29 October 2008 : Triathlon Queensland has a New President

Michael Broadbent (Redcliffe Triathlon Club) was appointed President of Triathlon Queensland.  Three
additional board members were appointed Brad Gunn and Roy Hopper with Rob Eley taking up the 1/2
term director position.

Michael Broadbent paid tribute to Wayne Wilson on behalf of the board and all members of Triathlon
Queensland. 
"Triathlon Queensland would like to thank and officially recognise the contribution of
Wayne Wilson as President of Triathlon Queensland for 4 years.  As President he has
seen the company through some turbulent times and has been integral to the development
of the strong, stable, strategic environment that exists in Triathlon Queensland today."

Wayne Wilson presented his final report at the AGM on the 14 October, 2008.  His full report is available
in the 2008 Annual Report (available on-line soon).  It is summarised below:

Events - aim for cost neutral, growing, healthy numbers
Member Services - CEO meeting with clubs, able to service club needs
Training/Coaching Courses - Qld is the National benchmark.
Junior Development - Strong results, opportunities for elite/age group development pathways provided.
Office - Running more efficiently.  Enthusiasm & Drive.  Rigorous recruitment process. 2 full time staff.

Challenges - website development ongoing, increasing membership, sustainability of organisation with
less reliance on government funding

Acknowledgements - TQ staff, volunteers, the board who have driven the company growth & development.
World Championships is local near year so another opportunity for TQ & members.