Improving Queensland Reds winger Peter Hynes has signed with the Super 14 club for another two years.

Hynes has been in eye-catching form this season under new coach Phil Mooney, with the sides' new attacking intent one of the main reasons behind his decision to stay at Ballymore.

"I'm really enjoying my rugby with the Reds. Our backline is creating a lot of space which is tremendous for me as a winger," he said.

Hynes has the ability to play in various positons in the backline and has represented Australia at under-21, under-19 and Sevens level with Reds performance rugby manager Ben Whitaker believing his current form is worthy of close study by Wallaby selectors.

The 25-year-old has played 52 Super Rugby games for the Reds and scored 50 points, from 10 tries. His total points tally for the Reds is 55.

"I've got a long way to go before I reach 100 games but it would be tremendous if it happened," said Hynes, who made his Queensland debut in 2003 and who holds the honour of scoring the first Reds try at Suncorp Stadium, coming against the Waratahs in 2004.

Whitaker said Hynes' talent, versatility and commitment made him a valuable member of the Reds squad and future direction.

"Peter has really developed into the full package," he said. "He's such a balanced runner that he can change direction without losing speed, which makes him very elusive, especially in broken play. And his defence is first class.

"We're delighted that Peter has stayed loyal, that he recognises this team is going places and that he wants to be a part of the Reds' future.

"He can play anywhere along the backline - and has done.

"He definitely has the skills to play wing, centre or full-back, for Queensland and Australia."

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