Wallabies and All Blacks Lock In Historic Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Tests at Suncorp Stadium Through 2031

Rugby Australia (RA) and New Zealand Rugby (NZR), with the backing of the Queensland Government, have finalised a landmark agreement to stage historic Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test matches. Brisbane’s iconic Suncorp Stadium has been secured to host the premier trans-Tasman fixture across three cycles in 2027, 2029, and 2031.

The announcement marks the first time in the 123-year, 181-match history of the Wallabies-All Blacks rivalry that a Test match will be played on Anzac Day—a sacred day of national reflection and remembrance for both countries. Additionally, this scheduling shift expands the Bledisloe Cup back to a traditional three-game series for the first time since 2021.

Commenting on the announcement, New Zealand Rugby CEO, Steve Lancast, said: “Brisbane has long been seen as a home away from home with a large New Zealand population living there and we see this as a huge opportunity to work in partnership with Rugby Australia to grow the game in a key market.”

“The Anzac Day Bledisloe Test adds another key moment during the Super Rugby Pacific season as the early rounds will have the added element of selection intrigue ahead of this match,” Lancast said.

Queensland’s “Destination 2045” Major Events Strategy

The state is utilising major sports tourism as a primary driver to expand local hospitality sectors and support regional jobs.

Sharing that the long-term agreement directly services the state’s broader economy, Queensland Premier and Minister for Veterans, David Crisafulli MP, added: “We are bringing the Bledisloe Cup to Queensland, with an historic agreement to lock in ANZAC Day tests until 2031.”

“This is part of our plan to deliver new signature events for Queensland, grow tourism and support Queensland jobs.

Echoing his sentiments, Queensland Minister for Tourism and Acting Minister for Sport and Racing, Andrew Powell MP GAICD, said: “Locking in the ANZAC Day Bledisloe Cup year after year is a major win for Queensland and ensures this iconic fixture has a strong and lasting home.”

“It strengthens our position as the home of Australian sport… We are securing Queensland as the capital of major events through Destination 2045 and partnerships like this ensure that the eyes of the world remain firmly fixed on our great State,” Powell said.

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Scheduled Fixtures & Structural Impact

The newly established marquee fixtures will act as a foundational centerpiece on the global rugby calendar, taking place as Queensland prepares for massive international event windows, including next year’s Rugby World Cup and the 2032 Olympic Games.

The inaugural 2027 Anzac Day Test is confirmed to kick off in a family-friendly early afternoon time slot, with additional trans-Tasman rugby fixtures planned to be added to the matchday schedule.

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