It's been a disappointing finish to the Rose Bowl one-day international for the White Ferns.
Australia chased down the 271 run target in Mount Maunganui with five wickets and four balls to spare.
Captain Meg Lanning led the victory for the Southern Stars with an unbeaten 104.
The result sees Australia retain the Rose Bowl, with a 2-1 series win.
Earlier the White Ferns posted 270 for nine.
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