HBG, Independent Directors Sacked

[wstigers11]

I think Darcys gone.off a bit half cocked here ....

16 reactions · 8 comments | You won’t believe this - Holman Barnes Group Board, controllers of Wests Tigers, are charging children $75 for a single game ticket at Wests Tigers games in 2026. Tickets have been released for the 2026 season with the on

You won’t believe this - Holman Barnes Group Board, controllers of Wests Tigers, are charging children $75 for a single game ticket at Wests Tigers games in 2026. Tickets have been released for the...

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Tigers admin commented :

“Hi Darcy!

Just to avoid any confusion, the prices currently displayed on Ticketek for our 2026 NRL home games are for our One Game Memberships.

By becoming a Member, in addition to seeing the Tigers run out at the 8th Wonder, you get a heap of other great benefits including discounts on merchandise and tickets, and to Member-only events plus plenty of other great perks!

Ticket pricing at Leichhardt Oval remains the same from the 2025 to 2026 NRL seasons, with children’s tickets starting at $27.

Tickets to Wests Tigers NRL home games (Rounds 2-8) will go on sale to the general public on Friday, 13 February.”

 

[Vicious]

But you were so instant that he was a crook? That we would all find out how bad he was? You don't get to make these claims then say "so everybody has moved on and now focused on the future, not the past."

So do you admit you were wrong and Richo wasn't a crook and did nothing wrong?

He done nothing wrong and we paid him 1.5 million to leave for no reason whatsoever.
Surely you are not that naive.

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

Richo’s son’s company was doing it no? Man it sucks because they were doing a good job. Socials & digital team are great

Nah we don't really know what Enrichd was engaged to do. The club has its own internal Media, Communications & Digital Content team.

I have worked previously at an AFL club and these internal teams can number anything from 6 to 10+ staff - media liaisons, videographer/photographers, content producers/editors, content writers, social media, overall director/manager etc.

 

[wstigers11]

Nah we don't really know what Enrichd was engaged to do. The club has its own internal Media, Communications & Digital Content team.

I have worked previously at an AFL club and these internal teams can number anything from 6 to 10+ staff - media liaisons, videographer/photographers, content producers/editors, content writers, social media, overall director/manager etc.

Got ya. So it’s whoever is in Communications specifically that’s dropping the ball you’d think.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Most people’s argument is they do not want the owners interfering with the rugby league department decisions.
If Arthur Laundy or anyone else bought the club, they would be having more than their fair share of say in any rugby league department decision making, that’s for sure and certain.

I doubt they will change nine radio e.g. 2gb 3aw 2pr much - they will still keep same presenters and are still using nine newsroom and journalists.
Don't believe Laundy would interfere too much if he bought tigers.
would be great if it happend

 

[Telltails]

He done nothing wrong and we paid him 1.5 million to leave for no reason whatsoever.
Surely you are not that naive.

You can't be serious - you think he the first person that has been paid out by this club one year into a contract?

 

[WestsEffTheRest]

He done nothing wrong and we paid him 1.5 million to leave for no reason whatsoever.
Surely you are not that naive.

He was paid out because there was a clause in his contract he was free to leave should HBG revert to the old structure.

 

[Vicious]

You can't be serious - you think he the first person that has been paid out by this club one year into a contract?

No and the every other NRL club has also paid out players and staff one year into multi year contracts.

 

[innsaneink]

Tigers admin commented :

“Hi Darcy!

Just to avoid any confusion, the prices currently displayed on Ticketek for our 2026 NRL home games are for our One Game Memberships.

By becoming a Member, in addition to seeing the Tigers run out at the 8th Wonder, you get a heap of other great benefits including discounts on merchandise and tickets, and to Member-only events plus plenty of other great perks!

Ticket pricing at Leichhardt Oval remains the same from the 2025 to 2026 NRL seasons, with children’s tickets starting at $27.

Tickets to Wests Tigers NRL home games (Rounds 2-8) will go on sale to the general public on Friday, 13 February.”

Yep....thought he was wrong
Looks a bit of a goose now

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

Got ya. So it’s whoever is in Communications specifically that’s dropping the ball you’d think.

From the outside looking in, yes.

It really is no excuse not to have provided more detailed content over the pre-season to members including pathways. From what I have perused, most clubs have delivered better content over the pre-season (excluding social media reels).

However maybe more staff are transitioning in and laying plans & strategies for this and we're just going to blown away by it very soon, we can only hope. Mielekamp is highly regarded for his member & fan engagement and comms are very important to this so SURELY it is high on his agenda.

 

[Vicious]

He was paid out because there was a clause in his contract he was free to leave should HBG revert to the old structure.

I’m aware of that.
He is no longer at the club and nobody other then a few disgruntled fans care that he is gone.

 

[WestsEffTheRest]

I’m aware of that.
He is no longer at the club and nobody other then a few disgruntled fans care that he is gone.

Lol it's more then "a few disgruntled fans"

 

[mtd#2]

He done nothing wrong and we paid him 1.5 million to leave for no reason whatsoever.
Surely you are not that naive.

You leave out parts of the story that dont suit your narrative. He left because his contract stipulated that there must be an independent board...

So tell me where exactly I am being naive?

 

[mtd#2]

A link to an interview with Luai where he says he had to go & speak to HBG due to all the turmoil they caused creating an unstable environment affecting the playing group.

Benji Marshalls press conference where he also admits that the HBG disrupted the playing group & caused unrest amongst it.

Now tell me how the players are happier with Shaun as CEO when the coach & captain have admitted otherwise?

I look forward to the hogwash spin he puts on this one.

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

I’m aware of that.
He is no longer at the club and nobody other then a few disgruntled fans care that he is gone.

I'm surprised some journos haven't followed up with the NRL on the outcome into its investigation into the whistleblower claims. Richo's credibility is on the line. Won't his next employer want to know the outcome?

 

[batboy]

Lol it's more then "a few disgruntled fans"

You leave out parts of the story that dont suit your narrative. He left because his contract stipulated that there must be an independent board...

So tell me where exactly I am being naive?

The Blinkers are strong with this one...
Very Strong....

 

[Telltails]

No and the every other NRL club has also paid out players and staff one year into multi year contracts.

Your suggesting he did something wrong to force that. He made it clear that he would only work with an independent board - did he not?
So how do you get rid of a bloke who most think had a successful year - bet you thought that too at seasons end - make it impossible for him to continue by destroying the conditions of his employment.

 

[tigertragic]

As I said get someone to ask them rather than making assumptions.

You’re the one that started the ‘assumption’ on the impact on players. Your knowledge of the players feelings is …….

“I think if you went and asked the playing group if they care or are upset about our former CEO resigning of a couple of board members being removed, you would be very surprised with their answers.”

 

[batboy]

I think this guys a flop.. but he makes a good point. Could it be HBG trying to keep people away from Leichardt so that it helps their case to move away down the track?View attachment 33382

Gotta make money - A sold out Leichhardt, And we barely make a buck.
Sold out Cambo we'd do better, But it doesn't sell out as often (Last year was soo good though)

It is what it is,
Everyone wants us to play at a Boutique ground - Everyone wants it to be Free.
If Darcy wants us to drop the Prices, Get his mob to front with the running costs.

Not sure if it's still the case,
In the old days we used to have to pay for Security, Traffic Control, the mobile Big Screen on game day. The Club even paid for repairs to the Carpark and the Footpath around to the pool on the other side of the road. (For some reason god only knows)

 

[mtd#2]

You’re the one that started the ‘assumption’ on the impact on players. Your knowledge of the players feelings is …….

“I think if you went and asked the playing group if they care or are upset about our former CEO resigning of a couple of board members being removed, you would be very surprised with their answers.”

Odds are $1.01 that he hasnt spoken multiple players himself