WHAT
RUGBY LEAGUE LIKE YOUR PARENTS WATCHED IT
WHERE
HENSON PARK, MARRICKVILLE
WHEN
NEXT GAME SAT AUG 9, KICKOFF 3PM - SEE HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
HOW MUCH
$8 ENTRY
Before the hulking vastness of the stadium, before drinks began costing an hour's wages, before big screens and replays and endless advertising; rugby league took place on local grounds. Here people watched the game like it should be watched: sprawled on the grass, a beer in hand, soaking in the sun, and close enough to hear the smack of man against man.
Fortunately, this experience hasn't disappeared completely. Every other Saturday afternoon, the Newtown Jets take to the hallowed field of Henson Park. From the sun-soaked hill to the old grandstand, from the dogs playing to the meat raffle, from the tea ladies to the sausage sizzle; an afternoon of rugby league at Henson Park is an undeniable pleasure. Modern life seems so unnecessarily complicated afterwards.
Ambience: Outdoor
Difficulty: Won't hurt a bit
Keywords: Sport, Rugby, Henson Park
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