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Rebels launch R355m battle, seek Super Rugby return
The directors of the now-defunct Melbourne Rebels rugby club have launched a legal battle against Rugby Australia, seeking A$30 million (R355m) in damages over the club’s closure. According to a report by the Sydney Morning Herald, the case, filed in the Federal Court, also demands that control of the club be returned to the directors so the Rebels can continue competing in Super Rugby Pacific. Rugby Australia shut down the Rebels in May followi…
One of Australia’s biggest sporting codes is hit by bombshell $30million lawsuit that could spell financial disaster
Club is fighting to rejoin competition after being axed Losing legal fight would be disastrous for governing body The Melbourne Rebels are seeking $30 million from Rugby Australia in a lawsuit launched after the club was dissolved by the governing body. In a claim filed to the Federal Court on Wednesday, the club is seeking a declaration that it can resume control of the Rebels so the team can contin…
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