AFL Round 12 - Hawthorn v Collingwood

*Parking alert: Due to the closure of Brunton Avenue, access via Gates 7 is restricted to accredited passholders and disability permit holders only.

Step back into Greatness as football returns to the 'G for the 2022 AFL Premiership Season.

The Melbourne Cricket Club, as ground managers of the MCG, looks forward to welcoming you to the 'G throughout the 2022 AFL Premiership Season.

For more information on visiting the MCG this AFL season, click here.

View the 2022 AFL Premiership Season fixture at the MCG here.

Arrive early

In 2022, the process for entry into the MCG will take longer than usual. To ensure you are inside the MCG in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.

Download your ticket prior to your arrival at the MCG. To gain entry into the match, scan your digital ticket at the turnstiles.

General Admission Seating

Please note, general admission seating areas are subject to change. Continue to check regularly for updates and check the general admission screens at your gate upon arrival to the MCG.

Shane Warne Stand

• Q1-Q7
• Q8-Q15 1/2 (rows K-DD)

Ponsford Stand

• Q31-Q36 (rows AA-MM)

Olympic Stand

• Q49-Q55 (rows P-MM)

AFL Reserve

• MM26 (rows A-Z)
• Q15 1/2-Q19 (rows K-DD)
• Q20-Q28

*Please note, General Admission seating areas are subject to change.

Cheer Squad Allocations

Hawthorn: M3 (rows A-R)
Collingwood: M33 (rows A-O)

MCC Library Fact Sheets

2022 AFL Premiership Season - Round 12 - Hawthorn v Collingwood

Road closures

• Brunton Avenue: 12.40pm-2.10pm (pre-match)
• Brunton Avenue: 4.50pm-5.50pm (post-match)

Parking

Public parking in Yarra Park is available for this match. Click here for parking information as well as alternative parking options close to the MCG.

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 and in 2022, the G-Train will also feature 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

Planned Train Disruptions – Sunday June 5

Buses replace trains on sections of the Sunbury, Cranbourne and Pakenham lines this weekend.

• Passengers should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG.
• Please be aware after the game there may be increased congestion and delays getting onto the platforms at Richmond station.
• Passengers are advised to return to where they got off the bus prior to the game.

For further information and to plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au.

Flashing Lights Warning

Please note, flashing lights will be used throughout this match at the MCG.

At the 'G

• You will be required to enter via the Gate on your digital ticket.
• All food, beverage and merchandise outlets will be cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.
• No smoking, including no vaping, inside the MCG. Patrons found to be smoking or vaping inside the ground will be evicted immediately.
• The MCG’s official hygiene partner, Dettol, has installed 275 hand sanitisation stations throughout the Ground to support good personal hygiene practices.

SEN Stadium

Download the SEN Stadium App and listen to live commentary at the MCG.