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Top bars and pubs to catch the State of Origin clash


When the Blues and Marones butt heads, these joints will be the top spots for taking in all the live action. Grab a group of mates and check out yourBars' top venues for watching the State of Origin!

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Angel
Sydney
Decked out in vibrant art deco-style furnishings, this cute CBD pub will be airing the game in 3D - but places are limited!

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Wallaby Bar
Darling Harbour
Yes, this bar and nightclub loves its rugby union. Punters will be cheering on the Blues in their dynamic droves at this well-equipped establishment.

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Coogee Bay Hotel
Coogee
There's no escaping the giant screens airing all the Origin action at this uber-popular beachside venue.

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One World Sport
Parramatta
This Parramatta haunt is a sport mecca. With cheap drinks, state-of-the-art facilities and a serious party vibe, you know this joint will be alive and jumping come game day.

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Clovelly Hotel
Clovelly
This sleek pub takes its footy coverage seriously, especially since many of its patrons are professional rugby players! Order a round of beers and kick back for some live action.

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The Oaks Hotel
Neutral Bay
This Sydney hotel was once voted the best place to watch the game. Cook yourself a steak and settle around the telly for the big clash.

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Criterion Tavern
Brisbane
Find a spot in the courtyard in front of the 60-inch telly or book yourself an area inside and join many a marone shirt as they cheer on their team.

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Exchange Hotel
Brisbane
Watch the games in style at this sophisticated spot - on an impressive three-storey-high big screen no less - with live audio throughout the event. There'll also be top meal specials on the big day, including $12 steaks.

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Embassy Hotel
Brisbane
With several giant screens and great pick of draft beers, what more could you want?

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The Clock Hotel
Surfers Paradise
Cheap pub-style meals and multiple plasma tellies to catch the game on make this popular Surfers Paradise hotel a smashing contender. Look forward to great Origin specials, such as $10 pizzas and $10 New jugs.

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Jubilee Hotel
Fortitude Valley
Boasting a staggering six stylish bars, including a beaut beer garden, and decked out in classic sporting memorabilia, this Fortitude Valley darling will be buzzing during the big rugby clash.