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The Chess
Association of Queensland Inc (CAQ) is the body controlling organised
over-the-board chess in the State of Queensland, Australia. CAQ is
affiliated with the Australian Chess Federation Inc and is a member of the
Sports Federation of Queensland Inc. CAQ is a non-profit body incorporated
under the Associations Incorporation Act of Queensland; its objects, powers
and organisation are specified in its Constitution.
CAQ is the
successor of the Queensland Chess Association, founded in 1897.
Its affairs
are managed by a committee known as the Council, typically comprising a
President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Membership Secretary,
Director of Coaching, Interclub Coordinator, Junior Chess Coordinator and
Equity Officer. Council normally meets every other month to conduct its
business. The day-to-day affairs of the Association between Council
meetings are conducted by the Executive - President, Vice President, Secretary
and Treasurer.
Members of
Council are elected by affiliated clubs voting at the annual general
meeting, and hold office for one year.
Membership
With effect
from 1 January 2003, the membership fee for individuals to join CAQ is $10
per calendar year and $20 for families.
What's in it for
me?
Member
benefits are:-
CAQ newsletter (published six times per year) by direct mail.
Inclusion of tournament results in the National Rating List and National
Rapid Rating List
Eligibility for Australian and Queensland title events
Tournament brochures and notices by mail, and regular email bulletins
Eligibility for bonus prizes in the Australian Grand Prix
The warm, fuzzy feeling from belonging to the chess community :o)
How to join
Click on the Contact link at the head of this page.
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