UPDATE: Brumbies centre Irae Simone has his eyes on higher honours after re-signing with the ACT franchise through to 2022.
The former Shute Shield star has developed into a consistent player for the Brumbies in the past two seasons.
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie's declaration that form will determine the look of the Test squad in 2020 has given hope to plenty of players across Super Rugby that the international door might be open.
Simone said the chance to push for that chance was a factor in opting to stay in Canberra for two more years.
"I came down with some goals. I got an opportunity and I didn't look back - I grabbed it with both hands," he said.
"It was good to get that security (of re-signing). All I need to worry about now is playing good footy.
"(Wallabies) is a goal but at the moment my priority is Brumbies.
"If can do well here then everything else will take care of itself."
New-Zealand born Simone moved to Australia in 2014 and spent two seasons with the NRL's Rabbitohs before his star turn with Norths earned him a Waratahs deal.
The 25-year-old started the year off with a consistent round one outing against the Reds, scoring the Brumbies' first try of the season.
Simone said he felt right at home in Canberra and was keen to continue to grow with the Brumbies.
"I couldn't be happier to be extending my stay at the Brumbies," he said.
"My family and I are really enjoying our time here in Canberra and the organisation has welcomed us with open arms since I arrived here last year.
"I'm really excited by the future the club is building and am looking forward to a successful season in 2020."
Brumbies coach Dan McKellar said he was looking forward to seeing Simone continue to develop this season.
"I'm really pleased we've been able to lock Irae in for another few years here at the Brumbies."
"He played a lot of minutes for us last year and I'm sure he'll be looking to go up a level with his performances in 2020 and beyond.
"Irae has grown on and off the field since he arrived last year and is a really well respected player amongst the group."
The Brumbies take on the Rebels at GIO Stadium on Friday February 7, kicking off at 7:15pm AEDT, LIVE on FOX SPORTS, Kayo Sports and via RUGBY.com.au RADIO. Buy tickets here.
