FAQs

Jubilee Oval FAQs

 

What is the official capacity of Kogarah?

21,000

What is the record attendance for a match at Kogarah?

23,582 - St.George vs Souths (1975)

What are the top 10 attendances at Kogarah?

23,582 04/05/1975 Saints defeated Souths 17-10
21,756 15/04/1979 Saints defeated Parramatta 14-8
21,559 25/06/1978 Saints defeated Souths 15-14

20,847 29/03/2009 Saints defeated Sharks 10-6
20,809 22/04/1994 Saints lost to Norths 2-9
20,690 05/08/1979 Saints defeated Canterbury 20-12
20,159 18/06/1978 Saints defeated Wests 21-11
20,050 11/08/1991 Saints lost to Manly 18-20
19,872 11/05/1980 Saints defeated Wests 22-3
19,007 13/06/1977 Saints lost to Parramatta 10-11

What is the Dragons' record at Kogarah?

Played : 401
Won: 273
Lost: 118
Drawn 10

(Total correct at the end of the 2007 season)

For detailed match results, please click here

When was the first match played at Kogarah?

During Kogarah’s Jubilee celebrations in 1935, Jubilee Oval was constructed in Kogarah Park. The Saints made a successful debut at Jubilee Oval in 1936 when they defeated Newtown in an exhibition match as part of the celebrations. However, St. George played their first premiership match against South Sydney before 12,500 fans on April the 22nd, 1950. The Dragons lost an exciting match by 17-15.

What is the Dragons’ biggest win at Kogarah?

65-9 victory against Newtown in 1961.

What is the Dragons' biggest defeat at Kogarah?

47-12 defeat against Eastern Suburbs in 1983.

What is the Dragons' longest undefeated period at Kogarah?

From 26 June 1954 to 31 July 1966.

Apart from the Dragons, which other sporting sides have used Jubilee Oval for home matches?

Sydney Olympic, Southern Districts Rebels and the Fraser Park Dragons.

Who are OKI?

OKI is a worldwide printing solutions Company. The founder of OKI was Kibataro Oki (1848-1906) who originally called the business Meikosha Ltd, before it was renamed to OKI Electric in 1889.

When was the current western grandstand opened?

Sunday June 3, 1990. Parramatta defeated St.George in front of 18,172.

Apart from the Dragons, which team has the best record at Kogarah?

Brisbane - who have won 5 of their 7 matches at Jubilee.

Which team has the worst record at Kogarah?

The Western Reds (1 match), South Queensland (2 matches) and the Gold Coast (5 matches) never won at Kogarah. Penrith have lost 22 of their 24 matches at Kogarah for a win percentage of 8.33%.

What are the dimensions of Jubilee Oval?

According to Google Earth, the dimensions of Kogarah from fence to fence are 147 metres by 99 metres.

How much did it cost to install the new lighting?

$1,238,000

Which Company provided the lighting?

Pierlite, with the installation being carried out by contractors Ferrett and Ives Pty Ltd.

How many floodlights were installed for the lighting upgrade?

220 Philips ArenaVision 2kW floodlights.

Which Company wrote the lighting specifications?

Webb Australia

Why are the new lights considered to be the best in the Southern Hemisphere?

Because there is 1400 lux towards the main camera positions along the western grandstand side, and 1000 lux towards the secondary eastern side.

How do I purchase a brick or granite paver for the Legends Walk?

Contact Frank Bates on 0419 251 596.

What items are restricted from being brought into Jubilee Oval?

* Glass or cans
* Alcoholic beverages
* Flares/fireworks
* Laser pointers
* Recording devices (for commercial purposes and tripods)
* Eskies and bags of larger dimensions than 35cm in height, 20 cm in width and 30 cm in depth.
* Other items as determined by Jubilee Oval management, which may cause injury or public nuisance

What is the address of Jubilee Oval?

249 Princes Highway, Kogarah - Cnr of Jubilee Avenue and the Princes Highway.

Where is the closest train station to the Stadium?

Carlton Station

Where do I get transport information relating to Jubilee Oval?

Contact the Transport Info Line on 131500 or go to www.131500.info

Where can I purchase tickets in advance for Jubilee Oval games?

Tickets can be purchased online at:

http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/Show.aspx?sh=DRAGONSO09

Tickets can also be purchased at the St George Leagues Club, Steelers Club Wollongong or via our phone hotline 02 4224 8744.

What tickets are still available at Jubilee Oval for Dragons' matches?


Category 5 - Northern Terrace
Category 5 - Concourse
Category 5 - Hill

Is there a diagram of Jubilee Oval?

Go to:

http://premier.ticketek.com.au/dbimages/sfx38324.gif


What is the best entrance point at the ground for disabled patrons?


The new English Street entrance.

Is there parking at the venue?

Limited parking is available at the St.George Leagues Club, at the Carlton South Public School opposite the ground and in the streets encircling the ground. There are two major parking stations in Kogarah itself - a 224 space Kogarah Council car park in Derby Street that is free on weekends and a commuter car park at Kogarah Station. Contact the Dragons on 9587 1966 to confirm details of the shuttle buses that run from these Kogarah parking stations to Jubilee Oval.

What accomodation is close to the ground?

Brighton Novotel - Cnr Grand Parade & Princess St, Brighton Le Sands 2216 -(02) 9556 5111

Carss Park Motel - 384b Princes Hwy Blakehurst 2221 - (02) 9546 3306


The Grand Pines (Sans Souci) - 289 The Grand Parade, Sans Souci NSW 2219 - (02) 9529 7329

Country Comfort Blakehurst - 513 Princess Hwy Blakehurst NSW 2221
- (02) 9547 2177




© 2001-2007 Copyright R2K
R2K - PO Box 765, Kogarah NSW 1485