The Kangaroos will meet New Zealand in Perth on Saturday in a one off Test match before the Four Nations tournament begins last in October.
Coach Mal Meninga has assembled a squad minus a number of veterans players and added some of the NRLs finest young talent as he seeks to restore Australia to the top of the world rankings.
For the worlds best player Johnathon Thurston (pictured), its an exciting time to be a part of the Australian side.
