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Commonwealth Games magic moment: 1998 netball gold medal game

The Austalian team enjoy their win.

Although the tiny venue felt more like a school gym than an elite sports stadium, and while other Commonwealth Games netball finals (Manchester, Delhi) have been closer and more dramatic, there was something particularly significant about the 1998 gold medal game between - naturally - Australia and New Zealand.

Magpies edge Firebirds in Super Netball

Romelda Aiken and Sharni Layton contest the ball.

A standout performance from goalkeeper Sharni Layton has lifted Collingwood to a thrilling 61-59 Super Netball win over the Queensland Firebirds in Launceston.