• Australia beat New Zealand 24-4 to clinch Pacific Cup
• Jillaroos avenge defeat to Kiwi Ferns in last year’s decider

Australia have reasserted their status as the heavyweights of international women’s rugby league, thrashing New Zealand 24-4 in the Pacific Cup final as revenge for last year’s decider.

The pressure was on the Jillaroos this Pacific Championships following that shock loss to the Kiwi Ferns in the 2023 final, and some controversial selection calls since.