Smith’s commentary ... journey and how I got to be an NRL player and achieve the things I achieved and its impact on my family. “I hope people get out of my book an insight into myself as ...

NRL Bid CEO, Andrew Hill, was also delighted that Smith had been able to witness first-hand the excitement that the people of PNG had for what was to come in 2028.

Melbourne great Cameron Smith ... perfect successor. But Smith is convinced that Slater won’t trade his current lifestyle for the relentless demands of a full-time NRL head coaching role.