Round 3

Hawthorn v Geelong 
Monday 1 April 2024 
Gates: Pubic - 1:30pm | MCC - 1:00pm
Bounce: 3:20pm
MCG  

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For those unable to make the Round 3 clash, tune in to Channel 7 or Kayo for the action live from 3:00pm!

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Train

There are two train stations close to the MCG. Jolimont (otherwise known as MCG Station) is north of the ground and offers a five-minute stroll through Yarra Park to the ground. From any railway station in the central business district, take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines.

The other station is Richmond on the south eastern side of the MCG. It's a slightly longer walk to the ground but you can walk past the Punt Road Oval to the Shane Warne Stand side.

To get to Richmond station from the city, take any train on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein, Glen Waverley, Dandenong, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Frankston or Sandringham lines.

Tram

Three tram routes provide access to the MCG.

  • No. 75 (City-Vermont South) travels along Flinders St and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade.
  • No. 48 (Docklands/City-North Balwyn) travels along Collins Street and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade. Both these routes stop just outside the MCG.
  • No. 70 (Docklands/City-Wattle Park) travels along Flinders Street then detours via Melbourne Park and the tram stop is a short walk across the footbridge to the ground.

Buses 

The Bus route 246 is run by National Bus Company, which links La Trobe University with Elsternwick Station in a useful service for patrons from the northern and southern suburbs. The 246 stops in Punt Road, just a punt kick from the ground.

Parking 

Car parking is usually available at the MCG in Yarra Park on event days. This land is controlled by the Melbourne Cricket Club and managed on event days by Care Park.

Parking costs $10 per vehicle and is payable by eftpos only. Please note that we can no longer accept cash and vehicles unable to pay via card will unfortunately not be allowed entry to Yarra Park. Please note that, in an effort to improve safety in the park, pedestrians are given priority in Yarra Park when exiting MCG events. This is expected to cause a delay to vehicles being able to exit the park.

View latest details about car park opening times.

Occasionally parts of Yarra Park are closed to save the grass after heavy rain. Street parking is very limited.

Parking in high-rise parking buildings in the CBD is another option for MCG visitors.

Road Disruptions 

There will be lane closures on Footscray Road, Docklands. Coaches also replace trains on sections of the Shepparton Line.

To plan your journey ahead of time click here! 



Dare To Hope 

This weekend marks the third ‘Dare to Hope’ match that Hawthorn has supported the Paul Dear Pancreatic Cancer Fund at Pancare Foundation. 
  
The match came about when Hawthorn Premiership Player and Norm Smith Medalist, Paul Dear, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer to create awareness for this shocking illness. Sadly, Paul lost that battle in 2022, the week prior to the first Dare to Hope match. However, his inspirational family led by wife Cherie Dear and awesome kids continued this vision.
 
Purchase your Dare to Hope scarf and support the cause here or at the MCG on game day! 

Collect your Dare to Hope clap banner at the gates on entry with GO CATS on the back.