Exquisite dining with Corporate Box seats
Captains Club @ Darling and Co
QLD Maroons vs NSW Blues
Beer, Wine,
Spirits (4.5 hours)
Corporate Box
Seating (Eastern Stand)
3 Course
Sit Down Meal
Guest
Speakers
Spirits
Included
Business Casual
(no jacket/tie req)
Private Facility
for your group
Canapes on
arrival
Ampol State of Origin Brisbane - Darling & Co with Corporate Box
Seating
The Captains Club @ Darling & Co for Ampol State of Origin in Brisbane is the ultimate package.
Darling & Co, located at the bottom of Caxton St, a stones throw from Suncorp Stadium is the location of the pre and post match functions.
A luxurious setting awaits you to enjoy all the pre-match hospitality followed by Corporate Box seating at Suncorp Stadium for the big match.
Hear from some of Ampol State of Origin’s biggest names as they entertain you and preview the game ahead. Cap off the night with your guests with a 1 hour post-match function, corporate gifts and more.
Key Points:
- Available to be booked in multiples of 8 guests (Corporate Box size for match seating).
- An exquisite sit down dining experience pre-match, guest speakers and more
- Fine wines, a large selection of tap and bottled beer and spirits pre-match
- Open Air Corporate Box seating (8 guests)
- Return to Darling and Co for a post match function including beer, wines and top-shelf spirits plus canapés
- This is a fantastic, all encompassing package.
Darling & Co with Corporate Box Seating Inclusions:
- A pre match 2.5 hour dining experience and beverage package (including Spirits) at Darling & Co.
- Dedicated tables of 8 in the dining room.
- A range of Ampol State of Origin identities in attendance, to meet your guests, offer analysis of the game & provide photograph & autograph opportunities.
- Your own Open Air Corporate Box (8 guests) with beer, wine and soft drink service to your box.
- A 1 hour post match function at Darling and Co with substantial canapé items, beverage service (including Spirits) from the bar, post match wrap up and more
- Professional photographer in attendance to capture the event (photos to be uploaded to our website)
- Dedicated event management and hosts to ensure your evening is trouble free.
- Ampol State of Origin Gifts for each guest
- Dynamic management in attendance throughout the evening.
Proposed itinerary:
- 5.15pm Guest arrival and canapé service commences
- 5.15pm MC welcome guests & special guest interview
- 5.30pm Entree served
- 5.30pm Special guest interview
- 6.30pm Main Dinner served
- 7.15pm MC wrap-up and cheese boards served
- 7.30pm Guests move to Corporate Box Seating at Suncorp Stadium for pre-match entertainment.
- 8.10pm Ampol State of Origin Game kicks off
- 8.55pm Half Time
- 9.10pm Second Half commences
- 9:50pm Full-time
- 10.00pm Post Match function at Darling & Co. commences
- 11.00pm Function concludes, cash bar in effect
- 12.00am Guests to depart
*Please note – package inclusions and timings are from previous events and subject to change. Final timings will be sent with your tickets and accreditation.
Investment and how to book:
This Ampol State of Origin Darling & Co. dining with Corporate Box Seating package for 8 guests is $15,160 ex GST ($16,676 inc GST)
For more information, or to book, please call 1300 660 509.
Booking Process
Step 1: Enquire on availability
Get in touch to check if your preferred package is available. We’ll confirm availability and answer any initial questions you may have.
Step 2: Confirm booking
We’ll provide you with a booking form to complete. When we receive your form, your booking will be processed. Once you receive a tax invoice from us, your package will be confirmed and secured.
Step 3: Invoicing & payments
You will receive a tax invoice from us for payment. We accept all forms of payment including bank transfer and credit cards. Please note, payment made by Visa, Mastercard and American Express are subject to a 1.9% administration fee. Credit card payments can be made securely online.
Step 4: Pre event management
Once your package has been confirmed and paid, you’ll receive pre-event communications from our events team including an invite template to send to your guests, with a start time.
Step 5: Ticketing and catering
We will contact you for any dietary requirements 10 days prior to the event. Digital tickets will sent to you the week of your event for distribution to your guests.
Step 6: Event day delivery
Your dedicated steward will introduce themselves to you upon arrival. They will take care of every requirement. Should any issues arise, Dynamic staff will be a phone call away to resolve them promptly.
Itinerary
Dress Code
The dress code for NRL State of Origin corporate hospitality is smart casual at a minimum. This means:
Not Acceptable: Men
- Thongs, scuffs, dilapidated footwear, gumboots, moccasins, slippers and ugg boots.
- T-shirts, singlets, torn or ripped clothes, even if “designer” tears.
- Shirts not supported by a collar including crew neck shirts (skivvies are acceptable).
- Football, running, athletic, bike, tennis and board shorts.
- Tracksuit pants.
- Beachwear.
- Overalls.
- Any clothing displaying racist or similarly offensive messages.
Not Acceptable: Women
- Thongs, scuffs, dilapidated footwear, gumboots, moccasins, slippers and ugg boots.
- Torn or ripped garments, even if “designer” tears.
- Running, athletic or bike shorts, or sportswear such as tennis skirts.
- Tracksuit pants.
- Beachwear.
- Bikini tops and tops showing bare midriff.
- Any clothing displaying racist or similarly offensive messages.
Please note - team jerseys are acceptable.
Dining Beverage package (sample)
Please note: this information is to be used as a guide only and subject to change and variations. Beverage menus may change from venue to venue. Please check with your account manager for more info.
Beers:
- Carlton Draught
- Great Northern Super Crisp
- Balter XPA
- Two Bays Session Ale (Gluten Free)
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro
- Asahi Super Dry
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%
- Somersby Apple Cider
Sparkling:
- Tahbilk Coueslant Sparkling, Goulburn Valley, VIC
White Wines:
- Little Berry Sauvignon Blanc, Adelaide Hills, SA
- Devils Lair “Hidden Cave” Chardonnay, Margaret River, WA
Red Wines:
- Yering Station Elevations Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC
- Seppelt Chalambar Shiraz, Grampians, VIC
- Redman Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra, SA
Non-alcoholic:
- Mt Franklin Still Water 600ml
- Mt Franklin Sparkling Water 450ml
- Keri Juice 330ml Varieties
- Coca Cola 600ml Varieties
- Cascade 330ml Soft Drink Varieties
Spirits & cellared wines:
- All Spirits available for purchase on the day by host via credit card
Dining menu (sample)
Below is a sample menu of what you can expect at your State of Origin event. All catering is provided by the stadium appointed caterers at Accor Stadium, the MCG and Suncorp Stadium. Check with your account manager for more info.
On arrival:
- Sandwiches tarragon & mustard chicken
- Smoked salmon platter - whipped crème fraiche & dill, capers, pickled vegetables
Canapes (served pre-main):
- Salted cod croquettes, preserved lemon aioli, pickled cucumbers, micro herbs
Main fare:
- Chargrilled Bass Strait beef tenderloin, parsnip puree, king brown mushrooms, fermented black garlic jus
Accompanied by:
- Roasted potato medley garlic bits, Espelette pepper, rosemary
- Charred broccolini & Kooweerup asparagus, almond romesco, pecorino romano
- Ancient grain salad - chickpeas, fresh herbs, orange vinaigrette, toasted seeds
- Bakery fresh bread: wood-fired soft Scottish rolls, cultured butter, Murray River pink salt
Half time
- Country-style scones (v)
- Yarra Valley strawberry jam, thick vanilla Gippsland cream
- Party pies & sausage rolls with rich tomato sauce
- Victorian farmhouse cheese selection (v) quince paste, crimson grapes, candied walnuts, Burgundy poached pears, lavosh crackers, warmed baguette
- Coffee & tea - Industry Beans coffee, T2 tea selection
Please note: this menu is a sample only. Menus vary from game to game. Actual menus you will receive can be provided upon request once your booking is confirmed.
Sit Down Dining Menu (sample)
Below is a sample menu of what you can expect in your Dining Package. All catering is provided by Delaware North, the stadium appointed caterer.
Entree:
- Poached Bendigo Chicken, Beetroot terrine, buttermilk gel & fermented black garlic
Main Course:
- Chargrilled Eye Fillet, Crispy dauphinoise chips, King brown mushroom, caramelised onion & pepper sauce
Dessert:
- MCG Chocolate Mousse - Signature chocolate, gingerbread, gingerbread crème brulee & French vanilla bean ice cream
Please note: this menu is a sample only. Menus vary from game to game. Actual menus you will receive can be provided upon request once your booking is confirmed.
FAQs
I want to bring my kids. Are they allowed in the functions? Do they need a ticket?
The decision to allow children into an official NRL State of Origin package is at the NRL's discretion. Under no circumstances are they to consume alcohol. Your account manager can provide more information. They may be required to pay the full rate of the package.
We have a guest who is Coeliac/Vegetarian/other special dietary requirement. Can you organise this?
Yes, we can arrange for guests with dietary requirements. This must be disclosed at least 10 days prior to the event to ensure the caterers can accommodate the request.
Can I bring signage or branding into the function?
Please check with your account manager. There are restrictions on what can be brought into the MCG.
Can I bring food and beverages from outside function space?
No food and beverages can be brought from outside the stadium, or from publicly available outlets inside the stadium. If you have a special request, for example a birthday cake, please ask your account manager.






