Yarra gears up for 2024 AFL Grand Final

Monday 23 September 2024

Sherrin football in the middle of the Victoria Park oval

This Saturday 28 September, the AFL Grand Final will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with the Sydney Swans taking on the Brisbane Lions. The match will start at 2.30pm.

To ensure everyone stays safe, there are a few things to remember to make sure your Grand Final Day is a good one:

Road closures

There are no planned road closures of Swan Street on Grand Final Day, however Victoria Police could close Swan Street on the day if required.

Stay tuned to our social media channels for any updates. Brunton Avenue will be closed to all vehicles on Grand Final Day between 6am and 7pm.

Drinking in public places

Alcohol is not permitted in public spaces around Swan Street from 9pm Friday 27 September until 9am Sunday 30 September.

A map demonstrating the areas where public drinking is prohibited during the 2024 AFL Grand Final

This does not include outdoor dining areas at licensed venues. Alcohol can be consumed in these areas.

For more, visit: Local laws in Yarra

Getting around

With a crowd of 100,000 people expected at the MCG, we recommend planning ahead and using public transport.

Trains: Metro Trains will be running extra services before and after the game.

There are two train stations close to the MCG:

Jolimont station: Hurstbridge and Mernda lines

Richmond station: Alamein, Belgrave, Cranbourne, Frankston, Glen Waverley, Lilydale, Pakenham and Sandringham lines.

Trams: There will be extra tram services around the MCG.

Bus: Route 246 runs from Clifton Hill/Queens Parade to Elsternwick Station and stops on Punt Road near Olympic Boulevard.

Public safety

With an expected crowd of 100,000 at the MCG, it’s likely there will be an increase in visitors to the surrounding area, including Swan Street.

We ask that everyone who attends a Grand Final Day celebration in Yarra is respectful and considerate of other people. Victoria Police and Yarra’s Local Law Officers will continue to patrol the area.

There will be increased rubbish collection in Richmond.

Council has been working closely with Victoria Police to address anti-social behaviour.

You can report any anti-social behaviour to Victoria Police on 131 444 or 000.

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