As we steam towards the finals series of Super Netball 2022, we reflect on the big topics that have emerged over the past couple of weeks.

Why have the Firebirds hit such a form slump? Is the golden era for the Lightning over? Who has secured their ticket to the Commonwealth Games and who has emerged as potential inclusions?

As we celebrate Round 12 as week one of First Nations Round, there are some big matches to play over the weekend. With the top two spots wrapped up and the ladder looking more like a game of snakes and ladders, who will take out 3rd and 4th place remains to be seen; however it will likely go down to the wire.

The Aussie Diamonds are in the UK, ready to battle New Zealand, England and Uganda for the Netball Nations Cup. It's a trophy they've never contested and coach Stacey Marincovich has assembled a World Cup winning squad to claim it.

In what will be an historic moment in international netball, Australia and Uganda will meet for the first time in the sport’s history. We also share interviews with Diamond defender Sunday Aryang and Ugandan star Mary Cholhok.

Robert Irwin is not only the face of a new racy Australian underwear campaign, he’s also a brand new Sunshine Coast Lightning fan. The zookeeper sent the crowd into a frenzy at the Queensland Derby as he delivered the match ball.

In other news, Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard and the Fever are back. Cara Koenen has slotted her first super shot in two years. The Firebirds have been dealt a reality check and the Vixens were smothered by some tough defence.

Plus we unpack the mess unfolding at Netball South Africa as president Cecilia Molokwane faces allegations of corruption and bullying.