Whatever it takes.
It was the mantra of the Wallaroos heading into this contest and it was needed to come away with the 14-12 victory over Scotland.
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Lori Cramer and Ashley Marsters proved heroes in a tense encounter as the Wallaroos fought back from 12-0 down thanks to an inspired forwards display.
After seven straight defeats, several in similar performances, the win was crucial to their knock-out chances.
So what did we learn from the victory?
1.All heart
The Wallaroos showed incredible resolve to defy a tough start and get the job done.
Entering as clear favourites, the forward pack was dominant but they struggled to string consistent attacks together and found themselves down 12 points at the break off the back of a dominant Scottish rolling maul.
The ability to remain patient with their World Cup hopes on the line proved critical. Leaders such as Grace Hamilton and Iliseva Batibasaga produced some of their best performances in the gold jersey and truly stepped up when it counted
It's a characteristic that has been missing in clutch periods throughout 2022, but it's ultimately what got the Wallaroos home in thrilling fashion.
2. K-train leaves the station
Eva Karpani lived up to the glimpses we've seen in the past, propelling Australia back into the game.
Her break just before the half flipped momentum, leaving Scottish fullback Chloe Rollie in her wake and clutching at her shoulder as she charged clear.
This was backed up almost immediately in the second half with another strong carry to put the Wallaroos on the attack, a more than-deserving player of the match
She was supported well by fellow front-rower Liz Patu and Ashley Marsters off the bench, constantly winning the collision battle.
3. Redemption
No one deserves their moment of redemption more than Lori Cramer, with her 74th-minute kick the difference in an incredible victory.
Cramer missed a relatively simple chance for her standards against Japan back in May, left distraught by the moment.
Recalled into the starting side, the fullback’s self-confessed ‘random’ style of play proved tough for Scotland to stop as she bumped off defenders with some brutal runs to go with some nice kicks in behind.
The Waratahs fullback also produced the tackle of the tournament to stop a certain try to Rhona Lloyd, ensuring the margin was in reach by the time they had the wind at their backs
The two difficult conversions in blustery conditions ultimately proved key to the result and guided Australia home.
4. Lineout worries
The Wallaroos got a taste of what Six Nations football is like. It went down as well as Haggs in the first half.
Scotland built pressure with the wind at the back, camping inside the 22 and playing that nine-player game as they kept it tight.
It wasn’t a case of a forward pack being overpowered across the park, the Wallaroos still had the dominant scrum and were generally winning the contact battle during this period.
However, when it came to lineout time, they were unable to stop them as Scotland scored twice, including a penalty try.
With a date with Wales on the horizon, it remains the key work-on for Tregonning and the Wallaroos.
5. Counting the cost
Jay Tregonning will have to go back to the drawing board with a number of key players in doubt for Wales.
Flyhalf Arabella McKenzie went down in agony with a knee injury, showing incredible determination to fight on and prove difference-maker
The crunching tackle in the 30th minute left her in considerable pain, a fresh knock on the knee not already heavily strapped.
The 23-year-old gutted it out and rallied when her team needed her, throwing the key ball to set up Terita and earning the game-winning turnover.
The sight of captain Shannon Parry with ice on her foot is another concern, but Tregonning sought to alleviate fears after the game, confirming it was a pre-existing injury that they will look to manage.
Red cards to Adiana Talakai and Ashley Marsters deplete the hooking stocks, likely leading to a debut for Tania Naden
