Parramatta have snatched defeat from the jaws of victory after going down 29-25 at home to Gordon, having led 25-8 with only 10 minutes remaining.

Manly have maintained bragging rights on the peninsular after a 32-15 victory over a Warringah side that featured Danny Cipriani on debut

Randwick have held off the challenge of a fast-finishing Southern Districts to claim their first home victory of the season, winning 37-30 at Coogee Oval.