Black Ferns vs Australia 2026

This match will be held at Go Media Stadium. Located in Penrose, Auckland. You can find directions to the venue here.

Timings:

• Box office open at 1pm
• Gates open at 2pm
• Kick off 3:05pm

It's easy to reach Go Media Stadium on public transport with bus and train services from the City Centre and beyond. Our nearest train station is Penrose, from there it is around a 15 minute walk to the stadium.

Here is Auckland Transport's guidance for reaching Go Media Stadium.

Travel on regular Auckland Transport bus and rail services is included with your matchday ticket from 12:05pm. Avoid the traffic queues and parking hassle by travelling to and from the stadium for free! Just show your matchday ticket to the AT staff when boarding your service.

For specific travel guidance, please check Auckland Transport's event-day page here.

Yes you can. Apply to volunteer for this match here. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without our volunteers! And we are always looking for as many volunteers as possible. Volunteering can be a great way to get experience for your resume, and help your community out at the same time. 

Please refer to your ticket and enter only via the gate shown on your ticket. Stadiums staff, volunteers and wayfinding signage will assist you with directions upon arriving at the venue. 

In the interest of patron safety, there will be some road closures in place.

• Beasley Avenue – closed from 1:30pm – 6pm

Yes, there will be places to purchase merchandise on site.

Yes. Unless specifically stated the match will take place rain, hail or shine. Go Media Stadium is predominately an uncovered venue so please be prepared with a poncho or raincoat should wet weather be forecasted.

BUY TICKETS

We cannot guarantee the validity or authenticity of tickets purchased from third party sellers such as Viagogo or individuals selling on other online marketplaces. Non-valid tickets will be refused entry. 

 

Children aged two years old and under don’t require a ticket as long as they sit on an accompanying adult’s lap. If the child is occupying a seat, a ticket needs to be purchased. A ‘child’ ticket is required for any children aged between 3-15, as per their age on the day of the match. 

Ticketek is the official ticketing partner for this event. For assistance with tickets, please reffer to Ticketek's website here.

The Box Office is located at Gate B.

No.

In the interest of patron safety, there will be some parking restrictions in place.

• Beasley Avenue (Western Kerb): No stopping on or off roadway, 11:30AM — 9:00PM
• Maurice Road: No stopping on or off roadway, 11:30AM — 9:00PM
• O’Rorke Road: No stopping on or off roadway, 11:30AM — 9:00PM
• Station Road: P5 Loading Zone, Bus Parking & No stopping on or off roadway, 11:30AM — 9:00PM
• Church Street: P5 Loading Zone, 11:30AM — 9:00PM

Our best advice would be to get dropped off at O'Rorke Road and wait with the guard, who can radio for buggy transport as the road doesn't close until kick off. (Make sure you're here before kick off)

It's worth noting in the interest of patron safety, there will be the below road closures in place:

In terms of parking for injured patrons - unfortunately, mobility parking is only available to those who display a valid mobility permit. 

There is no parking available onsite. However, we have a new Charter Bus drop-off/pick-up location available on Station Road. This is located opposite 143 Station Road.

See here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fBRuNGYcBQhwVTzA9

Dedicated coach parking is not available for this event. 

Go Media Stadium is a mobility friendly venue. To book a mobility ticket or enquire around accessibility seating please contact Black Ferns HERE.

Mobility parking onsite at Go Media Stadium is now bookable online. The mobility parking allocation has been expanded but remains extremely limited. 

To request a mobility parking space onsite, please email us by clicking the link below: 

MOBILITY PARKING

A booking form will be sent out to those who have requested a space on the Monday of match week. Once you receive the link, please fill out the form ASAP and email us with any questions.

Please note that there is also limited mobility parking available on a first-in, first-served basis on Beasley Ave (Eastern Kerb)

The dedicated mobility entrance gates are Gate B or Gate C,and Gate A is fine. There will also be mobility volunteers onsite to assist with golf carts to help get you to your seat once inside the venue. You can identify our friendly mobility volunteers by their blue hi-vis jackets. 

For a full breakdown of items please visit our conditions of entry here.

Please note the below advice for the dress code and for bringing signs and umbrellas into the venue.

Yes. 

• For safety reasons, footwear is to be worn at all times.
• We do not permit gang patches or gang paraphernalia to be displayed.
• No high-visibility vests or clothing may be worn.

Families of all ages are welcome at Black Ferns matches. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times and have purchased a valid ticket.  

Children aged 2 and under can enter for free but must sit on a parent or guardian’s lap. 

Banners, flags (without poles) and posters made from soft materials such as cloth, cardboard or paper are permitted. Signs should not be larger than A1 in size and must not obstruct the view of other patrons.

Larger banners and flags with poles will only be allowed into the venue once they have been reviewed and approved by the stadium security team before arrival to the gate. Please email us at info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz to seek approval before matchday.

Banners that exceed the maximum size or that have not been approved may be denied entry.

There are no pass outs for Black Ferns matches. If you exit the venue, you will not be able to re-enter.

Yes, umbrellas are permitted for sporting events. Patrons are not permitted to open umbrellas while in their seats.