Parramatta have lifted themselves back into the Shute Shield finals spots with a thrilling 51-21 victory over Warringah. After two successive losses, both sides were looking to kick-start their season. But it was the Two Blues who held a narrow 15-7 lead at the break, having finally clicked into gear after an opening half hour where the visitors held sway without dominating on the scoreboard.

Norths host Souths in the match of the round this weekend. But the most personal match-up will take place in midfield, where gun centres and best mates Bill Meakes and Apo Latunipulu face-off.