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Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Fri Jun 19, 2026 3:58 pm
by leeroy*NRL*
Fred wrote: Fri Jun 19, 2026 8:56 am
I also see today that they are only adding 1000 seats to Suncorp - I guess the upgrade may be about other things in the stadium?
it is the 1st phase of multiple stages.
see below >>>
Stage 1 (Currently Announced)Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2026 and aims for completion well ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.Entertainment & Seating: New terraced viewing platforms and standing/seating zones will replace the current scoreboards behind the northern and southern goals, creating new bars and entertainment spaces & Capacity:
This phase provides a "modest" uplift of about 1,000 spectators, bringing the total capacity to roughly 53,500.Technology: An Australian-first 360-degree wraparound LED ribbon board will be suspended from the roof, alongside two giant tennis-court-sized media mesh screens on the stadium forecourts.
Future Stages Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has confirmed that future stages are in the pipeline. The government intends to roll out subsequent upgrades to incrementally increase seating capacity further as Brisbane approaches the 2032 Games
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jun 22, 2026 4:44 pm
by Fred
With the way he is cutting projects at the moment would be interesting to see if this projected spending comes to fruition.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Wed Jun 24, 2026 4:48 pm
by leeroy*NRL*
Fred wrote: Mon Jun 22, 2026 4:44 pm
With the way he is cutting projects at the moment would be interesting to see if this projected spending comes to fruition.
yeah anything can happen.
but i assume this was part of the talks for getting MAGIC ROUND extended until 2032
PVL was quite active in getting upgrades done if they wanted it..
but yeah time will tell.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Sun Jun 28, 2026 6:45 pm
by leeroy*NRL*
29000 for the Lions v Swans at GABBA>>> (another game 8k short of capacity)
where is the bigrade that the LIONS sell out every game>> stats speak for themselves
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2026 10:02 am
by Fred
Still a good crowd though I think.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2026 11:10 am
by Beaussie
Fred wrote: Mon Jun 29, 2026 10:02 am
Still a good crowd though I think.
Perhaps it’s an issue with Gabba and Lions members as no shows?
The SCG has similar issues with SCG cricket members and sold out games, yet crowds fall well short of capacity. From memory, the Swans only offer a few thousand general public tickets for sale each game and are always sending emails to members about seat resales if you cannot attend in the days leading up to the game. I don’t think many take up the seat resale option when you consider the SCG capacity is 48,000, yet match day crowds never get close to that figure. Thinking the Gabba is a similar situation made worse by the smaller capacity. A problem for clubs with large membership bases that are bigger than the actual capacity of the stadiums. I guess the clubs have already banked the money anyway for each seat via reserved seat memberships.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2026 11:23 am
by Fred
The difference between a sell-out and a full game - I note now they will say all tickets exhausted.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2026 5:18 pm
by leeroy*NRL*
Beaussie wrote: Mon Jun 29, 2026 11:10 am
Fred wrote: Mon Jun 29, 2026 10:02 am
Still a good crowd though I think.
Perhaps it’s an issue with Gabba and Lions members as no shows?
The SCG has similar issues with SCG cricket members and sold out games, yet crowds fall well short of capacity. From memory, the Swans only offer a few thousand general public tickets for sale each game and are always sending emails to members about seat resales if you cannot attend in the days leading up to the game. I don’t think many take up the seat resale option when you consider the SCG capacity is 48,000, yet match day crowds never get close to that figure. Thinking the Gabba is a similar situation made worse by the smaller capacity. A problem for clubs with large membership bases that are bigger than the actual capacity of the stadiums. I guess the clubs have already banked the money anyway for each seat via reserved seat memberships.
good points, i think SCG and MCG are different as they hold alot of members etc>> so i do get that point.
i think you could also add in Suncorp stadium in that regard.. (broncos have stated it as an issue of (Suncorp Stadium Members)
cricket at SCG for Ashes last summer were hitting 47k and over each day.
so would be interesting a look into..
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2026 5:21 pm
by leeroy*NRL*
Fred wrote: Mon Jun 29, 2026 10:02 am
Still a good crowd though I think.
yeah most certainly, AVG 30k this year the LIONS which is a good effort.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2026 3:59 pm
by leeroy*NRL*
let's give around of applause to the Dolphins on the weekend>>
41k in attendance at Suncorp..
Hype is building for this team as they get on this HOT winning streak
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2026 3:51 pm
by Beaussie
Friday 16 July
The AFL was up against the NRL in Sydney last night with games scheduled next door to each other.
SCG members were also forced to choose one code other the other with their access to both stadiums.
Sydney Swans vs Adelaide Crows @ SCG
Crowd: 33,413
Sydney Roosters vs Melbourne Storm @ Allianz Stadium
Crowd: 16,010
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2026 11:28 pm
by Bbear
Beaussie wrote: Sat Jul 18, 2026 3:51 pm
Friday 16 July
The AFL was up against the NRL in Sydney last night with games scheduled next door to each other.
SCG members were also forced to choose one code other the other with their access to both stadiums.
Sydney Swans vs Adelaide Crows @ SCG
Crowd: 33,413
Sydney Roosters vs Melbourne Storm @ Allianz Stadium
Crowd: 16,010
These figures are unbelievable.
I know they don't like Melbourne Storm up there but this is Rugby League heartland.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2026 2:17 pm
by Fred
Debating whether to go to suns game today - it’s blowing a storm out there. Raining on and off - but the wind is something else.
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2026 2:27 pm
by Beaussie
Fred wrote: Sun Jul 19, 2026 2:17 pm
Debating whether to go to suns game today - it’s blowing a storm out there. Raining on and off - but the wind is something else.
Have you got Suns membership?
Re: AFL & NRL Crowds - 2026
Posted: Mon Jul 20, 2026 8:59 am
by Fred
Beaussie wrote: Sun Jul 19, 2026 2:27 pm
Fred wrote: Sun Jul 19, 2026 2:17 pm
Debating whether to go to suns game today - it’s blowing a storm out there. Raining on and off - but the wind is something else.
Have you got Suns membership?
Yeah - didn't go though. Moving toi Port douglas next year so this may be my last year as a member.