http://www.planet-rugby.com/rss/0,16039,3555,00.xmlAustralia news from www.planet-rugby.comen-gbFri, 03 Jul 2009 11:42:23 GMTCopyright www.planet-rugby.com 2007http://www.planet-rugby.com/Images/96005.jpgPlanet RugbyReds scrum-half Will Genia found his inspiration from a phone call from Australian coach Robbie Deans whilst recovering from injury."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5413236,00.html3555_5413236Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:30:52 GMTRugby UnionHigh-profile Wallaby winger Lote Tuqiri was on a warning before his controversial sacking by the ARU, John O'Neill said."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5412576,00.html3555_5412576Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:58:18 GMTRugby UnionAustralia have named their 30-man squad for the upcoming Tri-Nations tournament, with Wycliff Palu their notable returnee."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5411159,00.html3555_5411159Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:37:12 GMTRugby UnionLote Tuqiri's contract with the Australian Rugby Union has been terminated with immediate effect, it was announced on Wednesday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5408898,00.html3555_5408898Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:21:39 GMTRugby UnionThe fourth Bledisloe Cup Test between Australia and New Zealand will take place in Asia on October 31 it's been confirmed."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5406892,00.html3555_5406892Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:51:42 GMTRugby UnionA few weeks ago we posed the question whether Lote Tuqiri will be used during the June internationals and during the Tri Nations."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5406010,00.html3555_5406010Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:21:47 GMTRugby UnionAustralia coach Robbie Deans is oddly hoping Richie McCaw and Dan Carter will be fit to take on his Wallabies during the Tri-Nations."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5405309,00.html3555_5405309Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:18:37 GMTRugby UnionAustralia coach Robbie Deans believes his troops are primed to win their first Tri-Nations series since 2001."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5404675,00.html3555_5404675Sun, 28 Jun 2009 15:43:12 GMTRugby UnionThree Australian rugby players, including 18-year-old James O'Connor, have been fined for engaging in a food fight at their team hotel."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5404673,00.html3555_5404673Sun, 28 Jun 2009 15:41:51 GMTRugby UnionThe Wallabies strangled their wearisome opponents into international submission at ANZ Stadium on Saturday as they defeated France 22-6."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5403226,00.html3555_5403226Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:29:14 GMTRugby UnionIt's been nineteen years since France last won in Australia, but Les Bleus arrive in Sydney with their best chance of victory in ages."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5401076,00.html3555_5401076Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:44:42 GMTRugby UnionTokyo will host this year's fourth Bledisloe Cup match between Australia and New Zealand on October 31 it was confirmed on Thursday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5400052,00.html3555_5400052Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:41:16 GMTRugby UnionAustralia coach Robbie Deans is demanding more at the breakdown from his side when they take on France this Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5397505,00.html3555_5397505Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:13:37 GMTRugby UnionFrance forwards coach Didier Retiere says the Wallabies' abilty to change the speed of the game will pose a challenge in Saturday's Test at ANZ Stadium"http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5396892,00.html3555_5396892Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:59:33 GMTRugby UnionWallaby skipper Stirling Mortlock returns as one of nine changes to the starting line-up for Saturday's one-off Test against France in Sydney. "http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5396677,00.html3555_5396677Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:29:54 GMTRugby UnionEmile Ntamack believes Francois Trinh-Duc will be able to measure his development against 'the best playmaker in world rugby' on Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5395549,00.html3555_5395549Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:25:09 GMTRugby UnionAustralia second-rower James Horwill will not be holding any grudges from last year when he collides with France in Sydney this Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5395346,00.html3555_5395346Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:49:01 GMTRugby UnionAustralia wrapped up their two-Test series against Italy on Saturday with very little to shout about in a fragmented 34-12 victory in Melbourne."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5389956,00.html3555_5389956Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:41:29 GMTRugby UnionThe roof will be closed in Melbourne to avoid any Canberra-like cold snaps as both Italy and Australia look to improve on their efforts of seven days ago."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5388302,00.html3555_5388302Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:23:06 GMTRugby UnionWallaby full-back James O'Connor has been cleared to take his place in Australia's team for the second Test against Italy at Etihad Stadium on Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5388228,00.html3555_5388228Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:09:12 GMTRugby UnionFollowing Saturday's less than ideal conditions the Wallabies announced that they will have the roof closed for the second Test at the Etihad Stadium."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5386965,00.html3555_5386965Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:17:13 GMTRugby UnionWaratahs prop Sekope Kepu has been placed in isolation and is being tested for swine flu after he 'developed severe flu-like symptoms'."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5386583,00.html3555_5386583Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:29:07 GMTRugby UnionEngland have cancelled their November clash against cash-strapped Fiji and willl now face Australia, who will embark on a Grand Slam tour. "http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5384934,00.html3555_5384934Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:18:00 GMTRugby UnionWhen you mention the name Lote Tuqiri to the opposition right wing you will surely cause a moment of prolonged, thoughtful silence."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5384767,00.html3555_5384767Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:30:22 GMTRugby UnionSpectators might be forgiven for asking why the Wallabies appeared somewhat frozen in their tracks during parts of the match on Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3555_5383351,00.html3555_5383351Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:36:29 GMTRugby Union