Why did the Bris. Bronco's play their 1st NRL game in Aug 1988 considering the season begins in March?

Question

Why did the Brisbane Bronco's play their 1st NRL match in August 1988 considering the Rugby League (Football) season begins in March?

Answer 1

queensland are 10 years behind the times

so this makes sence

Answer 2

Played at Lang Park (a home stadium).

Answer 3

Brisbane played their first game in Round 1 of the 1988 ARL season at Lang Park (now Suncorp) against Manly (who were at the time, defending premiers). This recent game was the corresponding home game against Manly 20 years later. Incidently The Broncos defeated Manly 44-10 in their first game.

Likewise, the Cowboys a few years ago had their 10-year game mid season also.

Answer 4

I think that the Broncos did in fact play their first game in march of 1988, but the game was at home at Lang Park (Suncorp Stadium) against Manly which is why they celebrated their twentith year today, because they were playing Manly at home.