Supporters attending Saturday’s massive 2014 Absa Currie Cup semifinal at DHL Newlands are encouraged to enjoy the match with us, but to RESPECT their fellow patrons and observe the stadium rules throughout.
Let’s make it an awesome experience for all that attend. SEE THE STADIUM RULES HERE.
DHL Western Province will play host to the Vodacom Blue Bulls at 17h00, with the game being preceded at 14h30 by the Absa Provincial Under-21 semifinal clash between the DHL WP U21s and Free State’s U21s.
Match ticket sales for the Absa Currie Cup semifinal between DHL and the Bulls opened on Monday at 12h30, with tickets starting at JUST R90 for standing places and ranging from R150 to R250 for seating. These tickets can be purchased from wprugby.ticketpros.co.za, or directly from the DHL Newlands Box Office (Tuesday to Friday – 09h00-16h00 and Saturday – 09h00-17h30).
All 2014 DHL Newlands season tickets ARE VALID for Saturday. However, season ticket holders will have the first option to purchase their existing seats should DHL WP progress to the 2014 Currie Cup Final on October 25.
IMPORTANT POINTS FOR SPECTATORS TO REMEMBER AHEAD OF SATURDAY:
We are expecting a large crowd at the game. Please enjoy the magic of DHL Newlands but RESPECT those around you and observe the stadium rules to ensure a pleasant day out for all. A large security and eventing contingent as well a large amount of uniformed and non-uniformed SAPS officials will be on duty on matchday to facilitate your safety, security and enjoyment of the event. Feel free to highlight any issues to the security staff.
Most importantly, remember to:
– Get to the stadium early – come and watch the U21 semifinal curtain-raiser at 14h30. Remember, rule 7 of our stadium rules state that patrons cannot be guaranteed timeous access if they are not there 30 minutes prior to kick-off.
– Please do not over imbibe. Rule 12 states: Intoxicated individuals will be refused entry into DHL Newlands. Patrons clearly under the influence of alcohol will have their tickets confiscated at the gates, with SAPS and stadium security policing access points. Intoxicated patrons that gain entry, may be asked by security to leave the stadium.
– Please observe the no-smoking rules. Rule 24: Smoking is not permitted on the stands and is only allowed in the designated areas. This includes any and all forms of smoking including but not limited to electronic cigarettes and smoking devices
– No form or use of racial language or abuse will be tolerated at DHL Newlands (rule 11). Should you observe an incident or be subjected to any form of abuse, please notify the nearest stand security official. You may request to speak to a stand security manager, there are managers on every stand who, if required, will escalate to the Venue Operations Control Centre (VOC).
– The match will be crowded, please safe-guard all your belongings at all times.
– DO NOT purchase tickets from ticket touts outside the stadium. Not only is this illegal, but there is no guarantee that the tickets are, in fact, genuine.
– Let’s also enjoy the match and RESPECT the opposition players and match officials. Let’s not boo the opposition.
– Let’s be courteous to visiting fans and supporters!
Most importantly, please enjoy the day with us on Saturday… and RESPECT everyone at DHL Newlands!
Have any more questions or looking for information? SEE HERE.