WHERE TO WATCH
IT’S no secret Townsville is passionate about its footy, and there are few games more exciting than the first State of Origin of the series.
Origin kicks off at 8pm tonight, and there are plenty of venues around the city that will have all your State v State, Mate v Mate needs covered.
Cowboys Leagues Club, 313- 335 Flinders St The atmosphere is sure to be elec- tric with all the action live on the club’s 84” TVs for all three games of the series. There are stacks of promotions, prizes to win and specials during the game plus free nibbles at halftime in the Next Lounge Bar and Sidelines Sports Bar so you won’t miss a minute. The Brewery, 252 Flinders St The Brewery will have all your Origin needs covered with the game live on the big screen, a “Steak of Origin” special and drink specials galore.
All are welcome to join in the action, and a lucky door prize will be drawn every time Queensland scores a try.
Brothers Leagues Club, 14 Golf Links Dr
Cheer on our local boys right next door to Townsville’s breeding ground for Origin greats.
Brothers are hosting Sports Bar Specials with a kilo of wings or a bowl of nachos with a drink for just $ 15, with more promotions at the bar. The Taphouse, 373 Flinders St Catch the game on the Taphouse’s massive projector screen in the heart of City Lane.
The Taphouse is also hosting some great food and drink specials with one of the city’s most unique ranges of craft beers to try. The Ville, Sir Leslie Thiess Dr Claiming to have the highest definition broadcast in town, there will be plenty of atmosphere at The Ville’s Quarterdeck for the game.
All the action will be live on a 114” custom- built screen over the balcony, so bring your friends and support your side. Kirwan Tavern, 154 Thuringowa Dr The Kirwan “Home of Origin” Tavern is the place to be for the whole family, with all- you- can- eat for all ages in the Bistro and free pizza at halftime.
Plus, get your supporters gear on and enter the Kirwan Tavern’s “Show Your True Colours” competition – every time your team scores there are prizes on offer, and go into the draw to win a jersey at the end of the game.