Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards will juggle his international commitments with a role at the Ospreys in the Pro14 this season.
Anthony Watson suffered an Achilles injury in March and a serious setback means there is still no return date for the England man.
Although contracted for another year, Alasdair Dickinson has called time on his rugby career, switching to a coaching role.
South Africa kick off their Rugby Championship campaign against Argentina this weekend and will have Eben Etzebeth available once again.
The haka will remain part of New Zealand's pre-match routine despite reports to the contrary, according to Sam Cane.
Sam Cane says New Zealand will put extra attention on the breakdowns against Australia given the presence of David Pocock.
Reece Hodge would be a good choice at 13 for Australia's Rugby Championship opener with New Zealand, says Kurtley Beale.
New Zealand will be hoping to inflict more misery on "big brother" Australia when the Rugby Championship kicks off in Sydney on Saturday.
Dan Carter has played down reports he could feature for the Highlanders in next season's Super Rugby.
Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has become just the second player in Australian rugby history to sign a five-year deal.
After Mario Ledesma left to take over as Argentina coach, the Jaguares have appointed Gonzalo Quesada as his successor.
Legendary New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter believes Beauden Barrett has enough credit in the bank to keep Richie Mo'unga out of the 10 shirt.
Leicester Tigers have bolstered their front row ahead of the new Premiership season by signing props Campese Ma'afu and David Feao.
The Wallabies could have captain Michael Hooper back for the first Test against the All Blacks as the flanker's recovery continues.
Young fly-half Damian Willemse is among three uncapped players in the Springboks' squad for the Rugby Championship.
Todd Blackadder is expecting big things from Jacques van Rooyen after luring the experienced Lions prop to The Rec.