It’s that time of year again, when Australia’s biggest rivalry, the Blues and the Maroons, collide in the first game of the State of Origin series.
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After finally winning the series after an eight year drought the NSW Blues are looking to show the QLD Maroons that last year wasn’t a fluke, that they too can hold on to the Shield.
If you’re keen to get out of the house and want to watch the mighty Blues destroy the Maroons in a fun atmosphere, then why not support the Blues (or the Maroons if they are your team) at one of our great local venues?
Here’s a list that we comprised of the best places to watch the game.
Royal Willows Hotel, Pambula
Willows is going all out for Origin game one. They are decorating the place with blue streamers and balloons, they will have all the fires going and all TVs will be showing the game. On top of this they will also be giving out a $25 gift voucher for the best dressed blues fan as well as a $50 gift voucher for whoever has the closest guess as to the final score.
“We are just trying to build a really good atmosphere,” Willows owner Kel Stolzy said. “If someone has come in with dyed blue hair or has just gone to a bit of trouble to be involved in the evening then they will win the best dressed.
“We just want to create a nice family atmosphere so everyone can come down and really enjoy the game and of course barrack for the blues.”
Willows will also be providing free hot bar snacks which will consist of “party food and whatever the chef can rustle up.”
Merimbula RSL
Merimbula RSL will be playing the game on their big screens and will have three NSW hoodies to give away. Simply turn up to the RSL to watch the game and buy a VB and you will be in the running to win the highly sought after jumpers. The winners will be drawn at halftime so get down there early and remember, you gotta be in it to win it.
Club Sapphire, Merimbula
If you’re sick of the standard flat screen TV and you want to watch the game on something bigger, than Club Sapphire is the place for you. They will be showing the game on the giant cinema sized screen inside the Club Sapphire auditorium. Not only will the game be shown bigger than life size but Club Sapphire will also be providing a chef's selection of delicious finger food for free for all those watching the game. Half time’s never tasted so good.
Top Pub, Pambula
The Top Pub in Pambula will also be showing the game on their big screen and they are inviting everyone to get out and make a night of it. They will be offering their Wednesday night Lamb Shank Special, $12 for one or $15 so they are encouraging everyone to come have a lamb shank and then kick back and enjoy the game.
Lakeview Hotel, Merimbula
If you’re after a no fuss, casual game experience with good beer and a great view then the Merimbula’s Lakeview Hotel is the place to go. They will be showing the games on their flat screen TVs so bring your friends, grab some food and enjoy the game.
