HBG, Independent Directors Sacked

bigsiro said:
But @tig_prmz had a valid question, which I still can't find an answer for.

HBG would be well aware of their duties as directors, most notably their primary obligation to act in the best interests of the organisation. As such, there would have to be valid explanations for their decisions.

I am as angry as everyone here. What is happening is a full on disgrace.
And there is no telling how Benji or the playing group will react. They are a close-knit and loyal bunch.

I would like to know what the reasons or motives were behind HBG's decisions. If there are two sides to every story, HBG better come out and be transparent about theirs, and quick. And they better be in the best interests of this merged football club.
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Sometimes the most obvious answer, is the correct answer.

They did not like not being in control of the club so they took back the power. They smeared Richo on the way out with a strategic leak to make their position stronger. They know they can act with impunity and they couldn't care less what fans think.
 
tig_prmz said:
Not having a go at you but I wanna discuss these points further.

1. You said they are doing it for their own ego/ self worth. Usually I find that money is the biggest motivator, not ego. HBG profits 50x more than WT so I fail to see a financial motive. In terms of ego, I have a second point.
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There becomes a point where money is irrelevant. None of these guys need cash. It is about power and control, simple as that.
 
Betterdays22 said:
Sometimes the most obvious answer, is the correct answer.

They did not like not being in control of the club so they took back the power. They smeared Richo on the way out with a strategic leak to make their position stronger. They know they can act with impunity and they couldn't care less what fans think.
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They’re not that bright because a bad football team with no fans is worth two fifths of f$&k all
 
gregjm87 said:
Yeah even then, if HBG are paying their bills I still expect nothing from the NRL.

I think where change could/needs to be made is at board level of HBG. It's seems the current HBG is the problem. But those board members aren't the actual owners, they are elected/appointed to the board. Empty stadiums/loss of sponsorship etc might see members to vote for change on the HBG board. Then we can only hope their replacements have an idea.
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But that's the issue, isn't it? They're not elected, they hold debentures. How does that get changed?
 
liltiger said:
I'm assuming they would as the article stated yesterday Vlandys was considering appointing an N.R.L administrator, if there were no grounds he wouldn't be able to consider it, I believe there were also breaches by HBG with the way the directors were stood down according to an article posted a few days ago, though I think the only ones who could pursue that would be the directors themselves in the courts which would be costly for a voluntary position which they prob wouldn't do. Who cares though, HBG do whatever they want when they want with their play thing, why bother with the rules. Do whatever needs to be done to get it done.
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It seemed like a verybthorough article i think from The Australian by someone who seemed to know whatnhe was talking about...citing clubs sct clauses one of which appeared to state HBG needes NRL approval to dismiss independent board members.

I think thats what it inferred ...i asked the question and @Lestronge agreed with me...but we dont know if they got the reqd.apprival or not
 
BZN said:
I'm surprised you of all people, a health care worker in the mental health area, didn't step in and try to calm the heat being generated.
I assume you know that the anger being displayed is not good for a person's health.
I assume you know aggression and hate don't get any of us anywhere.
I assume you know that the control of aggression has to be an ongoing learning process for a lot of people.
I also assume that you know aggression doesn't work to bring about a peaceful and happy resolution that lasts.
And last, I assume you know it's gentle honest diplomacy that works best.
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Take your dribble back under your bridge.
 
Betterdays22 said:
Sometimes the most obvious answer, is the correct answer.

They did not like not being in control of the club so they took back the power. They smeared Richo on the way out with a strategic leak to make their position stronger. They know they can act with impunity and they couldn't care less what fans think.
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The reasons you gave are of their supposed vested personal interest, not their interest in the club.
I'm trying to do what Ted Lasso said; be curious, not judgmental.

I can't jump to the only conclusion that they're some sort of maniacal, sadistic group of people with an interest only in power. Surely their decision making must be rooted in a shared mission to drive success.
Surely.
No?
 
This whole saga can now either destroy the club for another decade or maybe for ever, or something good could rise from the ashes. Very hard to be optimistic and while HBG are making the decisions and the chances of this club having any success is zero.

The NRL’s intervention is our only chance, but that may be a legal minefield they may want to keep clear of
 
Bus 2 Terrigal said:
Mate, you do

“It’s written all over his avatar”
You do realise your conversing with a bloke who uses a Balmain fridge magnet for an avatar.
Too funny - oh the hypocrisy 🤣🤣🤣
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I just like the retro emblem - I had that card when I was a kid. What's your problem?

I don't come on here whinging about not enough tigers on the sleeve or what have you. You're a disgrace.
 
BZN said:
I'm surprised you of all people, a health care worker in the mental health area, didn't step in and try to calm the heat being generated.
I assume you know that the anger being displayed is not good for a person's health.
I assume you know aggression and hate don't get any of us anywhere.
I assume you know that the control of aggression has to be an ongoing learning process for a lot of people.
I also assume that you know aggression doesn't work to bring about a peaceful and happy resolution that lasts.
And last, I assume you know it's gentle honest diplomacy that works best.
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Mate read the room and do yourself and everyone else a favour and just find your people somewhere else.
 
BZN said:
To make an all-encompassing statement like "pathetic human, along with the rest of the people supporting him" I have to assume you know them all personally.
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Have no need. The man is a coward and if his Instagram is anything to go by, a perv too. Has destroyed the club and has not fronted the media once. He doesn't measure up against blokes like Shane and Barry and has to knife from the shadows.

Weak and pathetic is what he is.
 
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FacePalm said:
All of you who are out! At least hang on until Saturday

Don't penalise the football club. Don't bombard them with your emails. They have no control over this, and Wests Ashfield won't receive any of it.

The enemy live here:
Address: 115 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield NSW 2131
Phone: (02) 8752 2000
info@holmanbarnesgroup.com.au

holmanbarnesgroup.com.au

Holman Barnes Group - Holman Barnes Group

Wests Ashfield, Croydon Sports and Markets Club provide a wide variety of entertainment facilities, including function rooms and state-of-the-art dining options.
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Head to the march this weekend! Grab anyone you know to go with you. The Wests Tigers need you more than ever now, and numbers are required.
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I'm not giving them my phone number, though. Maybe a registered post letter, so it c an be proven it was received. I don't know. I'm so sad 😞
 
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