MCG Filming and Media Requests

MCG filming, photography and publicity events application form
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is an internationally recognised venue and brand of historical significance. All requests to film, take photos or conduct publicity events at the MCG must gain prior approval from the MCC Commercial Operations department.

It is the MCC’s responsibility to preserve the integrity of the ground and control the use of MCG, MCC and Australian Sports Museum IP rights.

The MCG operates as a venue 365 days a year and it is the MCC’s primary responsibility to present the arena in premium and safe conditions for players, therefore arena works will take precedent over filming.
What is the purpose of the production?*

News reportingNetwork promosContent filmed now, for display later during event day broadcastCoverage of an upcoming major event at the MCG for news reportingTravel show, lifestyle, variety, editorial coverage and breakfast programsFilm or TV theatrical productions, commercials, photography and publicity eventsOther
Please note: if you select 'network promo' or 'content filmed now, for display later during event day broadcast' a $1,000 fee plus GST will be charged. Additional venue access fees will also apply if the shoot exceeds two hours

Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Mobile phone number*
Company*

Are you promoting a brand?*

YesNo
If yes, what is the brand?

Commercial Licensing Fee
The Commercial Licensing Fee relates to the right for a company to leverage the MCG's reputation in thjeir campaign promotion, activation, etc.

Also applicable for any activity involving third party brands, sponsors or broadcast partners.

Please note, payment of the Commercial Licensing Fee does not grant permission for the company to imply a direct association or partnership with the MCG, MCC or Australian Sports Museum.
Determination of commercial licensing fee*

International campaign with unlimited license ($100,000+)International campaign with some restrictions (eg: channels allowed and length of campaign) ($80,000 - $100,000)National campaign with unlimited license ($50,000 - $80,000)National campaign with some restrictions (eg: channels allowed and length of campaign) ($20,000 - $50,000)National campaign but only expected to attract moderate interest with some restrictions in place ($10,000 - $20,000)Local campaign only expected to have very modest reach ($5,000 - $10,000)

	Total time required
MCG Arena
Arena boundary (artificial turf)
Seating bowl
Player change room and race
Corporate suites/ function rooms
External concourse
Yarra Park
Australian Sports Museum
Other

Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Mobile phone number*
Company*

Production Elements
Please provide an overview of the concept and production *

Preferred date*

DayMonthYear
Date
Please note: Applications must be made at least two weeks prior to the preferred date. Any submissions made within the two weeks may not be facilitated.
Back-up date

DayMonthYear
Date
Preferred location *
Preferred time to start filming

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Total duration (including bump in and bump out)*

Number of people attending (including cast) *
Do you require a car park (if yes, for how many cars)?
Do you require a pre-shoot inspection?

YesNo
Are you bringing in any equipment or structures to assemble (please outline below)?*
Please note: all equipment requiring power brought into the venue must be tagged and tested to comply with MCG safety requirements
Do you wish to use a drone?*

YesNo

Drone Application
What is the purpose of the drone use*
Launch Area*
Proposed flight route and trajectory *
Flight route map*

Cancelof
Permit request location*

Melbourne Cricket GroundYarra ParkAlbert GroundGlen Street Bowls ClubSwinburne Avenue Bowls ClubMCC Beaumaris
Pilot name*

First NameLast Name
Pilot email address*
example@example.com
Pilot phone number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Drone weight, make and model*
CASA Aviation Reference Number (where applicable)*
Does the done have a gross mass of 2kg or more?*

YesNo

Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) Number*
Expiry date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Please attach a copy of RePL *

Cancelof
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator's Certificate (REoC) number*
Expiry date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Please attach a copy of REoC*

Cancelof
Do you have a risk assessment for the activity?*

YesNo
If yes, please attach a copy*

Cancelof
Do you have a Public Liability Insurance Certificate?*

YesNo
If yes, please attach a copy*

Cancelof

Account details (if different from application, please provide contact details for invoice recipient)

Additional Filming Details
Do you have any supporting documents (for example: concept and treatment overview, script, etc)?

Cancelof

Any additional comments or information?

Cost Recoveries
The Melbourne Cricket Club, as managers of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Yarra Park, may need to provide support personnel depending on the nature and scale of the production, and additional supervision and administration charges may apply, particularly when required outside of normal business hours.

Additional services which could incur costs include:
- Audio visual support
- Electrical supply and support
- Security officer
- Safety officer
- Cleaning
- Catering
- Big screen and LED signage hire
- Car Parking
- Supervision and administration fee
These charges, as well as any venue access fees or commercial licensing fees, will be discussed with the applicant throughout the planning.

Terms and Conditions
Stadium noise and movements
Please be mindful that the MCG is a working stadium with various venue hirers, activities, and contracted maintenance works being conducted on any one day. These include but are not limited to MCG Tours, scoreboard bookings, PA and sound system testing, fire alarm testing, functions, seating bowl cleaning to external seat cleaning, catering deliveries etc.

We will make best endeavours to advise you of any situations that may impact you however you should remain flexible during your shoot.
Australian Sports Museum
Access to the Australian Sports Museum is conditional upon the user agreeing with the following terms and conditions, in addition to the guidelines specified in the preceding points:
- Only general views of the Australian Sports Museum galleries, exhibitions and spaces may be filmed and no close up photography or filming of individual objects is permitted. The Australian Sports Museum is not the owner of all intellectual property contained within the Australian Sports Museum and third parties (lenders of objects, artists whose work is displayed, etc) will need to provide approval before an item is photographed.
- No adjustments to the Australian Sports Museum's audio-visual systems will be made during public opening hours.
- Users must not attempt to alter, modify or manipulate a video or audio signal, images or data within the Australian Sports Museum in any way.
- The Australian Sports Museum lighting display cannot be altered. Users are requested to bring their own temporary lighting if it is required.
- All equipment brought into the venue must be tagged and tested to comply with MCG safety requirements.
- If filming during public opening hours, users must not
  - adversely affect the experience of Australian Sports Muesum patrons
  - leave equipment unattended
  - run unsecured cables across walkways.
- No food or drink may be brought into the Australian Sports Museum under any circumstances.
The user acknowledges that the Melbourne Cricket Club has the right to control access to the Australian Sports Museum and may arrange for the removal of any persons who fail to comply with these terms.
Occupational health and safety and online induction training
Compliance with strict site safety requirements is imperative to protect all our staff and visitors. The approved applicant is responsible for the safety of their employees and contractors, and must ensure that their activities comply with all relevant legislation and do not create a hazardous environment for anyone visiting or working at the MCG.

All crew and talent must complete the online occupational health and safety induction training in advance of filming at the MCG. The training is valid for two years.

Should the client be unable to complete safety training for any reason, they will still be able to proceed with the shoot. However, they must be accompanied at all times while on site by a staff member and therefore staff supervision and security fees will apply.
Venue Access Agreement
Approved applicants will be required to complete and sign a Venue Access Agreement, which will be provided by the MCC. A copy of the production company's public liability insurance to the value of $20,000,000 will also be required along with the MCG being cited as a place where the venue hirer's insurance is valid.
Catering
No external catering may be brought onsite. Any catering for film crews must be arranged through MCG Catering at least four days prior to the filming date. For smaller film shoots, the Hugh Trumble Cafe is available from 7.30am - 1.30pm, and Paddock Cafe is open Friday - Sunday. Further information is available upon request.
Non-compliance with Venue Access Agreement
When conditions for a Venue Access Agreement have been breached, the following actions may be taken:
- Cancellation of any approval that has been issued for the day in question
- Instruction to cease all activities immediately and remove all personnel and equipment from the site
- Forfeit of any and all fees paid to the MCC to offset any losses or damages incurred
- Additional fees may be incurred to offset any losses, damages or reinstatement costs.
Cancellations
Should the applicant change their mind and cancel the booking after the application has been provisionally approved, the applicant will be liable for the payment of the administration fees plus any other costs incurred by the MCC in preparation for the production.

A booking may be cancelled by the MCC at its discretion due to circumstances, including but not limited to, weather or non-availability of the MCG. If the MCC cancels the booking, the administration, venue access and commercial licensing fees will be fully refundable. Only hard costs incurred by the MCC will need to be recovered from the applicant.
Submitting your application
By clicking submit, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the guidlines outlined above and agree to operate in accordance with these guidelines, and the Victorian Screen Industry Code of Conduct.

You also acknowledge that all information is truthful and accurately reflects your organisation's intended activity at the MCG.

I understand that should I fail to comply, the MCC may withdraw its approval and/or access to the MCG and other media events relating to the MCG, MCC or Australian Sports Museum.
Should be Empty:

On-site meeting	$150/hr during business hours	$300/hr outside of business hours
MCC staff member supervision fees	$150/hr during business hours	$300/hr outside of business hours

Location	Full day (7-9 hours). Additional hourly fees applies if exceeding nine hours	Half day (4-7 hours)	Hourly
Arena (excluding centre square, centre corridor and goal squares)	$25,000	$15,000	$5,000
Artificial turf (arena boundary)	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500
Seating bowl	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500
Player change rooms and race	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500
Corporate suites/ corporate corridors	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500
Function rooms	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500
External concourse	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500
Australian Sports Museum	$3,750	$2,250	$750
Yarra Park	Minimum of $1,750	Minimum of $1,249	$992
Other	$7,500	$4,375	$1,500

MCG filming, photography and publicity events application form

Commercial Licensing Fee

Fees

MCC Resource fee

Available filming locations

Venue Access Fee

Production Elements

Drone Application

Additional Filming Details

Cost Recoveries

Terms and Conditions

Stadium noise and movements

Australian Sports Museum

Occupational health and safety and online induction training

Venue Access Agreement

Catering

Non-compliance with Venue Access Agreement

Cancellations

Submitting your application