Rugby union Archives

Wildfires launch elite youth development rugby program

Sport Rod Thompson - December 1, 2024

The Hunter Wildfires are set to invest in the region’s rugby future by launching a unique program, New to Blue.

Celebrate A Day In Union with Wanderers Junior Rugby

Sport Rod Thompson - April 3, 2024

Hunter Rugby powerhouses Wanderers and Merewether Carlton will join forces this weekend to participate in A Day In Union.

League legends join Newy’s Australia Day Beach 5s battle

Entertainment Rebecca Riddle - January 24, 2023

Ex-Newcastle Knights, rugby league and union legends will battle it out on the sand at Nobbys Beach this Australia Day in the Beach 5s.

Rugby Australia wants to make rugby union more entertaining

Sport AAP - April 4, 2022

Australian rugby officials will ponder how to ensure the game remains entertaining amid competition from rival codes.

Wildfires set to light up Shute Shield in 2022

Sport Rod Thompson - April 1, 2022

Following a sizzling off-season, with much anticipation, the Hunter Wildfires will open their 2022 Shute Shield account on home turf this weekend.

Australia set to host 2027 Rugby World Cup

Sport AAP - November 25, 2021

Australia has been given an effective green light to stage the 2027 men's Rugby World Cup, being listed as the "preferred candidate".

Tributes flow for Newcastle sporting icon Paul Burke

News Rod Thompson - October 18, 2021

The Waratah-Mayfield District Cricket Club (WMDCC) – and the greater Hunter community – is in mourning today following the passing of sporting icon Paul Burke at the weekend.

Knights’ Seibold to join Eddie Jones with England

Sport AAP - September 5, 2021

England rugby's Eddie Jones has hired Newcastle Knights assistant NRL mentor Anthony Seibold as a coach on his staff.

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