They were pushed, but Hamilton has held onto top spot in Newcastle and Hunter Rugby.
There were also wins for Beaches and Waratahs, Lake Macquarie won in a high-scoring battle, while the Two Blues held out Maitland.
Former Maitland Black turned Wanderer Two Blue, Josh McCormack, had a point to prove, coming up against his old team mates for the first time.
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