Tigers and Autism friendly quiet room

[mtd#2]

Maybe someone can shed some more light on this, but I saw this post on Facebook and I think it's a great initiative. I had previously heard about EPL clubs doing this but not in the NRL.

For all the crap our club cops, they do a great job for the community.

 

[Go_You_Good_Things]

Great to see.
Respect is one thing that the world needs more of.

 

[Demps]

Saw it on the IG stories.

It was for the fans, both Tigers & Bulldogs fans - with disabilities, they were utilising the space to enjoy the game.

 

[mtd#2]

Accessibility at CommBank Stadium | CommBank Stadium

At CommBank Stadium, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that prioritises the accessibility, safety, security, and comfort of all ou

www.commbankstadium.com.au

Accessibility at CommBank Stadium | CommBank Stadium

At CommBank Stadium, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that prioritises the accessibility, safety, security, and comfort of all ou

www.commbankstadium.com.au

Pretty awesome.

 

[Telltails]

Great initiative.

 

[Jolls]

Well done Tigers; great initiative to be more inlcusive.

 

[Tigers_Wests]

Maybe someone can shed some more light on this, but I saw this post on Facebook and I think it's a great initiative. I had previously heard about EPL clubs doing this but not in the NRL.

For all the crap our club cops, they do a great job for the community.

Fantastic initiative! My daughter has Autism so I understand the difference a space like this can make. Well done Tigers!

 

[innsaneink]

Do they have a tv in there with the game on?

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

Love this, more of these great initiatives need to get air time.

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

I have a child with high functioning autism mostly struggles with crowds noise and generally integrating.
Never even contemplated taking her to a game because i know id be there half an hour then exit stage right.
I think you're right MT they should promote this a bit more id like her to experience a game maybe once in her life. Even the details posted above aren't overly clear on how to go about it or whether theres more coming in the future.

 

[Tigerdazz2]

I have a child with high functioning autism mostly struggles with crowds noise and generally integrating.
Never even contemplated taking her to a game because i know id be there half an hour then exit stage right.
I think you're right MT they should promote this a bit more id like her to experience a game maybe once in her life. Even the details posted above aren't overly clear on how to go about it or whether theres more coming in the future.

I have two of 4 kids on the spectrum, my 23yo Son and 13yo Daughter. My Daughter hasn't been to a WT match since we took her to CS back when she was about 10 months old. We haven't been to a game since we left Bradbury for the Mid Nth Coast.

We are going on a holiday to Mudgee & surrounds soon but have also booked a few nights in Canberra and will take our Daughter to the Raiders v Tigers game as a suprise. It'll be a near miracle if the WT get the win down there but I hope they put in a good show against Ricky's boys.
I only wish we had got to McDonald Jones Stadium for the Newcastle game, at 200km away it's "just down the road" from us compared to all other NRL grounds😂. Unfortunately we had already made other plans for the day.

It'll be interesting to see how my girl will handle the crowd noise, the Viking horn and clap being on the spectrum.... It'd be nice if our boys silence the Canberra faithful. 😁

 

[jadtiger]

I have two of 4 kids on the spectrum, my 23yo Son and 13yo Daughter. My Daughter hasn't been to a WT match since we took her to CS back when she was about 10 months old. We haven't been to a game since we left Bradbury for the Mid Nth Coast.

We are going on a holiday to Mudgee & surrounds soon but have also booked a few nights in Canberra and will take our Daughter to the Raiders v Tigers game as a suprise. It'll be a near miracle if the WT get the win down there but I hope they put in a good show against Ricky's boys.
I only wish we had got to McDonald Jones Stadium for the Newcastle game, at 200km away it's "just down the road" from us compared to all other NRL grounds😂. Unfortunately we had already made other plans for the day.

It'll be interesting to see how my girl will handle the crowd noise, the Viking horn and clap being on the spectrum.... It'd be nice if our boys silence the Canberra faithful. 😁

I hope your daughter has a wonderful day and we get a win for you both and she has no issues.

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

I have two of 4 kids on the spectrum, my 23yo Son and 13yo Daughter. My Daughter hasn't been to a WT match since we took her to CS back when she was about 10 months old. We haven't been to a game since we left Bradbury for the Mid Nth Coast.

We are going on a holiday to Mudgee & surrounds soon but have also booked a few nights in Canberra and will take our Daughter to the Raiders v Tigers game as a suprise. It'll be a near miracle if the WT get the win down there but I hope they put in a good show against Ricky's boys.
I only wish we had got to McDonald Jones Stadium for the Newcastle game, at 200km away it's "just down the road" from us compared to all other NRL grounds😂. Unfortunately we had already made other plans for the day.

It'll be interesting to see how my girl will handle the crowd noise, the Viking horn and clap being on the spectrum.... It'd be nice if our boys silence the Canberra faithful. 😁

All the best mate i hope they have a fantastic time and the boys can notch up a win for them 🙂

 

[tiger_one]

I have two of 4 kids on the spectrum, my 23yo Son and 13yo Daughter. My Daughter hasn't been to a WT match since we took her to CS back when she was about 10 months old. We haven't been to a game since we left Bradbury for the Mid Nth Coast.

We are going on a holiday to Mudgee & surrounds soon but have also booked a few nights in Canberra and will take our Daughter to the Raiders v Tigers game as a suprise. It'll be a near miracle if the WT get the win down there but I hope they put in a good show against Ricky's boys.
I only wish we had got to McDonald Jones Stadium for the Newcastle game, at 200km away it's "just down the road" from us compared to all other NRL grounds😂. Unfortunately we had already made other plans for the day.

It'll be interesting to see how my girl will handle the crowd noise, the Viking horn and clap being on the spectrum.... It'd be nice if our boys silence the Canberra faithful. 😁

Yes, champion @Tigerdazz2, like already said, have the best family time; and if there's was a time for Wicky's Waiders to slip up, that would be perfect!

 

[upthetigers]

I wonder what the reason is for so many kids having autism now. There must be something in food. Maybe kids have always had it and they're just better at diagnosing it, a bit like mental illness.

 

[innsaneink]

Its from the Brumbies website i think but same stadium.

Accessibility Information - GIO Stadium Canberra

Our goal is to provide you with the kind of assistance and service excellence that will make your visit to GIO Stadium a safe, comfortable and positive

giostadiumcanberra.com.au

Sensory Room
For guests who have sensory sensitivity, the Brumbies have introduced a Sensory Zone initiative for their Super Rugby games. This includes a small multi-sensory room, within a larger quiet space. Guests using the Sensory Room are required to have an adult carer accompanying them at all times. This room is located on the first floor of the Meninga Grandstand during Brumbies games. More information is available on the Brumbies website

 

[Lestronge]

I have a child with high functioning autism mostly struggles with crowds noise and generally integrating.
Never even contemplated taking her to a game because i know id be there half an hour then exit stage right.
I think you're right MT they should promote this a bit more id like her to experience a game maybe once in her life. Even the details posted above aren't overly clear on how to go about it or whether theres more coming in the future.

ye man same ! also its the checking out . Once they check out . its time to leave then and there. No toilet breaks, no lingering around to hope it gets better . No realisation that dad wants to see the end of the game ... time to go right now lol. Ill be researching that room big time .

 

[Lestronge]

I wonder what the reason is for so many kids having autism now. There must be something in food. Maybe kids have always had it and they're just better at diagnosing it, a bit like mental illness.

it's not a mental illness .... pretty ignorant thing to say. Theres no uptick in autism diagnoses. It's more that having your mind looked at, has lost its stigma in culture, so people are getting their heads read and their children's.
The naughty kid who can't sit still in class .... go stare at the wall, right? Or sit in the corner. ... Or the kid who would sleep in class and know the answers. or the weird kid who did weird shit. Or the kid who was amazing at music or something but couldn't tie their own shoelaces......these kids were all there when we were kids.
now those kids have medication for things like adhd or anxiety , which are usually autisms right hand man , or speech therapy , occupational therapy to help with sensory processing issues , like holding your pen, modified learning so kids who are probably the most intelligent kid in the class , but can't learn in the systematic , archaic learning structures that is our education system, can get what they need out of school.
Society has become more accepting of neurodivergent behaviours , and as such more and more people are open about it . Thats all thats changed . And many smart parents who heeded the advice , like my self , have now seen the huge benefits of getting a diagnoses and medication , to watch my kid be able to quiten his mind . sure every social interaction for him might be a case of a flow chart for him , rather than organic for neuro typical people, but hes the funniest kid ive ever met and i wouldnt trade him for any of the vanilla neurotypical kids that hes told hes supposed to be like ..... hes got way more to offer than being just another lemming marching off the cliff .

 

[upthetigers]

it's not a mental illness .... pretty ignorant thing to say. Theres no uptick in autism diagnoses. It's more that having your mind looked at, has lost its stigma in culture, so people are getting their heads read and their children's.
The naughty kid who can't sit still in class .... go stare at the wall, right? Or sit in the corner. ... Or the kid who would sleep in class and know the answers. or the weird kid who did weird shit. Or the kid who was amazing at music or something but couldn't tie their own shoelaces......these kids were all there when we were kids.
now those kids have medication for things like adhd or anxiety , which are usually autisms right hand man , or speech therapy , occupational therapy to help with sensory processing issues , like holding your pen, modified learning so kids who are probably the most intelligent kid in the class , but can't learn in the systematic , archaic learning structures that is our education system, can get what they need out of school.
Society has become more accepting of neurodivergent behaviours , and as such more and more people are open about it . Thats all thats changed . And many smart parents who heeded the advice , like my self , have now seen the huge benefits of getting a diagnoses and medication , to watch my kid be able to quiten his mind . sure every social interaction for him might be a case of a flow chart for him , rather than organic for neuro typical people, but hes the funniest kid ive ever met and i wouldnt trade him for any of the vanilla neurotypical kids that hes told hes supposed to be like ..... hes got way more to offer than being just another lemming marching off the cliff .

I wasn't saying autism was a mental illness, I have 2 nephews with autism. I know ALOT of kids on the autism spectrum. Has autism always been a thing or is it a recent phenomenon?

No need to answer... you answered it in your post. Thanks!

 

[Tigerdazz2]

Thanks guys 😁

I just bought a black WT flag, now we have both an orange & black flag all set for the Canberra game. It snowed there once when I was down there watching Western Suburbs play them. I hope it does again for my Daughter to see. When I took her to the Snowys in 2023 there was hardly any snow, mainly man made stuff that had packed up. It was unseasonably warm, it got to plus 6 Deg Celcius on top of Mt Selwyn, and she didn't see it snow, it was colder in bloody Cooma!