Throughout 2026, Essendon has been celebrating its milestone members by granting unique access to events at the Club.

As part of an ongoing series for the wider Member Rewards program, all members in their 25th year of membership are invited to the NEC Hangar on four separate occasions throughout the year for an open, wide-ranging Q&A panel with a mix of players, Board members and key football staff.

Both young and experienced Bombers open up about life at the Club, providing locker room insights and spending time getting to know the different members in attendance over canapes and refreshments.

Nic Martin, Dyson Sharp, CEO Tim Roberts, Archer Day-Wicks, Jaxon Prior, Archer Day-Wicks and Ted Richards are just some of the names who've featured at the events this year.

In addition, the Bombers also hosted an online Zoom call for its 35, 45 and 55-year members this week with Matt Rosa and Michael Hurley.

The GM of List and Recruiting and the Assistant Coach answered questions from longtime Dons fans and gave a look into how the Club is tracking entering the player movement period and the conclusion of the AFL campaign.

With a mix of in-person and online events, Essendon keep looking to incorporate and celebrate its members by bringing them closer to the Club.

Essendon's clash against Port Adelaide on Sunday plays host to our Member Thank You Round, where we'll celebrate the outstanding and continued support of our fans throughout the 2026 season.