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SportAustralian Associated PressRugby trials lower tackle height for safer play
Rugby Australia will implement a new two-year trial that will see the legal height of tackles lowered in community rugby as they look to minimise head injuries.
SportAustralian Associated PressAbuse of Owen Farrell labelled 'shocking' by colleagues
The abuse aimed at Owen Farrell, which has prompted him to take a break from international rugby, has been called "shocking" by an old England teammate.
SportAustralian Associated PressOwen Farrell misses Six Nations for 'mental well-being'
England captain Owen Farrell has decided to miss the Six Nations Championship, deciding to take a break to prioritise his and his family's mental well-being.
BusinessAustralian Associated PressBesieged Rugby Australia secures $80 million loan deal
Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh says the finalisation of an $80 million loan deal will help set up the game for the future in Australia.
SportAustralian Associated PressFarrell retains hunger to play RWC in Australia in 2027
England captain Owen Farrell reckons he still has the hunger to prolong his career following their World Cup semi-final disappointment in France.
SportAustralian Associated PressLevi sisters lead Aussie charge towards Paris Olympics
Maddison and Teagan Levi are locked into the Australian rugby sevens program long-term with the star sisters set to be part of the Paris Olympic charge.
SportAustralian Associated PressHooper set for first rugby sevens outing in Perth
Ex-Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper will miss the first two rounds of the world series rugby sevens with the veteran flanker set to debut in Perth in January.
SportAustralian Associated PressNew Rugby Australia chairman pledges to listen to fans
New RA chairman Dan Herbert says all stakeholders and fans will be listened to as part of the ailing code's concerted effort to revive rugby in Australia.
SportAustralian Associated PressMcLennan says he was the victim of a rugby power grab
Axed Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan fears his ousting will only lead to more division in a code split over the governing body's centralisation play.
SportAustralian Associated PressRugby Australia chair Hamish McLennan ousted
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan has been sacked following a torrid year, with Daniel Herbert named as his replacement on an interim basis.
SportAustralian Associated PressDefiant RA boss McLennan granted 24-hour reprieve
Hamish McLennan doesn't plan to quit as chair of Rugby Australia despite a demand from six of his own member unions to do so.
SportAustralian Associated PressRugby Australia chair urged to quit by his own unions
The internal war within Rugby Australia has turned ugly, with chairman Hamish McLennan urged to quit by six of his own member unions.
SportAustralian Associated PressBritish & Irish Lions strike deal for Australia tour
The British & Irish Lions have done a deal with club competitions ensuring players are available for the 2025 Australia tour.
SportAustralian Associated PressMichael Hooper signs up for Aussie sevens Olympic bid
Veteran Australian rugby star Michael Hooper is to take up a new challenge as a sevens player for the national squad, with an eye on striking Olympic gold.
SportAustralian Associated PressFormer great Larkham open to Wallabies coaching job
World Cup-winning player Stephen Larkham says he's interested in the Wallabies coaching job after Eddie Jones walked out on the job last month.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaMichael Hooper in stunning rugby sevens switch after controversial Wallabies snub
The former Wallabies captain has been bombarded with messages of support from fans after the big announcement. More here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaRugby Australia boss calls end to NRL raids after 'insane' Joseph Suaalii deal
Phil Waugh insists Rugby Australia needs to learn from its expensive mistakes of the past. Details here.
SportAustralian Associated PressRA CEO rules out any more Suaalli-like raids on NRL
First-year CEO Phil Waugh says Rugby Australia won't be buying into any bidding war with NRL clubs as the player tug-of-war between the two codes escalates.
SportAustralian Associated PressWaratahs 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.
SportAustralian Associated PressFlag-winning psychologist hired to find Rebels success
Melbourne have recruited AFL sports psychologist Andrew Waterson to help their battered Wallabies players and the under-performing Rebels find success.
SportAustralian Associated PressRebels 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.
SportAustralian Associated PressRA chair McLennan's pitch to remain after 'ugly' Cup
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan has defended the decision to appoint Eddie Jones as Wallabies coach, and argued why he should remain at the helm.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaEddie Jones in telling Japan move after messy Wallabies exit
The former Wallabies head coach has given a strong indication on his next coaching role.
NewsAustralian Associated PressRWC final ref Barnes calls for action against trolls
Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes has called for social media trolls to be held to account after he and his family copped "vile" social media abuse.
SportAustralian Associated PressEddie Jones confirms interest in Japan coaching job
Eddie Jones has finally confirmed his interest in returning as Japan national coach following his ill-fated World Cup stint in charge of the Wallabies.
