Wallabies struggle past Fiji as first Test against British and Irish Lions looms
It took a try by Harry Wilson in the 78th minute that was converted by Ben Donaldson to rescue the Wallabies from the prospect of an embarrassing defeat in their only match before taking on Andy Farrell's tourists.
Fiji trailed 14-0 but scored a stunning try through Salesi Rayasi on the cusp of half-time and they emerged a different side after the break, with Lekima Tagitagivalu touching down in the 55th minute.
Controversy reigned when the Islanders appeared to cross through Sireli Maqala only for play to be called back because Australia's Harry Potter had put a foot in touch earlier in the passage of play.
A Caleb Muntz penalty propelled Fiji 18-14 ahead but in the closing stages back-row forward Wilson forced his way over to spare the Wallabies' blushes.
Adding to Australia's issues is a possible concussion sustained by fly-half Noah Lolesio, who was taken from the field on a medical cart with 20 minutes to go, making him a doubt for the first Test against the Lions on 19 July.
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