Meninga returns to Canberra to mentor, dispel stereotypes, and work with Raiders in various capacities. Exciting opportunity.
Rugby league legend Mal Meninga hopes his return to Canberra can help dispel some negative stereotypes about living in the nation's capital.
Meninga will serve as a mentor at the club he won three premierships with, helping out across recruitment and retention, pathways development and as a brand ambassador, the Raiders announced on Wednesday.
Already living in Canberra and having maintained a close bond with former teammate and current coach Ricky Stuart, the Immortal said it was a no-brainer to take the role when CEO Don Furner called him up.
"It's a very exciting time...