
Former Australia and Newcastle full-back Matthew Burke has been appointed kicking coach of the Waratahs.

Chris Hickey has agreed a three-year deal with the New South Wales Rugby Union to become the new boss of the Waratahs.

The Crusaders have clinched their seventh Super Rugby title after beating a determined Waratahs outfit 20-12 in Christchurch.

Tatafu Polota-Nau will return from injury to start for the Waratahs in Saturday's Super 14 final against the Crusaders.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Hurricanes | 13 | 41 |
| 3 | Blues | 13 | 40 |
| 4 | NSW Waratahs | 12 | 39 |
| 5 | Stormers | 12 | 37 |
| 6 | Sharks | 12 | 37 |
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