Australian Rugby Union agrees to review strategic plans for game

Lack of funding, low crowds and dwindling participation among concernsReview into how to move game forward to start early next yearThe Australian Rugby Union (ARU) has bowed to pressure from a number of high-profile former players, saying it will review its strategic plan for the code.Dozens of ex-Wallabies, including the likes of former World Cup winner Simon Poidevin, had signed a letter detailing their concerns about the organisation’s approach to managing rugby in Australia. Related: Wallabies confident about David Pocock's fitness for Scotland match Continue reading...