Merewether-Carlton claimed cross-town bragging rights with a 15-13 win over Wanderers in the opening round of local rugby but it wasn’t without its drama – the Two Blues had a chance to win the game in the final moments.
Luke Simmons lined it up from 40 metres out – his attempt had the legs, but sailed just wide.
Elsewhere this afternoon, Maitland proved they are the real deal in 2018 beating Southern Beaches in a high-scoring affair.
Singleton thrashed Lake Macquarie for an emphatic win, and the Bay beat the Students.
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