Centennial Park

Poorly organised event. Portaloos were disgusting, expected something a bit nicer than portaloos with signage ‘dial-a-DUNNY’ on the door (how classy) for $330 per ticket to Club (lounge was $170). There was not enough seating whatsoever so most were left standing. Some people would ‘reserve’ their seat by placing a handbag or jacket on the seat and walk away for majority of the day so others couldn’t have a seat even though it was being used. Security was minimal so lounge ticket holders were walking into club area for free food/drinks. They ran out of wrist bands on arrival for the club area so we had to wear ‘crew’ bands. The MC made rude remarks over loudspeaker (for example made fun of female photographer there saying they only makes $13 an hour, told the girls that didn’t win fashions on the field to jump off stage and go have a cry). Went years ago and it was bad then, went back this year hoping it had improved but it was even worse. Not enough food going around and it was mostly cold mini burgers and sausage rolls anyway. Catering staff were lovely though that’s the only positive of the day. Horribly overpriced for what it is. My husband and I attend beautiful events regularly, I work in media and he in banking so we attend and host many events a year. Polo in the city Sydney however was an epic disappointment. Never again.

Food offerings in the Polo Lounge, limited to pastries and cheese served in paper bags, was disappointing. The expensive ticket price should have included a drink on arrival at least…

Béer was served in glasses while cocktails, champagne and wine were served in plastic!

Polo Club tent could have had more umbrellas and seating.