State of Origin Brisbane 2015 guide from Hertz Brisbane airport car hire byHertz AU

For the uninitiated, State of Origin is the annual best-of-three series of rugby league matches between New South Wales (Blues) and Queensland (Maroons). It’s perhaps Australia’s biggest sporting rivalry, drawing a huge TV audience and selling out stadiums for games. Players are chosen to represent the state in which they first played a senior rugby league match.

Will the NSW Blues be defeated or will the Maroons triumph? After an amazing 8 year Queensland reign, New South Wales took over the mantle of Origin holders last year and will be eager to hold on to it. Whatever the result, it’s bound to be a nail biter. Join the thousands of fans who will flock to see the next installment of these epic battles in the flesh.

New South Wales and Queensland will play one State of Origin 2015 game each at home with Game 2 going to Melbourne’s MCG. Sydney’s ANZ Stadium will host the first match onWednesday May 27, 2015. Kickoff is at 8pm. Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium will host the final on Wednesday July 8, 2015. For the most passionate State of Origin fans, there are even special sections available that include a Blues or Maroons supporters pack with the ticket.

If you are visiting for State of Origin 2015, the good news is that Suncorp Stadium is just a five minute drive from the city centre with your Brisbane airport car hire, along the M3 or George St. The Suncorp Stadium’s capacity is approximately 52,500, with numerous food and beverage outlets including bars. Otherwise, head offsite for your pick of Australian and international cuisine. Nearby dining hotspots include Spanish joint Peasant, the French / Vietnamese Libertine and seafood restaurant Gambaro. Back toward the city, you will be absolutely spoiled for choice – Japanese and Korean, Greek and Italian, South American and Americana.

Be sure to plan ahead and get in to book your accommodation for State of Origin 2015early. Hotels near Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium include the Gambaro Hotel and the Park Regis North Quay. In the heart of Brisbane you’ll find many more options including hotels such as the Rendezvous, Novotel, Stamford and Hilton, plus many serviced apartments.