Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham and Waratahs defence coach Nathan Grey have been appointed assistant coaches to Michael Cheika for the Wallabies in 2015.
Other appointments include Simon Roberts who has been appointed as the Wallabies Team Operations Manager, Patrick Molihan will be the Wallabies Team Manager and Dean Benton (Brumbies 2011-2013) will be in charge of the preparation of players.
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika was pleased with the appointments.
“At this level, it’s crucial that you have the best people and best possible high-performance program in place if you are going to deliver winning performances for the Wallabies,” Cheika said.
“I am confident we enter 2015 with an experienced and strong coaching and off-field team and I welcome the new appointments.
“Stephen is a coach and former player with incredible credentials who has a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in this environment, including playing an important role as a player for Australia in three Rugby World Cup campaigns.
“Nathan has done a remarkable job during his time in Super Rugby and his coaching was extremely well received by the entire Wallabies squad during last year’s Spring Tour, and is a big driver in the standards and culture within the team, which will be important.”
Wallabies scrum coach Andrew Blades has departed and a new set piece/forwards coach will be announced in due course.
