A Closer Look: Australia Cup Playoffs Host Region
Some of Australia’s finest footballers will be heading to the top end of Australia when Darwin hosts the Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs on Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 July.
There’s more to the Top End than impressive crocodiles and endless sunshine – no need for jumpers! Whether you enjoy the great outdoors, consider yourself a history buff or want to experience the warm and welcoming hospitality of the region – there’s something for everyone.
Rich Aboriginal culture is alive and well in the Top End, and there are plenty of ways to experience it, including at the massive and impressive Kakadu National Park. See ancient rock art, meet the people who call this place home and visit one of the many jewels in Kakadu’s crown – the pristine waterfalls and natural pools.
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Images: Tourism NT / James Fisher
Darwin also has a rich military history, and visitors can learn more about the city’s involvement in World War II and the bombing of Darwin during the war. Visit the Darwin Military Museum, the Oil Storage Tunnels built under the city, and the Defence of Darwin Experience to delve into Darwin’s not-so-distant past.
With more than 60 nationalities calling Darwin home, there’s a diverse mix of cuisines to sample, from fine dining to street food. As well as exploring the CBD for an eatery, one of the best ways to experience the food of the Top End is to visit one the many markets. They include Parap Village Markets, Nightcliff Markets and Mindil Beach Sunset Markets.
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Images: Tourism NT / Tourism Australia / Charlie Bliss
Football remains the number one club participation sport in the Northern Territory, with the staging of the Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs set to excite and inspire more people to play football when the Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs come to town.
As it was in 2022, the Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs will feature the four clubs that finished 9th to 12th in the Isuzu UTE A-League Men 2022/23 Regular Season.
The Newcastle Jets FC (10th) will face Melbourne Victory FC (11th) on Monday 17 July, with Perth Glory FC (9th) to tackle defending Australia Cup winners, Macarthur FC (12th) on Tuesday 18 July at Darwin Football Stadium at Larrakia Park.
The Australia Cup is the nation’s largest knockout competition of any sport, with over 770 clubs taking part this year.
The winners of the two ties will each seal a spot in the Australia Cup 2023 Final Rounds alongside the top eight teams from the A-League Men’s 2022/23 regular season, as well as 22 Member Federation clubs from a variety of levels and locations from right across Australia’s football ecosystem.
Every match in the Australia Cup 2023 Final Rounds – including the Playoffs – will be streamed live and free across the nation on 10 Play.
Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs
Monday, 17 July 2023
Newcastle Jets FC vs Melbourne Victory FC
Kick-off: 7.00pm local / 7.30pm AEST
Venue: Darwin Football Stadium at Larrakia Park
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Tuesday, 18 July 2023
Perth Glory FC vs Macarthur FC
Kick-off: 7.00pm local / 7.30pm AEST
Venue: Darwin Football Stadium at Larrakia Park
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Ticketing Details
Tickets for each match of the Australia Cup 2023 Final Rounds Playoffs are $15 Adults, $10 Concession* and $40 Family
*Concession Card Holders, Senior Card Holders, Students
**Children 3 years and under free unless occupying a seat
Australia Cup 2023 Final Rounds Playoffs Proudly supported by:
H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel & H on Smith Hotel - the official accommodation partners of the Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs
Thrifty Car and Truck Rental Darwin - the official vehicle partner of the Australia Cup 2023 Playoffs
NT Major Events Company - Supporting a diverse range of events that represent our unique character and Territory culture. ntmajorevents.com.au
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