From the site:
Twenty Years ago the first Super Mario Bros game was released and the world of video games was changed forever!
Indooroopilly
Sunday 2 July 2006
10:00am � 4:30pm
Logan Hyperdome
Monday 3 July 2006
9:30am - 4pm
Mario Retro Area
You can take a trip down Memory Lane and play Super Mario games from the past 20 Years in the Special Mario Retro area. You can also sample new Nintendo DS games.
New SUPER MARO BROS. Challenge
If that�s not enough, put your Mario hat on, as The Super Mario Challenge is here! Nintendo is giving you the chance to be crowned the Super Mario Champion by competing in New Super Mario Bros. and Mario Kart against opponents to win an exclusive 20th Anniversary Super Mario Bros. pack.
Nintendo DS LiteThe Prize
The Super Mario Bros. pack includes a Nintendo DS Lite, a Super Mario belt, a Super Mario mug and a Limited Edition Super Mario soccer shirt. Simply register, compete on the day and see if you have what it takes to be the Super Mario Champion! Arrive early, to register as places are limited.!
DogMore fun!
Don't forget to bring your Nintendo DS and Nintendogs along, to interact with other owners, unlock more breeds and get some tips and tricks on how to raise your puppy!
Nintendo DS Downloads
Dog
Bring along your copies of Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Animal Crossing to access downloadable content.
As a special surprise, Nintendogs owners have the chance to play with Nintendo Game Designer Shigeru Miyamoto's Nintendog Jack Russel and unlock the rarest breed of all. In addition, there are heaps of downloads available for your Nintendo DS, including Animal Crossing gifts and the opportunity to race Mario Kart DS against the fastest racer from the Nintendo Japanese Development Team.
Mario
Also, Mario will be joining us to for the celebrations! Don't miss your chance to meet Mario and take your photo with him!
The Nintendo DS Connection Tour �06 will be arriving near you on the following dates and times:
Nintendo.com.au Members Bonus!
Before the event, nintendo.com.au will be sending out special invitations to members mobile phones via SMS. Any member that attends the event and shows their SMS invitation will receive a members only bonus gift to celebrate 20 years of Super Mario Bros.
To take part, please click below to visit the members page and then choose the option to change your details. Tick the box to receive SMS messages. If you are not yet a member then sign up now. Click here to change your membership details.
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Yeah, we'll go and take a few photos, play some games, molest Mario, etc