New Zealand has won the Fast5 Netball World Series title in Melbourne, claiming the gold medal for the seventh time.
New Zealand Silver Ferns win 2018 Fast Five title. Photo: PHOTOSPORT
The Kiwis beat Jamaica in a thrilling 34-33 decider, after going down to them earlier in the day by one point.
Australia defeated Malawi for the second time in the tournament to claim third place.
For New Zealand, who have struggled at times this year in the game's full format, it was a boost to snare a title.
"This win is a really nice way to end our journey for this year, especially moving forward with momentum into next season and the World Cup," New Zealand captain Sulu Fitzpatrick said.
"With adversity comes growth and change, so we're really proud of what we did this weekend."
Silver Ferns Bailey Mes at World Fast Five 2018 Photo: PHOTOSPORT
For Jamaica, it marked consecutive years finishing second after last year's runner-up place to England.
"I'm so proud of the girls and what they did out there. They played their hearts out and we were just unlucky to unfortunately go down by that one point," captain Romelda Aitken said.
AAP