polytec Stadium

A – Z Guide

ATM

polytec Stadium does not have a permanent ATM on-site. However, this shouldn’t be an issue as our entire venue is cash-free and only accepts card or digital payments.

Accessible Seating

There are 82 wheelchairs spaces, alongside 108 carers seats within polytec Stadium along the Western, Northern and Eastern concourses. These seats can be booked through Ticketek click here for information on how to book accessible seats

Access for wheelchairs and disabled people is provided at both the Eastern and Western Entry Gates, with elevators to to L1 and L2 for corporate access.

Alcohol

polytec Stadium is a licensed venue. Our Licensee is Mark Adler. No external alcohol can be brought in by hirers or patrons.

Alcohol Free Seating

Bay 2 on the Western Concourse is our designated alcohol free seating zone.

Animals

Animals are prohibited from entering the venue, with the exception of official assistance animals and guide dogs.

Baby Change Facilities

There are baby changing facilities within our Stadium. These are located in all female toilets on Level 1 East and West..

Bag Checks

All bags will be checked prior to entry into polytec Stadium.

Car Parking

For all the info on transport to the Stadium, visit our Getting here page

Catering

Our Catering licence belongs to VenuesLive Catering. Our Stadium has six food outlets and six bars located on the Eastern and Western Concourses. For larger events, additional mobile food venders are on site. No commercial food is to be brought into the Stadium. All catering outlets are cash-free. Vegetarian and vegan alternatives are available on request.

Chairs

No chairs are to be brought into the Stadium. For picnic style event, please only bring picnic rugs.

Corporate Bookings

Corporate bookings are booked directly through the Stadium, or through the home club. For more information, head to our Corporate page. The corporate suites can be accessed by the respective lifts on either side of the venue. Enter via the Western Gate 3 for Suites 1-16 and Open Boxes 18-76, or via the Eastern Gate 1 for Suites 19-39 and Lounges 1-3.

Dress Code

Patrons with bare feet will not be permitted entry in the Stadium. Enclosed shoes are required in all corporate areas, which is smart casual attire. Jerseys are allowed, even encouraged.

First Aid

First Aid responders are present at all events. If First Aid is required, please speak to one of our friendly Event or Security Staff.

Gates

There are two entrances to polytec Stadium. For smaller events, only one entrance will be in operation.

  • Eastern Entry Gate 1 (opposite Central Coast Leagues Club)
  • Western Entry Gate 3 (waterfront side/beside Brian McGowan Bridge)

Merchandise Sales

Central Coast Mariners merchandise is available for sale at every home game. The merchandise stall is currently located on the Western Concourse, but is subject to change.

PARKING

Central Coast Leagues Club – $15 flat special event parking rate for members/$30 for non members. Event parking commences 3 hours prior to the commencement of events at polytec Stadium. Entry via Baker Street.

Gosford City Car Park – $10 Flat Rate

Prams / Strollers

For safety reasons, prams and strollers are not permitted in the grandstand. Our staff members can store the pram until the end of the event.

Smoking

polytec Stadium is a non-smoking venue including vaping and e-cigarettes. There are two designated smoking areas on the outside of the venue. Pass outs are available at most events.

Taxi

The closest taxi rank is located at Gosford Railway Station. For all the info on transport to the Stadium, visit our Getting here page

Train Travel

The closest rail station is Gosford Railway Station located 500m walk from our venue. For all the info on transport to the stadium, visit our Getting here page

Ticketing

For all events held at polytec Stadium, tickets can be purchased through Ticketek.com.au. It is advisable to pre-purchase your tickets, however tickets can be bought at the gate. Our on-site Ticketek Office is only open on event days. This office only sells tickets for events being held at polytec Stadium. Ticket sales are by card or digital means only.

Travel Information

For all the info on transport to the Stadium, visit our Getting here page

Umbrellas

Umbrellas may be bought into the Stadium, but we ask patrons not to open them in front of spectators seating behind you. Ponchos are a better alternative.

Undercover Seating Options

The following seating areas are undercover:

  • Upper Western Grandstand Bays 35-41
  • L1 Western Concourse Bays 2-10 (Rows R, S, T, U, V, W)
  • Upper Eastern Grandstand Bays 46-52
  • L1 Eastern Grandstand Bays 23-31 (Rows R, S, T, U, V, W)