Recruitment and retention

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Euan Aitken heading to Souths next year. Contract details haven't been disclosed as of yet.

 

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Euan Aitken heading to Souths next year. Contract details haven't been disclosed as of yet.

Since he moved to the second row, I've been a fan but maybe with Finefeuiaki coming and a few young players like Keeley coming through along with Gilbert to come back, it was right to let Aitken go.

 

[Equaliser]

Euan Aitken heading to Souths next year. Contract details haven't been disclosed as of yet.

Since he moved to the second row, I've been a fan but maybe with Finefeuiaki coming and a few young players like Keeley coming through along with Gilbert to come back, it was right to let Aitken go.

I would have liked to keep him for at least 1 more year. But not more than 2. I wonder if Souths are going to offer him more than 2 years.

 

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Who was? Johnston? I heard he didn't talk at all and it pissed off a lot of their supporters. I don't know it, just heard the rumour.

yeah because everything has to go through Andrew an before him his old man win has to much say in dragons

 

[mr_c]

Connelly Lemuelu and teague i dont see sticking round either even though they still here next year

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Who was? Johnston? I heard he didn't talk at all and it pissed off a lot of their supporters. I don't know it, just heard the rumour.

He stood down the first time due to illness. And the general consensus was he did an okay job back then. So much so, he came back when they needed.

The Dragons problem started when they let go their recruitment team. I knew someone apart of that team, who then went to Canberra, and their youth influx is there for all to see. They gave the job to a son of, Millward. And that's where it all fell apart. Millward and another guy, Haran. Upon leaving I had a conversation with this fella I knew. His prediction came true with regards to those that would be replacing him and his mentor.

And now the dragons are in the position they are in, in the hope Flanno can resurrect them.

 

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He stood down the first time due to illness. And the general consensus was he did an okay job back then. So much so, he came back when they needed.

The Dragons problem started when they let go their recruitment team. I knew someone apart of that team, who then went to Canberra, and their youth influx is there for all to see. They gave the job to a son of, Millward. And that's where it all fell apart. Millward and another guy, Haran. Upon leaving I had a conversation with this fella I knew. His prediction came true with regards to those that would be replacing him and his mentor.

And now the dragons are in the position they are in, in the hope Flanno can resurrect them.

With the success of Storm and Roosters some years ago, before Penrith came good, I think a lot of clubs looked at the model of not developing juniors as cost effective. So much for that now.

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

DRAGONS

Dragons announce change of ownership​

AuthorDragons.com.audragons.com.auTimestampMon 20 Aug 2018, 06:00 pm

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The St George Illawarra Dragons have a new ownership structure with WIN taking on responsibility for the Illawarra component of the joint venture.
Following a lengthy and considered process, the St George Illawarra Dragons, the Illawarra Steelers and WIN today announced the transaction which will change the ownership structure, the shareholders, and the Board of Governance of the club.

The new shareholder agreement includes a matching funding arrangement between St George District Rugby League Football Club and WIN, the repayment of the Dragons loan from the NRL and a change in the structure of the club's board. The Steelers retain an interest in the club through a seat on the board.
Dragons Chairman Brian Johnston welcomed the agreement saying the decision would allow the Dragons to remain an iconic club and brand, with successful business, community and rugby league programs for long-term sustainable success.
"Today is a momentous day in the history of the St George Illawarra Dragons as we welcome WIN as a partner in our club," Johnston said. "The Gordon family through WIN bring a great passion for the Dragons and have been a supporter of rugby league for decades, first with the Steelers in 1982 and then the Dragons.
"This is an exciting launching point for the next stage of the Dragons. This arrangement ensures a bright future for our club, particularly as a Pathway and Development Club, in that our male and female pathways from grassroots to NRL remain strong and continue to grow.
"The continuing involvement of the Illawarra Steelers is a welcome and valued part of the ongoing structure."
WIN owner Bruce Gordon said the new partnership would enhance the commercial strength of the club while ensuring the work of the Steelers in crafting strong representation for the Illawarra region in first class rugby league continues to be honoured.
"WIN has long partnered with the Steelers to bring world class rugby league to the Illawarra and we want that legacy to continue. We have worked closely with Peter Newell, Bob Millward and Sean O'Connor in particular throughout that time," Gordon said.

"The change of ownership allows us to underpin the amazing heritage of the St George Illawarra Dragons with strong commercial strategy while locking in the pathways for junior players to rise through the ranks of the Steelers to the NRL."
While Illawarra and Dragons supporters will see no change to the club, the new affiliation is expected to strengthen its corporate structure as it reshapes the business away from the traditional club-funded model.
WIN Executive Chair Andrew Gordon said: "WIN is extremely excited to be partnering with the Dragons. We have meticulously worked through this arrangement to ensure that the Illawarra legacy and the St George heritage are fully respected."
As part of the restructure Brian Johnston will step into the role of CEO, replacing Peter Doust who announced his retirement earlier this year, while Andrew Gordon will take on the role of Chairman. The positions are effective from November 1 and October 1, 2018 respectively.

(L-R) Incoming CEO Brian Johnston and Chairman Andrew Gordon will spearhead the Dragons' new ownership structure
Steelers Chairman Peter Newell said the desire to improve the financial sustainability of the Steelers, to be an ongoing part of the Dragons' Board and to continue to see world class rugby league remain in the Illawarra were fundamental and mandatory to the decision to partner with WIN.
"Today's announcement underlines the close association between WIN, the Gordon family and the Steelers as an iconic Wollongong name now joins another iconic name in St George, in presenting the greatest game of all at home and away," Newell said.
"The Steelers, with the help of our St George colleagues and including WIN, have worked for the past two decades to fulfill our charter of keeping world class rugby league in Wollongong.
"It has been a challenging quest at times, and I am pleased the game at the elite level under the Dragons brand will continue to proudly go forward in our district with two committed joint-venture partners.
"Importantly, all parties share a commitment to ensuring local juniors have the opportunity to represent our district at the highest level."
St George Illawarra Dragons key facts
The new board
St George District Rugby League Football Club Directors: Brian Johnston, Ralph Piggott, Craig Young, Peter Black
WIN Directors: Andrew Gordon, Andrew Lancaster, Craig Osborne and Graeme Gulloch (Steelers)
St George Illawarra Dragons
- New Joint Venture Partnership arrangement between St George District Rugby League Football Club and WIN

- New Board of Directors, Chairman and CEO
- Removal of NRL loan and formal business arrangements with the NRL
- Club and brand remains as St George Illawarra Dragons
- Home Venues, namely Jubilee Stadium and WIN Stadium unchanged
- St George Illawarra Dragons will continue their current funding commitments to the St George, Illawarra and South Coast districts
St George District Football Club
- No change to the St George District Football Club Joint Venture arrangements or commitments
- Ralph Piggott will replace Peter Doust as a representative of St George District Football Club on the Dragons Board in November 2018.
Steelers
- Reached a settlement directly with WIN for their shares for a "commercially in confidence" sum
- Illawarra remains in the name and brand of the Club
- Steelers will have one Director on the new Board
- Harold Matthews (U16), SG Ball (U18) and Tarsha Gale teams in the Illawarra continue as Steelers
WIN
- New 50 per cent owners of the St George Illawarra Dragons, with the St George District Rugby League Football Club
- Reached a settlement directly with the Illawarra Steelers for their shares for a "commercially in confidence" sum
- Four decades of support for rugby league in the Illawarra and the Dragons
Brian Johnston
Johnston's extensive management experience across a variety of sectors with companies such as Suncorp, IAG and Office National has seen him consistently achieve exceptional results since he were last Dragons CEO. Since his previous role at the Dragons, Johnston has successful earned three Masters Degrees: Masters of Business Coaching; Masters of Science, and; Masters of Business Administration.
Andrew Gordon
Gordon has been a Dragons board member since 2006 and currently holds the Executive Chair of WIN Corporation. Gordon held key Executive roles for over a decade in the 90s and 2000s in television and radio. His board roles have included SP Telemedia, Crawford Productions, Mildura Digital Television, Western Digital Television, Broadcast Transmissi

The background of that photo depicts all the problems that surround the Dragons. Look at the paneled walls, it was vogue in the 70's.

It's a club stuck in the past, living off history rather than performance.

 

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Connelly Lemuelu and teague i dont see sticking round either even though they still here next year

I can't see Teague making it in the NRL.

 

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The background of that photo depicts all the problems that surround the Dragons. Look at the paneled walls, it was vogue in the 70's.

It's a club stuck in the past, living off history rather than performance.

i know a ex junior that dragons would love there but his family dont want anything to do with the win group , dig deeper into why a certain coach was shown the door and you will see why ( he asked questions the club n owners didnt like ) club wont change like wests and bunnies least dogs are giving it a dam good go

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

i know a ex junior that dragons would love there but his family dont want anything to do with the win group , dig deeper into why a certain coach was shown the door and you will see why ( he asked questions the club n owners didnt like ) club wont change like wests and bunnies least dogs are giving it a dam good go

There is a lot wrong with the club. Having followed them for 45 years.

Going to most games, sitting on the hill with Skull. I have come to know a few there.

The fish rots from the head down is a true saying when it comes to that club.

There are people that are involved a board level, who I wouldn’t hire as a walnut stamper, let alone club ceo/board member.

The fact that Doust has more power then ever before is mindblowing. I mean he took credit for Bennett, who in actual fact landed in his lap after the Roosters and then the cowboys fucked up their deals. He then proceeded to offer him 3 years, instead of 5, which Bennett wanted. Then Bennett was successful, like he always is, Doust went back grovelling for the extra 2. And Bennett left. And that’s just Bennett.

 

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There is a lot wrong with the club. Having followed them for 45 years.

Going to most games, sitting on the hill with Skull. I have come to know a few there.

The fish rots from the head down is a true saying when it comes to that club.

There are people that are involved a board level, who I wouldn’t hire as a walnut stamper, let alone club ceo/board member.

The fact that Doust has more power then ever before is mindblowing. I mean he took credit for Bennett, who in actual fact landed in his lap after the Roosters and then the cowboys fucked up their deals. He then proceeded to offer him 3 years, instead of 5, which Bennett wanted. Then Bennett was successful, like he always is, Doust went back grovelling for the extra 2. And Bennett left. And that’s just Bennett.

yeah over basket case clubs hence why walked away from warriors them knights wests tigers dragons gc wont change

 

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Sitili Tupouniua is a target by media reports sounds like his deal at dogs is not going through

 

[Equaliser]

Still no news about Talangi re-signing with the Eels. It must be we are still a chance.

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Could be, I hope what I heard is true, I think he would be great for us, especially along side Katoa. Because, as I said before, it's for 5/8th not full back. If he doesn't sign with us, all good, that speed he has, running off a ball player like Katoa could take us to the next level.

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Also, watched 360 last night, Stefano getting closer to a decision. Looks like staying in Sydney, I did hear we were interested. Not totally sure on this one.

 

[mr_c]

Also, watched 360 last night, Stefano getting closer to a decision. Looks like staying in Sydney, I did hear we were interested. Not totally sure on this one.

its between storm n tigers

 

[mr_c]

Still no news about Talangi re-signing with the Eels. It must be we are still a chance.

from what i read the other day he wasnt going anywhere , it was his agent ( issac mossess doing his usual bs as all clubs intrested on him have coaches manged by him hence why they put stiuplation in if he was to go he plays fullback or they wont go but if eels have this clean out i see him staying as i got told ryles offered him the fullback gig next year

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Bellamy is quoted as saying he isnt confident Stefano wants to move away from Sydney

 

[Chris]

Bellamy is quoted as saying he isnt confident Stefano wants to move away from Sydney

I thought we pulled out of trying to sign him.