Ireland are set to host New Zealand and Joe Schmidt's Australia during a tantalising four-match series against southern hemisphere opposition in November.
Italy winger Louis Lynagh contributed to a remarkable comeback that saw the Azzurri beat Scotland for the first time in nine years, moving them above Australia.
Rugby Australia has released the 23 recommendations from the external review conducted into the Wallabies' 2023 season, including the Rugby World Cup.
Former Springbok Victor Matfield is set to feature as a coaching consultant for Japan under head coach Eddie Jones.
Flyhalf Quade Cooper has admitted that he has likely played his last game for the Wallabies despite them bringing in a new head coach.
Former Australia captain Michael Hooper is excited about Joe Schmidt's appointment as Wallabies coach and backs the New Zealander to be successful in his new job.