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Horwill's pick to get Wallabies on World Cup front foot

James Horwill has nominated Lukhan Salakaia-Loto as the enforcer the Wallabies are crying out for as they build to next year's World Cup.

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'Different beast': don't write off Wallabies for Cup

Brad Thorn has delivered his verdict on the Wallabies and reflected on his own World Cup experiences to mark 500 days until the Australian showpiece begins.

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What Wallabies coach Schmidt told Force star Zac Lomax

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has arrived in Perth and will closely monitor prized Western Force recruit Zac Lomax in Saturday night's crunch Super Rugby clash.

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Kiss to have say on Wallabies' July selection calls

Joe Schmidt has explained how Les Kiss will have a say on Wallabies selections before he takes the reins, and made a case for the injury-plagued Tom Lynagh.

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‘It’s not a revolution, it’s evolution’: Les Kiss army takes shape with Wallabies reign in sight

Australia’s incoming coach is out to build on the foundations set by Joe Schmidt after having to earn his shot while coming from a rugby league background

The Guardian - AU

'When will we learn?': McKellar lashes Wallabies talk

Waratahs coach Dan McKellar is not happy that a Brumbies playmaker is being spoken of as the Wallabies' next big thing following high praise from Joe Schmidt.

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Brumbies' Meredith keeping lid on Wallabies chatter

Declan Meredith has caught the eye of Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt, but the rising flyhalf is keeping focus firmly on the Brumbies' Super campaign.

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Wallabies snare All Blacks assistant as defence coach

The Wallabies have appointed another former key All Blacks staff member as assistant coach ahead of next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia.

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‘They call me Grandpa Joe’: coach Schmidt in a hurry as clock ticks down on Wallabies reign

Australia rugby’s outgoing boss celebrates the high points, ‘not end points’, as he prepares to guide the side in three Tests before handing over the keys

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies raid NRL ranks in pursuit of World Cup glory

Rugby Australia is making no secret of its intention to build the best possible Wallabies team for the 2027 World Cup - even if that means poaching the NRL.

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'I'll play anywhere': Suaalii's team-first mentality

NSW Waratahs star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has an unselfish mindset, opting to put the needs of the team above any demands that he plays in his preferred position.

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Local rivalries are key for Wallabies as Super Rugby starts the new season full of hope

Australia’s club sides can drive each other to greater heights in a year that will prove crucial ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup

The Guardian - AU

Test rugby coaches have a shelf life and Townsend must know he’s near the end

As pressure builds before a must-win Calcutta Cup, the Scotland coach may well have reached the point of diminishing returns after nine years in the job

The Guardian - UK

'That's on you': Wallabies star on Kiss balancing act

Fraser McReight has addressed the elephant in the room as Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss prepares to transition into the Wallabies' top job later this year.

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It's back to school for Ben Donaldson in World Cup bid

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt gave Ben Donaldson a series of clear messages last year, and the Force No.10 is determined to prove he's worthy of another call up.

The Independent UK

Wallabies lure NRL star Angus Crichton to bolster Rugby World Cup hopes

Crichton follows Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Mark Nawaqanitawase and Carter Gordon into rugby union

The Independent UK

Who might be the next All Blacks head coach?

Scott Robertson has left his role with just 20 months until the World Cup

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'Anything's possible': Kiss tipping a Wallabies revival

Incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss truly believes the lowly-ranked tournament hosts can be a force at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.

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'Consistency at 10 will help': Joe Schmidt's confession

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt admits settling on a first-choice No.10 is a challenge after the coach used seven flyhalves in a rollercoaster 2025 campaign.

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'Not at this stage': Schmidt coy about Wallabies role

Wily Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has not ruled out staying on as a World Cup advisor - or returning to the All Blacks camp for the 2027 showpiece in Australia.

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies must improve as World Cup draw delivers daunting All Blacks clash

After a winless European tour, Australia aim to regain winning habit before home tournament in October 2027

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies’ 2026 schedule brings hope but also potential for bigger headaches

Australia will play just six of their 14 Tests at home next year and with a coaching handover to navigate, a hangover from 2025 may drag on

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Wallabies say konnichiwa to coach Kiss with Japan Test

With Joe Schmidt overseeing the Wallabies for three Tests of the new Nations Championship, Les Kiss will take over for a home and away series against Japan.

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies fans are entitled to be frustrated but it’s not all grim for this tired, talented side

There were enough sparks and signs of intent in Europe to suggest Australia are a team at the beginning of something, not the end

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Wallabies apologise as pressure mounts on Schmidt

The Wallabies have fallen to France, consigning Joe Schmidt's side to a dubious place in history as the first Australians to lose 10 Tests in a year.

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