Watch every second of Super Rugby Pacific live and on demand via Stan Sport.<\/a><\/p>\nMiller has become one of the side\u2019s most high-profile stars since her 2023 debut, featuring in all 11 Test matches in the 2025 season and scoring eight tries, including a hat-trick against Samoa.<\/p>\n
Karpani has also garnered attention worldwide for her barnstorming tries, being named Wallaroos player of the year in 2023.<\/p>\n
She has continued her form after moving from the NSW Waratahs to the Queensland Reds in 2025, becoming the fourth player to earn 40 caps for her nation.<\/p>\n
The re-signing of the two stars has been a welcome one as the side begins its development towards the 2029 Rugby World Cup, with General Manager of Women’s Rugby Jilly Collins praising both stars.<\/p>\n
“Desi’s incredible consistency on the wing has been a standout feature over the past couple of seasons,” she said.<\/p>\n
“She is the only player to have worn the number 11 jersey since the start of the Test season in 2024, a run of 21 consecutive Test matches.<\/p>\n
“Her attacking power is undeniable, highlighted by her six tries in just four matches at the Rugby World Cup. I am thrilled to see what the future holds for this star player.<\/p>\n
\u201cEva has cemented her position as one of the most established and influential players in the squad.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe is treasured by the rugby public in Australia and globally for her powerful, dynamic ball running and it’s great to see her re-commit to the squad.\u201d<\/p>\n
Partnering Miller in the backline is arguably one of the most valuable signatures locked in for the 2026 season, with Georgina Friedrichs having a massive 2025 season, being crowned the 2025 Super Rugby Women\u2019s player of the year.<\/p>\n
Joining the backline will be the leading try-scorer for the Wallaroos, with Maya Stewart set to add significant attacking power fresh off a stint in the Australia A Sevens side in Dubai.<\/p>\n
The Nelson Bay star was named player of the year for the Wallaroos in 2024 and leads the Super Rugby Women\u2019s with the most tries in the competition\u2019s history.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe re-signing of Maya Stewart is a massive boost for the program,\u201d Collins said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs one of a handful of players targeting the 2029 Rugby World Cup as her third tournament, she brings invaluable experience and professionalism to the squad.<\/p>\n
\u201cHer recent success as a key player in the Australia A Sevens team, which won the Women\u2019s International Invitational competition in Dubai, demonstrates her continued development and impact.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have no doubt she will continue to shine brightly in the gold jersey.<\/p>\n
\u201cGeorgina is a model of elite consistency at the top of her game.<\/p>\n
\u201cHer commitment is impressive and she repeatedly delivers when needed, which was perfectly underscored by her 2025 Super Rugby Women\u2019s Player of the Year award.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite the strong competition, she has firmly maintained possession of the crucial outside centre jersey and we are delighted she has secured her Wallaroos contract for 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n
Capping off the new signatures is Waiaria Ellis, the star making her debut in 2025 against the Black Ferns before going on to feature in matches across the World Cup.<\/p>\n
The star also featured in the Australia A Sevens squad in their recent trip to Dubai, and is regarded as one of the side\u2019s long-term utility options.\u00a0<\/p>\n
“At still only 18 years old, Waiaria\u2019s recommitment to rugby union through 2026 is a great indication of her drive, desire and ambition in the game,\u201d Collins added.<\/p>\n
“The 2025 season was a massive year for her, featuring a Wallaroos debut in New Zealand, selection in the Rugby World Cup squad and competing for the Australia A Sevens team in Dubai.<\/p>\n
“We are excited for what\u2019s in store and how far she can take her game in 2026.”<\/p>\n
The quintet join over 35 stars who have committed to the Wallaroos program long term, with more announcements expected in the new year.\u00a0<\/p>\n
LATEST WALLAROO SIGNINGS FOR 2026 SEASON<\/p>\n
Desiree Miller<\/p>\n
Position: WingDOB: 13\/1\/2002Junior Club: Eastern Suburbs2025 Super Rugby Club: NSW Waratahs<\/p>\n
Eva Karpani<\/p>\n
Position: PropDOB: 18\/6\/1996Junior Club: Southern Suburbs2025 Super Rugby Club: Queensland Reds<\/p>\n
Georgina Friedrichs<\/p>\n
Position: CentreDOB: 14\/4\/1995Junior Club: Wests Bulldogs2025 Super Rugby Club: NSW Waratahs<\/p>\n
Maya Stewart<\/p>\n
Position: WingDOB: 14\/3\/2000Junior Club: Nelson Bay Gropers2025 Super Rugby Club: NSW Waratahs<\/p>\n
Waiaria Ellis<\/p>\n
Position: Utility BackDOB: 11\/9\/2007Junior Club: Blacktown Scorpions2025 Super Rugby Club: NSW Waratahs<\/p>\n
CONFIRMED SIGNINGS FOR 2026 SEASON (SO FAR)<\/p>\n
Biola Dawa, Martha Fua, Faitala Moleka, Allana Sikimeti, Chioma Enyi, Grace Freeman, Caitlin Urwin, Manu\u2019a Moleka, Millie Parker, Brooklyn Teki-Joyce, Ella Ryan, Lily Bone, Siokapesi Palu, Lori Cramer, Bree-Anna Browne, Ruby Anderson, Caitlyn Halse, Katalina Amosa, Atasi Lafai, Faliki Pohiva, Emily Chancellor, Piper Duck, Tania Naden, Cecilia Smith, Adiana Talakai, Tabua Tuinakauvadra, Bridie O\u2019Gorman, Samantha Wood, Tiarah Minns, Michaela Leonard, Kaitlan Leaney, Brianna Hoy, Ash Fernandez.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Wallaroos have continued their contract extensions, signing five critical signatures and locking down over 120 caps for…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":353134,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[567],"tags":[64,63,760,85,19259],"class_list":{"0":"post-353133","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-rugby","8":"tag-au","9":"tag-australia","10":"tag-rugby","11":"tag-sports","12":"tag-wallaroos"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/353133","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=353133"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/353133\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/353134"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=353133"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=353133"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=353133"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}