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Posted: 2024-10-04 21:01:55

The rugby league grand finals — both the men's and the women's games — are on Sunday. 

It'll also be the first day of daylight saving time in some states and territories, so you'll need to pay special attention to the times if you don't want to miss the action.

Here's a quick run-down of the start times and everything else you need to know before kick-off. 

What time does the NRL women's grand final kick off?

3:55pm AEDT.

Here are the times according to the state or territory you're in:

  • 3:55pm AEDT: ACT, NSW Tasmania, Victoria
  • 3:25pm ACDT: South Australia 
  • 2:55pm AEST: Queensland 
  • 2:25pm ACST: Northern Territory
  • 12:55pm AWST: Western Australia

What time does the NRL men's grand final kick off?

7:30pm AEDT.

Here are the times according to the state or territory you're in:

  • 7:30pm AEDT: ACT, NSW, Tasmania, Victoria
  • 7pm ACDT: South Australia 
  • 6.30pm: AEST: Queensland
  • 6pm ACST: Northern Territory, South Australia
  • 4:30pm AWST: Western Australia
The NRL Provan-Summons Trophy

The NRL grand final will be played after this afternoon's NRLW decider.  (AAP: Bianca De Marchi)

How can I watch the NRL grand final?

It'll be broadcast free-to-air on Channel Nine.

ABC Sport will be live blogging the clash.

And you can listen to the match on ABC Sport via the website, local radio, and the ABC Listen app.

Where can I watch the NRL grand final in-person?

For Panthers fans unable to attend the final in person, live sites will be set up in Penrith for the event. 

Penrith City Council is hosting a free family-friendly live site at The Mondo, between Westfield Penrith and The Joan in the CBD.

The event is alcohol-free with pre-event entertainment getting away at 6pm, ahead of kick-off at 7:30pm.

The ABC contacted the Melbourne Storm, AAMI Park, Federation Square, and the Melbourne City Council to confirm any live sites. Unfortunately, none will be held so footy fans' best bet is to head to the local pub or RSL.

Who is playing in the NRL women's grand final?

The Cronulla Sharks and the Sydney Roosters

A close up action shot of Sharks player Georgia Ravics being tackled by a Roosters player

The Sharks and the Roosters will be battling it out in the NRLW premiership title on Sunday afternoon.  (Getty Images: Mark Metcalfe)

Who is in the men's NRL grand final?

The Penrith Panthers and the Melbourne Storm.

Who is performing at the NRL grand final?

The Kid LAROI. 

The Kid Laroi playing at Coachella in 2023

The Kid LAROI will be taking to the stage tonight.  (Reuters: Aude Guerrucci)

What time is The Kid LAROI playing?

An hour before the men's game.

  • 6:30pm AEDT: ACT, NSW, Tasmania, Victoria 
  • 6pm ACDT: South Australia
  • 5:30pm AEST: Queensland
  • 5pm: ACST: Northern Territory 
  • 3:30pm AWST: Western Australia

Where is the NRL grand final 2024?

Sydney. 

Specifically, it'll be played at Accor Stadium in Olympic Park, which is 14 kilometres from Sydney's CBD. 

What is the weather forecast?

Perfect conditions are expected for grand final day at Accor Stadium.

The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) expects the mercury to hit a top of 28 degrees and there's a 5 per cent chance of rain forecast with light winds.

When did the Panthers last win a men's grand final?

Last year. 

The Panthers won the 2023 grand final, defeating the Broncos 26-24.

If they win tonight, it'll be Penrith's fourth grand final win in a row — having also won in 2022 and 2021. 

When did the Storm last win a men's grand final?

2020.

Interestingly, the Storm's grand final win was against the Panthers.

The Melbourne side, which was then captained by Cameron Smith, beat Penrith 26-20. 

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