We are changing (for the better!)

Our publication dates have changed. Clearly, this issue’s publication date is 1 April (covering April through June). Subsequent issues will be 1 July (July to September), 1 October (from October through December) and 1 January (covering January to March 2024).

We have made this change so that we can report on the Quarterly Communications more promptly. It also allows us to print the Grand Master’s Christmas message in early January rather than September or March! On this occasion only there will be two Quarterly Communication reports.

The format of the Freemason has not changed, but the significant increase in news from the lodges and chapters means that the ‘On the Level’ section is expanding; this is good news because we all need to know what our lodges and colleagues are doing.

We remind our readers that we welcome articles of all sorts. You don’t have to be a top­flight author, we have journalists who can edit your material, even if it’s just in dot­point form. Remember to include your contact details so that we can clarify any queries before publication, and don’t forget to supply accompanying photos (with captions) wherever possible.

Observant readers will have noticed a blank space on the back cover. This allows a reader or a DGIW to insert his contact details. Let’s distribute the spare copies of the magazine and attract more potential candidates.

The magazine is also increasing its advertising options to make it easier for lodges and brethren to place interesting advertisements in a variety of sizes – see the foot of the page for some new value offerings.

Scam Alert from MW Bro Derek Robson

‘RW Bro Bob Kitching PDGM passed me a copy of a scam purporting to come from me, suggesting he should get in early for a Community Grant of $135,000, available to all Australians over 55. But I know nothing about it. Coincidentally, I have been receiving similar messages from RW Bro Joe Haffner.’

We remind or readers that all these message scams are beyond our control and not genuine.