Christmas has come early for the Bombers, with the club reaching the 50,000 member milestone in record time prior to Christmas.

Currently 50,411 members have chosen to Don The Sash for the 2019 season, equating to over 2,000 more than the same time last year.

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As a thank-you to all of the Bombers’ loyal supporters, Sol Republic is offering 40 per cent off all products until Monday 10 December.

Bombers supporters have the chance to redeem this exciting offer until Monday 10 December.

Essendon CEO Xavier Campbell thanked the club’s members for their incredible support.

“To reach this record-breaking number before Christmas is a significant achievement for our club and we appreciate the ongoing support from our members," Campbell said.

“This is an exciting milestone for the Club as we are on track to once again break our membership record for the second consecutive year.

“It is a great gesture from a valued partner in Sol Republic to reward our loyal supporters, and just in time for the holiday season.”

Some interesting facts about our 50,411 members:

  • 145 people have been members since the '50s
  • 273 members have been with the club for more than 50 years
  • Over 9,750 junior members
  • Over 2,500 family members who will have access to Legoland and Sealife Aquarium
  • Higher than our final tally for 2012
  • Average of 793 memberships purchased per day since going on-sale