The recommendations, which were unanimously endorsed by NNSWF’s board, positions clubs as the agents of change by empowering local clubs to determine when they are ready for reform. Reform is not being imposed on the football community.

My understanding is that NOT all directors voted for the recommendations.
The consultants provided NNSW with 3 options, and DE decided to apply option 3 of a full takeover.
Personally I hope the zones are successful and then sack DE.
The current model has been in place for over 50 years that I know of and has been a relatively successful model.