Melbourne Hobbying: Rugby Watching

So when you're new in town, if you're like me, you'll sign up to heaps of new hobbies in a mixture of desperation and keenness. If you're also liable to overcommit, check out my hobby attempts first and filter out the dross!

First up: Following a rugby union team.

I've chosen the Melbourne Rebels (obviously). 

Sophia's Hobbyaholic Score: ***

Time Commitment: Every week or two during the autumn/winter, or just drop in when you want to.
Sociableness: Great place to go with a mate or two.
Entertainment Value: Entertaining if you like rugby. Sit near the crazy Rebel Army for extra entertainment.
Cost: $25 per go
Verdict: Nice way to relax on a Friday/Saturday night with no pressure to commit.

Reeeeebbbbeeellllssss. Reeeeeeeebbbbeeeeelllssss. That's all the chant you need to memorize to become a fully fledged Melbourne Rebels fan. Known just as much for James O'Connor's haircuts as they are for fumbling the ball just before they score, this is a great team to watch if you like characters and good team spirit.

The Rebels play at AAMI park in Richmond. It's the one that looks like a golf ball and sparkles when it gets dark.

It's never full, so you can just turn up and grab a ticket whenever you want to come down for a match. Don't like rugby? Check out the view from the stadium