Football NSW General Meeting
19.02.11 15:23

Football NSW today determined through its members to accept the resignation of its President Jim Forrest and the appointment of an interim board of directors comprising of Robert Sestan, Andrew Christopoulos, Stephen Hayes, Bob Adby and Mark Reading.
The interim board is charged with overseeing structural reform of Football NSW.

Vice-President Robert Sestan acknowledged, on behalf of the members Jim Forrest’s contribution and commitment to the game over a long time. Mr Sestan further said he was looking forward to a collaborative approach with the game’s stakeholders. “The hard work begins today”, Sestan acknowledged.

FFA Chief Executive Ben Buckley also acknowledged the substantial involvement and time given by Jim Forrest to the sport.

Mr Buckley said “today was an important step for Football NSW and reform generally. I look forward to working closely with Football NSW”.

Football NSW General Manager Ian Holmes said “the process of restructure is a necessary part of the evolution of any organisation. There is a strong commitment to work in partnership with FFA. The focus will be to deliver the best outcome for the future of the game in this state as part of the national football network.”

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Draft Terms of Reference for Review
08.03.11 10:03

One of the priorities of the interim board of Football NSW was to formulate the draft terms of reference for the review.
The purpose of the review is to conduct enquires and report on appropriate governance structures that will enhance the growth and development of the game in NSW.

The board of Football NSW has circulated the draft terms of reference to its members.

Football NSW has invited members to examine the different categories which have been identified as headings for the review.

The next step in the process after members have had an opportunity to examine the draft terms of reference is to be finalised and then issued to the members inviting submissions on these specific issues related to the identified categories.

A project coordinator has been identified and will facilitate the review process. Submissions will go to the project coordinator.

The review process will involve consultation with members.

Football NSW will also be engaged with the FFA in the process of the review.

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Draft

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Purpose of Review
The purpose of the review is to conduct enquiries and report on the appropriate governance structures including the administration and management of football in NSW that will enhance the growth and development of the game and its participants within the national framework.

Scope of Review
To achieve the above purpose the Review will make enquiries and report on the following aspects relating to the administration, promotion, growth and development of the game in NSW:

PART “A”
1. Football NSW’s strategic priorities, within the national framework and in accordance with the National Charter and alignment of its administrative and organisational structure with those priorities.
2. The governance structure of Football NSW – specifically constitutional and electoral processes and structures.
3. Relations and communications with Key Stakeholders including Football NSW Members, FFA and
NSW Government and Councils.
4. The cost and affordability of playing football in NSW including fees, insurance etc.
5. The financial position of Football NSW including its capacity to resource an appropriate level of growth in NSW.
6. The delivery of high performance/technical programs as part of the national football
development plan particularly in relation to the national curriculum.

PART “B”
1. The Riverstone Project.

Football NSW Review Update

The Board of Football NSW (FNSW) has appointed external consultants to assist with some key areas of the Review of football in NSW. The advisors appointed are Pacific Strategy Partners (PSP). Their work will focus on Part A of the previously announced terms of reference.

The Review process has commenced with 2 activities:

A workshop for the FNSW Board, to review the current governance arrangements and strategy, including the FNSW Mission, Vision and Values; and
An invitation seeking submissions from all interested parties, including Associations, clubs, players, volunteers and other State bodies.

Board Chair, Robert Sestan said “The Board has been meeting frequently to understand the issues facing FNSW and the expectations of our stakeholders. We appointed PSP to assist Football NSW with the Review. This is to ensure due care and consideration are given to issues which impact on strategy development, and to facilitate proper business judgments”.

The Review will be wide-ranging and will examine the administration, promotion, growth and development of football in NSW. The anticipated outputs will include:

An strategic plan for FNSW
Recommended changes to governance, including proposed changes to the FNSW constitution and By-Laws
Initiatives to improve stakeholder relations and communications
An analysis of the cost of football participation
A review of FNSW’s financial position
Analysis and assessment of Football NSW’s technical programs
The aims are to align all FNSW stakeholders around a common vision for the development of the game in NSW, and to build an organisation that can deliver this vision.

The Board is also focused on Part B of the Review, the major development planned at Riverstone, in Sydney’s North West.

A revised site proposal has been put forward by the Riverstone Land owner which is currently being considered by the Board and its commercial advisors accordingly. FNSW will keep its Members informed of any material developments.

Call for Submissions. FNSW has previously invited all interested parties to make submissions on any matters covered by the terms of reference A1 to A6, by 5pm 30th April 2011. All submissions should be sent to review@footballnsw.com.au, or by mail to:

Project Co-ordinator
Review
Football NSW
PO Box 6146
Baulkham Hills NSW 2153

The FNSW Board are giving this review the serious attention that it deserves and are committed to working with all stakeholders in a transparent and professional way. The Board anticipates conducting discussion forums in Sydney and other regional centres throughout NSW to receive feedback on interim findings.
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