Sydney Cricket Ground, as a part of the Venues NSW network, has partnered with Liveli to bring its doorstep-to-seat digital mapping solution – MapsIndoors by MapsPeople – to the Moore Park precinct. 
 
Sporting fans and eventgoers attending the Sydney Cricket Ground, Accor Stadium (Sydney Olympic Park), CommBank Stadium (Parramatta), McDonald Jones Stadium (Newcastle), Newcastle Entertainment Centre, WIN Stadium (Wollongong), WIN Entertainment Centre (Wollongong) and the soon-to-be-opened Allianz Stadium (Moore Park), will soon be able to map their way from home to their seat with a click of a button. 
 
The easy-to-use platform will allow patrons to plan every element of their journey from how to get to their favourite food and merchandise outlets, bathrooms, or the quickest route to their seating row or upgraded corporate hospitality suite. 
 
The new digital way-finding solution, which will progressively roll out across NSW’s major stadiums over the next 12 months, follows the success of MapsPeople’s partnership with the Chase Centre in San Francisco, home to the NBA’s Golden State Warriors.
“Venues NSW is proud to team up with Liveli and MapsPeople to bring a world-leading wayfinding solution to New South Wales’ biggest and best sporting and entertainment venues,” said Tim Blight, Head of Technology at Venues NSW.
“The technology makes it easier for fans to find their favourite food and drink outlets, merchandise stalls, or corporate and function spaces.
“We’re particularly excited about bringing the solution to the soon-to-be-opened Allianz Stadium – which will be a world-class 42,500 seat stadium right in the heart of Sydney CBD.” 
 
The digital mapping solution is the first of its kind stadium way-finding solution in Australia that will assist the millions of event attendees each year, ensuring a premium and seamless experience to their seat.
Liveli’s Senior Account Executive, Alexis Phillips, said it’s exciting to bring its digital mapping solution, in partnership with Google Maps and MapsIndoors platforms, to the NSW’s biggest and best stadia. 
 
“Liveli, and our partner MapsPeople, are pleased for the opportunity to work with Venues NSW on this application that will enhance the experience for all stadium visitors for years to come,” Phillips said. 
 
“The MapsIndoors technology, based upon the familiar and trusted Google Maps Platform, will be intuitive and simple to use for everyone. We can’t wait for the rollout of this across all of the Venues NSW stadiums and entertainment centres.”
The above joint press release was published on behalf of Liveli and Venues NSW.

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World-class Wayfinding Coming to the SCG

Ahead of the Sydney Swans’ first home game at the Sydney Cricket Ground this Friday night against Geelong, Merivale put on a unique lunch experience on the hallowed turf of the SCG for all Swans players and coaches.
Following training, the entire Swans list were treated to the new Merivale menu available for Swans members and supporters at the SCG this season – starting on Friday night.
From Queen Chow dumplings and cheese burger spring rolls, fresh prawns and sashimi, to Jimmy’s Falafel wraps, pizza, salad bowls and the new SCG Pie – the players and coaches got to try it all. And they enjoyed every bite.
Merivale’s executive chefs including Dan Hong (Queen Chow), Mike Eggert (Totti’s), Nathan Johnson (Felix), Simon Zalloua (Jimmy’s Wraps) and others were on hand to talk to the players about the food they served … and to have a kick of the Sherrin.
“We thought we would show the Swans boys the food and what fans can expect,” Merivale Executive Chef Mike Eggert said.
“The plan was to get the boys out, show them the food and talk them through it. I think 20 seconds in they had opened every pie and taco!”
Sydney Swans coach John Longmire was impressed the array of dishes on offer.
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“It’s been incredible tasting the menu today, there wasn’t anything I didn’t like,” Longmire said.
“I went from table to table and had a go at everything. It’s as good as it gets, absolutely beautiful.”
The Merivale offering at the SCG will cater for all tastes and the chefs have also ensured a footy favourite – the meat pie – was included in the menu. The ‘signature SCG pie’ will no doubt be a favourite with fans and got the tick of approval from Swan Nick Blakey.
“It’s not the footy without a meat pie,” Blakey said.
“Growing up and going to the footy the memories are going to the game with your family and everyone is there with a meat pie. The pie here today definitely takes the cake for the best one!”
Swans co-captain Dane Rampe was also impressed with what he had tasted.
“I really liked the cheeseburger spring rolls, they were something I had never had before and if I was watching the footy from the stands, they are something I would be tucking into,” Rampe said.

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Swans Sample Merivale's SCG Menu

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SCG Tour: Use Your Dine & Discover Voucher

The Sydney Cricket Ground is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Trustee, the Hon. Peter McMahon AM.
Peter passed away peacefully on March 13, 2022, aged 90.
Late of Cronulla, formerly of Burraneer Bay, Caringbah, Mosman and Wagga Wagga, Peter was the beloved husband of Wendy (dec), cherished father of Martyn, Verona and Gregory. Grandfather of Naomi, Brendan, Watson, Fiona, Caitlin &amp; Isolde. Great Grandfather of Huxley, Corbin, Tanner, Ella &amp; Louis.
Peter served in the Australian Army in the 7th Regiment and went on to join the Australian Labor Party (ALP) in 1954. He was active and held various roles in local government finance and industrial committees; serving as a member of the New South Wales Central Executive 1970 - 1982. Secretary of ALP Local Government Policy Committee; Secretary of ALP Industrial Committee; Chairperson of Local Government Policy Committee.
He was awarded an Order of Australia (AM) 1982, for services to trade unionism and community.
“Peter was appointed the 102nd Trustee of the Sydney Cricket &amp; Sports Ground Trust from 1978 to 1990 during a period of significant evolution of the precinct,” SCG and Venues NSW Chairman Tony Shepherd said.
“His term with the SCG Trust oversaw the construction of the former Sydney Football Stadium, Brewongle Stand, Clive Churchill Stand, Bill O’Reilly Stand and former Dally Messenger Stand, the first electronic scoreboard, and introduction of World Series Cricket.
“Peter and Wendy remained welcome friends of the SCG upon his retirement and we thank him for his service.
“Our deepest sympathies are with Peter’s family at this sad time,” he added.
Peter’s family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of his life at 11am on Tuesday, 22 March 2022 at St Aloysius of Gonzaga Catholic Church, 18 Giddings Ave, Cronulla.

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Vale Peter McMahon

We join the sporting world in disbelief and shock at the loss of Shane Warne. We have farewelled too many great cricketers these past few months.
'Warnie' was one of the most loved cricketers of any generation, particularly at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
He played his first and last Test matches at the SCG and has taken more Test wickets at our ground than any player in history.
His feats will live on in our minds and his performances are preserved on our honour boards but our summers ahead will be emptier without his presence.
We cheered Warnie on the field and many of our staff were lucky to know him during his playing and commentary careers. He was generous with his time whenever he visited, greeting us like old family members.
He loved the SCG and we loved him back.
–&nbsp;Tony Shepherd AO, Chairman Sydney Cricket Ground and Venues NSW&nbsp;
Shane Keith Warne at the Sydney Cricket Ground
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 <li>14 Test matches: 276 runs at 17.25 with one half-century, 64 wickets at 28.12 with four five-wicket hauls and twice taking 10 wickets in a match</li>
 <li>26 One-Day International matches: 81 runs at 10.12, 43 wickets at 22.74 with one five-wicket haul</li>
 <li>Five Sheffield Shield Matches: 111 runs at 18.50 with one half-century; 15 wickets at 44.60 with one five-wicket haul</li>
 <li>Made his Test Debut at the SCG against India in 1991/92</li>
 <li>Took 7-56 and 5-72 against South Africa in 1993/94 and 5-75 and 6-34 against South Africa in 1997/98. These performances gave him match figures of 12-128 in 1993/94 and 11-109 in 1997/98.</li>
 <li>Retired from Test Cricket at the SCG against England in January 2007 alongside with Glenn McGrath and Justin Langer.</li>
 <li>His final match at the SCG was for the Melbourne Stars against the Sydney Sixers in 2011/12</li>
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Vale Shane Warne

The Pride Game will return to the SCG in 2022 with the Sydney Swans to host the annual fixture in their Round 15 match-up with St Kilda.&nbsp;
The game was established between the two sides in 2016 to celebrate diversity and inclusion, and ensure everyone feels welcome at the football.
The match is also an opportunity to listen, learn and highlight stories from the LGBTIQA+ community.
It will be the first time our players run out in the pride guernsey in front of a home crowd, while players will also don rainbow socks for the game.
The Sydney Swans will march in the Mardi Gras Parade for a fifth-consecutive year, joining the world’s biggest celebration of LGBTIQA+ pride at the SCG on Saturday, March 5.
For more on the Pride Game, <a href="https://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/1064169/sydney-to-host-pride-game-march-in-mardi-gras-parade">click here.</a>

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Swans Confirm Pride Game in Round 15

Australia's heaviest hitters return to the SCG for the first time since their World Cup success in Dubai last year, to take on Sri Lanka in the first two matches of a five-T20 International series.
<a href="https://www.sydneycricketground.com.au/events/t20i__australia_v_sri_lanka" data-new-window="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to see all the event details.</a>
Dettol T20 International series schedule:
February 11: Australia v Sri Lanka, Sydney Cricket Ground, 7:10pm AEDT
February 13: Australia v Sri Lanka, Sydney Cricket Ground, 7:10pm AEDT
February 15: Australia v Sri Lanka, Manuka Oval, 7:10pm AEDT
February 18: Australia v Sri Lanka, Melbourne Cricket Ground, 7:10pm AEDT
February 20: Australia v Sri Lanka, Melbourne Cricket Ground, 5:10pm AEDT

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What's on at AUS v SL

The State Funeral Service for Australian rugby league ‘Immortal’ John Raper MBE will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Monday, 28 February at 10.30am.&nbsp;
Mr Raper’s family accepted the offer of a State Funeral by the NSW Government in recognition of his remarkable contribution to the sport of rugby league.
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said Mr Raper, who passed away last week aged 82 after a long battle with dementia, was regarded as the greatest rugby league lock forward, with some experts considering him the best rugby league player ever.
“A State Funeral is a worthy tribute for Johnny Raper who was one of the most loved players in the history of rugby league. It’s only fitting that family, friends and supporters gather at the SCG in recognition of his achievements and life,” Mr Perrottet said.
The State Funeral will be an important opportunity to honour and pay tribute to his contributions&nbsp;with his&nbsp;family, friends, dignitaries and members of the public. The family selected the SCG for the service due to its strong connection to him as he was a lifetime member and won eight consecutive grand finals there with his beloved St George Dragons.&nbsp;
The service at the SCG will be an outdoor seated event. Attendees at the SCG will be required to follow appropriate COVID-19 measures.&nbsp;
Gates to the SCG for the Funeral Service will open at 9.45am and guests and members of the public will need to be seated by 10.15am sharp. The Funeral will also be live streamed for people unable to attend from 10.30am.
Mr Raper was born in Camperdown in Sydney’s inner west and grew up in a working-class family of nine boys. He played junior rugby league for the Camperdown Dragons before representing Newtown's President's Cup side in 1956. A year later, aged 17, he made his first-grade debut for Newtown. In 1958, he represented Sydney as a lock against Great Britain.
Mr Raper won the Clive Churchill Medal in 1966; was named an Immortal in 1981; was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in 1985; was awarded an MBE from Britain in 2000 for Australian Sports; inducted into the Australian Rugby League and International Hall of Fame in 2002; and named in Team of the Century in 2008.&nbsp;
For further details on the Funeral including arrival entry points, the live stream and the online condolence book visit&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__nsw.gov.au_stateservices&amp;d=DwQFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=f194YcpmuqEpGFovRsxnJo6Bc3sMb6KKqlkD47__mlI&amp;m=h4GH9L_Feqz46RbDiHkGmEtTPAyawIw0O_qhAgHp2sM&amp;s=2QzlwqlwQ-8PbU8Py23WnPG4hP55TyqjV9ejuo9QN3o&amp;e=" title="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__nsw.gov.au_stateservices&amp;d=DwQFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=f194YcpmuqEpGFovRsxnJo6Bc3sMb6KKqlkD47__mlI&amp;m=h4GH9L_Feqz46RbDiHkGmEtTPAyawIw0O_qhAgHp2sM&amp;s=2QzlwqlwQ-8PbU8Py23WnPG4hP55TyqjV9ejuo9QN3o&amp;e=">nsw.gov.au/stateservices</a>.
Originally posted as 'Vale Johnny Raper'
Venues NSW and the Sydney Cricket Ground is mourning the loss of Rugby League Immortal and St George great, Johnny Raper, who passed away today aged 82. 
 
A key member of St George’s golden era, which saw the club win 11 consecutive premierships, Raper played 185 matches for his beloved St George, winning eight NSWRFL grand finals. 
 
Arguably the greatest all-round player in rugby league history, Raper was the ultimate team player who would rise for game’s biggest moments, from grand finals to representative football with NSW and Australia. 
 
In 2008, Raper was made an SCG Life Member, which coincided with the Centenary of Rugby League. He was an inaugural inductee to the SCG Walk of Honour.&nbsp;
<code>&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;The St George Illawarra Dragons are deeply saddened by the passing of St George Dragons and rugby league immortal Johnny Raper. Raper passed away following a long battle with illness. He was 82.&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/redv?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#redv&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; St George Illawarra Dragons (@NRL_Dragons) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/NRL_Dragons/status/1491222246701948928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;February 9, 2022&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;</code> 
 
Venues NSW Chairman Tony Shepherd paid tribute to Raper. 
 
“Johnny was one of the greatest rugby league players ever to play the game and it is a very sad day to lose such a true icon,” Shepherd said. 
 
“Johnny played his first game at the SCG in an under-8s match and went on to compile one of the most impressive sporting resumes ever seen, including eight straight St George premierships, and captaining Australia to World Cup victory in 1968. 
 
“On behalf of Venues NSW and the Sydney Cricket Ground, our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Johnny’s family, friends and his former team mates during this time.” 
 
In an interview with the Sydney Cricket Ground in 2014, Raper spoke of his love for the famous ground. 
 
“This ground (the SCG) when you run out on it and see the crowd on it, you can do nothing else bar play a good game of football – it is unbelievable,” Raper said in the 2014 interview. &nbsp; 
 
“The feeling when you run out there, especially when you’re playing against the world champions like Great Britain – it just lifts you.” 
 
The flags at the SCG have been lowered to half-mast today in honour of the legendary Johnny Raper.

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Raper To Be Remembered at State Funeral

The National Selection Panel (NSP) has named the following men’s squad for the Dettol T20 International Series against Sri Lanka.
Australia plays Sri Lanka in five Dettol T20 Internationals in Sydney, Canberra and Melbourne from February 11-20.
 
Australian squad for the Dettol T20 International Series against Sri Lanka:
Aaron Finch (VIC/Geelong Cricket Club) (c)
Ashton Agar (WA/University Cricket Club )&nbsp;
Pat Cummins (NSW/Penrith Cricket Club)
Josh&nbsp;Hazlewood&nbsp;(NSW/St George Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Travis Head (SA/Tea Tree Gully Cricket Club)
Moises Henriques (NSW/St George Cricket Club)
Josh Inglis (WA/Joondalup Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Ben McDermott (TAS/Lindisfarne Cricket Club)
Glenn Maxwell (VIC/Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Jhye Richardson (WA/Fremantle District Cricket Club)
Kane Richardson (SA/West Torrens Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Steve Smith (NSW/Sutherland Cricket Club)
Mitchell Starc (NSW/Manly Warringah Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Marcus&nbsp;Stoinis&nbsp;(WA/Subiaco Floreat Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Matthew Wade (TAS/Clarence Cricket Club)&nbsp;
Adam Zampa (NSW/Sutherland Cricket Club)
 
George Bailey, NSP Chair, said: “This squad will begin preparation for the ICC T20 World Cup defence at home later this year and includes several players who have an early chance to impress in these five matches against a quality opposition.”&nbsp;
Josh Hazlewood returns from a side injury with BBL Player of the Year Ben McDermott and Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques, who toured the West Indies and Bangladesh last winter, included alongside Travis Head and Jhye Richardson.
David Warner and Mitch Marsh will miss the campaign to prepare for the Pakistan tour immediately following the Sri Lankan Series.
Justin Langer and a number of other core support staff will take planned leave in preparation for the Pakistan tour. Andrew McDonald will act as Head Coach for the Sri Lankan T20 Series.
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Cricket Australia Names Squad For SCG T20Is

Sydney Sixers will be out to avenge a last-start qualifying final loss when the side returns to the SCG on Wednesday (January 26) to host Adelaide in The Challenger.
The back-to-back defending champions were soundly beaten by Perth, but after finishing second at the end of the regular season, earn a finals second-chance.&nbsp;
<code>&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Sydney we&amp;#39;re coming home for the CHALLENGER 🙌&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We&amp;#39;ll take on the winner of the knockout this Wednesday at the SCG 🥳&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BBL11?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#BBL11&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a href="https://t.co/QkLIhQitpF"&gt;pic.twitter.com/QkLIhQitpF&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Sydney Sixers (@SixersBBL) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/SixersBBL/status/1485005266165055488?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;January 22, 2022&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;</code>
<a href="https://hotshow4.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=BBLCHALL22" data-new-window="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tickets to the Sixers-Strikers match are now on sale. Click here to secure your seat at the SCG.</a>
<a href="https://www.sydneycricketground.com.au/events/bbl__sydney_sixers_v_adelaide_strikers">Event details can be found here.</a>

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Sixers, Strikers Set For Challenger Clash

The Sydney Cricket Ground will stage seven matches at the Men’s 2022 T20 World Cup, the ICC has confirmed.
Hosts and defending champions, Australia will play New Zealand in the opening match of the Super 12 at the SCG on Saturday 22 October in a re-match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 Final.
In an exciting first for Sydney cricket fans, the SCG will host a massive double-header on October 27, with South Africa to take on Bangladesh before India host the runner-up of Group A.
The semi-finals will be played at the SCG and Adelaide Oval on 9 and 10 November, respectively.
Full fixtures and ticketing information are available at <a href="http://t20worldcup.com" data-new-window="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">t20worldcup.com</a>

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SCG To Stage Seven T20 World Cup Matches

New Zealand’s men’s white-ball tour to Australia, scheduled for January 24 - February 9, has been postponed until further notice due to New Zealand’s border controls, quarantine requirements and the resulting uncertainty over when the squad would be able to return to New Zealand.
Cricket Australia (CA) and New Zealand Cricket (NZC) will discuss when the postponed fixtures can be played.&nbsp;
CA will confirm the schedule for the Dettol T20 Internationals against Sri Lanka in coming days.
Nick Hockley, CA CEO, said: “We are extremely disappointed that we won’t be able to play the scheduled matches against New Zealand as planned, however we will continue to work with New Zealand Cricket to reschedule the series.
“We thank NZC, who made every effort to make the series happen, however because they were unable to get certainty over return quarantine arrangements, it is simply just not possible at this time.
“We know fans will be disappointed and thank them for their understanding given the unique circumstances that the global pandemic presents for everyone.
“We look forward to welcoming Sri Lanka to Australia next month and will confirm the schedule for that series as soon as possible.”
Ticket purchasers for all matches that have been postponed will be fully refunded and will be contacted directly by the relevant ticket agent.

Upcoming ODI, T20I Series Postponed

The McGrath Foundation, Cricket Australia and the SCG want to thank everyone around Australia and overseas who have purchased Virtual Pink Seats to help make the 14th New Year's Test the ‘pinkest’ Ashes ever.
More than 250,000 Virtual Pink Seats have been sold, raising over $5m to help fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses across Australia.
<code>&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;It&amp;#39;s officially the pinkest Ashes ever!!&lt;br&gt;240,000 Virtual Pink Seats! We can hardly believe it! No matter where you&amp;#39;ve been supporting from, you&amp;#39;ve officially helped us make this the pinkest Ashes ever! &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;cont.... &lt;a href="https://t.co/ko2G5k4q2z"&gt;pic.twitter.com/ko2G5k4q2z&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Mcgrathfdn (@McGrathFdn) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/McGrathFdn/status/1479697660508442626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;January 8, 2022&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt;</code>
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The McGrath Foundation set the goal of selling 240,000 Virtual Pink Seats, the virtual equivalent of selling out the SCG over five days of the Pink Test.
Co-Founder &amp; President of the McGrath Foundation, Glenn McGrath, is in awe of the overwhelming support the McGrath Foundation receives each year at the Pink Test.
“We’re so proud that after 14 years, the Pink Test has become an iconic part of cricket, and the Australian summer. This year support has come from the SCG, from those at home, those stuck in ‘iso’ and even from overseas. Everyone has helped to make this the ‘pinkest’ Ashes by buying their Virtual Pink Seats and supporting our incredible McGrath Breast Care Nurses," McGrath said.
“The Virtual Pink Seats sold during the Pink Test will help the McGrath Foundation support over 3,600 individuals and families experiencing breast cancer this year. The Pink Test remains an integral part of our funding each year. McGrath Breast Care Nurses provide invaluable physical, psychological, and emotional support, from the time of diagnosis and throughout treatment.
“I’d also like to say a huge thank you to our partners at Cricket Australia and the SCG who deliver this incredible event each year, and of course the Australian community and those overseas who have helped us reach our goal of making this the ‘pinkest’ Ashes ever."
Venues NSW CEO, Kerrie Mather said, “It’s been an outstanding New Year’s Test with a real highlight being the coming together of SCG patrons and those watching at home to show their incredible support for the McGrath Foundation.
“To set a new fundraising record to help fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses in communities around the country is an unbelievable achievement that everyone should be extremely proud of."
Cricket Australia chief executive officer Nick Hockley is extremely proud and grateful for the generous support from the community during the Vodafone Ashes Pink Test.
“Thank you to every single person who has donated to the McGrath Foundation to help reach this ground-breaking target,” Hockley said.
“The money raised will help the McGrath Foundation fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses around Australia to provide invaluable support that will make a real difference to people impacted by breast cancer and their families."

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McGrath Foundation Shatters Records at SCG Test

Entry to Day 5 of the New Year's Ashes Test between Australia and England at the SCG will be by donation to the McGrath Foundation, Cricket Australia’s Charity Partner for the Sydney Test.
<a href="https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/Show.aspx?sh=TESSCG0122" data-new-window="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">GET TICKETS: NEW YEAR'S TEST —&nbsp;DAY 5</a>
All funds raised by the McGrath Foundation during the Pink Test go to supporting people with breast cancer by providing specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses where they are most needed across Australia.
Tickets will be available for redemption by making a donation via Ticketek, with all public patrons required to have a ticket.
Public patrons will receive a general admission ticket, which will allow them access to the concourse levels of the Churchill-Brewongle and Victor Trumper Stands.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
SCG Members can access the venue using their membership cards.
GATES OPEN: 9am
PLAY FROM: 10am

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New Year's Test: Day 5 By Donation

The Sydney Cricket Ground Media Centre has been re-named after an icon of Australian media – Richie Benaud.&nbsp;
The Richie Benaud Media Centre was officially unveiled on Tuesday at the SCG by Daphne Benaud, wife of the late Richie, long-time teammate and colleague Bill Lawry and SCG and Venues NSW Chairman Tony Shepherd.&nbsp;
Benaud was a brilliant all-rounder during his 12-year Australian Test career, becoming the first player to accumulate 2000 runs and 200 wickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As a broadcaster, his contribution was unrivalled over four decades.&nbsp;
Former Australian teammate Lawry paid tribute to his close friend at the opening of the Richie Benaud Media Centre at the SCG.
“Richie Benaud was not only a great cricketer, not only a great writer but possibly one of the best television personalities in the world of cricket,” Lawry said.
Daphne said it’s a proud honour for the Benaud family.&nbsp;
“The SCG was home base for Richie – he played his first and last Test matches here, he commentated on countless games at the SCG over a span of more than 40 years. It all reinforced Richie’s belief in the positive power of sport and technology,” Mrs Benaud said.&nbsp;
“After his playing days, Richie saw himself as one of a team – a media team that did their utmost to present sport in the best possible way.&nbsp;
“I know he would like all of those media pioneers and colleagues to be recognised for their consistent improvement in sports coverage.
“Richie would be very proud and honoured to have this place named the Richie Benaud Media Centre, and as Richie would say, 'It’s simply marvellous'.”&nbsp;
Shepherd said it is&nbsp;fitting recognition for an icon of Australian media.&nbsp;
“The new Richie Benaud Media Centre honours an Australian who has contributed so much to sport both on the field and off it – an icon of his particular field of sport,” Shepherd said.

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On Jane McGrath Day, we remember Valerie Morris – the first wife of Test 'Invincible' Arthur Morris –&nbsp;who sadly lost her battle with breast cancer in 1957.
Stories of Morris' rise from schoolboy star to International stardom –&nbsp;including love and loss&nbsp;–&nbsp;are now on display at Sydney Cricket Ground Museum, to coincide with the 2022 New Year's Test.
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The collection features items and photos of Morris' war service, prized items from his playing career and the many honours bestowed upon him in retirement.&nbsp;
Morris had a strong connection to the Sydney Cricket Ground from an early age –&nbsp;and he made his first-class debut at the ground scoring two centuries for NSW in 1940. Morris would go on to represent Australia, and later became Deputy Chairman and SCG Trustee.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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“Arthur’s contribution to our great ground will long be remembered – as a Test cricketer, described as a batsmen’s batsman, admired by his peers, as an ‘Invincible’, Trustee of the SCG for more than 20 years, and as a friend,” said Venues NSW Chairman, Mr Tony Shepherd.&nbsp;&nbsp;
“With the Arthur Morris Gates at the SCG and this new collection, Arthur’s memory will forever be etched into the rich history and heritage of our great ground."
The collection was donated by Arthur’s wife Judith and now forms part of the SCG Museum archives.&nbsp;
ARTHUR MORRIS EXHIBITION&nbsp;
Learn about Arthur Morris’s journey from school in Dungog to his NSW debut and then joining Bradman’s 1948 Invincibles at our special exhibition in the SCG museum this summer. As well as playing for NSW and Australia, Arthur was a longtime Trustee of the Sydney Cricket Ground. The SCG museum is on the ground floor of the Ladies Pavilion and is open each day of the Test within the Members Reserve or is accessible as part of the SCG Tour on non-match days.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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