Australia centre Lalakai Foketi is expected to make a full recovery from a neck injury that had raised fears for his rugby career and shook his New South Wales Waratahs teammates.

Rugby: Australia's Lalakai Foketi expected to make 'full recovery' from neck injury

Rising Wallabies star Mark Nawaqanitawase announced Thursday he will jump codes and join rugby league powerhouse Sydney Roosters, with beleaguered Rugby Australia voicing disappointment.

Rising Wallabies star winger Mark Nawaqanitawase quits for rugby league

Six state unions have demanded the immediate resignation of Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan in the wake of the failed tenure of former Wallabies coach Eddie Jones.

Rugby: Australian chairman Hamish McLennan asked to resign by state unions

Wallabies coach Eddie Jones admitted on Saturday that his flailing team were "massive underdogs" against the "red hot" All Blacks next weekend, but said it could work in their favour.

Rugby Championship: Australia 'underdogs' against All Black, says Wallabies coach Eddie Jones

World Rugby has confirmed Australia as host of the men`s World Cup in 2027 and the women`s in 2029 and England has been chosen to stage the 2025 women`s tournament, the governing body said on Thursday.

World Rugby confirms Australia to host 2027 and 2029 World Cups

Australian police have charged two men with allegedly sending racially abusive messages on social media to South Sydney Rabbitohs full back Latrell Mitchell, local media reported on Friday.

Two men charged over alleged online racial abuse of NRL player Latrell Mitchell

A top Rugby Australia official tipped to became the troubled organisation's next chairman resigned Wednesday as reports said he had a major falling-out with fellow board members.

Rugby Australia director out as turmoil continues

Plans for Australia's Super Rugby clubs to play a domestic competition were put on hold Monday and training halted after tough new government measures to contain the coronavirus.

Australian Super Rugby competition put on hold due to virus

New Zealander Dave Rennie was tasked on Wednesday with resurrecting Australia's rugby team, replacing Michael Cheika as head coach in a "massive coup" that will see him lead the Wallabies to the 2023 World Cup in France.

Rugby: New Zealander Rennie appointed Australia coach

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