Force sign former title-winning Crusader Ben Funnell New Western Force signing Ben Funnell says he wasn't sure if he'd get another crack at Super Rugby after leaving the Crusaders in 2019. AAP · Feb 6, 2024
Saitama make statement beating Super Rugby's Chiefs Saitama became the first Japanese corporate side to beat a Super Rugby Pacific opponent with a 38-14 win over the Chiefs in the Cross Border Rugby competition. AAP · Feb 4, 2024
Frankie's chance comes after rave Reds rugby reviews Highly touted teenager Frankie Goldsbrough will be unveiled by the Queensland Reds in Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific pre-season clash with the Western Force. AAP · Feb 1, 2024
Rugby Australia targeting early call on Rebels future Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has met with the Victorian government as the future of Melbourne in Super Rugby Pacific competition hangs in the balance. AAP · Jan 31, 2024
Rugby's cash-strapped Rebels vow to fight for survival In voluntary administration, the embattled Melbourne Rebels feel their off-field challenges will galvanise the players as they fight for Super Rugby survival. AAP · Jan 29, 2024
Super Rugby Rebels deny voluntary administration status The Melbourne Rebels are yet to formally enter voluntary administration, however the Super Rugby battlers remain in huge financial strife. AAP · Jan 26, 2024
'Boring' Schmidt not here to sell Wallabies dream New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt presented himself as the antithesis of predecessor Eddie Jones as he addressed the challenge of rebuilding the national team. AAP · Jan 19, 2024
Ireland link has Schmidt as Wallabies coach contender David Nucifora and Peter Horne taking on key RA roles after helping Ireland to world No.1 has raised the prospect of Joe Schmidt coaching the Wallabies. AAP · Dec 21, 2023
Winds of change blowing as Japan plan to tackle rugby’s powerhouses With Ardie Savea on board, will the money on offer for a shorter season in Asia attract more elite European-based players? The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2023
Super Rugby must speed up to lure fans back: Waugh RA chief executive Phil Waugh says speeding up the game and limiting the time the ball is out of play are ways to revive interest in Super Rugby. AAP · Dec 11, 2023
Rugby Australia trials new tackle height laws to combat concussion Trial law designed to reduce head-to-head contact in tackles, with research showing concussion risks are four-times higher in tackles above sternum The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2023
Waratahs commit to RA alignment, Brumbies not so keen Rugby Australia has taken the first step towards centralisation, with New South Wales the first state to commit to an alignment with the governing body. AAP · Nov 13, 2023
Rebels excited to have Tupou in Super Rugby ranks Melbourne's biggest signing Taniela Tupou will be at Super Rugby training early next month, with coach Kevin Foote looking to make the Rebels' scrum a weapon. AAP · Nov 9, 2023
All Blacks captain Sam Cane confirmed Japan move after World Cup pain New Zealand captain Sam Cane will take a year off from Super Rugby after the World Cup final defeat The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2023
The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023 Leigh Halfpenny has ‘an exciting challenge’ awaiting him after Wales retirement New Zealand Super Rugby heavyweights Crusaders could be his next port of call.
AAP · Nov 1, 2023 Robbie Deans rules out a return as Wallabies coach New Zealander Robbie Deans, Australia's longest-serving Wallabies coach who led the team from 2008 to 2013, has ruled out a return to the post.
AAP · Oct 30, 2023 All change for All Blacks as Foster cut for Razor The All Blacks are at the end of an era with Ian Foster departing the side, along with several stars, after their World Cup final loss.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023 Foster v ‘Rasnaber’ final is chance for coaches to emerge from the shadows Ian Foster knows he is being replaced by the All Blacks after the World Cup but Jacques Nienaber’s Springboks role remains news to many
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023 Wales vs England referee: Who is Six Nations official Nic Berry? Australian Berry will officiate the round five clash
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 England vs Argentina referee: Who is Rugby World Cup bronze final official Nic Berry? Australia Berry will officiate the penultimate game of the tournament on Friday evening
AAP · Oct 18, 2023 Women's Super Rugby competition to stick to six teams Rugby Australia has opted to stick to the same Super W format and instead invest more money into the pathways of women's rugby and the high performance program.
AAP · Oct 16, 2023 Aust govt continues Super funding for Fijian rugby The Australian government has pledged funding through its PacificAus Sports program for the Fiji sides to continue in the Super Rugby competitions.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2023 Drua’s emergence in Super Rugby is shaping talent-rich Fiji’s bright future World Cup quarter-finalists are benefiting from finally having a professional team on the islands
AAP · Oct 11, 2023 QRU states position in Aussie rugby centralisation bid Queensland has offered support to Rugby Australia's centralisation effort, but will not relinquish commercial independence in any high-performance restructure.
AAP · Oct 9, 2023 Moore fears Wallabies heading for tier two status Former Test captain Stephen Moore says rugby in Australia needs an overhaul to stop the Wallabies becoming a tier two team following their World Cup flop.