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Peta Hiku has been named to start at five-eighth for New Zealand.

Utility Peta Hiku and back-rower Matiu Love-Henry are both returning to the Warriors after stints overseas.

Hiku, 24, named in the Kiwis' Rugby League World Cup squad last week, has signed for three years after being granted an early release from his contract with the Warrington Wolves in the English Super League.

Taupo-raised Love-Henry, who played 32 NYC games for the Junior Warriors in 2014-2015, is coming home after two years with the Brisbane Broncos where he played for the Norths Devils in Queensland's Intrust Super Cup. He has a one-year deal.

"We're delighted to be able to secure Peta, a player who brings us not only international experience but also a background in both the NRL and the Super League," said Warriors CEO Cameron George.

"Another benefit is the working relationship he has with Stephen (Kearney) through his time with the Kiwis.

"Matiu didn't manage to break into the NRL with Brisbane but Stephen was impressed with his development and attitude when he was at the Broncos."

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