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 · Aug 15
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 · Aug 15
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 · Aug 14
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. AAP · Aug 14
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 · Aug 13
Empty seats and faded aura show how Springboks outgrew the All Blacks The Springboks can use Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry to establish themselves as one of the greatest teams of all time The Guardian - UK · Aug 13
'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. AAP · Aug 13
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 · Aug 13
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 · Aug 13
‘Whole and meaningful’: Red Roses coach John Mitchell becomes British citizen England women’s World Cup-winning coach, John Mitchell, has revealed he became a UK citizen in July after a six-year process The Guardian - UK · Aug 12
'Very sad': ex-Wallabies, league star Brian Smith dies Former Wallabies and rugby league player Brian Smith has died of cancer at age 59. AAP · Aug 12
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. AAP · Aug 12
Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby Rugby Australia will pay compensation to Scottish Rugby after signing the recently released Sione Fukofuka as Wallaroos coach. AAP · Aug 12
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. AAP · Aug 10
AAP · Aug 9 'Special talent': Dragons young gun in World Cup mix Rising star Hamish Stewart is being touted as a Kangaroos World Cup bolter after leading St George Illawarra to a shock win over top-four heavyweights Cronulla.
AAP · Aug 9 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.
AAP · Aug 9 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 · Aug 9 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 · Aug 9 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 · Aug 8 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 · Aug 8 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
The Guardian - AU · Aug 8 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
AAP · Aug 7 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.
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