Richmond Football Club will hold its first board election for six years next month, and President Peggy O’Neal has encouraged members to vote in the 2015 ballot.

“It is important that members have their say, because ultimately it is their Club, and this is a democratic process,” O’Neal said.

“I think that we have learned - and often learned the hard way - that stability and unity is critical to success on and off the field. There is no doubt that has had a positive impact on this Club in recent years.

“Successful football teams are underpinned by well governed and administered football clubs, and we have made enormous progress in the past five years. Change for the sake of change is never the answer.

“The incumbents running for re-election have been valuable board members during that period of time.

Richmond Football Club board election notice

“The Richmond Football Club has made measured, prudent decisions, and we need to keep steering that course to further strengthen this Club and bring the ultimate prize back to Punt Road.”

Richmond announced its 11^th consecutive profit earlier this week, and now has significant cash reserves, after having more than $4.5 million in debt five years ago.

These results have been built on significantly improved football performance, record sponsorship, record membership, and record coterie and corporate support. On top of this, the Club has attracted huge crowds and television audiences.

“This Club is healthy and strong off the field, and we are convinced that on-field we are still moving in the right direction,” O’Neal said.

Details of the election have been distributed to members, and we urge everyone to exercise their right to vote.