The True Cost of Devotion: When Passion Trumps Pragmatism Fremantle's devoted followers have been flocking to Melbourne for the historic grand final, willing to go to great lengths to support their team.
While enthusiasm is understandable, it's equally important to examine the financial toll this pilgrimage takes on them.
Return fares from Perth to Melbourne can cost as much as $3000, prompting some fans to resort to creative solutions like chartering planes or driving across the Nullarbor in their own vehicles.