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‘Can it get more Aussie?’: Bluey State of Origin episode tells a relatable tale of a family divided

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Bluey’s family gathers for the big match in The Decider
Bluey’s family and friends in The Decider, a new episode about State of Origin that features Ray Warren and Johnathan Thurston. Season three of the program is airing on the ABC. Photograph: ABC

Australian animated series Bluey is winning widespread adoration yet again, this time for a new episode that depicts the age-old rivalry of the annual State of Origin rugby league match.

Veteran sports commentator Ray Warren – who retired earlier this month after calling 99 Origin games – is heard in the opening lines of the episode titled The Decider: “It is winner takes all tonight.” His commentary booms from a broadcast where Bluey – along with family and friends – have gathered to watch Queensland play NSW from their Brisbane home.

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