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Rugby Australia Media Release: 2020 HSBC Sydney 7s locked in at Bankwest Stadium this February

The HSBC Sydney 7s will head to the jewel in the crown of Sydney Stadia, Bankwest Stadium for the 2020 tournament to be played from February 1-2.

Having had three successful years at Allianz Stadium in Sydney and a fourth at Spotless Stadium at Sydney Olympic Park, the fifth edition of the hugely popular tournament will light up Sydney’s west over two action-packed days.

The unique colour and atmosphere of the HSBC World Series Sevens will bring together fans from across the globe to create the ultimate sports and entertainment experience at the new world class Parramatta venue.

Bankwest Stadium precinct will be transformed into a Rugby festival with live bands, rides, interactive entertainment, the kids’ zone, and plenty of places to eat and drink, coupled with the best Rugby Sevens athletes from across the world doing battle less than six months out from the Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Fan-favourites that have become synonymous with the HSBC Sydney 7s will return with Dance Cam, Kiss Cam, The Gun show, and Karaoke all to feature again in the 2020 edition. There will also be some new additions and surprises to be announced over the coming months.

Rugby Australia Chief Executive, Raelene Castle said: “We are looking forward to taking the HSBC Sydney 7s to Bankwest Stadium, continuing our drive to showcase the event in Sydney’s west.

“The fan experience at Bankwest Stadium is nothing short of world class and it will lift the event to another level in 2020.

“It is a huge year for Rugby Sevens next year with the Tokyo Olympic Games and those who come along to Bankwest Stadium in February will find out why it is one of the fastest growing sports on the planet.

“The HSBC Sydney 7s is a wonderful celebration of different nationalities and cultures, with supporters flocking from the Pacific Islands, Europe, Africa and America. Sydney has earned the reputation as one of the most popular stops on the World Series circuit for players and fans alike.”

NSW Minister for Tourism and Western Sydney, Stuart Ayres said: “Bankwest Stadium will be the perfect fit for the HSBC Sydney 7s tournament.

“The Sydney 7s is an exciting event in our State’s calendar – it’s as much about the enthusiastic fans in the stands as it is about the players on the field,” Mr Ayres said.

“About half of Sydney’s population lives in Western Sydney and it’s among the fastest growing regions in NSW, so it makes perfect sense to hold this fantastic multicultural sporting event at the new state-of-the-art Bankwest Stadium, where there isn’t a bad seat in the house!

“Not only will it help grow the game of rugby union, but it will also encourage more people to spend a weekend in Western Sydney and make the most of what this beautiful region has to offer.”

Fans are encouraged to take advantage of the early bird ticket offer and register at sydney7s.com.au for the early bird prices.

The HSBC Sydney 7s is supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW.

See more event details for the HSBC Sydney 7’s below:

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Game Day Guide: Easter Monday NRL Round 6 Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers

Game Day Guide: Easter Monday NRL Round 6 Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers

Game Day Guide: History will be made this Easter Monday when a sold-out crowd of 30,000 fans packs in to Bankwest Stadium for Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers.

The two Bankwest Stadium home clubs will go toe-to-toe in the first sporting event to be played at the brand new venue.

With a big crowd on the way it’ll be a busy day in and around Parramatta, so we’ve put together all the info you need to make the most of the historic occasion.

Timings

Fans are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy everything the first sporting event at Bankwest Stadium has to offer.

  • 12:45pm: Gates Open
  • 1:30pm: Kick-off – Canterbury Cup: Wentworthville Magpies v Western Suburbs Magpies
  • 4:00pm: Kick-off – NRL: Eels v Wests Tigers

Getting Here

Fans are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the fact that public transport is included in all tickets and Club Memberships.

Regular train and bus services will be travelling to and from the Parramatta Transport Interchange on Monday, with Bankwest Stadium a short 10-minute walk away.

For the most up-to-date transport information, and to plan your trip, head to the Transport for NSW Event Page here

There is no public parking on-site at Bankwest Stadium. The best travel option is public transport, but if you must drive information on parking in Parramatta City is available on the City of Parramatta website here.

A dedicated accessible shuttle bus will run between Parramatta Interchange and Bankwest Stadium from 1:30pm to 7:45pm. Picking up and dropping off from Argyle St (just after Church St near Parramatta Westfield) and O’Connell St outside Parramatta Leagues Club.

Pre-Game Activities and Entertainment

There will be plenty of pre-game activity and a buzz of excitement inside and outside Bankwest Stadium ahead of the main game.

A host of activities will be available for fans in the precinct  with a kick the ball activation, animal display, rides, a DJ, stilt walkers, dartball, Eels Cheerleaders and mascots and much more.

On entry the Eels will be distributing 30,000 commemorative flags plus there’ll be face painters and photo-booths on the concourse.

Before kick-off in the main game there’ll be an official ceremony with a Welcome to Country, National Anthem, band entertainment, Eels Hall of Famers on the field, the raising of the Blue & Gold Army flag and a representation from each Parramatta Eels Junior League Club.

Plenty to keep you entertained before the game starts!

Tickets

The historic Easter Monday clash is a sold-out event with the only way to secure a seat to become a Parramatta Eels Member. Check out the seating map here.

Remember that Ticketek is the only official ticket-seller for events at Bankwest Stadium. Fans should ensure they always purchase their tickets via Ticketek rather than any third-party sellers like Viagogo. To check your ticket call Ticketek on 132 849.

Bankwest Stadium WiFi

Make sure you take advantage of the Bankwest Stadium Free WiFi! Just look for the network “Bankwest Stadium FREE WiFi” in your settings.

Food and Beverage

Bankwest Stadium boasts a huge range of affordable and unique food and beverage options with specialty outlets spread along the Level 1 Concourse.

Fans will pay less than $5 for seven of the key footy fare staples at Bankwest Stadium:

  • Vili’s beef pie (160g): $4.90
  • Classic hot dog: $4.90
  • Regular hot chips (12oz): $4.90
  • Vili’s sausage roll (110g): $4.50
  • Regular coffee (8oz): $3.90
  • Coca-Cola original (600ml): $4.90
  • Mount Franklin water (600ml): $4.30

In addition to the footy staples, Bankwest Stadium boasts nine specialty food outlets which feature our “High Street” food options – meals inspired by the diversity of the local food community in Parramatta and Western Sydney.

Among the more substantial meals that will be sold at the retail outlets are:

  • Hokkien Noodle Stiryfry with Chicken, Asian Vegetables and Toasted Sesame;
  • Angus Beef Burger with Cheese;
  • Roasted Spicy Buffalo Wings with Ranch Dressing;
  • Salt and Pepper Squid with Chips, Lemon and Aioli;
  • Two-Foot Long Hot Dog with Tomato Ketchup and Mustard;
  • Western Sydney BBQ Pulled Pork Roll with Coleslaw.

Make sure you explore the concourse on Easter Monday to see all the different food and beverage options on offer.

Bankwest Stadium proud to officially partner with Ronald McDonald House

Bankwest Stadium proud to officially partner with Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Western Sydney

Crystelle Cordero

Bankwest Stadium is pleased to announce charity Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Western Sydney as its official Major Charity Partner in 2019.

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry said today: “Bankwest Stadium is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of all Australians, and as a thriving hub of community activity, Bankwest Stadium understands and embraces the opportunity it has to make a positive difference in the local community and in the lives of children who need it most.

“We recognise that sport can help to build communities through social inclusion and a sense of connection. It also binds families through shared experiences and achievements, where being a member of a fan club becomes a common point of connection.

“We’re proud to partner with Ronald McDonald House Westmead – who is just a 10-minute walk from our front gates, share our passion for promoting the health of young Australians, and partner with two of our home clubs, the Parramatta Eels and Western Sydney Wanderers.”

Venues NSW Chairman, Christine McLoughlin, said the partnership reaffirms the vision for Bankwest Stadium as an inclusive precinct that transcends professional sport.

“Bankwest Stadium will bring the Western Sydney community together for a range of events, festivals and experiences, and we are delighted that families staying at Ronald McDonald House Westmead will have the opportunity to enjoy everything this diverse precinct has to offer.”

Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Western Sydney CEO, Belinda Woolford said: “We are absolutely thrilled to be named as Major Charity Partner of Bankwest Stadium.

“As a local charity we can see the impact the stadium is going to have on Western Sydney, it will be a game changer for sport and entertainment in our region.

“Further to this, we know the families staying at the house will benefit from the opportunity to have a family day out at one of the many premium events scheduled at the Stadium, giving them much needed respite and family time during their difficult journey.”

Help us Test Your Bankwest Stadium at Wednesday Night Lights

Help us test your Stadium

Tonight’s Wednesday Night Lights spectacular will double as a test event for Bankwest Stadium in the lead-up to the historic first sporting event at the venue, Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers on Easter Monday.

The Stadium Team invites you to provide feedback on your experience, which will help the Stadium reach optimal function as soon as possible.

Not everything is perfect when you open a brand new Stadium and you are asked to help us test your Stadium.

As the Stadium comes to life, if you see something that’s not quite right, let us know by talking to our customer service staff, or fill out the customer feedback form here: https://bankweststadium.com.au/contact/

Bankwest Stadium kicks goals for Western Sydney economy

Sydney Business Chamber: Bankwest Stadium kicks goals for Western Sydney economy

The new Bankwest Stadium will turbocharge the Parramatta CBD and inject millions of dollars into the Western Sydney economy, according to analysis by the Western Sydney Business Chamber.

The analysis found that visiting sports fans and major event goers to the new stadium would spend more than $176 million in the next two years.

David Borger, Executive Director of the Western Sydney Business Chamber said, “The opening of the new Bankwest Stadium will see a surge of new visitations to Parramatta that we have never seen before.

This is now one the best stadiums in the country with a spectator experience unparalleled.

“The flow-on benefits from the stadium will be immense. Parramatta’s night-time economy will be supercharged.

“Parramatta will expect to see a wave of tourists – coming to watch sports games and concerts at Bankwest Stadium.

“Patrons making their way to and from the stadium will be stopping at one of the many cafes and restaurants nearby – boosting the vibrancy of Parramatta Eat Street. We will also see out-of-towners booking accommodation at local hotels,” Mr Borger said.

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry said Bankwest Stadium was designed for the fans with the event experience front of mind.

“Bankwest Stadium will provide a fantastic new stage for rugby league, football and rugby union with fans closer to the action than ever before. It will also host a range of community events and activities, business meetings, shows and concerts.

“More than 30 sport and entertainment events are already confirmed, with more to be announced. We will host hundreds of additional meetings and special events, and anticipate more than 600,000 people will walk through the gates of Bankwest Stadium in its first nine months of operation,” Mr Kerry said.

Bankwest Managing Director Rowan Munchenberg said Bankwest was thrilled to support this critical piece of community infrastructure in the vibrant, diverse and growing corridor of Western Sydney.

“The Bankwest Stadium partnership will send a clear message to the people of Western Sydney and, more broadly NSW, that we’ll continue to invest in products and services that meet their needs,” Mr Munchenberg said.

NRL Chief Executive Todd Greenberg said Bankwest Stadium would be a game-changerfor Sydney.

“Clearly, there are huge benefits for rugby league as a whole.

Parramatta, Wests Tigers and the Bulldogs will all use the new stadium this year and the Downer Rugby league World Cup 9s Sydney 2019 will be another event to showcase our sport in the new venue.

“Given the number of matches and events on show, the economic benefits will be significant not only for Western Sydney but for Sydney and NSW in general.

“This will show us not only what we have been missing when it comes to state-of-the-art stadia, but how the state can benefit economically from them,” Mr Greenberg said.

Parramatta Eels Club CEO Bernie Gurr said, “We are thrilled to be the anchor tenant and to showcase the benefits Bankwest Stadium will have on Parramatta’s economy when we play our first game at the stadium on April 22.

“With the refurbished Parramatta Leagues Club located adjacent to the Stadium, we look forward to putting on a spectacular game day experience for our Members and fans,” Mr Gurr said.

Western Sydney Wanderers CEO John Tsatsimas said, “The Wanderers arrival in Parramatta coincided with an economic boom that will positively impact Western Sydney for many years to come.

The infrastructure and development exemplified by Bankwest Stadium will continue to drive this thriving economy and platform for social engagement,” Mr Tsatsimas said.

Rugby Australia Chief Executive Raelene Castle said Bankwest Stadium would finally give Sydney a genuine world-class rectangular venue.

“We are looking forward to seeing the Qantas Wallabies take on Samoa in the first Rugby Test match at the venue on September 7.

“Rugby fans will have the opportunity to experience a stadium that is purpose-built for our game and is designed to create an atmosphere that will ensure the Wallabies get a fitting send-off before they embark on their Rugby World Cup campaign in Japan,” Ms Castle said.

Venues NSW CEO Paul Doorn said, “Bankwest Stadium is truly `The People’s Stadium’ – a stadium for everyone. Whether for sport, entertainment, business, community or cultural events, Bankwest Stadium is a unique facility that every person in NSW can access and enjoy.

“This stadium will quickly become part of the fabric of booming Western Sydney and a centre of celebration in our community,” Mr Doorn said.

Allocation Exhausted for Wednesday Night Lights

Allocation Exhausted for Wednesday Night Lights

Julian Keith

The rush to experience events at Bankwest Stadium continues with all casual tickets for Wednesday Night Lights now exhausted.

A crowd in excess of 10,000 people is on the way for the Wednesday night event that will feature a Stadium light show in conjunction with an Eels training session and meet-the-players opportunity.

Parramatta Eels Members are entitled to access the venue by scanning in on their 2019 Member Cards.

Bankwest Stadium opened to the public on Sunday when more than 30,000 people walked through the turnstiles for the Community Open Day.

Wednesday Night Lights is a test event for the venue in the lead-up to the historic sold-out first sporting event featuring the Eels against Wests Tigers on Easter Monday and it will be the first time fans get to experience the Stadium’s fully integrated lighting technology.

The Stadium will be bathed in blue and gold as the Eels undertake an important training session before the Easter Monday clash.

Key Timings

  • 5:30pm: Gates Open
  • 6:00pm: Stadium Light Show
  • 6:30pm: Eels Training Session Commences
  • 7:30pm: Eels Training Session Concludes
  • 7:45pm: Player Autograph Session

Fans to Feast on Affordable Food and Beverage Range at Bankwest Stadium

Fans to Feast on Affordable Range of Food and Beverages at Bankwest Stadium

  • Fans will pay less than $5 for seven key footy fare staples at Bankwest Stadium;
  • The footy staples will be complemented by an exciting range of meals inspired by the diverse Western Sydney community;
  • Bankwest Stadium opened to the public for the first time on Sunday 14 April, with more than 30,000 fans attending the Community Open Day.

Julian Keith

The new Bankwest Stadium will feature a range of value-based affordable food and beverage offerings that will help make a day at the footy more affordable for fans and their families.

Bankwest Stadium opened its doors for the first time on Sunday 14 April, with more than 30,000 fans attending a Community Open Day.

The Wednesday Night Lights event from 6.30pm Wednesday 17 April will double as a test event for the Stadium while featuring a light show, Parramatta Eels training session and a meet-the-players opportunity. Every fan will be entitled to a complimentary drink on entering Bankwest Stadium.

The historic first sporting event will be Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers on Easter Monday 22 April – an event that is already a sell-out.

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry said today the stadium team had worked closely with Venues NSW, the government agency that oversees the venue, and the sporting clubs that use it to ensure fans get value for money when they enjoy food and beverages at the Stadium.

“Bankwest Stadium was built for the fans and ultimately what we are trying to do is make a day or night at the footy more affordable,” Mr Kerry said.

“This Stadium will offer an unparalleled event experience with fans closer to the action than ever before, and we are doing everything we can to encourage people to leave their lounge rooms and get out to the footy.

“We are confident fans will feel they are getting good value for their money when they buy food and beverages at Bankwest Stadium.”

Fans will pay less than $5 for seven of the key footy fare staples at Bankwest Stadium:

  • Vili’s beef pie (160g): $4.90
  • Classic hot dog: $4.90
  • Regular hot chips (12oz): $4.90
  • Vili’s sausage roll (110g): $4.50
  • Regular coffee (8oz): $3.90
  • Coca-Cola original (600ml): $4.90
  • Mount Franklin water (600ml): $4.30

Mr Kerry said food and beverage prices were generally up to 20 per cent lower than normal in the public areas. He said families and fans would also be able to bring their own food and non-alcoholic, non-glass bottled drinks from home.

Bankwest Stadium General Manager of Catering, Andreas Breitfuss, said Bankwest Stadium’s 14 permanent affordable food and beverage outlets and 13 mobile kiosks in the public areas would carry all the game-day food staples that fans enjoy at the footy. Outlets will also feature a range of food and beverage items that reflect the diversity of Western Sydney and considers the changing tastes of consumers across NSW.

“There will be an exciting range of food options that highlights the flavours of local operators in the community, promotes local providores, and showcases NSW growers, producers and winemakers,” Mr Breitfuss said.

“We like to call these our High Street foods – meals inspired by the diversity of the local food community in Parramatta and Western Sydney.”

Aside from the affordable food, the more substantial meals that will be sold at the retail outlets at Bankwest Stadium are:

  • Hokkien Noodle Stiryfry with Chicken, Asian Vegetables and Toasted Sesame;
  • Angus Beef Burger with Cheese;
  • Roasted Spicy Buffalo Wings with Ranch Dressing;
  • Salt and Pepper Squid with Chips, Lemon and Aioli;
  • Two-Foot Long Hot Dog with Tomato Ketchup and Mustard;
  • Western Sydney BBQ Pulled Pork Roll with Coleslaw.

Cups of beer (425ml) have been priced as follows:

  • Light beer – $6.50
  • Australian lager – $7.20
  • Imported beer – $8.50

*Mid-strength beer served in the public areas.

**The Stadium is working with home clubs on the provision of an exclusive Members’ bar.

Bankwest Stadium will feature 3000 corporate seats, two Premium Terraces and Australia’s first dedicated Field Club in a rectangular stadium.

Host clubs will be able to entertain sponsors and/or Members on the Premium Terraces, while the Field Club will be an exclusive offering where guests will be able to watch players enter and exit the field of play while viewing the game at ground level.

Corporate clients will enjoy premium food and beverages – again promoting local providores and showcasing NSW growers, producers and winemakers.

30,000 fans on the way for the opening of the new Bankwest Stadium

30,000 fans on the way for the opening of the new Bankwest Stadium

  • Bankwest Stadium Community Open Day is Sunday 14 April;
  • Tickets to the Open Day are FREE and include public transport to and from Parramatta;
  • Fans need to redeem a ticket via Ticketek: ticketek.com.au/openday;
  • The ticket allocation for the 11am session is already fully exhausted;

Julian Keith

The stage is set for a grand opening of Bankwest Stadium, with almost 30,000 people having already redeemed tickets to see inside the new home of sport and entertainment in Western Sydney.

Tickets to the Bankwest Stadium Community Open Day are free and include public transport to and from Parramatta, with fans only needing to choose a session time and redeem a ticket via Ticketek.

The one-hour sessions inside the Stadium commence at 9:30am and continue through the day.

The ticket allocation for the 11am session is already fully exhausted, with all 8000 tickets snapped up by fans itching to experience the new Stadium.

Tickets are still available for all other sessions at the Community Open Day:

  • 9:30am
  • 11:00am (ticket allocation exhausted)
  • 12:30pm
  • 2:00pm

Club legends, mascots and available players from home clubs the Parramatta Eels, Western Sydney Wanderers, Wests Tigers and NSW Waratahs will all be part of the Open Day as Members and fans see the Stadium for the first time.

NSW Minister for Sport John Sidoti today encouraged fans to come out and enjoy the Community Open Day on Sunday.

“This Stadium will be a game-changer for sport in NSW and indeed will be a facility for everyone in our community, with the venue to host a range of sport, entertainment, business and cultural events each year,” he said.

“The Community Open Day is an opportunity for the public to see this magnificent new Stadium and the facilities that it will provide for the public, as well as our sporting codes and clubs.”

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry said there were still plenty of free tickets available for the Open Day.

“This Stadium is unashamedly for the fans and you can gauge the level of excitement in the community by the number of people who have already locked in their tickets for Open Day,” Mr Kerry said.

“Ticket-holders will see how much closer to the action they will be and get to mingle with representatives from the clubs and codes that will call the Stadium home in 2019.

“Open Day is also about the fans helping us test their Stadium before the big events start in 2019.”

Bankwest Executive General Manager Customer Experience, Andrew Chanmugam said he was looking forward to seeing the local community enjoying the benefits of the new stadium in the heart of Western Sydney.

“Bankwest Stadium is positioned at the core of the one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions and reflects our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers in Sydney and across NSW.”

Inside the Stadium on Sunday, ticket-holders will be able to loop around the Level 1 Concourse, find their seats for upcoming events, and experience the steep grandstands and other unique design aspects of Bankwest Stadium.

As they move through the Stadium, fans will also be able to explore Australia’s first Field Club and the warm-up rooms, and get side-of-field to experience what it’s like to be at pitch level.

More than 30 sport and entertainment events have already been locked in at Bankwest Stadium for this year and early 2020, with more to be announced.

The historic first sporting event – an Easter Monday NRL blockbuster between Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers – will be a 30,000-seat sell-out event.

The Stadium will also host a range of business, cultural and community events and activities.

100 days to go until Western Sydney Wanderers v Leeds United at Bankwest Stadium

100 days to go until Western Sydney Wanderers v Leeds United at Bankwest Stadium

Julian Keith

Today marks 100 days to go until the Western Sydney Wanderers return to Parramatta to play Leeds United at Bankwest Stadium on Saturday 20 July.

The showpiece international will be the first football game played at the new Bankwest Stadium with Wanderers fans set to experience the revolutionary atmosphere for the first time.

Leeds United currently sit second in England’s Sky Bet Championship and are well on track for a shot at promotion to the English Premier League.

As many as 7000 Leeds United fans are expected at the game, a testament to their strong Australian following.

But it’ll be a home crowd come 20 July with Wanderers fans eagerly snapping up tickets to the first game at their new home.

Tickets to Western Sydney Wanderers v Leeds United are available via Ticketek here

Western Sydney Wanderers CEO John Tsatsimas says the club can’t wait to be part of the first football game at Bankwest Stadium.

“We are very excited about our return to Bankwest Stadium and there is no better way to open the stadium for football than with a match against storied English football club Leeds United,” said Mr Tsatsimas.

“Bankwest Stadium is a world-class venue and we are looking forward to giving our members and fans an experience to remember against Leeds.”

Leeds United captain Liam Cooper says the players are excited to make the trip Down Under and see their Australian fans.

“We have a lot to focus on in England for the next five weeks, but as soon as our season ends, we will be able to start looking forward to our trip to Australia and being involved in the first football game to be played at the Bankwest Stadium in Parramatta,” said Cooper.

“It’s an occasion which we all feel very honoured to be involved in. We also plan on spending time in Parramatta and learning more about the local area and its culture as well as meeting the locals and all those who have travelled over from Leeds.”

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry has called on all football fans to come and be part of this historic event.

“There’s been a really strong response to this event and we’re excited to showcase football at Bankwest Stadium for the first time,” said Mr Kerry.

“This is a great chance for football fans to come and experience this amazing new venue.”

The Wanderers are set to play all 13 home matches at Bankwest Stadium from the Hyundai A-League 2019/2020 season.

The Wanderers’ W-League team will also play matches at Bankwest Stadium from next season.

The game will mark a historic day for football in Australia with the activation of the country’s first safe-standing terrace in the Red & Black Active area in the northern end of Bankwest Stadium.

Win for fans with transport included in all NRL games at Bankwest Stadium

Win for fans with transport included in all NRL games at Bankwest Stadium

  • All 14 NRL games at Bankwest Stadium in 2019 will include travel to and from Parramatta on public transport;
  • Parramatta Transport Interchange is a short walk from Bankwest Stadium;
  • Fans will be able to take advantage of the integrated ticketing for public transport from the first game – Eels v Wests Tigers on Easter Monday. Integrated public transport is also in place for the Community Open Day this Sunday;
  • Up-to-date transport details for each event will be available at transportnsw.info and the Bankwest Stadium website www.bankweststadium.com.au 

Julian Keith

In a massive win for NRL fans across Sydney, return travel on public transport services will be included for all games played at Bankwest Stadium this season, commencing with the Parramatta Eels v Wests Tigers blockbuster on Easter Monday 22 April.

Event-goers will be able to catch the train, bus or other public transport services to and from Parramatta using just their event ticket or Club Membership, making public transport an attractive travel option for key events.

Nine Eels home games, four Wests Tigers home games and one Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs home game will include public transport to and from Parramatta.

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry today thanked the NSW Government and its agencies Venues NSW and Transport for NSW, as well as the Parramatta Eels, Wests Tigers and Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, for agreeing to the public transport initiative.

“Bankwest Stadium has been built for the fans and we want every part of the event experience at this magnificent new stadium to be enjoyable . . . and making it easier and more affordable for fans to get to and from the games is a big part of that,” Mr Kerry said.

Transport for NSW Coordinator General Marg Prendergast said extra customer service staff will be on the ground between Parramatta Interchange and Bankwest Stadium for the first few events to help people safely navigate their way to and from the venue.

“We know this brand new stadium will attract crowds of up to 30,000 and we want to make it as easy as possible for spectators to familiarise themselves with access to the venue,” Ms Prendergast said.

“We’ll have our friendly pink T-shirt customer service staff located at Parramatta train station and bus interchange and along Church Street, assisting event-goers with wayfinding information so they quickly adapt to the walking route,” Ms Prendergast said.

Venues NSW CEO Paul Doorn said having return transport included is a welcome addition to the game-day experience.

“The Stadium is committed to working with its event partners to deliver the very best game day experience for fans,” said Mr Doorn.

“Having integrated transport for all NRL games at Bankwest Stadium this season is a welcome enhancement to everything else fans will experience at their brand new stadium.”

Bankwest Stadium is a short 10-minute walk from the Parramatta Transport Interchange in the Parramatta CBD with regular train and bus services running to and from the hub plus additional services will run on event days.

An accessible shuttle bus service for patrons with a disability or mobility impairments will run between Parramatta Interchange and the Stadium on event days. The shuttle will pick up and drop off customers on Argyle Street near the Interchange and on O’Connell Street outside of the Parramatta Leagues Club just north of the Stadium.

For the most up-to-date transport details for each event and to plan your trip, visit transportnsw.info.

Bankwest Stadium officially opens this Sunday, with a Community Open Day.

Tickets to the Community Open Day are free and available to be redeemed via Ticketek here.

Integrated public transport ticketing at Bankwest Stadium will be offered to those attending the Community Open Day with fans invited into the new venue for the first time.

Wednesday Night Lights at Bankwest Stadium on Wednesday 17 April

Wednesday Night Lights at Bankwest Stadium

  • Bankwest Stadium will come to life under lights for the first time as the Parramatta Eels conduct an Open Training Session and Fans Evening on Wednesday 17 April;
  • The Wednesday Night Lights event will double as a test event for the new Stadium ahead of the first sporting event – Eels v Wests Tigers on Easter Monday;
  • The Wednesday Night Lights event will be capped at 7000 fans. The event is FREE but fans need to redeem a ticket at www.ticketek.com.au from 1pm Monday 8 April. Parramatta Eels Members can scan their Member Cards for access on the night;
  • The Stadium opens for the first time with a Community Open Day on Sunday 14 April. The Community Open Day is also FREE and includes return public transport by train and bus to Parramatta;
  • An invitation to Wednesday Night Lights will go out to all those involved in the construction and delivery of Bankwest Stadium.

Julian Keith

The Parramatta Eels will step out on to the new Bankwest Stadium for the first time for a special Open Training Session under lights on Wednesday 17 April . . . in the lead-up to the historic first sporting event Eels v Wests Tigers on Easter Monday.

Coach Brad Arthur will lead his squad on to the Bankwest Stadium arena for a training run before the Eels players meet the fans inside their magnificent new home.

The event – called Wednesday Night Lights – will showcase the integrated lighting technology that is one of many features that are set to revolutionise the spectator experience in NSW.

Wednesday Night Lights will double as a test event for Bankwest Stadium ahead of the historic first sporting event on Easter Monday.

Wednesday Night Lights will be capped at 7000 fans. The event is FREE but fans need to redeem a ticket from www.ticketek.com.au from 1pm Monday 8 April. Parramatta Eels Members will be able to scan their Member Cards for access on the night.

Bankwest Stadium is a 30,000-seat purpose-built rectangular stadium at Parramatta. It was funded by the NSW Government and delivered by Infrastructure NSW.

Construction consortium Lendlease built the Stadium that was designed by architect Populous.

Bankwest Stadium is owned by Venues NSW on behalf of the NSW Government, and is operated by VenuesLive, a leading provider of management and hospitality services to venues and events.

Bankwest Stadium opens for the first time with a Community Open Day on Sunday 14 April. This event is also FREE and includes return public transport by bus and rail to Parramatta. Fans also need to redeem a ticket for this event at www.ticketek.com.au/openday;

WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

Wednesday 17 April

Key Timings: 

  • 5:30pm: Gates Open
  • 6:00pm: Bankwest Stadium Lights show
  • 6:30pm: Eels Open Training Session
  • 7:30pm: Break
  • 7:45pm: Fans Session/Player signings & selfies
  • 8:30pm: Session Concludes

Tickets are FREE and available to be redeemed via Ticketek from 1pm Monday 8 April. 

Upcoming Events at Bankwest Stadium 

Bankwest Stadium joins Ticketek Network

Bankwest Stadium joins Ticketek Network

  • Bankwest Stadium joins ranks of major venues covered by Ticketek;
  • First event to test the new partnership is Bankwest Stadium Community Open Day on Sunday 14 April;
  • Tickets to the Community Open Day are free but must be redeemed through the Ticketek system here: ticketek.com.au/openday 

Julian Keith

Bankwest Stadium – the new home of sport and entertainment in Western Sydney – has today confirmed it has partnered with Ticketek Australia for all event ticketing going forward, starting with the Community Open Day on Sunday 14 April.

Bankwest Stadium joins the illustrious ranks of ANZ Stadium, MCG, SCG, Suncorp Stadium, Adelaide Oval and AAMI Park as major venues covered by ticketek.com.au, a premier ticketing, technology and marketing network.

Bankwest Stadium is the new 30,000-seat at Parramatta, acclaimed for its design that will bring fans closer to the action than ever before in Australia.

Bankwest Stadium is managed under the authority of NSW Government agency Venues NSW and is operated by VenuesLive. Ticketek is one of 14 businesses in ticketing, live entertainment and data analytics owned and operated by TEG, Asia Pacific’s largest integrated live entertainment company.

Bankwest Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry said today that Ticketek’s vast experience would stand the new stadium in good stead in its first year of operations.

“Bankwest Stadium will set a new standard in the event experience in Sydney and we are thrilled to have Ticketek on board to help us deliver events at the Stadium,” Mr Kerry said.

“We value the fact that Ticketek has its own local technology team to develop and deliver world-class customer experiences to Australian fans.

“We are particularly excited about Ticketek’s innovation in mobile ticketing and technology and the many benefits this will provide to fans and hirers at Bankwest Stadium.”

TEG CEO Geoff Jones today thanked Venues NSW and VenuesLive for the opportunity for Ticketek to be a foundation partner at Bankwest Stadium.

“Bankwest Stadium represents a step change in the live entertainment experience in Australia,” Mr Jones said.

“The breathtaking design, the sightlines and the proximity of seats to the action will produce atmospherics that will set new benchmarks.

“I am thrilled that Ticketek will be providing the exclusive ticketing, technology and digital marketing services at Bankwest Stadium and we all look forward to this exciting project coming to life.”

Ticketek is supporting the Bankwest Stadium Community Open Day on Sunday 14 April. So far more than 20,000 complimentary tickets have been reserved for the event, the first opportunity for fans itching to get a look inside the new venue.

Tickets to the Community Open Day include public transport to and from the event. Go to www.ticketek.com.au

The opening sporting event at Bankwest Stadium is the NRL Premiership Round 6 blockbuster between Parramatta Eels and Wests Tigers on Easter Monday 22 April.

The Bankwest Stadium event schedule for 2019 includes 14 NRL matches, Waratahs home Super Rugby matches, international football between Western Sydney Wanderers and English club Leeds United, the Wallabies versus Samoa rugby Test, Canterbury Cup NSWRL Grand Final Day, and the Downer Rugby League World Cup 9s Sydney 2019.

About Bankwest Stadium

Bankwest Stadium is a 30,000-seat purpose-built rectangular stadium in Parramatta, Sydney’s second CBD. Featuring the steepest grandstands in the country and superior sightlines from all seats, it takes fans closer to the action than ever before. It offers an unparalleled live sport and entertainment experience. The Stadium hosts a range of sport and entertainment events. It is also a thriving hub of community activity, hosting an array of meetings and special events. Bankwest Stadium is owned by Venues NSW, on behalf of the NSW Government, and operated by VenuesLive, a leading provider of management and hospitality services to venues and events.

About TEG

TEG is Asia Pacific’s leading Ticketing, Live Entertainment and Data Analytics business.  TEG includes Ticketek, TEG Live, TEG Dainty, TEG Analytics, TEG Insights, TEG Digital, Softix, Qudos Bank Arena, Eventopia, Life Like Touring, The Entertainment Store, Brickman Exhibitions and TEG Asia.www.teg.com.au

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