Versatile North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney's second-half switch from defence to midfield enabled the Kangaroos to absorb a stiff early challenge from Port Adelaide and secure a 25-point AFLW win at Alberton Oval.
Jasmine Garner (28 disposals, two goals) was typically brilliant for the Roos, who were negated early on Saturday before gradually working their way into a position of command and ultimately a 7.12 (54) to 4.5 (29) victory which moved them to 5-3.
