PREMIER Richmond admits it is a "little surprised" its headquarters at Punt Road was overlooked in the Victorian government's plans to upgrade key facilities across the state.

Among the big winners from the sports package announced by Victorian premier Daniel Andrews were Carlton through the investment of Ikon Park, the Western Bulldogs (Whitten Oval), St Kilda (RSEA Park) and Melbourne (Casey Fields).

Tigers CEO Brendon Gale said the Tigers had pitched extensively to the government to be included in the facility revamp project.

The news came as Richmond became the first AFL club to surpass 90,000 members.

"None (no benefits) forthcoming, so far which we're a little surprised with to be honest," Gale said at Punt Road on Friday.

"I think 90,000 members might be a little surprised as well given that what a genuine community hub this is.

"I don't want to rain on the parade of the announcement, I think the government have made a significant investment in our code and it gives us great confidence and the AFL have done a great job.

"But, from our point of view, we're a little surprised."

Clubs that missed out still have a chance to lobby the state's politicians though, with the Victorian state election slated for later this year it’s expected political parties will have more cash to splash to win over votes. 

Gale said the Tigers, who will be granted an AFLW licence in two seasons time, would continue to put their case forward to the government that the Swinburne Centre deserves funding.

"If we want to continue to be an elite sporting environment for men and women and keep pace with our competitors all over the country we need to invest in this facility," Gale said.