The Fremantle Dockers take on Collingwood this Sunday afternoon, 22 May at Optus Stadium. Bounce down is at 3.20pm.
The match will be played as part of Sir Doug Nicholls Round, which highlights Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander contributions to the game of Australian football.
This weekend’s match day is presented in conjunction with Fremantle’s ‘Stretch’ RAP (Reconciliation Action Plan), which was developed in assistance with the Club’s Indigenous program partner, Woodside.
Freo will wear their newly designed 2022 ‘home’ Indigenous jumper for the clash designed by Michael Walters in collaboration with The Peter Farmer Design Team, with the final design developed and produced by Peter Farmer Junior.
OPTUS STADIUM COVID-19 INFORMATION
Optus Stadium adheres to all COVID-19 directions that are based on the latest advice of the Chief Health Officer.
As part of the State Governments return to baseline settings, Optus Stadium is currently at 100 per cent capacity for events.
Masks are no longer mandatory while attending the stadium and proof of vaccination is no longer required to enter the venue.
TICKETING INFORMATION
Despite Optus Stadium returning to 100 per cent capacity, General Admission members will still be required to redeem their ticket through Ticketmaster.
This is due to the overwhelming demand for memberships and tickets and will ensure that all members who wish to attend can access a seat. Members can choose to redeem a free seat or pay a fee to upgrade to a seat in a higher category. Guest tickets can also be added during this process.
General Admission members can redeem through Ticketmaster. Check your email for more information include your barcode.
MEMBER SEAT RETURNS
If you are unable to attend the game this weekend and wish to put your seat up for re-sale, you can do so via you MyFreo account or by contacting membership@fremantlefc.com.au. In the event that your seat does sell, you will receive a credit toward your MyFreo account.
HELP US, HELP YOU
Report anti-social behaviour to Stadium Staff immediately or text 0409 317 771.
KEY TIMES
1.00pm - Membership services available at gate B and E
1.15pm – Gates open
1.15pm – Moorditj Markets open
2.35pm – 2.50pm - On-field warm-up
3.06pm – Fremantle team entry
3.10pm – Welcome to Country by Dr Richard Walley OAM
3.20pm - Bounce down
Please arrive early to avoid the crowds.
We also would like to thank members in advance for their patience and understanding when lining up for certain food and beverage across some areas of the stadium as they will also be impacted due to staffing resources.
MATCH DAY ENTERTAINMENT
AROUND THE GROUND
Moorditj Markets presented by woodside
Fremantle fans will be able to explore and support a pop-up style market that showcases a variety of Indigenous artists and businesses when Fremantle take on Collingwood in Sir Doug Nicholls Round this Sunday.
The Moorditj Markets, presented by Woodside, will be held at Optus Stadium in the Eastern Atrium and accessible through Gates A and B from 1.15pm.
Aboriginal Health Council of WA
Aboriginal Health Council of WA will be located at Lobby 101 handing out giveaways to promote World No Tobacco Day on May 31. Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable death for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The tackling indigenous smoking team at AHCWA is funded to:
• Educate Aboriginal people about the harms of smoking and secondhand smoke
• Provide a referral pathway to smoking cessation support (nicotine replacement therapy and Quitline)
• Help family homes and cars and organisation become smoke-free
AIA Health
Start kicking your health goals with Freo and AIA Health. Visit the AIA team at lobby 101 to grab your AIA clapper or take a photo against the Measure Up wall and see the small steps Freo players Michael Walters, Joel Hamling, Alex Pearce and Rory Lobb are taking to lead healthier, longer, better lives.
Make sure you also keep an eye out for the roaming AIA staff to enter the Step Heroes competition, by scanning the QR code. Guess the Freo player who will take the most steps and how many steps they will take in Sunday’s game for your chance to win some great prizes, thanks to AIA Vitality.
Airbrush tattoo
Our airbrush tattoo station will be located near lobby 107 from 1.15pm.
PRE-GAME
South Summit, thanks to Woodside
Fans will be treated to a pre-game show from South Summit. Five mates came together in early 2020 and used the covid lockdown to create, not berate. Josh (an Indigenous Australian from the Kamillaroi-Yuin people in NSW), Zaya & Nemo (from Erub Island in the Torres Straits), along with their mates Nathan and Fynn have proved very popular in the WA music scene since their first gig in late 2020. Over 80k listens of their EP, Merlin's, on Spotify backs that up. With an incredible indie/reggae vibe, this band is producing music way beyond their years.
Live Welcome to Country
The Club is honoured to have its Club patron Dr Richard Walley OAM, a respected Noongar Elder and one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal performers and writers, to perform Welcome to Country at approximately 3.10pm which takes place on Whadjuk, Noongar boodja. Joining Richard will be his son, Olman, performing the didgeridoo and dancers from Boorloo Cultural Experiences.
Joint Banner
To represent the unity of Sir Doug Nicholls Round and as part of the welcoming of the Collingwood Football Club from the lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, we are honoured to have Noongar Elders, Dr Richard Walley OAM and Professor Colleen Hayward AM lead both teams on to the ground with smoke to cleanse the air as our players walk together through one banner in honour of all Stolen Generation people.
QUARTER TIME & HALF TIME
Triple M Live, in collaboration with the Indigenous Arts Foundation
Talented Country artist Malachi Humphries will be performing live at quarter and half time from the level 5 stage. Malachi is a proud Balardong-Yued Nyoongar man originally from the Wheatbelt town of Kellerberrin.
THREE QUARTER TIME
Stay in your seats to hear South Summit perform, thanks to Woodside.
Arrive early… avoid delays
Having your digital ticket ready prior to arrival and get to the stadium early will ensure you are not caught in long queues outside the stadium in the lead up to the game.
Scan on your right, enter on your left
Please remember to practice social distancing at each checkpoint when you enter the gates and that the scanner to scan your digital ticket(s) is located to the right of the turnstile entry gates. Please do not bring bags larger than an A4 piece of paper.
Leave your cash at home
Optus Stadium is currently a cashless venue meaning you will need to pay using EFTPOS at all food and beverage outlets.
Other key points:
• No cloaking facilities available. Don't bring bulky items.
• Do not approach players or officials for autographs or photos.
• Practice good hand hygiene.
• If you feel unwell or have experienced any COVID-19 symptoms during the two weeks prior to this weekend’s game, please DO NOT attend. If you begin to feel ill whilst at the game, please make sure to notify an Optus Stadium representative immediately and follow the directions of any venue, club or AFL staff.
OPTUS STADIUM RESTAURANTS AND CATERING
The City View Café will be CLOSED.
The Goodwood restaurant will be CLOSED.
GETTING TO OPTUS STADIUM
Your footy ticket includes travel on all Transperth services for three hours either side of the match. If asked, show your ticket to the driver or inspector. Keep in mind, you must have your football ticket or membership on you to travel for no extra cost.
The Freo Clubhouse
The Freo Clubhouse in River View Rooms will be open for round 10, you need to show your ticket stating room access to receive entry. The Sky View Lounge will not be open this week.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact the membership services team on (08) 9433 7111 or at membership@fremantlefc.com.au
