GWS GIANTS v Port Adelaide
Sunday April 17, 1.10pm
Manuka Oval, Canberra
Gate Opening:
11am - Gates Open
12pm - Juniors Clubs March
1.10pm - GWS GIANTS v Port Adelaide
Due to expected rain in Canberra, the round 3 NEAFL match between the WSU GIANTS and Canberra Demons will now be played at Allinsure Park (Queanbeyan) at 9.30am.
Tickets:
Make sure you get along to Manuka Oval, Canberra for the GIANTS’ second home game of the season as we take on Port Adelaide in round four of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season this Sunday, April 17 at 1.10pm.
Tickets are going fast and the GIANTS are on track for another big crowd with round two’s clash against the Cats the first sell-out of the season.
The GIANTS encourage anyone planning to attend the match to pre-purchase their tickets to avoid match day ticket queues. Arrive early to watch the WSU GIANTS take on the Canberra Demons from 9:30am in the pre-match curtain raiser.
Tickets start from $24 for an adult, $5 for a junior and just $53 for a family of two adults and two kids. ACT GIANTS members can also upgrade their general admission seats to a reserved seat for a special members rate.
CLICK HERE to get your tickets now!
Visit www.ticketek.com.au/GIANTS to buy your tickets through the Ticketek website, call 13 28 49 or visit any Ticketek agency.
2016 ACT Membership:
Are you on board yet for 2016? Now’s the best time to sign up and get great value for money with three huge games in Canberra this season.
The GIANTS take on Port Adelaide in round four, Richmond in round 19 and you also get your choice of a game at Spotless Stadium in Sydney.
ACT memberships start from as little as $32 for a junior and $89 for an adult.
Visit membership.gwsgiants.com.au to find the right membership package for you or call 1300 442 687 for more information.
G-MAN’s GIANTS:
To stay up to date with where G-MAN is going and what is happening at GIANTS HQ, sign up and become part of G-MAN'S GIANTS!
It’s free to join and all G-MAN's GIANTS receive a birthday card from G-MAN, G-MAN’s GIANTS membership card, Kids in the Park football clinic invite, a welcome letter from G-MAN and a sticker sheet.
You also get FREE entry to two GIANTS home games at Spotless Stadium or Manuka Oval with this week’s match against Port Adelaide one of the included matches.
Click here for more
Diversity Shield:
The GIANTS and Port Adelaide will be playing for the Diversity Shield. Formerly called the Transfield Services Shield, the two teams have been playing for the Shield since 2012 when the GIANTS first entered the AFL competition. The Shield is a celebration of the diversity and passion of both clubs’ wider communities and one of the fundamental values which underpins the Broadspectrum (formerly Transfield Services) business.
Milestones:
If selected, defender Joel Patfull will play his 200th game against Port Adelaide. Patfull played 182 games for Brisbane before being traded to the GIANTS at the end of the 2014 season. He was named the Lions Club Champion in 2012 and 2013 and finished third in 2014. He has played 17 games for the GIANTS and made his first appearance for 2016 against the Swans last weekend.
Location:
Manuka Oval is located on Manuka Circle, Griffith ACT 2603.
New Additional Entrance:
Located immediately next to the Western entrance on Manuka Circle, this gate will take you straight into the family zone where a DJ, face painters and all the GIANTS inflatables are located along with a brand new Toyo Tires Game On! activation.
Public Transport and Parking:
Bus: Free chartered buses will be running for GIANTS members and Ticket holders for all the GIANTS games at Manuka Oval, Canberra this season. Head to ACTION Buses for more details.
ACTION Buses operate a number of buses from and to the following bus interchanges:
- Gungahlin Town Centre
- Woden
- Tuggeranong
- City
- Belconnen Interchanges
The specific times for each service can be found at: ACTION Busesor by phoning 13 17 10.
Car: Public car parking is available at a number of locations around Manuka Oval including Kingston Shopping Centre; Manuka Shopping Centre, Kingston Oval and surrounding streets.
Patrons are reminded not to leave valuables in their cars as they are responsible for the security of their own vehicles
Disabled Parking is directly outside the Main Gate of Manuka Oval with limited spaces available. Vehicles must display authorised permits to gain access.
Major Event Parking: General Parking is available at Kingston and Manuka Shopping Centres, Kingston Oval and surrounding streets. Please refer to the seating plan to see which entrance would be most convenient to gain access to your seats.
To view the parking map click here
Match Day Activities:
GIANTS matches are packed full of fun for the whole family and 2016 will be bigger and better than ever.
Junior clubs from all over Canberra and the ACT will do a pre-game march around Manuka Oval to celebrate their AFL juniors season so make sure you’re at the ground early to cheer on more than 1000 local junior players.
- Kids Zone
- Inflatables
- Giveaways
- Face painting
- Colouring in
- G-MAN appearances
- Kick to Kick on the field after the game
You can also pick up some gear from the merchandise tent or visit the membership marquee to sign up now!
Toyo Tires - GAME ON!:
Visit Toyo Tires at the Fan Zone to Get Your Game On! Test out your skills or take a selfie using the hashtag #driventoperform for the chance to WIN at the game.
#TrueColours:
Be seen at the game! Show your pride by wearing your GIANTS club gear, upload your pic to Instagram and #TrueColours for your chance to WIN a $200 merchandise voucher. Plus, the AFL will selected one fan each week to represent the Virgin Australia All Australian Fan Team and WIN 2 tickets to a 2016 AFL Final Game. Show your #TrueColours GIANTS fans!
Broadcast Information:
The game will be LIVE on Fox Footy (channel 504) and 7mate across NSW and the ACT from 1.00pm. The GIANTS will also have full coverage on their Twitter and Facebook pages.
Click here for more information
Team:
The GIANTS will name an extended 25-man squad on Thursday at 6.25pm on gwsgiants.com.au. The final 22-man team will be named at 5pm on Friday.
Match Day Partners:
Match Partner:
Broadspectrum
Braodspectrum are the proud Match Day partner of this week’s game with the two sides to play for the Diversity Shield (formerly known as the Transfield Services Shield). You can also grab a flag from the Broadspectrum marquee for your chance to win a signed football and leave your handprint on a canvas at the Broadspectrum marquee.
Broadspectrum delivers a broad range of services that are essential to clients across multiple sectors. They operate in the Defence, Property, Social, Infrastructure, Resources and Industrial sectors, and provide Logistics and Facilities Management, Consulting, Construction, Care and Welfare, Operations and Maintenance, Well Servicing and Business Support services.
Community Partner:
Canberra Hospital Foundation
The Canberra Hospital Foundation launched in 2011 and assists the Canberra Hospital to provide exceptional clinical care for Canberra and surrounding regions. The Foundation raises funds for equipment, research and to enhance facilities for patient and family centred care.
