North Melbourne fans will have the opportunity to see how the team is tracking ahead of Round 1 when the Kangaroos host Melbourne for a match simulation at Arden Street on Saturday, February 22. 

The hitout against the Demons will be free for fans to attend and will begin at the new start time of 10am AEDT. It will also be broadcast live on Fox Sports, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.

The match sim will consist of four 25-minute quarters, plus game-specific simulations at the end of the second and fourth quarters.

WHAT TO KNOW

• With hot weather expected during the day, our start time has moved forward one hour to a 10am bouncedown for the AFL game and a 1pm start for the VFL game between North Melbourne and the Casey Demons
• Please note there is limited shade, seating and amenities at Arden Street Oval, so please prepare accordingly

TRANSPORT

• Public transport is advised with North Melbourne Station, Macaulay Station and the 57 Tram all walking distance to the club
• Very limited street parking is available around the oval, however secure paid parking is available at Arden Gardens, 250m from the ground

AMENITIES AND WHAT TO BRING

• Arden Street has limited seating so feel free to bring picnic blankets and portable chairs for your comfort
• Food trucks, coffee and ice cream will be available on site as well as water taps. Fans are encouraged to BYO food and water bottles 
• Limited shade is available, so with high temperatures expected please wear sun smart clothes and hats, and apply sunscreen

MEMBERSHIP AND MERCHANDISE

• Our friendly membership team will be available for sales and member item collection. Visit them in the membership marquee or in reception
• The Roo Shop will be open from 9am-4pm