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Does Moana Pasifika situation force Super Rugby’s hand? | the AUS Rugby scene with Elliott Smith
Does Moana Pasifika situation force Super Rugby’s hand? | the AUS Rugby scene with Elliott Smith New Zealand rugby commentator Elliott Smith joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene this week, with news of Moana Pasifika’s demise dominating all discussion around the competition. Please note, Moana Pasifika confirmed their intentions to disband at the conclusion of the 2026 season soon after this episode was recorded, and before it was released, but the concerns expressed and thoughts on the way forward remain valid. This does feel like a tipping point for Super Rugby Pacific, and it’s inherent on Rugby Australia and New Zealand Rugby that all options are not properly explored for the competition to regain lost ground. #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #SuperRugbyPacific Find Elliot hosting the Rugby Direct podcast, along with Liam Napier wherever you get your podcasts. Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby’ on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio)

Does Moana Pasifika situation force Super Rugby’s hand? | the AUS Rugby scene with Elliott Smith (📹 @89combo) #SuperRugby #MoanaPasifika #RugbyAustralia

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Irish-qualified prop Massimo De Lutiis signs new deal with Rugby Australia - The Irish Times Irish-qualified prop Massimo De Lutiis signs new deal with Rugby Australia  The Irish Times

Irish-qualified prop Massimo De Lutiis signs new deal with Rugby Australia - The Irish Times (✍️@IrishTimesRugby) #Rugby #RugbyAustralia #QueenslandReds

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De Lutiis to chase Wallabies dream after Ireland links Promising young prop Massimo De Lutiis has spurned overtures from Ireland and signed up to stay in Australia until the end of the 2029 season, his Super Rugby team the Queensland Reds said.

De Lutiis to chase Wallabies dream after Ireland links (✍️@RTErugby) #Wallabies #SuperRugby #RugbyAustralia

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Could James Slipper go to another Rugby World Cup?
Could James Slipper go to another Rugby World Cup? Jonathan Drennan this week floated Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham's idea of James Slipper getting to the 2027 RWC in Australia? Could it happen? And does Mrs Slipper know?

Could James Slipper go to another Rugby World Cup? (📹 @89combo) #RugbyWorldCup #JamesSlipper #RugbyAustralia

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Exclusive: RA won't fund extended Super Women's comp, prioritise Wallaroos - players, clubs seething Updated: The Wallaroos will play ten Tests next year, but officials, coaches and players have been left disappointed after Rugby Australia decided against extending…

#rugby Australia is hosting a world cup in 2029 and #rugbyaustralia does this that is shit
www.theroar.com.au/2025/12/10/e...

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Rugby Australia back 'world's best coach' Schmidt after nightmare Autumn Schmidt has extended his stay through to mid-2026, though has faced calls to go early.

Rugby Australia back 'world's best coach' Schmidt after nightmare Autumn (✍️@rugby_ie) #Rugby #RugbyAustralia #JoeSchmidt

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Hooper's Australia 'completely believe' in Schmidt despite horror run The Wallabies are looking to avoid a first winless tour of Europe since 1958.

Hooper's Australia 'completely believe' in Schmidt despite horror run (✍️@rugby_ie) #Wallabies #RugbyAustralia #JoeSchmidt

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Flyhalf Tane Edmed selected for Wallabies, replacing injured Tom Lynagh. Ready for Rugby Championship clash. #RugbyAustralia https://fefd.link/ISLUX

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Wallabies break South Africa’s aura of invincibility in win that asks: is Australian rugby back? - The Irish Times Wallabies break South Africa’s aura of invincibility in win that asks: is Australian rugby back?  The Irish Times

Wallabies break South Africa’s aura of invincibility in win that asks: is Australian rugby back? - The Irish Times (✍️@IrishTimesRugby) #Wallabies #RugbyAustralia #SouthAfrica

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Rugby Australia set to relax 'redundant' limit on foreign-based players selection The Wallabies has indicated a shift away from a strict policy that has heavily favoured domestic players.

Rugby Australia set to relax 'redundant' limit on foreign-based players selection (✍️@rugby_ie) #Rugby #Wallabies #RugbyAustralia

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World Rugby boss disappointed in Schmidt questioning player safety push World Rugby boss Alan Gilpin Tuesday said he was disappointed in Australia coach Joe Schmidt questioning the governing body's commitment to player safety after a controversial late try in the second…

So disappointed in Joe Schmidt, he has lost a lot of fans. His team were outplayed, conceded 18 points in the second half and yet he chooses to focus/ distract on a marginal call, criticise referees and whinge. #lions #rugbyaustralia #Schmidt

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The Lions can't win in some people's eyes but they're still a beast Supporters in Australia are having a brilliant time following Andy Farrell’s team.

The Lions can't win in some people's eyes but they're still a beast (✍️@rugby_ie) #LionsRugby #RugbyAustralia #SupportTheTeam

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Interviewing ex-Australian Fly Half Michael Lynagh on SeniorTimes Podcast ahead of Ireland vs Australia game. 🏉🌍☘️ #RugbyAUSTRALIA https://fefd.link/TQpLg

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Named 38 players for upcoming tests, contacting 31 left out; Schmidt's first squad as Wallabies coach. #RugbyAustralia https://fefd.link/pm4ho

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Lions won’t shy away from whitewash bid in Australia, roars Dan Sheehan Dan Sheehan sits himself down, folds his arms and awaits the questions. He’s here to set the tone. Already a Lions leader after captaining the tourists on their first outing on Australian soil a few weeks ago, now he’s being put forward ahead of the first Test in Brisbane and he’s not about to take a backwards step.

Lions won’t shy away from whitewash bid in Australia, roars Dan Sheehan @beltel.bsky.social #LionsRugby #DanSheehan #RugbyAustralia

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A day at Randwick, the most famous rugby club in Australia Ex-Leinster man Shaun Berne is head coach of the Sydney club, who have several Irish players.

A day at Randwick, the most famous rugby club in Australia (✍️@rugby_ie) #RandwickRugby #RugbyAustralia #ShaunBerne

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POLL TIME!
Who's Australia's greatest fly-half of all time?
A. Michael Lynagh
B. Stephen Larkham
C. Quade Cooper

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#STRADIASport #MichaelLynagh #StephenLarkham #QuadeCooper #RugbyAustralia #RugbyPOLL #STRADIARugby

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‘Mack Hansen has made Ireland home’: Lions star hits back at ‘plastic’ players critics Pierre Schoeman insists the Lions’ overseas-born contingent have earned the right to be in Australia and have fully immersed themselves in the tourists’ culture.

‘Mack Hansen has made Ireland home’: Lions star hits back at ‘plastic’ players critics @beltel.bsky.social #MackHansen #LionsRugby #RugbyAustralia

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Lauren Brown's late field goal secures 11-10 win in Newcastle. Third game in Townsville. 🇦🇺 #RugbyAustralia

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Ouch #RugbyAustralia this is personal

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2027 Rugby World Cup draw to take place this December The tournament in Australia will feature 24 teams.

2027 Rugby World Cup draw to take place this December (✍️@rugby_ie) #RugbyWorldCup #2027Rugby #RugbyAustralia

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Joe Schmidt to lead Australia on European tour to allow smooth transition with Les Kiss - The Irish Times Joe Schmidt to lead Australia on European tour to allow smooth transition with Les Kiss  The Irish Times

Joe Schmidt to lead Australia on European tour to allow smooth transition with Les Kiss - The Irish Times (✍️@IrishTimesRugby) #JoeSchmidt #RugbyAustralia #EuropeanTour

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New Wallabies Coach Finally Confirmed! - Green & Gold Rugby In news that will delight some and have others less than enamoured, some rugby sites and columnists reporting that Rugby Australia has confirmed the appointment of the new Wallabies Head Coach. And I ...

Confirmation of the new Wallabies coach!
#Wallabies #RugbyAustralia #SuperRugby
greenandgoldrugby.com/new-wallabie...

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No more Melbourne Storm games until this changes.
#MelbourneStorm #RugbyAustralia

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Rugby Australia hits out at French clubs poaching young talent It follows La Rochelle signing giant 16-year-old Queensland Reds forward Visesio Kite.

Rugby Australia hits out at French clubs poaching young talent (✍️@rugby_ie) #Rugby #YouthTalent #RugbyAustralia

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Los Wallabies demuestran signos positivos de mejora con Joe Schmidt reemplazando a Jones. Invicto en tres partidos. #RugbyAustralia https://fefd.link/7bJO1

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Joe Schmidt leads Wallabies back to Aviva Stadium! #AvivaStadium #RugbyAustralia https://fefd.link/LWz4r

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Schmidt to quit Australia role after Rugby Championship Joe Schmidt will leave his post as Australia head coach in October following the conclusion of this year's Rugby Championship.

Schmidt to quit Australia role after Rugby Championship (✍️@RTErugby) #RugbyChampionship #JoeSchmidt #RugbyAustralia

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🚨 Michael Cheika and Leicester Tigers have officially parted ways! 🦁 After joining on a one-year contract, it appears Cheika is heading back to Australia following this decision. 🇦🇺

 #MichaelCheika #LeicesterTigers #RugbyAustralia #CoachingChanges #RugbyUnion #RugbyLife #AllThingsRugby #RugbyNews

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🏉 Rugbyau have announced the venues for the 2027 World Cup being held across Australia. 🇦🇺 However, former Wallabies captain Matt Giteau is not impressed! 🗣️

#RugbyWorldCup2027 #Wallabies #MattGiteau #Canberra #RugbyAustralia #Rugby #Sport #AllThingsRugby

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