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Australia reach World Cup final after Fiji scare

Australia reach World Cup final after Fiji scare
BBC News Sunday 08 November 2026, 08:19 UTC 1 min read
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Australia have reached their fifth successive Women's Rugby League World Cup final as they seek a fourth consecutive title - but they were made to work harder than anyone expected.

Australia have reached their fifth successive Women's Rugby League World Cup final as they seek a fourth consecutive title - but they were made to work harder than anyone expected.
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