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New Zealand have dominated the Bledisloe Cup for the last 15 years, but Steve Hansen is keen his side do not take it for granted.
After signing a new long-term Rugby Australia deal, Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper will make his comeback from injury versus New Zealand.
The Wallabies could have captain Michael Hooper back for the first Test against the All Blacks as the flanker's recovery continues.
Jordan Petaia is the standout name among six new call-ups for Australia's training squad ahead of the meeting with New Zealand.
The world champions must do without Sonny Bill Williams against Australia, while Dan Coles could return late in the Rugby Championship.
Sbu Nkosi will miss the rest of the Super Rugby with an ankle injury and is a doubt for South Africa's Rugby Championship campaign.
Samu Kerevi went under the knife on Monday, bringing an end to his season for the Reds and Australia.
