Geelong Cats CEO Brian Cook and star midfielder Mathew Stokes hosted the Australian Council for the Arts at Simonds Stadium this week.

The group, led by Chair and avid Cats supporter Rupert Myer AM, enjoyed a tour of the facilities including the renowned Deakin Cats Community Centre that has seen over 21,000 people use its facilities since opening last year.

The tour party also got a look at the behind the scenes activities in the football department as the Cats prepare to tackle Brisbane on Saturday night at Simonds Stadium.