Rugby union in Western Australia describes the sport of rugby union being played and watched in the state of Western Australia. First introduced some time in 1868 it was the most popular football code
Western Force play the Brumbies at Subiaco in 2006.
Match between the Western Force and the British & Irish Lions in 2025
In Western Australia, Australian rules football is the most popular sport. There are 29 regional club competitions, the highest profile of which is the semi-professional West Australian Football Leagu
Rugby union in Western Australia
…played and watched in the state of Western Australia. First introduced some time in 1868 it was the most popular football code until it was overtaken by Australian rules there in 1885. After a period of decline and recess between 1905 and 1927 it grew throughout the 20th century. The governing body is the Western Australia…
Western Derby West Coast vs Fremantle at Subiaco Oval in 2008
Football at Fremantle Oval circa 1895
Football match Fremantle Oval 1910
East Fremantle WAFL premiers 1903