The Sydney Morning Herald logo

Force

Advertisement
Redcliffe Markets Easter Extravaganza.

26 things to do in Brisbane on the Easter long weekend

Staying close to home over the long weekend? Weigh up your options with our complete guide.

  • Nick Dent

Latest

Former Rugby League Player Zac Lomax portrait session to announce his signiing with Western Force and the Australian Rugby at Rugby HQ in Paddington NSW on March 10, 2026 Photo: Ben Symons / SMH

Can Zac Lomax actually play rugby? A teammate and a coach give their verdicts

Lomax’s background in union has been questioned after the ex-NRL star signed with the Force and RA this week. A Super Rugby player and a former coach share their memories of his teenage rugby talent.

  • Iain Payten
Zac Lomax poses after signing with Western Force and the Australian Rugby at Rugby HQ.

No regrets: Lomax says he left NRL at his peak, wants to see the world with rugby

Controversial star Zac Lomax has spoken for the first time about his decision to leave the Eels for R360, trying to join the Storm and why he has decided to switch codes.

  • Iain Payten
Zac Lomax remains in limbo on the eve of the 2026 NRL season.

Can Zac Lomax really go from the NRL to Wallabies’ World Cup squad?

After signing a two-year deal with the Western Force, the former NSW Origin winger faces the toughest assignment of his football career.

  • Jonathan Drennan
Zac Lomax’s career is in limbo after leaving Parramatta to join R360, before the rebel competition delayed its launch until 2028.

Lomax to chase Wallabies ‘dream’ after signing two-year deal with Force

A week after his immediate NRL future was decided, the ex-Eels winger has signed to play in the 15-man game.

  • Tom Decent and Christian Nicolussi
France’s Louis Bielle-Biarrey crosses the line to score against the Wallabies in 2025.

The NRL has picked a bad time for global domination

Rugby league chiefs are keen to put their game in front of a world audience. Rugby already has substantial global reach, and it is going to get way bigger this year.

  • Paul Cully
Advertisement
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 31: James Ramm of Northampton Saints breaks with the ball during the PREM Rugby Cup match between Northampton Saints and Leicester Tigers at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on January 31, 2026 in Northampton, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

He’s dominating English rugby. Now this Aussie star is coming home to win a World Cup spot

He’s been earning rave reviews in the English Premiership, but a former Waratahs flyer is headed home to try to crack the Wallabies squad in time for the Rugby World Cup.

  • Iain Payten
Folau Fainga’a back in blue. The former Wallabies hooker (right) at NSW training this week.

Prodigal guns: How the Waratahs harnessed hunger of stars they previously brushed

The Waratahs have historically had their pick of the best young talent in Australian rugby. This year has seen a different approach.

  • Iain Payten
The Western Force and Brumbies have tabled offers to former Eels back Zac Lomax.

Force and Brumbies table deals for Lomax as RA considers top-up payment

The Western Force and Brumbies remain the most likely destinations for Zac Lomax, with Rugby Australia yet to determine the size of any potential top-up deal.

  • Jonathan Drennan and Iain Payten
The clubless Zac Lomax.

Lomax rugby switch firms as Waugh outlines interest in Origin star

Origin winger Zac Lomax is a strong chance to switch codes and play for an Australian Super Rugby side after impressing coaches and officials in talks.

  • Iain Payten