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April 25, 1996: Rabbit cull

April 25, 1996: Rabbit cull

A much larger crowd than expected shows up at the SFS on Anzac Day - to see Souths suffer their worst-ever loss.

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Sydney Football Stadium administration expected about 7000 people to show up to the Anzac Day game between South Sydney and the Roosters 25 years ago.

The actual roll-up was more than double that - 15,103 - resulting in long queues, barricades being broken down by fans seeking some shade and a rush on food and drink.

A good problem to have if you’re runni…

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