Lobby groups. Your opinion.

[Big_unit]

I am concerned that I might not be the only member of a certain lobby group that does not recieve any information as to the parties directions on various issues that I consider to be important, hence the reason I joined the party to start with. I assumed that I would be kept up to date on issues that concern me, so far I have recieved one emailed newsletter some months ago now. This is not good enough for a party that claims to be leading the recreational fisherman and thier children towards a future where we will still be allowed to enjoy our hobby/sport. So I have put a poll together to find out if I am the only person who feels this way.

Cheers
James

[saphire]

Even if we dont agree with the views of certain Lobby Groups its important to have them.
They help us to see the world in different ways. Maybe examine an issue in a way that we have not done so before.

[Derek_Bullock]

James, why do you have the results of the poll hidden?

Thanks for the explanation.

Sometimes you have to seek out information as it doesnt always just come your way. I think I know the group you are referring to. They do have a very good website that contains a lot of information and sending out information takes time and money that most small groups have very little of.


Derek

[Big_unit]

Even if we dont agree with the views of certain Lobby Groups its important to have them.
They help us to see the world in different ways. Maybe examine an issue in a way that we have not done so before.

I am not opposed to lobby groups. I am a member of a lobby group. I am dissapointed by the lack of information and direction the lobby group provides.

Cheers
James

[Big_unit]

James, why do you have the results of the poll hidden?

Thanks for the explanation.

Sometimes you have to seek out information as it doesnt always just come your way. I think I know the group you are referring to. They do have a very good website that contains a lot of information and sending out information takes time and money that most small groups have very little of.


Derek

The results are hidden to try to get a more honest result.

When I joined the group I was led to believe that I would be kept informed and also be given some guidance, so that I could make an informed and beneficial decision.

Cheers
James

[Derek_Bullock]

Have you spoken to them rather tham complaining on here.


Derek

[Dug]

I have in the past been a member of a lobby group it is essential that there is a clear and open 2 way exchange of ideas and information everyone should know what is happening ALL the time.

[Big_unit]

Derek
I opened a poll which simply asked open questions, you then decided to try and dissect it. You do not appear to understand what I am trying to achieve here, even after I have tried to explain it to you. Perhaps it would be better if you did not confuse the issues any further with your comments.

Cheers
James

[Big_unit]

I have in the past been a member of a lobby group it is essential that there is a clear and open 2 way exchange of ideas and information everyone should know what is happening ALL the time.

Thanks Dug, that is my point precisely.

Cheers
James

[PinHead]

Interesting question..BUT...most lobby groups are apolitical...if not then they are usually a political party or another organisation such as a conservation council who are far from apolitical. As with any organisation be it a sporting group, a political party or a lobby group..you will only ever get out what you are prepared to put in...if youy only want to send along a membership form and then expect to be advised regarding all decisions being made then that is not going to happen...that is what the executive is for...to make recommendations to meetings which are then voted on by those present at the meeting or...in some instances...the executive is vested with the authority under their constitution to make decisions without reference to the members regarding this. Alas James...unless you go to meetings of any group you will not be privy to what really happens.

[Big_unit]

Just to further explain my question,

Do you feel that lobby groups provide us with enough detailed information & direction to make a desirable & valuable decision ?

Do you think that lobby groups could provide better direction to effectively give the group a more united and coercive front ?

Please leave a comment if you feel you need to answer in more detail.

Voting is multiple choice and guests are able to vote.

Cheers
James

[Derek_Bullock]

James

I think you need to expand a little here. What do you mean by a lobby group. If you could give an example people may have more of an idea what you mean.

Lobby groups do what you want them to do so I dont understand the question.

Cheers


Derek

[Derek_Bullock]

I would attend meetings,

1). If I was told when they are on.
2). If they were held.

I know of 1 TFP meeting that I could have attended since I have been a member. Ive been a member for about 12 months.

I have recieved one newsletter from TFP in this time and it did not state when or where any meetings would be held.

I have not been able to find out too much about Sunfish, but according to some maybe I dont look hard enough.

Ive bought this up before with these groups, get professional because at the end of the day the government will not listen to an outfit that isnt co-ordinated and professional.

Cheers
James

I dont think I was confusing the issue at all. Maybe you should have stated your case straight up instead of running a poll. Or maybe you should have just run a poll with a yes no answer about the Fishing Party as this seems to be your gripe.

I am not a Fishing Party member but I dont think you are doing their cause any good by this thread. Maybe you should take your concerns straight to Kevin Collins the Chairman. His email address is kc@whitsunday.net.au, however I am sure he will respond here in due course.

You could also talk to Sunfish Fraser Coast which is your local branch. Their website is http://www.sunfish.com.au/index.html Not sure who is the current secretary but the phone number is 07 4128 0700 and email address is secretary@sunfish.com.au

James I am not stirring the pot here but believe people need to get out and do things and not sit back and expect others to do it for them.


Derek

[Big_unit]

Crikey Derek my whole point is that, how can I or any other member be involved / active if there is no information forth coming in regards to the issues and in particular the meetings. Maybe I am not doing TFP cause any good with this thread, although last time I got vocal about the problems it seems some action was taken but sadly no follow up has been done. I believe that TFP needs to be committed to ensuring the members are kept informed. I dont think it really does anything to damaging to get these grassroot issues into the spotlight.

TFP website has 24 users, that is hardly a far reaching medium. I use the website.

[dasher]

Just to further explain my question,

Do you feel that lobby groups provide us with enough detailed information & direction to make a desirable & valuable decision ?

Do you think that lobby groups could provide better direction to effectively give the group a more united and coercive front ?

Please leave a comment if you feel you need to answer in more detail.

Voting is multiple choice and guests are able to vote.

Cheers
James

James all lobby groups relying on volunteers to run it will have trouble not only assimilating information but also getting it out to interested parties. Without fundingm, all costs come from the volunteers pockets which really inhibits the chance of publicity. As these groups grow so do the numbers of willing workers, which in turn gets the message out further and hopefully results in more members and more workers and so the group grows and the input and output grows with it. Not all people that are members of a group have access to a computer, so the cost of producing and posting a newsletter can be quite expensive for an unfunded group, as such they are not produced too regular. Most groups have their own website with forums and will readilly answer questions posed on the site ASAP. I agree more info would be great but it's not always possible, but I must say Derek is doing an excellent job bringing some very pertinent articles to our attention and he should be congratulated for the time he has spent finding them. [smiley=2thumbsup.gif]