What is Optus Stadium in Perth?
Optus Stadium, officially Perth Stadium, is a 60,000-seat multi-purpose stadium on the Burswood Peninsula in Perth. Opened in 2018, it hosts AFL, cricket, rugby, soccer and major concerts.
The stadium replaced the ageing Subiaco Oval as Perth's main venue for AFL football. The West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers play their home games there, including the Western Derby between the two clubs.
Its design features a bronze-coloured facade inspired by Western Australia's geology, and its LED lighting can change colour for teams and events. The stadium has been praised for its atmosphere and fan facilities.
Big events
Optus Stadium has hosted Test cricket, including Ashes matches, the Perth Test against India, State of Origin rugby league, international soccer and concerts by major stars.
A pedestrian bridge, the Matagarup Bridge, links the stadium to East Perth across the Swan River. A dedicated train station serves match days.
In 2021, the stadium hosted the AFL Grand Final, the first held in Western Australia, when the pandemic forced the match away from Melbourne.
Did You Know?
The stadium's Matagarup Bridge also offers a zip line over the Swan River.