
The Australian Rugby Union has confirmed that they will allow their four Super 14 sides to field foreign players from next season.

Western Force have signed former Waratahs and Reds scrum-half Josh Valentine on a one-year deal.

Western Force have reinforced their attacking options by signing Reds winger Caleb Brown on a two-year deal.

Pek Cowan has signed a new deal with Western Force that could see him stay with the Perth franchise until 2010.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Sharks | 12 | 37 |
| 7 | Chiefs | 12 | 34 |
| 8 | Western Force | 13 | 33 |
| 9 | ACT Brumbies | 13 | 30 |
| 10 | Bulls | 12 | 23 |
Dewi Morris previews a cracking start to the Guinness Premiership as Northampton host Worcester.
Former England coach Brian Ashton spoke to skysports.com about the new Guinness Premiership season.
The Rugby Club spoke to Saints coach Jim Mallinder about Northampton's return to the Premiership.