National President's Welcome Hobart 1993

Welcome to Hobart for the second time in Superules Carnival history. My memory of Hobart in 1985 was one of good football, good fun, late nights, some big winners at Wrest Point and excellent overall organisation by the Tasmanian Committee.

There are still some of the 1985 members active on Angus Adams 1993 Organising Committee and I am sure their experience will enhance this year's carnival.

From the National Executive's point of view, there has been a tremendous amount of work undertaken and to Angus credit the size and organisation of Superules in Tasmania has continued to grow at a most encouraging rate.

As I have stated on past occasions, Superules has grown steadily and in some cases spectacularly since its formation in 1982 to a point where we now have 100 member clubs throughout Australia. As a matter of interest, there is a club currently operating on Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean and we are hopeful of having them participating in Perth next year.

Superules participation continues to grow at National Championship level with the introduction of the Seniorules division being hailed as a huge success by the last year's participants. Whilst the concept of no formal winners exists, Seniorules will prosper.

LINDISFARNE Football Club has been chosen as the host venue for this year's Carnival and I would suggest there has not been a more picturesque venue in the history of Superules Championships.

PATRON
It is with deep regret that Superules Australia's Patron, Mr Alan Schwab passed away during this season. Alan was a great help to Superules with his behind the scenes help and to his family goes Superules deepest sympathy.

TASMANIAN SUPPORT
Tasmania Superules has been well supported by the State Government and in particular, the Minister for Sport and Tourism, the Hon. Peter Hodgeman. On behalf of Superules Australia, may I take this opportunity to formally thank the Government for their support, the use of their facilities and the provision of staff to assist the Carnival Organising Committee in their endeavors.

The Holiday Isle will, I am sure, attract a majority of the expected 600 visitors to places outside the Hobart precincts at some stage of your trip.

The social program is one of the most promising presented to Superules members and provided the weather is kind to Angus and his cohorts, a great week will be had by all. An excellent environment has been created for old friendships to be renewed and new ones to begin, so make the most of your week of Football for Fun; Football for Kicks.

To the Supporting Sponsors of Tasmanian Superules headed by the Major Sponsor, Mr Bill Turner of Carlton & United Breweries Limited, thank you for your belief in Superules and also to the Tasmanian Football League for their support.

Ansett Australia continues to support Superules in a most positive manner. To their Groups and Conference Management Team of Max Wood and Dennis Smith, together with the various State's Group Travel Managers, I know the problems that you encounter moving large numbers, especially into the smaller ports such as Hobart and I thank you sincerely for your efforts.

In closing, I wish all players, umpires, and supporters the very best for this week and I trust the lasting memories you have of this week will be the fellowship and interaction you have had with your friends from the other States.