P R E SI DEN T’S REPORT
GR EG M O N AG HAN Dear Members With all the challenges of this unprecedented year, the Parramatta Leagues Group achieved great progress, and is positioned well for a bright future. Highlights included; •O verwhelming approval by Members of a new Constitution •A ppointment of a new independent, highly qualified Board •O vercoming the unprecedented challenges of COVID–19, with resilience and innovation •A profitable financial result despite a 10-week shutdown
“Directors and the Senior Leadership Team are
• Parramatta Eels achieving a top four finish •A new Strategic Plan setting the pathway to the future • Repairs to the Parra Clubhouse façade
working hard to meet Member needs with the development of plans to refresh and refurbish the Clubhouse, to expand facilities for social interaction, refresh gaming and dining areas, and explore opportunities for expansion in our precinct.”
Certainly a year to remember! The new Constitution, supported by 91% of Members, has set the platform for years to come. Appointment of the new Board in March 2020 signalled the departure of Administrator Max Donnelly, job done! Max demonstrated great skill, resilience, and persistence to achieve the goal of establishing the process to return full control of the Club to Members in an orderly fashion. The current Directors are all Parramatta Leagues Club Members, with a combined 104 years of continuous membership. All are Eels supporters, and have formed an independent, highly skilled, and dedicated team. Profiles of each Director are available on the Parra Leagues website, and we encourage all Members to check the outstanding credentials of those now proudly representing them. The advent of COVID-19 highlighted the priority of safety and security of Members and staff. Our Club’s rapid response to frequent regulatory changes, and
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