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James Botham, here in action against Australia, has had his famous grandad on his case. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremium'Oh, here we go!': Beefy's smirk over grandkid blunder

One error brought misery for Wales rugby international James Botham -- but it also a smirk from his famous sporting grandfather.

Phil Blanche

Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii is happy to play wherever he is needed for the Waratahs and Wallabies. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremium'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.

Annabelle Banfield

Jeremy Williams leads his team out before the win over Moana Pasifika.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Inside the Force: How they tackle a three-game, NZ road-trip

In his exclusive column, Western Force captain Jeremy Williams takes you on the road with the team in the midst of their three-match away sing in New Zealand, which continues on Saturday.

Ben Smith

Zac Lomax has been given a glowing endorsement by cross-code star Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremium'He's a special player': Suaalii backs Lomax rugby move

Wallabies superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii believes his one-time State of Origin teammate Zac Lomax would thrive if he also jumped codes during his NRL exile.

Darren Walton

Dave Rennie will have his hands full returning New Zealand to the most feared team in the world. (James Gourley/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionAll Blacks insist they'll be Rennie for World Cup

With the Dave Rennie as the new All Blacks coach, Jordie Barrett knows it's a quick window to prepare but believes New Zealand will be ready for the World Cup.

Annabelle Banfield

Rising star Treyvon Pritchard has been named on the Reds' bench for the clash against the Brumbies. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumBrothers on Super collision course as Reds unleash star

The Queensland Reds will unleash one of Australian rugby's brightest prospects against the unbeaten Brumbies, who will be without one of their stars.

Murray Wenzel

Nick Champion de Crespigny will return for the Force this weekend.

Rugby unionCommentsPremiumThe Champ is here: Wallabies duo bolster Force pack

Western Force’s pack is set to be bolstered by the additions of two Wallabies forwards for their trip to the Highlanders - and coach Simon Cron has moved the magnets around in the backline.

Ben Smith

Dave Rennie is the new mentor of the All Blacks and will be in charge at next year's World Cup. (Andrew Cornaga/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumHistoric Rennie appointment to add World Cup intrigue

Dramatically denied the chance to coach the Wallabies at a World Cup, New Zealander Dave Rennie will instead lead the All Blacks into next year's showpiece.

Murray Wenzel

Canberra through and through: Stephen Larkham's extension will see him lead the Brumbies until 2028. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumBrumbies lock down Larkham with contract extension

Linked to the All Blacks, Stephen Larkham has made clear his future is in Canberra with the ACT Brumbies coach extending his contract for another two years.

Melissa Woods

Tommy Freeman is the only England back to survive last week's mauling, and he has changed position. (AP PHOTO)

Rugby UnionEngland swing axe seeking to arrest Six Nations slide

After successive heavy losses England have made nine changes to their XV for the Six Nations trip to Italy, including a fully reshaped new back line.

Duncan Bech

Charlie Gamble has become a cult figure since debuting for the NSW Waratahs in 2021. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumNSW Waratahs star shows how club rugby Gamble paid off

An off-contract star has reflected on his rise from suburban club rugby to NSW Waratahs fan favourite as he ponders his future beyond 2026.

Darren Walton

Dejected England players look away as triumphant Ireland celebrate a try in their Six Nations clash. (AP PHOTO)

Rugby UnionPremiumEngland hold clear-the-air meeting after heavy defeats

England's Ben Earl has revealed players held a clear-the-air meeting after heavy losses to Scotland and Ireland ended their Six Nations hopes.

Staff Writers

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto was a big part of Queensland's win against the Highlanders. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumFired-up Reds' enforcer sets stage for Brumbies battle

Reds enforcer Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has continued in the barnstorming fashion he finished last season to set the stage for a cracking clash with the Brumbies.

Murray Wenzel

South Africa celebrate 2023 World Cup final victory over France but are unlikely to be future hosts. (AP PHOTO)

Rugby UnionRWC hosting blow for South Africa, New Zealand

South Africa Rugby chief executive Rian ‌Oberholzer has said that financial reasons count heavily against his country or New Zealand hosting a future World Cup.

Staff Writers

Charlie Cale has been a big part of the Brumbies success so far in 2026. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumBrilliant Cale to face Wallabies test against Reds

Charlie Cale is poised for a star-studded matchup against fellow back-rower Harry Wilson after continuing his blistering start to the season.

Sebastian Tan

Scotland's Jack Dempsey, here scoring against Italy in Rome, is back in business after inujry. (EPA PHOTO)

Rugby UnionPremiumScots get Wallaby bounce ahead of key Six Nations clash

Scotland's former Wallaby Jack Dempsey is set to be plunged back into Six Nations action after recovering quicker than expected from injury.

Staff Writers

Another game, another try and another loss for former Wallabies star Israel Folau in Japanese rugby. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumFine form, poor results continue in Japan for Folau

Former Wallaby Israel Folau has scored yet again in Japanese rugby, but his side suffered another defeat to remain 10th in the 12-team competition.

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Declan Meredith says his Brumbies predecessors have helped set him up for success at No.10. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremium'Learnt a lot': the key to Meredith's red-hot start

Brumbies flyhalf Declan Meredith says his star predecessors have shaped him into the player he is as he continued his blistering form against the Blues.

Sebastian Tan

The Brumbies have squeaked home against the Blues to remain perfect to start their season. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumCale's late heroics saves Brumbies from Blues upset

The Brumbies have kept their unbeaten start to the Super Rugby Pacific season in tact, overcoming an almighty scare from the Blues to win 30-27.

Sebastian Tan

The Reds are off and running, beating the Highlanders for their first win of the season. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumRazzle dazzle Reds get Super season on track

The Reds have produced an early frontrunner for try of the season and then kicked on to beat the Highlanders for an important Super Rugby Pacific win.

Murray Wenzel

Carlo Tizzano was one of five Western Force tryscorers in the comfortable win over Moana Pasifika. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumWestern Force break the shackles with Super win in NZ

The Western Force have opened their Super Rugby Pacific season account with a much-needed win over Moana Pasifika in Pukekohe.

Darren Walton

Western Force have claimed their first win of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

Rugby unionPremiumForce on board in 2026 after first away NZ win in four years

Western Force have lifted themselves off the foot of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder, overcoming some self-inflicted wounds to down Moana Pasifika 35-19 in Pukekohe.

Ben Smith

Ryan Lonergan wants his Brumbies to focus on the tough ask ahead rather than their fine start. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremiumLonergan guarded after Brumbies' blistering start

Brumbies stand-in captain Ryan Lonergan has warned his team against complacency after their rousing start to the Super Rugby season.

Sebastian Tan

Western Force media day. Darby Lancaster.

Rugby unionCommentsPremiumForce coach’s ringing winger endorsement of one-cap Wallaby

Western Force coach Simon Cron cannot wait to see debutant winger Darby Lancaster in action after an injury-disrupted start to the season and tipped the new recruit to challenge for international honours.

Ben Smith