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Tributes are flowing for Jack Waugh (left),  son of the Australian Rugby Union CEO Phil Waugh (centre) who died suddenly last week. Pictured with Charlie Waugh.

Tragedy as son of Wallabies legend dies aged just 21

The family issued a statement expressing their ‘profound sadness’ at the loss of their ‘beloved’ son. 

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Ben Donaldson is firming for a Wallabies start against South Africa.

Pair of Force 10s on deck for Springboks rumble in Perth

Western Force star Ben Donaldson is firming for a starting berth when the Wallabies host South Africa at Optus Stadium next Sunday - but he is not the only Force fly-half in contention.

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Carter Gordon (l) was injured again during the Wallabies' draw with Argentina in Mendoza. (AP PHOTO)

Wallabies draw lets Argentina ‘off hook’ as star injured

Carter Gordon is under an injury cloud after the Wallabies settled for a frustrating Test draw that still secured them a historic series win in Argentina.

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Michael Cheika is set to rejoin the NSW Waratahs, 12 years after steering them to their first title. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

'World-class': Cheika set for Waratahs coaching return

Michael Cheika, the only man to lead the NSW Waratahs to a Super Rugby title, is firming to be named as the franchise's next mentor, possibly even this week.

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Brian Smith, a rugby union and league star half of the 1980s and '90s, has died. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

‘Very sad’: Ex-Wallabies, league star Brian Smith dies aged 59

Wallabies prop Angus Bell is leading the tributes for dual rugby union international and former NRL star Brian Smith, who has died aged 59.

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Mark Nawaqanitawase had a stunning State of Origin debut.

Why Nawaqanitawase can’t be lost to rugby league

He may be wearing green and gold for the Wallabies next year, but the welcome mat should always be rolled out for this rising superstar to return.

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The Waratahs' Henry O'Donnell has accepted a ban for using ADHD medication without an exemption. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Waratah out for using ADHD medication without exemption

A rising NSW Waratahs star has accepted an 18-month ban for using ADHD medication without an appropriate exemption that he now has.

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Jake Gordon has had surgery on a torn Achilles, ruling him out of the Wallabies for some time. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Gordon suffers significant setback ahead of World Cup

Wallabies star Jake Gordon is expected to be out for a lengthy period after undergoing surgery on a torn Achilles.

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Bledisloe Cup rugby is set to become a feature of Anzac Day. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

Wallabies star backs overdue Anzac Day Bledisloe first

Fraser McReight isn't sure why the Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test, slated to debut next year, isn't already on the rugby calendar.

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Western Force fans will have to wait at least another week for the club to unveil cross-code recruit Zac Lomax.

Lomax wait extends after being withdrawn from Reds clash

Western Force fans will have to wait at least another week for the club to unveil cross-code recruit Zac Lomax after he was withdrawn from Saturday’s game against the Reds.

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Former NRL star Zac Lomax has been named on the bench for the Western Force against the Reds. (David Woodley/AAP PHOTOS)

Ready to go: Zac Lomax named for a super Force debut

Former NRL star Zac Lomax is ready to go after being named on the bench for the Western Force's Super Rugby clash with the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.

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Zac Lomax is set for his rugby union debut after flying out with the Force on Wednesday.

Zac in business: Cross-code star locked in for Force debut

Barely three weeks after switching codes, Zac Lomax will make a sensational rugby union debut, with the Western Force declaring him “ready to go” in his new sport. 

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Former NRL star and new Western Force recruit Zac Lomax spoke with the media today. Michael Wilson

Lomax won’t rush into Union after code switch

Western Force signing Zac Lomax concedes he’s ‘taking day by day’ as he adapts to a new code following his high-profile switch.

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Rugby convert Zac Lomax admits he has a lot to learn if he is to become a dual international. (Sarah Wilson/AAP PHOTOS)

Lomax’s startling admission about code switch

Rugby recruit Zac Lomax says he is at the ‘peak’ of his powers, but he made an honest remark during a packed media conference today.

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Zac Lomax is set to join the Western Force.

In-limbo rugby league star crosses codes to join Force

In-limbo NRL star Zac Lomax has crossed codes to secure a rugby union deal with the Western Force.

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Former All Blacks prop Angus Ta’avao has shared the devastating news that his young son, Leo, has died.

‘Baby boy’: Former rugby star shares tragic family loss

Former All Blacks prop Angus Ta’avao has shared the devastating news that his young son, Leo, has died.

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Union or league? The playing future for Zac Lomax remains undecided. (Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby's door still open for Zac Lomax amid legal stoush

Phil Waugh says Zac Lomax would still be welcome in rugby union as the ex-Parramatta winger prepares for a court date with his old NRL club.

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Harry Wilson, John Eales, Brett Robinson and Phil Waugh at the Rugby World Cup fixtures launch. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

Wallabies' surprise first opponents at Rugby World Cup

The fixtures for Australia's home Rugby World Cup next year have been revealed, with the hosts facing Hong Kong, New Zealand and Chile in the group stage.

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