From Campervan to Cusp of Wallaby History: The Third Coming of James O’Connor

From campervan to cusp of Wallaby history: The third coming of James O’Connor

The 34-year-old was considering coaching when he was offered one last job at the mighty Crusaders. It has on him on the verge of a Test recall.

Crusaders back O'Connor to hunt Lions

The Crusaders say playmaker James O’Connor still boasts international quality and would be a potential Australian match-winner if named to face the British & Irish Lions. O’Connor has been a revelation for the Cantabrians in their climb to second place on the Super Rugby standings, impressing again off the bench in a 48-33 win over the Waratahs in Sydney on Friday. Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt said last week he is considering the merits of the ve…

Campervan rental firm cuts costs with behind-the-scenes changes - BusinessDen

Native Campervans has a fleet of 80 vans, about 10% of which are built using IKEA-like kits. (Courtesy) Native Campervans is packing lighter. The Denver-based van rental company is changing how it builds out its vehicles — a move that allows the company to rent, instead of buy, them. It’s a significant shift for the decade-old firm, although repeat customers won’t necessarily be aware of most of the changes. But behind the scenes, according to N…

EXCLUSIVEWhy Australia must pick controversial James O’Connor and Kurtley Beale to take down the Lions – and three other stars who can stun the tourists this summer

It’s 12 years since controversial Australian veterans James O’Connor and Kurtley Beale first met the best from Britain and Ireland, but they have been backed to make another brutal impression against the Lions this summer. O’Connor is 34 and last played Test rugby in 2022. He has been open about his past problems with drugs and alcohol, spending two nights in a Paris jail in 2017 among several other incidents. After seeking professional help, O’…