The Diamonds have kept their unbeaten record against South Africa intact, delivering a sparkling performance to bank a commanding 64-53 victory in Bendigo.

The Australians hadn't played an international in almost a year and were wary of the Proteas, who were pipped in the final seconds of their third Test against New Zealand last week.

Towering shooter Elmere van der Berg was one of the stand-outs of that series, with Australian fans set to see plenty more of the 24-year-old, who will play for the Adelaide Thunderbirds next Super Netball season.

That fear was realised in the opening quarter with the world No.5 side holding the world champions to 14-14 at the first break.

But the Diamonds built into the match with Melbourne Vixens premiership shooting duo Sophie Garbin and Kiera Austin

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