Gordon got the better of Norths on another wet Saturday afternoon in the first of two North Shore local derbies set to be played in the coming weeks.

Elsewhere, Western Sydney beat Sydney Uni to move within one win of a spot in the top six, while Warringah, Easts, Manly and Randwick secured their spots at the top end of the ladder with wins in round 11.

Gordon 11-5 Northern Suburbs - Image: Andrew Quinn

Gordon boosted their premiership credentials with an impressive 11-5 win over Norths on a wet and miserable afternoon at North Sydney Oval.

While both sides struggled to score points, the match was engaging with brutal defence dominating the contest.