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AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BUDGERIGAR
COUNCIL Inc.
2017 ANNUAL MEETING
MINUTES
Mackay.
Queensland.
Monday
29th. May 2017.
ITEM 1- ROLL CALL OF MEMBER BODIES AND INTRODUCTION OF DELEGATES
Member Bodies, Office Bearers and Sub-committees were represented as follows:
New South Wales (B.S.N.S.W. Inc.) Steve Cummins. Andrew Bourne.
Victoria (B.C.V. Inc.) Rod Turnbull . Colin Flanagan
South Australia (B.C.S.A. Inc.) Peter Glassenbury. Poly Heel.
South Queensland (S.Q.B.B.A Inc.) Neale Love. Trevor Broadbent.
North Queensland (Qld Nth & Central) John Goodale. Bruce Schuster
Tasmania (B.C.T. Inc.) Jim Fletcher.
Western Australia (B.C.W.A. Inc) Cliff Small John McLauchlan
A.N.B.C. President Russell Ogden.
Colour Standards Coordinator Peter Glassenbury
ANBC Secretary/Treasurer Leigh Downey
National Judges Coordinator. James Bader.
ITEM 2 - APOLOGIES
ITEM 3 – OPENING OF MEETING BY ANBC PRESIDENT, Russell Ogden.
Meeting opened by the President at 9.15am. All delegates welcomed.
ITEM 4 – PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Council President, Russell Ogden presented his report. See attachment 1
Motion Moved: Qld. Nth. & Cent. Zone.
That President’s report be received and a vote of thanks be extended to Russell.
Carried unanimously
ITEM 5 – SECRETARY’S REPORT
Council Secretary/Treasurer, Leigh Downey presented and tabled his report.
See attachment 2
Motion Moved: Vic.
That the Secretary’s report as tabled be received. Carried unanimously.
Motion Moved: Vic. Seconded S.A. Thanking the Secretary Leigh Downey for the excellent way he has carried out the duties of Secretary over the last twelve months.
Carried unanimously
ITEM 6 – FIXING TIMES FOR MEETING
It was resolved that this be set prior to the meeting and agreed to by all.
ITEM 7 – ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS FOR 2017/18
7a A.N.B.C. President.
That Steve Cummins is nominated for the position of A.N.B.C. President for the period 2017/18.
A.N.B.C. Secretary.
That Leigh Downey is nominated for the position of ANBC Secretary/Treasurer for the period 2017/18
A.N.B.C. (Past President.)
That Russell Ogden is nominated as the third member (Vice President) of the A.N.B.C. Committee for the period 2017/18
Public Officer.
That David Butters is nominated for the position of Public Officer of the ANBC for the period 2017/18.
Historian.
That Leigh Downey is nominated for the position of ANBC Historian for the period 2017/18.
Web Master.
That Karlene Mc Laughlan is nominated for the position of ANBC Web-master for the period 2017/178 - Carried unanimously. However Karlene, may retire, at years end but has agreed to stay on until a suitable replacement can be found.
A.N.B.C. Auditor.
That Bruce Sheppard is nominated for the position of ANBC Auditor for the period 2017/18 –
It was decided for the speed of the meetings if only one person is nominated for the position they are accepted en block in one motion. Carried unanimously.
ITEM 8 – MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes of the 2016 meeting were circulated with the agenda. The Chairperson asked if Delegates had read these and were agreeable to proceed.
Motion Moved by S.A , Seconded by S.Q.B.B.A.
That the minutes of the 2016 meeting, as circulated are a true and accurate record of that meeting – Carried unanimously.
ITEM 9 – BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEEETING
9a 2017 through 2021. National Trophies have been distributed to the hosts of all the zones.
No further action required.
9b Colour photos for addendum to the Standard, Rod Turnbull volunteered to complete this task. Taking 4 years now and a progress report is required.
AGAIN.
Comments taken that a time lag into the future is too long and the photo’s available now are to be passed onto the Colour & Standard co-Ordinator for them to choose what best defines the variety and start to get them up and onto the web site for the benefit of all, so real progress can be seen as happening before years end. What happened last was not acceptable.
9c Colour & Standards Matters
Changes have been made to the Standard to reflect the change required to the White Cap interim standard. The ANBC Web Page will been up-dated, all States and Zones have been notified.
9d Hall of Fame Breeder Excellence Division
Master tally sheet has been updated with 2016 results. Secretary advised that this document has been loaded on Web.
This year’s results will be effected in the near future and loaded.
The President asked if there was any other business arising from the minutes of the previous meeting. None was forthcoming.
ITEM 10 - CORRESPONDENCE
A summary of correspondence for the year was available to meeting delegates (via laptop) at the meeting. The Secretary highlighted items, which required comment or further consideration or action, all will be covered under ‘Notice of Motions’ etc.
Motion Moved by BCT , Seconded by N.S.W.
That the correspondence be accepted and Council endorse the action taken by the Secretary – Carried unanimously.
ITEM 11 – FINANCIAL STATEMENT
A Financial Report, Balance Sheet and Auditors Report for 2016/17 were provided to the Delegates. An external audit report of the financial books was provided by Mr. Bruce Sheppard following this audit. A copy was supplied to all Delegates attending.
Secretary/Treasurer spoke to the reports and advised that the Term Deposit for past 10 months matured on 10 April 2017 with interest, and principal ($21,001.97) was extended for a further twelve months @ 2.40% (Maturing 10th.April 2018)
A second term deposit investment of $31,107.37 was also re invested for 6 months.
This principal and interest ($31,107.37) was invested for six months @2.10%
(Maturing 23rd.November 2017)
Bank accounts.
Have retained two accounts because of logistics in closing one and as we are a not for profit outfit we do not attract bank fees. It is easier to present accounts at the bank with a cheque and let them direct transfer.
Motion moved by S.A. and seconded by, BCT. That: “the financial and audit reports and balance sheet be accepted. Carried unanimously.
ITEM 12 - MEMBERSHIP FEE
The Membership Fee is currently $300 for Member Bodies and $150 for Affiliated Organizations.( B.S.N.Z.) The fee when set is due as at the date of this meeting.
Following discussion the re-affiliation of B.S.N.Z. was approved and membership fee was set as follows:
Motion Moved by BCT, Seconded by , B.C.V.
That: “the application for re-affiliation for 2015/2016 submitted by B.S.N.Z. is approved and the ANBC Membership Fee for Member Bodies is set at $300.00 and $150.00 (plus bank transfer fee $12.00 ) for Affiliated Organizations (B.S.N.Z. Inc.).” – carried unanimously
ITEM 13 – AFFILIATIONS
· WBO Membership is currently sponsored by ‘Golden Cob’.
Due April, Secretary/Treasurer seeks Council approval to renew in 2018. Golden Cob has paid the sponsorship for the 2017/18 year to the A.N.B.C, so this has been paid to WBO in May 2017 after the financial year close off.
Moved BCT Seconded SQBBA – carried unanimously.
S.Q.B.B.A.
That Henry George be nominated for the W.B.O. Gould Award.
His resume has been received and the nomination and resume will be forwarded to the W.B.O.
Seconded N.S.W. Carried.
W.B.O. Next meeting is in Budapest Hungary in November.
Mr Alan Rowe has been invited to Judge there and I will be attending.
· ABA. No report submitted, but the secretary is now on the email mailing list and monitors all correspondence.
Motion, for Bruce Bradford to continue representing the ANBC in the ABA.
Renewal of Public Liability Insurance to be taken out with the Canary & Cage Bird Society as required.
Motion; Moved N.S.W . seconded. BCT. - Carried unanimously.
ITEM 14 – REPORTS
14a Notation for Colour and Standards minutes Mackay 2017.
ITEM 14 – REPORTS
a) COLOUR AND STANDARDS COMMITTEE REPORT
The Colour and Standards Co-ordinator (Peter Glassenbury) presented the Colour and Standards report to Council for ratification.
Three items were presented to Council Delegates requiring ratification and these items were agreed as presented in the Minutes of the Colour and Standards as attached.
Report was endorsed and ratified by Delegates present. – Carried unanimously.
14b NATIONAL JUDGES’ REPORT
The National Judges report presented by James Bader and accepted.
Bylaw 1a. Feedback from A.N.B.C. Delegates re Judges guide lines.
Avoid social media four (4) weeks prior to the National Show that you have a Judging appointment at.
Motion moved by BCT. seconded W.A. that report as tabled be received and approved.
- Carried unanimously
14c REPORT BY HISTORIAN W.A. A.N.B.C. Show 2016.
Motion Moved by B.C.V. , Seconded by T.B.C.
That: “the report tabled by the ANBC Historian, Leigh Downey, be received and Leigh Downey be thanked for presenting his report. See attachment 6
Carried
Secretary to arrange for Webmaster to load report on ANBC site.
14d REPORT ON THE WEBSITE. The Webmaster, Karlene McLoughlin was not in attendance. Secretary provided an update as to where we were at with enhancing the site and getting all relevant documents uploaded as they are updated, work on the site will continue into 2018. Karlene has stated that she may not continue after the end of the year (2017) and expressions of interest were sought and we have two forthcoming and will be followed up.
Motion moved by B.C.V. , seconded by B.C.T. that report be accepted and actioned where required. Carried
14e REPORT BY Qld. Nth. & Central B.C. ON 2017 CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
Russell Ogden presented a verbal report and stated that all is included in his Presidents Report
Motion Moved by BCV , Seconded by TBC.
That: “the report by BCT on the 2017 ANBC Championship Show, be accepted. Carried unanimously
ITEM 15 – CONDUCT OF THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
Notice of Motions
The following Notice of Motions were dealt with in relation to the Australian Championship Show:
Motion 1 a. b. c. Ring issue dates.
From B.C.S.A.
That the ring issue date return to July 1st. For and from 2020.
Lapsed.
1 b.
From. S.Q.B.B.A.
That the ring issue date remain at January 1st. With conditions attached.
Lapsed.
1c.
From B.C.V.
That the ring issue date stay at January 1st.
Seconded; S.A.
Passed 4 for, 2 against, 1 abstain.
Carried.
Item 16 New Motions
· 16a)
· From B.C.S.A.
· Update the constitution to bring it in line with current modern practices.
· Reason.
We believe that THE CURRENT CONSTITUTION is falling behind.
Seconded by; B.C.V.
This motion was carried over to allow all zones time to discuss and notify all members of its content. All zones were given a copy early.
All zones are required to report back to the secretary with recommendations / changes by the 1st. of October 2017.
Note the date and please try to conform so we can move forward.
· 16b.)
· From B.C.S.A.
· That motions of major significance be given a moratorium of 5 years before any further similar motions can be addressed. (ie. Ring issue date)
Seconded by ;B.C.V..
That zone ring registrars be advised to package the rings from December 5 to December 15 whereby they can be posted out from that date.
Vote; 4 for. 3 abstain. Carried.
16c)
From Q.N.&C.Z.
That a normal olive/ mauve class be added to the A.N.B.C. show schedule.
· Lapsed for want of a seconder.
16d)
From B.C.V.
That the A.N.B.C. develop a strategic plan. To enhance and control the running of the governing body.
Reasoning – The administration is ever increasing and workloads getting larger.
Seconded by; B.C.T.
Vote; Carried unanimously.
16e)
From. B.C.V.
To ratify the quarterly electronic meetings to be classified as full A.N.B.C. meetings.
Seconded. W.A.
Amendments.
1. After zones have had approval from their members.
2. A.N.B.C. to investigate and purchase required software / maybe hardware to enable these meetings to progress on an even keel.
3. Zones need three months to seek approval from their members.
Carried.
16f).
From. A.N.B.C. Secretary. (As per show requirements.)
Demonstration class. Dark eyed clears.
Delegates are required to vote on retaining and introducing this variety as a point scoring class from 2018.
Vote taken 6 for 1 against.
Dark eyed clears are now an official A.N.B.C. class from 2018.
Item 17 Discussion Items
17a) From WABC
That the ANBC Investigate the possibility of centralizing the National Competition .
This was discussed and put on hold as to containerizing the National competition.
17b) From B.C.V.
To containerize the National Show.
Concept was discussed and in principal approved. More input has been offered and will be distributed upon receipt. By C. Flanagan and D. Ganzer.
All zones to go back to their members and report on this proposal.
17c) From BCV;
To appoint a leadership team to the A.N.B.C.
A development and management team plan to be constructed.
17d) From A.H.B.A;
Formal submission from the A.H.B.A. to be admitted (affiliated) into the A.N.B.C. as a new affiliated member.
Discussed and a short explanation from N.S.W. was submitted. Query as to why they did not affiliate with N.S.W. They have no judges to our standard requirements, nor do they show to our standards. A formal request for a motion was put to the meeting but none was forth-coming. Discussion was terminated so no invitation to affiliate will be forthcoming..
ITEM 18 – GENERAL BUSINESS
18a) Hall of Fame:
ANBC Secretary provided an update on the Hall of Fame.
Jeffery Leong (B.C.V.) was inducted into the Breeder Excellence Hall of Fame this year After two wins in Mackay bringing his tally to seven.
I will have his wall scroll manufactured and available for presentation in 2018.
No Inductees were admitted into the Hall of Fame Division for their contributions to the A.N.B.C. This year.
The page on the web will be updated to reflect this.
18b) Leg Rings:
Secretary reported no issues concerning leg rings over the past year. Although the aluminium is tougher.
New samples for 2017 / 18 have been received and measured. They are accepted.
18c) Bird keeping concerns:
None of concern. Nationally.
Victoria is in conversation with the State government over legislation which is progressing and will not go before parliament until August 2017.
B.C.V. also presented their Code of Practice document relating to Bird related Shows / Auctions etc.