Former Silver Fern Cat Tuivaiti believes tonight's Constellation Cup netball opener between New Zealand and Australia in Melbourne will be the toughest test for the visitors

The series comes amid the ongoing saga involving coach Dame Noeline Taurua, who remains sidelined after failed mediations with Netball New Zealand over the high performance space.

Tuivaiti says the Silver Ferns' mental resilience will be challenged.



First centre pass is set for half past 9 - live commentary on Gold Sport and iHeartRadio.

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