The 2024 Rugby Championship kicks off with the Australian Wallabies facing the reigning champions, the Springboks, in Brisbane, where the Boks have struggled historically. South Africa's coach Rassie Erasmus has made some surprising selections, including rookie flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, while Australia’s new coach Joe Schmidt also introduces debutant Carlo Tizzano. Meanwhile, New Zealand will compete against Argentina at Sky Stadium in Wellington, with live coverage available. In a significant local sports event, the Moonta Demons celebrated their 150-year rivalry with the Wallaroo Bulldogs in South Australia, winning decisively. The Capital Rugby Union in Papua New Guinea is set to launch its first-ever Vodafone Friday night footy event, aiming to showcase rugby to a broader audience and foster community support. This initiative is a pilot project supported by sponsors, with plans to expand in the future.