Rugby Australia on Monday has announced the axing of one-third of its full-time staff along with 30 casual workers to deal with the financial crisis created by the pandemic coronavirus.
The wage dispute negotiations between Rugby Australia (RA) and the players’ association (RUPA) has finally reached a conclusion with the Australian players agreeing to a 'significant reduction in pay'.
World Rugby vice-chairman Agustin Pichot said the governing body will not guarantee a bailout package if any of the Southern Hemisphere team falls out financially following the pandemic coronavirus.
Rugby Australia chief executive Raelene Castle stated that Dave Rennie is 'absolutely committed' to take up the Wallabies job despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Rugby Australia chief executive Raelene Castle has agreed to take an additional 15 per cent salary cut to help the board overcome the financial instability caused following the outbreak of the coronavirus.
Farmer Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika has urged Rugby Australia to make effective communication with Rugby Union Players Association following the potential pay cut announced.
Rugby Australia Chief Executive Raelene Castle announced on Monday that the board would not be able to guarantee retention of four teams in the Super Rugby competition in the long-term.
Last weekend in Hamilton, we saw New Zealand’s men and women win their home legs of the World Series, helping to consolidate both teams at the top of their respective competitions.
Scotland assistant coach Matt Taylor will be heading back to Australia with immediate effect after he was appointed the new defence coach of the Wallabies.