Exclusive: Rugby Australia’s search for a new chief executive has been put on hold with interim boss Rob Clarke set to stay until at least March | tomdecent
Clarke, the former Brumbies and Melbourne Rebels boss who was also chief operating officer at the Australian Rugby Union , stepped into the top job in May following the acrimonious departure of Raelene Castle.
Recruitment firm Hattonneale had compiled a shortlist of candidates but, given Clarke will now stick around for another three months, those eyeing the chance to run rugby will have to wait a little longer. “We’ve seen lots of good candidates, but I’ve always said there’s no rush and considering the amount of work we need to do with the Rugby Championship and launching the new competition next year, Rob has kindly agreed to stay through until March next year,” McLennan said. “We’re making huge progress and having a few laughs while we bring it all together.
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