Don't recall how long Hillsy has been the mod, seems like forever, but maybe time to give him a break?

What does everybody else think?

Lol, thanks. I'm more than happy to hand the role over to someone else. You're right Gizmo, 99% of the time there is absolutely nothing to do.

The first step is to ask for nominations and then vote.

So to get the ball rolling, I nominate Bazl.

Valid point Giz, but I'll let the voting public decide that . Mind you what ever we decide on, Laurie has the power of vito, we can only put a recommendation to him and let him make the final decision.

If it turns out that it is affects Bazl's ability to moderate this forum (assuming of course he's interested), we can always hold another election. Laurie is an extrememly fair owner and wise to the way of public forums and won't let anything bad happen.

Another person I thought would make a very good moderator is Lachlan3556, so if you're interested I'd like to nominate you as well Lachlan.

EDIT: actually I should say "Admin" not "moderator". it is our focus to administer this forum not moderate what you say as such.

Not sure how well I would do in your place Hills, but if you think I would be okay feel free to put my name on the list as well. The only experience I have was being a peer-mediator in primary school (not an Admin but in the same ball park)

Must say I am very happy you thought of me, thank you

Yeah! Lachy, just like in school dealing with a bunch of churlish, Impetuous Kids. A good Slap up the back of the head with an Oxford Dictionary is the way to go.[}:)].
Ron

Im happy for bazl to take the plunge , this site isnt ALSA,s site anyway

My 1st vote is for Hillsy to continue if he able (or wants to)
2nd vote goes to lachlan3556
3rd vote to Chook2 (I think he has had experience at keeping people under control)
4th vote to one of the Blokarters like Arjay
5th vote to AndyB
6th vote to Hiko
I would consider doing it but I think there are others (I've mentioned above) that might be more suited.

As I mentioned earlier in this thread I'm just concerned what some rogues on the forum may do or think if the "Administrator" of the forum is also in the top group of the National Body.
Its not a personal thing against anyone, but seabreeze and the National Body must be TOTALLY independent and isolated from each other (and be seen to be independent).

I shudder to think what would have happened a couple of years ago if the ones controlling the National Body and some of their backroom deals that were going on were also controlling the forum with some heated threads that were occurring.

OK! Guys, Listen to what the man is saying. You have to listen to what is being said/Read to comprehend. The man is saying that he wants a break and would pass the job along to another contender. I am not saying we are Putting Upon him but if one begins top feel they are being PUT on then the job at hand becomes tedious and a Task.. These are reasons I will not get involved in Club Life these days, not even VVF. It may well be my own fault for getting too heavily involved but in the end members started leaning heavily on me and then I walked away.

We don't need to do that to any Active Members and in fact we should be putting ourselves out there to assist where we can. Organizing can be a a task in itself and help can make all the difference.. Bleeding Yanks and POMs have it easy as they Choose to Hide in the Northern Hemisphere.
Ron

I am quite happy for any of those mentioned to take it on.

Not an easy job though so I guess it is for whoever puts their hand up.

Well I reckon that lachlan3556 has become the obvious choice and ticks all the boxes in my view.

1. Has accepted the nomination.
2. Seems sensible and level headed.
3. Been on the forum a while and seems to knows what's going on.
4. Is independent from the National Body.

lachlan3556 will do

No worries

Excellent thanks Laurie.

Congrats Lachlan, as I said before I think you'll perform this role really well.

Just to let everyone know I will retain admin rights to help Lachlan out, but he is definitely the elected Admin for this section and I won't take any actions without his stamp of approval.

Thanks so much to Hillsy for the last two, or was it three years and welcome to Lachy.

I am sure this forum will run as smooth as the surface of Lake Lefroy or would "silk" be a better analogy.

Goodonya Lachy,
Go for it. Do your best and learn as you go. You'll make it..
Ron

Thanks for stepping up.

Hillsy a well deserved rest. Ta for your help.