While you might not be able to make the game in person, the next best thing is rugging up in your state colours and watching the action amongst a sea of blue and maroon on The Lawn at Garden Kitchen & Bar. Pull up a seat and watch each game as it is broadcast live on the massive outdoor screen. When you’re not watching the footy, keep the good vibes flowing and enjoy commentary and giveaways from guest MCs, plus free live entertainment. All that cheering will undoubtedly work up a mean appetite, which you can happily satisfy with a burger-and-beer combo, with the hero chargrilled Angus beef burger (Angus beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, caramelised onion and barbecue sauce in a milk bun) pairing well with beer-battered onion rings and a XXXX Gold schooner. Whether you choose to bring your family or friends, you can secure your very own picnic table ahead of time to ensure you’ve got a prime position to take in the action. The $200 pre-payment for your picnic table can then be used for drinks and delicious bites, but make sure you book ASAP as tables are limited!

Alternatively, if you’re keen to experience the high-energy atmosphere indoors where it’s a little warmer, then scoot over to Sports Bar and enjoy the games live, loud and across multiple large screens. Rally on the Maroons as you dig in to a QLD Burger filled with fried-chicken breast, sriracha mayo, coleslaw and pineapple with XXXX. If you’re feeling fancy, level up the luxury and book a booth with up to ten of your mates. For $950 you’ll get a plush spot to perch for the game alongside a $450 bar tab, two all-star platters loaded with chicken wings, salt-and-pepper calamari, onion rings and chips, and two pizzas. Be quick though, as booths for game one and two have already sold out, and game three will surely book out fast. Regardless of where you choose to watch the Origin, you can bet The Star will keep you happy with plenty of entertainment, prize giveaways, special guests, footy feeds and more.