Records & Awards
Mortlock was named Super Rugby player of the year in 2002. In 2008, Mortlock's ability to score tries and kick goals positioned him third on the all-time list of Australian Test point scorers (with 473 points). In May 2009, in the Super 14 match between the Auckland Blues and the ACT Brumbies Mortlock became the highest points scorer in Super Rugby history, surpassing New Zealand's Andrew Mehrtens. He currently sits on 1019 Super Rugby points. He is the sixth player for the Brumbies to achieve 100 caps.
Mortlock was made a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2012 Australia Day Honours List.
| Preceded by Phil Waugh |
Australian national rugby union captain 2006-2007 |
Succeeded by George Smith |
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