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Rivals and Champions come together for a feast for the senses during City of NPSP’s Festival of Footy

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28/03/2024

There is just over a week until the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters erupts with the excitement, anticipation and energy of the AFL Gather Round and there is still the opportunity to secure tickets to two exclusive events as part of the Council’s Festival of Footy.

To kick off the weekend of activities, the Council has secured some of the biggest names in SANFL history for the Champions Lunch to be held in the Norwood Concert Hall on Thursday 4 April.

Mayor Robert Bria said the idea behind the Champions Lunch was the Norwood - Port Adelaide rivalry being one of the oldest and fiercest in Australian football.

“Now, as part of the 2024 Gather Round Festival of Football, you can relive some of the magic moments from two of the great grand finals of the 1980s.

“South Australian Football royalty and FIVEAA sports presenter, Tim Ginever will headline this special event with Michael Aish and Neville Roberts.

“With a theme meticulously curated to honour the victories of Norwood and Port Adelaide, every detail of the event is a nod to the indelible moments that shaped our football legacy.

“The Champions Lunch, is a step back in time, and a unique opportunity to pay homage to the football legends who left an indelible mark on SANFL history.

On Saturday 6 April, right in between the two blockbuster AFL matches which have already sold out at Norwood Oval, and in order to celebrate the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters hosting the highly anticipated St Kilda vs Richmond game, the Council is hosting a once-in-a-lifetime culinary event in an open air dining spectacular on Osmond Terrace.

The Rivals Long Lunch is co-hosted by the renowned MasterChef contestant Malissa Fedele and Sam Worrall-Thomson from restaurants BarLune and Dolly.

Mayor Bria said Chef Malissa Fedele has curated a menu that will showcase the finest local produce sourced from the Council’s local manufacturers.

“An exclusive paring with Amadio Wines and The Suburban Brew, an extraordinary outdoor setting and like-minded AFL fans seated around you, make sure you don't miss the chance to be part of this extraordinary event.”

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: AFL Gather Round