Perth to host Men's Rugby World Cup opening match in October 2027

Perth hosts the opening match of the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup, one of the world's three largest sporting events.

Why it mattersMajor sporting events drive tourism spending, international profile and local business revenue. This event is one of the largest Australia is likely to host for years.

AustraliaWestern Australia will see hundreds of thousands of international visitors and billions in direct spending boosting hotels, restaurants, retail and transport across Perth.

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