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THE MCG JOLIMONT STATION RICHMOND STATION WOOLWORTHS AFL PLAYGROUND 246 BUS 70 TRAM 48 & 75 TRAM THE GAME EXPLAINED Incredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played. THE ESSENTIALS The game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time. THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner. THE SCORE When it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66). UMPIRES Field umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breached Boundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored. THE HANDBALL A handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand. THE MARK A mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air. RUNNING WITH THE BALL Where a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres. THE TACKLE A legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick. The MCG is located on Brunton Avenue, Richmond and is 2km from Melbourne’s CBD. GETTING THERE CAR Car parking is usually available at the MCG in Yarra Park on event days, via Punt Road. Please note long delays can be experienced when exiting the car park. Parking in high-rise parking buildings in the CBD is another option. TRAIN For most people, train is the easiest way to get to the MCG. There are two train stations close to the MCG. Jolimont is north of the ground and offers a five-minute walk through Yarra Park to the ground. From any railway station in the CBD, take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines. The other station is Richmond on the south eastern side of the MCG. To get to Richmond station from the city, take any train on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein, Glen Waverley, Dandenong, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Frankston or Sandringham lines. TRAM Three tram routes provide access to the MCG. No. 75 travels along Flinders St and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade and No. 48 travels along Collins St and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade. Both these routes stop just outside the MCG. No. 70 travels along Flinders St then detours via Melbourne Park and the tram stop is a short walk across the footbridge to the ground. BUS The Bus route 246 is run by National Bus Company and stops in Punt Road, just a short walk from the ground. For more information on the above services visit victrip.com.au. HOW TO BUY TICKETS Tickets for all AFL matches at the MCG are sold through Ticketek. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY 1. Phoning 132 849. 2. Visiting a Ticketek outlet. 3. Online via their website ticketek.com.au. For more information visit ticketek.com.au. AMENITIES PRAYER ROOM A Prayer room is located on level B1 near aisle M30. PARENT ROOMS Parent rooms and baby change stations are located around the stadium. INFORMATION For more information, ask an MCG event staff or a security guard. VEGETARIAN FOOD Vegetarian food is available at all outlets around the stadium. DISABLED ACCESS The MCG has wheelchair-friendly seating, parking, entrance points and bathrooms. DRY AREA ( ALCOHOL FREE ) There is designated dry area seating at every AFL match at the MCG! Just request this category on the Ticketek website when you are buying your tickets. FUN AND FREE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES Don’t forget to check out the Woolworths AFL Playground Opens 90 minutes before the start of each match at the MCG. The Woolworths AFL Playground is located near gate 6. FACEBOOK.COM/AFLMULTICULTURALPROGRAM TWITTER.COM/AFLDIVERSITY
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THE MCG
JOLIMONT STATION
RICHMOND STATION
WOOLWORTHS AFL PLAYGROUND
246 BUS
70 TRAM
48 & 75 TRAMTHE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
The MCG is located on Brunton Avenue, Richmond and is 2km from Melbourne’s CBD.
GETTING THERECARCar parking is usually available at the MCG in Yarra Park on event days, via Punt Road. Please note long delays can be experienced when exiting the car park. Parking in high-rise parking buildings in the CBD is another option.
TRAINFor most people, train is the easiest way to get to the MCG. There are two train stations close to the MCG.
Jolimont is north of the ground and offers a five-minute walk through Yarra Park to the ground. From any railway station in the CBD, take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines.
The other station is Richmond on the south eastern side of the MCG. To get to Richmond station from the city, take any train on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein, Glen Waverley, Dandenong, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Frankston or Sandringham lines.
TRAMThree tram routes provide access to the MCG.
No. 75 travels along Flinders St and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade and No. 48 travels along Collins St and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade. Both these routes stop just outside the MCG. No. 70 travels along Flinders St then detours via Melbourne Park and the tram stop is a short walk across the footbridge to the ground.
BUSThe Bus route 246 is run by National Bus Company and stops in Punt Road, just a short walk from the ground.
For more information on the above services visit victrip.com.au.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at the MCG are sold through Ticketek.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 132 849.
2. Visiting a Ticketek outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketek.com.au.
For more information visit ticketek.com.au.AMENITIES
PRAYER ROOMA Prayer room is located on level B1 near aisle M30.
PARENT ROOMS Parent rooms and baby change stations are located around the stadium.
INFORMATIONFor more information, ask an MCG event staff or a security guard.
VEGETARIAN FOOD Vegetarian food is available at all outlets around the stadium.
DISABLED ACCESSThe MCG has wheelchair-friendly seating, parking, entrance points and bathrooms.
DRY AREA ( ALCOHOL FREE )There is designated dry area seating at every AFL match at the MCG! Just request this category on the Ticketek website when you are buying your tickets.
FUN AND FREE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIESDon’t forget to check out the Woolworths AFL Playground Opens 90 minutes before the start of each match at the MCG. The Woolworths AFL Playground is located near gate 6.
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THE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
Etihad Stadium is located at 740 Bourke Street, Docklands and is 2km from Melbourne’s CBD.
GETTING THERECAROn match days, patrons can enter the Etihad Stadium via Car Park B off the Bourke Street extension or via Car Park D and Car Park E off Wurundjeri Way.
TRAINFor most people, train is the easiest way to get to Etihad Stadium. Southern Cross is the nearest train station to Etihad Stadium. It is approximately a four-minute walk across the Bourke Street pedestrian footbridge.
TRAMTrams run to Etihad Stadium from La Trobe Street and Harbour Esplanade.
Trams also stop in the CBD on Spencer Street, Bourke Street and Collins Street and all are a short walk to Etihad Stadium.
BUSThe bus terminus is at Southern Cross Train Station and services airport transfers as well as routes across country Victoria.
Etihad Stadium is a short walk across the Bourke Street pedestrian footbridge from the bus terminus.
For more info on the above services visit victrip.com.au.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at Etihad Stadium are sold through Ticketmaster.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 136 100.
2. Visiting a Ticketmaster outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketmaster.com.au.
For more information visit ticketmaster.com.au.AMENITIES
PRAYER ROOMA Prayer room is located on level 3 near aisle 8.
PARENT ROOMS Parent rooms and baby change stations are located around the stadium.
DISABLED ACCESSEtihad Stadium has wheelchair-friendly seating, parking, entrance points and bathrooms.
HALAL AND VEGETARIAN FOOD The supplier of Etihad Stadiums fresh chicken is certified halal, this product is used in most chicken based meals. Please ask a Team Leader at any food outlet for clarification upon ordering. Vegetarian food is available at all outlets around the stadium.
INFORMATIONFor more information, ask an Etihad Stadium event staff or a security guard.
FUN AND FREE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIESDon’t forget to check out the Woolworths AFL Playground Opens 90 minutes before the start of each match at Etihad Stadium. The Woolworths AFL Playground is located at gate 5.
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THE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
The Gabba is located on Vulture Street, Wooloongabba and is 1km from Brisbane’s CBD.
GETTING THERECAROn event days parking restrictions apply to the local area around the venue. Patrons can park in the Brisbane CBD or Westfield Chermside and catch free Brisbane Transport shuttle bus services with an event ticket.
TRAINCatch regular timetabled services to South Bank train station free with your event ticket.
BUSFree Brisbane Transport shuttle services are provided for Gabba ticket holders. Shuttle services arrive and depart at the Gabba ground from various locations throughout Brisbane including the CBD and Westfield Chermside.
For more information on the above services visit translink.com.au.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at the Gabba are sold through Ticketmaster.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 136 100.
2. Visiting a Ticketmaster outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketmaster.com.au/lions.
For more information visit ticketmaster.com.au.
AMENITIESPRAYER ROOMA Prayer room is located adjacent to Bay 14.
PARENT ROOMS Parent rooms and baby change stations are located around the stadium.
INFORMATIONFor more information, ask a Gabba event staff or a security guard.
VEGETARIAN FOOD Vegetarian food is available at all outlets around the stadium.
DISABLED ACCESSThe Gabba has wheelchair-friendly seating, parking, entrance points and bathrooms.
DRY AREA (ALCOHOL FREE)There is designated dry area seating at every AFL match at the Gabba! This area isn’t available for purchase online, but a customer service office will be able to help you with your request on the phone or at a Ticketmaster outlet.
FUN AND FREE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIESDon’t forget to check out Lion Park. Opening 90 minutes before the start of each match at the Gabba it offers fun and free activities for kids and families. The Lion Park is located between gates 2 and 3.
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THE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at the Domain Stadium are sold through Ticketmaster.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 136 100.
2. Visiting a Ticketmaster outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketmaster.com.au/lions.
For more information visit ticketmaster.com.au.
AMENITIESINFORMATION Customer Service/Cloaking: Gate 8&19. Lost property: Gate 8 customer service. First Aid: Gate 3, Gate 7 & Gate 19. Membership Services: Gate 12. Roaming customer service staff.
PARENT ROOMS Parent rooms and baby change stations are located around the stadium.
CASH FACILITIES ATMs: Gate 9, Gate 19 and Gate 26. Eftpos CASH OUT: Gate 8, Gate 16. PayPass: accepted at most F&B outlets.
FOOD Gluten Free & Vegetarian options available at selected outlets. 100% satisfaction on all food and beverage items (return for a complete replacement if not 100% satisfied).
DISABLED ACCESSWheelchair bays are available. Disabled car parking is available in Kitchener Park, Subiaco Football Club and Market Square and is free for holders of ACROD passes (subject to availability).
STAY CONNECTEDSMS your SOS: 0408 602 464 Social Media: @domainstadium (Facebook, Twitter & Instagram) #TheDomain or domainstadium.com.au
Further information can be found at domainstadium.com.au/guest-services/facilities-amenties
FUN AND FREE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIESGate 19 Live:Live outdoor cooking, specialty food options, live big screen action and live music.
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Domain Stadium is located on Subiaco Rd, Subiaco and is approximately 3.5km from Perth’s CBD.
GETTING THERECARFor ACROD pass holders limited parking is available on Kitchener Park, Subiaco Football Club and Market Square and is free of charge. This parking is subject to availability. Please ensure that you bring a valid ACROD Pass with you when planning to park at the Stadium.
TRAINYour ticket to the football includes travel on all Transperth services for three hours before, during and three hours after the game. Simply show your membership card or ticket to the driver or inspector. It is recommended that you catch the train to West Leederville Station not Subiaco Station for football services. Train services will operate on all lines, with extra capacity and shuttle services to West Leederville Station.
BUS Football special buses will operate to the game. Last buses leave 20 minutes after the completion of the match.
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THE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
Adelaide Oval is located on the banks of the River Torrens (War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide) and is a short 400m walk from Adelaide’s CBD.
GETTING THEREPUBLIC TRANSPORTTaking public transport to and from the stadium is the best option. With the Riverbank Footbridge – and its connections to the Adelaide Railway Station, the tramline and a range of bus routes – catching public transport to Adelaide Oval is easier than ever. The Adelaide Oval Footy Express provides public bus, train and tram services that are included in the price of a game day ticket. For more information on services visit adelaidemetro.com.au
TAXI Taxi ranks are located on the western side of King William Rd; the southern side of Pennington Tce and the eastern side of Montefiore Rd.
BIKEBike racks are located at the southern, eastern and northern ends of Adelaide Oval.
PARKINGAdelaide Oval provides limited daily disabled parking on a first in first served basis in the Torrens Parade Ground and Northern Car Park, $16 cash payable upon entry.
To assist in planning your visit to Adelaide Oval visit the ‘Getting to the Oval’ section on adelaideoval.com.au or download the Adelaide Oval App for free from the Apple Store or Google Play.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at Adelaide Oval are sold through Ticketek.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 132 849.
2. Visiting a Ticketek outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketek.com.au.
For more information visit ticketek.com.au.
AMENITIESPRAYER ROOMA prayer room is located on Level 1 of the Eastern Stand near the East Gate
PARENT ROOMS There are five parent rooms and baby change stations located around the stadium
VEGETARIAN FOOD Vegetarian food is available at selected outlets around the stadium.
DISABLED ACCESSAdelaide Oval has wheelchair friendly seating, parking and entrance points and bathrooms.
DRY AREA (ALCOHOL FREE)There is a designated dry area located in the north-western corner of the northern mound (aisle 149).
FAN AND FAMILY FRIENDLYAdelaide Oval is a great place to take the family, with food and drink outlets and toilets located at each level of the new Riverbank and Eastern stands. In fact, the new design has exceeded Australian design standards for stadium toilet facilities by 30 percent and there are multiple family rooms and access toilets included throughout each new stand.
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THE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
Spotless Stadium is located on Showground Road in Sydney Olympic Park, NSW.
GETTING THERECARSydney Olympic Park has a range of parking options making travelling by car a convenient option for your visit to Sydney Showground. Visitors have access to casual parking facilities in a number of locations across the Sydney Olympic Park precinct. Carparks P1, P5 and P6 are in close proximity to Sydney Showground, costing $5 per hour, up to a maximum fee of $25 per day.
TRAIN Travel to and from Spotless stadium on Sydney trains is FREE on match day and included in your match ticket or membership. Olympic Park train station is just a short walk from Spotless Stadium. The Sprint service, operated by CityRail, travels between Lidcombe and Olympic Park Stations daily, every 10 minutes. A limited number of direct services also operate between Central Station and Olympic Park Station in the afternoon on weekdays and for some major events. For the latest travel information visit www.131500.com.au.
BUS Sydney Buses operate direct bus services to Sydney Olympic Park from a number of locations including Lidcombe, Strathfield and Parramatta. For the latest travel information visit www.131500.com.au.
FERRYSydney Ferries run a daily service between Circular Quay and Parramatta stopping at Sydney Olympic Park Ferry Wharf. To travel to Spotless Stadium, visitors must also catch a connecting bus.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at Spotless Stadium are sold through Ticketmaster.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 136 100.
2. Visiting a Ticketmaster outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketmaster.com.au/GIANTS.
For more information visit ticketmaster.com.au.
THE WOOLWORTHS AFL PLAYGROUNDThe Woolworths AFL Playground is located to the left of the big screen at Spotless Stadium and offers young families an area where they can enjoy free activities whilst still being able to see the football field with ease. Activities within the playground include, a Woolworths marking inflatable, photo board cut-outs for children to pose with along with GIANTS skill tester inflatables, face painters and a jumping castle. There is also a photo box where participants and their families can receive a free print out capturing their time in the Woolworths AFL Playground.
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AMENITIESPRAYER ROOMA Prayer room is located on level 3 of the council stand near Gate D. Please ask customer service staff (in blue uniforms) for directions upon entering gate D.
BABY CHANGEROOMS Baby change facilities are located around the stadium within the disabled access toilets.
VEGETARIAN FOOD Vegetarian options are available at the many food outlets around the stadium including Asian, Middle eastern and contemporary Australian cuisine options.
DISABLED ACCESSSpotless stadium has disabled access seating, parking, entrance points and bathrooms.
DRY AREA (ALCOHOL FREE)There is a designated Dry area seating at Spotless Stadium located in bay 240 directly in front of the Woolworths AFL Playground.
INFORMATIONPlease ask customer service staff in blue uniforms located around the venue for any event information.
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THE GAME EXPLAINEDIncredibly fast and exciting, Australian Football is full of amazing courage, athleticism and skill. Here is a guide to how the game is played.
THE ESSENTIALSThe game starts when a field umpire bounces the ball in the middle of the ground. The ball is also bounced in the centre to start each quarter and after a goal has been scored. Games are divided into four quarters of 20 minutes, plus extra time. Teams swap ends after each quarter. There are 22 players in a team and 18 are allowed on the playing field at any one time.
THE AIM OF THE GAME It is all about kicking goals. That means kicking the ball through the tall inner sticks (the goalposts) to score six points for your team. If the ball goes between a goalpost and either of the smaller outer sticks, then a behind (worth one point) is scored. The ball play must remain within the boundary line, or else the ball is returned to the umpire to throw the ball back in play. The team that finishes with the biggest total score overall is the winner.
THE SCOREWhen it comes to reading or writing the scores, the goals go first, then the behinds, then the total points. For example, a score of 10 goals and six behinds is a total of 66 points and is written 10.6 (66).
UMPIRESField umpires: three field umpires control the game and award free kicks where the rules have been breachedBoundary umpires: There are four boundary umpires who decide when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full. Goal umpires: There is a goal umpire at each end of the ground. They decide if a goal or behind has been scored.
THE HANDBALLA handball is an alternate method of moving the ball towards your goal. It involves holding the football in one hand and disposing of it by hitting it with the clenched fist of the other hand.
THE MARKA mark is taken if a player catches the football after it has been kicked by another player a distance of at least 15 metres and has not touched the ground or been touched by another player when it is in the air.
RUNNING WITH THE BALLWhere a player is moving while in possession of the football, he must bounce or touch the football on the ground at least once every 15 metres.
THE TACKLEA legal tackle is when an opponent who has the ball is tackled below the shoulders and above the knee. You are not allowed to push an opponent in the back. A player who is tackled illegally while in possession of the ball will be awarded a free kick.
Simonds Stadium is located on LaTrobe Terrace, Geelong, VIC
GETTING THERECARGeelong is 75km down the Princes Highway from Melbourne, via the Westgate Bridge. There is limited parking at Simonds Stadium, so plan to arrive early.
TRAINV/Line runs match day services between South Geelong and Southern Cross station hourly. Simonds Stadium is a short walk from South Geelong station.
HOW TO BUY TICKETSTickets for all AFL matches at Simonds Stadium are sold through Ticketmaster.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY1. Phoning 136 100.
2. Visiting a Ticketmaster outlet.
3. Online via their website ticketmaster.com.au
For more information visit ticketmaster.com.au.
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AMENITIESACCESSIBILITYDisabled access into Simonds Stadium is available at any of the four main entrance gates. Simonds Stadium has disabled car parking & toilets along with lifts and ramps for accessibility.
FOR MORE INFORMATIONWebsite: www.geelongaustralia.com.au/simondsstadiumEmail: [email protected] hours phone: 03 5224 9016
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