The Toyota Forklift Raiders are back at home this Saturday afternoon to take on the Gold Coast Titans in round 18 action.
There will be three games of footy at GIO Stadium Canberra on Saturday with the Raiders Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup sides both in action before the NRL game.
Check out our Game Day Guide for all the information you need ahead of game day!
Timings
Saturday July 1, GIO Stadium Canberra
Gates Open: 10:45am
Jersey Flegg - Canberra Raiders v Penrith Panthers: 11:00am
NSW Cup - Canberra Raiders v Penrith Panthers: 12:40pm
NRL - Canberra Raiders v Gold Coast Titans: 3:00pm
Game Day Sponsor: CRRL
On Saturday, we celebrate our local grassroots rugby league,
administered by the CRRL.
The Canberra Region Rugby League administers all junior and senior
rugby league in the area - spanning from the west in Cootamundra
through to Yass, North to Crookwell and Goulburn and South to
Cooma.
Play with mates, play with family. Our local competitions cater for
everyone – starting from Under 5s through to open age seniors.
Rugby League in the Canberra region is a safe, fun and inclusive game
for all no matter of age, gender and abilities.
Game Day Theme: Beanie for Brain Cancer
The Mark Hughes Foundation is a non-for profit, health promotion
charity which began in 2014 to support the quest of beating brain
cancer. In Australia, brain cancer kills more children than any other
disease and more people under 40 than any other cancer. In 2014, Mark
Hughes foundation started their first campaign ‘Beanies for Brain
Cancer’.
To date, the foundation has raised over $30 million, which
included a $25 million donation to Brain Cancer Research. The Raiders
continue to support the Beanies for Brain Cancer round and encourage
all attending to purchase a Beanie from the available stalls in the West
and East Forecourt on game day.
You can also buy a Beanie online at https://markhughesfoundation.com.au/
Game Day Entertainment
Around the Grounds
- Raiders Shop (West Forecourt and South Inner Bowl)
- NRL DO's (West Forecourt)
- ACT Fire & Rescue Truck & Pop-Up Marquee (West Forecourt)
- Wheelchair Rugby League (West Forecourt)
- Beanies for Brain Cancer Pop-Up (East and West Forecourts)
- CRRL Pop-Up (West Forecourt)
- The Huddle (West Forecourt)
Pre-Game
- Macca's Mini Footy (NSW Cup half-time): Bungendore v Batemans Bay, West Belconnen v Merimbula-Pambula Bulldogs
- NRL Game Preview (Ben Pollack and Cam Sullings)
- Member Birthday Shoutout
- Toyota Forklifts Greatest Fan Cam Giveaway
- Viking Clap Ceremony led by Australia's Federation Guard and Viking Ambassador Mark Hughes
- Guard of Honour (first half run on)
In-Game
- Macca's Powerplay
- Denman Prospect Points for Cash
Half-Time
- Duxton Cam Giveaway
- Canberra Region Rugby League Club Race
- Guard of Honour (second half run on)
Post Game
- Toyota Forklifts Football Giveaway
- Homes 4 Homes Donation
Experience Participants
- Member Viking
- Junior Viking
- Guard of Honour
- Coin Toss
- Warm-Up
Ticketing Information
Purchasing tickets
Casual tickets can be purchased via Ticketek: www.ticketek.com.au
Tickets will be available at the gate, however, we strongly encourage everyone to pre-purchase online for ease of entry and to avoid having to wait in queues.
Casual tickets are cheaper to buy online than at the gate.
Conditions of Entry Updates
Many of the stadium Conditions of Entry have been updated, you can find a full list of updates at https://giostadiumcanberra.com.au/ticketing/conditions-of-entry/
Patrons who throw articles or gain unauthorised entry onto the field of play will be evicted and may be liable for prosecution. Fines of up to $8000 apply.
Ticket Assistance on Game Day
Any ticket holder that cannot find their ticket that they purchased via Ticketek can visit the Ticketek Box Office to have their ticket re-issued. Proof of identification will be needed to print off replacement tickets for the day.
Membership Information
Membership Enquiries
Any current members with enquiries on the day can visit the
membership booth at either the East or West ticket boxes.
A majority of members will now hold a digital membership card, any
questions on how to access or read these cards should be directed to
the membership team in either the East or West ticket boxes.
Membership Ticketing Replacement
Members are required to display their digital membership card upon
entry. If you do not have your mobile device with you, please visit the
membership team at the box offices prior to kick off. Tickets will not be
able to be printed off at the Membership booths. If Member tickets are
unable to load, we recommend screenshotting the ticket and saving it
to the camera roll for future use.
West and East Lounge Access
West (Southern end) and East Lounge access is given to patrons who
are Raiders Members (must display physical or digital member card)
and Grandstand ticket holders.
East Grandstand (bay 22-32) ticket holders may only access the
Eastern lounge and West Grandstand (bay 7-15) ticket holders may
only access the Western (Southern end) lounge.
Members Discounts
- Members 10% off food discount
- Members 10% off merchandise discount
Food Outlets
The Huddle
‘Let’s Meet at The Huddle!’
Game days are about to heat up as GIO Stadium Canberra welcomes ‘The Huddle’ - our new outdoor entertainment hub for Raiders game days!
Come pre-game (from gates open) and stay after the game to enjoy delicious snacks, cold refreshments, and quality entertainment.
You’ll find The Huddle located in prime position behind the Mal Meninga Stand on the western side of the venue.
We hope you’ll join us for every Raiders home match this season.
For more information on The Huddle and for other food options available at GIO Stadium Canberra, click here.
Merchandise Outlets
Raiders Shop outlets will be open on the West Forecourt at 10:45am and South Concourse at 12:45pm. Both outlets will close at the end of NRL half-time (approx. 3:45pm).
Parking
Paid parking is in place for this match at $10 per vehicle. Early-bird parking is applicable at $5 per vehicle until 45 minutes prior to NRL kick-off.
Overflow parking is available at the University of Canberra accessed via College St and buses will have some capacity to pick up on College St which is a 20 minute walk to/from the stadium. Please consider car-pooling to alleviate traffic congestion as parking will be limited.
Transport
Victor and Velda are using public transport to get to this week’s game, and you can do the same.
Buses will be running to and from GIO Stadium Canberra. For bus timetables and more transport options, click here.
Visit Canberra
Canberra has you covered with breathtaking scenery and family fun to world-class art and food second to none.
Scratch below the surface and discover the array of scenic, adventurous, and surprising activities on offer for the whole family. Dig into an arts and culture scene where national attractions and blockbuster exhibitions spark curiosity and local storytellers and community galleries leave you inspired and fulfilled. Take your time to explore Canberra’s eclectic mix of dining styles and cuisines as you indulge in unique foodie experiences that will truly get tastebuds tingling.
Start planning your trip today: visitcanberra.com.au
Home Match Accommodation - Book now with the Canberra Rex Hotel
The Canberra Raiders have partnered with the Canberra Rex Hotel for the 2023 season.
A convenient central location, with easy access to national attractions, shopping, restaurants and business precincts make the Rex Hotel the obvious choice.
Book now to enjoy everything the Rex has to offer, as part of your match day experience.
Location: 150 Northbourne Avenue Canberra City, ACT 2612
Phone: 02 6248 5311
Website: canberrarexhotel.com.au
Email: reservations@canberrarexhotel.com.au
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Watching the Match
If you can't make it to GIO Stadium Canberra there are options available.
The NRL match is live on Fox League Channel 502 and on Kayo.
Overseas fans can watch via Watch NRL.
Updates from the matches will be on the Raiders' Twitter page. Make sure you are also following us on Facebook and Instagram for heaps of behind the scenes photos and videos from the match.
Listening to the match
You can tune into any of the following call teams on your game day:
Raiders on Mix - Mix 106.3
2CC Radio - 1206 AM
ABC Grandstand - 666 ABC AM
Feedback
Should anyone have any post-match feedback from the game day, please contact our staff during business hours on 02 6253 3515 or email info@raiders.com.au.
