Hey everyone, just back from tonights AGM.
All players were in attendance bar 2 who were ill.
Clinton Casey then introduced the board members, talked a little about the financial report and last year's disappointing season, then about a few of the new events and deals that will occur-such as Family Day on the Sunday after the Grand Final, the deal with Bridge Road Traders Association, Motorolla's sponsorship and Channel Ten will also be working closely with the RFC this year.
One member of the board then spoke about the financial losses, explaining on field performances did let us down, but also the losses from the two clubs cost us. A lot of the losses seem to come from the No Smoking legislation that came into effect. They have changed the business structure and are hoping to improve the situation.
Some members then voiced their opinions on how financial worries could be helped.
Clinton Casey then introduced the new members of the board, and thanked Tony Jewell for his commitment and contributions to the club during his time. He then announced that Club Dr Bradshaw had left to work at Fulham Soccer Club in the UK, and they were proud and thankful for him.
Danny Frawley then said a few words, stating we performed unacceptably in 2003. He introduced the new players- all still a little skinny but should be right for the year. Some new players will be making 'cameo appearances' during the year. Then the 2003 award winners were called up to the stage. Danny said he was proud of the whole team, they are all 'knuckling down, keeping their heads over the ball' and really looking forward to improve on last season and gain more respect.
The Life Memberships were presented, to Darren Gaspar, Michael Perry and Minogue which was accepted by his grandson.
The floor was then opened to members. One asked why the financial report was not available on the internet. Clinton Casy replied that the Club's financial report was available to everyone-they just had to ring the club. The member asked again why it wasnt on the internet to hear the same reply. He eventually said it will be available on the internet shortly. Another member asked the club's position on Sydney and Brisbane's extra financial help from the AFL. Clinton stated the club thought it was unfair and are hoping to do something about within the next 3 years or so.
The meeting ending with the club song.
All players were in attendance bar 2 who were ill.
Clinton Casey then introduced the board members, talked a little about the financial report and last year's disappointing season, then about a few of the new events and deals that will occur-such as Family Day on the Sunday after the Grand Final, the deal with Bridge Road Traders Association, Motorolla's sponsorship and Channel Ten will also be working closely with the RFC this year.
One member of the board then spoke about the financial losses, explaining on field performances did let us down, but also the losses from the two clubs cost us. A lot of the losses seem to come from the No Smoking legislation that came into effect. They have changed the business structure and are hoping to improve the situation.
Some members then voiced their opinions on how financial worries could be helped.
Clinton Casey then introduced the new members of the board, and thanked Tony Jewell for his commitment and contributions to the club during his time. He then announced that Club Dr Bradshaw had left to work at Fulham Soccer Club in the UK, and they were proud and thankful for him.
Danny Frawley then said a few words, stating we performed unacceptably in 2003. He introduced the new players- all still a little skinny but should be right for the year. Some new players will be making 'cameo appearances' during the year. Then the 2003 award winners were called up to the stage. Danny said he was proud of the whole team, they are all 'knuckling down, keeping their heads over the ball' and really looking forward to improve on last season and gain more respect.
The Life Memberships were presented, to Darren Gaspar, Michael Perry and Minogue which was accepted by his grandson.
The floor was then opened to members. One asked why the financial report was not available on the internet. Clinton Casy replied that the Club's financial report was available to everyone-they just had to ring the club. The member asked again why it wasnt on the internet to hear the same reply. He eventually said it will be available on the internet shortly. Another member asked the club's position on Sydney and Brisbane's extra financial help from the AFL. Clinton stated the club thought it was unfair and are hoping to do something about within the next 3 years or so.
The meeting ending with the club song.