Statement regarding Peter Wiggs resignation

The Rugby Australia Board has today accepted the resignation of Director, Peter Wiggs.

Mr Wiggs was elected to the Board at the Annual General Meeting in March, and tendered his resignation today.

Rugby Australia Chairman, Paul McLean said: “Peter has decided to step down from the Board and I understand his reasons.

“He has undertaken some very important work and has made a valuable contribution to the organisation, in a very short time, and we are thankful for his contribution.

“The immediate priority of the Board is to install a replacement for Peter, and an interim Chief Executive. I will provide an update on those matters at the appropriate time.”

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