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My observations of tonights Aust-NZ RL game (sitting right of screen, level 2 behind goals just inside the sideline):
1. I thought I was in NZ with the number of kiwi fans around me. They were everywhere, and LOUD! Then I remembered my time working in migrant resource centres and realised that we have a massive kiwi population here (Ill leave debate about overstaying visas for another time
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2. The banter was different from an AFL game (where I was sitting anyway). No arguing between supporters, more smart/funny a$$ comments frow kiwis.
3. Very quiet during the game as a whole (last 10 mins aside), particularly early in the game. Seemed to wait for something to happen before the crowd would come to life. I guess it was like a settling in period.
4. Lots of people saying "choice bro"
5. Nice buxom woman in front of me with her hubbie/guy. storm supporters, she turned around a bit during the game and both even contributed to my conversation with a mate. I think she wanted me
6. Would've liked to have seen 6th tackle appear on the screen. However, without it I actually followed and counted the tackles OK. In contrast when I watch at home I need reminding.
7. When Ingles scored that MAGIC try I saw kiwi fans stand up celebrating. i thought they'd jumped ship!
8. No biffo


9. Best part of the night was when anthony callea was announced to sing the aust. national anthem everyone booed.
1. I thought I was in NZ with the number of kiwi fans around me. They were everywhere, and LOUD! Then I remembered my time working in migrant resource centres and realised that we have a massive kiwi population here (Ill leave debate about overstaying visas for another time
2. The banter was different from an AFL game (where I was sitting anyway). No arguing between supporters, more smart/funny a$$ comments frow kiwis.
3. Very quiet during the game as a whole (last 10 mins aside), particularly early in the game. Seemed to wait for something to happen before the crowd would come to life. I guess it was like a settling in period.
4. Lots of people saying "choice bro"
5. Nice buxom woman in front of me with her hubbie/guy. storm supporters, she turned around a bit during the game and both even contributed to my conversation with a mate. I think she wanted me
6. Would've liked to have seen 6th tackle appear on the screen. However, without it I actually followed and counted the tackles OK. In contrast when I watch at home I need reminding.
7. When Ingles scored that MAGIC try I saw kiwi fans stand up celebrating. i thought they'd jumped ship!
8. No biffo
9. Best part of the night was when anthony callea was announced to sing the aust. national anthem everyone booed.

