The Australian Women’s Rugby Union side was beaten 67-3 against New Zealand’s Black Ferns in the clash, but Hamilton said competing in the first women’s game at the famed Auckland venue was a dream come true.

“It was the first time a women’s rugby game has been played on such prestigious grounds which is is great stepping stone for the sport,” the former Kinross Wolaroi student said.

“For me personally running on that field was such a privilege, running out with tears in my eyes all I wanted to do was lift each girl on that field and not give up despite the result. 

“We are a team who have came together in a week before competing against the best team in the world and I give full credit to my girls who never put their heads down.”

Hamilton believes the experience will have her side in good stead ahead of Wednesday’s Test at North Harbour Stadium, 12.30pm AEDT.

Now playing her club rugby with Sydney University, the blindside flanker will make her first start in the clash, wearing the No.6.

“It wouldn't matter if I played for 80 minutes or one minute, every time I take the field its about putting my best foot forward and doing what I can to support my team,” Hamilton said.

“We have re-grouped well and take full credit for the errors made, and I know our girls will step up for the next test against the Back Ferns tomorrow at North harbour.”

Wallaroos head coach Paul Verrell said his side was determined to improve on its last outing.

“We are very disappointed with many facets of our game on Saturday, but we have owned up to our mistakes and have to move on to raise our standards,” he said.

The Builcorp Wallaroos play New Zealand on Wednesday at North Harbour Stadium, Auckland with kick off at 12.30pm AEDT.

Buildcorp Wallaroos to face Black Ferns:

1 Louise Burrows, Canberra Royals

2 Alanna Patison, Newcastle University   

3 Hanna Ngaha, Sunnybank

4 Alisha Hewett, GPS

5 Chloe Butler, Parramatta

6 Grace Hamilton, Sydney University  

7 Ariana Kaiwai, Blacktown

8 Mollie Gray, Sydney University   

9 Iliseva Batibasaga, Sydney University  

10 Ash Hewson (C), Sydney University

11 Madeline Putz, Palmyra

12 Sarah Riordan, Merewether Carlton

13 Katrina Barker, Warringah  

14 Cobie-Jane Morgan, Warringah  

15 Chloe Leaupepe, Oatley

Reserves 

16 Ivy Kaleta, Sunnybank  

17 Emily Robinson, Warringah  

18 Danielle Meskell, Warringah  

19 Michelle Bailey, Sydney University  

20 Liz Patu, Wests Bulldogs  

21 Kirby Sefo, Sunnybank  

22 Nareta Marsters, Sunnybank

23 Cheyenne Campbell, Redlands