He described Tamarua as a natural athlete who excelled in many sports but one who had been particularly impressive playing for provincial rep league sides at national age grade tournaments in the past.
Bristow said Tamarua will likely end up playing alongside Kaikohe's Xavier Johnson, who was last month picked up by the Wombats outfit, widely regarded as a feeder club to the South Sydney Roosters NRL side.
"[Brody will be a] tremendous ambassador for Kaitaia youth ... He's a vision of the talent that's there up in that part of the world. This pathway will allow him to pursue his dreams.
"We are really happy to have these pathways open to our kids. And we are looking at more going too."