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apmurray2002

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  • Birthday 05/04/1956

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  1. Greetings all. I'm relatively new to RA-Aus from GA (about a year and a half now) and have been quietly observing the dynamics. Also did a bit of research into the background of some of the thorny issues. For what it is worth, I'd like to share these thoughts: 1. In all my dealings with RA-Aus it has been MUCH better than similar dealings with CASA. There is an inverse correlation between the size of any bureaucracy and the application of common sense. Nevertheless... 2. There are obviously some serious problems and they go back some time. 3. My direct dealings have been with my state board member, I am quite happy with that interaction and remain confident that he can represent my interests effectively, whatever action is required. 4. We now have an emergency meeting imminent, with some confusion (it appears) about what can or might happen there. 5. Given the uncertainty and the evident hostility (I make no judgement as to whether it is justified but it does inevitably leads to a narrowing of agenda), I want ANY major decisions taken at that meeting to come into effect only after ratification by vote of the full membership. By all means, fearlessly, persistently and with a courteous and respectful manner seek information but - no major actions please until that information is out there and seen by the full membership. 6. As I am unable to travel to Canberra, I will provide a proxy to my board member to reflect the above, i.e., an overiding motion that all other motions involving constitutional or structural change get put to the full membership. 7. Internet forums/chats etc can be great for gathering and sharing information, as long as one realises that caveat emptor is liberally applied to any information so obtained. Over the years I've also seen them destroy the democratic fabric of small organisations - often only with the best of wills on the part of the contributors. This is a real risk which I believe we have to keep in mind. It's a powerful weapon and with all power comes responsibility etc etc. End of Polemic.. normal service will be resumed shortly :)
  2. Welcome Bruce, just got here myself. How many days a year do you get flying weather up near Aberdeen ? I must admit I've had lovely weather most times I've been up that way but I'm reliably informed, by the locals, that there is a reason why whiskey became so popular in Auld Caledonia !
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