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It’s one of sport’s biggest rivalries and in 2013, State of Origin returns to the spiritual home of the NSW Blues - ANZ Stadium - for two cracking games.
Rookie Blues coach Laurie Daley will look to start the series on a winning note at ANZ Stadium Wednesday 5 June, with Queensland having won the last four Origin openers.
Blatchy’s Blues will again be out in force turning ANZ Stadium into a blue cauldron as NSW look to prevent a seventh consecutive Queensland series win.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/EventCalendar/EventDetails.aspx?EventContentId=8b662e2a-04e0-45fa-a937-e14e340c87d7
31 MAY - Bulldogs vs Dragons at ANZ Stadium
01 JUN - Rabbitohs vs Knights at ANZ Stadium
02 JUN - Swifts vs Thunderbirds at Allphones Arena
05 JUN - State of Origin Game 1 at ANZ Stadium
05 JUN - XXXX Gold Maroon Crusade at Allphones Arena
18 JUN - 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifier - QANTAS Socceroos vs Iraq at ANZ Stadium
21 JUN - Bulldogs vs Roosters at ANZ Stadium
22 JUN - International Ice Hockey - Canada vs USA Ice at ANZ Stadium
23 JUN - Eels vs Rabbitohs at ANZ Stadium
28 JUN - Rabbitohs vs Raiders at ANZ Stadium
06 JUL - QANTAS Wallabies vs British & Irish Lions at ANZ Stadium
06 JUL - Bankstown Bites Food Festival
10 JUL - Disney on Ice - Princesses and Heroes at Allphones Arena
13 JUL - HSBC Waratahs vs QLD Reds at ANZ Stadium
14 JUL - Bulldogs vs Storm at ANZ Stadium
14 JUL - Romeo and Juliet at Riverside Theatre
17 JUL - State of Origin Game 3 at ANZ Stadium
20 JUL - A-League All Stars vs Manchester Unites at ANZ Stadium
20 JUL - PBR Australian Cup Series At Allphones Arena
22 JUL - Rabbitohs vs Dragons at ANZ Stadium
26 JUL - Bulldogs vs Eels at ANZ Stadium
26 JUL - Best of the Best Reunion At Allphones Arena
26 JUL - Hairspray at Riverside Theatre
27 JUL - WWE Raw at Allphones Arena - World Tour
07 AUG - Chand Raat Eid Festival at Homebush
10 AUG - Swans vs Collingwood at ANZ Stadium
17 AUG - 2013 Bledisloe Cup - QANTAS Wallabies vs All Blacks at ANZ Stadium
03 OCT - Rhianna - Diamonds World Tour - at Allphones Arena
16 OCT - Andre Rieu at Allphones Arena
31/05/2013
Bulldogs vs Dragons at ANZ Stadium
Round 12 sees the Bulldogs and Dragons go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Friday 31st May.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
01/06/2013
Rabbitohs vs Knights at ANZ Stadium
Round 12 sees the Rabbitohs and Knights go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Saturday 1st June 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
02/06/2013
Swifts vs Thunderbirds at Allphones Arena
The NSW Swifts are taking fans to Allphones Arena for their clash against traditional rivals, the Adelaide Thunderbirds, on Sunday 2 June for a huge day of fast-paced netball, amazing activities and family fun.
The Allphones Arena match is always a highlight of the ANZ Championships season, playing the match in what will be the home of the 2015 Sydney World Championships.
It is a full day of entertainment with plenty of action happening off the court as well, with fun-filled activities, a Swifts Styling Station and special Members events and of course Sporty Swift revving up the crowd!
Why not make a family weekend of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/NSW%20Swifts%20v%20Adelaide%20Thunderbirds.aspx
Group Ticketing is available and welcomed for this event - if you have a group of 20 or more, please contact the Group Ticketing Hotline on 1300 364 001 to purchase your tickets.
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05/06/2013
State of Origin Game 1 at ANZ Stadium
It’s one of sport’s biggest rivalries and in 2013, State of Origin returns to the spiritual home of the NSW Blues - ANZ Stadium - for two cracking games.
Rookie Blues coach Laurie Daley will look to start the series on a winning note at ANZ Stadium Wednesday 5 June, with Queensland having won the last four Origin openers.
Blatchy’s Blues will again be out in force turning ANZ Stadium into a blue cauldron as NSW look to prevent a seventh consecutive Queensland series win.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/EventCalendar/EventDetails.aspx?EventContentId=8b662e2a-04e0-45fa-a937-e14e340c87d7
05/06/2013
XXXX Gold Maroon Crusade at Allphones Arena
XXXX Gold & Maroon Crusade is proud to present the Maroon Crusaders' Queensland Central State of Origin pre-game party. The all-ages event will be hosted by former NRL great and Queensland FOGS Gary Belcher, with live entertainment, player appearances, giveaways, and a Maroons highlight reel playing throughout the night.
Prepare to cheer Queensland on to 8 in a row and purchase your tickets today by clicking here.
A donation will be made to FOGS' Charities Fund from any proceeds made on the night.
Why not make a night or weekend of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
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18/06/2013
2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifier - QANTAS Socceroos vs Iraq at ANZ Stadium
Australia will tackle Iraq in their final qualification match for the 2014 World Cup on Tuesday 18 June at ANZ Stadium.
They will now face Iraq in a bid to qualify for their third successive World Cup finals and will be full of confidence given the Socceroos haven't been beaten on home soil since March 2009.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/EventCalendar/EventDetails.aspx?EventContentId=c4e9df4e-85d5-48ee-aa9a-75f666cb2196
21/06/2013
Bulldogs vs Roosters at ANZ Stadium
Round 15 sees the Bulldogs and Roosters go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Friday 21st June 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
22/06/2013
International Ice Hockey - Canada vs USA Ice at ANZ Stadium
Australia is gearing up to host USA and Canada in an exhibition ice hockey series on the 22nd June 2013. The teams which are to be compiled of players from professional North American leagues, will showcase the infamous rivalry of the two nations in Australia’s biggest and best sporting arenas.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/International%20Ice%20Hockey.aspx
23/06/2013
Eels vs Rabbitohs at ANZ Stadium
Round 15 sees the Eels and Rabbitohs go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Sunday 23rd June 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
28/06/2013
Rabbitohs vs Raiders at ANZ Stadium
Round 16 sees the Rabbitohs and Raiders go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Friday 28th June 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
06/07/2013
QANTAS Wallabies vs British & Irish Lions at ANZ Stadium
IT’S the rugby event of 2013 - the highly-anticipated third and final British & Irish Lions Test at ANZ Stadium on Saturday 6 July, 2013.
Drawn from the best players in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, the Lions are one of sport’s most celebrated international teams and are expected to have the support of up to 40,000 travelling British and Irish Rugby fans.
06/07/2013
Bankstown Bites Food Festival
Not your average food festival, Bankstown Bites is on Saturday 6th July and celebrates the area's rich culinary diversity with the event showcasing a mix of gourmet food stalls, cooking demonstrations, celebrity chefs, live entertainment, children's activities and rides.
Now in its eighth year, Bankstown Bites Food Festival also offers the chance for food lovers to discover the flavours of the city by taking one of the many Discovery Food Tours conducted on the day. A world tour for tastebuds from Europe to the Middle East and Asia, there is a food tour to tempt everyone!
The Bankstown Arts Centre will also be open to the public for the day. See demonstrations by local artists, take part in workshops or peruse the craft stalls and pick up that something special.
Check the Bankstown Bites website for regular updates about the event. http://www.bankstown.nsw.gov.au/CivicAlerts.aspx?CID=13
10am - 4pm
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10/07/2013 - 14/07/2013
Disney on Ice - Princesses and Heroes at Allphones Arena
Prepare to be wowed as you enter a world of wonder where heroes and hearts prevail on the 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th of July.
Join Ariel as she yearns to explore the world above the waves, see Prince Philip defeat the evil Maleficent to rescue Sleeping Beauty's Aurora. Witness high flying jumps, daring acrobatics and breathtaking skating as you discover a whole new world with Jasmine and Aladdin and watch in awe as the dreams of Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Rapunzel and Tiana all come true.
Why not make a family weekend of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/Disney%20On%20Ice.aspx
13/07/2013
HSBC Waratahs vs QLD Reds at ANZ Stadium
Round 20 sees the HSBC Waratahs go up against the QLD Reds at ANZ Stadium on Saturday 13th July 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
14/07/2013
Bulldogs vs Storm at ANZ Stadium
Round 18 sees the Bulldogs and Storm go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Sunday 14th July 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
14/07/2013
Romeo and Juliet at Riverside Theatre
In support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation's Research Program, Thillai Nadanalaya Dance School proudly presents “Kundhavi Kavyam,” a spectacular classical Indian dance-drama inspired by Shakespeare’s“Romeo & Juliet."
Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” will be performed with an exotic cultural twist through the classical Indian Bharatanatyam dance form. All are welcomed for an evening filled with music, dance, colour and traditional Indian culture.
To find out more or to book tickets simply visit:
http://riversideparramatta.com.au/show/romeo-juliet/
Why pay Parramatta prices for accomodation? Stay at Rydges Bankstown, only 20
minutes from the Riverside Theatre!
17/07/2013
State of Origin Game 3 at ANZ Stadium
The NSW Blues will look to end a seven year Origin drought when they take on Queensland in Game III on Wednesday 17 July at ANZ Stadium.
The Blues fell agonisingly short in last year’s decider but will be buoyed by the fact that 2013’s game III is in Sydney and they will have a parochial NSW crowd at their back.
Rookie Blues coach Larie Daley will look to do what Craig Bellamy and Ricky Stuart failed to do before him – lift the coveted Origin shield.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/EventCalendar/EventDetails.aspx?EventContentId=8b662e2a-04e0-45fa-a937-e14e340c87d7
20/07/2013
A-League All Stars vs Manchester Unites at ANZ Stadium
It’s one of the biggest football matches Australia has ever seen - the world’s biggest football team, Manchester United, will play an A-League All Stars team at ANZ Stadium, Saturday 20 July.
The third phase of tickets will be released in April. To register on the FFA waitlist, click here. If you are to be successful on the waitlist, you will receive an email advising of your right to purchase.
It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the English Premier League superstars against the Hyundai A-League’s big names.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
20/07/2013
PBR Australian Cup Series At Allphones Arena
Buckle up Sydney, the Professional Bull Riders are coming to Allphones Arena for the annual PBR National Finals.
See 16 of Australia's best bull riders & 6 overseas competitors take on 52 of the fiercest, one-tonne, bucking bulls on the planet in a night of pure, adrenalin-pumping action & entertainment for the whole family.
The 2013 PBR Australian Cup Series features three Saturday night spectaculars in July in Newcastle, Brisbane and Sydney. Don’t miss out on this unique, action-packed experience.
Why not make a night of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/PBR%20Australian%20Cup%20Series.aspx
22/07/2013
Rabbitohs vs Dragons at ANZ Stadium
Round 19 sees the Rabbitohs and Dragons go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Monday 22nd July 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
26/07/2013
Bulldogs vs Eels at ANZ Stadium
Round 20 sees the Rabbitohs and Dragons go head to head in a game at ANZ Stadium on Friday 26th July 2013.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
26/07/2013
Best of the Best Reunion At Allphones Arena
BEST OF THE BEST REUNION an action packed show reuniting the best of the best athletes in motor cross.
The industries biggest names in the sport such as CLIFFORD ADOPTANTE "The Flying Hawaiian" JEREMY "TWITCH" STENBERG multiple X Games Gold champion, DAYNE KINNAIRD "The Combo King", MIKE METZGER "THE GODFATHER", and TOMMY "TOMCAT" CLOWERS are coming down under. It’s an action packed show reuniting the best and one not to be mist with the opportunity to meet the guys at the autograph signing after the show. Also attending will be MAD MIKE JONES, "COW BOY" KENNY BARTRAM, LUKE UREK, DRAKE MCELROY and COLLIN MORRISON plus more. BUBBA and SETH ENSLOW will also be appearing with SETH ENSLOW performing a live acoustic guitar solo tribute in memory to our fallen heroes in the sport Ego Sato, Calob Moore, Jeremy Lusk, Mike Cinqmars, Tyron Gilks & Jono Porter.
Why not make a night of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
26/07/2013 - 10/08/2013
Hairspray at Riverside Theatre
Winning over 30 major awards worldwide and acclaimed as ‘the musical with everything’, the whole family will love the Riverside Theatre's production of Hairspray!
Hairspray stars Australian entertainment legend Jon English in the role of Edna Turnblad. Jon has starred in musicals, drama and comedy, released 15 albums, written musicals and scores for film and television, as well as touring internationally with his band. His career highlights include playing Judas in the original production of Jesus Christ Superstar, his Logie Award-winning performance as Jonathon Garret in the television mini-series Against the Wind (for which he also wrote and performed the series theme song, ‘Six Ribbons’), playing Pirate King in the Pirates Of Penzance, and the lead role of Bobby Rovers in the hit television comedy series Altogether Now.
The show also sees Helpmann Award nominated performer Wayne Scott Kermond (Singin’ In The Rain, Hot Shoe Shuffle) return to Packemin in the role of Wilbur Turnblad following his starring role as Fagin in Oliver! CLE MORGAN (Hairspray, Australian Idol) reprises her performance as Motormouth Maybelle from the recent national tour of Hairspray, and talented newcomer Jessica Rookeward plays the loveable Tracy Turnblad.
With all that musical talent and high hair, Hairspray is set to be a musical experience not to be missed!
Why pay Parramatta prices? The Riverside Theatre is only 20 minutes away so why not make a night of it and stay at Rydges Bankstown!
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27/07/2013
WWE Raw at Allphones Arena - World Tour
Fans will be able to see all their favorite WWE Superstars and Divas including John Cena®, CM Punk™, Ryback™, Rey Mysterio®,TheMiz™, DolphZiggler™, Kofi Kingston™,ZackRyder™, Eve™, R-Truth™, AJ™ and many more.
Why not make a night or weekend of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/International%20Ice%20Hockey.aspx
07/08/2013
Chand Raat Eid Festival at Homebush
Celebrating 15th year and receiving incredible popularity, Chand Raat Eid Festival (CREF) is now proudly expanding event from Sydney to Melbourne. CREF 2013 will be organized in Sydney and Melbourne.
CREF is the biggest multicultural event of its kind that has gained over 15,000 visitors in (CREF) 2012 with 150 local & international exhibitors from major to small business operators and professionals. It has received remarkable popularity in families, youth and people of different ethnic backgrounds.
The ‘Chand Raat Eid Festival’ is a traditional festivity marks the end of fasting month of Islamic Calendar (Ramadan) and the start of Islamic annual festivity (Eid ul Fitr). ‘Chand Raat’ means ‘night of the moon‘; that makes it a unique evening event of its kind. It is open for everyone without any religious or cultural boundaries.
Why not make the most of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Sydney Olympic Park.
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10/08/2013
Swans vs Collingwood at ANZ Stadium
Round 20 of the AFL will see the Swans and Collingwood play out a game at ANZ Stadium on Saturday 10th August.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
17/08/2013
2013 Bledisloe Cup - QANTAS Wallabies vs All Blacks at ANZ Stadium
It's Australia v New Zealand sporting rivalry at its best, watch the QANTAS Wallabies and All Blacks battle it out at ANZ Stadium on Saturday 17th August.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.anzstadium.com.au/Events/Event_Calendar.aspx
03/10/2013 - 04/10/2013
Rhianna - Diamonds World Tour - at Allphones Arena
Worldwide superstar Rihanna is bringing her DIAMONDS WORLD TOUR to Sydney on Thursday 3 October, 2013. Rihanna has dominated global charts with “Diamonds,” the fastest-rising single of her career to date and first single to be release from UNAPOLOGETIC her 7th studio album for Island Def Jam in just seven years.
Why not make a night or weekend of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/Rihanna.aspx
16/10/2013
Andre Rieu at Allphones Arena
Violin master André Rieu, one of the best-selling live acts in the world, is delighted to announce he is returning to Sydney with a brand new show in October 2013. Called “And The Waltz Goes On Tour”, the tour is named after his successful album on which he collaborated with Sir Anthony Hopkins. As always, the maestro and his orchestra will perform beautiful waltzes on this tour, but the concerts are much more than that.
From famous Viennese operettas to film scores, spirituals to musicals, and from folk songs to marches; Rieu's concerts are a perfect mix of thrilling, romantic, festive and emotional melodies combined with surprises, balloons, beautiful soloists and of course Rieu's great sense of humour.
Why not make a family weekend of it and stay with us at Rydges Bankstown! Only 20 minutes from Allphones Arena.
For more information or to purchase tickets please head to http://www.allphonesarena.com.au/Event_Calendar/Andre%20Rieu.aspx
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