{
  "id": 695953,
  "title": "The Kiss era has begun, and new coach Les is seeking the 'Wallaby way'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/the-kiss-era-has-begun-and-new-coach-les-is-seeking-the-wallaby-way",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-12T20:00:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-13/wallabies-japan-second-test-les-kiss-abc-sydney/107028712"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Les Kiss, the newly appointed coach of the Australian rugby team, known as the Wallabies, is aiming to usher in a new era for the sport in his first match as their leader. After securing a narrow victory over Japan in the first Test, Kiss expressed his desire for the team to play with pride, passion, and the essence of Australian spirit. The Wallabies are set to face Japan again in the second and final Test this Saturday in Townsville, marking the first match between the two nations on Australian soil in 39 years. Kiss emphasized the importance of creating a \"Wallaby way\" that the players can be proud of and that embodies their spirit. Former Wallaby and rugby league representative Les Kiss highlighted the significance of representing Australia and the limited opportunities players have to don the iconic jersey. He urged his team to cherish each chance to represent their country and to thoroughly enjoy the privilege.",
  "summary": "The new Wallabies era under Les Kiss began with a win in tough conditions against an improving nation, but coach Les Kiss wants more than just wins to be the legacy of his tenure.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "ABC News",
        "title": "The Kiss era has begun, and new coach Les is seeking the 'Wallaby way'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/the-kiss-era-has-begun-and-new-coach-les-is-seeking-the-wallaby-way-701009",
        "published": "2026-08-12T20:00:32.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}