Whatever the case may be with the Canberra-Giants partnership, I think something positive for footy in Canberra is being worked through as we speak, particularly after seeing the attendees to last Sunday's game at Manuka.
Exciting times.
As a Canberra based GWS member, I would be shocked if the ACT funded an extra H&A away game given the ACT Brumbies (Rugby Union) are so close to folding in what is a very sensitive issue for the ACT Government (linked to the lack of a new Rugby stadium).
I'm sure the GWS board have discussed maximising revenue in diverting their poorest attended 1-2 games annually for a 4th ACT game, but assume that the opportunity costs is too great (criticism, undermining their NSW presence/expansion and financial costs of accom/transport to Canberra). I guess in the scheme of things that there isn't much difference between 8k against the gold coast at Engie v 10k at Manuka.
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