An effective Club Board will always review its own performance regularly to see if it can improve how it operates. The members deserve this as the governing body for their Club and it is best practice for all Boards or Committees.

There has been an interesting law case recently with implications for State governing bodies of any sport and their clubs. You may want to read the case and understand how it may impact on you.

We’ve read and drafted many constitutions over the years but here are the features that every not-for-profit might consider:

1. Size of the Board: We still see governance bodies (board ad management committees) that extend to as many as 13 positions.

Whether your Club is a company limited by guarantee or an Incorporated Association and you are a member of the Board or Committee, you have serious legal duties you must fulfill. It makes no difference whether you are paid for the role or you are a volunteer, the law