{"id":578971,"date":"2026-04-01T17:22:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T17:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/578971\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T17:22:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T17:22:38","slug":"afl-game-day-guide-round-4-v-sydney","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/578971\/","title":{"rendered":"AFL Game Day Guide: Round 4 v Sydney"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"article__summary\">\n                Everything you need to know for Saturday afternoon footy at Optus Stadium!\n            <\/p>\n<p>\n                            By westcoasteagles.com.au\n                            <\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s On | Round 4 \u2013 Cultural Heritage Round\u00a0<br \/>West Coast Eagles v Sydney Swans \u00a0<br \/>Saturday, April 4 | 4.35pm (AWST) | Optus Stadium \/ Whadjuk\u00a0<br \/>Gates open 3.00pm\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This Saturday, we&#8217;re taking part in AFL Cultural Heritage Round when we take on the Sydney Swans at Optus Stadium &#8211; celebrating the rich and diverse cultural heritage that strengthens our game.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re proud to partner with the Indian Society of WA to highlight Indian culture and honour the vibrant traditions and community spirit of Australia\u2019s Indian community. Fans can look forward to colourful pre\u2011match performances, cultural celebrations, and a match\u2011day experience that showcases the diversity that strengthens our club.<\/p>\n<p>Join us as we celebrate culture, community, and Eagles footy this long weekend.<\/p>\n<p>We anticipate our round 4 match will be busy, so we encourage you to arrive early to avoid delays. Once again, we are putting up some epic prizes to reward those who get down early. Arrive before 3.35pm and you\u2019ll be automatically entered in the draw to win one of our: \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Signed AFL team guernseys\u00a0<br \/>\nVouchers to the West Coast Eagles SuperStore\u00a0<br \/>\nRound 20 Derby tickets\u00a0<br \/>\n$250 Ticketmaster gift vouchers<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW54594480 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/membership.wce.com.au\/terms-conditions-round-4-be-there-early\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Terms and conditions apply<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Match Day Timeline<\/p>\n<p>1.30pm\u00a0|\u00a0Crown Urban Food District pre-match event\u00a0at Crown\u00a0Perth\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>3.00pm\u00a0|\u00a0Gates and Fan Zone open\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>4.15pm |\u00a0Auzzie\u00a0the Eagle lap around the boundary\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>4.24pm\u00a0|\u00a0Team entry\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>4.35pm |\u00a0First siren\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Quarter-time\u00a0|\u00a0Cultural\u00a0dance performance\u00a0by the\u00a0Indian Society of WA\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Half-time\u00a0|\u00a0Member Moments \u2013 spotlighting our members on the big screen\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Three-quarter time\u00a0|\u00a0Crown Kick to Win &amp; AGL West Coast Wave \u2013 build the energy for the final quarter!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Post-match |\u00a0Player giveaways to lucky fans around the boundary<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"fanzone\"\/>Fan Zone\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Head to the Fan Zone on the western concourse on Level 1 (inside Gate D) from\u00a03.00pm:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Selected player signings from\u00a03.35pm\u00a0(subject to change)\u00a0<br \/>\nIndian Society of\u00a0WA Cultural Round activities \u2013 Henna\u00a0tattoos, Saree\u00a0dressing\u00a0display\u00a0and\u00a0Dhol\u00a0drum performance\u00a0<br \/>\nMeet\u00a0Auzzie\u00a0the Eagle at\u00a0half-time for photos\u00a0<br \/>\nArts and crafts station \u2013 make your own sign, bracelet, or badge\u00a0<br \/>\nAirbrush tattoos and face painting\u00a0<br \/>\nGames galore \u2013 handball and kicking targets, tic-tac-toe, and reaction game\u00a0<br \/>\nWA All Abilities Football Association Wheelchair Football\u00a0<br \/>\nTriple M games and giveaways\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Curtain Raiser\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Arrive early and see\u00a0junior\u00a0members of the\u00a0Indian Society of WA\u00a0in the curtain raiser. These participants will take part in a\u00a0footy\u00a0clinic, learning the foundations of the\u00a0game.\u00a0Entry for the curtain\u00a0raiser\u00a0is\u00a0via Gate C from\u00a02.30pm. Please note, all patrons must hold a valid ticket to the West Coast Eagles v\u00a0Sydney Swans\u00a0match to enter Optus Stadium for the curtain raiser.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Beat The Siren\u00a0\u2013 exclusive food &amp; beverage deals<\/p>\n<p>Eagle Eats is back in 2026,\u00a0now,\u00a0Beat the Siren! Thanks to our partnership with Optus Stadium, enjoy more exclusive food and drink deals from gates open until the\u00a0match begins.<\/p>\n<p>Membership support on match day\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The West Coast Eagles Membership Services team will be available at box offices B, C, and E on match days to\u00a0assist\u00a0with any questions. If you\u00a0anticipate\u00a0needing help with your tickets, we encourage you to arrive early to avoid delays.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There is no reason to miss a match due to a ticketing issue!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Please note that our phone lines are not staffed on weekends; however, we will\u00a0monitor\u00a0emails leading into match day and respond to any time-sensitive queries.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Crown Urban Food District\u00a0pre-match\u00a0event<\/p>\n<p>Visit Crown\u2019s all-new Urban Food District before the game, to hear from guest speakers including John Worsfold, Kieren Jack and a special guest Eagles player. There are also great prizes to be won, including an official ochre jacket and Western Derby tickets. It all starts from 1.30pm at the Urban Food District, your new go-to destination on Eagles match days.<\/p>\n<p>Public Transport is included in the cost of your match day ticket, with free travel on Perth\u2019s buses and trains three hours either side of the match. If asked, please show your ticket to the driver or inspector.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to plan your journey ahead of Sunday with <a href=\"https:\/\/l.club.westcoasteagles.com.au\/ls\/click?upn=u001.oJQ7L-2F9tznd-2FnfeEITjJd1-2BMB31y9tT7hFCaidmks7kRQZZ-2BFaKfvZFBFAPpjDxhDd1lIbsu16YAwwF9zpPg6-2FrzzKeRyeORzz3vZWC7ZO8-3DlNtk_VSRZ0vFKi3-2Fbv-2BI7wXYvaZABy-2FbnFDTWQc9G6zmaVP7AI-2FSH9iqaLejuMxIsoWzHxHWZEw2rrcVaN7IOSofWZn8maF3nIv3b-2BrFc1x21j-2FgfNxIOZ-2FuhpT4D44rnnoKAra0OHkwc04xjc6HyTROS0ocbkojkppaoqEilKPo1OrxF2uEEc5uMkl02uOAn8FBZhQCNxpp6jBj91h1LvXjtYieZlyGuDs8Epp7xj6G3dn8kdIJJYxDRm6V1AwMDXnLsbRe0IbxSaDTN-2Fhl7AjJE8ynZ15WumYoh-2BUFI6itfrO7iOvI2XUgv743v0ydnXLP6ne-2FGT7V0RD3NWlEqpJx7AJKd-2Bus76uDttbiMexz-2FfkqzqfTHmxWy3lKO-2BXgbEe3UYKXI1bdS0FPeL33hjJXkD5taNQ80XYTuc-2FZOqHIksqrnba6h8EgkNZe8J79xJ6pynx4e4RBGFjDC7FBJyVtIZvvUl9EBfKPA317WKuQl9SEiQIU4FvKZWhjiqXvZmzfEUcTn2WDBApjo5cmVHjsk28Gyl8dg3-2BinPPloNohvwi5yp9zPqQuqWgGeHaZbGHSvKMFv2sZMxgQRmDwnOhANrCa-2B-2FaTGEdPbTZuDAzTx-2BbP3gorDcMf0WfsaiQCgIyF6sw05RgFLx8xwXxxQMeQfFY-2ByuxEobEcgCPcz-2Bh-2BxZVLqb66AWK-2BqKAVJuP41ldu4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Transperth\u2019s Journey Planner<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\n                                    Changes to pedestrian access\n                                <\/p>\n<p>Due to the development of Perth Park, Perth&#8217;s premier entertainment and sporting precinct, the pedestrian path connecting Optus Stadium and Crown Perth through the park will be closed.<\/p>\n<p>Pedestrian access to and from the stadium is via the Camfield Drive path, Riverside path or Victoria Park Drive path.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/l.club.westcoasteagles.com.au\/ls\/click?upn=u001.oJQ7L-2F9tznd-2FnfeEITjJdxF0-2BZZwiw2371IykoyqxAxk9yMvbrlnXEaYWc7PHbE5hZZhCS39GHmPZi7POSnPAbBq0XkFJ3nRuS-2FLdASxfkj2nimstvItTN76oBcuX6DThaRucSXNqQVXcXHbkLEC-2FQN510CJAFxEg-2BFf24ns0aE-3Dc5-S_VSRZ0vFKi3-2Fbv-2BI7wXYvaZABy-2FbnFDTWQc9G6zmaVP7AI-2FSH9iqaLejuMxIsoWzHxHWZEw2rrcVaN7IOSofWZn8maF3nIv3b-2BrFc1x21j-2FgfNxIOZ-2FuhpT4D44rnnoKAra0OHkwc04xjc6HyTROS0ocbkojkppaoqEilKPo1OrxF2uEEc5uMkl02uOAn8FBZhQCNxpp6jBj91h1LvXjtYieZlyGuDs8Epp7xj6G3dn8kdIJJYxDRm6V1AwMDXnLsbRe0IbxSaDTN-2Fhl7AjJE8ynZ15WumYoh-2BUFI6itfrO7iOvI2XUgv743v0ydnXLP6ne-2FGT7V0RD3NWlEqpJx7AJKd-2Bus76uDttbiMexz-2FfkqzqfTHmxWy3lKO-2BXgbEe3UYKXI1bdS0FPeL33hjJXkD5taNQ80XYTuc-2FZOqHIksqrnba6h8EgkNZe8J79xJ6pynx4e4RBGFjDC7FBJyVtIZvvUl9EBfKPA317WKuQl9SEiQIU4FvKZWhjiqXvZmzfEUcTn2WDBApjo5cmVHjsk28Gyl8dg3-2BinPPloNohvwi66Ffy-2FkpB5uNQyjcvev-2FSIgMfoSazmBteXbcxTNTZzzBjnMxKNazluB-2BiIIR0AEFKF-2FHzdy-2FVW2wzdbGTwnpsTduAnI1Eco46Yitv6Kkny2NAd6JBYaZBt7V49tFwtM8SuMUq9ZC1ptkIm8wrxNj-2Fk\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">More information +<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Gates will open at 3:00pm this match day. Gate C will open at 2:30pm for curtain raiser entry.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend arriving early to avoid delays.<\/p>\n<p>The perfect weather for footy \u2013 partly cloudy with a high of 24\u00b0C.<\/p>\n<p>\n                                    Reporting inappropriate behaviour\n                                <\/p>\n<p>To report inappropriate or anti-social behaviour at Optus Stadium during an event, text the specific details (issue and location\/seat number) to the Patron Assistant number at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westcoasteagles.com.au\/news\/1985966\/tel:0409%20317%20771\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">0409 317 771<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, report the incident immediately to stadium staff, security personnel, or the police.<\/p>\n<p>SuperStore HoursRemember your Whopper Goal!<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Everything you need to know for Saturday afternoon footy at Optus Stadium! 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