threenewpadlocks
Brownlow Medallist
They changed a bit when AFL took ownership. They also had existing contracts and maintenance of contracts with suppliers, operations staff etc. and the like. All news reports suggested that clubs would lose a bit less money with small crowds but the change wouldn't be significant, nor would the breakeven point reduce significantly.Also the arrangements at Docklands have changed significantly since the time periods mentioned.
These arguments were once relevant, they are no longer, so yes I will complain when the facts presented are so far out of date