Fresh off "The Australian" website.
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/afl/demons-to-go-cap-in-hand-to-afl/story-fnca0u4y-1226658960359
If you did not think we were in danger of becoming extinct, maybe this article will help you wake up and smell the coffee.
My solution:
1. Get rid of Neeld now. The cost of doing this now will be far less than the cost of not doing this.
2. Replace the board with Jeff Kennetts ticket.* (Assumes JK ticket of quality Melbourne Members and endorsed by PJ and AFL)
Outside of this happening, I fear the worst.