The fixtures computer had thrown up a beauty last Sunday, with a clash between two sides that had enough potential heat to keep everyone warm as winter arrives, as Gordon hosted Eastwood.

A wonderful season of club rugby was given a further boost this week, when news filtered through that two Wallabies would be making an appearance down in the Shire on Saturday afternoon.

A sunny afternoon in Sydney’s West saw Parramatta – who chalked up their first win of the season last week against Penrith – entertain Eastern Suburbs, themselves coming off the back of a rare victory at Coogee Oval. Could the Two Blues build on last week or would the Beasties’ class shine through?