The Kiwis are one step closer to confirming a new coach, after last year's disastrous Rugby League World Cup campaign and David Kidwell's exit from the top job.

Newshub can reveal interviews have taken place in Auckland on Tuesday, with three high-profile NRL coaches making the trip across the ditch.

NSW Origin coach Laurie Daley was keeping tight-lipped over his interview for the NZ national team role.

And he's just one of four top former NRL coaches in the running.

Former Bulldogs coach Des Hasler's also keeping quiet following his meeting with the selection panel, while former Manly coach Geoff Toovey was another to make an appearance at the Auckland airport hotel.