Queensland Reds director of coaching Ewen McKenzie insists there’s nothing sinister about his decision to leave Brisbane, confirming he has no job offers on the table at the moment — including Ireland.

AUSTRALIA international Quade Cooper has been ordered to undergo an extensive personal development and counselling programme following a string of off-field misdemeanours this season.

Australia lock Justin Harrison has been banned for three Super 12 matches after racially abusing opponent Chumani Booi.

Munster have confirmed that Australia and Queensland Reds full-back Chris Latham has turned down a move to the side and he will now stay in Brisbane.