*Gate 7 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 Richmond and North Melbourne
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 read the MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match.
Farewell two Richmond legends
Richmond legends Jack Riewoldt and Trent Cotchin will thank the Tiger Army and football fans for their continued support across their long and successful AFL careers by completing a lap of the MCG following Saturday’s match.
Fans are encouraged to stay at the ground following the final siren to show their appreciation to Cotchin and Riewoldt, who will complete the lap together.
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This match is a Category 3 match.
| Event Category |
|
Full & Restricted members |
Provisional members |
| 3 |
Access to the Reserve |
All levels |
All levels |
| Visitor Tickets |
Four tickets |
Four tickets |
| Level 2 & 3 Access** |
Members
Visitors with Level 2 reserved seats or a Long Room or Balcony pass
|
Members
Visitors with Level 2 reserved seats or a Long Room or Balcony pass
|
| Long Room |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Members' Dining Room & Lucy Liu Lounge |
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Yes - up to four visitors
|
| Jim Stynes Grill |
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Yes - up to four visitors
|
| Long Room Passes for visitors |
Up to two passes |
Up to two passes |
| Balcony Passes for visitors |
Up to four passes |
Up to four passes |
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 3.00pm AEST on Tuesday July 25 via
Ticketek.
Unreserved seating is available for this match, and will be published here 24 hours prior to the game. To view the Members’ Reserve seating map
click here.
*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
- Q37-Q40
- Q41-Q45 (rows A-MM (Q43 rows A-F no alcohol) (Q44 rows A-D - no alcohol)
- Q46-Q48 (rows Q-MM)
DINING AVAILABLE FOR PRE-BOOKING
For this match, dining reservations are available in the Members’ Dining Room, Jim Stynes Grill and Lucy Liu Lounge.
The registration period for this event will open at 9.00am AEST on Monday August 7 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 August 7 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
General public parking is available for this match.
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:
- Craigieburn
- Hurstbridge
- Mernda
- Cranbourne
- Pakenham
- Sunbury
- Upfield
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
- Maryborough
- Geelong
- Seymour
- Shepparton
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
Throughout the match, roads in close proximity to the MCG may be closed for periods of time.
- Brunton Avenue: closed from12.00pm and 1.45pm, and 4.15pm and 5.15pm.
- 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 LIGHT WARNING
Please note, flashing lights will be used throughout this match at the MCG.
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, and a 15% total rebate at Long Room Dining.
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: from 10.30am to 2.15pm
- Post-match: from 4.30pm to 5.15pm
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
