The Future of Bowls Clubs
What does the future hold for the 280 or so bowls clubs currently operating in Queensland? Confronted by declining memberships,…
Don’t Cheat the System: If you’re gonna pay people, do it right!
Over the past 24 years, we have seen this happen to plenty of clubs; they start out as a volunteer-run…
Motions in Meetings
Does your club ‘move’ and ‘second’ motions without knowing what it means? You’re not alone. Inspired by a question from…
Rethinking The ‘Value Proposition’ of Sports Clubs
As the economy recovers over the coming seasons, start a journey to a new business model for sports clubs that…
The Benefits of Multi-use Facilities
It’s not surprising that we have seen a rise in multi-user, shared or multi-purpose facilities. Multi-use facilities provide a feasible…
In Search of Committee Cohesion – Why is there so much conflict in clubs?
2020 has been a fascinating year for fuelling the flames of committee conflict. News outlets and social media thrive on…
Who are your members? – Marketing for community organisations
As clubs are warming up for the 2021 winter sporting season, you can actively re-engage with your members after a…
The ‘Level of Service Continuum’ to Define Value for Sports Clubs
When thinking about the ‘value proposition’ of sports clubs, it’s critical to strike a balance between keeping sport accessible, given…
Facility Sinking Funds
A facility sinking fund is a fund created to set aside money for future facility expenses. They are used by…
The Dos and Don’ts of Effective Meeting Management
Meetings are important for any organisation. They help make decisions that contribute to your organisation’s growth. However, not all meetings…