2024 Ampol State of Origin: Everything you need to know

Federation Square event

Watch the Queensland and New South Wales captains and coaches pre-match press conference live in Federation Square on Tuesday, June 25. Catch the players and coaches and hear their thoughts on the game from 12.30pm!

Today Show live cross

Join the Today Show on game day morning (Wednesday, June 26) from 5.30am in Federation Square in Melbourne with Origin ticket giveaways, past and present players of the game and a free breakfast for those there!

For more information contact: thaynes@nine.com.au.

Game Two event schedule

• 5.15pm – MCC Members' Reserve Gate 2 opens
• 5.15pm – Public gates open at Melbourne Cricket Ground
• 5.40pm – U/18's CAS Schools Boys Blue v Silver
• 7.30pm – Pre-match entertainment commences
• 8:05 pm – Origin II, New South Wales v Queensland

Where can I buy tickets? 

Purchase tickets for Ampol State of Origin Game Two via nrl.com/tickets.

To truly elevate the Origin experience, NRL Hospitality packages for Ampol State of Origin 2024 are also on sale via nrl.com/hospitality.

What's on at the game

Ampol Little Origin

Kicking off at half-time of Ampol State of Origin II, witness the second clash between some of New South Wales and Queensland's youngest stars as they take to the field for the ultimate Ampol Little Origin title. 

Coates

Your chance to win an all exclusive trip to Men's State of Origin III in Brisbane! Simply text your name to the provided number, which can be found around the stadium, for your chance to win.

Westpac 40/20 Markers

Thanks to Westpac, for every 40/20 kicked across the State of Origin series, Westpac will donate $1,000 to Gotcha4Life. 

Chemist Warehouse CeraVe Precinct

Ensure to check out Chemist Warehouse and CeraVe in the precinct at State of Origin for your chance to win great prizes including tickets to the NRL Grand Final. Also grab your free sample of CeraVe, the MVP of skincare.

Telstra Tracker

One lucky fan will get the chance to run against the LED of the game's best. The fastest will be the winner of a signed NRL jersey of their choice

Grab your Border Bar ticket

Border Bar is a pre, half-time and post-match event, offering a casual environment with a traditional footy fare menu and premium beverages served from your own private bar. It's the perfect place to entertain friends or clients, and the chance to rub shoulders with some rugby league greats on the night. $950 per person.

For more information and to enquire, click here.

Transport Information

To ensure you are inside the ground in time for kick-off, please arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process. Find your best way to get to the MCG with our journey planner and transport option tools. For information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more, click here.

The MCG is a cashless venue. All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets will be cashless, so transactions need to be made on a debit or credit card.

Click here for information for families, including the location of Parents' Rooms and change tables.

Accessibility

The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service operates during public events held at the MCG. The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The G-Train also features vehicles with wheelchair-friendly access.

Pre-booking is not required; simply wait at a designated pick up point for the next available buggy. The service has pick up points from the following locations:

• Richmond Station
• Jolimont Station
• Accessible Parking Area

Find out about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards here.

Parking

No general public parking is available for this match. Parking is available for accessibility and accredited pass-holders only. Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek here.

• Gate 3: 3.30pm
• Gate 5: 4.00pm
• Gate 6: Closed
• Gate 7: 6.00am