Black Ferns vs Wallaroos at North Harbour Stadium

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Trans-Tasman Derby

An epic encounter awaits as the Black Ferns return to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to face off agains the Wallaroos.

The match will be the third round of the Pacific Four Series schedule as they set out to defend their title in 2024.

The Black Ferns will start their Pacific Four Series against USA at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton on Saturday 11 May before heading south to Ōtautahi Christchurch, to play Canada on Sunday 19 May at Apollo Projects Stadium.

North Harbour Stadium will host the trans-Tasman battle against Australia, on Saturday 25 May at 2.05pm, with the fixture doubling as the opening Test of the O’Reilly Cup, presented by Ryman Healthcare.

The results of the Pacific Four Series will also dictate the Black Ferns WXV schedule later in the year with the top three sides gaining qualification for WXV1 and the bottom placed team destined for WXV2.

Kids Go Free

With an afternoon kick off time of 2.05pm, this match is the perfect opportunity to spend time with the whānau watching your NZ rugby heroes.

Don't miss out with limited tickets available in the family zone where kids go free with two paying adults. Terms and conditions do apply. Click the ticketing link below for more detail.

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FAQ's

The game is being held at North Harbour Stadium. Located at Stadium Drive, Albany, Auckland 0632. You can find directions to the venue here.

Box Office open 12:30pm, Gates open 1pm & Kick off at 2:05pm.

Tickets can be purchased here. 

We cannot guarantee the validity or authenticity of tickets purchased from third party sellers such as Viagogo or individuals selling on other online marketplaces.

The Box Office is located at Gate B and will be open from 12:30pm on game day.

Families of all ages are welcome. 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. 

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. 

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. 

It's easy to reach North Harbour Stadium on public transport with bus services from the City Centre and beyond. Buses come every 5-10min.

Integrated Ticketing

Bus & Train travel in Auckland is included in your Black Ferns vs Australia match ticket. From 11am until the end of daily services. Simply show your ticket to the driver when boarding and remember to keep your game ticket for the journey home.

Here is Auckland Transport's guidance for reaching North Harbour Stadium.

Plan your journey using the Auckland Transport website here.

North Harbour Stadium is a mobility friendly venue. For special seating requirements such as hearing difficulties or impaired mobility please contact Ticketek on 0800 842 538 (Ticket)
For wheelchair seating and inquiries, please call 0800 686 677. Please note: This line is for wheelchair seating ONLY.

Tickets will be sent out closer to the event. Please click here for more info.

We strongly discourage purchasing from third party sellers such as Trade Me, Facebook Marketplace or Viagogo. We cannot guarantee the validity or authenticity of tickets purchased from these sellers. Tickets purchased from unverified sellers may be refused entry. 

There will be no road closures in place for this event, but in the interest of patron safety, the speed limit will be reduced to 30km/h on the roads listed below:

  • Oteha Valley Rd – Reduced speed limit from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Corban Ave – Reduced speed limit from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Appian Way – Reduced speed limit from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Don Mckinnon Dr – Reduced speed limit from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Coliseum Dr – Reduced speed limit from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Davies Dr – Reduced speed limit from 12PM to 5:30PM

In the interest of patron safety, there will be the following parking restrictions in place for this event:

  • Oteha Valley Rd – No stopping from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Corban Ave – No stopping from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Appian Way – No stopping from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Don Mckinnon Dr – No stopping from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Coliseum Dr – No stopping from 12PM to 5:30PM
  • Davies Dr – No stopping from 12PM to 5:30PM

North Harbour Stadium is a mobility friendly venue. Mobility parking is located in both Car Park A & Car Park H and can be booked in advance on a first-in, first-served basis. To book a mobility parking space, please fill in this form.

Volunteers will be available at the gates to provide assistance to mobility impaired patrons with wheelchairs, golf buggys or just a steady arm if required. Please do not hesitate to approach one of the friendly team in high vis to request assistance should you need it. · Full accessibility information can be found on the North Harbour Stadium website.

The dedicated mobility entrance gates are Gate B. 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. 

 

Please check our Conditions of Entry here.

Banners/flags (without poles) and posters from cloth, cardboard or paper are permitted. Signs must not be larger than A3 size.  

Yes, but patrons are not permitted to open umbrellas while in their seats. 

If you exit the venue, you will not be able to re-enter.

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.

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. 

Yes. Unless specifically stated the match will take place rain, hail or shine. Please be prepared with a poncho or raincoat should wet weather be forecasted.