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NRL News: Harawira-Naera hopes defibrillator can save career, PVL floats tax-free idea to help PNG bid

Raiders forward Corey Harawira-Naera is hoping a defibrillator strapped to his arm could pave the way for a return to the NRL. The 28-year-old suffered a shocking on-field seizure last season and has not played since but after being fitted with a small defibrillator on… Read More »NRL News: Harawira-Naera hopes defibrillator can save career, PVL floats tax-free idea to help PNG bid

The work-on and upside of every Aussie Super Rugby team – and why it bodes well Schmidt’s adopted nation

2024 offers a rare opportunity of continuity for Australian Super Rugby sides despite being at the start of a four-year world cup cycle, and this may be a key factor which sees results improve. It’s something new Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt will be rubbing his… Read More »The work-on and upside of every Aussie Super Rugby team – and why it bodes well Schmidt’s adopted nation

Now or never for the Melbourne Rebels, as Australia’s five-franchise structure faces the final test

Never has a season preview been filled with such dread. The financial clouds hang over Melbourne like the grim reaper, and it almost feels bizarre that they are set to kick off their season under such unease. When it comes to doing season previews, usually you… Read More »Now or never for the Melbourne Rebels, as Australia’s five-franchise structure faces the final test

‘Our system is failing’: The ‘crisis’ sinking Australian rugby – and the ‘crucified’ coach that shows it

When Joe Schmidt was announced as Eddie Jones’ successor last month, many were pleasantly surprised. Others, however, questioned what it said about Australia’s coaching pathways. After all, Schmidt’s appointment meant he was the third foreigner out of the past six coaches to lead the Wallabies.… Read More »‘Our system is failing’: The ‘crisis’ sinking Australian rugby – and the ‘crucified’ coach that shows it