Hawthorn will host its final home game of the home-and-away season when it takes on archrivals Essendon at the Kennedy Community Centre on Saturday at 3.05pm. 

The Hawks are currently sitting in 10th spot while the Bombers will be searching for their second win of the season. 

Here’s everything you need to know about the game. 

WHO: Hawthorn v Essendon 
WHAT: Round 11 (Emergency Services Match) 
WHERE: Kennedy Community Centre 
WHEN: Sunday 25 October 
TIME: 3.05pm AEDT 
BROADCAST: Fox Footy, Kayo Sports, 7, 7two and BINGE. Check your local guide for more details HERE. 

How to watch 

Following along at home? The game will be broadcast live on Fox Footy and 7two or streamed on Kayo, 7+ and Binge from 3pm AEDT.  

Don’t have Kayo? Click HERE to check out our Hawks on Demand membership and save on 12 months of Kayo.

Follow @hawthornaflw on Instagram, X and Facebook and @hawthornfc on TikTok to stay up to date on all the behind-the-scenes action on game day.

What’s on 

There will be a lot to look forward to when we meet the Bombers at our home, the Kennedy Community Centre.

AROUND THE GROUND 🔥 | Bungee Trampolines, Face Painting, Partner Activations, Food Trucks, Roaming Mascots and more

+ it's Emergency Services Round, around the ground you will find Vic Police, Fire Rescue Victoria, CFA, St John’s Ambulance, Marine Search and Rescue, Life Saving Victoria, Ambulance Victoria, SES, Fire Forest Management, VCC Emergency Ministry, and more! 🚒 🚓

PRE-GAME | Superkick Clinic (get around the girls on-field!)

12.15PM |Emergency Services Match curtain raiser on the Main Oval at the Kennedy Community Centre

1PM | Gates Open for AFLW match, find a spot around the ground, or head to the Supporters Hill & snag a bean bag or deck chair for the day!

2.55PM | Hawks run out (cheer LOUD)!

3.05PM | Match Commences

1/2 TIME | Lap of honour supporting a local girls team and recognising women in emergency services

KCC Sensory Space, facilitated by The Inclusion Project, made possible by Variety, the Children's Charity VIC

The Inclusion Project will be located in the Community Pavilion. The Inclusion Project Sensory Space provides fans with sensory processing differences a quiet and low sensory place to retreat and recharge away from the stress and stimulation of a live event. It includes dimmed lighting, comfort items and a live screening of the event, with an occupational therapist on site to provide personalised support. This support is available from gate opening until the end of the match and can be accessed before, after and during the match.

Sensory Space location: Community Pavilion

Inclusion Project Officers: We will also have our Inclusion Project Officers at main entrances & roaming around the ground to assist if you require during the match.

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Last time we met

Essendon (26) defeated by Hawthorn (56) in Round 11, 2025

Hawthorn claimed its first AFLW victory over arch-rivals Essendon, running out 30-point winners on a damp day at Windy Hill.

Essendon was competitive for the first half but failed to match Hawthorn’s pressure and execution as the match went on, managing just the one goal after half time.

Jasmine Fleming (24 disposals) and Aine McDonagh (16 and three goals) performed well in a balanced Hawthorn side.

Tickets and Membership 

Join the 90,000-strong brown and gold faithful in becoming a Hawthorn Football Club member!

AFLW packages start from just $75 for an adult, with entry to all Hawks home and away games included in the membership. 

In 2026, we’re doing it Our Way! Become a member, CLICK HERE to find the best option that suits you!

All AFLW Members will be able to access Hawthorn home and away games by scanning their digital membership card at the gate for general admission access.

For more information on how to access your digital membership card, please click here.

General Public tickets to this match are available via Ticketmaster.

Getting to the game

94 Tootal Rd, Dingley Village VIC 3172

There are a variety of different options available for anyone who is travelling to the Hawks' home in Dingley Village. 

Public Transport 

🟤 Take the Pakenham or Cranbourne line train to Springvale Station.

🟡 Catch the Route 811 bus (Dandenong - Brighton via Springvale) from the station.

🟤 Disembark along Tootal Road / McClure Road, which drops you near the entrance to the Kennedy Community Centre.

Alternative Bus Routes: Route 811 also runs through Mentone, Springvale, and Dandenong, connecting with Mentone Station (Frankston Line) and Dandenong Station.

To plan your journey visit ptv.vic.gov.au/journey. 

By Car

For AFLW matches, on-site parking fills quickly. Event staff manage entry and overflow parking areas, but using public transport or rideshare may be more convenient for big fixtures.

Need a ride to the game? Use DiDi, proud partner of the Hawks.

On non-event days, on site parking is available, in the car park closest to the Community Pavilion.