A “playful rivalry” has kicked off in the heart of an Australian city with the opening of a huge American burger chain.

Wendy’s, which opened its first Australian store in Surfer’s Paradise in January, has opened a new venue in Brisbane.

The new flagship, the business’ second restaurant in its 200 store in 10 years in Australia plan, is described as “global first” by the US chain.

And despite only opening its doors on Wednesday, it is already drawing in the crowds.

Is it worth it?

One mother and her two sons, who happened to be on holiday, were waiting outside the Queensland venue at 5 a.m. in order to try the food.

“We wanted to be first in line,” the woman told news.com.au

“We live in Townsville so we don’t get to have this food much. We’re on holiday so we’re just making it part

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