Have been to all but two of our Ballarat games. Caught the train twice and on those days, got on the beers and had a counter meal in town. The other times though, it has been an in and out mission. Not to disagree, just to highlight that my experience has been a bit of both.Do you really think people just come straight to the ground and immediately leave?
Hosting an AFL game brings millions of out of town revenue into Ballarat through footy fans visiting cafes, restaurants and shops across the game day weekend. Why else would the local council spend 6 figures a year on the partnership?
I'd prefer to get the train up in future FWIW. And next opportunity tie it in with a weekend away, maybe stay at Clunes.