11.   An Australian rugby union player has tested positive to a banned drug used by asthmatics, according to the national governing body.

12.   An undisclosed personal problem has cost Australian rugby union test winger Andrew Walker a spot on the forthcoming European tour, team officials said Friday.

13.   Australian rugby league center Steve Renouf followed star scrumhalf Allan Langer into retirement from representative rugby league on Monday.

14.   Australian rugby league player Rodney Howe has become the third player this season to return a positive test to a performance-enhancing drug.

15.   Australian rugby league prop forward Dave Woods has been found dead at his Gold Coast home after committing suicide, police said Tuesday.

16.   Australian rugby league selectors made three changes Sunday to the side for the second test against New Zealand on Friday.

17.   Australian rugby league star Wendell Sailor has reportedly been questioned by police after being found in a car with an alleged prostitute.

18.   Australian rugby league test halfback Allan Langer retired from the Brisbane Broncos on Wednesday, citing a loss of form and a lack of desire to play.

19.   Australian rugby league test player Craig Gower was suspended from the team for disciplinary reasons Tuesday just three days before the side plays New Zealand.

20.   Australian rugby union coach Greg Smith resigned Wednesday, a day after declaring he would fight on despite a record loss to South Africa.