Media Thread, 2025: Insightful, Inciteful and Incomptent

[Donkers]

came across my YT suggested, decided to reminisce

these boys made it look so easy

Whenever anyone is feeling bad this is a great watch.

 

[WCE777]

And what a waste of time it was… say something or say nothing. Not do whatever it was that was

As expected, nothing to see here.
Stepping down as co-captain was probably going to happen anyway.

As he gets older and the quality of leaders at the club there is nothing to gain or lose.

Might make him cheaper at the end of the year when he needs to get back to Perth to be around his kids.
Consenting adults sleeping with the wife's best friend is not ideal for his relationship.

He can still play footy at a VERY high level and lead.
Bet the WC powers to be have already made the phone call to his manager, 1 year player contract and coaching role after that.
Make it happen!!

 

[Ambrose Burnside]

Optus Stadium claims seventh-straight Stadium of the Year title in 2025 Awards

Optus Stadium has again been crowned Stadium of the Year, continuing its remarkable dominance in the 2025 Stadium Awards, the seventh edition of the fan-voted awards on Austadiums.

www.austadiums.com

 

[Farang83150]

But the g!

 

[DorothyG]

I haven't been to the G in maybe 5 odd years, I know it has had some minor updates since.

What it has going over Optus, obviously the size, however a packed and rocking Optus is just as impressive. The location with its proximity to the CBD is probaly only topped by AO.

The forecourt and lower areas around the newer northern sections is as good as Optus. The MCC area shits on every other seating areas of all stadiums.

The Gs surface always look emaculate, Optus always looks patchy and trashed.

The whole outside surrounds are a cool place to wonder on none game days, really just for the heritage. Optus is probably a "nicer" space to walk with the river right there and the greenery, the G is quite Barron on the outside I feel.
Optus just needs more time to integrate more WA sport heritage.

The Southern stand is really showing its age. That's what brings it down for mine. More than half of the "public" seats have the same vibe as the newer eastern end at subi.

I would definitely have Optus and AO as equal best in Aus. They are just so different and hard to compare the two. Optus really is still the template for a modern stadium where as AO leant into their heritage and produced something quite special.

The G for me would be #3. Half is fantastic and the size is hard to beat. If they end up proceeding with the GSS redevelopment, it would probably take the #1 spot.

But it's just a dick measuring comp at this point. Optus is an amazing and world class stadium that will keep bringing big games and events to Perth and it will be a comfortable place to go to watch.

 

[omgfridge]

I haven't been to the G in maybe 5 odd years, I know it has had some minor updates since.

What it has going over Optus, obviously the size, however a packed and rocking Optus is just as impressive. The location with its proximity to the CBD is probaly only topped by AO.

The forecourt and lower areas around the newer northern sections is as good as Optus. The MCC area shits on every other seating areas of all stadiums.

The Gs surface always look emaculate, Optus always looks patchy and trashed.

The whole outside surrounds are a cool place to wonder on none game days, really just for the heritage. Optus is probably a "nicer" space to walk with the river right there and the greenery, the G is quite Barron on the outside I feel.
Optus just needs more time to integrate more WA sport heritage.

The Southern stand is really showing its age. That's what brings it down for mine. More than half of the "public" seats have the same vibe as the newer eastern end at subi.

I would definitely have Optus and AO as equal best in Aus. They are just so different and hard to compare the two. Optus really is still the template for a modern stadium where as AO leant into their heritage and produced something quite special.

The G for me would be #3. Half is fantastic and the size is hard to beat. If they end up proceeding with the GSS redevelopment, it would probably take the #1 spot.

But it's just a dick measuring comp at this point. Optus is an amazing and world class stadium that will keep bringing big games and events to Perth and it will be a comfortable place to go to watch.

Have to agree, I went in 2022 to Hawks v Geelong and was really impressed with the lower area and how efficient/modern the bars were.

Went to Carl v Coll last season and was higher up in the stands, my god what a shit hole of a stadium. No cup holders, people allergic to sitting in their seat, questionable view of the field, just felt very meh. Was a shit game too so didn't even have the atmosphere to save it.

 

[Cuzz09]

Yeah whatever stadium you are at the lower level is probably the best for atmosphere. Especially when the noise gets trapped underneath the stands, its pretty cool.

Up too high and you may as well watch on tv.

I used to love trying to sit on level 2 at the MCG but they were hard to get.

Always wanted to sit here for a game for a totally different aesthetic (The McGovern pocket you could call it)

 

[Cuzz09]

Just randomly looking up tix for rd0 coll v stk to see what seats gen adm can get and "best option" was $89

thats mental

 

[MrKK]

Just randomly looking up tix for rd0 coll v stk to see what seats gen adm can get and "best option" was $89

thats mental

That's disappointing. Melbourne used to be the last bastion for affordable once-off tickets.

 

[Cuzz09]

That's disappointing. Melbourne used to be the last bastion for affordable once-off tickets.

I do wonder if you can still just rock up at the gate these days.

Used to be great going over there to a random neutral game, grab a $20ish seat and sit wherever was free.

I get prices go up but still sucks

 

[Bleedblueandgold]

Optus Stadium food hasn't improved from when it opened. Horrible frozen food that's usually poorly prepared.

 

[amazingjoshy]

Yeah whatever stadium you are at the lower level is probably the best for atmosphere. Especially when the noise gets trapped underneath the stands, its pretty cool.

Up too high and you may as well watch on tv.

I used to love trying to sit on level 2 at the MCG but they were hard to get.

Always wanted to sit here for a game for a totally different aesthetic (The McGovern pocket you could call it)

Disagree. Much prefer level 5 at Optus. Awesome view pretty much anywhere and much easier food/beer/toilet access

 

[Underdog]

Optus Stadium food hasn't improved from when it opened. Horrible frozen food that's usually poorly prepared.

Other than it being expensive, I actually think the food is pretty good. The kids love the popcorn chicken and the pizzas. The butter chicken loaded chips are pretty tasty, as are the burgers. They also sell a Karaage Po' Boy which I've been enjoying lately.

There's also good variety - I don't think they do much wrong.

 

[Imnotdeadyet]

I do wonder if you can still just rock up at the gate these days.

Used to be great going over there to a random neutral game, grab a $20ish seat and sit wherever was free.

I get prices go up but still sucks

Went to a game at Easter last year at Docklands. $29 general admission, sat in the bar behind the goal level 2 right up against the window all game - that's value!
Don't understand why they all hate Marvel, with the sightlines prefer it to the G, especially day games or when there's only 20,00 attending (or any time its cold). Much easier to get there as well.

 

[bzparkes]

Went to a game at Easter last year at Docklands. $29 general admission, sat in the bar behind the goal level 2 right up against the window all game - that's value!
Don't understand why they all hate Marvel, with the sightlines prefer it to the G, especially day games or when there's only 20,00 attending (or any time its cold). Much easier to get there as well.

Been to Marvel heaps. Aside from being very cold at times I never got the hate for it. Great place to watch footy and tickets are cheap.

 

[JackOutback]

Other than it being expensive, I actually think the food is pretty good. The kids love the popcorn chicken and the pizzas. The butter chicken loaded chips are pretty tasty, as are the burgers. They also sell a Karaage Po' Boy which I've been enjoying lately.

There's also good variety - I don't think they do much wrong.

Food at the WACA for the WBBL was significantly cheaper and probably better.

 

[Cuzz09]

MCG is purely history. Its epic but not always great for spectators.

Marvel is great for fans. Again, love sitting on the bottom level, wing 3 qtrs way back from fence. Great view (ironic its similar to broadcasters view after saying u may as well watch on tv )

 

[Cuzz09]

Saw they have stat on % game spent walking in the EPL and wondered does the AFL track this stat?

Be interesting to see our % compared to the elite running sides

 

[Ochre]

Disagree. Much prefer level 5 at Optus. Awesome view pretty much anywhere and much easier food/beer/toilet access

Yep, block 518ish north side of level 5 on the wing/behind the bowlers arm is the best spot for either sport.

 

[Bender_]

Other than it being expensive, I actually think the food is pretty good. The kids love the popcorn chicken and the pizzas. The butter chicken loaded chips are pretty tasty, as are the burgers. They also sell a Karaage Po' Boy which I've been enjoying lately.

There's also good variety - I don't think they do much wrong.

And it tastes even better being eaten directly off the ground!

 

[flyinghi64]

Went on a trip with a few mates to Melb to see a Friday night at Docklands game and Eagles playing at the G on the Saturday.
Was told it get's quite cold at the stadiums. Friday night at Marvel got pretty cold for an indoor stadium. The Saturday game at the G was even colder Brrrrrrrr.
The G was a good sight to behold but being an Eagles game it was a small crowd so lacked the noise and atmosphere. Sat in several different places from under the scoreboard to behind the goals just to test it out.
Preferred Docklands though. Seemed closer to the action no matter where we sat and the actual amenities were better and more easily accessible as was just getting around the ground.
The G was like "Sorry members only" " sorry you can't go this way you have to go around" Getting around the ground was a little annoying.

 

[larrikin]

Yep, block 518ish north side of level 5 on the wing/behind the bowlers arm is the best spot for either sport.

My seats are in 519, they are great. I looked to move this year as I'd like to be around 5-6 rows further forward but had no luck. When I looked at other options it dropped away - I wouldn't have minded ground level but the only options were looking onto the sun. Level 5 is great, but I think obly if you are on the wing (for footy)

 

[Cuzz09]

Went on a trip with a few mates to Melb to see a Friday night at Docklands game and Eagles playing at the G on the Saturday.
Was told it get's quite cold at the stadiums. Friday night at Marvel got pretty cold for an indoor stadium. The Saturday game at the G was even colder Brrrrrrrr.
The G was a good sight to behold but being an Eagles game it was a small crowd so lacked the noise and atmosphere. Sat in several different places from under the scoreboard to behind the goals just to test it out.
Preferred Docklands though. Seemed closer to the action no matter where we sat and the actual amenities were better and more easily accessible as was just getting around the ground.
The G was like "Sorry members only" " sorry you can't go this way you have to go around" Getting around the ground was a little annoying.

yeah I like how you can walk a lap of Marvel.

Can't access all of AO either. Members area Western Side

 

[Cuzz09]

MCG should have an inside the stadium walking area , you can't stay there and watch but you can see what different views look like.

I remember at Subi one day they were on me like Hawks when I stood behind a seat at the back row fir 10 seconds "move on mate!"

like settle down GI Joe

 

[Boohemian]

I remember at Subi one day they were on me like Hawks when I stood behind a seat at the back row fir 10 seconds "move on mate!"

like settle down GI Joe

Yeah, they were pricks like that at Subi. If you're not obstructing somebody's view or obstructing the path, who gives a shit if you're standing up watching the play.

 

[flyinghi64]

MCG should have an inside the stadium walking area , you can't stay there and watch but you can see what different views look like.

I remember at Subi one day they were on me like Hawks when I stood behind a seat at the back row fir 10 seconds "move on mate!"

like settle down GI Joe

Oh Yeah remember those days.
Go get a beer and come back to your seat standing at the top of the stairs waiting for a break in play so you don't obstruct people view.
"Can't stand here mate need to move" "just waiting for a break in play" "Can't loiter" Grrrrr