SSAA NSW Combined Military Service Discipline
2007 Annual General Meeting
Mudgee SSAA Rifle Range.
Saturday 17th August 2007
Meeting Declared Open 17.04 pm by State Discipline Chairperson- K. Benson.
Appointment of Minutes Secretary – K. Benson
Attendances:
R. Irving, K. Benson, N. Gligich, G. Smith, J. All, M. Toovey, D. Pearce, D. Bennett, P. Brown, A. Brown, M. McPherson, N. Abrahall, R. Ottery, G. Owens, J. Lewis, P. Wilkinson, J. McPherson, G. Mills Thom, R. McCracken, I. Crabbe, V. Irving, J. Doherty, J. Bates, C. Herreros, G. Herreros, B. Doherty, R. Antcliff, A. Goodsell, C. Mahoney, J. Mc Rae, D. Ottery.
Apologies:
C. Mifsud, F. Gasparini, R. Spittles, S. Spittles, B. Spittles, W. Cameron, R. Prowse, J. Harris.
Announcement:
The 2006 Annual General Meeting Minutes have been published on the NSWMSD website for eight months.
Copies are also available tonight for perusal if so required.
Motion – 2006 Minutes be accepted.
Moved – J. Lewis
Seconded – Paul Wilkinson
Discussion on the minutes.
No discussion was entered into.
The 2006 AGM Minutes accepted as published on the website.
Motion Carried. Unanimous
Business arising from the minutes:
The motion moved re Timings being increased in the Cadet and Trainer matches was put before the National AGM.
The motion was rejected.
State Discipline Chairperson’s Report.
Report as follows by SDC- K Benson
This was my first year as Discipline Chair ‘Chick’, a title bestowed on me by members of C/MSD. I was happy that many of gave me your support in this role as I am female. I have kept a fairly low profile this year mainly due to the fact that while I have been a part of this discipline for some time now, there was and still is a lot I need to learn and there is no point in professing one’s ignorance too loudly.
The learning was not so much for my own benefit but to be able to pass on information to other shooters in a reasonably intelligent manner.
I respect the fact that many clubs and their members have much experience in conducting shoots, therefore I didn’t feel it necessary to stick my nose in other than to offer assistance should it be needed. I have noted some areas that I feel could be improved and these will be discussed both here and with the clubs and respective captains.
I, on behalf of myself and all shooters who participate in this discipline wish to extend our sincere thanks to each and everyone of you who have contributed to the continuation of this sport. You deserve recognition beyond a mere pat on the back. Above all just the atmosphere at the GP Rounds this year has been extraordinary; events have been conducted in a truly professional manner, timely and efficient. I don’t need to mention safely as this is deeply ingrained in all of us and is evident by the way we have all conducted ourselves on and off the ranges. If it isn’t there will be some serious talking between you and me!
Numbers have fallen slightly in the Grand Prix however this is mostly due to rising petrol prices and the ever rising cost of mortgage interest rates.
It’s been great to see assistance given to the Juniors and new shooters, building confidence and skill. The ‘Juniors’ are now in the higher grades and have just blown everyone away with their skill need a round of applause, or perhaps not, (perhaps they need nobbling)!
I have prepared a finance sheet which is available for perusal and of course in keeping with our mission statement is available at any time. However at the close of this year I intend to prepare and present to all clubs a booklet containing all relevant info. (In my spare time). On this note I am sad to say that there is not a lot of money in the kitty at present. To this end I have some ideas that I hope will generate funds into the discipline and I would encourage any ideas from members.
I wish to trial doing the ‘books’ on the computer therefore enabling email at any time.
Rob and I have discussed ways of increasing attendances at shoots and to this end we wish you to put forward ideas and suggestions as YOU are the discipline and YOUR ideas count.
As each GP approaches, all of these ideas can be discussed and put into practice to suit your club/area/GP individually.
I have a number of ideas also that we will discuss at length in the very near future, as time is running short and we need to get on with the meeting.
Thanking you all once again for your support. KB
Motion – to accept the State Discipline Chairpersons Report.
Moved – D. Toovey
Seconded – A. Prowse
SDC’s Report accepted.
Carried – Unanimous.
Deputy Discipline Chairman’s Report.
Presented by Deputy Discipline Chairman – Mr. R. Irving.
It was a successful year for the discipline from an enjoyment view point, no great controversies or problems. Numbers were down in particular because our shoots were further from Sydney and Batemans Bay was cancelled.
Both Craig Mahoney (rifle) and myself (pistol) offered coaching sessions but only Tamworth took up the opportunity, though individuals have been helped on a more casual basis. This service is still available but we can only offer it's up to the branches to make the effort to organise.
I don't think it's a good idea to stay in elected jobs too long so I have decided not to stand for election as deputy this year.
Motion – to accept the Deputy Discipline Chairman’s Report.
Moved – G. Owens
Seconded – I Crabbe
DDC’s Report Accepted
Carried - Unanimous
Elections.
SDC K. Benson stands down.
DDC R. Irving stands down.
Mr. A Prowse appointed as Returning Officer
Nominations for the position of SDC
K. Benson nominated un-apposed.
Accepted. There being no further nominations.
K. Benson elected un-apposed.
Motion to accept K. Benson as 2007 SDC
Moved – B Doherty
Seconded – G. Mills Thom
Carried – Unanimous
Nominations for the position of Deputy Discipline Chairperson.
R. Irving – declined
I Crabbe – accepted.
Motion to accept, I. Crabbe as DDC.
Moved – B Doherty
Seconded – G. Mills-thom.
Carried – Unanimous
Mr. R. Irving appointed as Meeting Chairperson
General Business
1. A proposal has been received to have colored grade cards to eliminate the current state of confusion that surrounds grading and scores at competitions.
Discussion was on the subject was conducted and the proposal was changed to ‘stickers’ placed on the existing grade cards denoting the actual grade. In this way the cost of new cards would be eliminated yet the grade is visible immediately. When and if the grade is changed a new sticker is to be placed over the existing one.
Motion – To have ‘stickers’ with current grade initiated for grade cards.
Moved – A. Goodsell
Seconded- Carlos Herreros
Carried – Unanimous
SDC K. Benson to initiate the creation of stickers for grade cards.
2. A proposal was put forward that class 1 Pistol be regarded and awarded as the premier event (i.e. graded) and that class 2 Pistol become an open class.
Discussion held on the proposal
Motion – Class 1 Pistol be competed and awarded as premier event i.e. awards are graded and Class 2 Pistol be an open class.
Moved – C. Herreros
Seconded – No seconder.
Motion defeated.
3. Proposal received from the floor that 2 Categories be created for the 310 Cadet and 22 Trainer i.e. 310 Cadet – Category 1 and 22 Trainer - Category 2
Discussion held on proposal
Motion – To have two categories applied to competition for 310 Cadets and 22 Trainers.
Moved – Rob Irving.
Seconded – Graham Smith
Carried - Unanimous
4. Proposal received from the floor suggesting a vote of thanks to Jamie Harris the previous SDC for his continued effort in the maintenance of the NSW MSD website.
A considerable learning curve.
Motion – A vote of thanks to Jamie Harris re maintenance of website.
Moved – C. Mahoney
Seconded – A. Prowse
Carried – Unanimous
SDC K. Benson to initiate a vote of thanks.
5. Proposal from Craig Mahoney that a State Grade Database be created and maintained on the website.
Motion – To have a State Grade Database created and Maintained on the NSWMSD Website.
Moved – C. Mahoney
Seconded – R Irving.
Carried – Unanimous
6. Proposal from the floor to have sighting shots included in the GP competitions.
Discussion on this subject led to further discussion on the Core event and how the Core event should be returned to 3P Core and Rapid-fire B. This allows for the 300 Deliberate Match to be utilized for the sake of sighting shots and that if host clubs feel they can accommodate the request for sighting shots they may do so at their own behest.
Much debate on this subject was received from the floor i.e. that the Action M should be a supplementary event as a lot of our members are along in their years and that the pain involved in this match disadvantages them. One doesn’t have to be old to have pain that is a disadvantage in this match. Safety was an issue as it has been noted that on numerous occasions that during getting up and down, muzzle direction has left a lot to be desired and this will simply not do as a safety concern. Incorporated in this subject was also the debate that sighters should be included as many people travel huge distances and they are being disadvantaged by not having sighters and even if sighters can be had the day prior, the difference in lighting and weather conditions can make this a fruitless exercise.
SDC K. Benson to check on legalities with National Discipline Chairman Mr. S. Heidrich.
Motion – To change the Core event to a half 300 Deliberate, 3P Core, and half Rapid-fire B Match. Excluding the Action M.
Motion was lost.
Motion – To have sighting shots included in all GP Rounds, prior to matches being shot.
Moved – C Mahoney.
Seconded – B Doherty.
Motion was lost.
It was pointed out to the floor from the SDC that never having the opportunity to practice or have sighters, that she sees the 300 Deliberate as a match that can be utilized as a sighting match prior to competition. If a host club can accommodate sighting shots then that should be seen as an added bonus.
Motion – To return the Core Event to 3P Core, followed by the Rapid-fire B in entirety. The 300 Deliberate preceding as supplementary event prior to the Core event for sighting purposes and excluding the Action M from the Core event but which can be utilized as a supplementary event if time permits. Clubs may permit sighting shots prior to Core Matches if time and resources permit.
Moved – R Irving.
Seconded – B Doherty
Carried – Unanimous.
7. A proposal was received from the floor requesting that the SDC K. Benson present the following motion to the National Annual General Meeting.
Discussion conducted regarding above proposal- the reasons for are that Juniors may only shoot 22’s in their initial stages of licensing and therefore a disadvantage competing against more seasoned shooters. To promote new shooters and particularly juniors to this sport would be an advantage.
Motion for National Annual General Meeting – To create two separate categories for 310 cadet and 22 trainer matches.
Moved – R Irving
Seconded – A. Prowse.
Carried – Unanimous.
Tentative Hosts for 2008 Grand Prix Rounds
Casino, Coffs Harbour, Grafton, Mudgee, Southern Highlands, Canberra, Sydney, Pistol at Windsor
Mudgee may once again host the State Championships if no other submissions are received.
Meeting Closed 6.40pm