The Western Bulldogs pre-season arrangements have been confirmed ahead of the 2024 season.

The Bulldogs will take on Hawthorn in their AFL Community Series fixture on Saturday, March 2 at the University of Tasmania Stadium.

The pre-season match will begin at 6.10pm and be broadcast live on Fox Footy.

The AFL has also confirmed the modified rules for the Community Series, which includes:

  • Four quarters of 20 mins plus time on (as per AFL Premiership Season)
  • Squad of 30 players, eight interchange and four emergencies. Minimum of four players on the interchange bench during the match at any time
  • No interchange cap
  • Full panel of umpires appointed by the AFL

Tickets for the AFL Community Series will go on sale in February, with further information to be communicated in late January. 

2024 AFL Community Series

Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs
Saturday, March 2, 6:10pm AEDT
UTAS Stadium, Launceston • Palawa
Broadcast: Fox Footy, Kayo