Bunnings x AFLW Afters

Overview

The AFL Women's (AFLW) season is now in full swing, with big crowds relishing the inclusive atmosphere as the best in the business go to work. Yet now the post-game experience is set to rise above the usual affair, with Bunnings and the AFLW teaming up to elevate footy fever with live music and community fundraising included with the price of your match ticket.

Kicking off in Adelaide and Sydney, Bunnings Afters will keep the celebrations rolling long after the final siren sounds, combining local musical talent, family-friendly fun and, of course, sausage sizzles. First up on Saturday, October 11, South Australian singer-songwriter aleksiah will be joined by soul act The Sundials as Adelaide takes on West Coast at Norwood Oval.

Then, in Round 11, Bunnings Afters heads to Sydney's Henson Park on Saturday, October 25, soundtracked by the indie-pop hooks of Ixara and multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter MYMA. What's more, proceeds raised from each event's sausage sizzle and merch sales will go towards Headspace — a mental health charity supporting young people around the country.

While a little outside Bunnings' usual niche, it's not their first foray into music. Just last year, Peking Duk went viral hosting a 'rave' at Bunnings Preston. "As women's footy continues to surge, we're proud to help grow AFLW crowds while shining a spotlight on emerging artists and grassroots talent," says Bunnings Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Melissa O'Neill.

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