Giant Rugby Ball

Giant Rugby Ball

Circular Quay, Sydney

On Saturday, September 11th, I had the pleasure of experiencing a 360 degree presentation inside New Zealand's Giant Rugby Ball at Circular Quay. It is an inflatable ball held down by water that holds 200 people. It arrived in Sydney just in time for the big Bledisloe Cup match between Australia and New Zealand (23-22 NZ Win). Once inside, viewers are taken on an audio visual journey as the ball itself to New Zealand to experience all the the culture, nature, sport and adventure the Kiwis have to offer. It was the most incredible presentation I've ever seen outside of Epcot or Disney World. We waited a brief 10 minutes to enter. Once inside we sat down in the circular room resembling a living room. All around us were visuals of the New Zealand All Blacks (World's Most Winning Rugby team) from past to present. Once everyone was seated, the presentation began with the dome opening like a spiral taking us to Sydney Harbour as the ball itself! A Kiwi rugby player came close and adjusted the ball and kicked us to New Zealand where we were taken on a narrated ride through the wonders of New Zealand whether it be the beautiful landscape, ski/snowboard offerings, the beaches or at a rugby match. The narrator came out of hiding at the end and stood on a stage in the middle of the room and performed the All Black's famous pre-game dance or scare tactic towards their opponents. Afterwards we were ushered outside to see a traditional group of Maori performers dance, sing and perform the Haka.

The Haka Performed by The All Blacks

New Zealand v England 2004

First Thing We Saw in NZ: Giant Crab Crawling Out of the Ocean

Giant Rugby Ball

Maori Traditional Dancing Presentation

Circular Quay, Sydney

Although the Rugby World Cup 2011 is a year away, well-done New Zealand for using what you've got to promote not only your champion sport, but also the beauty of New Zealand reminding people that you shouldn't wait till next year to visit NZ. Go now!


For more information on the Giant Rugby Ball, check out their website.