The first three came in a flurry. The next followed six months later, but for the next two and a half years: nothing.
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Joe Powell has been so close to Wallabies jerseys he has been able to touch them. In fact, he's been wearing them for photos.
But the ACT Brumbies' scrumhalf hasn't played a Test since June, 2018, his international career stalling as he waited for another chance.
The good news about this year is a Wallabies coach brings new hope for those seemingly forgotten in recent years.
Powell is at the top of that list, determined to add to his four Test caps after bolting into the Wallabies squad three years ago and being picked in almost every training squad since.
Dave Rennie has replaced Michael Cheika as the Wallabies' mentor, and although he was the architect of the Brumbies' 2013 grand final heartbreak, it's good news for ACT players hoping to make an impression.
"I would never complain about being part of a Wallabies squad, but of course every wants to be playing," Powell said.
"That's something I want to push through to make sure I am consistently playing for the Wallabies - that would be awesome.
"It's a huge opportunity, especially at halfback. I'll be doing my best to put my hand up."
The changing of the guard at the Brumbies will be mirrored at the Wallabies, with Rennie to pick his first squad in June.
He will be in Canberra on Tuesday to visit Brumbies players and coaches for the first time since being appointed.
The Brumbies boast nine players with international experience, some experience and others getting only brief tastes of Test action.
Pete Samu, Toni Pulu, Tom Banks and Powell fell off the radar for the World Cup last year, but they're determined to show Rennie they're ready for redemption.
The end of the Israel Folau saga opens the door for Banks, while Will Genia's retirement and Nick Phipps move overseas gives Powell his opportunity.
"Any time you can have a fresh start and look to stamp your authority again, that's exciting," Banks said.
"It's something that's really driving me, to start equal with everyone else and [the Wallabies] being picked on form.
"I'm really looking forward to that this year and hopefully that helps build some consistency in my game.
"Last year was tough to take. But speaking to people, the biggest thing I took out of it was bouncing back quickly. The best way to move on is to get back to that level."