Hawthorn will again honour the work of Victoria's emergency workers with the return of its annual Emergency Services Match this weekend. 

Now in its fourth year, the action-packed game against Melbourne on Saturday will see the two sides battle it out while also showcasing their support for the states emergency services personnel pre-game. 

BUY YOUR TICKETS TO SATURDAY'S CLASH HERE

At half time fans can show their support to all the emergency services workers and volunteers as they take to the field for a lap of honour.

The organisations recognised as part of this special match include:

  • SES Victoria
  • Victorian Council of Churches Emergencies Ministry 
  • Life Saving Victoria 
  • Red Cross 
  • Country Fire Authority 
  • Marine Search and Rescue
  • Fire Rescue Victoria 
  • St Johns 
  • Forest Fire Management 
  • Victoria Police 
  • ESTA 
  • Ambulance Victoria 

Each year, the club's Emergency Services Match is an opportunity to thank these dedicated people while also raising awareness of the impact this work can have on the mental health and wellbeing of all of the people working tirelessly in these fields.

You can purchase tickets to the match via Ticketek HERE.

A portion of the proceeds of ticket sales will be donated to the Emergency Services Foundation, you can also make a donation to the foundation HERE.

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Hawthorn's Emergency Services Match is back for 2023

Join us as we recognise our Emergency Workers and Volunteers ahead of our Round Nine Emergency Services match against Melbourne this Saturday.

The Details

🆚 Hawthorn vs Melbourne 

📅 Saturday May 13

⏱️ 4:35pm AEST, Yarra Park entertainment beginning at 12.30pm

📍MCG

What's On

Be there from 12:30pm to enjoy all the FREE family fun and festivities in our Emergency Services Fan Zone in the MCG’s Yarra Park outside Gate 3. There’s a special performances by Chase and Marshall from Paw Patrol, plus exciting demonstrations and activities from all Victoria’s Emergency Services, live music, food trucks, giveaways and much more!

Be in your seat from 4pm for an unforgettable day of footy and entertainment, plus KIDS GET IN FREE! Before the game, we’ll showcase Victoria’s emergency services as we welcome key personnel and the motorcade. At half time you can show your thanks to as our emergency services workers and volunteers take to the field for a lap of honour, plus a special performance by Rob Mills.

Saturday's game is a celebration for everyone, whether you're a footy fan or simply want to show your support for our Emergency Services personnel. See you there!