Rugby Australia has issued the following statement: 'The Rugby Australia Integrity Unit deemed that Folau had committed a high-level breach of the Professional Players’ Code of Conduct warranting termination of his employment contract.' 9WWOS Read:
Rugby Australia has taken a step closer to sacking Israel Folau, issuing him with a breach notice for a 'high-level breach' of the Code of Conduct., the Rugby Australia Integrity Unit deemed that Folau had committed a high-level breach of the Professional Players’ Code of Conduct, warranting his sacking.
"It was made clear to him that any social media posts or commentary that is in any way disrespectful to people because of their sexuality will result in disciplinary action.
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