NRL coach

Daley confirms interest in Kiwis job

Daley is the fourth high-profile coach to meet with New Zealand officials after David Kidwell was axed in February following last year's World Cup quarter- finals exit.

Daley confirmed on Sky Sports Radio's Big Sports Breakfast he flew to New Zealand to discuss his own future this week after he was axed as NSW State of Origin mentor last year.

"I did go across to NZ and speak to them about the NZ coaching position," Daley said.

"It was an informal discussion, just where I'm at and where they are at.

Johns introduced to Tongans as they prepare for Samoa test

The former Kangaroos and Newcastle's star has taken on a voluntary role as an assistant coach for the Mate Ma'a Tonga.

Head coach Kristian Woolf said Johns will assist the likes of Samisoni Langi and Feleti Mateo with the subtleties of the game and help them threaten the line a little more.