Club Constitutional Changes
In order to comply with the requirements of the new 2022 Act we need to rethink rules and operations, which requires us to amend our constitutions.
NZ Bridge Board member, Anne Barrowclough, has taken the lead on understanding these changes. Anne hosted a Zoom call for clubs on the 22nd of August 2024. During this call, Anne covered what has changed and the implication on operations and governance within bridge clubs. She provided an action plan, and some tips and tricks to bring your constitution together.
Anne's key point is to start now and tackle it in small bursts. It's not difficult, but there is a process needing to be worked through. Appoint someone to lead the process with your committee and follow the wonderful step-by-step guide Anne has provided. The result is improved governance and clarity plus compliance with the expectations of the Act - supporting your operations today and for those who will take over in future.
The recording of the call can be accessed by clicking here.
You can access Anne's presentation here: 
Constitutional Changes PPT10Aug (0.44MB).
Here is further detail Anne has pulled together about Financial Reporting Requirements (0.43MB) under the new Act for the different entity tiers.
These Frequently Asked Questions will be updated as new questions arise: Frequently Asked Constitution Questions - 28Aug (0.10MB)
Here are some links to other helpful information:
It is recommended that you visit the Incorporated Societies website which may well answer many of your questions.
Why be an incorporated society
Implications of not re-registering
