Parking alert: No general public parking. Parking is open for accessibility and accredited passholders only.
The Melbourne Cricket Club is excited to welcome you to the Members’ Reserve for the 2023 AFL Premiership Season match between Hawthorn and Collingwood.
For all the information you need to know about visiting the Reserve this AFL season,
click here.
View the full 2023 AFL Premiership Season fixture
here.
MCC Library Fact Sheet
Click here to view the MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match.
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This match is a Category 2 match.
| Event Category |
|
Full & Restricted members |
Provisional members |
| 2 |
Access to the Reserve |
All levels |
Levels 1 and 4 |
| Visitor Tickets |
Up to four tickets |
Up to two tickets |
| Level 2 & 3 Access** |
Members
Visitors with Level 2 reserved seats or a Long Room or Balcony pass
|
No access |
| Long Room |
Yes
|
No access |
| Members' Dining Room & Lucy Liu Lounge |
Yes - up to four visitors
|
No access |
| Jim Stynes Grill |
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Yes - up to two visitors |
Long Room Passes for visitors
|
One pass |
No |
| Balcony Passes for visitors |
Up to two passes |
No |
OVERSEAS MEMBERS
Members who have been placed on the Overseas membership list do not automatically have entry rights during the AFL season. Entry to the Club’s facilities will be granted on a return visit as long as it does not exceed six weeks on submission of an itinerary showing the member’s arrival to and departure from Australia.
For more information please visit mcc.org.au/overseas.
TICKETS
Reserved seat and visitor tickets for this match will go on sale to members from 10.00am AEST on Tuesday July 25.
Members can access unreserved seating in the MCC Reserve by scanning their membership card at the gate, subject to capacity.
Unreserved seating is available for this match. To view the Members’ Reserve seating map
click here.
Reserved seating that is unsold prior to the match will become available as unreserved seating. These additional areas will be listed here 24 hours prior to the match start.
*Unreserved seating areas are subject to change.
Level 1
- M37-M41 (rows A-Z)
- M42-M43
- M44 (rows A-LL)
- M45 - no alcohol
Level 2
- N43-N44
- N45 (rows A-M)
- N47
- N48 - no alcohol
Level 3
Level 4
MEMBERS’ DINING
For this match, dining reservations are available in the Members’ Dining Room, Jim Stynes Grill, Lucy Liu Lounge and Committee Room by Grossi. The Lucy Liu Lounge is also available for post-match dining.
The registration period for this event will open at 9.00am AEST on Monday July 24 and close at 5.00pm on the following day.
ADDITIONAL DINING OPTIONS
MCC members and their guests can access a range of additional dining facilities in the MCC Members’ Reserve on match days at the MCG with no booking required.
Locations include:
- Long Room - match category conditions and dress standards apply
- Trumble Bar & Cafe
- Tower 6
LONG ROOM AND BALCONY PASSES
The registration period for Long Room and Balcony Passes for this event will open at 9.00am AEST on Monday July 24 and close at 5.00pm on the following Tuesday or until all passes are exhausted.
Walk up passes can be collected (on a first come, first serve basis) from the last two Membership Services windows to the far left outside of Gate 2 on match day.
To ensure you are inside the Ground in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.
If you have reserved a seat, download your seat ticket prior to your arrival. To gain entry into the match, scan your physical or digital membership card at the turnstiles.
Find your best way to get to the MCG with our journey planner and transport option tools. For information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more,
click here.
PARKING IN YARRA PARK
No general public parking is available for this match. Parking is available to disability and accredited permit holders only.
Click here for parking information as well as alternative parking options close to the MCG, and continue to check regularly for updates.
Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek
here.
TRAIN AND ROAD DISRUPTIONS
Metro Trains
Buses replace trains on sections of the following train lines:
- Sunbury
- Craigieburn
- Upfield
- Belgrave
- Lilydale
- Glen Waverley
- Mernda
- Hurstbridge
- Sandringham
Passengers on these lines should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG. When catching a return bus post-match, passengers should return to where got off the bus pre-match.
For further information and to plan your journey at
ptv.vic.gov.au
V/Line Trains
Buses replace trains on sections of the following train lines:
- Ballarat
- Ararat
- Maryborough
- Bendigo
- Echuca
Passengers on these lines should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG. When catching a return bus post-match, passengers should return to where got off the bus pre-match.
For further information and to plan your journey at
ptv.vic.gov.au
Major Road Closures
- Dynon Road will be closed inbound between CityLink exit ramp and Dryburgh Street.
PRECINCT ROAD CLOSURES
- Brunton Avenue will be closed between 3.00pm and 8.00pm.
- Jolimont Street and Jolimont Terrace will be closed between 3.00pm and 8.00pm.
- Wellington Parade will be closed between 7.05pm and 7.35pm.
- Vale Street will be closed between 3.00pm and 8.00pm.
- The MCG is a cashless venue. All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets will be cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.
- The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction.
- At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting 'Assist' to the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.
FLASHING LIGHTS AND PYROTECHNICS WARNING
Please note, flashing lights will be used throughout this match at the MCG. Pyrotechnics will also be in use.
INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Click here for information for families, including the location of Parents' Rooms and change tables.
MULTI-FAITH PRAYER ROOM
The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons and located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind bay M13).
Click here for more information.
AUSTRALIAN SPORTS MUSEUM
The
Australian Sports Museum is open for those attending the match from gate opening (listed above) until 15 minutes before the match start time.
Tickets for the Australian Sports Museum are half price and can be purchased on the day inside Gate 3 at the MCG. The Museum showcases the best of Australian sports including AFL, cricket and the Olympics.
Be sure to arrive early to make the most of your visit.
MCC MUSEUM AND MCC LIBRARY
The MCC Library and MCC Museum are open to members and their guests on match days at the MCG.
The MCC Library is located on Level 3 of the Members’ Reserve, whilst the MCC Museum, is located on Level B1.
MCC PLUS
Get more value with MCC Plus during the second half of the 2023 AFL Premiership Season, with a number of MCC Plus offers available from Rounds 16 to 24.
For this match, enjoy a 25% total rebate on hot chips, pies and hot dogs purchased pre-match.
Find out more
The 'G TRAIN MOBILITY SHUTTLE SERVICE
The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service operates during public events held at the MCG.
The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The G-Train also features vehicles with wheelchair-friendly access.
Pre-booking is not required; simply wait at a designated pick up point for the next available buggy. The service has pick up points from the following locations:
- Richmond Station
- Jolimont Station
- Accessible Parking Area
Find out more
The 'G Train running times
Pre-match: 1.30pm to 5.50pm.
Post-match:7.20pm to 8.05pm.
ZERO DELAY COMMENTARY
The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG. Download
here.
SENSORY FRIENDLY SPACE
A Sensory Friendly Space is located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51, inside Gate 3). This is a space for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.
There are two rooms within the space offering patrons the ability to choose between quietly watching the event in a tiered theatre or using personal sensory strategies and fidget toys to relax in a multi-purpose room.
Find out more
HEARING LOOPS
The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.
Find out more
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards
click here
