June 9, 2026

Which Australian state, known for its organized Australian rules football competitions since the 1900s, defeated the Australian Capital Territory in the 1979 Perth State of Origin Carnival?

A Queensland
B Brisbane
C Hobart
D Ipswich

In the 1979 Perth State of Origin Carnival, Queensland's team defeated the Australian Capital Territory to claim the title. Australian rules football has been played in Queensland since 1866, with organized competitions running continuously since the 1900s.

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