MNZ elections?

[The Chow]

I am not on anyones side here, but the aforementioned could be construed as slanderous and if anyone decides to take offence (no, not a fence) you and this websites administrators could be taken to task over such a comment.

One needs to be thoughtful and careful before committing to writing ones thoughts. This site is neither truely anonymous as the site has your personal details, nor fleeting as all posts will be archived somewhere.

Enjoy

Problems only arise if what people say isn't true. If you think dirty tricks don't happen , explain why the president tried to get the MARLBOROUGH CLUB to ditch it's president recently and if didn't it would not get the junior moto-x championships next year. What business does the MNZ president have interferring in club's activities ?

What happened to the Oceania funding this year? Last year the CEO thought fit to give the $9000 to post classics to travel to Phillip Island. I have no problem with post classics , but with respect they are not the future of the sport , wouldn't it been better helping a couple of young riders with an overseas experience instead?

What this shit about a charter? ask TVNZ about charters. They are a load of BS.Just like "Mission Statements". Enough corporate speak , MNZ is not a business it is an incorporated society and you guys are the stake holders, now do something and vote for change. Will cahnge be better ? Well hell it couldn't get much worse than it is now

[suzuki mama]

Thank you for your comments.
The household male has pointed out him being a lawyer that as long as I stick to the facts Im on on solid ground.

He might ride a Harley but he does have his uses!!!!!!!

Fact, all the castrol sponsership money was raised by Paul Stewart and his team that meant every cent went to roadracing.
MNZ ie the CEO withdrew the 10,000 they had put in in the past citing they couldnt afford it!

Fact-in prievious years the CEO received a percentage of the sponsership money he raised -as a rider I would love someone official in MNZ to come on and tell me why and assure me this isnt still happening

Fact - I live in a democracy ,I have the right to question and to hold an opinion without being in fear of retribution if you dont like my opinion,

Fact-regretfully I am not in fear and trembling at what he who must be obeyed perceives as veiled threats of consequences should I continue to post things based on fact.

I would hate to think office staff or anyone else had so little to do that discovering my identidy was such an issue.
There are enough cans of worms floating to the surface as it is

Rest assured a very expensive QC god bless him has faithfully promised he will be first in the queue at the sports tribunal because he really loved bit in annual reports that states MNZ will do away with appeals to sports tribunal unless they see fit and the high court to protect my rights and with very reasonable fees.
I hope this puts your mind at rest ,he is as we speak devouring the annual report and I feel sure I will be continuing on with some very interesting observations isnt love wonderful

[Ozzy27]

Yeah the voting papers arrived, little confused ,4 registered members ie have licences ,7 packs arrived...

Mine arrived Yesterday. But 2 packs arrived?? How many others have received 2?? How much would a double up cost??
Maybe they are trying to get everyone to vote twice and make all voting forms invalid or have I read to many conspiracy Novels??

[Maarty]

Mine arrived Yesterday. But 2 packs arrived?? How many others have received 2?? How much would a double up cost??
Maybe they are trying to get everyone to vote twice and make all voting forms invalid or have I read to many conspiracy Novels??

Hey Oz, can you send me on set as I have just signed up and want to make sure that I don't miss out on my vote!

Hell, I will send MNZ the cost of postage to cover the 2up!

[Grey Beard]

Jim Tuckerman has been having trouble Logging In and has asked me to post this;

For the benefit of those who don't know me and as the 200 words MNZ allowed didn't really do it.

Below are a couple of selected sections of my Full CV.

B J (Jim) Tuckerman

I have been involved with Motorcycling for over thirty years, I had done some scrambling in the Wairarapa, before moving to Wellington for work in 1970 and then became involved with the Gracefield Grand Prix in 1972.
I had an Ariel Arrow as transport in those days.

I became Chairman of the Wellington Motorcycle Grand Prix Society in 1974, and was involved in the running of the “Marlboro Series” at Gracefield. I then became heavily involved in the Hutt Valley Motorcycle Club, serving on the committee and latterly as President and was made a Life member in 1988.

While in the HVMCC Inc, I was involved with the running of such events as “Suzuki 1000” at Queen Elizabeth Park, the Mr. Motocross Series around the Hutt Valley and the North Vs South MX at Porirua, to mention a few. I was also part of the organizing group who originally formed and managed the Motocross Park at Kaitoke, north of Upper Hutt.

I was also involved in the running of the Nissan Mobil 500 from 1987 till 1994 and then took on the role of Operations Manager of the 1996 Mobil Wellington Street Race.

During the same period I served as an Assistant District Steward for the then ACU, and was actively involved in the governing side of the Sport, from club Steward through to Executive member of MNZ.

I have been involved in all forms of Road Racing from club events at Levin and Manfield, to International Series throughout the country. I have been involved in many of the different Street Circuits which have been run throughout New Zealand (Gracefield, Porirua, Masterton, Lyall Bay, Lambton Harbour, Taihape, Wanganui, Onekawa, Gisborne, Hamilton, Freeman’s Bay, Paeroa) to mention a few.

I currently owns and runs an event company (The Event Mechanics Ltd), a PR / Media company (Motorsport Network Ltd) and am in partnership in two television production companies (TeleSport NZ Ltd and Total Sport on TV Ltd)

Over the last couple of years, I have been assisting Paul Stewart with the running of the New Zealand Road Race Championships. With the support of Castrol New Zealand, the Motorcycle Distributors (Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha) the Series has got bigger and better each year.

Below are just some of the events I have been involved with over the years,
Either as organiser, Clerk of the Course or Steward.

Gracefield Grand Prix
Suzuki 1000 Q E Park
Mr Motocross Series
Marlboro Series Pukekohe, Wanganui, Gracefield, Levels, Ruapuna
Junior MX Championships Moonshine
Junior MX Championships QE Park
NZ Beach Championships Peka Peka
North vs South Motocross Porirua
NZTTs Manfeild
Motocross Manfeild
Cemetery Circuit Wanganui
Porirua Grand Prix
Onekawa Grand Prix
NZ MX Championship QE Park
Castrol 6 Hour Manfeild
NZ MX Championship Wanganui
Gumboot Grand Prix Taihape
Gisborne “Battle of the Streets”
Lyall Bay Street Circuit
NZ MX GP Woodville
Lambton Harbour Two Wheeler.


In more recent times as Media Manager for MNZ and others:

NZ Road Race Champs at Teretonga, Levels, Ruapuna, Manfeild, Pukekohe
NZ MX Champs at New Plymouth, Pukekohe, Blenhiem, Rotorua, Hastings
NZ Junior MX Champs at New Plymouth, Rotorua, Mosgiel, Otorohunga


I trust this shows I have been around a little, if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me.

VOTE FOR CHANGE

Jim Tuckerman

[Grey Beard]

Jim also asked me to post this:

WHY I AM STANDING FOR ELECTION

For too long the Board and office of MNZ has believed for them to be approached by the members was a privilege for the members.

The TIME has come for CHANGE and I believe I have the ability, the commitment and the strong support of Sponsors, the Industry and riders to provide a much needed WAKE-UP call for MNZ.

MNZ needs to listen to the concerns of its Stakeholders (the licence holders, the clubs and our support networks).

A clear decisive hand needs to be at the top, to address the areas MNZ is failing in and to bring back Confidence in the Board and MNZ as a whole.
I may not have all the answers, but I am prepared to listen and take on board any point of view.

Our SPORT is disintegrating around us and hard decisions have to be made.

I believe the running of the Sport needs to go back to Commissions from whom it has in some cases been hijacked, in order to involve the widest views in each disciplines.

MNZ is not the OFFICE in Huntly, it is NOT the BOARD, it is each and every rider, club and club member.

We need to rebuild confidence in our organisation, make the working of the Board and the Office more open and transparent and build our profile in every way open to US.

MNZ needs to go back to grassroots and concentrate on all members, look at the services it provides and better utilise the money, talents and opportunities available to US.

SO THIS IS WHY I HAVE ACCEPTED NOMINATION FOR PRESIDENT.

If you have any questions my contact details are Ph 021 725 614
or email motorsportnetwork@ihug.co.nz

JIM TUCKERMAN

[Wingnut]

Mine arrived Yesterday. But 2 packs arrived?? How many others have received 2?? How much would a double up cost??
Maybe they are trying to get everyone to vote twice and make all voting forms invalid or have I read to many conspiracy Novels??

Yea I received 2 packs also. Guess that explains why they spent $60k+ on printing and stationery and a further $20k+ on postage and courier fees.

[Robert Taylor]

thank you for your comments.
The household male has pointed out him being a lawyer that as long as i stick to the facts im on on solid ground.

He might ride a harley but he does have his uses!!!!!!!

Fact, all the castrol sponsership money was raised by paul stewart and his team that meant every cent went to roadracing.
Mnz ie the ceo withdrew the 10,000 they had put in in the past citing they couldnt afford it!

Fact-in prievious years the ceo received a percentage of the sponsership money he raised -as a rider i would love someone official in mnz to come on and tell me why and assure me this isnt still happening

fact - i live in a democracy ,i have the right to question and to hold an opinion without being in fear of retribution if you dont like my opinion,

fact-regretfully i am not in fear and trembling at what he who must be obeyed perceives as veiled threats of consequences should i continue to post things based on fact.

I would hate to think office staff or anyone else had so little to do that discovering my identidy was such an issue.
There are enough cans of worms floating to the surface as it is

rest assured a very expensive qc god bless him has faithfully promised he will be first in the queue at the sports tribunal because he really loved bit in annual reports that states mnz will do away with appeals to sports tribunal unless they see fit and the high court to protect my rights and with very reasonable fees.
I hope this puts your mind at rest ,he is as we speak devouring the annual report and i feel sure i will be continuing on with some very interesting observations isnt love wonderful

''you have the right to an opinion as long as it agrees with the ceo''

[ricey]

I am not on anyones side here, but the aforementioned could be construed as slanderous and if anyone decides to take offence (no, not a fence) you and this websites administrators could be taken to task over such a comment.

One needs to be thoughtful and careful before committing to writing ones thoughts. This site is neither truely anonymous as the site has your personal details, nor fleeting as all posts will be archived somewhere.

Enjoy

Keep in mind guys and girls, this site's server (as well as mine) is based in the USA, and all content here falls under US guideline, remember freedom of speach anyone?

I know for a fact that excerpts from my site as well as this site have been copied and sent to MNZ legal team to try and shut them down.

Now guess who is paying for that?

The fact is to much time is spent trying to shut us up, rather than concentrating on the real issues of trying to get this right.

Over the past few years my images have been used by MNZ to promote the NZ MX Nats in the race programs, I have now been told by PP that because of my site and it's content that that may not happen in the future.

Now we are not talking about a huge amount of money here, however I never make back what I spend each year to get to these events to help promote the sport.

It is time for a change, and that change will come.

[BJT666]

Morning all,

I have finally got logged on.

So lets start the day with a laugh.

My call sign is BJT666, on another site it has a space between BJT and 666.

Brain in neutral last night I registered just as BJT666 no space, so every time I tried to log on the system rejected me.

I was beginning to yell and scream but I have worked it out.

So firstly thanks Grey Beard for posting my stuff last night.

If anyone has any questions about the MNZ Elections do not hesitate to contact me.
Ph 021 725 614
email motorsportnetwork@ihug.co.nz

[BJT666]

Bill Grice Endorses Jim Tuckerman for President of MNZ

24 April 2009

JIM TUCKERMAN

When I was told Jim planned to put his name forward for the position of President of Motorcycling New Zealand my initial reaction was “Great, that’s just what MNZ needs, but will enough of the silent majority make the effort to show their support?”
I don’t know whether they will, or not, that is something we will find out in due course, but they should, because MNZ needs change.

I have known Jim for a very long time and had many dealings with him in my roles as CEO of Suzuki New Zealand and Chairman of the New Zealand Motorcycle Distributors - MIA. During that time we have had many discussions on all sorts of motorcycle based subjects. We agree on a lot of things, we disagree on some, but we always respect each other’s point of view, and I admire his talent. In all my contacts with Jim his sole mission has been to achieve a satisfactory outcome to whatever project he is involved with. As stated we don’t always agree, and fact sometimes we have been known to argue at considerable length but with the clear objective of achieving the best outcome.

I have absolutely no doubt Jim has the ability, drive and tenacity to do an excellent job in the Presidents role. He doesn’t suffer fools, and he will challenge any comments he disagrees with, no matter who makes them. But equally he is always prepared to listen to and accept sound advice, irrespective of who offers it.
MNZ is an organisation that needs strong leadership. It is subject to the influences of many of the “personalities” within the sport, many of whom have put in considerable time and effort over the years but who now should recognise the need for new leadership – strong leadership – even contentious leadership.

Jim will provide that leadership and he will work hard for the betterment of the sport. There shouldn’t be any place for apathy within the MNZ. It is an Association that needs dedicated hard working members. And the leaders should set the examples for all to follow. Another valuable strength of Jim’s is he keeps personalities right out of any discussion, and no matter how contentious it may become he focuses solely only on the subject matter. Sadly this appears to be something many members within of the MNZ are not able to do with any degree of success. And it is a very necessary attribute in any leader.

MNZ needs new direction, Jim can deliver that. I fully endorse him and support his bid for President.

Bill Grice
Chief Executive Officer – Suzuki New Zealand Limited
Chairman – New Zealand Motorcycle Distributors Division of MIA

[Shaun]

Fantastic support there from Bill @ Suzuki JIM

You have my vote for sure

[k14]

Fantastic support there from Bill @ Suzuki JIM

You have my vote for sure

Yeah my thoughts exactly. That is a very big show of support. Got my vote for sure. *Goes to post office*

[Dodgy]

Mmm, I remember a lot or ranting and raving from Jim on another website and then effectively blocked free speech and shut it down. Not to mention the Cemetery Circuit debacle one year..

Be careful that you are not replacing one a.hole with another - something that politicians also find convenient is our propensity to quickly forget a woeful track record

[Shaun]

Mmm, I remember a lot or ranting and raving from Jim on another website and then effectively blocked free speech and shut it down. Not to mention the Cemetery Circuit debacle one year..

Be careful that you are not replacing one a.hole with another - something that politicians also find convenient is our propensity to quickly forget a woeful track record

We can all make mistakes dude!

Do you have another person in mind that has the same backing from the CEO of Suzuki NZ