There’s something pretty special about a packed and blackened MCG, with only flickers of light across the stadium, in silence as the Last Post is played before the New Zealand and Australian anthems are played.
The navy, army and airforce were all represented in the ceremony.
It was well done again – and now we move onto the footy. Ten minutes until the first bounce.
Melbourne are looking to build momentum after finally breaking their season duck last week against Fremantle, but Richmond have not been the pushovers many expected entering this season.
The Tigers have had the Noah Balta saga to deal with during the week, but coach Adem Yze is sure to have his team at least ready to cause another upset.
The Demons should be too strong, but they have had a disappointing season to date.
