The Kiwis' coach distances himself from the deviousness that has plunged the Melbourne Storm into peril.

Relaxation in Fiji swiftly turned to a business trip to Melbourne for ex-Storm player Tawera Nikau.

The Warriors last night fumbled and flapped their way to a new low against an inspired but injury-depleted Storm side.

NZ Warriors v Melbourne Storm clash in a round seven NRL match at Etihad Stadium. Follow the action live.

The Warriors stand to benefit long-term from the financial catastrophe enveloping the Melbourne Storm.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has vowed to rebuild the shattered club.