With the end-of-year tour leaving in 40 hours and the ARU’s bargaining position not looking strong, it’s understood Cheika is playing hardball about pay and conditions.
His list of demands are said to include relocation of ARU HQ from St Leonards to Coogee, re-enforcement of coaching boxes at all Australian grounds, and the implementation of a revised organisational structure.
Stand by for an announcement at 12:30pm to see what flies, and please share any further demands in the comments below.