Independent Eric Dearricott writes that: The factions seem intent on changing the basis of branch membership to one branch in each state electorate and that members must join the sole branch in the state electorate in which they live. Their motivation is not about creating more effective local … [Read more...] about Community branches – better than one branch per state electorate
A well-run party that values its members
Party members know that party officials are being appointed on the basis of factional allegiance rather than their skills. They know pursuit of personal advancement has overtaken policy commitment and maintaining a broad support base and membership, and that their party has allowed blatant … [Read more...] about A well-run party that values its members
A guide to the branch stackers’ business model and how to stop it
Eric Dearricott has been a member of the Victorian ALP’s Administrative Committee since 2001 (apart from two years). A member of the Independents, and often the only Committee member who does not belong to one of the two main factions, he has worked consistently against branch stacking, and for a … [Read more...] about A guide to the branch stackers’ business model and how to stop it