HUNTER football fans are again able to enjoy a full-strength beer as they watch NRL and A-League action unfold.
For many years, fans attending venues in Western Sydney and the Hunter could only buy mid-strength beer, while in contrast fans at the Sydney Cricket Ground and Allianz Stadium in Moore Park could buy full strength beer.
Calling out how unfair this was, Member for Riverstone Warren Kirby launched a campaign to change the rules.
As a follow-up, the NSW Government undertook a six-month trial into the service of full-strength beer during last year’s NRL and A-Leagues seasons.
Following consultation with NSW Police and sport and entertainment partners, patrons at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle are now able to purchase a maximum of four full-strength beers per transaction.
Minister for Sport and Tourism Steve Kamper said, “This is a commonsense decision and it’s about time fans get a choice of full-strength, mid, light and zero-alcohol beer while cheering on their team at the footy.”
Venues NSW CEO Kerrie Mather said, “Its important patrons have a choice and access to a variety of food and beverage options while attending events at our venues and now they can.
“Delivering the best event day experience remains our key priority, and we can continue to do so through valuable feedback from our fans.”
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