Notice is given for a Special General Meeting (SGM) to be held on Thursday 28th September 2017. The SGM will be held for the purpose of filling a recently vacated Elected Board Member position. Please refer to the MEMO providing details of the SGM and Elected Board Member nomination form.
SDC Review Update
As the date of 1 August has passed, it is timely to give an update as to the status of the SDC review process. The Terms of Reference and Rules and Regulations covering SDC’s have reached the point of final draft, and have been sent to the SDC Peer Review Group for assessment and comment. Both of these documents are … Read More
Recent Board Appointments
In accordance with the GymSports NZ Constitution, ‘15.3 (a) Board Appointments Panel’ (BAP), the BAP was convened to conduct the process of determining vacant Appointed Board Member positions. This process is outlined in the GymSports NZ Constitution points 15.3 (c) through to 15.4 (d), inclusive. As obligated under point 15.4 (d), I have been advised by the BAP of the … Read More
2017 AGM – Elected Board Members
Elected by the members to the Board (for the two vacant Elected positions) are Virginia Cathro (re-standing) and Angie Dougal (first time standing). Both Virginia and Angie bring valuable skills and experience that will enable the Board to continue to provide sound strategic governance. Read below to see why being part of Gymnastics NZ is important to them both. Virginia … Read More
2017 AGM – New Name Voted In
The most significant motion to be addressed by clubs gathered at the AGM was that regarding the change of name from Gymsports NZ to Gymnastics NZ. The motion was; ‘That the name of Gymsports New Zealand be changed forthwith to, Gymnastics New Zealand.’ Upon the late receipt of legal advice, the meeting voted to accept an amendment to the original … Read More
2017 AGM – Life Membership & Meritorious Award
The 2017 nominations for Life Membership and Meritorious Award were considered by the Honours Committee and presented to the members at this year’s AGM by the Chair of the committee, Dr Warwick Darcey. Life Membership was awarded to Jane Sheldrake (Omni Gymnastics Centre) and Theodora Gotz (Tri Star Gymnastics Club). A Meritorious Award was received by Gareth Brettell (Tri Star … Read More
AGM and Conference Agenda and supporting documents
The 2017 AGM and Conference will be held at the Basin Reservc, Buckle Street, Mount Cook Wellington on Sunday 7th May. Registration is from 10 – 11am; the conference schedule runs from 11am to 3.45pm; the AGM takes place from 4 – 5pm. The day will conclude with a networking session from 5 – 7pm. A 12-seater van will be … Read More
CEO Update – March 2017
Members, did someone say there had been a festive and holiday season since last we spoke? Not sure about you, but feels like I blinked and missed it – much like the summer weather! Whatever you managed to do over the holiday months I hope it bought you some down-time, much needed rest and a recharging of the batteries for … Read More
Community Cabinet – 31 March 2017
In keeping with previous years, there will be two Community Cabinets held this year at two separate locations. The first Cabinet is scheduled to take place in the Midlands region, providing clubs with the opportunity to bring matters of importance to the GymSports NZ Board. The date for the Cabinet is Friday 31 March from 6pm – 7.30pm at Sport … Read More
Re-brand Survey Reminder
The Re-brand Survey closes on Tuesday 7th March at 5pm – don’t miss the opportunity to have your say. Thank you to those who have taken the time to complete the survey. The survey is designed to receive feedback from all GymSports NZ members including volunteers, coaches and judges. Please use the ‘Adult Participant’ option and where appropriate, reference your role/position … Read More