The “State of Origin” Era Which Began In The 1980’s. QLD State Of Origin Rugby League Team Is Frequently Referred To As The Maroons, Reflecting The Respective Colours Of Their Jersey. The Queensland Team is Sometimes Referred To By The Nickname “Cane Toads”. It Was Reinforced By A Marketing Campaign Used In The 1980’s Where The Respective Team Was Caricatured As Such.
