Commonwealth Games: What you need to know before you go

After years of build-up, the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games are finally upon us. The Games will place unprecedented demand on the Gold Coast transport network, with about six million extra trips expected during the competition period. To accommodate the influx of spectators, light rail will run 24 hours a day with a service every 7.5 minutes or better, 12 high-frequency Gold Coast bus routes will run every 15 minutes and Gold Coast train services will be tripled to run on average every 10 minutes. They include: Any open beverage Alcohol Aerosols, creams, medicines and gels more than 250ml Strobe lights or laser pointers Inappropriately messaged clothing, banners, posters or material Knives or weapons Any flag sticks or poles measuring over 1.5 metres in length and not made of soft plastic If you are in any doubt, check out the full list of venue conditions. A number of items cannot be used in viewing areas, including: Large photographic or broadcast equipment over 30cm in length, including tripods and "selfie sticks" Umbrellas Oversized hats Banners and flag poles Flags larger than 1.5 square metres Strollers or pushchairs Personal mobility devices, mobility aids or wheelchairs cannot be taken into seating areas if you don't have a ticket assigned to a wheelchair position or the device can easily be stored under your seat.