Fair enough. But in my opinion, keeping approximately 100 people...

Fair enough. But in my opinion, keeping approximately 100 people (holders or non-holders) entertained out of 9000+ holders, in a major city such as Melbourne, by way of an expensive national Jolly, doesn't seem financially productive to me - Flights, accommodation, living expenses, venue costs etc. Not to mention the cost of time away from day to day workings.

Let's see if everyone agrees that this is a worthwhile national trip when they get to Adelaide where 4 holders and 'Ole mate and his extended family turn up for the free piss.