Rugby Australia set to benefit from World Rugby relief fund
6 years ago by The GuardianWorld governing body announces $158m crisis fundAdvances and loans available to Sanzaar unionsRugby Australia’s financial problems could be alleviated by a $158m World Rugby relief fund as the coronavirus...
Scottish Rugby to hold talks over pay cuts for players, fear for November Tests
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA huge shortfall caused by the ongoing coronavirus health crisis has forced Scottish Rugby to take action. Scottish Rugby will discuss a salary reduction scheme with high-earning players...
Top 14 sides to cut back on overseas player recruitment
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe coronavirus pandemic is set to change the landscape of rugby around the world with one of the biggest changes set to occur in France. The changes could be a small victory for Southern Hemisphere...
'They're very keen': Sunwolves not dead yet, idea of Australian rugby 'bubble' still an option
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sunwolves’ four-and-a-half-year stint in Super Rugby may not come to an end just yet as Australian rugby administrators consider an initial domestic six-team competition in place of...
US Investors Reportedly Interested in Australian Rugby
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn an interview with Adrian Proszenko at TheAge.com.au, the head of a major American investment bank has cashed-up clients ready to buy Australian franchises – and even entire sporting leagues...
Rugby Australia wants fair deal for players after 'positive' talks over pay cuts
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWhile there is still no agreement, talks over restructured salaries for players made "good progress" on Sunday, says Rugby Australia. Rugby Australia (RA) declared "good progress"...
Israel Folau payout at risk as Rugby Australia reels from Covid-19 – report
6 years ago by The GuardianRA could face insolvency after season put on holdSettlement paid to former Wallaby in instalments Former Wallabies player Israel Folau’s multi-million payout from Rugby Australia could reportedly take...
Eddie Jones set to sign new England contract until World Cup 2023
6 years ago by The GuardianJones has positive talks with RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney60-year-old had previously suggested he would not continueEddie Jones is believed to be on the verge of agreeing a contract extension as England’s...
Livewire Aaron Smith's All Black Debut
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAaron Smith has been widely regarded as the world’s top scrumhalf for the better part of a decade. His career, which was seeded at the Blues but blossomed with the Highlanders, has gone from strength...
Coronavirus: Rugby Australia stands down 75% of workforce
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyChief executive Raelene Castle has taken a 50% pay cut and Wallabies players will also have salary reductions imposed on them.
