Western Sydney continued their rise up the Shute Shield ladder with an impressive victory over Norths in round nine, while a new name stole the show for the Rats in Warringah’s victory over Hunter.

Elsewhere Manly held on to beat Easts, Uni were too good for Gordon, Randwick snuck past West Harbour and Eastwood beat Souths.

Catch up on all the weekend’s action below.

Western Sydney 34-33 Northern Suburbs

Western Sydney once again reminded the competition that they are a serious premiership threat with an impressive 34-33 victory over Northern Suburbs.

The big, abrasive Two Blues forwards, led by lock Manasa Rokosuka, dominated in the first half crossing twice from close range to take a 19-14 lead to the half time break.