out featuring in next year's home Rugby World Cup after returning to the NSW Waratahs in 2027.

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Les is more: Kiss seeks balance in first Test at helm

There is continuity, but Wallabies coach Les Kiss has still made nine changes for his first Test in charge, against Eddie Jones's Japan in Osaka.

'Age is just a number': veteran duo back for Waratahs

The NSW Waratahs have signed veteran 2014 Super Rugby-winning halves Bernard Foley and Nick Phipps in an eyebrow-raising move sure to polarise fans.

Albornoz banned from Australia Tests after Gardner row

Argentina fly-half Tomas Albornoz will sit out Tests with the Wallabies after receiving a four-match ban following a bust-up with Aussie referee Angus Gardner.

Wallabies boss tipped to do more in timely first Test

Seeking his 'true north', James Horwill expects Les Kiss to immediately assess his options in Japan after adding some fresh faces to his first Wallabies squad.

'Play fast': the Wallabies ready for an up-tempo Japan

Knowing a first-up win in the Les Kiss era is non-negotiable, the Wallabies have turned up the heat ahead of Saturday's showdown with Japan in Osaka.

Wallabies to battle heat, typhoon in Japanese Test

The Wallabies know scorching conditions and a typhoon may wreak havoc in their clash against Eddie Jones' Japan, but they have a plan to work through it.

Thriller breeds hope for trans-Tasman rivalry

Australian female rugby players have proven their mettle against one of the world's strongest teams, boding well as the Wallaroos prepare to face New Zealand.

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