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Unofficial pre-home game MFC lunch

Choko
in Melbourne Demons

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Hi all,

I have read some posts suggesting that it would be a great idea that dees supporters have a place to eat at a restaurant near the MCG for MCG games.

I haven't really developed this idea fully, but..... I own a restaurant on Toorak Rd, South Yarra , which is a 20 minute walk from the MCG (or a 30 minute drive on a bad day!!!). I am happy to explore the idea that we put on a reasonably priced pre-footy lunch deal, from which $5 for each order will be donated to the footy club (with discretion to donate more, of course). Our restaurant is also a bar, and can comfortably hold 60 - I don't want to say who we are yet because it's not about plugging us.

We could trial the idea as a one-off before the Richmond game if there is interest.

I am also happy for feedback as to how this may work. So what do people think?

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    Hi all,

    I have read some posts suggesting that it would be a great idea that dees supporters have a place to eat at a restaurant near the MCG for MCG games.

    I haven't really developed this idea fully, but..... I own a restaurant on Toorak Rd, South Yarra , which is a 20 minute walk from the MCG (or a 30 minute drive on a bad day!!!). I am happy to explore the idea that we put on a reasonably priced pre-footy lunch deal, from which $5 for each order will be donated to the footy club (with discretion to donate more, of course). Our restaurant is also a bar, and can comfortably hold 60 - I don't want to say who we are yet because it's not about plugging us.

    We could trial the idea as a one-off before the Richmond game if there is interest.

    I am also happy for feedback as to how this may work. So what do people think?

    Choko,

    Great idea. I hope the club backs you.

    I would love to be there, but will be in South Africa on business, but I'm sure your offer will be taken up. Obviously your accessible to those supporters from the inner east like me and the South/South East.

    Do you do a good Parma and pot?

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    Good idea Choko. Parma & Pot sounds great Iva....

    How is public transport from there, ok? Tram stop far from your restaurant?

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    Good idea Choko. Parma & Pot sounds great Iva....

    How is public transport from there, ok? Tram stop far from your restaurant?

    Number 8 tram and South Yarra train station not too far at all.

    By the way, I am not suggesting that this would be done through the MFC. I have tried speaking directly to the MFC about this and other ideas, and it is abundantly clear to me that I can help the club more by doing this without waiting for them to work out what they want to do. This would be unofficial.

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    Number 8 tram and South Yarra train station not too far at all.

    By the way, I am not suggesting that this would be done through the MFC. I have tried speaking directly to the MFC about this and other ideas, and it is abundantly clear to me that I can help the club more by doing this without waiting for them to work out what they want to do. This would be unofficial.

    Choko,

    Understand your intitiative is "unofficial" but it would cost the club nothing to support it, even in an "unofficial" capacity.

    Supporters who are willing to do such things should be recognised, even in a small way.

    The potential benefits for the club far outweigh any negatives.

    Good luck with it anyway mate.

    Cheers

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    I am also happy for feedback as to how this may work. So what do people think?

    Sounds good to me Choko...I'm in

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    Sounds good to me Choko...I'm in

    Fantastic Idea Choko. What about Dinner aftwer the game so we may relax a little longer (and spend more money!!)-Just an idea

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    Understand your intitiative is "unofficial" but it would cost the club nothing to support it, even in an "unofficial" capacity.

    Supporters who are willing to do such things should be recognised, even in a small way.

    It sounds like he's already contacted the Club, and hasn't managed to get anywhere.

    That said, the Club seemed receptive to 45hotgood's Birthday Celebrations - perhaps he could point Choko in the right direction with regards who to speak to.

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    great work mate

    maybe the club could just be a little ad up (its probably too late now) but this could really turn into something

    i can see me and my mates doing this before every game

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    Hi all,

    I have read some posts suggesting that it would be a great idea that dees supporters have a place to eat at a restaurant near the MCG for MCG games.

    I haven't really developed this idea fully, but..... I own a restaurant on Toorak Rd, South Yarra , which is a 20 minute walk from the MCG (or a 30 minute drive on a bad day!!!). I am happy to explore the idea that we put on a reasonably priced pre-footy lunch deal, from which $5 for each order will be donated to the footy club (with discretion to donate more, of course). Our restaurant is also a bar, and can comfortably hold 60 - I don't want to say who we are yet because it's not about plugging us.

    We could trial the idea as a one-off before the Richmond game if there is interest.

    I am also happy for feedback as to how this may work. So what do people think?

    What would the cost for food and drinks be roughly, and what sought of menu would you put together might be interested in this.

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    Great work Choko!

    I'm in, fantastic initiative

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    Great work Choko!

    I'm in, fantastic initiative

    Ok, thanks for your thoughts everyone.

    Great suggestions re the club being involved. I had a chat now with Greg Romanes (Fundraising), and he is extremely helpful on this.

    He is currently liaising with Chris Connolly, and we will be getting either an injured player or a club rep to come and speak at the pre-match function. Greg will contact me to confirm who is available, and I will let you know. The club is open to a trial run in the pre-match before the Richmond game, so we would need to move quickly.

    So, for the plan, maybe before I go posting details, an op should email me or arrange a call with me to make sure they are comfortable with me pursuing this on this forum...?

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    Great suggestions re the club being involved. I had a chat now with Greg Romanes (Fundraising), and he is extremely helpful on this.

    He is currently liaising with Chris Connolly, and we will be getting either an injured player or a club rep to come and speak at the pre-match function. Greg will contact me to confirm who is available, and I will let you know. The club is open to a trial run in the pre-match before the Richmond game, so we would need to move quickly.

    So, for the plan, maybe before I go posting details, an op should email me or arrange a call with me to make sure they are comfortable with me pursuing this on this forum...?

    This is good news.

    Well done again.

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    Great suggestions re the club being involved. I had a chat now with Greg Romanes (Fundraising), and he is extremely helpful on this.

    He is currently liaising with Chris Connolly, and we will be getting either an injured player or a club rep to come and speak at the pre-match function. Greg will contact me to confirm who is available, and I will let you know. The club is open to a trial run in the pre-match before the Richmond game, so we would need to move quickly.

    Good luck with it!

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