Rugby Australia (RA) said it remains committed to rugby in the state of Victoria after it was confirmed that the Melbourne Rebels entered voluntary administration on Monday night.
Moana Pasifika will stage a Super Rugby Pacific match in Tonga for the first time in history next year in a bid to grow the sport on the island.
Super Rugby Pacific outfit Moana Pasifika has appointed All Blacks legend Tana Umaga as its new head coach.
Vern Cotter is the new Head Coach of the Blues, signed on a two-year deal placing him at the Blues helm through until the end of the 2025 Super Rugby season.
The Crusaders claimed a seventh consecutive title as they were crowned Super Rugby Pacific champions thanks to a nailbiting 25-20 win over the Chiefs.
The Crusaders have received a boost on the eve of Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific final against the Chiefs in Hamilton after Sam Whitelock was named in their starting line-up.