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Ikitau back in fray as Wallabies eye Argentina

Les Kiss has resisted any left-field inclusions for the Wallabies' two-Test tour of Argentina, but will have a welcome selection headache in the midfield.

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The Kiss Wallabies 'flex': don't call it an experiment

Les Kiss thinks there is more flexibility yet in the Wallabies squad that will head to Argentina for two Tests on a refreshing three-game winning streak.

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'World-class': Cheika set for Waratahs coaching return

Michael Cheika, the only man to lead the NSW Waratahs to a Super Rugby title, is firming to be named as the franchise's next mentor, possibly even this week.

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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.

AAP

Les Kiss reaps rewards of derring-do approach to Australia’s team selection

Issac Henry, Carlo Tizzano, Charlie Cale and Massimo de Lutiis repay faith shown by Les Kiss, the Wallabies coach, and highlight squad’s strength in depth

The Guardian - UK

Jones' nod to Kiss ahead of potential Cup showdown

Eddie Jones, the last man to coach Australia at a home Rugby World Cup, has some insights for new Wallabies mentor Les Kiss.

AAP

Carter Gordon impresses on return as Wallabies surge clear of Japan for dominant win

Australia defeat Japan 56-17 as their No 10 shows why he could be the solution to coach Les Kiss’s problem

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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.

AAP

Australia 56-17 Japan: rugby union international – as it happened

The Wallabies kicked clear to make it two-from-two against the Brave Blossoms with a commanding victory in Townsville

The Guardian - AU

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".

AAP

Wallabies search for pieces to fit playmaker puzzle as Kiss swings changes

Australia head coach called in Carter Gordon to face Japan in Townsville but will keep investigating his flyhalf options before next year’s World Cup

The Guardian - AU

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.

AAP

Carter Gordon returns for Wallabies in ‘balanced selection’ for second Japan Test

After three false starts, the Carter Gordon era may have finally arrived after the flyhalf was named in the Australian XV to play Japan in Townsville on Saturday

The Guardian - AU

Former Australia and Ireland international Brian Smith dies aged 59

Smith also spent three years as an assistant coach with England

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'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

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

AAP

Fresh ink: Wallaby No.999's hard road to Test debut

After his fourth major surgery in as many years, Isaac Henry made a promise to himself that he was able to fulfil in an emotional Wallabies debut in Japan.

The Guardian - AU

Les Kiss and his Wallabies have a mountain to climb but gritty win over Japan is a big first step

Australia got ambushed early and were a hot mess at times. But Kiss showed patience and nous as he found a way to win

AAP

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.

The Guardian - AU

New coach Kiss off to a winning start as Wallabies rumble past bold Japan

The Wallabies shrugged off an early red card and a litany of reckless errors to welcome their new coach Les Kiss to international rugby with a 35-32 victory over Japan in Osaka

AAP

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.

The Guardian - AU

Japan 32-35 Australia: rugby union international – as it happened

Minute by minute: The Wallabies began a new era under coach Les Kiss with a Test win against old boss Eddie Jones’ side

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