Elite sportswoman 'felt like a fraud' promoting her sport while playing for nothing
By Kate O'Halloran

Recently retired rugby union player Mel Kawa regularly broke down in tears, grappling with her love of the game and the $2,000 she was paid to play it.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-08/women-in-elite-sport-survey-pay-and-resources-rugby-soccer/106458982

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Mel Kawa 'felt like a fraud' promoting her sport while playing for nothing

Recently retired rugby union player Mel Kawa regularly broke down in tears, grappling with her love of the game and the $2,000 she was paid to play it.

Lifelong criticism spurring Wallabies' move to Italy

Josh Flook has elaborated on the lifelong criticism that prompted his move to Italy and defended incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss as crunch time looms for the Queensland Reds.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-07/wallabies-player-josh-flook-speaks-about-move-to-italy/106539654

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Lifelong criticism spurring Wallabies' move to Italy

Josh Flook has elaborated on the lifelong criticism that prompted his move to Italy and defended incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss as crunch time looms for the Queensland Reds.

Lomax's false start adds to anticipation ahead of pro rugby debut
By Luke Pentony

Fans will have to wait for Zac Lomax's Western Force debut, providing further intrigue about how the ex-NRL star will cope when he takes his first steps in professional rugby.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-06/super-rugby-pacific-zac-lomax-western-force/106533104

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Lomax's false start adds to anticipation ahead of pro rugby debut

Fans will have to wait for Zac Lomax's Western Force debut, providing further intrigue about how the ex-NRL star will cope when he takes his first steps in professional rugby.  

Lomax facing 'hell of an introduction' after Force debut is delayed

Injury delays Zac Lomax's professional rugby debut, but the Force may have no choice but to throw their star recruit in the deep end when they next face Fijian Drua.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-05/zac-lomax-western-force-super-rugby-pacific/106532368

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Lomax facing 'hell of an introduction' after Force debut is delayed

Injury delays Zac Lomax's professional rugby debut, but the Force may have no choice but to throw their star recruit in the deep end when they next face Fijian Drua.

Rising star ‘Wreck-It Will’ Sherman has roots in US rugby’s past and eyes on its future https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/apr/04/will-sherman-usa-rugby-mlr-anthem #RugbyUnion #UsaRugbyUnionTeam #RugbySevens #RugbyWorldCup #Sport #UsSports
Rising star ‘Wreck-It Will’ Sherman has roots in US rugby’s past and eyes on its future

If the Eagles are to make a mark on their home World Cup in 2031, the hard-hitting Anthem RC lock could have a key role to play

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WARATAHS UPSET CHIEFS IN HAMILTON

NSW Waratahs beat Chiefs 21-14 in Hamilton. This is their first win against Chiefs in 9 years. Find out how this affects the Chiefs' top spot.

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The Waratahs beat the Chiefs 21-14 in Hamilton. This is their first win against the Chiefs in 9 years, ending a long losing streak.

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Waratahs beat Chiefs 21-14 in Hamilton for first win in 9 years

NSW Waratahs beat Chiefs 21-14 in Hamilton. This is their first win against Chiefs in 9 years. Find out how this affects the Chiefs' top spot.

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Northampton Secures Spot in Quarter-finals Amidst Scoring Frenzy

Northampton beat Castres 49-41 in a high-scoring match to move to the Champions Cup quarter-finals. They will play next against Bath or Saracens.

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Northampton scored 49 points, which is much higher than Castres' 41 points, to win the game and go to the next round.

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Northampton Wins 49-41 Against Castres to Reach Champions Cup Quarter-finals

Northampton beat Castres 49-41 in a high-scoring match to move to the Champions Cup quarter-finals. They will play next against Bath or Saracens.

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