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Newcastle to host Ampol State of Origin III
Newcastle will host Game III of the Ampol State of Origin series for the first time in Origin history after the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) approved the relocation of the game from Stadium Australia.
Thanks to approval from the NSW Government, and support through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW, the July 14 match will be played in front of up to 20,000 fans or 75 per cent of seated capacity.
Fans located in Greater Sydney, including the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour will not be permitted to purchase tickets.
Penrith City Council has received DA approval for the adaptive reuse of the Police Cottage at Emu Plains, which will become a vibrant dining destination once completed.
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The New South Wales government has struck a deal with the AFL confirming the Queen's birthday clash between Collingwood and Melbourne will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
The match is traditionally held at the MCG but was relocated after Melbourne's lockdown extension.
Minister for Tourism Stuart Ayres described Sydney as the "perfect backdrop" and COVID safety measures will be in place for the June 14 game.
Some of the state's most significant public assets will be transformed into iconic tourism destinations under a historic agreement with Destination NSW.