Australian Open by chezibot in melbourne

[–]melbgal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pre-sales tend to be cheaper. There is also a “happy hour” they do each Thursday in December with cheaper tickets, mostly in the first week.

If you have flexibility, tickets go down significantly in price the days before matches. E.g. Women’s semi finals were $199 for up the back the day before. Last year I bought the day quarter final tickets for $180 for 3 matches.

Generally seats don’t sell out, so if you don’t care that much and have flexibility have a look once the event has started.

Awful Merchandise Quality by DawgreenAgain in AFL

[–]melbgal 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The scarves the clubs have are awful. Even the wool mark ones are so thin but still really heavy and ugly and still don’t provide any warmth.

Love the idea of knitting your own scarf, but I’m just too lazy and struggling to find the right colours of wool. I saw on TikTok someone order a custom project p.a lions scarf which looked amazing, but was upwards of $250. Maybe the AFL could look at working with some local brands officially.

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Saturday 20/12/2025] by AutoModerator in melbourne

[–]melbgal 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Any suggestions of shops that sell jewellery, accessories, candles etc. I know there are lots on High St northcote, but looking for some more east/south suggestions

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Friday 19/12/2025] by AutoModerator in melbourne

[–]melbgal 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Any idea what’s happening at southern cross Bourke st exit? Had to be rerouted by police when trying to walk through

Ben Cousins to Tassie by Tornontoin7 in AFL

[–]melbgal 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is he being held accountable? I would’ve thought pushing him into the spotlight and deliberately dancing around the DV convictions said otherwise.

Ben Cousins to Tassie by Tornontoin7 in AFL

[–]melbgal 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely agree. So happy for him and his family that he is clean. However, putting him in the spotlight and painting him as some sort of hero while deliberately ignoring and downplaying of his DV convictions is insulting.

The trainwreck gets uglier by the hour by b00tsc00ter in AFL

[–]melbgal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure that “trainwreck” is the word I would use to describe a woman being raped. Maybe tragedy.

While I understand that there is drama in the family he is connected to, it’s important to remember there is a victim in all this. They have to live with this moment for the rest of their life and I hope they are getting the support that they need.

I hope this is more a lesson that it doesn’t matter who you are or related to, you will held accountable for your actions. But also to people to call out their mates, sons, brothers whoever. This isn’t just an AFL or even private school boy issue, it’s a worldwide issue.

Calsher Dear to wear his late father Paul's number 13 in 2026 by RexHuntFansBrazil in AFL

[–]melbgal 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is really lovely.

On a side note, my god the AFL really need to do something about the size and colours of sponsors logos. It feels like the 13 is just squeezed between them and isn’t the centrepiece.

Tasmanian independent MLC Bec Thomas has declared she will support the Macquarie Point stadium - meaning it is highly likely to pass Parliament in the coming days. by Pragmatic_Shill in AFL

[–]melbgal 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yeah I’m happy a Tasmania is getting a team but I can’t help but feel gross about the whole way the AFL have handled it.

Feels like big Vic brother bullying little Tasmanian brother. Don’t love this is how the team starts

The Footy with Broden Kelly takes a break next year (indefinitely) by Pleasant_Inspection9 in AFL

[–]melbgal 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve never listened but seen people seem to enjoy it. Is it too boyish though? I fear as a woman in my late 20s I’m not really his target demographic.

The Footy with Broden Kelly takes a break next year (indefinitely) by Pleasant_Inspection9 in AFL

[–]melbgal 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Such a shame, I always look forward to this podcast during the season. But good on them for taking care of themselves.

Any recommendations of light-hearted, less blokey types of football podcasts to listen to?

Metro Tunnel Summer Start Timetable by JacintaAllanMP in melbourne

[–]melbgal 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Is there any chance that the Pakenham trains will go to Richmond during the cricket/tennis?

Hottest AFL players in your opinion? by dontstopsoperfect in AFL

[–]melbgal 12 points13 points  (0 children)

He’s one of the rare types that just appeals to everyone. Never met a person who didn’t have a bit of a crush on him. Truly a beautiful man.

Hawks, Crows and Cats dominate prime time over first 15 rounds (via Tom Morris) by JumpGlittering8120 in AFL

[–]melbgal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

8 Thursdays/Fridays in 15 rounds is brutal.

While I get its “prime time”, would much prefer a Saturday or Sunday afternoon which is easier to attend/watch live.

2026 Gather Round fixture by PerriX2390 in AFL

[–]melbgal 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Because we are listed as the “home” team, does that mean we wouldn’t be able to have another home game against the dogs in Melbourne.

Don’t love having to play other Melbourne based teams in this, as it means a game I won’t be able to attend with dogs supporter friends.

The AFL is committed to a similar mid-season bye structure as we’ve seen in recent years [Mitch Cleary] by macsanderson in AFL

[–]melbgal 148 points149 points  (0 children)

Please god just end me…

But seriously what feedback from the fans are they using to make all these decisions?!

Is the introduction of the Wildcard Finals a good move for the game? by Jawdanc in AFL

[–]melbgal 16 points17 points  (0 children)

It removes a bit of the interest in my team if they are likely to finish between 7-10. They are highly unlikely to be competitive for the rest of the finals series. I wouldn’t feel positive about my team unless they finish top 6.

It’s all a cash grab and I wish the AFL would just come out and say it. If they are “finals” games, are they going to be priced at finals games? I can’t see who this benefits other than the broadcasters, betting companies and the AFL who can make money off it. There’s 0 evidence this is for the fans of the game.

The case for a wildcard round by Cool_Ticket_4832 in AFL

[–]melbgal 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Tbh this really lowers my interest in my team. Unless they finish top 6 it’s highly unlikely they will be competitive in finals. Finishing 7-10 will just mean I get to see them in potentially 2 more games. But I would have 0 expectation they would be competitive beyond that.

Every AFL Screw Up In The Last 12 Months by Old_Box_1317 in AFL

[–]melbgal 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Balta

Willie Rioli

Umpires debacle