Special magazine shines light on rich State of Origin history
Celebrate State of Origin’s history
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LEAGUE: State of Origin – Australian sport’s greatest rivalry – has delivered incredible moments and unforgettable characters over the past 40 years.
But do you know which revered Queensland great Wally Lewis stitched up on the Maroons team bus? And which NSW Blues’ mum took to the field to wipe her son’s bloody forehead?
The 40 Years of State of Origin gloss magazine is a must for sport lovers leading into this year’s milestone series in November.
The 68-page souvenir special is a celebration of Origin’s incredible four decades – the great moments, the characters, the fights and the funnies. The greatest Queensland and NSW teams of all-time and all the stats from all the games.
It is on sale in participating newsagents and supermarkets from this Saturday, October 3, for just $4.95 when you buy a copy of The Chronicle.
Collect your token inside Saturday’s paper.
Originally published as Special magazine shines light on rich State of Origin history
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