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Vixens book finals spot as McKinnis signs off in style

Vixens fans have enjoyed watching Simone McKinnis coach a win in her final home game in charge. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

The Melbourne Vixens have given long-time coach Simone McKinnis a parting gift by booking a spot in the Super Netball finals with a tense 64-62 win over the Queensland Firebirds.

The Vixens (8-5) climbed into third place at John Cain Arena on Sunday, leapfrogging both Adelaide and Sunshine Coast (both 7-6), who meet in the last round of the regular season.

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