Game Day Guide: Raiders NRL & NRLW Doubleheader Saturday
A special day for the club this Saturday as we host our first ever NRL and NRLW double-header at GIO Stadium Canberra.
Check out our Game Day Guide for all the information you need ahead of game day.
Timings
PLEASE NOTE NRLW KICK-OFF IS NOW 12.45PM
Saturday July 29, GIO Stadium Canberra
Gates Open: 12:20pm
NRLW - Canberra Raiders v Sydney Roosters: 12:45pm
NRL - Canberra Raiders v Newcastle Knights: 3:00pm
Viking Claps and Viking Ambassadors
The Raiders are happy to announce that there will be two Viking Ambassadors on Saturday, with Viking Claps before both the NRLW and NRL matches.
The Raiders will do a Viking Clap before every NRLW game this season.
Minister Yvette Berry will be the Viking Ambassador for the NRLW game, while Nicole Fleming is the Viking Ambassador for the NRL game.
Game Day Sponsor: Canberra Airport
Canberra Airport is a proud partner of the Canberra Raiders.
Start planning your island holiday with a direct flight from Canberra Airport to Fiji. Or transit via Fiji to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver, Singapore, Hong Kong or Tokyo.
There’s never been a better time to fly and now you can go further with Canberra Airport.
Game Day Charity: Roundabout Canberra
Our 50-50 Charity Raffle proceeds from Round 22 will be going to our Game Day Charity, Roundabout Canberra. Raffle tickets will be available online and to purchase at the game, with 50% of the prize pool going to one lucky winner and the remaining amount minus admin fees to the charity.
Donating this round will assist Roundabout Canberra, who provide safe, high quality essential baby and children's items to families in need through our network of community.
Raffle tickets can be purchased online at https://5050charityraffle.com.au/raiders and at the game on Saturday afternoon.
The lucky winner will be drawn in the second half of the NRL Round 22 match, Raiders v Knights.
Game Day Theme: Women in League
Harvey Norman Women in League Round is back for 2023.
This week, we’re calling on the Rugby League community to celebrate how far we’ve come and recognise we’re far from done.
There’s more to do to create equal opportunity across the game and keep building pathways for women, on and off the field.
From grassroots fields, to corporate boardrooms, it’s up to all of us to keep playing our part for progress, because there’s more to play for.
To find out more about pathways for women in Rugby League, those who are pioneering the way and how you can play your part, head to nrl.com/women-in-league.
Harvey Norman Women in League Round.
Play your part. There’s more to play for.
Game Day Entertainment
Around the Grounds
- Raiders Shop (West Forecourt and South Inner Bowl)
- Canberra Airport Fijian Dancers (West Forecourt)
- 50-50 Charity Raffle (Roaming sellers in Forecourts)
- Roundabout Canberra (West Forecourt)
- The Huddle (West Forecourt)
- NRLW Flag Giveaway, first 5,000 people into the venue (West and East entrance)
- Harvey Norman Thundersticks giveaway (around the ground)
Pre-Games
- Game Day Breakdown (Ben Pollack and Kat Slavich)
- Member Birthday Shoutout
- Toyota Forklifts Greatest Fan Cam Giveaway
- Viking Clap Ceremony led by Australia's Federation Guard and Viking Ambassador Minister Yvette Berry for the NRLW & Nicole Fleming for the NRL
- Guard of Honour
In-Game
- Macca's Powerplay
- Denman Prospect Points for Cash (NRL game only)
Half-Times
- Duxton Cam Giveaway
- Macca's Mini Footy (NRLW Half-Time): Yass Magpies v Tathra Sea Eagles, Bega Roosters v Yenda Blueheelers
- Canberra Airport Activity (NRL Half-Time)
- Guard of Honour
Post-Game
- Toyota Forklifts Football Giveaway
- Home 4 Homes Donation
- NRLW Signing Session (Post NRL full-time, West Lounge South)
Experience Participants
- Member Viking
- Junior Viking
- Guard of Honour
- Coin Toss
- Warm-Up
Ticketing Information
Purchasing Tickets
Non-Member ticketing can be purchased via Ticketek: www.ticketek.com.au. Buying online is cheaper than purchasing casual tickets at the gate.
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.
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/
Ticket Collection
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.
Please note that the NRLW Signing Session will occur at the conclusion of the NRL Fixture in the West (Southern end) Lounge.
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% Food Discount
- Members 10% 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 and South Concourse. These outlets will open at 12:20pm and close at the end of NRL half-time (approx. 3:50pm).
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 NRLW match is live on Channel 9, 9Now and Kayo.
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
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.
