The Tweed Shire community is invited to come together this Sunday evening for a free, family-friendly event marking the countdown to NRL State of Origin Game 1, as the iconic Norfolk Pine at Rowan Robinson Park is switched to NSW Blues blue.
Organisers say, “Former NSW Blues and Manly Sea Eagles prop Brent Kite will perform the switch-on ceremony at 5:45pm on Sunday 24 May, just days before the Blues take the field for Game 1 at Accor Stadium, Sydney on Wednesday 27 May”.
“The event, organised by Business Kingscliff in partnership with Tweed Shire Council, will bring together the Tweed Shire community, with players, juniors and families all welcome.
James Owen, President of Business Kingscliff and Tweed Shire Councillor, said:
Focal point for our community
“The Norfolk Pine has become a genuine focal point for our community since the lights were installed in April, and this is exactly the kind of moment we imagined when we set out on that project. Turning it blue for State of Origin – with a local legend like Brent Kite here to do the honours – is a great way to bring the community together. It’s free, it’s fun, and everyone’s welcome. Go the Blues!”
“The permanent decorative lighting on the Norfolk Pine – installed in April 2026 as part of a Business Kingscliff community initiative supported by Tweed Shire Council – has already been used to mark ANZAC Day, with a growing calendar of community activations planned throughout the year.
“The whole Tweed Shire community is welcome to attend – players, juniors, families and supporters alike”.
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