Wests Tigers face board controversy as CEO is stood down
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 11:01 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
The Wests Tigers have entered a new phase of boardroom turmoil as Daniel Paton, a key board member and CEO of Holman Barnes Group, has been stood down pending an investigation shortly after players returned to pre-season training. Paton's suspension follows complaints that have not been publicly detailed. An emergency board meeting led to his leave, and Michelle Nielsen has stepped in as interim CEO. This situation further complicates efforts by the club's new CEO Shaun Mielekamp to bring stability to the organization amidst ongoing issues, including political infighting and legal challenges within the Tigers' ownership structure.
- •Daniel Paton has been stood down after complaints were made against him.
- •Players returned to pre-season training before the board's decision.
- •Michelle Nielsen is appointed as interim CEO.
- •The situation presents challenges for new CEO Shaun Mielekamp.
- •The Tigers' ownership has faced multiple legal and political issues.
- 11:01 PMZero Tackle NRL — Trouble in Tiger Town: West Tigers embroiled in fresh board controversy
"The players had only just returned to pre-season training this week.
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