Another active year with plenty of website action. The domain name of www.tra.org.au has been renewed for the period July 2006‑2008. The activity of the site is again growing:
2001 report over 13,700 hits ‑
2002 report over 26,220 hits ‑
2003 report over 43,000 hits ‑
2004 report over 61,500 hits ‑
2005 report over 78,500 hits -
2006 report over 95,500 hits ‑
2007 report over 115,000 hits.
Disappointed that there has been a drop off in the number of competition organisers sending results for the site. While I have been able to track down many, it would be more appropriate to receive them a tot closer to the competitions. Many thanks however to those who continue to send through their results.
I was under the impression, from last year's meeting, that there was to be an encouragement for others (ie Executive committee members, Technical officers, Coaches) to compose articles for the website. This has not happened, although it would be most welcome. Like David Hollister, appropriate ramblings are most welcome.
As a way to canvas the feeling of the membership, both Development and Technical could possible use the website more to their advantage ‑ something to consider in the coming year.
Potential advertisers need to be contacted this month and I anticipate that most will again stay on board. The Treasurer sends accounts to advertisers ‑ $50 per year.
They include Graeme Forbes Wholesalers, Kim Frazer's Shootenstuff, Miro Sipek - Kurt Thune, David Hollister ‑ Omega Press, David Kerr ‑ Target Solutions. Others are always welcome of course.
I am willing to continue in the web role for the coming year.
1. that TRA continue to financial support the website with the known
costs of
a) internet costs $350
b) telephone share $150
TOTAL $500