innsaneink
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Julie Romero
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https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/s...h/news-story/e85bbbc12275c4157590d797a70965ed
The owners of the Wests Tigers are embroiled in a fresh controversy with former Holman Barnes Group chair Julie Romero becoming the latest board member to be handed a long-term suspension.
Romero – spent 13 months as chair of the Holman Barnes Group before she was deposed as chair in April.
However, her time on the board of the Holman Barnes Group came to an end last month. Romero has been banned for eight years.
“Following a comprehensive and independent investigation, we can confirm Julie Romero was officially excluded from membership of the Holman Barnes Group on September 30 following a serious breach of confidentiality,” a Holman Barnes statement read. “We are grateful for Julie’s contribution to Holman Barnes Group and wish her well.
“In the interest of all parties, we will not be making any further comment.”
Romero was contacted for comment.
Romero’s banning comes as the messy split within the ranks of the Holman Barnes Group continues.
Romero was chair of Holman Barnes when they suspended three directors earlier this year. Those directors Rick Wayde, Tony Andreacchio and David Gilbert were sensationally banned on New Year’s Eve.
Wayde has led legal action against his dismissal with the court case ongoing. It is due to be heard again in December.
Wayde was banned for eight years and Andreacchio (six).
Gilbert received a six-month suspension. His ban expired in April but said he had no interest in re-applying for his membership.
Gilbert was told he must front the board and show significant remorse for his actions in order to re-apply. The former Australian cricketer said there was no chance of that occurring.
“I’ve shown no interest in re-joining the club whilst the current regime is in charge,” Gilbert said. “It was a shame when it happened and it’s a shame 12 months later. Hopefully sanity will prevail and we will get some proper governance going at the joint.
“What happened to me was nothing short of scandalous. I was basically ousted because of my friendship and connections to Tony and Rick. What happened to the two of them was disgraceful.
“What I have heard has happened to Julie vindicates the madness in that place.
“It would have to be a complete change in the running of the club to ever reconsider.
“I find it very sad. It shouldn’t be like this. It’s all about power I just think some very good people in Rick and Tony have been victimised .
“It’s a great club but at the moment it’s held up for ridicule.”
It is unclear Romero will follow Wayde and Andreacchio in pursuing legal options.
Long-term board member Dennis Burgess became chairman in April after Romero replaced Andreacchio in the position in March last year.
Julie Romero banned from Wests Tigers owners Holman Barnes Group over confidentiality breach
Another board room bombshell has hit the owners of the Wests Tigers, with former Holman Barnes chair Julie Romero suspended for eight years just months after she helped ban three fellow directors.The owners of the Wests Tigers are embroiled in a fresh controversy with former Holman Barnes Group chair Julie Romero becoming the latest board member to be handed a long-term suspension.
Romero – spent 13 months as chair of the Holman Barnes Group before she was deposed as chair in April.
However, her time on the board of the Holman Barnes Group came to an end last month. Romero has been banned for eight years.
“Following a comprehensive and independent investigation, we can confirm Julie Romero was officially excluded from membership of the Holman Barnes Group on September 30 following a serious breach of confidentiality,” a Holman Barnes statement read. “We are grateful for Julie’s contribution to Holman Barnes Group and wish her well.
“In the interest of all parties, we will not be making any further comment.”
Romero was contacted for comment.
Romero’s banning comes as the messy split within the ranks of the Holman Barnes Group continues.
Romero was chair of Holman Barnes when they suspended three directors earlier this year. Those directors Rick Wayde, Tony Andreacchio and David Gilbert were sensationally banned on New Year’s Eve.
Wayde has led legal action against his dismissal with the court case ongoing. It is due to be heard again in December.
Wayde was banned for eight years and Andreacchio (six).
Gilbert received a six-month suspension. His ban expired in April but said he had no interest in re-applying for his membership.
Gilbert was told he must front the board and show significant remorse for his actions in order to re-apply. The former Australian cricketer said there was no chance of that occurring.
“I’ve shown no interest in re-joining the club whilst the current regime is in charge,” Gilbert said. “It was a shame when it happened and it’s a shame 12 months later. Hopefully sanity will prevail and we will get some proper governance going at the joint.
“What happened to me was nothing short of scandalous. I was basically ousted because of my friendship and connections to Tony and Rick. What happened to the two of them was disgraceful.
“What I have heard has happened to Julie vindicates the madness in that place.
“It would have to be a complete change in the running of the club to ever reconsider.
“I find it very sad. It shouldn’t be like this. It’s all about power I just think some very good people in Rick and Tony have been victimised .
“It’s a great club but at the moment it’s held up for ridicule.”
It is unclear Romero will follow Wayde and Andreacchio in pursuing legal options.
Long-term board member Dennis Burgess became chairman in April after Romero replaced Andreacchio in the position in March last year.
innsaneink
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One clown remains
balmain boy
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And this is why Wests Tigers need to be completely removed from HBG, they're unfit to run a business
If we can get rid of Burgess that would be great progress.
Everyone every single board member of HBG is an embarrassment.
Talk of them wanting to receive compensation from Wests Tigers is as absurd as it is insulting given the mud they've dragged us through.
If we can get rid of Burgess that would be great progress.
Everyone every single board member of HBG is an embarrassment.
Talk of them wanting to receive compensation from Wests Tigers is as absurd as it is insulting given the mud they've dragged us through.
TheEnz
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Interesting thing is that none of this would make the news if they did not also own a rugby League club.
vlad
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The debenture system puts the best people in charge of the club ( allegedly )
Batmans Parents
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I’ll bake a cake the day that cancerous worm, Burgess, has nothing to do with our club.
GNR4LIFE
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Some might say a better punishment would be to give her an annual season pass to every game.
This is such an unprofessional organisation. It's a system to protect a select few that are all about self interest and school yard politics.
God help us if this interferes with Richardsons commitment. He may not have all the answers but he is the closest we have got to someone who has some credibility.
God help us if this interferes with Richardsons commitment. He may not have all the answers but he is the closest we have got to someone who has some credibility.
finnzo
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WHO CARES very little to do with tigers
That is not necessarily true as they are the ones who control any additional funds to make the club stronger (after the NRL grant).A pathetic bunch of long term losers and deadbeats who believe that they are the important people.
hammertime
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Burgess is the one constant through the years and years of idiocy. When are the other debenture holders going to wake up??? Or are they all part of a big circle jerk of incompetence?
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hammertime
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These guys sit on the board. Of course they do. What player is going to front up, see Dennis, and take him seriously? We're a deadset joke while that guy is still there.
Alex Seyfarth's #1 Fan
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Is this because of his competency or because of his hairdo.
and i will stake a wage you will never ride your high horse ,in a Melb Cup
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liltiger
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Dennis Burgess is the chair. Hahahaha. Must be really slim pickings, must be a one man board.