Jason,
Ian Nicholls comes to Darwin every year because the NT Association pay for his travel, he stays with family in Darwin and we try and look after Ian by covering any additional expenses he has. He is not paid for his time - he is a volunteer and as you know his programs are the best in the world for tenpin coverage. His role at the Nationals is no different, his travel and accommodation is paid if necessary and he works as a volunteer, receiving a small renumeration for his 2 weeks at Nationals and the hours of preparation that goes into preparing the program for each event. Ian is a huge resource that our sport is lucky enough to have and I am sure we would welcome his attendance at all ranked events if the promoters like I found the sponsorship or finance to pay his way. TBA is not in a position to do that financially at this time.
June Voukolos