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It’s coming home next State of Origin
“It’s coming home” were the cries of our English friends yesterday as the Euro 2020 Final reminded us of what sport in a region not halted by COVID feels like. It, in fact, did not come home due to Italy’s ice cool penalty shooters. But perhaps 2022 is the year for the Origin to ‘come home’ to NSW, bringing with it the fan opportunities along with the tourism support for our businesses and regions that are currently suffering the effects of harsh lockdowns across the state.
Our beloved Novacastrians have just heard the heavy news that they will no longer host game three of State of Origin this Wednesday. That may not seem like a big deal if you’re not a Rugby League fan, but spare a thought to all those restaurant and café owners, hotels and tourism operators who have just been dealt a heavy hand on such short notice.