The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns are back on home soil for 2025, with New Zealand Rugby League, in partnership with the NRL, set to host four exciting Test matches as part of the Pacific Championships.
This will see a double-header between the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns and Toa Samoa and Fetu Samoa respectively at Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s Go Media Stadium on Sunday 19 October.
Game Day Guide
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The match will be held at Go Media Stadium. Located in Penrose, Auckland. You can find directions to the venue here.
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.
Plan your journey using the Auckland Transport website here.
There will be partial closures on all train lines during the day of this event*
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 may be some road closures:
Yes, there will be 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.
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.
For questions and help about ticketing, please contact Ticketek directly here.
The Box Office is located at Gate B.
No.
In the interest of patron safety, there may be some street parking restrictions:
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)
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.
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 click here.
Mobility parking onsite at Go Media Stadium is now bookable online. The mobility parking allocation has been expanded but remains extremely limited.
Please use the button below to book a free mobility parking space.
Mobility parking ticket holders will need to show their mobility parking permit alongside their ticket to park. If you do not hold a valid mobility parking permit then you will not be able to access the car park.
You will also need to show it to enter O’Rorke Road, which will be closed to the public from 2pm-10pm on the day.
Parking is located outside Gate B at Go Media Stadium, which is by the ticket office. If you require mobility assistance on the day then please look out for our volunteers in high vis, or flag down security and we can arrange for transport via a golf buggy.
Please note that there is also limited mobility parking available on a first-in, first-served basis on Beasley Ave. As Beasley Ave. is closed to the public, you will need to present your mobility parking permit to access the road.
The dedicated mobility entrance gates are Gate B or Gate C, Gate A is also 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.
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.
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. 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.
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