Hawthorn will host the first ever AFLW match at Cazalys Stadium, Cairns on Friday night when it takes on Richmond.

The Hawks spent their pre-season camp in the region so will fancy their chances of getting back-to-back wins come Friday night.

Tickets for the game are $10 while kids go in free.

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Details

WHO: Hawthorn v Richmond

WHAT: Round 8 (Indigenous Round)

WHEN: Friday 20 October

TIME: 6.45pm AEST / 7.45pm AEDT

WHERE: Cazalys Stadium, Cairns

BROADCAST: Channel 7/ 7+ and the AFL/W Official Apps

What’s on

Before the action gets underway between the Hawks and Tigers, Cazalys Stadium will play host to a game between local teams Cape York House Girls and Far North Queensland Best.

Then, settle in for a historic night under Friday night lights, with a beautiful Welcome to Country set to commence official proceedings.

While you’re walking around the ground, help yourself to food, drinks, kids activities, giveaways and more!

Hawthorn will again be proudly wearing its 2023 Indigenous Guernsey, designed by Woi-Wurrung Wurundjeri and Yorta-Yorta designer Simone Thomson.

The guernsey is titled ‘Ballerrt Ngawan’ and means ‘strong sun’.

Membership

Round 8 v Richmond is a home game for the Hawks.

All AFLW members will have access to this game.

For entry into matches, members must scan their digital membership card.

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How to watch

For those wanting to follow along at home, the game will be broadcast live on Channel 7 and 7+ as well as the AFL and AFLW Official Apps.

Follow @hawthornaflw on Facebook, X, Threads and Instagram for behind-the-scenes access and all the best highlights, photos, stats and stories throughout the game.

Last time we met  

Richmond (44) defeated Hawthorn (9)

 It was a difficult day for the Hawks, battling tough conditions and an experienced team at Punt Road Oval.

However, Aileen Gilroy played one of her best games in Hawks colours, kicking one goal to go with 17 disposals and 12 tackles.

Captain Tilly Lucas-Rodd also chipped in with 17 disposals to complement their eight tackles and seven clearances.

Getting to Cazalys Stadium

By Car

There is limited parking available within close proximity of Cazaly’s Stadium such as DFO and the large industrial area of Newell Street. Please obey traffic signs at all times. The Cazaly’s Social Club carpark is for Cazaly’s Members only. There is no public parking within the Cazaly’s Stadium precinct.

By Bus

Current timetables are available here. Buses depart Cairns Central Terminal, Spece Street every 20 minutes on weekdays to Mulgrave Road on Bus 141, 142 and 143.

By Taxi 

At the conclusion of the match, taxis will be available from the Tills Street and Cazaly’s Social Club taxi ranks.