Pratt steps aside (new evidence? p23)

kingkerna · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:43 am

Dr.SHERRIN wrote:

Quote:

Graeme Samuel is one vindictive man. What did Pratt do to him??

it goes back to the 80's....long story.

short version?

Deano Supremo · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:44 am

Wojee wrote:

Dr.SHERRIN wrote:

Quote:

Graeme Samuel is one vindictive man. What did Pratt do to him??

it goes back to the 80's....long story.

If the Herald Sun and Age were worth the paper they're printed on they should be reporting on how the ACCC is being used to settle old scores.

WASTE OF TAXPAYERS MONEY

PD'sPC · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:45 am

Mm, mm, mm...Let's see, Richard Pratt created a very successful empire which in turn supplied lots of cardboard to other conglomerates (Coles, Safeway, etc); he helped create thousands of jobs to young Australians and by extension, their families; he has given untold wealth to lesser known (but certainly not the least valued) causes to the arts and charities; and he has given so much to Carlton FC, as a player as well as now. And yet, ACCC and other little people will stop at nothing to bring him down.... :garthp:

I understand most clearly that no-one is above the law, least of all R Pratt- however, if this isn't a witchunt of the highest order, then I'll go he....

Deano, QFT- a memo to ACCC: Just do your jobs properly this time- you are only after Pratty because he stopped and allowed you to catch him. Stop wasting taxpayers' monies and go after bigger fish, like the petrol companies, supermarkets, Spotless Catering....well, the list could go on!

Unfortunately, Pratty is a very benevolent philanthropist in more ways than one.... :wink:

frank dardew · **Joined:** Mon Feb 28, 2005 12:38 pm **Posts:** 7640

It is still serious whether he goes to jail or gets fined IF he is found guilty -the fact is that it is a criminal charge

Hopefully the charges are dropped OR ULTIMATELY defeated but THIS IS SERIOUS and all the fulminations about other price fixers /the role of the ACCC dont derogate from the seriousness of the charges

bluechucky · **Joined:** Sat Feb 26, 2005 6:29 am **Posts:** 13689

Press conference on now. Swann and Kerna at the press conference.

bluechucky · **Joined:** Sat Feb 26, 2005 6:29 am **Posts:** 13689

Pratt Standing aside.

Kerna is interim president

George Harris · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:48 am

Pratt standing aside. Kernhan interim president.

Siegfried · **Joined:** Fri Jun 24, 2005 12:30 pm **Posts:** 2864

Blues Clues wrote:

BTW, having buffoon Jack pleading his case is a shocking look for the club. Our PR people should step in here as his integrity is shot in the eyes of the general public.

Agree.

This is the second time in a week that Elliott has opened his big mouth. Someone should tell him to shut the @#$%&! up...period!

kingkerna · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:49 am

GO STICKS

bluechucky · **Joined:** Sat Feb 26, 2005 6:29 am **Posts:** 13689

Swann pumping up Pratts tyres (as he should)

Pratt very disappointed.
Standing aside not resigning - presumption of innocence.

Deano Supremo · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:50 am

Wow.

I love kernahan but gees I hope he's on a short leash.

oh and

F@#$ THE ACCC

DownUnderChick · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:50 am

Deano Supremo wrote:

Wow.

I love kernahan but gees I hope he's on a short leash.

oh and

F@#$ THE ACCC

QFT

SurreyBlue · **Joined:** Mon Feb 28, 2005 8:32 am **Posts:** 10611

I knew it ... not happy. :twisted:

Hopefully Pratty still stays involved in the background, actually I'm sure he will but ... not happy. :evil:

The Duke · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:51 am

Sucks big time but was the only option to take.

I don't know if Pratty's health is 100% and he should concerntrate on beating the charges as privately as possible. Where we're going as a footy club won't allow him to do that.

DownUnderChick · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:51 am

No respect for the elderly.

Doc, you need to cough up on the grudge between Dick and Samuel.

camel · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:52 am

Notes from press conference...

Greg Swann: Richard Pratt will stand aside, effective immediately, until ACCC matter is resolved. Kernahan to assume interim president's role.

Disappointing development for Carlton, Pratt has made an outsanding contribution to the club. Sixteen months ago Richard answered the club's call, and he was honoured to accept role to serve the club he has supported as player, sponsor and board member.

Has all happened pretty quickly, and it expected Pratt will come back if ACCC issue is sorted quickly.

Players are pretty resilient, very supportive and will continue on in a professional manner.

Judd's ambassador role with Visy is expected to continue, although has not been discussed.

No issue with Visy's corporate support of the club.

Stephen Kernahan: A lot of good stuff happening and we have to keep that going.

bluebo baggers · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:52 am

Ahmed Fahour - come on down.

Ciccio · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:52 am

Would think that Sticks as interim president is purely political and for show, with him being a club legend and all.

In reality there would be others pulling the strings at th top!

bluechucky · **Joined:** Sat Feb 26, 2005 6:29 am **Posts:** 13689

Sticks - Phone off the hook... Carlton people very supportive of Dick.
Swan - not damaging to club

Some stupid questions from the journo's :roll:

Demetriou advised.... nothing much else said.

Players resilient and supportive.

kingkerna · **Posted:** Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:54 am

Pratt will still be running things.

Sticks will be a great 'face' of the club in the meantime.

Who do you think he will call for advice - and report to.

We don't need anyone from 'outside' with their own agendas.

We have the best people running the club (thanks to Dick), if anything this should bond the club together.

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