Breaking news: HBG takeover

Bus 2 Terrigal said:
It would seem like something worth getting the owners to sign off on before proceeding.

Given the club’s historical sensitivities, it was pretty stupid for O’Farrell and co to rubber stamp this fashion faux pas.

I mean what did they think was going to happen 🤷‍♂️
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While i agree with you, there are two on the board so they would have had visibility and its supposed to be independant anyway. We can't move quick if things are decided through multiple committees. What other organisations work like that? None.

I honestly think a black would look good too. Like the Broncos. I reckon richo would have had plans at some point in the year to do it. The bronocs was brought out for mental health round.

Why didnt the HBG guys raise this with the board like adults? They have probably secretly keeping notes to make their power grab. They've done it 3 times now, twice on hbg board. Now WT. Its a immature and childish way?fo operate
 
Charred said:
HBG board meeting:

“Ok guys so onto our beloved WESTS [Tigers] NRL team. So that new CEO dude has managed to get that to return a profit for the first time in over a decade, he’s also managed to get the government to provide funding for 2 of the home grounds. He’s also got one of our most talented rosters we’ve had in forever and everything seems to be moving in the right direction with a good chance of finals footy”

“Objection, what’s this “finals footy” you speak of”

“Not too sure but I think it’s what all the good teams do after Round 27. Anyway all seems to be looking quite good there, memberships way up etc. so guess there isn’t really much more to say”

“Hey I heard they just released new jerseys, what do they look like?”

“Oh yeah let me just get them up… give me a sec, ah wallah”.
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Dennis Burgess -
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“That looks too much like that other club we merged with, SACK ALL THE INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS”

[PS this is satirical].
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I think it's true. 🤣

(PS. nothing would surprise me with this mob of clowns. 🤡)
 
Bus 2 Terrigal said:
It would seem like something worth getting the owners to sign off on before proceeding.

Given the club’s historical sensitivities, it was pretty stupid for O’Farrell and co to rubber stamp this fashion faux pas.

I mean what did they think was going to happen 🤷‍♂️
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Dennis sits on the board of Wests Tigers, does he not? He and Leo would have been very much informed. Nevertheless, childish behavior from perennial losers who can't keep their egos in check and want to be the star of the show
 
happy_tiger said:
The keys hitting the table with his resignation will be the only thing your likely to hear
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Totally agree would be shocked if Richo sticks it out now, why would he no stability and constant fighting. Luai was smart with the clauses and will probably go to the Bears now. I think Benji will see out the next two years but then move on to the media again. Dark times indeed luckily I live in NZ and have the warriors to support.
 
I see that Shannon Cavanagh was very supportive of the appointment of Dan Paton and was challenging Andy Raymond on social media last night when he said he felt sorry for the fans of the club and that it was imploding..

"Hardly imploding. The new regime at Wests are continuing with governance improvements. Applaud them, or at least educate yourself."

"Andy Raymond Should we bring back Rick Wayde, Nick DiGirolamo and Benny Elias? 🤣🤣 You don’t have a clue, Andy. Wests are on the way back. The people responsible for the horrors of the past have gone. NEVER EVER let them back!!!"
I think this is much bigger than being a Denny Burgess problem.Wests are flexing their muscle and you are either with them or your not.
 
supercoach said:
As others have said, us forum contributors represent about 0.5 percent of people who go to games, buy merchandise and memberships. The other 99.5% would see another one page spread on the WestsTigers dysfunctional board and not get beyond the headline. They basically would not care.

Of course the main problem is they hold the license for the franchise and they are accountable to nobody as they basically can’t be voted out of job. Yes they contribute a lot of money to the club, but so does the cooperate sector through the hard work of Richo and people like Barry O’Barrel.

My general interest in the NRL is on a steady decline after decades of fanaticism and this will sink it lower
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Never a truer word said

Twice at games chatting to other supporters who have reminded me of someone on here and Ive asked "are you on the forum"?

"Forum"??????
 
Bus 2 Terrigal said:
Independent Board, not the owners.
If the Independent Board wants absolute autonomy, they can make the owners a financial offer 🤷‍♂️
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Independence is independence. We either areor were not, if we're independant then we should be able to make decisions for ourselves based on our best interests, that's what corporate law requires, that a boardroom make decisions in the best interest of the party who's board they're on. Not any other entity. Besides we're dealing with a mob who know we're called the Tigers yet are upset the jersey is orange. Cause there's heaps of black Tigers running around. Absolute muppets. Fingers crossed the N.R.L threaten to deregister their licence till they sell up. I'd go 2 years without N.R.L to be rid of H.B.G finally. Nothing but a cancer to us.
 
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Bus 2 Terrigal said:
It would seem like something worth getting the owners to sign off on before proceeding.

Given the club’s historical sensitivities, it was pretty stupid for O’Farrell and co to rubber stamp this fashion faux pas.

I mean what did they think was going to happen 🤷‍♂️
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Sounds like Dennis was asleep at that meeting....or wasnt even there...I mean being the HBG rep on the WTs board, youd think thats his job ???

Its been suggested its a HBG furphy...I mean who would publicly admit to something like this, the insecurity, the paranoia, the pettiness, the childishness ...makes them look very very amateur and juvenile
 
pacey said:
We need to complain to the NRL so they are aware of our distaste.

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Type of Enquiry > Compliant
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Title > Wests Tigers Ownership
Body > This can be generated from ChatGPT by using the below prompt.

Prompt:

Draft a formal request to the NRL asking them to review the Holman Barnes Group’s licence following their removal of the newly appointed independent Wests Tigers board. Emphasise that the decision appears self interested, conflicts with good governance standards, and does not reflect the best interests of the Wests Tigers, the NRL, its fans, or the long term stability of the club. The tone should be firm, factual, and centred on governance integrity and stakeholder impact.
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Done. Told them there's fans, loads of fans out the Southwest corridor that'll start tuning into other sports cause theyre sick of the drama and they're team being used as nothing other than someone's plaything just making up the numbers, while the N.R.L sit for years allowing it to happen with a thumb up their rear. Told them at least try to do something and if nothing works the N.R.L should step in and take charge of the club till another suitable owner can be found.
 
The prospects are for today to be an interesting day for WT. I’ll be shocked if we don’t hear from Richo regarding his future at WT. I’ll be surprised if he goes and hope like hell he doesn’t but who knows. Benji will stay I’m pretty sure.
The real question for me is whether HBG offers WT fans any reason to be optimistic about the future. Surely they realise they’ve lobbed a massive hand grenade right in the middle of the club and can’t just remain silent leaving fans to wonder what the hell will happen to their club.
 
Im not across the ins and outs of HBG so I cant really comment. One thing i know is (and this isnt supporting them by any means), but if I had 90% ownership of the club then you better well believe i have control. So I cant blame them for wanting control.
 
GNR4LIFE said:
I mean, apparently Danny Burgess is my guy. Because if there’s anything I’m known for, being as outspoken and contrarian as I am, it’s licking Danny Burgess’ boots.
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Man don’t make it about you ! And on serious note , about the contrarian thing , do you not ask yourself at times why you think the things you do ? I do . All the time . I have ADHD and my brain is always scattered . I always have to consciously think things and keep it clutter free , because if I do have the shits , then last night happens . And every thought I have comes out . And I find myself cursing my brain all the time. it’s simply an observation about you . Not meant in an antagonistic way . If I’m wrong , I’m wrong . That’s fine . But I have a house full of neurodivergent people , and I know the things you post have a through line .… anyways . You do you bro ! But I wasn’t being a dickhead when I said that.
 
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