Until they can find a way to enjoy kicking penalty goals as much as they like to convert tries, the Reds will not unseat their Canberra brethren as kings of Australia.
Tate McDermott will join an exclusive club this weekend, with the scrum-half set to bring up 100 games for the Queensland Reds.
Another round of Super Rugby Pacific is done, and it means we’ve witnessed another weekend of entertaining rugby which saw several sides stride out and others continue to struggle.
While the Queensland Reds, ACT Brumbies and Western Force have taken strides forwards in recent weeks, the Waratahs received a harsh reality check in Wellington.
The seventh round of Super Rugby Pacific only featured four matches, but wasn't devoid of drama, with Moana Pasifika achieving the greatest win in their short history of struggle.
The ACT Brumbies have moved back inside the Super Rugby Pacific top four, surviving a see-sawing struggle with the Highlanders.
Ending a seven-year losing run against ACT helps NSW fans fall back in love with their improving team.