Off-site dining experience & match tickets
Champions Dining @ Darling & Co
QLD Maroons vs NSW Blues
Beer, Wine,
Spirits (4.5 hours)
3 Course
Sit Down Meal
Reserved Grandstand
Seating (outside)
Guest
Speakers
Book any number
of guests
Shared
Facility
Business Casual
(no jacket/tie req)
Sit Down
Meal
Ampol State of Origin Suncorp Stadium - Champions Dining 
Witness Australia’s best live sport events in the exclusive surroundings of the Champions Dining package at Darling and Co, one of Brisbane most luxurious venues.
Enjoy a relaxed, sit-down dining experience with your valued clients in a social environment, or experience a great night out with family and friends.
Ampol State of Origin is on again at Suncorp Stadium, the most anticipated event on Australia’s sporting calendar.
Champions Dining is a pre-match 3 course dining experience with a post match function, offering a casual environment with Diamond category ticketing for the match.
Key Points:
- A premium off-site pre-match sit-down dining and post match function at Darling & Co - a stones throw from Suncorp Stadium.
- Fine wines, a large selection of tap and bottled beer and spirits.
- Diamond category reserved grandstand seating for Ampol State of Origin.
- Return to Darling and Co for a post match function including beer, wines and cheese boards.
- This is a fantastic, all encompassing package.
Captains Club Champions Dining Inclusions:
- Exclusive access to Captains Club event at Darling and Co.
- Reserved Diamond Grandstand seating.
- Exquisite sit-Down dining Pre-match at Darling & Co.
- Post-match cheese board.
- Premium beers, wines and soft drinks, with basic spirits.
- Appearances from Ampol State of Origin Legends at your table
- Holden State of Origin Exclusive corporate gift per person
- Dedicated Event professionals to attend your needs
Proposed itinerary*:
- 5.45pm Guest arrival
- 6.00pm Entree served
- 6.00pm Ampol State of Origin Legends to mix and mingle with guests
- 6.30pm Main Meal served
- 7.45 pm Guests move to Suncorp Stadium for pre-match entertainment.
- 8.15 pm Ampol State of Origin kicks off
- 8.55 pm Half Time
- 9:50pm Full-time.
- 10.00 pm Post Match function at Captains Club Champions Dining commences with cheese boards and beverage service
- 11.00 pm Function concludes, guests can move to the main bar should they wish (cash bar in operation)
*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 Brisbane Champions Dining package is $1,595 per person excluding GST Booking sizes can vary from 4 to 40 people.
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.






