AFL Round 23 - Richmond v North Melbourne

Parking alert: Gate 7 is available for accessibility and accredited passholders only.

Step into Greatness at the 'G during the 2023 AFL Premiership Season.

The Melbourne Cricket Club, as ground managers of the MCG, looks forward to welcoming you to the 'G for the 2023 AFL Premiership Season match between Richmond and North Melbourne.

For everything you need to know on visiting the MCG for AFL, click 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.

Jump to:

• Tickets
• General Admission Seating and Cheer Squad locations
• Getting to the ‘G
• At the ‘G
• Accessibility

Tickets

General public tickets are on sale now.  

Tickets can be purchased via the Ticketek website, at Ticketek agencies or at the ground on match day, subject to availability. A total of 10 tickets can be purchased in one transaction.

General Admission Seating and Cheer Squad locations

General Admission seating areas will be published here 24 hours prior to the match.  
Please note, GA areas are subject to change. Check back here for updates.

• Q1-Q15 (Shane Warne Stand)
• Q29-Q36 (Ponsford Stand)
• Q49-Q52 (rows U-MM) (Olympic Stand)
• Q53-Q55 (rows Q-MM) (Olympic Stand)

AFL Reserve
Please note, seating in the AFL Reserve is available to AFL members only.

• M21-M26 (rows A-Z)
• M27 (rows AA-OO) - no alcohol 
• Q15-Q17 (rows K-DD)
• Q18-Q28

CHEER SQUAD AREAS
Richmond: M3-M4 (rows A-K)
North Melbourne: M33 (rows A-L)

Getting to the ‘G

To ensure you are inside the Ground in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.

Download your ticket to your mobile for scanning upon entering the Ground.

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 more details. 

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. 

At the ‘G

• You will be required to enter via the gate listed on your ticket.
• 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.

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.

Accessibility

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

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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.
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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