For generations, the federated model of community sport in Australia has shaped how clubs operate. From national bodies to state associations, zones, regions and finally down to clubs, the structure made sense when the secretary’s weekly visit to the local PO box was essential to relay information step-by-step through each layer. However, in today’s world of instant communication, where emails, tweets and posts connect us within seconds, it is my opinion that this model no longer serves its purpose efficiently.

Does your club ‘move’ and ‘second’ motions without knowing what it means? You’re not alone. Inspired by a question from a club volunteer, we discuss what makes a good motion and why it’s important.

Michael Connelly, our Managing Director, has been focusing his sights on something a little different of late. The big question has been; “Is your Council's approach to managing community leasing as good as it should be?”

If you manage leasing, or know someone who does, contact us to take part in our research project and become involved in the ongoing development of an automated, tailored one-stop-shop for community lessees - clubTRAC.

The highly anticipated meetingTRAC is now available! You can now go to meetingtrac.com.au to register for a FREE seven day trial.

This online meeting agenda and minute-keeping platform, developed by CPR Group from the ground-up, is a user friendly meeting management tool, which automates scheduling and agenda templates, allowing minutes and actions to be recorded and distributed electronically in real time.

Too many sports clubs are targeted in cyber attacks as 'easy pickings'. Clubs must apply the same rigour as government and businesses to protect their valuable information, not to mention their reputation and their money.