NEWCASTLE City had to work hard in round 10 of the Wilson Security Black Diamond AFL Cup competition.
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Their opposition, Cardiff, were highly competitive.
The Hawks got off to a good start keeping the Blues, who were on this occasion sporting pink uniforms to support the Breast Cancer Network of Australia, goalless in the first quarter to lead by 12 points.
Some stern words from coach Mitch Knight inspired the Blues to dominate the second quarter, kicking five goals to lead by 20 points at half-time.
The Blues maintained control of the game despite a competitive effort from the Hawks to win 14.21 (105) to 9.10 (64) at No 1 Sportsground.
At Dick Burwell Oval, Nelson Bay gained the upper hand in the battle for fourth place with a 13.10 (88) to 8.5 (53) win over Warners Bay.
Terrigal Avoca demolished premiership contenders Killarney Vale, 20.13 (133) to 6.3 (39) at Adelaide St Oval.
In first division, Terrigal Avoca, Newcastle City and Maitalnd all recorded comfortable wins to consolidate their positions in the top four, whilst the Sunday game saw Warners Bay defeat Lake Macquarie.
The top three sides in second division - Terrigal Avoca, Newcastle City and The Entrance Bateau Bay - all recorded wins with Muswellbrook and Warners Bay keeping their finals hopes alive with wins over Nelson Bay and Lake Macquarie respectively.
Maitland defeated Killarney Vale.