Freemasonry Victoria Magazine Issue 137

Freemasonry Victoria SUMMER 2013 ISSUE 137

United Grand Lodge turns 125 United Grand Lodge of Victoria reflects on the last 125 years as it looks forward to its quasquicentennial

Our History

The Waverley Masonic Centre

Bryn's School

Giving hope through education

Our Principles Make a Difference

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2014

Grand Installation and You are Invited Freemasons Victoria invites you and your guests to the Grand Installation of

RWBro. Hillel Benedykt as Grand Master

20 March 2014 at 7:30pm Masonic Centre of Victoria You are also cordially invited to the Grand Banquet and associated functions, details and applications forms for which are included with this magazine.

Email enquiries to: installation@freemasonsvic.net.au Online registrations: www.trybooking.com/65688

In this issue: 3 Hidden Treasures 5 Lodge of Australia Felix No. 1 6 Waverley Masonic Centre 8 Bryn's School 10 Member Interviews Bro. James Mav

11 Habits of Going the Extra Mile

12 Book Review

The Stone Puzzle of Rosslyn Chapel

14 A Great Wall, A Great Experience 15 Pieces of My Life Justin's West Wing

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Around the World Kiwi's Can Fly!

21 The Don Story story

22 Making a Difference

Prostate Cancer - The Silent Disease

24 Further Afield

Behind Every Great Man...

Is a Great Woman

26 Quiz Time

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Freemasonry Victoria Magazine Issue 137 The official magazine of the United Grand Lodge of Victoria (Freemasons Victoria) Website: freemasonsvic.net.au FaceBook: facebook.com/freemasonsvic Twitter: @freemasonsvic YouTube: youtube.com/user/freemasonsvic LinkedIn: Freemasons Victoria Google+: Freemasons Victoria Telephone: (03) 9411 0111 Toll Free: 1800 068 416 Fax: (03) 9416 1468 Editor Gabrielle Forman (03) 9411 0101 Contact Us Email: editor@freemasonsvic.net.au Fax: (03) 9416 1468 Mail: The Editor, Freemasonry Victoria Magazine C/- 300 Albert Street, East Melbourne Editorial submissions: Article or photo submissions for each issue must be received by the end of the month, following the release of the previous issue.

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Letters to the Editor Dear Editor Thank you for another issue of Freemasonry Victoria Magazine. I enjoyed your story about Kimberley Kay-Class and her heart condition. It made me realise that heart problems don't just happen to older people, and I should count myself lucky that I so far (knock on wood), have been quite lucky. I thought it was incredible to hear that despite all of the stress and drama the Kay-Class family faced, they still choose to donate funds to HeartKids - just wonderful!

Anonymous - Heartfelt Dear Editor I was very much looking forward to the Field of Remembrance event that was promoted in the last issue of Freemasonry Victoria Magazine. I thought your description of the spirit of Anzac was very thorough.

Since Magazine No. 136 was published, the Field of Remembrance event and the Ceremonial Team's Ceremony of the Unknkown Soldier has been and gone. It was a wonderful show of support for our diggers. I saw all of the white crosses on the front lawn of the Masonic Centre, and thought it was a great way of sharing memories.

Thank you Anonymous

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Hidden treasures

from the Freemasons Victoria

Library & Museum

Was your Grandfather or Great Grandfather a Freemason?

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ne of the pleasures as a volunteer in our Library and Museum, is researching the many requests for the Masonic histories of Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad.

Here is a brief outline of two recent enquiries from two ladies wanting information regarding their relative, and some information that was shared from them in relation to their Dad and Grandad.

In future issues of our magazine we will highlight the careers of Dozens of local rag trade legends including Simon Shinberg, invited back to their old stamping these great Freemasons. ground in Flinders Lane for the book launch of 'Schmattes' by Leslie Sharon Rosenthal in 2005.

Simon Shinberg was Initiated January 1949, at Federation Lodge, and was Worshipful Master in September 1961.

Iddo Robert Munro was Initiated in June 1924 at Ancient York Lodge, and Worshipful Master by December 1936.

Simon was a leading Fashion Designer in Australia, and a regular on the television show In Melbourne Tonight with Graeme Kennedy (Freemason). The Executive Producer and the Producer were also Freemasons.

Iddo (Snowy) was an accomplished cyclist, and held the Warrnambool to Melbourne road race record for 23 years.

Simon was instrumental in organising the Fashions on the Field at the Flemington Spring Racing Carnival, and also arranged for the fashion model Twiggy to attend the Carnival. (More about Simon in future issues).

Snowy rode in the Tour De France in 1914, and was one of the first Australians to ride in the Tour. He finished 20th out of 154.

Snowy was also an inventor and engineer. (More about Iddo in future issues).

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125TH ANNIVERSARY

United Grand Lodge turns

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United Grand Lodge of Victoria reflects on the last 125 years as it looks forward to its quasquicentennial

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reemasonry has been in Australia since the arrival of the First Fleet which landed in Botany Bay, New South Wales, in 1788.

Officers and military men who came from England as the first settlers of our country, established military lodges that were granted travelling warrants. The first Lodge established was the Australian Social Lodge, which held its first meeting on 4 January 1820 in Sydney.

There is no doubt that the foundations of our wonderful city and great state, have been hugely influenced by some great leaders and principles that directly relate to Freemasonry.

On 23 December 1839, in Melbourne, 21 influential Freemasons, drew up a petition to form a Masonic Lodge. This Lodge was to be called the Lodge of Australia Felix.

A lodge is a group of men, who come together and collectively practice the traditions and proud principles that are Freemasonry.

In 1839 there were three predominant governing constitu-

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tions in Victoria, the English, Scottish and Irish. These had arrived in their form with the first settlers to our country.

Freemasonry played a pivotal part in the growth and establishment of our state. This was evidenced by the fact that some of the foundation stones of our most prominent buildings, such as the Melbourne Court House, the Melbourne Hospital, and the Princes Bridge, were laid by Freemasons.

By the 1880’s, Freemasonry in Victoria had grown to such a degree that there were over 100 Lodges scattered throughout the state. The number of Lodges in Melbourne grew by 50 per cent in six years, and Freemasonry was indeed, prominent at the highest levels, influencing every walk of life.

In 1883, a group of men decided that a new, Victorian named and based body be formed to govern and oversee

Freemasonry in Victoria, and the Grand Lodge of Victoria was established.

By 1889, such was the continued growth, influence, popularity, strength and presence of Freemasonry in Victoria, that further consolidation occurred, creating the United Grand Lodge of Victoria.

The Installation of the first Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of Victoria was held at the Melbourne Town Hall on the 21 March 1889, with over 6,000 Freemasons in attendance, starting a remarkable journey that remains pivotal in our society today.

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The Lodge of Australia Felix

No. 1

Excerpts from a 5-page historical document found in the United Grand Lodge Library & Museum

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efore the the foundation of Lodge of Australia Felix, the first Lodge in Victoria, it is interesting to note some early historical data showing how closely Freemasonry followed in the path of settlement in this State.

Victorian land was first dicovered

by Captain James Cook, R.N., in command of His Majesty's ship 'Endeavour', on the 20th April, 1770, at a place he named 'Point Hicks', which is believed to be the present Cape Everard in Gippsland.

Point Hicks was named after his First-lieutenant, who was the first to sight the land.

On the 23rd August, 1770, Captain Cook landed on an island off Cape York, naming it Possession Island and took possession of the whole of the east coast in the name of King George III. The 2nd March, 1797, is the first record of landing on the Victorian coast, when a boat from the ship 'Sydney Cove' (wrecked on Preservation Island), was overtaken by a storm while on its journey to obtain help from Sydney. It capsized near Cape Everard and the crew of seventeen landed safely, but only three reached Sydney.

On the 5th June, 1798, Western Port was first entered by Surgeon George Bass, R.N., and in November and December followed the discovery of Bass Straight, Midshipman Matthew Flinders, R.N., accompanied by Bass, having sailed around Tasmania in the sloop 'Norfolk'.

In 1800 from the 4th to the 9th of December , Lieutenant James Grant, R.N., in H.M.S 'Lady Nelson' bound from England to Port Jackson, first sailed through Bass Straight from the west, and during he voyage, discovered and named Portland Bay, the Lawrence and Lady Julia Percy Islands, and the various Capes around the coast.

On the 28th March, 1801, was the first cultivation on Victorian soil, when Lieutenant Grant landed a party to sow vegetables on Churchhill Island.

On the 5th January, 1802, Port Phillip Bay was discovered by ActingLieutenant John Murray, R.N., in the 'Lady Nelson'. The launch (under Mr Bowen) entered the Heads on the 1st February, and the ship on the 15th February. He took possession of the port by hoisting the Union Jack on Point King on the 9th March.

On the 26th April, 1802, Port Phillip Bay was entered and examined by Flinders, who had been promoted to the rank of Commander, and who was not aware that the Bay had previously been discovered by Murray.

In January and February, 1803, Port Phillip Bay was surveyed, and the Yarra and Saltwater (now the Maribyrnong) Rivers were discovered by Charles Grimes, Surveyor-General of New South Wales.

More in Freemasonry Victoria Magazine Issue #138

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125TH ANNIVERSARY

The history of the

Waverley Masonic Freemasons Victoria, has as one of its strategic objectives, to establish as well as future member needs. It will be a network of meeting places commercial and public use to ensure financial security. This is a article, we turn the clock back 34 years and chronicle the events which

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wo foresighted members must be credited with establishing this centre located in Stephensons Road, Mount Waverley, namely the late WBro. Les Allen, of the then Glen Waverley Lodge and the late RWor. Bro. Jack Pepperell, of the then Lodge of Mount Waverley.

Les had been President of the Shire of Mulgrave, three times Mayor of the Office of Waverley, a Commissioner of the MMBW, and foundation Chairman of the Dandenong Valley Authority.

1950 It was Les' wish that a Masonic Centre be built within his beloved City of Waverley.

For that purpose he donated a block of land in Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley (near the current RSL building). The

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Lodge of Mount Waverley subsequently purchased a half interest.

1964 The original land was exchanged for other sites several times and by 1964 the two Lodges jointly owned a block in Miller Crescent, Mount Waverley, now the site of the local Youth Centre. Jack had an insurance and superannuation consultancy business in Mount Waverley and was a prominent member of that Lodge.

The Waverley Masonic Temple Company Limited was incorporated on 25 February 1964 with those two Lodges as the joint shareholders. Its sole assets were the block of land and what remained of Mount Waverley’s contribution after meeting rates and other

expenses. Les and Jack became foundation directors, with Les as the first chairman. The following year he handed over to Jack but remained on the Board.

1966 In 1966 the Miller Crescent land was leased to a fuel merchant named Sebire to help meet the cost of rates and other expenses.

1975 About 1975 Shell closed its service station in Stephensons Road and the site was purchased by the Waverley City Council. As the Council wished to acquire the company’s land for its own purposes, the two blocks were exchanged.

The following year, Malvern Lodge sold its premises and invested the proceeds in the Masonic Centre Company as a

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a network of appropriate Masonic meeting places, which meet current that reflect well on the image of Freemasonry and have sufficient responsible and appropriate strategy, however not a new one. In this lead to the establishment of the Waverley Masonic Centre. one-third shareholder. Several other Lodges deposited funds to secure interests as potential shareholders. However, there was still insufficient equity to obtain the necessary bank loan to cover potential building costs.

The eventual catalyst was the sale of its Swan Street Richmond premises by the Duke of Richmond Lodge in 1978 and the injection of the proceeds into the project. A bank loan was then obtained together with a grant and a loan from Freemasons Victoria, enabling the project to proceed. It was decided that, for the project to be viable, it was necessary to obtain rental income by leasing the whole of the ground floor for commercial purposes, with the first floor being available for Masonic use. Another source of income was hiring out the

banquet room for private functions.

1978 The foundation stone was laid in 1978 and building was completed in time for its dedication by the then Grand Master, MWor. Bro. Reg Gregory, MBE on 14 July 1979 The Grand Chaplain for the dedication was MWBro. the Rev. Chris Goy, OBE, PGM, who in his dedication address mentioned the proud display in large letters of the words "WAVERLEY MASONIC CENTRE" on the front wall facing Stephensons Road.

on the front staircase landing commemorate the foundation work of both Les and Jack.

2013 This magnificent venue is now the home of a number of lodges whose many members from surrounding locations continue to enjoy its facilities over 34 years since its dedication.

We acknowledge with thanks, WBro. John O’Reilly of Lodge of Rapport for this article, demonstrating the foresight of our past members and the legacy they have left for Freemasonry in Victoria.

When Waverley was later merged with Oakleigh to become the City of Monash, the name of the Waverley Masonic Centre was retained.

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BRYN'S SCHOOL

Bryn'sSchool Freemasonry impresses upon its members many principles and how those principles ought to be applied in their daily lives. These principles include tolerance, equality, truth and value. But none are more important than charity. Freemasonry is proud to be associated with such charities as Bryn's School. Here is their story...

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pproximately twelve to fourteen hundred students attend Bryn’s Schools daily.

A Trust was established after the death of a special and much loved son, grandson, nephew and cousin, Bryn, who committed suicide at the age of sixteen in 2003.

Rather than mourn his death, the family decided to celebrate the sixteen wonderful years that God had given them by establishing a living and lasting memorial by building a secondary school in Tien Tien, North Vietnam to be known as Bryn’s School.

The school was opened in 2005 with two hundred and fifty students aged between nine and sixteen. There are two sessions daily, 7am until midday, 1pm until 5pm. By 2012 there were 50 students from the school who had been accepted into University.

A great reward for the Hendry Family and supporters.

Twenty-six family members travelled to Tien Tien for the school opening in 2005. This experience changed all of their lives.

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The Hendry Family continue their fundraising efforts in the following ways: 2006 Vietnam

Supplied 50 bicycles to make it easier for the children of Tien Tien to attend school.

2007, Vietnam Renovation and conversion of an old school building into a computer learning centre.

Twenty laptop computers were also provided by the family.

2008, Sierra Leone Supported ‘Orphfund’ in building a three classroom school for 200+ orphan children of Kamakwie. Also purchased a block of land near a creek to allow for an extension to the children’s centre and a vegetable garden.

2009, Cambodia

With the support of ‘Orphfund’ built a three classroom school in the small and remote village of Klic. One hundred and thirty children attend this school.

2010, Kenya Built three classrooms at the ‘Orphfund’ children’s village in Kagar. This provides free education for children left orphaned by the HIV-AIDS epidemic.

2011, Cambodia Together with the ‘Sim Family’ (Cambodian), built a three classroom secondary school in the village of Koung Tonle Kroum in Prey Veng Province for one hundred and fifty students.

With the assistance of the Rotary Club of Phillip Island and San Remo, fifteen solar powered computers and an IT teacher for the duration of 2 years have been provided.

2012, Southern Sudan Working with the ‘Baai Bor Women’, built a school for girls in their village. This newly created country is one of the poorest in the world. Girls can now seek an education which can change a world-wide culture towards the education of women. This school will provide spaces for 400 students. Currently this school is planned to be opened in December this year. With an increase in stability, many Sudanese people are returning to the area. Only 37 per cent of girls aged between 6 and 13 attend school with just 6 per cent of 13 year old girls completing primary school. There is a current need for a school to cater for 4000 female students.

BRYN'S SCHOOL

This would cost in excess of $2Million which is far beyond the fundraising ability of the Hendry Family Trust.

2013, Cambodia A small group of volunteers will return in November to build a kitchen with an open eating area to provide breakfast for students.

2014, Cambodia A family group will return to Klic to rebuild the toilet block and add a shower and wash room. Also, they will install two large water tanks.

An additional room will be added to the school that will be divided into a small office for the teachers, a library and a small community room for use by the District Doctor and other vital community services.

A feasibility study will be undertaken at this time to determine the need for building

three teacher’s houses to encourage more experienced teachers to live and work in Klic.

www.brynsschool.net or call VWBro. Hugh Hendry on (03) 5655 1029.

Fundraising activities Fundraising is very much a family effort, with six children their partners, fifteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren all participating in some way with fundraising.

This includes garage sales, and managing a stall at local markets selling crafts, plants and donated goods.

How you can help

The Trust receives support from church groups, Masonic Lodges, service clubs and general donations. Family members are happy to travel and give talks on this work, and since 2003 have raised almost $300,000 for the many projects.

• Support the Trust’s market stalls in South Gippsland • Make a direct donation for building materials and educational needs via the website.

• Volunteer to help fundraise and travel to work on projects • ‘Like’ the Trust on FaceBook.

Currently the Hendry Family are researching the feasibility of a school in Nepal as a future project. For more information on any of these projects contact Summer 2013 Freemasonry Victoria 9

MEMBER INTERVIEWS

Who are we?

We caught up with Bro. James Mav to find out his thoughts on Freemasonry and why he joined.

Bro. James Mav, pictured far right with fellow Lodge members at Melbourne St. Clair Reunion Lodge No. 17 How did you find out about Freemasonry?

What do your friends think about your involvement?

Through a friend who happened to be a Freemason. After discussing Freemasonry with him, I decided it was an organisation I would like to be a part of.

They are generally very inquisitive, to the point that many of them are seeking membership.

What do you look forward to when you attend Lodge?

Whilst I enjoy all aspects of Freemasonry, my favourite part would be the camaraderie between the members.

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Why is Freemasonry important to you?

It encourages self-development and helps to instil values that I believe everybody should possess.

Why do you think Freemasonry is important to the Community?

Freemasonry is very beneficial to the community for a number of reasons. By instilling morals and values into people, it helps build a better society. Our regular charitable events also engage and directly benefit the community.

How has Freemasonry inspired you or how has it made you a happier person?

Being part of a “brotherhood� has given me a sense of belonging.It also inspires me to become a better person and not lose sight of the bigger picture.

PART 3 - HABITS

Habits of going the extra mile Bro. John Millar brings us Part 3 of this uplifting series.

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art 3 of our ongoing series, highlighting some key aspects of success, as outlined by one of the world's most successful entrepreneurs, Napoleon Hill, who spent most of his life studying the most successful entrepreneurs in American history.

What a costly business this neglect turned out to be!

Mr. Hill was the architect of the philosophy of success, a pioneer, and an original thinker.

Many books and articles have copied his ideas, but he remains the master.

“Very well, Madam,” the young man smiled, “may I bring out a chair for you?” And he brought it without waiting for an answer. After the rain slacked, the young man took the lady by the arm, escorted her to the street and bade her good-bye.

As she left she asked him for his card.

Please read these articles with the intent of employing key principles into your life, and impart this wisdom to those with whom you have contact.

No one ever does anything voluntarily without a motive.

Let us see if we can reveal a sound motive that will justify the habit of going the extra mile by observing a few who have been inspired by it.

Many years ago an elderly lady was strolling through a Pittsburgh department store.

She passed counter after counter without anyone paying any attention to her. All of the clerks had spotted her as an idle 'looker' who had no intention of buying. They made it a point of looking in another direction when she stopped at their counters.

Finally the lady came to a counter that was attended by a young clerk who bowed politely and asked if he might serve her.

“No,” she replied, “I am just killing time, waiting for the rain to stop so I can go home”.

young man was sent to Scotland. He received an order for several hundred thousand dollars worth of household furnishings. He later became the owner of a half interest in the store.

Truly it pays to go the extra mile.

Several months later, the owner of the store received a letter, asking that this young man be sent to Scotland to take an order for the furnishings of a home. The owner of the store wrote back that he was sorry, but the young man did not work in the house furnishings department. However, he explained that he would be glad to send an “experienced man” to do his job.

Back came a reply that no one would do except this particular young man. The letters were signed by Andrew Carnegie, and the “house” he wanted furnished was Skibo Castle in Scotland. The elderly lady was Mr. Carnegie’s mother. The

Stay tuned for the last part to John's series, in the next issue of Freemasonry Victoria Magazine.

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BOOK REVIEW

The Stone Puzzle of

Rosslyn Chapel

The Freemasons Victoria Bookclub provides an honest overview of this 'guide-book', by Philip Coppens.

Over the last twenty years there has been a legion of books all attempting to decode Rosslyn Chapel and provide the ultimate answer for its existence.

These conclusions have ranged from the final resting place for the Holy Grail, to a repository for ancient sacred scrolls, or a vault containing the secrets and treasures of the Knights Templar or the location of the head of Jesus Christ.

With this book, New Age author Philip Coppens has endeavoured to provide an unofficial guidebook to Rosslyn Chapel, that seeks “…to go beyond the layer of the obvious and look at the symbolic layer of the building…”

Coppens does attempt to provide a fairly balanced overview of Rosslyn Chapel, which these days is not an easy task given the amount of speculation, inaccuracies and sheer outlandish material that has been published regarding the Chapel and its founder Sir William St Clair.

The author is not a Freemason and consequently many will find the references to Freemasonry to be at times inaccurate.

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However if you really wish to get a better understanding of Rosslyn Chapel, and its supposed Masonic and Templar connections, read this book

in conjunction with Bro. Bob Cooper’s The Rosslyn Hoax and then you will be able to draw your own informed conclusions.

Freemasons The Inside Story

Summer Series

The 2013 Summer Series of Freemasons: The Inside Story will be on every Monday at 8.30 pm on Channel 31. If you cannot get Channel 31 you can go to www.c31.org.au and watch it online. www.c31.org.au

The Summer Series features all the great segments from our first series this year. Stay tuned!

8.30 pm Mondays www.freemasonsvic.net.au

From December 2nd to February 24th

THE GREAT WALL

A Great Wall

A Great Experience

Epworth Hospital doctors, nurses, friends, family and recovering patients take the greatest Hike for Health In recent months, Freemasons Victoria has raised significant funds towards Breast Cancer Awareness as part of its Think Pink campaign. Funds raised will be donated to the Think Pink Foundation and the Epworth Hospital Oncology Department.

In addition to all of this charity work, sixteen doctors, nurses, family, friends and even recovering patients from Epworth Hospital participated recently in a Hike for Health – a ten day trek along the Great Wall of China, to raise funds for cancer services at Epworth HealthCare including the Epworth Freemasons Hospital in East Melbourne.

The Hike for Health included areas of both restored and unrestored sections of the wall segmented with magnificent watchtowers built from 560AD atop mountain ridges providing magnificent views over the local area. There is no doubt the walk proved arduous with long stretches of steep inclines and some steps almost a metre high but the group persevered, all finishing with an enormous sense of camaraderie, achievement and satisfaction, and a whopping $75,000 raised.

Taking on the challenge of one of the ancient wonders of the world.

“The Wall is a metaphor for a journey,” Cathi Biddick recorded on the group’s blog. “It stretches out before you with ups and downs and seemingly never ends. I have a friend undergoing cancer treatment. When I find the walk hard, I find it helpful to think of those going through chemotherapy or radiotherapy and remember how much harder their journey is. I know this hike will end, but cancer patients don’t know how long or hard their individual journey will be, or where and how it ends,” she wrote.

The Hike for Health will be held again next year to raise funds for cancer services at Epworth, for further information contact the Epworth Medical Foundation on (03) 9926 6359.

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The troupe takes a breather along the Great Wall of China.

PIECES OF MY LIFE

Justin's

WEST WING

Bro. Justin Stark opens the doors to his American presidential memorabilia

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was drawn to collect American Presidential items whilst watching the TV series, The West Wing. There was a discussion in one of the episodes about the eagle on the Presidential Seal. The show talked about the head of the eagle facing towards the arrows when the USA is at war, and towards the olive branches in times of piece. An interesting allegory, but one that I wanted to find out more about!

There was truth to the story, but not with respect to the eagle facing in different directions in times of war and peace. Rather, it related to President Wilson who changed the presidential flag to a standard design; a change that occurred in May, 1916. At this point, the eagle faced to the left.

That was not the end of the story as the flag again changed in 1945. This was under the leadership of President Truman, who changed the direction the eagle faced to its right, or towards the olive branches.

Over the following 15 years, the only change to the flag has been the addition of stars that represent each State. It is interesting when you look at why the eagle faces to his right; this tends from heraldic times where the right (or Dexter) is the side of honour and the left representing sinister.

There are other symbols within the Presidential Seal; the number 13 features a number of times with leaves, arrows, stars, balls and stripes; there are 9 tail feathers supposedly representing the 9 Supreme Court Justices but I do not necessarily believe it as it was not till 1869 that the Supreme Court was set at 9 justices and the seal predates 1869.

The symbolism and allegory continues to interest me, as does the history behind the Presidential office.

Within my collection I have a US Presidential Motorcade Flag and Podium Seal, a US Vice-Presidential Flag, 13 Presidential Signatures, a replica of the Resolute Desk, a collection of newspapers and magazines from Dallas 1963, a jelly bean jar from the White House and a collection of campaign pins and assorted items.

The replica of the Resolute Desk is my favourite item as it was custom built and when it arrived, it had added secret compartments which are not part of the actual desk. It also included the panel at the front that was added when Roosevelt was president but is more widely recognised when J.F.K was photographed with his son in the opening. Many a time have I been working at the desk when my daughter has snuck up

through the door and appeared on my lap!

I would like to find items from President Tyler, who was the 10th President. He was the 1st President to come to office after the death of the incumbent and was not elected to office; it was not until 1967 that the 25th amendment was approved – over 100 years later! He also opposed the policies of the party he represented and was ultimately expelled. This was a man who was willing to stand up for his beliefs, regardless of the impact to him personally. I enjoy the history, the stories and the mystery behind the items I collect. I like to take the time to understand the open and hidden messages and what they are trying to say. What I am most impressed about is the perception that you will always respect the office; the person in the role representating the office and therefore who deserves your respect, regardless of your personal bias. My collection helps me reflect on what I believe is important and what is needed for me to achieve what I would like to.

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For You for Life Appeal 2013-2014

Help give our loved ones the advantages of staying in-touch.

We’re asking for your help in fundraising for digital tablets, such as *iPads, for our residents at Royal Freemasons homes.

With your support, when you can’t be there, you and your family can stay in touch with photos, Skype, and email.

Your loved ones will help educate themselves with online access to healthy living and lifestyle choices.

While keeping their minds active on the internet, they will also enjoy games, movies, music and ‘Healthful’ Apps.

Your Donation Means a Great Deal to Residents.

Yes, I/we would like to make a donation to the Royal Freemasons ‘For You for Life’ Appeal : 2013-2014

No matter how small or large, everyone who contributes to the ‘For You For Life’ Appeal makes a big difference to the lives of our residents. Having a special fund dedicated to providing Digital Tablets ensures we can directly and quickly enrich their lives in new ways.

Thank you for giving and we look forward to reporting on the rollout in future months.

Royal Freemasons Ltd 45 Moubray Street Melbourne Victoria 3004 Telephone: 03 9452 2200 Facsimile: 03 9521 3689 info@royalfreemasons.org.au www.royalfreemasons.org.au

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Our target is to raise $50,000 between mid-November, 2013 and March 31, 2014, which will go a long way to making this possible.

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AROUND THE WORLD

Kiwis can fly!

WBro. Jim Puohotaua shares recollections of his recent and memorable trip to his native New Zealand.

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ellington airport has a reputation of having rough and turbulent landings, even in larger aircraft, due to the channelling effect of Cook Strait creating strong and gusty wind conditions. As a consequence, flying into Wellington airport on a windy day can be as exciting and terrifying as a very fast jet boat ride on the Shotover river in Queenstown or bungy jumping 43 Metres off the Kawarau Bridge. The airport is located at the southern most tip of the North Island and is built on a small 110-hectare area of low-lying land between two hills and sea at each end. The airport’s single runway is a mere 2,081-metre long leaving no margin for error. Fortunately Windy Wellington turned on a great day so the landing was a bit of an anti-climax.

On my flight to New Zealand were several other members of Freemasons Victoria including our Grand Master Bob Jones and his wife Kerry, the Deputy Grand Master Hillel Benedykt and his wife Sue, Grand Secretary Peter Henshall, and Grand Chaplains Father Ian Hunter and Father David Price. Both men of the cloth claiming divine intercession to ensure the smooth landing into Wellington, home for the 2013 Grand Lodge of New Zealand Installation of new Grand Master John Litton.

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I have always enjoyed being a part of the United Grand Lodge of Victoria delegations. I enjoy the pomp, the ceremony, the camaraderie, friendships renewed and new ones forged, local sights, and the food. I have been fortunate to have been in delegations to Grand Installations in all Australian States and twice before in New Zealand, Auckland in 2004, and Christchurch in 2008.

Being in Wellington was special for both my wife Eleanor and I. I guess enjoying the duty free shopping would be one benefit, but on a serious note, Eleanor was born in Wellington and I studied at Victoria University in Wellington. Eleanor and I both worked at the Inland Revenue Department.

Johnsonville, a Wellington suburb, was where we set up our first home and started raising a family of three girls. So for us it was a home coming, and very emotional.

The first night in Wellington was Friday and being a 'local' I was given the task of finding a suitable place to eat for our delegation. Wellington has changed so much in the last 27 years that I really needed a guide and only succeeded in losing some of my flock. The eating places Eleanor and I knew were long gone, some of the streets had even disappeared altogether and new ones created. Luckily we found somewhere to eat. Of course this was the last time I was asked to be the guide for the whole tour.

AROUND THE WORLD

Saturday was the big day with the New ZealandGrand Installation in the afternoon and the Grand Banquet in the evening.

Three events during the Grand Installation ceremony rekindled in me a sense of belonging to and pride in my Maori heritage. The first was the singing of the New Zealand National Anthem “God Defend New Zealand” in both Maori and English which I understand is the norm these days.

The eating places Eleanor and I knew were long gone, some of the streets had even disappeared altogether and new ones created.

The second was the beautiful singing of the Freemasons Choir and in particular a perfectly pronounced rendition of a Maori love song “Pokarekare Ana”. However, the icing on the cake for me was the presentation of the “The Working Tools of a Maori Mason” to the newly installed Grand Master by Worshipful Brother Bill Roberts.

I have made enquiries to have the words of the charge sent to me but until then I do recall that the working tools of a Maori Mason are the needle and three strands of cotton, one black one white and one red. The black cotton and the white cotton represent the two races and the red represents the colour of the blood common to both.

The three threads are brought together through the eye of the needle, symbolical of unity. New Zealand is an excellent example of the blending of two cultures whilst retaining the richness of both cultures. Including Maori elements in the Grand Installation program indicates to me the importance Freemasonry New Zealand places on the preservation of New Zealand’s indigenous culture.

An interesting observation is that the New Zealand National Anthem was preceded by the Australian National Anthem during the Grand Instal-

lation. I’m not sure what to read into this. Is New Zealand to become the seventh state? Or Australia the West Island? But for me the singing of both National Anthems symbolised my dual citizenship because “I still call Australia home” and pray that “God will Defend New Zealand”. For the record the All Blacks are my favourite 'real' footy team.

Following the round of Grand Installation events, our delegation toured the South Island of New Zealand. The architect of the tour was our Grand Master, and what an action packed tour program it was. It saw us up insanely early each morning and on the coach on another exciting series of adventures.

We flew into Christchurch on the Monday morning to commence our coach tour of the southern regions of the South Island. At Christchurch airport we met up with our Coach Driver Nathan known locally in the New Zealand Hospitality Industry as Pumbah. You may recall that in the Lion King Pumbah is a kind and tough character who deeply cares for his friends and Nathan certainly did look after us well. When it comes to New Zealand geography and history both Maori and Pakeha (the Maori word for non-Maori) Nathan was a walking, talking encyclopedia. I have studied Maori history and was amazed by Nathan's knowledge and the accuracy and clarity with which he was able to share this knowledge.

Nathan is not a Maori but his pronunciation of Maori words was first class.

Christchurch for many years was home to my two younger brothers and their families and it saddened me to see first-hand the devastation the earthquakes left in their wake. Many areas in the Christchurch CBD resembled post war bomb sites.

The multi-story Grand Chancellor hotel we stayed at in 2008 has totally gone and many high-rise buildings around it have either been demolished or marked for demolition. In amongst the ruins there are glimmers of hope. Large shipping containers are being used to support unsafe buildings in the main shopping area in Christchurch.

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AROUND THE WORLD

WBro. Jim Puohotaua takes the leap of a life time off Kawarau Bridge while in New Zealand with the Freemasons Victoria Grand Team. A courageous effort seeing as he admitted afterwards he was afraid of heights!

Shipping containers are also being modified to provide temporary clothing shops, food shops, and I even saw a bank setup in a converted container. We were treated to a tour of the new Christchurch Masonic Centre in Shirley, built to replace the three Masonic Centres lost during the earthquakes. The centre features many state of the art innovations.

After a night in Timaru we boarded our coach for Dunedin where we took in tours of the Speight’s Brewery and the Cadbury Chocolate Factory, then on to spend the night in Invercargill. We were back on the coach at 6.30am the next day and enjoying a cruise at the world famous Milford Sound by lunch time. I have visited Queenstown before but this was my first visit to Milford Sound.

The scenery enroute was spectacular, taking us through snow capped mountain ranges and lush rain forests. Nathan’s commentary throughout the tour was interesting and informative and somehow seemed to make the time spent in the coach go faster. Queenstown, nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, was to be our home base for the next three days. Great shopping, great food and so much to do.

Some enjoyed a leisurely cruise on the lake, others helicopter rides, most of the team did the high speed jet boat ride on the Shotover River, others a bit more adventurous engaged in white water rafting. Doug Susic, our team photographer,

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learned how to do a Maori Haka and was adopted by a group of Maori performers.

Oh yes, and I almost forgot the bungy jumpers, Bob Jones, Hillel Benedykt, Peter Barrand and myself. I’d like to think that my reason for jumping derived from my Maori warrior back ground, a show of bravery in the face of adversity.

To be honest it was a spur of the moment thing

The scenery enroute was spectacular taking us through snow capped mountain ranges and lush rain forests. which, having been made public, compelled me through pride to follow through. When asked if I would do it again my response was "Absolutely!"

Who said Kiwis can’t fly!?"

Our tour of the South Island came to an end all too quickly but reconfirmed for me the benefits of being part of the larger Masonic family which transcends all cultural backgrounds and celebrates diversity, friendship and support.

DON STORY

The Don Story Story

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t's not every day that the Grand Master gets to install the grandson of a Grand Master, as Master of a lodge.

But this happened recently when Most Worshipful Grand Master Bob Jones installed Bro. Don Story into the chair of Kyneton Lodge No. 192 as their 109th Master.

Don is the grandson of the Reverend Chris Goy OBE, a towering figure in Freemasonry and the Presbyterian Church, who was Pro Grand Master in 1961 for Victorian Governor Sir Dallas Brooks. He was also Grand Master of the Mark and Deputy First Principal of the Chapter.

"I have been told that my grandfather's Masonic career took him to an impressive 50 of 52 degrees and honours in Freemasonry with the last two requiring him to live in both Jerusalem and Scotland for a year - a level surpassed only by Sir Winston Churchill and President Roosevelt, whose degrees were honorary. But I have been unable to confirm this," Don says.

Don says he grew up with stories of his grandfather's boyhood in the then seedy area of The Rocks in Sydney, his exploits with the Light Horse in the Middle East in the First World War when he, like many, lied about his age to sign up and take part in the famous charge at Beersheba; and the times during and after the

bombing of Darwin by the Japanese in the Second World War. All of this is detailed in his book "A Man is his Friends".

"As the fourth of six children I was often shipped off to my grandparents and was fortunate to spend a lot of time with granddad.

member of my family who remains a Freemason with some who carry the Goy name probably frightened of their grandfather's legacy. I have had to remind some that I am not my grandfather.

"I loved listening to his stories; he could tell a fabulous yarn."

"But once a mason you are always a mason and you can activate your Masonic career where, when and to whatever level of involvement you choose.

Don says there was never any pressure or suggestion he become a Freemason when he asked his grandfather one day in 1975 about Freemasonry, but as soon as he decided to join, Goy initiated him as Lewis at Huntingdale Lodge!

"In some ways I am maintaining my family's involvement in Freemasonry. I think there is a legacy that should be maintained, an obligation to be involved in a wonderful organisation that does so much good but is, sadly, misunderstood by many."

Like many young masons, family and career as a journalist came first and Don was not an active mason. When the Huntingdale Lodge closed, he drifted away.

Don says he still has much to learn about Freemasonry but is thankful to have some 'fantastic people' to support and advise him.

However, six years ago, while reporting on a sheep sale at Wycheproof, Don says he spotted a bloke wearing a cap with the famous square and compasses logo. It was Ken Calder, and a conversation about Freemasonry ensued.

He was contacted shortly afterward by Brian Davenport of Kyneton Lodge, who invited him to visit.

"I did and found a warm, friendly and welcoming Lodge."

"Sadly, I think I am the only

MWBro. Chris Goy PGM, 1963.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Prostate Cancer P

rostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed within Australia and the third most common cancer causing death. Although the disease is more common in older men, 25 per cent of those diagnosed are under the age of 65 years.

Over 20,000 Australian men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. In fact, one in five men is likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer by the age of 85.

a high-fat low-fibre diet and also high levels of testosterone.

Unfortunately there are no proven measures to prevent prostate cancer.

The risk of prostate cancer rises with age, increasing rapidly over the age of 50 years. Family history increases the chances of developing the disease. There has been some association with

A blood test measuring the prostate specific antigen (PSA) is used to screen for prostate cancer, however the test is not conclusive. A high level of PSA does not necessarily mean you have prostate cancer.

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Symptoms are nonspecific and include frequent urination, particularly at night, pain upon urination, blood in the urine and a weak stream. If the disease becomes widespread it can lead to cancer of the bone, unexplained weight loss and fatigue.

Diagnosis can be made by feeling the prostate via a digital rectal examination. If there is a concern, biopsies can be taken to determine the type of tumour using a rectal ultrasound. Tumours are graded from 1-5 using the Gleason grade with scores of 2-4 usually indicating a slow progression of the disease.

The tumour can also be rated according to the stage of development using the TNM system.

Ninety per cent of patients present with a local disease. Often doctors will simply keep an eye on someone with a low-grade disease which is not causing any symptoms. Bone and CT scans are used to determine if it has spread to other organs.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

The silent disease

Surgery can remove the whole prostate (radical prostatectomy) with the main side-effects reported being impotence and incontinence. Radical radiotherapy can also be given with external radiation or by implanting radioactive seeds (brachytherapy). Side-effects are similar to surgery with additional bowel problems being reported.

An individual’s prognosis depends on the type and stage of cancer, their age and general health at the time of diagnosis.

Over 92 per cent of men survive more than five years after being diagnosed with prostate cancer and nearly all patients who present with localised disease will live well beyond five years, with 93 per cent living a further ten years or more.

For widespread disease, hormone therapy can reduce the stimulus of male hormones to slow the disease for three to four years. When hormone resistance occurs, chemotherapy is used to slow the progression or control symptoms.

The Freemasons Hospital in East Melbourne specialises in cancer services. It provides a comprehensive cancer treatment to patients through diagnosis and a range of treatment options including surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Each patient is provided with a specifically tailored treatment plan.

Thanks to the support from our community the hospital is equipped with some of the most advanced equipment on the market to provide the very best of care.

In addition, donations have enabled the establishment of a volunteer transport service - to transport cancer patients to attend appointments - and an accommodation support scheme – enabling country patients improved access to cancer treatment at the Epworth Freemasons Hospital.

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FURTHER AFIELD

Behind every GREAT man Freemasons Victoria caught up with Lyn Julier and Mya G. Grayly two very supportive partners of two very important men.

Peter and I derive great satisfaction from Freemasonry as we have both been on this journey together. Peter thoroughly enjoys his nights at Lodge, and both the ceremonial and the companionship of the other Freemasons. Both of us have benefitted from learning and observing from the life experiences of others and enjoying their company, and as the saying goes “Making good men better.”

Lyn Julier Married to RWBro. Peter Julier GDC Monash Lodge No. 938

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rior to meeting Peter I knew very little about Freemasonry. Now it has given me the opportunity to meet may interesting people, and to work for charities that help people less fortunate than ourselves.

I have been involved in Freemasonry for just over 40 years and I get immense satisfaction from this involvement. In the first few years after Peter joined, it was only one night a month, and as Peter progressed and joined other degrees over the years we have met so many wonderful people through fundraising with the lodge and socially who are still our friends today. I believe Freemasonry has given Peter a huge sense of belonging and we experience this when he meets other members and their families.

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..we have met so many wonderful people through fundraising with the lodge and socially who are still our friends today.

I feel Freemasonry is very relevant in today’s society because it gives a sense of community involvement and teaches men integrity, honesty, trust and the confidence to build them as role models both for their families and their contacts in their working life and socially.

To any woman whose partner is thinking of joining Freemasonry, I can say from my own experience, you get immense satisfaction and pleasure from your involvement if you are prepared to join in and involve yourself in

the many social functions and fundraising at the same time as supporting your husband.

The highlights of Freemasonry for me have been to see Peter rise through the various offices, to be Master of his Lodges (Craft, Mark and Ark) and to be selected in four Grand Craft Teams where he is now Grand Director of Ceremonies and also four Grand Mark Teams, where he was also selected as Grand Director of Ceremonies.

Watching Peter grow as a person (myself included), meeting people from many different areas of the community and the opportunity we have had to travel Overseas, Interstate and many parts of Victoria has been wonderful.

RWBro. Peter Julier and his wife Lyn at the Big Pink Cocktail party held in October this year.

FURTHER AFIELD

...is a GREAT woman What does Freemasonry mean to you?

Do you feel Freemasonry is relevant in today’s society and if so in what why?

I do feel Freemasonry is relevant in today’s society. It is very important for men to have 'mateship' and to meet 'like-minded' men who they can communicate with and share a passion for Freemasonry.

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s a young girl I knew my Grandfather went to Lodge but he wouldn't discuss it so I suppose that’s why my first impression was that Freemasonry was a very private 'Men’s Only' Club.

He was a true gentleman and I always saw him wearing a suit to dinner with polished shoes even in his later years and I think his good qualities actually came from Freemasonry. My Grandfather passed away a year ago at the age of 101. I remember it well because we were away in Ballarat on a Grand Team weekend.

When Don introduced me to Freemasonry 10 years ago I met an amazing group of friendly people who talked a lot about Freemasonry. I was also introduced to the ceremonial side of Freemasonry which is one of Don’s passions. I had no idea of the enormous contribution that Freemasons make to Charity, it was a big eye opener for me.

How are you involved in Freemasonry?

I love supporting Don in Freemasonry because it means we share a common goal. I enjoy attending various functions and events and meeting all sorts of people that I would not normally meet.

While the men are occupied with their ceremonial work, the women have an opportunity to spend time together and bond

Mya G. Grayly Partner of RWBro. Donald Reynolds, DGM - Designate.

as well. We listen to inspirational speakers, visit interesting places or go to a movie or have coffee, chat and relax.

You obviously derive great satisfaction by being involved in Freemasonry. How does it benefit you and Don, and why is that important to you?

One of the best things has been the wonderful friend base we have made over the years through Freemasonry. Last year when we were involved in Grand Lodge, Don was Senior Grand Warden and we enjoyed spending time together travelling throughout Victoria and interstate. I gained a better insight into Freemasonry attending Open Installations, Consecrations and becoming more involved in learning about the Ceremonial side of things.

Freemasonry has been a great benefit to our relationship as we are participating and enjoying it together.

It also offers a break from the stresses and pressures of work and teaches men strengths such as integrity, trust and honesty.

What would you say to other women whose partners are looking at joining Freemasonry?

Support him in his decision to join Freemasonry as you will also benefit. It’s a great opportunity to meet wonderful people and try something new. In today’s fast-paced society the sense of community is lost and it is extremely important for men to meet each other on a deeper level.

What have been the highlights of Freemasonry since your involvement?

I enjoy the social events where I get the opportunity to dress up for the Balls and Banquets.

One of my favourite events was the My Fair Lady Charity Ball, a black tie event which raised a generous amount for the Make a Wish Foundation and Children’s Diabetes.

Once again it was an experience where Freemasons were being extremely charitable while having a great time supporting and giving to others.

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QUIZ TIME

The answers: # 136

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