SCG Trust encourages fans to use clear bags when attending events

Fans attending cricket matches at the Sydney Cricket Ground this summer will be encouraged to carry personal items in clear bags to speed up entry at events.

Advising that encouraging patrons to carry items in clear bags will be an addition to current security measures already in place at the SCG and Allianz Stadium, SCG Trust Chief Executive, Jamie Barkley advised “this is all about giving our patrons the option to speed up their entry to the venue.

"People carrying clear bags or no bags will be processed faster in separate queues. Others who use traditional bags will be directed to a separate queue where they may be required to empty their contents for inspection.”

The SCG Trust is the first Australian sport venues to encourage fans to use clear bags.

Trust Security Manager, Luke Schibeci added "we understand that some fans will feel a little apprehensive at putting their personal items into a clear bag.

"The SCG Trust is not banning bags being brought to the venue, but we are encouraging fans to leave large bags at home and use a small clear bags to speed up the entry process.

"Fans can still bring a larger bag, but it must fit under their seat, and they will be required to present their bag for a thorough search, which will delay their entry.”

All bags are subject to the Trust’s 100% bag check policy, including clear bags.

The Trust has designed its own SCG branded clear bag a replica of those used in the NFL, where traditional backpacks and larger bags are prohibited in all stadiums.

The SCG clear bag measures 30cm x 30cm and will retail for $10 at the Stadium Store in the forecourt of Allianz Stadium.

Patrons are still welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks (plastic bottles only).

For access, clear bag/no bag lanes will operate at Gates A, C and E while all other lanes and remaining gates will operate as per normal.