It was played at Perry Park in Brisbane, Australia, on 8 October 1978, contested by Brisbane City and Adelaide City.
A draw was held the week before the final to decide the venue, with Perry Park hosting for the second year in a row.
[2] A Barry Kelso strike saw the Brisbane team take the lead in the 28th minute.
Adelaide City soon equalised, with Zoran Matić scoring in the 31st minute.
Frank Pimblett sealed the win for Brisbane City in the 77th minute.