The End of an Era: What a Single Loss Reveals About North Melbourne's Dominance The kangaroo is often seen as a symbol of resilience and perseverance, but even these qualities couldn't shield North Melbourne from defeat on Saturday afternoon.
Their 32 game winning streak, a record that had stood since the inception of the V/AFL and AFLW competitions, came to an abrupt end with a shocking 7 point loss to Hawthorn in Cairns.
The Kangaroos' consistent excellence had made them the team against which others measured themselves, creating a high bar for success.