Good to see a footy match that not only is starting the season, it has a special intention behind it.The Bombers and the Dogs will hopefully put on the usual gladitorial display of might and power, but there will be a sad sentiment in the air for the people in Victoria's northern and eastern suburbs (if not the whole of Australia).
When sport can have a bigger meaning than itself, that's good - but it is only a game. The people who love it are those who really matter.
So tonight, if you are heading to Telstra Dome, spare a thought or two for those who are sitting in a tent, wondering about how they lost their homes and how they'll support their family.
And before anyone asks: Yes, I do still call the 'Western Bulldogs' Footscray. It doesn't matter how many updated logos or rebrandings the team goes through, it will always be FOOTSCRAY. End of story.
I must admit, when I heard that the game had been moved from Darwin, I daydreamed about an angry mob of Territorians storming the local AFL offices.
But, according to my man in Darwin, not people seem to give a toss - a few even think it is a good idea.
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