Kearney's off contract at the end of the year, but CEO Cameron George says the two parties are nearing an agreement to have him at Mount Smart for next season and beyond.
His family still lives in Brisbane and Kearney says that's where his thoughts have lied during contract negotiations.
Kearney says that's where his thoughts have lied during contract negotiations.
He says it's been hard being away from them, but they are coming close to reaching an agreement.