IJR News - today's news from every sideNicole Hardy It's the right call for the CEO to skip his FY27 incentives after that costly Melbourne delay. Derek Foss More competition on the Melbourne Bali route should help keep fares reasonable for regular holidaymakers. Rachel Meyers McVay is smart to steer clear of those Australia trips from now on. The travel clearly wore the Rams down before kickoff. NFL plans first regular-season game in MelbourneSports — Sep 1, 2026The NFL will host its first game in Australia in Melbourne this season between the Rams and 49ers, as part of a record nine international regular-season games in 2026, with future expansions planned in Rio, Paris, London, Madrid, Munich and Mexico City under a multiyear deal with Victoria. League officials stress a long‑term commitment to international markets, including Australia, with marketing rights, travel considerations for week‑one games, and the possibility of involving other U.S. teams in Australia as the schedule evolves.