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Optus Stadium chief executive Mike McKenna is confident the extent of ticket issues seen in AFL Origin will not be repeated.

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Stadium boss concedes ticket issues may persist for week one

West Coast and Fremantle fans heading to the footy this weekend will face issues getting into Optus Stadium, the venue’s boss has conceded, but he is confident they will not be at the same level as AFL Origin. 

Josh Kempton

Audrey Nuna, vocalist from KPop Demon Hunters who will perform at the Opening Ceremony at Perth Stadium on March 1

SoccerCommentsDemon Hunter hopes to unite fans in blockbuster opener

From the Golden Globes to Optus Stadium, one of the hottest stars on the planet hopes she can use her Women’s Asian Cup show to celebrate the underdog.

Jake Santa Maria

Optus Stadium chief executive Mike McKenna.

SoccerCommentsPremiumStadium boss confident no repeat of Origin ticketing snafu

Optus Stadium chief executive Mike McKenna is confident the ticket problems with plagued entry to this month’s State of Origin clash will not be replicated at the Matildas’ Women’s Asian Cup opener on Sunday.

Ben Smith

The West Test is set to smash its crowd record in the Ashes.

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SOLD OUT! The West Test to trounce historic crowd record

The opening day of The West Test is officially a sell-out and The West can also reveal the second day of the Ashes match is tracking the same way, meaning the clash will trounce its own attendance record.

Jackson Barrett

Ticket sales for The West Test have reached unprecedented heights and thousands of tourists are coming for it.

CRICKET VideoCommentsPremiumAshes mania: Why Test cricket is the hottest ticket in town

It’s the hottest ticket in town. So hot that if you don’t get in quick, you won’t get in the door. Ticket sales for The West Test have reached unprecedented heights and thousands of tourists are coming for it.

Jackson Barrett

The opening day of The West Test is on the verge of becoming a sell-out amid unprecedented interest in the blockbuster Ashes series. Pictured: Australian skipper Pat Cummins.

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The West Test on track for sell-out and crowd record blitz

The opening day of The West Test is on the verge of becoming a sell-out — even before general public tickets go on sale — amid unprecedented interest in the blockbuster Ashes series. 

Jackson Barrett

Optus Stadium announcing their major events for 2025. Pictured is John Sutton, Kurtley Beale, Jacob Burns, Mahli Beardman and Dale Finucane. Riley Churchman

SPORT CommentsPremiumNo ‘one-trick pony’: Optus Stadium to become sport mecca

There will be a ‘smorgasbord’ of sport on offer at Optus Stadium this winter ahead of a packed summer schedule, according to chief executive Mike McKenna. 

Samantha Rogers

It’s official, Optus Stadium has gone back to back to back to back to back.

AWARDSCommentsOptus Stadium takes out best Aussie venue for fifth time

It’s official, Optus Stadium has gone back to back to back to back to back. The jewel in Perth’s crown has taken out the top venue honour nationally for the fifth year in a row.

Samantha Rogers

Optus Stadium chief executive Mike McKenna and Aaron Hardie at the venue on Thursday.

Cricket CommentsPremiumREVEALED: The West Test tipped to break opening day record

Optus Stadium bosses are planning for a crowd of around 100,000 to watch The West Test against India, with a record opening day crowd forecast.

Jackson Barrett

Will the Kangaroos be featuring in extra WA games next season?

AFL VideoCommentsPremium‘We would love to host it’: Optus keen on Kangaroos’ WA push

Optus Stadium’s boss is keen to host North Melbourne if the Victorian club’s push to sell two home games to Perth gets over the line. 

Jackson Barrett

Patrick and Jamie Cripps on the Optus Stadium turf before Sunday’s game.

AFLCommentsPremium‘Renovate’ not replace: Optus boss reveals turf plans

Optus Stadium chief executive Mike McKenna has revealed plans to ‘renovate’ and not replace the surface of the Burswood venue amid ongoing concerns over the turf.

Samantha Rogers

Ground keepers are work on the surface to ensure it is up to scratch.

AFLCommentsPremiumTurf in the wars? Optus surface braces for double-header

Optus Stadium’s turf is set for a test of its mettle as it prepares for an anticipated deluge of rain and a double dose of international rugby and AFL action less than 18 hours apart.

Ben Smith

East Fremantle won last year’s decider at Optus Stadium.

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Optus Stadium set to host WAFL grand final again

Optus Stadium is set to once again host the WAFL grand final but a time for the game’s start is still yet to be determined.

Mitchell Woodcock

Optus Stadium CEO Mike McKenna, New West Foods managing director Damon Venoutsos and Optus Stadium food and beverage GM Craig Menzies.

BusinessCommentsPremiumMajor WA food distributor extends Optus Stadium partnership

WA’s biggest independent food distribution company has extended its longstanding partnership with Optus Stadium and VenuesLive for another 3.5 years in what has been described a major boon for local jobs.

Cheyanne Enciso

Optus Stadium’s surface as come under the microscope for its patchy look.

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REVEALED: Optus Stadium boss on reason for turf issues

Optus Stadium chief executive Mike McKenna is confident the ground surface can hold up for a busy few months this winter despite the seasonal grass not coming on as well as hoped.

Mitchell Woodcock

Dayne Zorko gets a feel for the surface.

AFLCommentsPremiumIt’s not pretty but Optus surface will be good to go

A patched-up Brisbane squad got their first look at a reassembled Optus Stadium surface yesterday, 24 hours before their round one clash with Fremantle

Glen Quartermain

Optus Stadium staff are working ‘tirelessly’ to prepare the playing surface to host Fremantle’s clash with Brisbane on Sunday, with chief executive Mike McKenna declaring it will be match-ready.

AFLCommentsOptus Stadium confident replaced turf will be ‘match-ready’

Optus Stadium staff are working ‘tirelessly’ to prepare the playing surface to host Fremantle’s clash with Brisbane on Sunday, with chief executive Mike McKenna declaring it will be match-ready.

Samantha Rogers

Optus Stadium has revealed its collection of new food and beer options for this year’s footy season.

SEE THE MENUCommentsCheck out Optus Stadium’s DELICIOUS new food options

Optus Stadium has revealed its collection of new food and beer options for this year’s footy season.

Caleb Runciman

Rhea Ripley was the headline act in her home country at Elimination Chamber

Elimination ChamberCommentsEmotional Rhea Ripley reveals she let Perth into her soul

Australia’s Rhea Ripley had the most emotional moment of her brilliant WWE career on Saturday night when she retained her championship on home soil and couldn’t contain her emotions afterwards

Craig O'Donoghue

What a night!

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Perth turned up and made the WWE Universe take notice

The Elimination Chamber attracted more than 52,000 people to Optus Stadium and millions of eyeballs around the world in what was a massive night for the state.

Craig O'Donoghue

Annddd stilll...

Elimination Chamber CommentsRecap: Nia Jax caught in a Riptide as Mami wins!

The time for talk is over as Perth hosts WWE’s massive Elimination Chamber, who will emerge victorious for the chance to fight in WrestleMania and can Rhea Ripley defend her belt? Follow along for live updates.

Jake Santa Maria

Seth Rollins is on the card for Saturday' Elimination Chamber event.’

Under a cloudVideoCommentsCould Perth’s wet weather affect WWE Elimination Chamber?

WWE punters are looking up and praying for clear skies after wet weather conditions have already caused havoc, cancelling the annual Rottnest Swim.

David Johns

Rhea Ripley is having the time of he life.

Elimination ChamberCommentsPremiumProud Rhea Ripley can’t wait for her Oz WrestleMania moment

Australia’s Rhea Ripley was the toast of Perth on Friday and she’ll be the focus of the WWE Universe on Saturday when she headlines the Elimination Chamber at Optus Stadium

Craig O'Donoghue

The WWE Elimination Chamber will be at Optus Stadium on February 24

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Perth’s unbelievable bargain from WWE Elimination Chamber

Perth is one week away from being showcased on a massive world stage thanks to the WWE Elimination Chamber and nobody could have anticipated that the event would rise so many levels after the deal was signed

Craig O'Donoghue