Parker said he was forever grateful to the Club for allowing him the opportunity to play AFL football again.
“I have made some lifelong friends at Richmond and have made many great memories during my time in the yellow and black,” he said.
“This Club and its supporters will hold a special place in my heart. ‘Dimma’ and the people at our Club always say family comes first, and living away from home has not always been easy for me.
“Now is a time that I must put my family first and return home to Perth with my partner and three children.”
Richmond General Manager- Football Talent, Blair Hartley wished Parker and his family well for the future.
“This is a decision Matthew has not made lightly, but family comes first, and we appreciate that,” he said.
“We thank him for his contribution to our Club and wish him and his family all the best.”
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1181778/parker-to-return-to-western-australia
