In 1981 , the Australians won the America 's Cup , the first year this competition was held .
During the late 1970s and early 1980s , Australia and New Zealand were both leading women 's field hockey nations that were competitive with their European counterparts .
In 1981 , the Australia won the America 's Cup , the first year this competition was held .
During the late 1970s and early 1980s , Australia and New Zealand were both leading women 's field hockey nations that were competitive with their European counterparts .