Midway through the 2008 season the Brumbies announced they would not be renewing his contract as head coach. Laurie was named forwards coach for Munster Rugby on 8 July 2008, with his experience in the Experimental Law Variations (ELVs) cited as a key reason for his appointment
In mid-2008, the Brumbies decided not to extend his contract as head coach. On July 8, 2008, Laurie was named forwards coach for Munster Rugby, with his experience in Experimental Law Variations (ELVs) cited as a key reason.