The Malabulla Panthers cemented their spot in the top four with a comprehensive win over Shortland 34-4 on the weekend.
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The Bulla boys were on top in the first half and had a handy 16-4 lead at half time.
Half back Josh Daniels steered the team around the park, scoring two tries and sparking plenty of attacking raids.
Centre Brad Andersen picked up the best back and players' player awards.
Hooker Mitch Fletcher and Nick Hor had strong games.
Nelson Bay Sharks tag team played in the ladies day at Cahill Oval, Belmont on Saturday.
In a close contest Central won 12-0, but it was a different game than the first round 42-0 thrashing the Butcher girls.
The Bay's standout player was Hayley Dufor, picking up the players' player and the coaches award.
Every team member continues to make a contribution as they work on set plays and defensive patterns.
The Sharks host South Newcastle at Salamander on Saturday from 10am.
Raymond Terrace Magpies had a tough day against competition heavy weights Gloucester with the well drilled outfit running out 44-16 winners.
The Terrace's defence leaked three tries in the opening quarter and were trailing 24-6 at half time.
The Terrace hung tough but lost key forward Kurt Bassett with a dislocated shoulder.
Best in a beaten team were Tyler Edmonds and Dean Handsaker.
Raymond Terrace and Gloucester combined after the game to give three locals with disabilities a chance to play the game they support every week. In a game with five minutes each way Rowan Russell, Brady Ridgeway and Nathan Rumble all scored four pointers.