RL independence day arrives - NRL Independent Commission announced for November 1

[El Diablo]

it was more than Crowe

i'd like Gallop gone ASAP

 

[Green Machine]

Ken Conway was the only other official I can remember criticising Gallop. That was just before he was flicked at Newcastle. The CEO’s love him. There has been no behind the scenes shenanigans to get rid of Gallop like they did with Moffo and Whittaker.
Personally, I’d like to see Gallop move on with a new face heading up the TV negotiations,

 

[Parra]

It's about the CEO's. Why wouldn't they stick by the bloke who can help them get their snouts in a bigger trough?

Wait until they realise who us "in" and who is "out". Then the opinions will come out. Right now, they are all beggars who would go to GWS whatever in a heartbeat.


In other words, CEO opinions do not matter unless you are one of them.

 

[Brutus]

I cannot believe Gallop will be appointed as CEO.

It's a real kick in the pants for this 'brave new world'.

He reeks conflict of interest.

The News LTD journos love him - for obvious reasons.

 

[Brutus]

It's about the CEO's. Why wouldn't they stick by the bloke who can help them get their snouts in a bigger trough?

Wait until they realise who us "in" and who is "out". Then the opinions will come out. Right now, they are all beggars who would go to GWS whatever in a heartbeat.

Of course they would. Good call.

 

[Green Machine]

It's about the CEO's. Why wouldn't they stick by the bloke who can help them get their snouts in a bigger trough?

Wait until they realise who us "in" and who is "out". Then the opinions will come out. Right now, they are all beggars who would go to GWS whatever in a heartbeat.


In other words, CEO opinions do not matter unless you are one of them.

You need to ease up on the Persian Rugs,

 

[RL1908]

Today's Gold Coast Bulletin has an extensive interview with Michael Searle re the IC...
http://www.goldcoast.com.au/article/2010/03/22/200725_gold-coast-titans.html

 

[Rockin Ronny]

Today's Gold Coast Bulletin has an extensive interview with Michael Searle re the IC...
http://www.goldcoast.com.au/article/2010/03/22/200725_gold-coast-titans.html

The lovefest between Searle and Gallop continues. This is the same combination that saw the CC Bears rorted again and excluded for another few years.

"Gallop is the cornerstone of the NRL". What is this sh*t? An ex-News Limited lawyer put up by News Limited to protect their interests.

"Independent" commission with gallop? What a sad joke.

Searle's the new Arko.

 

[El Diablo]

Today's Gold Coast Bulletin has an extensive interview with Michael Searle re the IC...
http://www.goldcoast.com.au/article/2010/03/22/200725_gold-coast-titans.html

too much man love for Gallop

 

[$$Poor Boy Blues$$]

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/richo-confirms-sbw-has-return-on-menu-20100320-qn6k.html

Surely people knew that Gallop consults news every time he wants to scratch his butt.

We determine this based on secondary evidence but to have it in print is great.

good find.

who will the guy consult when news exit? his mum? Now we know where all the umms and ahhs are coming from, he's remembering johns "wise" words.....

no wonder he looks so unsure sometimes - he's wondering if johno is gunna kick his arse cos he might say the wrong thing....

he should get an ear piece with a direct line to jonno 24/7, and extend advice to what he eats for breaky, cos thats just going to improve his performance, and harto's the goto man in gallops life

and i know i know, im sure its contractual and will help them reach their key objectives, but really. on the one hand the ship is sailing fine, on the other we have concern for its direction even so.

I do not want gallop as ceo of the commission now. no offence to the great duo, or the learned man with his silent partner, but we need to leave all that crap behind us.

I hope for a great tide of upheaval about this. Maybe Gallop would be better without johns input or worse, who knows, but can we afford to find out? Lets hope if he does get the gig, he is good at consulting the commission. Why doesn't john just step up now, or rupert, come on be ceo out in the open ffs!

 

[El Diablo]

 

[m0nty]

The process of appointing commissioners will be formally conducted by the current partners of the game, the ARL and News Limited. They will both be able to veto each other's nominations, so unanimous support for commissioners and their independence needs to be obtained or waived by both parties for a person to be appointed a commissioner. The partners will consult with the Game Restructure Committee to seek feedback from the 16 NRL clubs as to the nomination of commissioners. The commissioners cannot be directors or officers of any club, the QRL or any affiliates, NSWRL, CRL or any of their affiliated entities. The proposed boards that will be absorbed under the Commission will include the NRL Partnership Board, NRL Board, ARL Board and potentially the ARL Development Board.

This is a very different process to what was advertised. Sounds like the clubs have barely any input into the procedures. I wonder, does this placate the likes of ECT?

 

[$$Poor Boy Blues$$]

Surely people knew that Gallop consults news every time he wants to scratch his butt.

We determine this based on secondary evidence but to have it in print is great.

good find.

who will the guy consult when news exit? his mum? Now we know where all the umms and ahhs are coming from, he's remembering johns "wise" words.....

no wonder he looks so unsure sometimes - he's wondering if johno is gunna kick his arse cos he might say the wrong thing....

he should get an ear piece with a direct line to jonno 24/7, and extend advice to what he eats for breaky, cos thats just going to improve his performance, and harto's the goto man in gallops life

and i know i know, im sure its contractual and will help them reach their key objectives, but really. on the one hand the ship is sailing fine, on the other we have concern for its direction even so.

I do not want gallop as ceo of the commission now. no offence to the great duo, or the learned man with his silent partner, but we need to leave all that crap behind us.

I hope for a great tide of upheaval about this. Maybe Gallop would be better without johns input or worse, who knows, but can we afford to find out? Lets hope if he does get the gig, he is good at consulting the commission. Why doesn't john just step up now, or rupert, come on be ceo out in the open ffs!

What we need is transparency. As clear as a mountain spring, or northern Canada air.

If the can extend this:

The process of appointing commissioners will be formally conducted by the current partners of the game, the ARL and News Limited. They will both be able to veto each other's nominations, so unanimous support for commissioners and their independence needs to be obtained or waived by both parties for a person to be appointed a commissioner. The partners will consult with the Game Restructure Committee to seek feedback from the 16 NRL clubs as to the nomination of commissioners. The commissioners cannot be directors or officers of any club, the QRL or any affiliates, NSWRL, CRL or any of their affiliated entities. The proposed boards that will be absorbed under the Commission will include the NRL Partnership Board, NRL Board, ARL Board and potentially the ARL Development Board.

Then they should also do it with the CEO

 

[$$Poor Boy Blues$$]

If you wave away my comments you are the criminal.

Maybe Gallop is the man for the Job, and the dubious duo have done a good job, sure.... but instead of handing him the job without opposition we should explore more options. Not everyone is happy with the thought.

I truly think on the other hand that getting the best commissioners is going to happen, given the veto rulings its possible you could miss a few gems, hopefully they are acceptable straight up. I just want them pushing hard on the tv deals, which would be a keen indicator of transparency.

 

[Perth Red]

Searle knows Gallop is a weak leader and can be easily controlled. Why wouldn't the clubs want a man like that in control?

How often will the commission positions be open for change?
Annually, potentially, but it is more likely that nominations may only come when Commissioners stand down or are asked to stand aside.

I would def have a time ltd postition, jobs for life are never a good thing!

 

[Titanic]

And the development of "grassroots" will take the highest priority... not.

What impact will the commission have on grassroots rugby league and who will have the responsibility of developing the code at the level? Development is yet to be considered but submissions will be sought by the Commissioners over time one would suspect.

 

[Big-Steve]

"What impact will the commission have on grassroots rugby league and who will have the responsibility of developing the code at the level?
Development is yet to be considered but submissions will be sought by the Commissioners over time one would suspect."

"What do you think is the most important thing people should know about the commission?
The Commission campaign was championed for the fans and players of all ages. Without fans and players there is no game, so the time has come to acknowledge and celebrate what both bring. The game isn't just about a scoreboard or a premiership. It is about what the game of rugby league does for men and women of all ages, it unites society and changes our lives forever. Like it has changed my grandfather's life, my father's and mother's life, like it has changed mine and will change my son and daughters. All changed for the better."

I wish I could be more positive about this but these 2 paras prove to me that RL will continue to be NRL centric as it is now.

Giving us emotive words about how important fans and local players are while telling us that grass roots footy has not been considered yet in the structure of the Commission - how stupid does he think people are?

 

[$$Poor Boy Blues$$]

Searle knows Gallop is a weak leader and can be easily controlled. Why wouldn't the clubs want a man like that in control?

How often will the commission positions be open for change?
Annually, potentially, but it is more likely that nominations may only come when Commissioners stand down or are asked to stand aside.

I would def have a time ltd postition, jobs for life are never a good thing!

oh, grand point indeed!

a sherry now!

all the others will be drinking metho....

though it must be said that running things by hartigan, as a kind of mentor/contractual arrangement/news look-after is not such a bad idea. The nrl is doing well for itself and gallop has done well irrespective of who is behind him, plus lets not forget he's already ceo of the nrl - BUT CEO of the commission is ENTIRELY DIFFERENT.

aS FOR HIM BEING A puppet to the commission, well its way different to news ltd and the nrl situation. People have funny ideas about how things must be - I am sure its nothing like what most people say it is. Minus conflicts of interests I think Gallop and the commission will be able to run smoothly, not to mention the streamlined aspect of it all...

I tend to think its like a modern day super market complex this commission..... instead of years ago having to go to all the various different shops to buy your things, (boards and people, etc) you'll be able to pick up all your goods from one convenient location (the commission super market).

I dont think anyone will be screwing anyone over anymore. Examine Gallop, but dont hang him yet.

Different culture, different thinking, different dynamic, different direction. People need to relax and live a little.

 

[East Coast Tiger]

I wish I could be more positive about this but these 2 paras prove to me that RL will continue to be NRL centric as it is now.

Giving us emotive words about how important fans and local players are while telling us that grass roots footy has not been considered yet in the structure of the Commission - how stupid does he think people are?

It's been pretty clear from the start that any talk about the fans has been nothing but spin to talk up the commission, while the real guts of this issue is really about what the club bosses can do to get more cash for their clubs. This might indirectly benefit fans who want their clubs to have more cash but it in no way gives those fans any kind of input or voice, as is sometimes eluded to, and it completely ignores supporters of the sport who see beyond the first grade competition.

 

[Green Machine]

too much man love for Gallop

Lot of love from the NRL CEO's:

David Gallop is undoubtedly the cornerstone of the NRL and his leadership is what the game needs in what should not be understated as one of the most intense and important times in the game's history. David has done wonderful things in our game to mend the bridges and to ensure transparency and openness with all issues that have occurred within the game and he will now preside over the game's final evolution and unity under one brand for the first time in the games history.