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Rugby Australia take control of Brumbies
Rugby Australia assumed ownership of the Brumbies on Tuesday, as the governing body’s push for greater control of the domestic game gained momentum.
Rugby Australia assumed ownership of the Brumbies on Tuesday, as the governing body’s push for greater control of the domestic game gained momentum.
Former Wallaby skipper Michael Hooper has announced his retirement from international rugby for Australia with immediate effect.
Rugby Australia has rejected a consortium’s bid to take over the debt-laden Rebels and shut down the side after 14 seasons in Super Rugby.
Michael Hooper is set to make his sevens debut for Australia at the Hong Kong tournament, as the Wallabies Test veteran bids for a place at the Paris Olympics.
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has revealed that the Wallabies’ dismal World Cup campaign included an “unapproved” overspend of $2.6 million (R32.2 million) on staff travel and player benefits.
Rugby Australia said it would help the Melbourne Rebels to take part in the 2024 Super Rugby competition after the debt-laden club went into voluntary administration.
Former All Blacks assistant coach Joe Schmidt is reportedly poised to take the reins as the Wallabies’ new head coach, succeeding Eddie Jones.
Mark Nawaqanitawase has announced he will jump codes and join rugby league powerhouse Sydney Roosters, with Rugby Australia voicing disappointment.
Hamish McLennan has slammed the Rugby Australia members who ousted him as chairman, in the wake of losing Harvey Norman as a sponsor of the sport in the country.
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan was on Sunday ousted from his position and replaced by a member of the Wallabies’ 1999 World Cup-winning team.