Wednesday 28 May 2025
12:00pm-3:00pm
Sofitel Brisbane Central, 249 Turbot Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
This event is now SOLD OUT.
The FAAA Brisbane Metro Community Committee are excited to invite you to the highly anticipated annual sell out event, our 2025 FAAA Brisbane Metro Community State of Origin Lunch on Game I of the series!
Join us on Wednesday 28 May, returning back to the Sofitel Brisbane Central, to hear from our lineup of VIP guest speakers.
Held annually, this high-profile networking event will see proceeds generated from fundraising activities on the day go towards ConnECTers Australia.
ConnECTers Australia was founded by Kayleen Doyle, after her husband was diagnosed with probable CTE and associated dementia in 2021 at only 49 years old. Their mission is to promote Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Support and awareness, prevention and clinical research; and support individuals and their families living with CTE in achieving better health and life outcomes whilst receiving the care, support and resources they need to thrive. Alongside their vision for a future where CTE is better understood and the risks of developing the condition are lower.
To avoid disappointment, purchase your tickets now as this event will sell out quickly!
Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin
Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin, a distinguished figure in Australian rugby league, has left an indelible mark as a player, captain, coach, and media personality. Renowned as a Queensland and Manly legend, he proudly represented the state from 1982 to 1990, later serving as coach from 1995 to 1997.
Allan ‘Alfie’ Langer AM
Allan ‘Alfie’ Langer AM is an Australian former multi-award-winning rugby league footballer, playing during the 80’s – 2000’s, has worked as an assistant coach for the Australian National Team, QLD Maroons and Brisbane Bronco’s. Winner of a Rothmans Medal in Brisbane, the Clive Churchill Medal, lead the Broncos to three grand-final wins, a Super League Crown and captained for Australia.
Paul “Siro’ Sironen
Having played 246 first grade games for Balmain, Australia and NSW, Paul ‘Siro’ Sironen is known as one of the true characters in rugby league, having played throughout the 80’s and 90’s as one of the toughest forwards of his era. Dally M Rookie of the Year Award winner in 1989, Dally M Second Rower of the Year Winner in 1990 and Dally M Representative Player of the Year in 1993.
Karina Brown
Current Gold Coast Titans Winger and former Jillaroos player, having played regularly for QLD over the last decade, playing in the title winning 2013 & 2017 Rugby League World Cup Jillaroos Squad, the Roosters and Warriors in previous NRLW campaigns, and more recently joining ABC sport as an expert commentator, Karina is known as an experienced campaigner who knows what it takes to succeed.
Justin ‘JK’ Karcher
Justin is joining us yet again for another year as MC. From the UK, Asia-Pacific, and across Australia, JK has performed over 800 shows, helping clubs and charities to raise over $25m for charity.
Member Individual Ticket: $170 incl. GST
Member Table of 10: $1,700 incl. GST
Non-member Individual Ticket: $200 incl. GST
Non-member Table of 10: $2,000 incl. GST
NSW vs. Queensland Tables:
Mighty Maroons Table of 10: $3,300 incl. GST
True Blue Table of 10: $3,300 incl. GST
All pricing inc GST
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