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Gary Pert welcoming them to Caulfield as though we are already sorted there and they are the Johnny come latelys is bloody cringeworthy. We still don't even have a business case and have a $70m funding gap while they've finalised a $195m purchase of land.

“We welcome the announcement that Mount Scopus Memorial College intend to be our neighbour, building a new campus adjacent to Caulfield Racecourse,” Pert said.

https://www.melbournefc.com.au/news/1703615

 
1 hour ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

Gary Pert welcoming them to Caulfield as though we are already sorted there and they are the Johnny come latelys is bloody cringeworthy. We still don't even have a business case and have a $70m funding gap while they've finalised a $195m purchase of land.

“We welcome the announcement that Mount Scopus Memorial College intend to be our neighbour, building a new campus adjacent to Caulfield Racecourse,” Pert said.

https://www.melbournefc.com.au/news/1703615

That is very uncalled for Dr. gonzo and very cringe worthy. Perty is very smart and professional and he is working for Us.!!

1 hour ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

Gary Pert welcoming them to Caulfield as though we are already sorted there and they are the Johnny come latelys is bloody cringeworthy. We still don't even have a business case and have a $70m funding gap while they've finalised a $195m purchase of land.

“We welcome the announcement that Mount Scopus Memorial College intend to be our neighbour, building a new campus adjacent to Caulfield Racecourse,” Pert said.

https://www.melbournefc.com.au/news/1703615

I think you have misread the quote. 

"We welcome the announcement that Mount Scopus Memorial College intend to be our neighbour......"

This is positive language, assuming our deal is done. Not cringeworthy at all. Well played I say.

 
22 minutes ago, No. 31 said:

Pert & MFC most definitely would have known about the incoming Scopus deal.

Agree No.31, getting MFC & Mount Scopus is huge for Glen Eira, a huge injection of infrastructure, capital and great people, as previously mentioned - Win-Win-Win.


I just realized I am in a pretty unique situation in this project.

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

I am a Life Governor and member of the Foundation of Mt. Scopus College, with grand children attending the school. I am not a former student, as I went to Melbourne High School, which I am incidentally also a Life member of the MHSOBA ( the old boys association ).

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse ).

I will see if I can engage any of the Committee for some info on Saturday, in the winner's room hopefully, after winning the last race.🤞

2 minutes ago, Redleg said:

I just realized I am in a pretty unique situation in this project.

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

I am a Life Governor and member of the Foundation of Mt. Scopus College, with grand children attending the school. I am not a former student, as I went to Melbourne High School, which I am incidentally also a Life member of the MHSOBA ( the old boys association ).

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse ).

I will see if I can engage any of the Committee for some info on Saturday, in the winner's room hopefully, after winning the last race.🤞

Are you sure you aren't actually running the whole thing?!?

Great work looking into some inside info!

50 minutes ago, No. 31 said:

Pert & MFC most definitely would have known about the incoming Scopus deal.

You would sure hope so...

 
12 minutes ago, Redleg said:

I just realized I am in a pretty unique situation in this project.

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

I am a Life Governor and member of the Foundation of Mt. Scopus College, with grand children attending the school. I am not a former student, as I went to Melbourne High School, which I am incidentally also a Life member of the MHSOBA ( the old boys association ).

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse ).

I will see if I can engage any of the Committee for some info on Saturday, in the winner's room hopefully, after winning the last race.🤞

You seem to have so many conflicts of interest that they all cancel out making you the ideal person to get this done.

20 minutes ago, DistrACTION Jackson said:

Are you sure you aren't actually running the whole thing?!?

 

It would be a done deal for the Dees if I was.


1 minute ago, Redleg said:

It would be a done deal for the Dees if I was.

now all you need is to find a way to get your hands on about $100m 😎

10 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

now all you need is to find a way to get your hands on about $100m 😎

idea! What price is Red's horse on Saturday?

31 minutes ago, Redleg said:

...

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse )....

🤞

Enjoyed a meal named after your horse in Italy a coupla months back. Maybe have a fiver each way.

38 minutes ago, Redleg said:

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

That's an excellent achievement IMO.

Approximate what years or at least decade were you a director?

6 minutes ago, M_9 said:

Enjoyed a meal named after your horse in Italy a coupla months back. Maybe have a fiver each way.

Remember he is a 9 year old now, so getting very close to retirement.


34 minutes ago, Bring-Back-Powell said:

That's an excellent achievement IMO.

Approximate what years or at least decade were you a director?

1980’s. Team Manager in 1970’s. Member of Club Foundation. Founded a supporters group, started the first club magazine, did some recruiting and other roles over the years. That is a summary.

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41 minutes ago, Redleg said:

1980’s. Team Manager in 1970’s. Member of Club Foundation. Founded a supporters group, started the first club magazine, did some recruiting and other roles over the years. That is a summary.

No one should doubt your commitment Mr. Leg

 

3 hours ago, ManDee said:

I think you have misread the quote. 

"We welcome the announcement that Mount Scopus Memorial College intend to be our neighbour......"

This is positive language, assuming our deal is done. Not cringeworthy at all. Well played I say.

Exactly, assuming our deal is done. We don't even have a business case finalised yet let alone finding the funding and getting it all approved.

If the MRC Chairman is opposed to our presence there what is the chances this gets over the line?

1 hour ago, Redleg said:

1980’s. Team Manager in 1970’s. Member of Club Foundation. Founded a supporters group, started the first club magazine, did some recruiting and other roles over the years. That is a summary.

Heck of a resume Mr Leg, couldn't be a better placed person to get perspective on this from. 

Are we also allowed to know what years you were a MHSOB?

And thanks for the tip this Sat.

15 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

Exactly, assuming our deal is done. We don't even have a business case finalised yet let alone finding the funding and getting it all approved.

If the MRC Chairman is opposed to our presence there what is the chances this gets over the line?

Just to provide an alternative view, they may have a very good idea of where the funding is coming from already without having it formalised in a business plan. They are probably in the process of getting the different parties to sign off on agreements of funding, to then finalise the business case.


2 hours ago, Redleg said:

I just realized I am in a pretty unique situation in this project.

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

I am a Life Governor and member of the Foundation of Mt. Scopus College, with grand children attending the school. I am not a former student, as I went to Melbourne High School, which I am incidentally also a Life member of the MHSOBA ( the old boys association ).

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse ).

I will see if I can engage any of the Committee for some info on Saturday, in the winner's room hopefully, after winning the last race.🤞

I want a report in triplicate on my desk by 9 on Sunday, 11 if your horse wins!

2 hours ago, Redleg said:

I just realized I am in a pretty unique situation in this project.

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

I am a Life Governor and member of the Foundation of Mt. Scopus College, with grand children attending the school. I am not a former student, as I went to Melbourne High School, which I am incidentally also a Life member of the MHSOBA ( the old boys association ).

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse ).

I will see if I can engage any of the Committee for some info on Saturday, in the winner's room hopefully, after winning the last race.🤞

So, the name of our new facility is sewn up, then.

3 hours ago, Redleg said:

I just realized I am in a pretty unique situation in this project.

I am a MFC member of about 50 years and former Executive Director of the Club, among other roles.

I am a Life Governor and member of the Foundation of Mt. Scopus College, with grand children attending the school. I am not a former student, as I went to Melbourne High School, which I am incidentally also a Life member of the MHSOBA ( the old boys association ).

I am also a member of the MRC and part owner of racehorses, including one running in the last race at Caulfield this saturday, which I hope doesn't " clam up " ( a hint as to which horse ).

I will see if I can engage any of the Committee for some info on Saturday, in the winner's room hopefully, after winning the last race.🤞

Yeh, yeh, but, but … what have you done recently!

Seriously that is an amazing amount of public service Redleg, commendations to you. Incidentally it matches up quite nicely against my own. I went to a match once.

 
1 hour ago, layzie said:

Heck of a resume Mr Leg, couldn't be a better placed person to get perspective on this from. 

Are we also allowed to know what years you were a MHSOB?

And thanks for the tip this Sat.

1966-1970 I did honours Matriculation, meaning I failed the first go, as I only sat for 2 subjects, English and Music.

I was playing in bands and heading the wrong way, but my Parents intervened and life took a u-turn.


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