Carlton’s traditional Grand Final Eve luncheon, presented by Hyundai, was held on Friday afternoon at the spectacular Melbourne Town Hall.

Around 600 people enjoyed an afternoon filled with entertainment and football analysis.

In the room were President Mark LoGiudice, fellow directors Jeanne Pratt, Craig Mathieson and Adrian Gleeson, CEO Steven Trigg, coach Brendon Bolton and GM of Football Andrew McKay. Former players Mil Hanna, David Rhys-Jones and David Ellard were also in attendance. 


Mil Hanna with ventriloquist Darren Carr. (Photo: Carlton Media)

Master of Ceremonies Jason Richardson was joined on stage by the Herald Sun’s Chief Football Writer, Mark Robinson, three-time Brisbane Lions premiership player Simon Black and dual North Melbourne premiership player David King for the annual football panel discussion.

Entertainment was provided by comedians Vince Sorrenti and Darren Carr, while Australian music legend Ross Wilson had the room rocking with his iconic hits.