About the Stadium
Getting there
Amenities
History
Conditions of Entry
Car Parking Information
Employment
Frequently Asked Questions
Images and Photos
Maps
Tours



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Transport

Travelling by Car
Car parking space is available around the Stadium and in the Westfield Shopping Centre should you bring your own vehicle to the football. Click here to view the car parking site map for suitable areas.

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Included in most event tickets is the cost of bus transport to and from AAMI Stadium via the SA Lotteries Footy Express Service. The SA Lotteries Footy Express transports thousands of football supporters to matches, translating into 30,000 fewer vehicles on the road each year. Click here to check Adelaide Metro timetables. Alternatively, call Adelaide Metro on 1300 311 108 for timetable information.

Services run up to two hours after the match for Crows games, to allow supporters to celebrate with the team in the Crows Shed.

Taxi
The new taxi rank is now operational and is located on Turner Drv on the Western side of AAMI Stadium. Please note that general taxis are not permitted in AAMI Stadium car park entries as these are no-standing areas.

Mobility access
On a match day, Access Cabs are permitted entry to enable patrons with disabilities to be dropped in close proximity to AAMI Stadium. Access cabs can use Gate E off West Lakes Boulevard at the Northern end of the Stadium, or the new drop off zone  through Gate K off Brebner Drive at the Southern End. For more information on facilities for disabled patrons at AAMI Stadium, click here.

Getting to the Administration Office
The SANFL Administration Office is open Monday-Friday between 8.30am and 5.15pm. Access to the office is through Gate J on Turner Drv. 

Match Day enquiries should be directed to the Members Information Centre, adj Gate 8, or by calling the Match Day Office on 8268 2088.

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Car Parking at AAMI Stadium

AAMI Stadium Members :

Members who have purchased a Season 2011 Members car park permit are entitled to park on Max Basheer Reserve on the eastern side of the Stadium. Entry is through Gate B from West Lakes Boulevard or Gate N from Brebner Drive. A strictly limited number of parking spaces are also available to Members with a parking permit in the northern car park. Entry is through Gate E. 

Public Parking :

Max Basheer Reserve / The Hanger:
Patrons are able to utilise the public car parking facilities in the car park adjacent to The Hanger. Entry is through Gate A from West Lakes Boulevard. Patrons are advised to get in early as there are a limited number of parks in this area. A section of the Max Basheer Reserve is also available. Entry is through Gate A from West Lakes Boulevard. A $12 charge applies. 

Westfield West Lakes :
Patrons are able to utilise the public car parking facilities in Westfield West Lakes Mall. Patrons are reminded that two (2) hour parking limits apply in some areas of the Westfield West Lakes car park. A $12 charge applies. 

It is recommended that patrons arrive at least 1 hour before the match commences to ensure a smoother entry into the car park and stadium.

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Daily Car Parking at AAMI Stadium 2011

Location Type Entry Gate Price

Max Basheer Reserve

   Daily Parking Gate A (West Lakes Blvd) $12
Max Basheer Reserve    Daily Parking Gate N (Brebner Drive)
* Port Adelaide games only
$12
Crows Shed    Daily Parking Gate A (West Lakes Blvd) $12
Westfield West Lakes    Daily Parking Entry via West Lakes Mall Car Parking Gates

$12

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Permit Car Parking at AAMI Stadium 2011

Location Type Entry Gate Price
Max Basheer Reserve Season Permit

Gate B (West Lakes Blvd) or
Gate N (Brebner Drive)

$145 - $190
Max Basheer Reserve Season Permit Gate E (West Lakes Blvd)
Limited Spaces Available
$145 - $190
Coterie Season Permit Gate A (West Lakes Blvd) $145

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Disabled Facilities - Stadium Access
DISABLED ACCESS - ENTRY GATES

Public Area - Gates 1, 2, 2a,  3, 4, 5
All entry gates in the Public Area have a pedestrian access gate next to the turnstiles.  Patrons requiring access through these gates will need to present their ticket to the Event Staff member stationed at the gates who will scan the ticket and allow entry.

Members Reserve - Gates 6, 7, 8, 9

Members who require disabled access will need to enter through the pedestrian gates at Gates 6 or 9. 
Should access through these gates be required, Members will need to present a letter from their medical practitioner stating the reason for the use of the pedestrian gates. 

Access through these gates will only be granted to Members who physically cannot get through the turnstiles at Gates 7 and 8. 

Members are reminded that granting access through the disabled access gates does not permit them to access the Stadium any earlier than specified Gate Opening times.  If patrons arrive prior to Gate opening time, they will still be required to line up. 

Disabled patrons may have one carer come through with them - all other patrons are required to utilise the turnstiles at Gates 7 and 8.

*Please note: For Port Adelaide matches - Gate 6 is accessible for wheelchair patrons only.  Other patrons requiring disabled access will be asked to use Gate 9 or the turnstiles at Gate 7.

Event Staff Members stationed at these gates will have a list of Members permitted access through the Gates. 

To arrange access through Members Gates 6 and 9, call the League Office – 8268 2088.

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Tour Highlights

Go behind-the-scenes at one of Adelaide's sporting landmarks, sign up for an AAMI Stadium tour at the Checkside today.Tour the magnificent oval, enter the 'inner sanctum' of the Power changerooms, take in the view from the media centre and catch a glimpse of the premier corporate suites.

Tour highlights include access to the following areas :

  • Oval and Surrounds
  • Magarey Room
  • Superboxes
  • Port Adelaide and Visiting team Change Rooms
  • Kitchen facilities
  • Crowmania Shop
  • Media Centre

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Cost
Tour Only
Children (Under 6) Free
Children (Under 13) $5.00 pp
Adults $8.00pp

Groups can stay on after the tour and have a meal in the Checkside Tavern.  Prices are listed below.

Tour and Meal

Kids $15 – choice of Fish and Chips, Chicken Bites, Pasta of the day; plus an Ice-Cream Sunda
Adults $24 – choice of beef/chicken schnitzel, crumbed garfish or Lemon Pepper Squid.

Meals are subject to change – please check with Tavern on meal choices at time of booking

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Operational Hours

Tours run all year round from Monday to Friday, at 10am or 2pm.

Bookings are essential, and can be made by contacting the Checkside Tavern - 8244 3244

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Where do tours depart?
Tours depart from the inside of the Checkside Tavern where you will start your Tour experience.
Car Parking is available through Gate J off Turner Drive, opposite K-Mart Tyre and Auto. 

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Schools Information

If you need assistance with your next school project, have a look at our AAMI Stadium Fact Sheet. This will give you all the up to date information about the Stadium and its history. This will definitely help you answer all your questions.

Should you requre any further information, please send a detailed request through to admin@sanfl.com.au

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Booking
Please contact the Checkside Tavern for all bookings. Group Bookings are welcome, however a minimum of 10 people are required to conduct a tour at AAMI Stadium.

Crows Tavern
Turner Drive, WEST LAKES
Telephone: 08 8244 3244
Email: ChecksideTavern@encoregroup.net.au

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Download a map of AAMI Stadium
To see a detailed Map of AAMI Stadium, including all Stadium entry gates and location of Amenities, click on the icon below.
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Download the AAMI Stadium Car Parking map
Download this Map to see the location of all Car Park Entry Gates, and the location of Disabeld and Public Parking Areas.
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Download a West Lakes Westfield Car Parking map
AFL football season Customer and football parking facilities at West Lakes Westfield

Westfield_Match_Day_Car_parking_2009.pdf (251kb)

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Arena Facts
Q: How big is the playing surface?
A: The playing surface covers approximately 2 hectares, with the average distance between the boundary line and fence being 6 metres.

The distance from one end to the other, goal to goal, is 165 metres.
From fence to fence, it is 177 metres.

The distance across the oval, from wing to wing, is 133metres.
From fence to fence it is 145 metres.

Q: What type of grass is grown on the surface?
A: The original turf consisted of 17 varieties of grass. The playing surface now is a combination of mainly couch and rye grass.

Q: How much drainage is necessary?
A: The playing surface is protected by 4kms of drainage piping, set 61cm below the surface. To assist with drainage, there is a fall of 92cm from the centre to the boundary.

Q: How does the surface get watered?
A: AAMI Stadium and the surrounding 17 hectares of parkland have a computerized watering system. The computer can be set to water the Stadium’s playing surface in as little as 13 minutes (when watering in fertilizer), or up to 10 hours when giving the surface a thorough soaking.

The League’s own 2 bores supply the water and can each pump 1000 litres of water per minute. There are 22 full circle sprinklers on the playing surface and a further 20 around the perimeter.

Q: How is the arena lit up at night?
A: AAMI Stadium has 4 light towers, each standing 55 metres high, and hosing 122 globes. The towers are automatically controlled at 4 different levels.

The cost of running level 1, 2 and 3 when turned on is over $400 per hour.

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AAMI Footy Facts
Q: When was the first game played?
A: The first match was played on May 4, 1974 between Central District Football Club 21.13 (139) and North Adelaide Football Club 16.13 (109)

The first official AFL premiership match was played on March 22, Round 1 of 1991, between the Adelaide Crows 24-11 (155) and Hawthorn9-15 (69), in front of 44,902 fans.

Q: Who kicked the first goal at Football Park?
A: Barry Hearl from the North Adelaide Football Club

Q: What is the seating capacity?
A: AAMI Stadium’s capacity is 51,224, the fourth highest capacity Stadium hosting AFL in Australia.

Q: When was the Northern Grandstand opened?
A: August 2001

Q: What is the capacity of the Northern Grandstand?
A: 7,000

Q: What is the record crowd at AAMI Stadium?
A: The highest crowd ever recorded was 66,897 (before the installation of seating) at the 1976 Grand Final, played between Sturt and Port Adelaide.

51,140 is the highest crowd recorded since the introduction of seating, and was at the Showdown between the Crows and the Power on 26 April 2003.

Q: How many people attend AAMI Stadium each year?
A: In the vicinity of 1 million people visit the Stadium each year.

Q: How many SANFL AAMI Stadium Members are there?
A: 19,500

Q: How many cars do the car parks at AAM Stadium hold?
A: 8,750 (including Westfield West Lakes)

Q: How many gates are there?
A: Six Public Gates, four Members Gates, and one Players' Gate.

Q: How many staff are employed during AFL games?
A: Approximately 800 staff work on a match day, including car park staff, gate staff, catering staff, and grounds and maintenance staff.

Q: How many changerooms are there at AAMI Stadium?
A: At AAMI Stadium there are five changerooms, as well as the Adelaide Football Club’s Player Facility (opened in 1994).

2005/2006 saw the redevelopment of the Port Adelaide changerooms at AAMI Stadium, as well as the construction of a crèche facility for Players’ children on Match Days.

Over the off season of 2006/2007, the remaining changerooms were redeveloped to create a larger Visiting Club changeroom, and a new Umpires changeroom, as well as a refurbishment of the 3 smaller changerooms.

Q: When were the Superscreens installed?
A: The first Superscreen was a Panasonic AZFT30 Astrovision screen and was launched on June 20, 1998.

The second Superscreen was launched on April 14 2007. On this day new LED panel scoreboards, located underneath the Superscreens, were also launched.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Superscreens and what are they made of?
A: The Superscreens are 68.9m square (11.04m wide x 6.24m high)

There are 192 cubic metres of concrete in the footings and structure of the Superscreen, and 52 tonnes of steel used in the Superscreen and Tri Vision Structure.

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Catering Facts

Q: How many kiosks are there at AAMI Stadium?
A: There are 18 kiosks, plus 12 outside catering vans. There are two bars in the members' area and five in the public area, as well as mobile bars located outside the ground on a match day.

Q: How many Corporate Hospitality Facilities are there at AAMI Stadium?

A: There are 153 Open Facilities, varying in size from four to 14 seats; 29 Enclosed Facilities ranging from eight to 12 person capacity; 27 Premier Facilities accommodating 14 people; and 33 Superboxes, with 18-20 person capacity.

Q: When was the Magarey Room opened?
Originally, the function room at AAMI Stadium, accommodation up to 400 people was opened on August 9, 1985. This was redeveloped to cater for up to 800 people, and re-opened as The Park Convention Centre on March 20, 1992 by then Prime Minister Paul Keating.

In 2007, the Convention Centre was renamed the Magarey Room, after SANFL legend William Magarey.

Q: How many kitchen staff are on duty for an AFL match day?
A: Eleven chefs, three apprentice chefs and 25 kitchen hands are rostered to work each AFL match day.

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Upgrades to AAMI Stadium

Development year
Seating in the outer 1982 1982
Concourse Roofing 1982 1982
Additional Electronic Scoreboard (Northern End) 1983 1983
Light Towers erected 1984 1984
TAB and SANL Administration building 1985 1985
Lift & Disabled Area 1987
Brick Paved Parking Area 1988
Changeroom 1 & 6 Fitout 1988
Oval No. 3 Lights Erected 1989
Original AFC gym built 1991
High Voltage Power Upgrade 1991
Additional Kiosks/Concessions 1991
Convention Centre and Kitchen Upgrade 1992
AFC Offices built 1992
No smoking policy introduced 1994
Additional PA System installed 1994
Park Pavilion Suites completed 1997
Upgrade of AFC gym and Administration building 1998
Northern Superscreen erected 1998
Undercover disabled Viewing Area 1999
New Media Centre 1999
Premier Facilities completed 2001
Northern Grandstand completed and opened 2001
New Bus Terminal opened 2001
AAMI Stadium Naming Rights 2002
Upgrade of Crows Tavern 2003
New bucket seating installed 2004
Upgrade of AFC Administration building 2004
Upgrade of Kiosks in Members Area 2006
Upgrade of PAFC Changeroom & Crèche 2006
Upgrade of Visiting Club Changeroom 2007
Southern Superscreen Erected 2007
New Public Address System installed 2007
Player Bunker Boxes on Oval upgraded 2007
Upgrade of Kiosks and Bars in Public Area 2007/2008

AAMI Grounds Facility opened 2008
New Crows facility 2009

 

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Location

AAMI Stadium is situated in West Lakes, a western suburb of Adelaide in South Australia. It is located immediately opposite the Westfield West Lakes Shopping Centre on Turner Drv, West Lakes.

To the west is approximately 1 kilometre of coastline, taking in the suburbs of Grange, West Beach and Glenelg.


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Encore Group at AAMI Stadium
Encore Group provides exclusive catering to AAMI Stadium, including corporate suites, functions and retail catering as well as numerous external events throughout Adelaide.

Encore Group are currently looking for enthusiastic and reliable people to join their team. Positions are available in the following areas :

Corporate Functions
Waiting Staff
Bar Staff

Corporate Facilities
Superbox Suite Personal Stewards
Corporate Facilities Attendants

Kitchen Department
Qualified Chef's
Kitchen hand/dish washers

Retail Catering
Kiosk Staff
Bar Staff

To be successful in any of these roles, you will need to have the following:

  • Passion for hospitality
  • Commitment to customer service
  • Immaculate grooming
  • The ability to work well under pressure

To register your interest in any of these roles, please send your resume, along with a covering letter stating the position/s you are interested in to the address below.

Email: jobs@encoregroup.net.au
Post: Encore Group, PO Box 1, West Lakes 5021
Fax: 8268 2233

Alternatively for further information visit www.encoregroup.net.au

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General Conditions
AAMI Stadium reserves the right to inspect / search bags brought into or out of AAMI Stadium.
  • Persons gaining unauthorised access to AAMI Stadium and / or the venue’s arena may be liable for prosecution.
  • Patrons who cause a disturbance, or refuse to comply with requests made by AAMI Stadium staff will be evicted from AAMI Stadium.
  • Pass-outs will be issued on match day. Patrons are advised that when re-entering the Stadium they must produce both their pass out and entry ticket.
  • Alcoholic beverages cannot be taken into or from AAMI Stadium by patrons.
  • Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside AAMI Stadium.
  • Customers wishing to bring personal items into AAMI Stadium do so at their own risk. AAMI Stadium will not be held responsible for any damages to, loss or theft of a patron’s personal property.
  • Umbrellas may be brought into the Stadium but for the comfort of others should not be put up.
  • Due to safety reasons, strollers and prams are not permitted into the Stadium’s seating bowl.
  • Unauthorised soliciting and customer surveying is not permitted.
  • Customers are not permitted to throw any objects around or within the AAMI Stadium seating areas.
  • Some sporting and other activities are dangerous. Patrons viewing such activities do so at their own risk. Patrons sitting behind the goals are advised to take care and watch for footballs being kicked during the warm up period and throughout the match.
  • Patrons are advised that the Stadium seats ‘flip up’ and to take care when standing and sitting

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Member Conditions
All Members and their guests must adhere to the rules and conditions of entry into the members Reserve set out by the SANFL. A full list of Member conditions detailing behaviour and appropriate footwear & clothing (ie. NO rubber thongs are permitted into the Members Reserve) can be found at: www.sanfl.com.au

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Refusal of Entry
For the comfort, safety and enjoyment of all patrons, AAMI Stadium management reserves the right to:
  • Refuse entry to any persons deemed to be intoxicated and / or disorderly;
  • Refuse entry to any unauthorised persons;
  • Refuse entry of items which have the potential to cause injury or public nuisance (ie large flags / banners, musical instruments etc).

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Restricted | Prohibited items
The following restricted / prohibited items are not permitted into AAMI Stadium:
  • Glass or cans;
  • Alcoholic beverages;
  • Flares / Fireworks;
  • Laser pointers;
  • Knives or other dangerous weapons;
  • Cameras and Recording devices (for commercial purposes) including tripods;
  • Metal flag poles, extendable flag poles and / or flag poles of more than 1.4 metres in length.
  • Oversized banners and flags which are deemed to cause public nuisance. Specific conditions may apply for some events regarding the entry of flagpoles, flags, and banners.
  • Whistles, hooters and horns. Specific conditions may apply for some events regarding the entry of musical instruments including drums.
  • Confetti or shredded paper;
  • Scooters, roller skates, skateboards and push bikes;
    Not to wear or otherwise display commercial, political or other offensive signage or logos.
  • Eskies and bags of larger dimensions than are too large to be stored under a seat).
  • Other items as determined by AAMI Stadium management that may cause injury or public nuisance.

Please note that the above Conditions of Entry may vary between events.

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Liquor Licencing
All persons entering AAMI Stadium are advised that alcohol is permitted in selected seated areas of the Stadium and all dry zones must be adhered to. Alcohol may be consumed in the following seated areas:

PUBLIC AREA : All Bays with the exception of Bay 102.

MEMBERS :
All Bays with the exception of Bay 103

Alcohol is not permitted in the Standing Areas of the Stadium.  It must be consumed in the allocated Seating Bays or in the Bar Areas,.

Patrons are also reminded when entering AAMI Stadium:

  • They are entering licenced premises;
  • Intoxicated persons will not be permitted to enter;
  • Persons in possession of liquor will not be permitted to enter;
  • Checking procedures will apply to prevent persons possessing liquor from entering;
  • Intoxicated persons will be removed from the premises;
  • It is an offence for minors to purchase and consume liquor;
  • It is an offence to purchase liquor for (or supply liquor to) minors;
  • Persons supplying liquor to minors will be reported to the Police and penalties apply under the Liquor Act 1997."

All patrons are stongly encouraged to seek assistance from Event or Security Staff should they encounter a problem with other patrons around them.  Discretion will be used at all times when dealing with alcohol related issues in Seating areas.

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AAMI Stadium Car Park Map
Download this Map to see the locations of all Car Park entry gates around AAMI Stadium, as well as the location of all Disabled and public parking areas.

AAMI Stadium Car Park Map (683kb)

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Westfield West Lakes Car Parking Map
Dowlnload this map to check the football parking areas,and to see where the Customer Only Parking Areas are in the Westfield West Lakes Car Park

Westfield Match Day Car Parking Map 2009.pdf (251kb)

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Disabled Parking at AAMI Stadium

AAMI Stadium Members Parking
AAMI Stadium Members who hold a Season Car Parking permit, along with a Department of Transport Disabled Parking Permit, have the option to park through Gate J or Gate G on the Western side of the Stadium.    Spaces are limited, and availability is subject to capacity.

AAMI Stadium Members who may require parking in close proximity to the Stadium on a one off occasion will need to contact the League to arrange parking.  Each case is addressed separately, and Members will be required to submit a medical report stating the reason for the parking request.  To access disabled parking, call the League Office – 8268 2088.

Public Parking
All other patrons who hold a Department of Transport Disabled Parking Permit, but do not hold a Season Parking Permit, are required to enter Max Basheer Reserve, through Gate B off West Lakes Boulevard.  This area is subject to capacity, and car park staff will endeavour to park disabled patrons as close to the Stadium as possible. 

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Does my child need a ticket to enter AAMI?

AFL MINOR ROUND MATCHES
Children under 5 years will be admitted without charge to at AAMI Stadium, provided they are accompanied by an adult and do not take up a seat. Children aged 6-14 qualify for a child ticket, while children over 15 years qualify for a concession ticket provided they present a valid concession card.

AFL FINALS MATCHES
Children under 2 years will be admitted without charge provided they are accompanied by an adult and do not take up a seat. Children aged 3-14 will be required to buy a ticket at the relevant price. Children aged 15 years or over may qualify for a concession ticket provided they present a valid concession card upon entry.

SANFL FINALS MATCHES
Children under 5 years will be admitted without charge provided they are accompanied by an adult and do not take up a ticket. Children aged 6-17 years qualify for a child ticket.

Concession, child and family tickets are available for most football matches held at AAMI Stadium. Prices are available here.


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Can I bring a pram or stroller to AAMI?

You can bring a pram or stroller to AAMI Stadium but they are not permitted within the seating bays due to safety reasons. Please see an event staff member should you require pram storage for the match, however, due to limited storage space, we make no guarantee that space or security will be available on the day.

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Can I drink alcohol in my seat at AAMI Stadium?

We encourage all patrons to take advantage of AAMI's drinking-in-seats policy by responsibly enjoying an alcoholic beverage in their seats at a Stadium event.

However, some conditions apply. You may only purchase four alcoholic drinks at any one time and these must be carried back to your seat in a provided tray with lids on all cups.

Selected dry zones (Bays 102 in the public area and 103 in the members' reserve) must be adhered to. 

AAMI patrons are also reminded that upon entry to the Stadium:

  • They are entering licenced premises;
    Intoxicated persons will not be permitted to enter;
    Persons in possession of liquor will not be permitted to enter;
  • Checking procedures will apply to prevent persons possessing liquor from entering;
  • Intoxicated persons will be removed from the premises;
  • It is an offence for minors to purchase and consume liquor;
  • It is an offence to purchase liquor for (or supply liquor to) minors;

Persons supplying liquor to minors will be reported to the Police and penalties apply under the Liquor Act 1997.

Should you experience any problems on a match day, we strongly encourage all patrons to seek out the assistance of an Event staff or Security staff member. 

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Where can I find baby changing facilities?
There are numerous baby change facilities around the Stadium, and they are located at the following points :

Members Area
Ladies Toilets, Terrace Level, Southern End - Toilet number W13
Men’s Toilets, Terrace Level, Southern End – Toilet number M12

Outer Area
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 142/143 (South) - Toilet number W2
Ladies Toilets behind Bay behind Bay 144 – toilet number W1A
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 121 (North) - Toilet number W9
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 123 (North) – Toilet number W8
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 130 (East) next to Gate 3 - Toilet number W5
Mens Toilet behind Bay 130/131 (East) next to Gate 3 – Toilet number M5
Mens Toilet behind Bay 123 (North) – Toilet Number M8
Parents Toilet southern end, Northern Grandstand – Services Level

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Where can I feed my baby at AAMI?
Please ask AAMI Stadium Event Staff for assistance in regards to Baby Feeding Facilities. We would ask that parents do not use these facilities as changing areas, and that should you need to, you use the baby change facilities provided around the Stadium.

Members Area
Concourse Level, Centre Stairs, Members Grand Stand – Please see League Enclosure Supervisor for assistance

Outer Area
St Johns Room, Terrace Level, Northern End, by Gate 4
Parents Toilet southern end Northern Grandstand – Services Level

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How do I locate my kids if they get lost?
Stadium Event Staff will assist any child who has become separated from their parents/guardians. When a lost child is found, staff are instructed to immediately escort the child to their supervisor, who will follow procedures in place for lost Children.

Parents/Guardians who have become separated from their children are asked to contact the nearest Event Staff Member, who will follow procedures in place for reporting lost children.

Police are also on site to assist with any lost children.

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What if I require first aid assistance?
St Johns Volunteers are on site at every major event to assist patrons with any first aid they may require.

St Johns patrols are located at various points around the Stadium. Please approach an Event Staff Member if you cannot find one and they will be able to assist you in locating a patrol.

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Download a Stadium Map
Download a stadium map (710kb)

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Family Facilities at AAMI Stadium


BABY CHANGE FACILITIES :


There are numerous baby change facilities around the Stadium, and they are located at the following points :

Members Area :
Ladies Toilets, Terrace Level, Southern End - Toilet number W13
Men’s Toilets, Terrace Level, Southern End – Toilet number M12

Public Area :
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 142/143 (South) - Toilet number W2
Ladies Toilets behind Bay behind Bay 144 – toilet number W1A
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 121 (North) - Toilet number W9
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 123 (North) – Toilet number W8
Ladies Toilets behind Bay 130 (East) next to Gate 3 - Toilet number W5
Mens Toilet behind Bay 130/131 (East) next to Gate 3 – Toilet number M5
Mens Toilet behind Bay 123 (North) – Toilet Number M8
Parents Toilet southern end, Northern Grandstand – Services Level

BABY FEEDING FACILITIES :
Please ask AAMI Stadium Event Staff for assistance in regards to Baby Feeding Facilities. We would ask that parents respect others who use these facilities, and that you do not use these facilities as changing areas.  Should you need to change your baby, please use the baby change facilities provided around the Stadium.

Members Area :
Concourse Level, Centre Stairs, Members Grand Stand – Please see League Enclosure Supervisor

Public Area :
St Johns Room, Terrace Level, Northern End, by Gate 4
Parents Toilet southern end Northern Grandstand – Services Level

GENERAL INFORMATION :
Children aged 5 years and under may enter the Stadium free of charge, but are required to take a seat on an adult member’s lap. Children aged 6 and over are required to purchase a child or concession priced entry ticket.

It is not recommended that Prams and Strollers be brought into AAMI Stadium.  While they are allowed inside the Stadium, they are not permitted in the Seated Areas, as they can be a hazard for other patrons.  Please see an Event Staff Member should you wish to store your pram, however, there is no guarantee that space or security will be available. 

Prams are not permitted to be stored in any of the Wheelchair bays around the Stadium.

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Disabled Facilities - Download the information booklet
AAMI Stadium - Information booklet
Patrons with a disability and their associates

Download the information booklet (215kb)

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Surrounding Areas
Patrons are also able to utilise the public parking facilities at the following locations around the Stadium precinct:

Seaton High School
Seaton High School offers football patron parking on their Oval on match Days. There is also a free shuttle bus before the match, dropping patrons parking at Seaton High at the Bus Terminal by Gate 3. Contact Seaton High School for further information.

Seaton Ramblers Football Club
The Seaton Ramblers Football Club provides daily car parking for Crows matches as well as the Power Home Showdown. Enter via Pedlar Avenue. Cost $10.

Important: It is recommended that patrons arrive at least 1 hour before the match commences to ensure a smoother entry into the car park and stadium.

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Disabled Facilities - Seating

DISABLED SEATING :

Public Area
There are 4 different areas in the Public area of the Stadium allocated as disabled seating.  The Southern end has an enclosed disabled viewing area at the back of the concourse level, accessed through the foyer of the Superboxes.  In the North Eastern pocket there are 2 bays on the Terrace level that have the back rows assigned to wheelchair bound patrons and their Carers.  The Northern end has an undercover disabled viewing area located behind the Northern goals.   In total, there are 27 wheelchair bays in the Public Area of the Stadium. 

These seats must be pre-booked, and can be done so through Ticketmaster.

Members Reserve
AAMI Stadium Members can access 6 different disabled viewing areas within the Members Reserve.

Bays 104 and 113 have the back two rows dedicated to wheelchair bound patrons and their Carers.  These areas are filled on a first come first serve basis.

The Stadium Room is a function room on most match days, however Members requiring disabled seating can book into this area prior to match day.  Once the function has concluded, catering and Event Staff rope off an area at the front of the room for wheelchair patrons and their Carers.  There is room in this area for 5-6 wheelchairs, and each person can have 1-2 Carers sitting with them in this area.  Patrons MUST BOOK INTO THIS AREA, and can do so by contacting the League Office on 8268 2088.  This area is subject to availability, and once full, every effort will be made to accommodate members in another area, however there is no guarantee that space will be available in an undercover area.

The Area at the front of the Stadium Room is also reserved for disabled Members and their Carers, and can seat up to 6 wheelchairs plus 1-2 Carers.  This area is filled on a first come first serve basis.

AAMI Stadium members can also access the disabled viewing area behind the Southern goals in the Superbox Disabled Viewing Area.  There are 6 wheelchair positions in this area, and Patrons MUST BOOK INTO THIS AREA.

Members can book into these areas by contacting the League Office on 8268 2088. 

DISABLED TOILET FACILITIES :

There are disabled toilet facilities located near all disabled viewing areas, both in the Public and Members Reserve Areas.

Members Area
Foyer of Convention Centre, Concourse Level Bay 208
Behind Bay 101 (Terrace Level)


Public Area
Behind Bay 126 & 127, East
Behind Bay 144 (Outer), Terrace Level

Northern Grandstand
Toilets are located on the concourse level adjacent to the wheelchair area.

Disabled Viewing Area – Super Boxes
Toilets are located at the entrance to the disabled viewing area.

Please see Event Staff should you have any queries regarding disabled access.

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Disabled Facilities - Car Parking

DISABLED PARKING :

AAMI Stadium Members Parking
AAMI Stadium Members who hold a Season Car Parking permit, along with a Department of Transport Disabled Parking Permit, have the option to park through Gate J or Gate G on the Western side of the Stadium.    Spaces are limited, and availability is subject to capacity.

AAMI Stadium Members who may require parking in close proximity to the Stadium on a one off occasion will need to contact the League to arrange parking.  Each case is addressed separately, and Members will be required to submit a medical report stating the reason for the parking request.  To access disabled parking, call the League Office – 8268 2088.

Public Parking
All other patrons who hold a Department of Transport Disabled Parking Permit, but do not hold a Season Parking Permit, are required to enter Max Basheer Reserve, through Gate B off West Lakes Boulevard.  This area is subject to capacity, and car park staff will endeavour to park disabled patrons as close to the Stadium as possible. 

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Information Centres
Members Area
The southern end of the Members Stand near Gate 9 - Guest passes can be purchased from this area when available. This Information Centre also handles a wide range of queries from members.

Information/merchandise outlet inside stadium at Southern end of Member area.


Outer Area
At the northern end of the ground near Gate 5 which handles queries from the General Public both inside the Stadium and from outside the Ground.
  • Patron Assistance Centre inside Gate 3 eastern wing.
  • Matchday Office located next to Southern Members Crossover gate.
  • Information Centre inside Gate 2 (next to new merchandise shop).

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ATM

There are three ATM’s located inside the Stadium, and also one located in the northern end of the Checkside Tavern.

Inside the Stadium there are ATM's located in the Members Reserve Foyer, at the Gate 2 Information Centre, and by the Patron assistance Centre by Gate 3.

There are also ATM’s located in the shopping centre.

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The Hanger

The Hanger is located on the eastern side of Max Basheer Reserve and is open before all Crows games to all supporters.

After the game, it is free to Gold and Junior Members and Silver Members can purchase a limited number of entry passes at $2 for adults and free for children. Vehicles can gain entry to the Shed Car Park by turning left off Brebner Drive after the match.

 

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Drinking Areas (Alcohol)

Patrons attending AAMI Stadium are now able to consume Alcohol in all Seated areas of the Stadium, with the exception of Bay 102 in the Public Area, and Bay 103 in the Members Reserve.  These bays have been set aside as dry areas for patrons who do not wish to sit in the drinking areas.

Patrons purchasing alcohol at the Bars to take back to their seats must have a lid on the beverage, and if they are purcahsing more than 2 drinks, they must also purchase a carry tray.  Consuming of alcohol is only permitted in the seating bays, and in the Bar Areas of the Stadium.  Patrons are not permitted to consume alcohol in the Stadning areas of the Seating bowl, and must have lids on their drinks when travelling back to their seats.

Patrons are not permitted to exit the Stadium with alcohol, under Liquor Lisencing laws.

Should any patron encounter problems with patrons in their area, the League strongly encourages them to seek out a Member of the Stadium Event Staff or Security team to deal with the problem on the day.

The League encourages all patrons to remember that AAMI Stadium is a family friendly environment, and asks that all patrons respect others around them.

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Entrances

Patrons can access AAMI Stadium through the following entry gates* :

AAMI Stadium Members - Ultimate, Essential Crows and Essential Power Members
Gates 6, 7, 8, 9

Public Area - Season Ticket Holders AFC or PAFC
Gates 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 4A, 5

Public Area - Daily Tickets
Gates 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 4A, 5 

Players/Officials
Gates 6, 9, 10

Corporate Guests
Gates 6, 9, Super Boxes

Disabled – AAMI Stadium Members
Gates 6 and 9 for AFC matches (subject to approval from League)

Gate 9 only for PAFC matches (subject to approval from League)

Disabled – General Public
Gates 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 4A, 5

All Public Gates have disabled access - please see Gate Supervisor for assistance


AFC Premiership Facility - Westpac Business Suite
Located on the Concourse level at the Southern end. Entry via Super Boxes foyer

PAFC Suite One
Located on the Concourse level at the Northern end.  Entry is via Gate 5.

*Subject to change. Not all gates are open on event days.

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First Aid
Members Area
Members Grandstand, Centre Staircase Concourse Level

Outer Area
St Johns Room Northern End (opposite Bay 223) – new facility
St John Eastern side (opposite Gate 3)

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Function Rooms
Stadium Room
Members Concourse Level, Centre Staircase

Park Cafe
Northern End, Concourse Level, Northern Grandstand (Members can access the Northern Grandstand by obtaining a Crossover pass from the gates on the Terrace and Concourse levels). They do not take Bookings – seating on a first come – first served basis.

Magarey Room
Members Concourse Level, Centre Staircase. Used for Club Hospitality on AFL event days.

Checkside Tavern
Located off Turner Drive - Entry from within stadium is located opposite Centre Staircase in Members Stand. The Checkside Tavern is a non-smoking venue.

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Lost Property
The Match Day Office handles all lost property. A member of the SANFL staff will record details of the item lost or handed in. The Match Day Office is open until approximately 15 minutes after the match concludes. Patrons who have lost an item can phone the League (8268 2088) during business hours to check to see if their property has been returned.

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Match Day Office

The Match Day Office is located in Red Sector, behind Bay 146.

It is open from the time the gates open until approximately 15 minutes after the match ends.

The Match Day Office is your one-stop shop for reporting lost children, handing in and retrieving lost property and passing on any emergency messages that may need to be broadcast to all patrons.

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Last Updated: Nov 25, 2008 - 4:35:04 PM
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