News World champions Australia completely overpowered their continental neighbours in the early minutes of the second half to take gold at the Deodoro Stadium, winning 24-17 The All Blacks could not match the women in yellow for aggression, strength or speed The Aussies had only a slight lead at the break but never looked like relinquishing it Ellia Green's try a few minutes into the second half was the one that killed the game off, though Charlotte Caslick soon followed, taking them 17 points clear Kayla McAlister impressed with two tries, although it wasn't enough (Photo: Getty Images/Jamie Squire) A late surging try from Portia Woodman made the score respectable again for the All Blacks It also showed them what could have been if only they were more direct in attack Australian rugby has been going through somewhat of a drought recently Here’s something for them to finally smile about Rugby sevens has made its Olympic debut at Rio 2016 and familiar foes Australia and New Zealand battled it out in the women's final on day three Photo: (Getty Images/Jamie Squire) Ellia Green got Australia off to a great start by scoring one of her team's four tries against the All Blacks at the Deodoro Stadium Photo: (Getty Images/Jamie Squire) The Aussies proved too strong for their Kiwi neighbours, running out 24-17 winners which sparked jubilant onpitch celebrations Photo: (Getty Images/Jamie Squire) Earlier on day three at Rio 2016, Canada and Great Britain contested the bronze medal match - Bianca Farella is seen here tackling Amy Wilson Hardy Photo: (Getty Images/David Rogers) Kelly Russell was one of three try scorers as Canada romped to 33-10 victory and the bronze medal against their British rivals Photo: (Getty Images/Jamie Squire) Gold medallists Australia, silver medallists New Zealand, and bronze medallists Canada display the Olympic spirit by coming together for a photo after the medal ceremony Photo: (Getty Images/Jamie Squire)