Absorbing early pressure, the Southern Steel have consolidated their spot at the top of the ANZ Premiership with a convincing 13-goal win over Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic.

Defending champions the Tactix were forced to dig deep to maintain their unbeaten status after claiming a seven-goal thriller over the Magic in Hamilton.

Experienced defender Michaela Sokolich-Beatson returns as Ferns captain for the Fast5 Netball World Series.

The Silver Ferns dealt a blow heading into series against England, with defender Phoenix Karaka ruled out.