Gold Coast Suns Seek Alternative Venue for AFLW Finals

The Gold Coast Suns are preparing for their return to the AFLW finals but face a challenge regarding their home ground. The club is currently looking for an alternative venue as Canarra Stadium will be unavailable during the second, third, and fourth weeks of the finals due to a T20 international match between Australia and England.

With an impressive record of 8 wins and 3 losses, the Suns have secured their first finals appearance since 2023. Potential venues being considered include Brisbane Lions' training ground at Springfield and Southport's Fankhauser Reserve, although both options present their own challenges. A spokesperson for the Suns confirmed that they are collaborating with relevant stakeholders to find suitable venues for the finals.

Coach Rhyce Shaw expressed enthusiasm about the team's finals return while emphasizing the need to remain focused on their upcoming match against Greater Western Sydney. The Suns are not alone in facing venue issues, as Geelong is also contending with a scheduling conflict at GMHBA Stadium due to the AUSX Open Supercross Championship.