20 Apr 2026
GOLDEN HOUR: FAMILY-FRIENDLY KICK OFF TIMES CONFIRMED AGAIN FOR 2026
The Wallabies are welcoming in a new era for international rugby, confirming a 2026 home Test schedule highlighted by afternoon and evening kick off times.
Featuring the inaugural Nations Championship fixtures this July, the fixtures are built around high-quality Test oppositions and accessible kick-off times for families and fans across the country.
Every match of the Nations Championship carries high stakes, testing the Wallabies against the world’s best with global ranking points on the line ahead of the finals weekend in London in November.
Their first Test of 2026 against Ireland on July 4 is the only night kick off for the men in gold on home soil, with a sure to be packed Allianz Stadium in Sydney set to hear the first whistle at 8:00pm local time.
A centrepiece of the 2026 season is the continued prioritisation of early-evening kick-offs, with the Test against France in Brisbane on July 11 slated for a 5:30pm AEST start.
The Aussies sixth and final Test on home soil is a Bledisloe Cup blockbuster against New Zealand in Sydney, with the two teams set to begin battle at 3:45pm AEST at Accor Stadium.
Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh said: "We're keen to build on the momentum of the record-breaking home support we received during last year's Wallabies season by continuing to put our supporters first in 2026.
"Afternoon and early-evening kick-off times ensure the next generation of Wallabies supporters can experience the atmosphere of Test match rugby at a time that works not just for families but the wider supporter base and those who may be new to the game.
"With the inaugural Nations Championship and a massive home schedule ahead, we're inviting all Australians to be part of the journey as we head towards next year's 2027 Rugby World Cup here on home soil."
TheWallabies’ 2026 Sydney fixtures are proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and events agency, Destination NSW.
2026 Wallabies Fixtures
Wallabies vs Ireland, 8:00pm AEST on Saturday July 4 at Allianz Stadium, Sydney Wallabies vs France, 5:30pm AEST on Saturday July 11 at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane Wallabies vs Italy, 6:00pm AWST on Saturday July 18 at HBF Park, Perth
Wallabies vs New Zealand, 3:10pm AEST on Saturday October 10 at Eden Park, Auckland Wallabies vs New Zealand, 3:45pm AEST on Saturday October 17 at Accor Stadium, Sydney