In the first week of Group 4 semi finals, Narrabri ended the Bulldogs season.
And Norths ensured Jack Woolaston Oval would host a third straight grand final, as the Bears accounted for Wests.
The Lions having to wait until the second half to get on the scoreboard, through Sean Nean.
A scuffle saw Brock Wadwell and Phil Beaton receive 10 minute spells…
But Scott Blanch’s second half double ensured the two-time defending premiers got up, 36-20.
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