They are the women who have been cheering on their football superstar husbands, fiances and boyfriends from the sidelines all year around.
And the glamorous WAGS will be joining the NRL stars at football’s night of nights at the Dally M Awards at The Star in Sydney on Wednesday.
Here, FEMAIL has rounded up the women who will go head to head on the red carpet in a bid to claim the sartorial crown – and what their lives look like outside of the stadium.
ZOE MARSHALL, WIFE OF BENJI MARSHALL
Radio presenter Zoe Marshall and her NRL star husband Benji welcomed their ‘miracle’ baby son named Benjamin Fox in February this year
Radio presenter Zoe Marshall and her NRL star husband Benji welcomed their ‘miracle’ baby son named Benjamin Fox in February this year.
The couple have been enjoying parenthood together as they continue to document adorable photographs of their bundle of joy.
Before the birth of their first child, the pair revealed they turned to a fertility clinic in a desperate bid to conceive after struggling to fall pregnant.
Before the birth of their first child, the pair revealed they turned to a fertility clinic in a desperate bid to conceive after struggling to fall pregnant
In 2015, Zoe made headlines after she admitted she ‘loves’ sleeping in separate bedrooms from her husband.
She claimed the sleeping arrangement worked because at the time Benji suffered from sleep apnoea, which is a known cause for snoring.
In April this year, she also revealed the couple broke up ‘four times’ before they eventually tied the knot in 2013.
TEIGAN MCKINNON, WIFE OF ALEX MCKINNON
Teigan and Alex McKinnon tied the knot in an intimate ceremony last October
Teigan and Alex McKinnon tied the knot in an intimate ceremony last October.
And more exciting news followed when the couple announced they were expecting their first child together, due in October 2018.
The loved-up pair – who have proved they can overcome any challenge – took to Instagram to share a candid photograph holding a picture of their ultrasound.
Alex, who was left paralysed after a shocking on-field incident in 2014, married his long-term partner Teigan (nee Power) last year.
The former Newcastle Knights forward – who suffered a devastating spinal chord injury – kept his promise to rise out of his wheelchair to greet his stunning bride.
The loved-up pair – who have proved they can overcome any challenge – took to Instagram to share a candid photograph holding a picture of their ultrasound
The former Newcastle Knights forward – who suffered a devastating spinal chord injury – kept his promise to rise out of his wheelchair to greet his stunning bride (pictured at Dally M 2017)
His promising career was cut short following the accident and he proposed to his now wife from his hospital bed just days later and vowed to be on his feet when they married, despite being diagnosed a quadriplegic.
McKinnon had previously open about his hopes of having a baby, despite the horrific game accident which left him in a wheelchair.
‘One of the first things Alex wanted to know after the accident was whether we could have kids one day, because he didn’t want to miss out on that,’ Teigen, who’s a schoolteacher, said after the incident.
‘So we went to see a fertility specialist and it seems there’s a great chance, because he still creates sperm.’
KAYLA BOYD, WIFE OF DARIUS BOYD
Kayla and Darius Boyd share toddler daughter Willow and have been enjoying a low-key life together after building their dream home in north Brisbane
Kayla and Darius Boyd share toddler daughter Willow and have been enjoying a low-key life together after building their dream home in north Brisbane.
The glamorous New Zealander, who married her husband five years ago, has worked as a columnist and is a respected voice among women with her lifestyle blog.
Kayla is also a brand ambassador for Brisbane Racing, David Jones, FOREO, Scotch & Soda, Inspiring Skin Health and I Can I Will Australia .
She often takes on public speaking and hosting roles at various events across the country.
It hasn’t been a smooth ride for the couple, however, with Kayla admitting to ‘cracks and flaws’ in the marriage in early 2017.
The glamorous New Zealander, who married her husband five years ago, has worked as a columnist and is a respected voice among women with her lifestyle blog
The mother-of-one said she was prepared to call it quits on their relationship after learning the Brisbane Broncos skipper was unfaithful to her in the past but they were able to work through it.
‘Everybody knows we have gone through the worst and everything that would tear a relationship apart,’ she previously told 9News.
‘And that’s why we both literally hold our heads extremely high because we can be 100 per cent genuinely happy with where we are.’
TARA RUSHTON, WIFE OF COOPER CRONK
Fox Sports presenter Tara Rushton and Cooper Cronk tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony in December last year
Fox Sports presenter Tara Rushton and Cooper Cronk tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony in December last year.
The loved-up couple welcomed their baby boy Lennox Ryder Cronk in July this year – – but they have been keeping their son’s identity away from social media.
‘You came into the world, and have blown our hearts wide open. We are in awe,’ Tara said on Instagram.
The former Melbourne Storm star decided to leave the team at the end of last season and move to Sydney to be with Tara, announcing he would be joining the Roosters.
The loved-up couple welcomed their baby boy Lennox Ryder Cronk in July this year – but they have been keeping their son’s identity away from social media
Tara Rushton, a Fox Sports presenter, and Cooper Cronk, have been romantically linked since June 2015 and announced that they were engaged in January this year
‘She loves Melbourne but the funny thing is, she’s worked really hard to get to where she is,’ Cronk said in April.
And it’s not surprising, with the talented sports journalist previously nominated for an ASTRA award for Most Outstanding Female Presenter and nominated as one of Singapore’s ‘Most Inspiring Real Women’.
Before tying the knot, Tara said she was ‘very excited’ about her future with Cooper.
‘Cooper and I have been championing each other’s career over the past few years and continue to do so,’ she told The Daily Telegraph.
TAHLIA GIUMELLI, GIRLFRIEND OF TOM BURGESS
Tahlia Giumelli revealed her battle with Crohn’s disease to her NRL star boyfriend before they started dating in 2016
Tom Burgess and his model girlfriend Tahlia Giumelli have been together since late 2016.
The stunning brunette is studying a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in media, and is a model for Scoop Management.
She is also an ambassador for Crohn’s and Colitis, with the former Miss Universe finalist revealing her battle with Crohn’s disease to her NRL star boyfriend before they started dating.
Tom Burgess and his model girlfriend Tahlia Giumelli have been together since late 2016
‘I’m pretty honest and this is something I wouldn’t hide. Tom was really understanding,’ she told NewsCorp in 2017.
‘He’s been a good support through and through from the beginning — he’s always encouraging me.’
Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the digestive tract, and can cause abdominal pain, anaemia and fatigue.
After cheering his girlfriend on at the Miss Universe competition, Tom described her as ‘the third best looking girl in Australia’ due to her third placing.
NICOLE SLATER, WIFE OF BILLY SLATER
She has also previously spoken about Billy’s high profile and that while he has a host of followers, she sees him only as a ‘great husband and dad’ – not a superstar
One of the power couples of the NRL, Nicole and Billy Slater met when they were just 14 years old while at pony club.
But it wasn’t until 2004 that Billy decided to track down Nicole, who had ‘made an impression’, and get back in touch.
The pair married in Cairns in November, 2009, and share two children together – Tyla Rose, nine and Jake, seven.
Nicole is a talented artist and runs her business, Nicole Rose Art, where she sells her beautiful artworks and prints
Nicole is a talented artist and runs her business, Nicole Rose Art, where she sells her beautiful artworks and prints.
She has also previously spoken about Billy’s high profile and that while he has a host of followers, she sees him only as a ‘great husband and dad’ – not a superstar.
‘I can’t look at him how you may look at him or how everyone else does because at the end of the day he’s my husband and father of our two children,’ she told The Advertiser previously.
TERRY BIVIANO, WIFE OF ANTHONY MINICHIELLO
Terry Biviano and Anthony Minichiello tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in 2012
Terry Biviano and Anthony Minichiello tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at St Mary’s Cathedral in 2012.
The Australian shoe designer and the former Sydney Roosters Captain have a daughter named Azura Tresor, now aged four.
For her birthday, the couple hosted a unicorn-themed party for the little tot, which featured a stunning unicorn cake, floral archway, a large unicorn prop, and a unicorn headpiece.
Terry previously told Daily Telegraph about motherhood, saying: ‘Your priorities change. You realise what’s really important in life, and that’s your family and your children and your partner.’
BIANCA CHAMBERS, WIFE OF WILL CHAMBERS
Bianca Chambers and Will Chambers married in a stunning Bali wedding ceremony in 2015
Bianca runs online fashion boutique, Green Love By B, where she sells Australian labels and her own, Mimi
Bianca Chambers and Will Chambers married in a stunning Bali wedding ceremony in October, 2015.
They share toddler daughter Kiara together and regularly share adoring photos of each other on their social media accounts.
The pair met in November, 2012, when Bianca’s best friend was dating Will’s cousin and they insisted they go on a date.
Bianca runs online fashion boutique, Green Love By B, where she sells Australian labels and her own, Mimi.
The couple revealed in June they are expecting a second child together.
CASEY GLASBY, WIFE OF TIM GLASBY
Casey Glasby first met Tim Glasby at North Rockhampton State School when he was in the grade above her
Casey Glasby first met Tim Glasby at North Rockhampton State School when he was in the grade above her.
She noticed him on the field during school rugby games and the pair hit it off at a party not long after.
Once Tim decided to pursue his career in NRL, the pair moved to Penrith before settling in Melbourne.
They share a little boy, Parker, together and Casey co-owns photography and videography business, DejaVu
They share a little boy, Parker, together and Casey co-owns photography and videography business, DejaVu which she started with her high school friend, Keanna Hopkins.
‘I went to university and did a few film courses, then we just spoke about starting this businesses and doing what we love,’ she said previously.
‘We kept going with it after school for fun and then started buying professional equipment.’
LAURA OTTOLINO, FIANCEE OF LACHLAN COOTE
Laura works as a physiotherapist and according to her profile, ‘enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and catching up with friends on her time off’
Laura moved to Queensland’s Townsville with boyfriend Lachlan Coote after being born and raised in Sydney.
And in September, 2014, the couple welcomed baby boy Bailey into the world.
‘He’s very supportive of me at the moment and I have to be as well. I made the decision to come here and I will stick by that and I will definitely stick by him,’ she told the Townsville in 2015.
Laura moved to Townsville with boyfriend Lachlan Coote after being born and raised in Sydney
Laura works as a physiotherapist and according to her profile, ‘enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and catching up with friends on her time off.’
In October, 2016, Lachlan asked Laura to marry him and the excited bride-to-be took to her Instagram page to announce the news.
‘The love of my life asked me to marry him, of course I said YES!!! Can’t wait to be your wife, thank you for being so amazing and romantic! I love you,’ she wrote.
CHANTELLE O’NEILL, WIFE OF JUSTIN O’NEILL
The retired ballerina has worked as a flight attendant, actress, model and social worker and she has appeared on the likes of Project Runway and Housos on SBS
In addition to being a doting mother to Giselle and wife to Justin O’Neill, Chantelle has worn a number of hats over the years.
She is a retired ballerina, has worked as a flight attendant, actress, model and social worker and she has appeared on the likes of Project Runway and Housos on SBS.
The mother – who works at a skin clinic part time and runs a blog about skin science and beauty – also has a degree in Arts (psychology) and certificates in telephone counselling, mental health and health science.
She shares a two-year-old daughter, Giselle, with her Cowboys star husband. The couple welcomed their second daughter Kasia in July.
‘We are ecstatic to announce we have been richly blessed with a precious princess. Our perfect little KASIA 17.7.18 (As requested) by Giselle, a baby sister and best friend for life,’ Chantelle said on Instagram.
In addition to being a doting mother to Giselle and wife to Justin, Chantelle O’Neill has worn a number of hats over the years
Chantelle previously told My Super Nanny that her different jobs have taught her different things about life and helped form who she is today.
‘The performing arts industry has taught me many skills that will stay with me forever. First and foremost, discipline,’ she said.
‘Self respect, dedication and confidence and Virgin Australia taught me the power of branding and the importance of good quality customer service.
Chantelle married her sporting star beau in January 2016, after becoming engaged during a romantic Fiji holiday.
BRIANNA O’TOOLE, FIANCEE OF MICHAEL MORGAN
Brianna O’Toole got engaged to her boyfriend of eight years Michael Morgan over the Christmas holiday last year
The Townsville-based travel blogger is also a physiotherapist after completing her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University
Brianna O’Toole got engaged to her boyfriend of eight years Michael Morgan over the Christmas holiday last year.
The Townsville-based travel blogger is also a physiotherapist after completing her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University.
According to her physio profile, she enjoys morning runs and exercising, getaways to Magnetic Island, and spending time with her partner, family and friends.
Brianna is also the co-director of MINOMA Fitness a travel and fitness blog where she shares snaps of the adventures she and her sister go on together.