The Cats were forced to scrap from start to finish with only the persistence of local talent Jeremy Bahr and George and Bill Alexander getting them over the line.

Culcairn, who looked a far better side with Adam Eady returning from injury, were best served by Nick Wright and Dane Hallinan.

Rand-Walbundrie-Walla defeated Lockhart by 40 points.

After a tight opening, the Giants broke clear with Daniel, Brian and Oscar Lieschke turning in big performances.

Murray Magpies comfortably accounted for Henty and Jindera had control of Holbrook.