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http://www.apodc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Open-letter-2014.pdf

 

What is this over? A splitting is a massive step back for Podiatry growth

 

As a WA Podiatrist, I am extremely concerned about the actions of Podiatry WA and wonder if they have thought through the ramifications of their decision. We need unity now more than ever and I can only see this having a detrimental effect on us all, but especially WA pods. Would love to hear more from Podiatry WA explaining this action to us all.

 

Hmm I have to wonder what APodC are worried about because they are posting so much in so many places.

In the words of Shakespeare 'methinks the lady doth protest too much'

Could they, APodC, be worried that they are no longer a National organisation and that finally the Emperor has really been shown to have no clothes?

 

Most WA Pods did not see this coming and have been kept in the dark on this issue. I for one have had no official correspondence from the WA Association regarding this decision. I only became aware after the APodC sent me an email. Personally, I welcome the APodC "posting in so many places" because I am certainly not being kept informed by my State Association.

 

Thats not what the Association website states:

http://podiatrywesternaustralia.wildapricot.org/news/3147941

"12 Nov 2014 10:17

On the 7th of November Podiatry WA gave notice to resign form it's APODC membership. Letters explaining the resignation have been emailed to all members.

Podiatry WA is currently compiling information to answer the FAQs that we have been asked. This information will be posted in the members area of the website."

 

Hey Onycho

Are you even a member of Podiatry WA? I'm a member and I got the letter.

 

Sorry to quote myself and maybe the Swedish flag is a little mis-information , but I was a Aust reg pod for 15 years, but not now, so if someone could help

what is the ground issue of this ?

 

Hi Mike
I wish I could help you. The only information out there seems to be coming from the APodC who will be holding a meeting in Perth next week. As I didn't receive any notification about this issue from Podiatry WA, maybe Blind Freddy can shed some light on what is going on?

 

From APodC's Facebook page:

 

Hi Mike,

It appears to be about Money, and or Value for money from a Podiatry WA perspective.
It has happened in the past that a state either has or has threatened to leave the APodC.
NSW were not part of the APodC from the late 80s to early 90s, NZ were part of APodC for a few years, and other states have had their differences over time.

 

My take on all this is that the APodC, having lost NZ a few years ago, now WA, are very worried that some of the other states may follow.....

 

Hi all,

We’re not looking to get ourselves into every discussion about what is a complicated and still very new situation, we wanted to provide those who are interested and asking with the following link, which we initially sent out to WA members - http://www.apodc.com.au/index.php/apodc-busts-myths-about-the-podiatry-wa-resignation/

Hopefully this helps to answer some questions while we work through the issue, with the full support of the other member associations; otherwise, our office staff will do their best to assist and they can be reached on (03) 9416 3111 or via apodc@apodc.com.au.

Cheers,
Damian.