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Peter RolfeMajor Events and Development Reporter

Peter Rolfe is the Herald Sun Major Events and Development reporter. He has previously worked in state politics, general news, education and sport in a journalism career spanning 20 years.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. May 4, 2024. AFL Round 8. . Western Bulldogs vs Hawthorn at Marvel Stadium. Harry Morrison of the Hawks fends off Bulldog Adam Treloar during the 1st qtr. . Pic: Michael Klein

How you can secure finals tickets in September scramble

The race to snap up tickets to the first week of the AFL finals is on. This is all you need to know about the ticketing process.

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MELBOURNE . 29/09/2023. AFL . Grand Final Parade. Josh Daicos of the Magpies during todayÃs parade . Pic: Michael Klein

AFL reveals major change to Grand Final Parade

In its third change in as many years, the AFL has given footy fans a sneak peek into what to expect at this year’s Grand Final Parade.

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St Andrews Beach Brewery opens at Melbourne Park precinct. L to R staff - Hudsyn and Rebecca. . Friday, August 23. 2024. Picture: David Crosling

Mornington Peninsula brewery calls first drinks at sport HQ

A popular Mornington Peninsula brewery is launching its first city outpost at Melbourne Park— just in time for the AFL finals.

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Trio of towers on the waterfront side of Docklands’ AFL Marvel Stadium precinct

‘Too high, too bulky’: Lord Mayor’s swipe at Marvel Stadium precinct redevelopment

Lord Mayor Nick Reece has accused the government of ignoring local concerns by forging ahead with a mega-redevelopment, with a vision for the site dubbed the “Great Wall of Docklands”.

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Bar Bambi mock restaurant to be set up on the home straight at Caulfield Racecourse Tables, chairs, table clothes, table lamps etc to be on display with signature food and drink from Bar Bambi Rozalia Russian from Bar Bambi in a beautiful dress, sitting on a table, reading a menu Nick Russian from Bar Bambi possibly pouring her a glass of champagne. Picture by Wayne Taylor 16th August 2024

New-look entertainment precinct unveiled for Caulfield Cup Carnival

Ritzy Melbourne club Bar Bambi will headline a new trackside hospitality precinct at the Caulfield races, which has been designed to get punters closer than ever to the action.

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Big crowd during the Round 1 AFL match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Sydney Swans at the MCG on March 15, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - Phil Hillyard **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Footy finals ticket prices revealed

The AFL is rolling out a new seating category for finals at the MCG. This is how much you’ll pay to support your team.

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How Dusty is set for life with multimillion-dollar property portfolio

Dustin Martin’s retirement from footy has left many wondering what’s next for the Tigers star, but some shrewd property investments mean it’s unlikely he will ever have to work again.

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2019 AFL Grand Final. 28/09/2019. Richmonds Dustin Martin with his grandmother Lois Knight in the rooms after the 2019 AFL Grand Final match between the Richmond Tigers and the GWS Giants at the MCG on September 28, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. Picture: Michael Klein.

The moment Dusty broke retirement news to family

Loved ones of outgoing Tigers star Dustin Martin have revealed exactly what happened when they learned the footy great was set to call time on his decorated career.

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Caulfield Cup Ticket Release promo.Models Anna Lynn in a Jason Greco dress and Tate Short in an Arthur Galen suit with former race horse Bare at Caulfield Race Course. Picture: David Caird

Caulfield Cup carnival ticket prices slashed amid cost of living crisis

Ticket costs for Caulfield’s major spring race days have been wound back to what fans would have paid in 2016 – and entry to one event will be free. See all the prices here.

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Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece at the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel at Docklands. Picture: Andrew Henshaw

‘Time for action’: Lord Mayor determined to get Star spinning again

Melbourne’s new Lord Mayor Nick Reece is calling for action on the Melbourne Star, as the three-year anniversary of its closure approaches.

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