Media

The media accreditation portal for the 2026-27 International, W/BBL and Domestic seasons is now open.

For all new applicants, applications will be available via the links below.

• Photographer – field of play
• Print Media (online/newspaper)
• TV/News Camera Operator
• TV/Radio News Reporter

Each series has a deadline for accreditation submissions, with applications to be assessed during the timeframes indicated:

• July 10 for NRMA Insurance Northern Australia Test Series v Bangladesh (assessed June 22 – July 10)
• August 21 for Men’s White Ball series against England (assessed August 3 – August 21)
• September 10 for NRMA Insurance Women’s ODIs v Bangladesh and NRMA Insurance Women’s T20Is v New Zealand (assessed August 31 - September 10)
• October 9 for NRMA Insurance Test Series v New Zealand (assessed September 14 – October 9)
• January 12, 2027 for NRMA Insurance Women’s ODIs v New Zealand (assessed December 28, 2026 - January 12, 2027)
• January 29, 2027  for 150th Anniversary Test (assessed December 14, 2026 – January 29, 2027)

For International matches, media must indicate requested attendance across pre-match and match days.

Accreditation for Domestic/W/BBL competitions can be applied anytime on the same portal but will require a separate pass to be collected.
 
For any enquiries please contact Media.Accreditation@cricket.com.au

ACCREDITATION BOOTH OPENING TIMES

NRMA Insurance Mackay Test

Accreditation for approved media will be available for collection in the lead-up to the match. The accreditation booth at the Great Barrier Reef Arena is located near Gate 3, via Harrup Park’s southern entry on Lamb Street. Opening times are as follows:

Date	Booth Open Time	Booth Close Time
Wednesday, August 19, 2026	8:00 AM	2:00 PM
Thursday, August 20, 2026	8:00 AM	2:00 PM
Friday, August 21, 2026	8:00 AM	2:00 PM
Saturday, August 22, 2026	6:00 AM	12:00 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026	6:30 AM	12:00 PM
Monday, August 24, 2026	7:00 AM	11:00 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026	7:30 AM	11:00 AM