Great Britain to tour Down Under in 2006
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Great Britain are to make their first extended trip to Australia since 1992 for a Tri-Nations tournament next year.
Great Britain are to make their first extended trip to Australia since 1992 for a Tri-Nations tournament next year.
The Rugby League International Federation, at a meeting in Sydney, announced the calendar for the next four seasons, starting with a replay of last year's Tri-Nations in this country this autumn. A year later, Great Britain will go Down Under for four or five games against Australia and New Zealand - the longest foray to Australia since the last Lions' tour 14 years ago.
In 2007, the centenary of the first overseas tour to Britain, by the New Zealand All-Golds, will be marked by a similar enterprise. Now, as then, the All-Golds - so-called because of what was then the novel concept of professionalism in rugby - will include at least one Australian player among the Kiwis.
The Ireland and Great Britain winger, Brian Carney, will see a specialist today about the knee injury he suffered in his comeback game for Wigan last Friday. Carney had not played since last year's Tri-Nations final because of complications following an ankle operation.
Andy Farrell, the Wigan and Great Britain captain destined for rugby union, could yet choose Leicester ahead of Saracens.
Lesley Vainikolo, the Bradford winger who broke the record for Super League tries in a season last year, is set to extend his contract with the Bulls, despite an offer from Gloucester. Bradford are also hoping to announce a new signing today.
Leeds have named Danny McGuire in their squad to play at Bradford on Thursday, four weeks after his groin operation.
The former Bradford forward, Simon Knox, who has been playing for Barrow this season, has announced his retirement.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments