The Queensland Freemason - August 2019

The Official Magazine of the United Grand Lodge of Queensland

AUG 2019

The 2019 Grand Installation PAGE 10

Masonic Fund of Benevolence

The Quarterly Communication

Six days in April

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The Official Magazine of the United Grand Lodge of Queensland

AUG 2019

The 2019 Grand Installation PAGE 10

Masonic Fund of Benevolence

The Quarterly Communication

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AUGUST 2019

From the Grand Master

From the Grand Master MW Bro Paul Holland, GM.

Freemasonry in Queensland is in a once in a generation position to take stock and make a fresh start in many important ways. First however comes the reality check.

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ometimes we find ourselves in situations so familiar and apparently constant that we fail to pay attention to the changes happening around us. It often takes a visitor to our homes to notice the peeling paint or the lack of conversation at the dinner table. We can fall into the trap of sleepwalking through the everyday and not noticing the changes that are taking place despite our wishes or world view.

Humans are generally creatures of habit and are afraid of the dark. Thank our ancient ancestors for that, but it is still part of the makeup of most of us. If we just stick to what we’ve always done, then all will be well. We don’t like change that might disturb our routines or challenge our comforts.

It is so easy to pretend that that all is well with us and that any needs or desires will be fixed by some windfall.

The Gold Lotto mentality.

Success can and will come to us, but it will be through turning up, paying attention and working hard.

Everyone—not just a few.

My old grade six teacher had a sign above the blackboard.

On it was printed the word ’EXPERGISCIMINI’. Each morning, first thing, he’d have us chant it out loud. He did that till he was satisfied that we were doing it with suitable energy, though he never told us what it meant.

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Thank our ancient ancestors for that.”

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He was preparing our minds and energies for the day of learning ahead.

We need to turn up, pay attention and be totally honest about where we are at in our lodges. If we need to change then that’s what we should do and put all the energies at our disposal to that task. We should reach out to our fellow lodges and ask how we can assist or be humble enough to ask for help when we need it.

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Masonic Memorial Centre 311 Ann Street, Brisbane Q 4000

Welcome to the Winter edition

By Cieon Hilton

GPO Box 2204 Brisbane Q 4001 (07) 3229 3533 www.uglq.org.au membership@uglq.org.au United Grand Lodge of Queensland Grand Master

MW Bro Paul Holland Deputy Grand Master RW Bro Jeffrey Harper AFSM Assistant Grand Master RW Bro David Sherrit District Grand Lodge of North QLD District Grand Master

RW Bro Beresford Whyte District Grand Secretary Wor Bro Peter Drew 42 Walker Street Townsville 4810 (07) 4771 6284 dglnq@nqfreemasons.com.au District Grand Lodge of Carpentaria District Grand Master

RW Bro Henry Condon District Grand Secretary RW Bro Carl Richardson P AGM Office: Freshwater Masonic Centre, Cnr. Le Grande and Old Smithfield Road, Freshwater PO Box 6527 Cairns Centre 4870 0488 512 712 info@dglcarpentaria.org.au dglcarpentaria.org.au FREEMASONS QUEENSLAND EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

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Editor Ms Cieon Hilton (07) 3229 3533 news@uglq.org.au Art Direction and Layout Dan Hancock contact@danhancock.com.au COPY DEADLINE FOR DECEMBER EDITION IS 1 NOVEMBER 2019

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t certainly has been a busy past few months and, as a result, this magazine has turned into quite an edition. This issue is a combination of the June and September magazine and we will resume with a December edition.

Meanwhile, there has been much happening around the state. page 10 features the UGLQ Grand Installation with the installing of MW Bro Paul Holland and paying respects to MW Bro Alan Townson for his years in office as our Grand Master.

This year was the centenary of the DeMolays and there is a great write up about their celebrations on page 52. There is also a request from “Dad” Trevor Green as they have recently dedicated a new chapter in Blacktown NSW and have plans to dedicate a new chapter in Stones Corner, Brisbane in 2020.

“There’s plenty more to read and to catch up on Freemasonry in Queensland in the following pages.”

6 days in April on page 22 follows up on the actions Freemasons are taking to support brethren in drought affected areas.

In this case it resulted in a tour out west with quite a few adventures along the way.

There have been two instances of connections with French Freemasonry— the Memorandum of Friendship with the French delegation on page 26 when they visited the Masonic Memorial Centre in Brisbane and the

UGLQ delegation visit to the New Caledonia Installation.

There are also some very special jewel presentation stories with even one member Bro Lance Strickland receiving his 80 year jewel! A milestone achievement.

Wor Bro Dr Bill Boyd on page 53 reminds us that while sweets are indeed enjoyable it is wise to know what the repercussions are for our health.

There’s plenty more to read and to catch up on Freemasonry in Queensland in the following pages.

Please remember that the deadline for the December magazine is 1 November, so please get your submissions in to news@uglq.org.au before then.

Take care, Cieon Hilton

Contents

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April - August 2019

Features

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The 2019 UGLQ Grand Installation

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Six Days in April

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New Caledonia Installation

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K E E W S ’ M E N Region Woolooga Lodge: not just alive but thriving

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Back to New Guinea...

Sacred Geometry at the Duke of Leinster Lodge

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Demolay News

Thursday Women’s page

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Editor’s Welcome

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She said she had “slacked” off quite a bit in recent years. Which includes helping her daughters run their business Tick Tock Two in the Mackay CBD and acting The Purple Job’s Health as treasurer on the support services committee at Page Daughters Column Carlisle Gardens, where her and her husband have lived for the past three years.

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Masonic Fund of Benevolence

The Quarterly Communication

Six days in April

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The front cover features Jeremy Stafford from the Conservatorium of Music, Griffith University playing the guitar for the 2019 Grand Installation.

For more see page 10

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The Editor the right,the due to limitation of space, to accept, reject, sub-edit rearrangebut material for relatively publication. No photographic or editorial contained et a lot of satisfaction outreserves of helping community herein may be reproduced without prior consent of the Editor. It is the responsibility of the advertiser to ensure that all advertisements comply with the Trade Practices Act 1974 as amended. All busy for someone who has retired. accepted publication d love toadvertisements see an endareresult – for how I andonanthe condition that the advertiser indemnifies The Queensland Freemason, The Editor, the United Grand Lodge of Queensland and all its servants against actions, suits, claims, loss and/or damages resulting from anything published on behalf of the advertiser.

“I would recommend volunteer work to just about anisation have helped someone,” she said. anybody. It builds confidence and allows you to 2010 Mrs Nurnberger was awarded an Order of give back to the community. It’s wonderful to see stralia Medal (OAM) in the General Division. The AUGUST 2019 the young new members joining the Freemasons and ards presented every Australia Day and Queen’s carrying on the traditions of community support.”

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From the desk of

From the desk of From the General the Grand Secretary Board of Directors RW Bro Ian Tomlinson

RW Bro Martin Overman

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rethren, a lot has happened within UGLQ in the last few months, everything from a very successful Grand Installation to the re-acquisition of the Masonic Memorial Centre.

The success of the Grand Installation was due to the dedication of all involved in the planning and delivery of the events. I take this opportunity to thank our Past Grand Master, MW Bro Townson and Mrs Townson for their service to the Craft in Queensland and I congratulate MW Bro Holland on his Installation as Grand Master. I am certain that our Grand Master and Mrs Holland will have an busy, yet enjoyable term. The return of the Masonic Memorial Centre and the Masonic Fund of Benevolence to the United Grand Lodge of Queensland marked a milestone. It was achieved after months of vigorous negotiation and planning between our General Board of Directors and the Board of Benevolence.

I thank all involved in producing this mutually beneficial outcome. Specific thanks goes to the two Immediate Past Board Presidents, Bro Saunders and Bro Wiltshire, for their tireless effort to achieve this result. The outcome of these transactions ensures that this Grand Lodge has a strong financial platform to build the future of Freemasonry in Queensland. Our General Board, headed up by Bro Overman has commenced this important process and progress will be reported regularly. Recently, Grand Lodge lost a familiar face.

Bro Ross Keates a long term

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rethren, firstly I’d like to thank the outgoing Board Directors, Ray Saunders (chair) Damon Fealy and William Bass for their tireless efforts and positive contribution to Freemasons Queensland, during their respective terms.

“His passing was the end of an era and his cheerful greetings will be missed by all who knew him.”

Temple Steward passed to the Grand Lodge above in late July. His passing was the end of an era and his cheerful greetings will be missed by all who knew him. During the remainder of this year, Lodges will notice an increased emphasis on engaging with the non-Freemason members of our Masonic Family. Lodges will be encouraged to place added emphasis on getting to know a Candidate’s family, with the view to fostering and maintaining this connection for the duration of his membership and beyond. An opportunity to introduce non-Freemasons to the Craft will occur on Saturday the 12th of October when the Masonic Memorial Centre will be part of Brisbane Open House.

I would encourage those who have never visited the MMC to do so, bring the family and friends.

RW Bro Ian Tomlinson

I’d like to welcome Bro Ray Aspey and Rob Collins, two new directors appointed to the Board, both adding significant commercial and governance experience.

The General Board of Directors continues to concentrate its energies on the development, welfare and progress of Freemasons Queensland’s People, Property and Brand.

You are now all aware of the recent transaction, which has taken place between the Board of Benevolence and the United Grand Lodge of Queensland. We now have the Masonic Memorial Centre back in the hands of the United Grand Lodge of Queensland, and its bank balance is far more healthy than it has been in real terms for a number of years.

All monies received including MFoB, over and above the MMC purchase price have been transferred to interest bearing accounts in the short term until future strategies have been formulated.

The transaction is a positive outcome for the UGLQ and it came after much hard work and many months

“The transaction is a positive outcome for the UGLQ and it came after much hard work and many months of negotiation.”

of negotiation with the members of the Board of Benevolence. You have all been made aware of the reasons for the commencement of those negotiations. Some of you may still have queries regarding this transaction. If you do, then please direct them to the office of the Grand Secretary. I would note that we have already commenced responses to the membership as a whole.

I must take this opportunity to state that your Board is acutely aware that the United Grand Lodge Administration, the MMC, as well as the other owned properties are suffering from decades of not improving assets, revenues remaining outside real world quantum, hence unable to cover increased costs.

This influx of cash should not be considered as a windfall that can be spent

randomly on a “wish list”.

Brethren, this is a time for not looking back, but preparing for a positive future. A time for us to grasp the nettle of long-term financial stability for the United Grand Lodge of Queensland.

Not taking the hard decisions regarding the return on assets, cash flow and revenue streams, will mean the cash in-flows we have achieved, will be depleted rapidly and hence a return to our financial position prior to the transaction.

Your Board will be analysing the cost associated with all UGLQ owned properties as well as obtaining professional advice on physical conditions thereof and the commercial realities of whether or not to retain ownership. We will be exploring all remedies.

In addition to adjusting income flows and costs, your Board is in the process of bringing the UGLQ Administration into the 21st century. These improvements in

the operation cover the HR arena, operational procedures, internal and external communication, cash flow management as well as financial reporting. I would note that we have commenced the membership data transfer to a new CRM software, replaced the accounting package to cloud based as well as instigated the use of a property management tool—all to improve the accuracy and flow of information/data.

In the short term, your Board will be focused on covering the cost of UGLQ assets and reporting on ways of streamlining the application processes for new members.

We will also be investigating ways to achieve recognition, commendation and indeed approbation in the wider society by increasing a positive message regarding our Brand, particularly on social media.

RW Bro Martin Overman

About Martin Name

Martin Overman

Lodge/s

Lodge Silver Cross 17 (UGLQ) Tarragindi Lodge 438 (UGLQ) Ceres Lodge 2879 (UGLE)

Initiated

09 February 1979

Installed

15 September 1990 20 September 1997

Grand Office

G. Purs 2007 G Stwd 2008 AGS Wks 2009 – 12 JGW 2016

Martin has had a career in the transport industry, initially in the European arena and later in management positions within Australia.

In succeeding years, he established and headed up a successful national / international group of transport / logistics companies and remains Managing Director of those business units, as well as a directorship of a Technology company.

Martin is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management (FAIM), a Member of the Australia Institute of Company Directors (MAICD) and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (MCILT)

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t is our sad duty to report that Wor Bro Ross Keates MSM has passed to the Grand Lodge above. Ross was initiated into William McLeod Lodge 241 UGLQ and was Master in 1982. William McLeod Lodge surrendered its Warrant in 2016 and Ross then joined Bennu Lodge 538, which was warranted on 29 Octber 2016. Upon his sudden death Ross had been a member of the craft for 44 years For many years Ross worked at the Government Printing Office and is fondly remembered by his workmates. Ross was also a Temple Steward at the Masonic Memorial Centre at 311 Ann St for many years, and at the time of his death was the last of our traditional Temple Stewards Last year he was presented with a Meritorious Service to Freemasonry Jewel by the MW Bro Alan Townson Grand Master in recognition of his service to the Craft in Queensland.

Many People will remember Wor Bro Ross from the Quarterly Communications, Installations and Lodge meetings at the Masonic Memorial Centre.

Always with a twinkle in his eye and a warm greeting for all, he will be missed.

Masonic History • Initiated into Ceres Lodge 2879 (UGLE) • Two terms as WM, Tarragindi Lodge • Served various Grand Lodge Offices • Served two years on the Board of General Purposes (2013-15) • Served Two years on the General Board of Directors (2017-19) • Past First Principal (3) Chermside R.A.C (PG3Soj) • A member of several other Masonic Orders.

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Masonic Fund of Benevolence and 311 Ann Street Brisbane 4 July 2019

Dear Brother,

It is with great pleasure that we write to you today with news of very positive developments regarding the Masonic Fund of Benevolence (MFoB) and the Masonic Memorial Centre (MMC) at 311 Ann St in Brisbane. As you are likely aware, the Board of Benevolence (BoB) has been working with the General Board of Directors (GBoD) of the United Grand Lodge of Queensland (UGLQ) for many months, and with lawyers, expert advisers and the regulator (the ACNC), to find the best ongoing solution for the MFoB and the MMC. Following this process, we have concluded that the best way to operate the MFoB in the future is to separate it from the public, charitable activities of the BoB and to appoint a new trustee. We have also concluded that it is not in the best interest of the BoB, as a public charity, to continue to own the MMC and that it should be brought back under the control of UGLQ. A new trustee appointed to the MFoB As a result, on 5th August 2019, the BoB will retire as trustee of the MFoB and a separate company, MFOB Pty Ltd, the sole members of which are the trustees of UGLQ will be appointed as the new trustee of the MFoB in lieu.

The value of the MFoB on transfer will be $9.05 million.

Transfer of ownership of the MMC The MMC at 311 Ann Street, Brisbane, will be transferred and purchased at cost price by a new entity called 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd, with the sole members being the trustees of UGLQ. The MFoB and MMC to be brought under the control of UGLQ We believe this restructure is an excellent outcome for members because it brings the MFoB funds and the MMC under the control of UGLQ. The funds in

the MFoB were largely raised through Freemasons’ dues to the UGLQ over many years, proceeds of the sale of charity jewels, direct donations to the Fund of Benevolence, and investment earnings.

The MMC has a history as the headquarters of the Craft in Queensland and as a Masonic Memorial to those who gave their lives in the World Wars. The changes announced today will allow the MFoB to be used exclusively for the benefit of Freemasons in Queensland and their family members who have fallen on hard times, and to preserve the MMC and its heritage for Freemasons throughout Queensland and the wider community.

What does this change mean?

This change means: • the funds within the MFoB will be managed, invested and, where appropriate, deployed for the benefit of Freemasons by Freemasons; • the MMC and its historical significance for Freemasons throughout Queensland and the wider community can be preserved; • that the BoB trading as Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland can continue to support the charity work of Freemasons throughout Queensland in its capacity as a significant, public charity.

What will change at Hand Heart Pocket?

Nothing will change regarding the support and assistance provided by the BoB through Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland. The BoB’s Benevolence Assistance program will continue to support members of the community who are in necessitous circumstances, including Freemasons and their families. The BoB will continue to deliver its charitable mandate to the Queensland public and in Papua New Guinea trading as Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland. The BoB will also

of Aged Masons, This is a joint communication from The Board of Benevolence and nd (UGLQ).

Widows and Orphans’ Fund and the United Grand Lodge of Queensla QLD 4006 | Ph 07 3493 6000 Valley Fortitude 1202, Box PO | u cket.org.a dheartpo Contact Hand Heart Pocket: info@han 07 3229 3533 Ph | 4001 Brisbane 2204, Box GPO | Contact UGLQ: membership@uglq.org.au

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continue to support Lodges’ charity work through Hand Heart Pocket’s Grassroots Grants and will continue its significant and flagship support of other charities.

However, the process for ordering charity jewels will change. This change will ensure that the proceeds from jewel sales can continue to provide an income for the MFoB, as it has for many years. More details around the process for ordering charity jewels will be provided to members in the coming weeks. However, at this stage, and to ensure continuity, members can still order charity jewels through Hand Heart Pocket.

What will change for the MMC? The MMC will no longer be owned by the BoB and the develo pment for the full adaptiv e reuse of the buildin g will not procee d. The MMC will be owned by 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd. Minor Buildin g Works for the MMC will take place in due course , and membe rs will be advised of any potent ial impact s to access before this occurs. Given the change of owners hip, the 99-year peppercorn lease agreem ent that the UGLQ has with the BoB to occupy the buildin g will be termina ted. A lease break fee of $6.2 million , which reflects the value of the peppercorn lease to the UGLQ, will be paid by the BoB. UGLQ will then enter a new, comme rcial lease agreem ent with 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd to utilise a section of the buildin g at a rental agreem ent of $175k per annum . The BoB will also enter a 10-year lease agreem ent with 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd to utilise a section of the buildin g at a rental agreem ent of $85k per annum . In the future, other tenants may lease parts of the buildin g from 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd and these tenants will provide an income to contrib ute to the ongoin g mainte nance and running costs of the buildin g. To ensure indepe ndence and fairnes s, a third-p arty assessm ent of the transac tion was conduc ted.

Findex Corpor ate Finance (formal ly Crowe Horwat h), conduc ted this indepe ndent assessm ent and confirm ed that it is comme rcially reason able and a fair transac tion.

What will change at the UGLQ? An entity called MFOB Pty Ltd has been created to be the new trustee of the Masonic Fund of Benevolence.

The directors of this trust have been selected from those appointed to the General Board of Directors of UGLQ. The directors of MFOB Pty Ltd will be responsible for making decisions about investing, preserving and using these funds for appropriate purposes according to Terms of Trust that have been established for the fund.

An entity called 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd has also been created to be the new owners of the MMC. The directors of this entity have been selected from those appointed to the General Board of Directors of UGLQ. The directors of 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd will be responsible for making decisions about the MMC including leasing arrangements and any refurbishment works.

What happens next?

There will be a transition phase for the MFoB where current processes surrounding the fund will be reviewed and adopted by the new trustee and, where required, new policies, systems and processes for how these funds will be managed, invested and deployed in the future will be established.

The MMC will be settled on 5th August 2019 with the new owners. Members will be advised when settlement has occurred.

Question and answer information sheets about the expected changes to the MFoB and the MMC have been made available in the member only area of the UGLQ website at www.uglq.org.au and the Hand Heart Pocket website at www.handheartpocket.org.au On behalf of the BoB and the UGLQ, we are delighted to share this news with you. The UGLQ, MFOB Pty Ltd and 311 Ann Street Pty Ltd are committed to keeping you up-to-date as the transition progresses. We see this as a positive outcome for our members and the Craft, ensuring that both the MFoB and MMC can continue to be used as they were originally intended.

Yours fraternally,

Tom Wiltshire Chairman, Board of Benevolence

Ray Saunders President, General Board

This is a joint communication from The Board of Benevolence and of Aged Masons, Widows and Orphans’ Fund and the United Grand Lodge of Queensla nd (UGLQ).

Contact Hand Heart Pocket: info@handheartpocket.org.au | PO Box 1202, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006 | Ph 07 3493 6000 Contact UGLQ: membership@uglq.org.au | GPO Box 2204, Brisbane 4001 | Ph 07 3229 3533

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Cover Story

The 2019 UGLQ Grand Installation It was about a year ago when planning for the 2019 UGLQ Grand Installation began in earnest. The Masonic Memorial Centre in Ann St was the subject of a re-purposing development application and was not likely to be available for the Grand Installation.

Advance bookings were therefore made to secure the Brisbane Hilton Hotel Ball Room as a make-shift Lodge room for the ceremony.

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antastic news was received some 3 months ago that, as no major building works would occur pre-July, the Installation of RW Bro Paul Holland (DGM) as Most Worshipful Grand Master and Investiture of his Grand Officers could be undertaken in Grand Hall.

As an innovation the ceremony was, for the first time in Queensland, open to members of the Masonic Family.

A full 3 days of traditional activities were held. These included a Vice Regal reception at Government House for the visiting GMs of our Sister Constitutions, a “meet and greet” evening reception, a Ladies & Partners breakfast, the Grand Installation and Banquet plus a farewell lunch.

After 12 practices, the Installing Team and 2019/20 Grand Officers were well prepared for a solemn, enjoyable, traditional and successful ceremony to install our new Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master (RW Bro Jeffrey Harper), Assistant Grand Master (RW Bro David Sherrit) and the 2019/20 Team.

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“Fantastic news was received some 3 months ago that, as no major building works would occur pre-July, the Installation of RW Bro Paul Holland (DGM) as Most Worshipful Grand Master and Investiture of his Grand Officers could be undertaken in Grand Hall.”

Everything went off without a hitch.

Just kidding. Some last-minute Team shuffles & delays were identified then quickly and seamlessly fixed by the Team of GO’s & UGLQ staff.

Our retiring GM, MW Bro Alan Townson, welcomed visiting Heads and their Delegations from the Queensland Grand Mark and Royal Arch Orders plus overseas visitors from New Caledonia and New Zealand and every Australian State. A wonderful compliment of local, interstate and overseas family and friends were also welcomed.

UGLQ has an enviable reputation for the quality of its ritual performance. This was certainly on display and a credit to the hard work put in by all 2019-20 Grand Officers and a strong contingent of Past Grand Officers and AGDDs in the Installing Team. A visiting Grand Herald from Victoria even joined our Team!

Whilst our first open ceremony was a success, we learned a couple of lessons. For future ceremonies, we will seat the brethren at the back of the room so that our invited guests from the Masonic Family get the most uninterrupted view possible.

Special thanks must also go to the UGLQ staff for their efforts put into the organisation of the event as all flowed smoothly without any interruptions. The performance of guest guitar soloist Mr Jeremy Stafford was well received.

Finally, my personal thanks to all for the unfailing support and encouragement you provided during my term as GDC. RW Bro Ian Kerr Senior Grand Warden & Immediate Past Grand Director of Ceremonies

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Welcome ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and Brethren All to this historic occasion. The first open Grand Installation meeting held in this jurisdiction and especially in this wonderful building. Firstly, this is not just my big day. It’s an important day for every Grand Officer in this room and having the opportunity to share that with family and friends is a very special thing.

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aving said that I would like to acknowledge my family whose support has been fundamental in allowing me to enjoy my Freemasonry to this degree. As I often say, time is the one resource we can’t store up for a rainy day. It is the most precious commodity we have to share with our loved ones and in freely giving us the time to pursue our own interests (time we could be spending with them) they give us the most wonderful and selfless gift.

My wife Waveny is here today along with my son Bryn, my daughter in law Pamela and my granddaughter Lottie, my son Adam and his partner Lisa, my daughter Rhiannon who has flown out from London, my brother Mark and my sister in law Tricia, and my sister in law Michelle and her husband Paul.

I have a bunch of college and school mates here who have been great friends of mine since we were teenagers. I have many Masonic friends as well, from my own lodges and from lodges I’ve had the privilege of visiting over the past 20 or so years.

There are others who I wish could be here. Some who are ill or travelling or caught up with other life commitments. Some though have passed to Grand Lodge Above.

My father in law Audley Fernando, a proud Freemason of 50 years, my brother in law Adrian who I didn’t have the opportunity to sit in lodge with and many of my Masonic friends and mentors who have ceased their earthly labours. I miss them all today.

However, today is a day to look forward not backward. We have much to

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achieve and brand new opportunities to explore.

A major challenge is to continue the program of reshaping Freemasonry in Queensland as a successful and sustainable membership organisation for the 21C. Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainability is built on the pillars of innovation and resilience.

One of my favourite sayings is that ‘a society becomes great when old men plant trees in whose shade they know they will never sit.’ I like that and I think it describes the selfless principles we have in Freemasonry. However, to be sustainable we just can’t sacrifice everything now for those we are yet to meet. We need to be around to give them a future. A balance must be struck between current prosperity and future relevance and I believe we’re smart enough to do that.

Without a doubt the greatest challenge facing Freemasonry, and actually all organisations that have a volunteer base, is membership. We have the twin issues of recruitment and retention to consider. Interestingly we’ve always been able to attract new members. The great challenge for us today is to keep them.

Of course we can always do better in the attraction of new members and we do intend focusing on making the joining process both simpler in terms of the mechanical steps involved and harder in terms of the quality of men we are seeking. This quality has little

“A society becomes great when old men plant trees in whose shade they know they will never sit.”

to do with station in life or worldly achievements but more to do with character and a desire to grow.

Our key membership issue is retention of our membership base. The reality is that we, and just about every other membership organisation on earth, is losing more members than are joining.

To quote Professor Julius Sumner Miller “Why is it so?”

Some of this reduction is the result of an ageing demographic, the pressures of a complex working world and changing social norms and as such is beyond our direct control. However a goodly portion of resignations can be attributed to the expectations of members not being met. This we can do something about by encouraging lodges to provide experiences which go further towards fulfilling the needs and wants of their members.

Life inside the lodge no longer mirrors life outside the lodge, and the post war social craving of a life with surety, certainty and no surprises is long gone. We live in a world of uncertainty, diversity and almost endless choice.

Whilst the notion of the lodge as an oasis of calm and timelessness is romantic and therefore attractive, the reality is that this novelty soon wears off if lodges fail to challenge and give opportunity to newer members and present a varied program of activities to keep them engaged and coming back.

Education going hand in hand with a variety of experiences is the key.

Lodges should see themselves as powerful engines of learning, fellowship and good works and act that way. >

“Some of this reduction is the result of an ageing demographic, the pressures of a complex working world and changing social norms and as such is beyond our direct control.”

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> To this end a range of activities are planned to continue or commence over the coming months: • Lodges will be encouraged to introduce more variety into their programming.

• We will assist in providing access to existing educational resources and encourage the creation and sharing of more of this type of material.

• We will provide information on the range of lodge cooperation and merger models. This will be a priority activity.

• Lodges will be encouraged to consider meeting models which best suit them and their lodge community (seasonal, travelling, time share, ‘in recess’).

• We will continue to support the creation of Special Interest Lodges.

The first of which is Musica. The idea being that they allow members to pursue practical and/or academic Masonic pursuits in lodges which are not primary lodges, meet a few times a year, have travelling warrants, have a relaxed dress code, and do not conduct degree work.

The second may be Astra—we have a brother who is a professional astronomer at the Kingaroy observatory who is keen to be involved with this.

• We will develop and prototype a Virtual Lodge or Lodge of the Air model which can service our shrinking rural base plus provide for the Queensland diaspora anywhere in the world. Increasingly technology will play a larger role in our lodge delivery models.

Property

Above all lodges should be three things:

A significant review of our property portfolio will take place with the focus on rationalising the list of owned properties and investing in centres that have a dual Masonic and commercial purpose.

1. Happy places; 2. Places where men learn and grow; 3. Places where men feel they are involved in something important.

Final message Above all lodges should be three things: 1. Happy places; 2. Places where men learn and grow; 3. Places where men feel they are involved in something important.

I often say that volunteers can’t be managed—they can only be led.

Leadership is based on trust and

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respect which should be reciprocal. Like our Immediate Past Grand Master, I’m a believer in the servant leader approach where I lead through serving you.

Lodge culture is the key to our success. Leaders set culture. We must be relentlessly positive in our approach and attitudes.

To quote Sir Ken Robinson, “Leaders are like farmers. They can’t make plants grow, but they create conditions in which plants grow themselves” To all the Masonic leaders out there…this is our job.

Craft News

Affairs of the heart

By Wor Bro Max Vincent

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he production of the DVD recording “Affairs of the Heart” was first mooted in 2013. It was aimed at attracting membership to both the Foundation Stone of “Craft Freemasonry”, and the second course of the Edifice, “The Holy Royal Arch”.

The material is presented by medical professionals, and experienced patients. A “Q and A” session is included, where a patron may ask an invited Doctor about related problems.

Professionals know how to field or address such questions. This, Part 3, would encompass one evening, the second of the three.

A Team of members of both orders spent much time to develop a storyboard which should attract ALL persons over the age of sixteen years. The common interest, (core of the program), was chosen to be “Affairs of the Heart”. This title had broad attraction, and we all have one, and therefore the same concerns on the health of our heart.

If you wish to watch the Affairs of the heart DVD with your lodge please get in touch with your local AGDD.

“It is recommended that the showings of the production should be no longer than the five parts over three evenings, each within the attention span of a viewer.”

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It is recommended that the showings of the production should be no longer than the five parts over three evenings, each within the attention span of a viewer.

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Winter Quarterly Communication G

ood evening Past Grand Masters & Brethren, I thank you for your attendance this evening and for your interest in Grand Lodge affairs. It is so important to share ideas for the future of the Craft in this jurisdiction.

I have enjoyed considerable ceremonial activity since the last communication. The Grand teams have visited many Installations and conducted some. Of note, was the consecration of the newly amalgamated Gregory Allan Lodge performed in partnership with District Grand Officers from the District GL of Carpentaria.

It was a terrific ceremony and celebration. It has always been my intention to highlight that the District Grand Lodges perform an important ceremonial function on behalf of United Grand Lodge of Queensland. I remain optimistic that this can continue.

In late March, the Deputy Grand Master, Grand Officers and I, performed a re-enactment of consecration ceremony to celebrate the 150th Centennial of Pioneer Lodge 16. The event was well supported by brethren and families from the Gympie and surrounds. Well done to the

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organisers of a great event.

“The purpose of Freemasonry is neither charity nor alms giving nor the cultivation of social sentiment; for both of these are merely incidental to its organisation; but it is the search after truth, and that truth is the unity of God and the immortality of the soul. The various Craft degrees of initiation represent the various stages through which the human mind passes and the many difficulties which man individually or collectively must encounter in their progress from ignorance to the acquisition of this truth.”

I had the pleasure of installing Right Worshipful Brother Beresford Whyte as the District Grand Master of the District Grand Lodge of North Queensland last month. Congratulations to him and the District Grand Officers who were invested last month.

I attended the Provincial Grand Lodge, New Caledonia’s Grand Installation of Most Worshipful Brother Christian Juvigny as their Provincial Grand Master. A delegation from New Caledonia will attend the UGLQ Grand Installation next month. Also, the Grand Master of Grand Loge Nationale de Francaise, MWBro Jean-Pierre Rollet visited the Masonic Memorial Centre.

Our Grand Lodges reaffirmed and exchanged an illuminated pledge of loyalty and friendship between us.

Brethren, I have spoken from time to time over the last two years of the Masonic Fund of Benevolence. This fund has now been established with funds that were previously known as the Fund of Benevolence. It now has been structured as a Freemason – helping – Freemason fund and is designed to assist members and their families who are in need. The Board of Benevolence is the current trustee but as it is a public charity, that Board will need to

determine how it will be administered into the future. An outcome is nearing completion and will be communicated to members shortly.

It is appropriate that I visited some of the statements that I made at the Grand Installation in 2016, just three ago. I said that the servant/ leader model of leadership is the best approach for Grand Lodge to set the brethren on a path to be agile, imaginative and progressive. I said that I covet openness and consultation over the importance of control. Yet unsurprisingly many of our members accuse Grand Lodge of being paternalistic. No doubt this is true in some contexts. However, I reiterate that under our Constitution, Lodges have a great deal of independence to decide on how they deliver the Masonic ritual and story without undue interference.

I’m under no misapprehension that changes in attitudes within our organisation will take time before they become second nature.

Over the last three years, I have experienced many significant and some subtle achievements for Freemasonry in Queensland. I have been impressed by the way many Lodges are seeking to modernise their workings and businesses. In a rapidly changing world and environment, all Freemasons and Lodges need to support each other to capitalise on the opportunities and challenges that exist today. I see this as work in progress.

I quote from a book by Wor Bro Don Fenwick, A Study of Masonic Words and the definition of the Design of Freemasonry. It says; “the purpose of Freemasonry is neither charity nor alms giving nor the cultivation of social sentiment; for both of these are merely incidental to its organisation; but it is the search after truth, and that truth is the unity of God and the immortality of the soul. The various Craft degrees of initiation represent the various stages through which the human mind passes and the many difficulties which man individually or collectively must encounter in their progress from ignorance to the acquisition of this truth.”

Having accepted this quote or definition, it occurred to me that as I progressed through my term as

Lodges. I thank the many Lodges who have welcomed me into their workings during my term; it has been a privilege.

The activities of Hand Heart Pocket, The Charity of Freemasons Queensland, in supporting major philanthropy has been a great change for Freemasonry in the last couple of years. In addition, the support to Lodges charitable activities has been a significant fillip for many lodges in their desire to support their communities.

I congratulate the Board and staff for their great work.

“I take this opportunity to thank many Freemasons who have performed wonderful work over the last three years.”

Grand Master, I needed to reflect on the various obligations that I have undertaken. I also feel that every Freemason at whatever stage he is at with his masonic journey and his progress in seeking self-improvement, there is a need to revisit and rethink the obligations we have imposed upon ourselves. The quest for truth, satisfaction and purpose in life are contained within our rituals and obligations. When we think about the three Craft degrees, they are designed perfectly for this purpose. The expectations imposed by a modern society demand that all Freemasons adhere to the tenets of the Craft if they are to achieve true fulfilment and thus, we all need to review the undertakings we have given and practise them in real ways.

I take this opportunity to thank many Freemasons who have performed wonderful work over the last three years. I express my deep appreciation to those who have served as Grand Officers, performed at numerous ceremonies and provided a sterling support to Grand Lodge and the

The work of the members of the various UGLQ Boards and their respective committees is considerable and is all voluntary. Generally, the wider membership is unaware of such enormous commitment. I sincerely thank them for their dedication and their desire to contribute to a vibrant fraternity in Queensland.

I thank the DGM Paul Holland and the AGMs Cam Denyer, Jeff Harper and Chris Pyke for their support; I am indebted to them for their work. I thank the Grand Director of Ceremonies RW Bro Ian Kerr for his support and guidance as we travelled from Lodge to Lodge. To the many Grand Officers who have supported Grand Lodge during my term, thank you!

Next month, we look forward to welcoming the 30th Grand Master, RW Bro Paul Holland, the Deputy Grand Master RW Bro Jeff Harper, the Assistant Grand Master RW Bro David Sherrit, Grand Officers and the various new Board members. I congratulate each of you and wish you all the best for the future.

I place on record my deep appreciation and thanks to Robyn who has given me support throughout my masonic life— an immeasurable commitment.

Thank you all for affording me the honour of being the Grand Master for the last three years.

In conclusion and as my term of office comes to a close, I say that I am not sad that it is ending but I am happy that it happened. Enjoy your Freemasonry, brethren!

MW Bro Alan Townson Grand Master

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Service Jewels

Service Jewels Presented Jewels notified as presented March – June 2019

80 YEAR JEWELS & LAPEL PINS Bro Lance Strickland

Broadwater Surfers Paradise 434

70 YEAR JEWELS & LAPEL PINS RW Bro G Unsworth PDGM

Moreton 226

Wor Bro R N Fox

Douglas 036

60 YEAR JEWELS & LAPEL PINS RW Bro R E Eggleton PJGW

Mooloolah 334

RW Bro P C Thomas PJGW

Maranoa 47

VW Bro C S Jeffery PDGDC

Burstow 195

VW Bro James Robert Neuendorf

Braemar 089

Wor Bro R Antoney PG Std Br

Calen Hamilton 395

Wor Bro R P Barlow

Pialba 192

Wor Bro W A Batkin

Maroochydore 392

Wor Bro L E Holde

Johnstone River Heritage 135

Wor Bro R W Medlicott PG Swd Br

Maroochydore 392

Wor Bro I J Sanderson

Logan Beenleigh Daylight 536

Wor Bro A Trevarthen

Burleigh 307

Wor Bro B J Weaver

Mount Morgan 057

Wor Bro S O Wolski PSGD

Burstow 195

Bro B J McCamley

Douglas 036

Bro R A McCamley

Douglas 036

Bro G S Turnbull

Caboolture 266

50 YEAR JEWELS & LAPEL PINS MW Bro E Anthony PSM PGM

Pittsworth United 91

RW Bro N A Jones

Crows Nest Cooyar 159

Wor Bro L A Carruthers

Kennedy 011

Wor Bro Dennis Arthur Giles

Maranoa 47

Wor Bro D A Giles

Maranoa 47

Wor Bro H A Greenfield

Euclid (Daylight) 502

Wor Bro N I Heyer

Toowoomba 132

Wor Bro A F McKenzie

Athole 053

Wor Bro C K Morris

Norman Park 314

Wor Bro M M Pilcher

Corinthian 71

Wor Bro T D Turner

Connectivity 537

Bro A J Anderson

Sir Augustus 154

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2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours List NAME

HONOUR

LODGE

NO.

VW Bro Gregory Lance EARLY PDGDC APM

AM

Celtic of Ithaca

084

RW Bro John BLACK PJGW

OAM

AIF Memorial

289

Grand Lodge Honours SALUTATION

FIRST NAMES

SURNAME

LODGE

NO

HONOUR

Wor Bro

Lou

GRIMSHAW PJGW

Theodore Unmack

060

Order of Service to Masonry

Wor Bro

Ian

De VILLIERS OSB

Queensland

002

Order of Service to Benevolence

VW Bro

Norm

SOUTER-SMITH OSB

Cleveland

074

Order of Service to Benevolence

Wor Bro

Lee

SANKEY MSM PDist DGDC

St Andrew of Townsville

094

Meritorious Service to Masonry

Wor Bro

Ron

ROWE MSM PGStdBr

Hinchinbrook Cordelia

069

Meritorious Service to Masonry

RW Bro

Ronald

DONNELLAN OSB PJGW

Millican

137

Order of Service to Benevolence

Bro

William

BASS CSM

Southern Queensland

029

Conspicuous Service to Masonry

Wor Bro

Neil

BERTWISTLE CSM

Dunellan

480

Conspicuous Service to Masonry

Wor Bro

Ted

DENNIS MSM

Calen Hamilton

395

Meritorious Service to Masonry

Bro

Keith

REDMAN MSM

Tuscan

235

Meritorious Service to Masonry

Conferred Grand Rank The Grand Master has bestowed: SALUTATION

FIRST NAMES

SURNAME

LODGE

NO

RANK

RW Bro

Les

KEANE PDistGM

Hibernia & Albion Star

015

PAGM

RW Bro

Ray

SAUNDERS Pres GBoD

St Andrew

006

PJGW

RW Bro

Tom

WILTSHIRE Pres BoB

Bennu

538

PJGW

Wor Bro

Damon

FEALY

North Australian

001

PSGD

Wor Bro

Merv

JOHNSTON

Continuity

242

PGStdBr

Order of Australia recipients VW Bro Greg Early, AM APM PDGDC was awarded an OAM for significant service to the community, particularly to former law enforcement officers.

As a former Assistant Commissioner in the Queensland Police Service, he has been State Secretary and State President of the Queensland Retired Police Association since 2012. He has also been or still is involved in executive positions in the Queensland Police Service Blue Ribbon Committee, Aspley Uniting Church Council, Albany

Creek Probus Club, Lifeline Brisbane, Queensland Police-Citizens Youth Welfare Association, Community Supporting Police, Alderley Kindergarten, Enoggera and Wilston State Schools

and Alderley/Grange Neighbourhood Watch. While involvement with some of these organisations is ongoing, some of it goes back over fiftyone years. He is a member of Celtic of Ithaca Lodge 84.

VW Bro Jock Sullivan PDGDC was awarded an OAM for his years of service to the community. Since 1948 he has been involved in serving the public when he became a trustee of the Amby Community Hall. He then went on to serve on the Booringa Shire Council for two terms.

Jock was also a local president of the Queensland Grain Growers Association and the director of the Muckadilla

Photo: credit to The Western Star Rifle Club. He also broke a fundraising record for the Leukemia foundation when he raised $14,000 for patients in rural areas. He is a member of Mitchell Lodge 149.

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Address by MW Bro Alan Townson GM at wreath laying service, Masonic Memorial Centre, 25 April 2019

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n Anzac day at the Wreath Laying Service at the Masonic Memorial Centre the MW Bro Alan Townson addressed the gathering about the landmark Gallipoli song written by Eric Bogle “and the band played waltzing Matilda” “as this song documents the tragedy of Gallipoli through the story of an individual digger, a swaggie who was swept into war, lost his legs, respected the Turks, and survived with his dignity intact, to later question the meaning of it all.

In the last verse of the song, the Anzac, now an old man, says:

contain an enormous population; and when that great population will look back through the preceding periods of time to the worldshaking episode of the great war, and when they will seek out with the most intense care every detail of that struggle; when the movements of every battalion, of every company, will be elaborately unfolded to the gaze of all; when every family will seek to trace some connection with the heroes who landed on the Gallipoli peninsula, or fought on the Somme, or the other great battles in France.”

“I am confident that we can inform our children that the price paid during these conflicts was necessary to protect freedom and that the unacceptable alternatives come at a price freedom- loving people are not prepared to pay”, Bro Townson said.

so now every April i sit on my porch and i watch the parade pass before me and i see my old comrades how proudly they march reliving old dreams and past glories. but the old men march slowly, all bone stiff and sore, tired old heroes from a forgotten war, and young people ask me, “what are they marching for?” and i ask myself the same question.”

Bro Townson explained that the ingredients of the song are: • young men left their homeland with a sense of glory and innocence on joining the military, with the military bands playing joyfully; • then, they were plunged into the horror of battle; • the horror continued for years with loss of life and horrific injury; • those who left Australia fit and adventurous returned with silence and shock, brutalised, trauma abounds, and the band’s tune is now bleak; • years later the youth try to understand what it is all about.”

Bro Townson then quoted what Winston Churchill said after the great war, in 1919: “we must look forward one hundred, two hundred, three hundred years, to the time when the vast continent of Australia will

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“I am confident that we can inform our children that the price paid during these conflicts was necessary to protect freedom and that the unacceptable alternatives come at a price freedom - loving people are not prepared to pay.”

Bro Townson acknowledged that we were gathered to honour the memory of the men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to the country. “By your presence here, I know there is no doubt in your hearts and your minds that today is especially significant.

In cities and towns throughout Australia, ceremonies like this are a permanent reminder to a youth of today that our forefathers thought this wonderful country of ours was worth fighting and dying for. The Anzac tradition clearly indicates that we understand that freedom is the greatest asset a country can have. To preserve the spirit and the freedoms we enjoy, our knowledge and experiences of conflict need to be passed from generation to generation. Few would argue that each of us must do our bit to uphold that Anzac spirit, so we may shape and influence our lives and the generations that follow.”

“Let us never forget the selfless sacrifice of so many Australians at, and since Gallipoli, We will remember them! lest we forget!”

Craft News

Combined Tableland Lodges ANZAC Memorial Service The Masonic empty chair ceremony does not glorify war, but reflects on the sacrifices of those who went to war to preserve our values. So said RW Bro Henry Condon Dist GM in Atherton on the night of Wednesday 17 April.

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he Combined Tableland Masonic Lodges hosted its annual commemorative Anzac Day service, the highlight being the empty chair ceremony. The empty chair represents those brethren who served and died in wars since World War I. “We need to act kindly and generously to others, to our families, our neighbours and all human beings,” RW Bro Condon said.

“We need to act kindly and generously to others, to our families, our neighbours and all human beings, We as Freemasons regard the ANZAC Day ceremony as an important service.”

From left: VW Bro Alan Sims Dist GDC, RW Bro Henry Condon Dist GM, Wor Bro Bill Bean, RW Bro Bob Wakely PDist GM, and guest speaker. Australian National Servicemen’s Association’s Tableland Branch President John Hardy.

“We as Freemasons regard the ANZAC Day ceremony as an important service.”

Freemasons were among the troops. They believed in mateship and caring for others. All humankind is equal; all of us are equal. We focus on harmony not disagreement.”

President of the Tablelands branch of the Australian National Servicemen’s Association, John Hardy gave the keynote address. The Masonic service acknowledges both Australian and New Zealand troops and the National Anthems of both countries were sung. The service was blessed with the vocals of Helen Snelling on the night Photo by David Anthony, The Tablelander News Paper

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Six Days in April

By Wor Bro Stig R Hokanson

About a year ago, following reports of the devastating Queensland drought, Wor Bro Jim O’Sullivan of Bayside Lodge 523 suggested that his lodge should do something practical for a specific area in the bush. His suggestion resonated well with assembled brethren.

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ueensland, being larger than most other States, the immediate question arose: Where and how do we want to help? Enter the ‘Brady Factor’. In his youth, a considerable time ago, Wor Bro Roger Brady had worked in Augathella, a town of approximately 400 souls, situated north-east of Charleville.

At this point in time most Bayside members had never heard of Augathella and would be hard pressed to find it on the map. There were exceptions, of course.

The most prominent of those was Wor Bro Steve Cook, former jackaroo and well versed with the district. A decision to donate $1000.00 to the townsfolk of Augathella was made. This is where it all could have ended, but for a unique series of events which quickly

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ensued. Many would later echo Myora Master Stephen Lewis’ line: “This was Freemasonry’s finest hour...”

At lodge Myora, situated on North Stradbroke Island in Moreton Bay there was an annual Proclamation Meeting at which Wor Bro Stephen Lewis brought up news of Bayside’s project. Moreover, Stephen Lewis, with the approval of his lodge, matched the $1000.00 donation with a stirring speech. The starter’s gun had been fired. From there on, Masonic Daylight lodges clambered to come aboard the unique project. Pledges and donations came from Thespian Lodge, Woolloongabba Lodge, Bayside Daylight Lodge, Myora Lodge, LoganBeenleigh Daylight and Moreton Lodge. Private donations were made

by Keith Dyer, Don Blunden, Jim O’Sullivan and Tom Baird totaling close to $1000.00.

done? Plenty, according to Bayside Lodge member VW Bro Peter James and wife Ronnie, who suggested that we all go out west for a visit and, along the way, support drought-stricken communities by patronising their shops and eating venues. This was a novel idea, supported from the start by organisers Roger Brady and Steve Cook. Daunting logistics awaited.

The plan was to attend the annual installation meeting of Augathella Lodge 319 in April. By now two minibuses were booked, driven by four capable lodge members.

Roger Brady contacted longtime friend and secretary of Augathella Lodge 319, Toby Brown, who was asked to distribute the funds raised to Augathella people through a voucher system. Realising that our Masonic charity effort could not compete with Federal and State Government aid packages, such as fodder, fuel and other major drought reliefs, organisers Roger Brady and Steve Cook felt— quite rightly—that our efforts should brighten up their lives in other tangible ways.

To this end vouchers were distributed to the people of Augathella by Secretary Toby Brown which could be spent on meals in the Bowls Club, Ellangowan Hotel, purchases at the town’s butcher shop, supermarket, garage and other venues of choice.

By the time seven lodges had come aboard, the project also received private donations from individual Masonic Brethren, as mentioned above. Hearing of the ambitious plan, the United Grand Lodge of Queensland, Masonry’s peak body, also came up with a donation. All in all, it was proudly announced that $10,000.00 was donated to Augathella.

Beyond communal transport, some couples, who owned caravans, signed up for the 850-kilometer trek. Others chose to take their own cars. A sizeable team set out from Cleveland on Thursday, April 11. The first day’s travel concluded in Roma, some 490km west of Brisbane. However, it was far from a non-stop sojourn.

A most pleasant stop occurred at Larnook Station, Mungalalla where caretakers Wor Bro Ray and Mary Wilson provided light refreshments.

Both hosts attended Augathella Lodge installation a few days later.

Freemasonry in the bush survives, in no small measure, to the efforts and dedication of brethren willing to drive vast distances to and from meetings.

Driving 200km to lodge and back home again in the same day/night is not unusual in these parts. We salute their efforts. Waking up in Roma’s Carnarvon Motel, a brilliant blue sky

“At this point in time most Bayside members had never heard of Augathella and would be hard pressed to find it on the map. There were exceptions, of course.”

greeted the travelling group. We soon passed the famous Muckadilla Pub (currently up for sale), then onto Mitchell before eventually rolling into Charleville, a renowned western Queensland town. Apart from the caravan travelers, all visitors stayed at modern and spacious Cosmos Hotel adjacent to the famous Cosmos Observatory. Charleville showed signs of the crippling drought. Boarded up shops and shrinking commercial activity are the tell-tale signs of tough conditions in the bush.

Many made sure to inject much needed cash into the local economy, be it through a local pie in the bakery or an Akubra hat from Golders Store. An Akubra ‘Kanga’ provides much shade from the autumn sun and quickly grows on you, speaking from experience. Saturday, April 13 was “A”-Day, eg ‘a’ for Augathella.

The short drive from Charleville to Augathella seemed positively ‘just around the corner’ compared to >

Augathella Masonic Centre

This is where the project may well have ended. After all, what more could be

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> previous days’ long hauls.

Augathella warmly received its city visitors. Indeed, Master-Elect RW Bro Robin Schweitzer stood outside the Ellangowan Hotel, brandishing a broad smile with the greeting: “You must be part of the city Masons?” We shook hands and confirmed the observation. Visitors had a few hours to view Augathella, once famous for bushrangers the Kenniff brothers, Patrick and Jimmy.

Today’s Augathella Police Station and adjacent lock-up is in a time warp as if right out of a western movie.

The young Constable stationed in Augathella was initiated in City of Logan Lodge at Beenleigh and will now continue his Masonic journey in Augathella Lodge.

Larger than life, Mr Masonry himself, effervescent RW Bro John Lethbridge of Roma was there too. By the time the gavel went down to open the lodge there was not a spare seat in the room. What transpired was a genuine, sincere and impressive Installation Ceremony which thrilled locals and visitors alike. Congratulatory speeches came RW Bro Schweitzer’s way from near and far. These continued unabated at the town’s bowls club, the festive board venue. Master Robin Schweitzer was presented with a copy of The Show Must Go On, the history of Thespian Lodge No 268, 19182018. Lorna Schweitzer was presented with a hand-made rosewood and western red cedar box, made by Wor Bro Kev Roberts.

The Augathella lodge building is within walking distance of Ellangowan Hotel. To this end a long parade of Freemasons could be seen making their way to the Centre shortly after 3 o’clock in the afternoon for tyling at 4:00pm. Our group of visiting Freemasons volunteered to fill any vacant chairs.

Waking up Sunday morning, April 14, many visitors returned to Roma, Mitchell and Charleville. Others, such as our group, thanks to organiser Steve Cook, enjoyed a truly spectacular visit to two cattle stations situated on the Nive River.

Beddenham Station, owned by Natalie and Guy Newell and Ellangowan Station, owned by Rebecca and Alistair Falk, who threw open their vast cattle properties, both in excess of 40,000 hectares. Hosts Rebecca and Alistair Falk opened up their spacious colonial home to us visitors starting with Morning Tea. This was followed by an extensive tour of Ellangowan Station, the Nive River and surrounds.

Spotting an old Easty Organ in the lodge room, and learning that the lodge had not had an organist for the past few decades I volunteered to play. My Master, Wor Bro Ken Corley CSM, suggested I pump the pedals for a few minutes to let any docile mice escape! I followed his advice for nothing as no vermin was to be found in this classic organ made in Brattleboro, Vermont, USA in 1894. The sound was great and, with all stops pulled out, filled the room with “So Mote it Be” on countless occasions as gregarious Robin Schweitzer was installed in the Chair of King Solomon, a chair he incidentally occupied in 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 2005, 2006 and now...for the seventh time, in 2019.

Augathella Lodge 319 was founded in 1924 and is the proud keeper of Hall Stone Jewel 54. So, was our group the only visitors? Certainly not. The Master of Charleville Lodge 70, Brad Clayton and wife Chris were there, (right) as were masters and brethren from Roma, Mitchell and beyond.

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Returning from Alistair Falk’s station tour a BBQ luncheon was waiting. This was enjoyed with amber fluid in the spacious main house garden. It was time for us to show our appreciation.

Talented Wor Bro Kev Roberts of Thespian Lodge led the charge with Banjo Patterson poems such as The Man from Ironbark and The Man from Snowy River, the latter introduced with an accordion entry.

My ukulele, more suited for island music, came to good use alongside Kev Roberts’ guitar with a few popular numbers. However, it did not end there. Bayside’s talented tenor and Junior Warden Graham Hayward sang a bracket of numbers in his professional way causing even live

stock to gather close to the fenced off area near the homestead. Last, but not least Bayside’s Master, Wor Bro David Howarth gave a rendition of a popular song.

Every great day has to draw to an end. Covered in bull dust, the fleet of vehicles slowly left Ellangowan Station making its way back to Augathella just before dusk. It was pizza night at the pub. In the hotel’s dining room the conversation became a prolonged retrospect over our two days in this warm outback town. The visitors felt enveloped by pervading kindness and legendary country hospitality.

Breaking Up is Hard to Do, is a familiar title of one of Neil Sedaka’s records.

It was also an appropriate adage for the following morning. Kev and Tina Roberts took off at dawn, Greg and Val Morgan took off for Lightning Ridge, NSW; Robert and Les Faulconbridge

the end of formal activities.

Fresh memories and endless conversations peppered the walls of the two buses en route to Brisbane on Tuesday, April 16. While the two buses escaped surprises, others were not so lucky.

Janette and I copped a broken windscreen. Kev and Tina Roberts pondered long and hard as to why passing traffic waved to them, yelling out and appearing excited. “It must be Easter Greetings and people being friendly,” thought Kev and Tina.

On stopping briefly, they found, to their horror, motorists had alerted them to the fact that the door to their caravan had blown clean off its hinges.

Stuff from inside their van had flown out and presumably littered the road.

Philosophical Kev Roberts, with a shoulder shrug, borrowed Ned Kelly’s last words...’Such is Life.’ (A new door is on order).

Some time has now passed since our Six Days in April. Friendships were forged with new people whose commonality is our beloved Craft.

Augathella Police Station

“It is most prudent to record appreciation of the men who made it all possible. Organisers Roger Brady and Steve Cook were the driving force who transformed dream into reality. ”

took off with their caravan, while the minibuses headed towards Roma.

More sightseeing ensued in Roma before an impromptu sojourn to Roma Masonic Centre in Jackson Street, a modern building with impressive exterior as well as interior. A dome ceiling featuring the starry firmament with an accentuated Southern Cross configuration is most impressive.

The Roma Masonic Centre is home to Raphael Lodge and Maranoa Lodge as well as Royal Arch Chapter and

other Orders. RW Bro John Lethbridge brought out the lodge’s working tools and explained their origin. Years ago Roma had a vital Queensland Railway yard and workshop. Steam locomotives were serviced as was rolling stock. The fitter and turners at this workshop made—or rather— crafted exquisite working tools now housed in wooden cases and only brought out on special occasions.

Roma Brethren had arranged a combined meal at the Roma Bowls club, a well-attended event signaling

It is most prudent to record appreciation of the men who made it all possible. Organisers Roger Brady and Steve Cook were the driving force who transformed dream into reality.

The idea of a collection for Augathella was the work of Jim O’Sullivan. The idea of a trip out west was the work of Peter James and wife Ronnie, who unfortunately could not attend.

Ellangowan Station baking in the autumn sun, April 14, 2019 The Augathella connection, the man on the ground so to speak, was Secretary RW Bro Toby Brown, who sadly took ill prior to the Installation and was likewise unable to attend.

Tentative explorations for another country visit are already in hand. Wor Bro Steve Cook, whose connection with the Goondiwindi district is legendary, is investigating a 2020 trip to famous McIntyre Lodge 116.

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Craft News

Memorandum of Friendship Signed Between the United Grand Lodge of Queensland and the Grande Loge Nationale Française On Friday 7 June 2019, this memorandum was drafted and signed during the Grand Maitre, Le Fres Respectable Frere Jean-Pierre Rollet’s state visit to the United Grand Lodge of Queensland. For the purposes of strengthening the fraternal bonds of Mutual respect and affection shared between the two Grand Lodges. taking the form of an illuminated address, created by Bro Brodie Taylor Grand Librarian, using 24 karat gold leaf, hand painted embellishments and calligraphy, all secured in a navy blue binding.

Two exact copies were made, so both respective Grand Masters could retain a copy for their Grand Lodge collections.

“Today the art of the illuminated address has all but vanished. In the mid to late 19th and early 20th century, they were popular way to thank prominent individuals for their contribution to organisations. The artistry that went into these addresses ranged from the fairly amateur production to highly sophisticated illustration techniques and calligraphy. They were, at their best, an art form in themselves.”

- National Museum of Australia.

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Craft News

New Caledonia Installation

By Wor Bro John Zamofing

My trip to New Caledonia was wonderful. I flew with Qantas and am thankful for the welcome from the Grand Lodge team and the cabin crew were very kind and helpful. The UGLQ delegation was made up of 11 Freemasons and their partners.

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ew Caledonia is like a little piece of France with some traditional French cafes, restaurants, and some very good bakeries with tasty baguettes and croissants.

During the first night of the installation at the Lodge Jean-Francois de Galaup Comte de la Perouse 498 we had very warm fraternal welcome. The ceremony for the initiation was perfect and we can congratulate the members of la Perouse Lodge 498 for the excellent presentation.

The second night was for the Grand installation of the Grand Master of the province of New Caledonia MW Bro Christian Juvigny. The night was conducted from the MWGM of France

“During the first night of the installation at the Lodge Jean-Francois de Galaup Comte de la Perouse 498 we had very warm fraternal welcome.”

GM of GLNF, GM of UGLQG, and PGM of Taiwan

Wor Bro John Zamofing and GM of GLNF

Grand Installation team in New Caledonia

Jean Pierre Rollet and his officers.

It was a very impressive installation; the Grand Lodge room was full of members and visitor from overseas.

The suppers held in the evening were very organised with beautiful presentation.

Also, I would to express my gratitude to the local people for the warm hospitality; I made some friends during that 5 days and i will definitely come back again.

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Service Jewels

50 Year Jewel Presentation

By VW Bro Michael Aldrich AGDD

On Wednesday 3 April 2019 in the company of RW Bro Ross Stewart PJGW G Her and on behalf of Connectivity Lodge 537, I had the pleasure to present a 50-Year Service Jewel and Lapel Badge to Wor Bro Trevor Turner.

Trevor was initiated into Dawson Lodge 385 in Theodore QLD on 28 February 1969 and remained a member until the Lodge handed in its charter on 17 June 2006. During this time Trevor served as Worshipful Master of the Lodge in 1976, 2001 and 2002. He then joined Connectivity Lodge 537 and continued his membership to the present day.

Wor Bro Doug Young presented and congratulated Rex Bowman on receiving his 50-year jewel.

50 Year Jewel Presentation at Hervey Bay Daylight Lodge

By RW Bro David L Hall

RW Bro Rex Bowman PJGW had the pleasure of receiving his 50 Year Jewel at Hervey Bay Daylight Lodge 521 on Tuesday 5 March 2019.

Following his retirement as a farmer, Trevor and his wife moved from Theodore to a property on the outskirts of Maleny in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The property is close enough to Maleny for Trevor to walk into Maleny and enjoy its facilities but is large enough not to be hemmed in by neighbours. Trevor is keeping good health and is still able to maintain the grounds of their property. Kevin is not currently attending any of the local Lodges but RW Bro Stewart, who is also the Maleny Lodge Almoner, is hoping to organise Trevor’s occasional visit to a Hinterland Lodge.

The jewel was presented by Wor Bro Doug Young an old friend and Brother of Rex’s; they have both been members of Hervey Bay Daylight Lodge for many years together.

Fifty years ago Rex was initiated by Blackbutt Lodge in 1969 he was highly involved there taking office and going through to become WM. He Joined Hervey Bay Daylight Lodge after retiring to Hervey Bay and his journey continued creating an incredible 50 years of his Masonic Career.

Rex was always looking for ways to support the lodges within our area and as he was a very highly skilled woodworker he made lovely hand crafted gifts for us to raffle and make money to support our local charities. Rex is an incredible man and a Freemason; his past 50 years in the Craft has made such a difference to so many people his wife Judy has been right by his side supporting him in everything he has achieved; they are a formidable team.

Unfortunately, during the past few months Rex has succumbed to Parkinson disease and the onset of Dementia and he is now resting up in a Nursing home here in Hervey Bay. Rex and Judy have both done so very much for Freemasonry and the Communities of both the South Burnett and Wide Bay Regions of Queensland. We applaud you both.

Update: UGLQ was notified on 09.06.2019 that RW Bro Rex Bowman passed to the Grand Lodge above. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Hervey Bay Daylight members are very sad of his recent passing. His work and inspiration lives on in each and everyone of them and he will never be forgotten by the members of his Lodge.

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60-Year Jewel for Wor Bro Leslie Holden RW Bro Condon, the District Grand Master of Carpentaria, presented Wor Bro Leslie Elwyn Holden with his 60 Year Jewel at their March Quarterly Communications.

Leslie was initiated into Innisfail Lodge 253 on 3 Feb 1959 and served as WM of that Lodge on 4 occasions.

In Sept 2001 Innisfail, Mourilyan and Palmerston Lodges amalgamated to form Johnston River Heritage Lodge 135H and Leslie served 3 terms as WM of this Lodge and is currently Senior Deacon. He was presented with ‘Life Vice President’ Jewel in September 2015 in recognition of his service to the Lodge.

Service Jewels

Photo by Bro David Bowden: Wor Bro David Knowles (Director of Ceremonies) looks on while RW Bro Peter Thomas receives a 60 Year Membership Jewel from VW Bro Matthew Bidgood.

Presentation of 60 Year Jewel to Wor Bro Peter Thomas Peter Thomas started his Freemasonry journey in Victoria. He then moved to Goomeri before coming to Roma some fifteen years ago. Peter has held all offices in his Local Lodges and been involved with Grand Lodge work. He is currently a member of Maranoa and Raphael Lodges in Roma and a strong supporter of Corona Lodge in Wallumbilla.

Bro Lance Strickland receives Eighty Year Long Service Jewel

60 Year Jewel Presentation at Maroochydore Lodge At their February Meeting, Maroochydore Lodge celebrated the Presentation of a 60-Year Jewel to Wor Bro Bob Medlicott PGSwdBr, and 40 Year Jewels to Wor Bro Stan Mitchell PGStwd and Wor Bro Doug McGill SGD, by RW Bro Chris Pyke PAGM GDED. As well, two Maroochydore Entered Apprentices and one from Landsborough received a great First Tracing Board

from RW Bro Kevin Grant PJGW. The Picture shows RW Bro Pyke, the Master of Maroochydore Lodge Wor Bro Bob Reehal, the three Jewel recipients, and the three Entered Apprentices. The line up is Wor Bro McGill, Wor Bro Mitchell, Wor Bro Medlicott, Wor Bro Reehal, RW Bro Pyke, Bro Eickenloff, Bro Digby of Maroochydore Lodge and Bro Bright of Landsborough Lodge.

Lance was Initiated on the 14 of June 1939 into Burnie Rehab Lodge, Burnie, Tasmania, just after his 23rd Birthday.

By this time, he had already moved to Hobart, for work. While in Hobart, he was invited, by Ubique Lodge, to be passed to the Fellowcraft Degree.

This occurred in October 1939, in The Masonic Temple in Glenorchy. He was Raised to the Sublime Degree in January 1940, back in his Mother Lodge Burnie Rehab. Lance later resigned, from Burnie Rehab Lodge, as work took him to Devonport. On moving to Devonport, Lance joined Roland Lodge at Sheffield. A short time later, he moved to Scottsdale and affiliated with Dorset Lodge, where he was duly elected and served as Secretary for four years. Eventually Lance became the Master of Dorset Lodge in 1960...

20 days after, again, moving to Hobart, 256km away. He made the round trip 12 times a year for two years...petrol was cheap back then!

one that he presented at many Lodges around Tasmania. The following year, 1963, Lance was elected as Master of Hobart Lodge of Research. He was also asked to be the Foundation Master of University Lodge, in 1964, but declined, taking the position of Junior Deacon instead. When University Lodge closed, Lance transferred to Macquarie Lodge, where he eventually became Master in 2008. He also received his 70-year bar that year, and was conferred the rank of Past Grand Warden.

Being a School Teacher, Lance wrote and delivered many Masonic Lectures. “Geometry and Freemasonry� was

During the 1970s, Lance was made a Past Grand Deacon, and in 1989, to mark 50 years in the Craft, he was conferred a Past Grand Chaplain. Lance was also active in other Orders during his Masonic career. He moved to the Gold Coast in 2015, at the sprightly age of 99 years, where he joined Broadwater Surfers Paradise Lodge 434. The 80Year Jewel was presented to Lance, on their behalf, at a special lunch, to mark the occasion. A great friend and fellow Tasmanian Freemason, John Ikin, and his wife Merleen, were also present to share the occasion.

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Verney Dynasty in Sandgate

By Wor Bro Keith Strong

On the 16 of November 2018 a very special meeting Night for Shorncliffe 420 Lodge was held at Scarborough Masonic Centre. At the Festive Board during the ceremony Right Worshipful Brother John Lowin being the most senior member of the Lodge was called upon to present to his close friend Wor Bro Adrian William Lewis Verney with his 50-Year Jewel. Adrian was very humble receiving his 50-year jewel and was very emotional when John placed his jewel to his lapel and stated, “I have been waiting a long time for this special moment”. Thank you, John and Shorncliffe brethren. Adrian advised how special it was to receive his 50-year Jewel as he is the Fourth Generation in Masonry to receive this Jewel in the Verney Dynasty.

Isaac Benjamin BEST. Sandgate Lodge Roll No.53 Initiated 22/09/1903. Father in Law of William Verney.

William Verney. Sandgate Lodge Roll No 90. Initiated 26/03/1912. Cyril William Verney’s Father. Adrian’s Grand Father. Presented With his 50 Year Jewel 1962.

Cyril William Verney. Adrian’s beloved father. Sandgate Lodge Roll No 232 Initiated 16/11/1940.

Presented with his 60 year Jewel 2001.

Adrian does not enjoy the best of health and is currently receiving on going treatment for cancer Shorncliffe Brethren wish him a speedy recovery.

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Jewel recipients at Douglas Lodge

By Wor Bro Bradely Mathewson

Douglas Lodge 36 were lucky enough to be able to celebrate several momentous milestones with three brethren who have amassed a collective 190 years of continuous service to our lodge and Freemasonry in Queensland. To say it is a humbling experience is an understatement.

Considering most of us only spend roughly 45 years in our working life, to see a Brother receive a 50-year Jewel is exciting but, on this occasion, we had the pleasure and delight to have not one but two 60-year Jewel recipients and a 70-year recipient.

After such long service to one institution, it is fantastic to be recognised by not only the brethren that attended but be acknowledged by the United Grand Lodge of Queensland for their dedication and commitment to Freemasonry.

Worshipful Brother Roy Fox 70-Year, Brother Ronald McCamley 60-year and Brother Bruce McCamley 60-year received the Service Jewels from Right Worshipful Brother Cam Denyer AGM. to honour that dedication and commitment.

Another 60-Year Jewel and Pin Presentation at Caboolture Lodge 266.

Bro George Turnbull was presented with his 60-year Jewel and Pin at his home in Deception Bay. On behalf of the MW Grand Master, Master and brethren of Caboolture Lodge RW Bro Jack Lowe made the presentation.

George’s daughter Lorraine arranged the presentation and supplied a lovely ‘morning tea’ and to complete the occasion George gave us a couple of renditions on his drum set.

George arrived in Sydney in 1944 as

a Royal Marine Commando aboard his Royal Navy ship that was sent from Malta to relieve the American fleet. After the war George met his lovely wife Viola and they settled in Queensland where he built a thriving business.George was Initiated into Caboolture Lodge 12 July 1958 and he is our longest surviving member.

Thanks, Lorraine for arranging this presentation and thanks George for all the years that you have supported Caboolture Lodge.

Book review:

A Study of Masonic Words, Their Symbolism or Significance

By Bro John Woodford

T Sixty Year Jewel Presentation to Wor Bro Sucha Singh Chohan

By VW Bro Mil Clay

Wor Bro Sucha Sing Chohan was presented with his 60 Year Jewel at Freshwater Lodge on Monday 8 April 2019. In attendance were the Dist Grand Master, RW Bro Henry Condon, his Deputy, VW Bro Rajah Chohan, the son of the recipient, the Pres Dist BGP RW Bro Robert Lackey PAGM, the IP DistGM RW Bro Lyndon Brandt PAGM and RW Bro Bill Winfield PDistGM OAM. These officers were accompanied by a large number of Grand Officers and attended by a further number of District Grand Officers all looking particularly resplendent for the occasion.

The small venue was filled for the occasion. The Chohan family, from the Punjab region of their mother country, denote strength of purpose and quality of aspiration with the son of our Deputy, Wor Bro Robby Chohan also a Past Master of this Freshwater Lodge. The District Grand Master offered the honour of the presentation of the Sixty Year Long Service Jewel to the son of the recipient VW Bro Rajah Chohan. The tale of hardships of having to walk quite some distance prior to sun up to cut and load cane and then return home that night just to return to do the same thing next day was recalled. These occurrences were the norm until a cane farm was bought in Mossman and later in Cairns where the work remained much the same. He spoke of the welcome he always received in this country and of his great love of his family, Freemasonry and their involvement in the Order. Much merriment in the Festive Board realized a presentation of the his ‘Big Chief’ and ‘Little Chief’ headbands that had been presented to both Sucha Singh and his son as they were installed into the Master’s Chair over the years. VW Bro Rajah delivered an excellent dissertation of just how the headbands were presented over the years. There is no question that Wor Bro Sucha Singh Chohan is a most worthy recipient of his very honourable Jewel.

oday I write this article to critique a wonderful book prepared for Master Masons by Wor Bro Donald Fenwick PJGD. He was born in September 1938, was the son of Jack and Nita Fenwick, and was educated at Eagle Junction State School.

Wor Bro Fenwick is a member of Celtic of Ithaca Lodge, and has prepared other fine works, including The Seven Liberal Arts and Science’s, and a full computer version of Masonic music for all Degrees and Installations to assist Lodges who do not have Organists.

Most of the information contained in this book, comprising 375 pages in A5 size with numerous colour photos, comes from material that was written in the early nineteenth century.

Don has prepared three versions, a hard, soft and bound copy. Much of the language is old fashioned and the phraseology is very different from what we use today but still resonates when you read works by Albert G Mackey MD, or from other earlier writers and educators in Freemasonry.

This is, however, the history of the Fraternity, and is very much who we are. At times words have been changed with more modern ones to assist with understanding, to offer a more modern meaning, or clarity.

These are provided in brackets after the word. How often have you come across a word in ritual or other publications and you have no idea what it means.

A Study of Masonic Words, Their Symbolism or Significance Written by Wor Bro Donald Fenwick PJGD

Most of the information contained in the book comes from Dr Mackey’s Encyclopaedia of Freemasonry (1917) and other sources. The task was to find the information and put it into a readable and current format. He has endeavoured to expand on the original thoughts and make it more interesting.

The contents of the book are a result of extensive research by Wor Bro Fenwick, although, it cannot be taken as the absolute only story, or symbolism behind each word.

It is hoped we can use this reference to start our own personal journey of discovery.

I commend you to reading and exploring your options as you enjoy your time and learning in our wonderful craft.

Copies can be ordered directly from the author by email to dfenwick8@bigpond.com.

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Hand Heart Pocket

Lodges help celebrate sod turning on new Guide Dog vet clinic After many years of support at a grassroots level, members of Ipswich’s United Tradesmen’s and Redcliffe First Settlement Masonic Lodges joined Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland to celebrate the sod turning on a new veterinary clinic at Guide Dogs Queensland in April.

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ate last year, the not-for-profit organisation received a $230,000 Significant Grant from Hand Heart Pocket to go towards the construction of the new clinic at their Bald Hills breeding and training centre. With Guide Dog numbers set to increase by 70 percent over the next couple of years to meet the growing demand for working Guide Dogs, having a dedicated onsite clinic will help to cut expenses by more than half. Currently, external vet bills cost the charity almost $220,000 each year.

Ian Brown of United Tradesmen’s Masonic Lodge said his Lodge was very happy for the organisation that empowers Queenslanders with low or no vision to lead more independent lives.

“Over the last five years our Lodge has supported Guide Dogs Queensland through our annual Dining in the Dark fundraiser,” Ian said.

“To see them get this level of support is incredible because ultimately it means those who are visually impaired will be able to lead better lives,” he said.

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Graeme Lawrence of Redcliffe First Settlement Masonic Lodge was equally excited to attend the milestone event, having intimate knowledge about what it takes to raise a Guide Dog. “My wife and I have been puppy raisers for over 15 years and the Lodge that I belong to has also made Dining in the Dark their annual fundraiser,” Graeme said.

“We were elated that this grant was made on behalf of the Freemasons of Queensland and to be at the sod turning was a huge plus,” he said.

Guide Dogs Queensland estimates the savings would make it possible for an additional 24 dogs to be trained over the next five years.

“There are currently more than 30 people on the waitlist for a Guide Dog,” Chief Executive Officer Michael Kightley said.

“The new clinic will help us meet this growing demand while providing a full-service facility with comprehensive healthcare for Guide Dogs from the day they’re born and through their working life.

“The grant we received from Hand Heart Pocket is making a significant difference to our organisation and helping us improve the lives of more people with low or no vision. We are thrilled that work will soon start on the clinic and eagerly await its opening at the end of the year.”

Hand Heart Pocket Chief Executive Officer Gary Mark said the grant would help Guide Dogs Queensland extend its service, providing invaluable resources and guiding companions for people with vision impairments.

“We look forward to watching the veterinary clinic take shape over the coming months so that working Guide Dogs and puppies-in-training will have better access to on-site healthcare,” Mr Mark said.

“We are proud to grow this successful partnership and extend our grassroots contribution to a Significant Grant. It is an excellent example of the grant funding Hand Heart Pocket provides to assist existing charities and help them make a bigger impact in the community.”

Hand Heart Pocket

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Serving the Community

UGLQ Ladies’ Group donation Robyn Townson, wife of immediate Past Grand Master Alan Townson, presented a cheque to the Children’s Hospital Foundation on 28 June 2019.

The funds were raised by Mrs Townson and the UGLQ Ladies’ Group over the past three years.

The $9200 they saved will be contributed to the Children’s Hopsital School-Arts in Health, QLD. CEO Rosie Simpson said this of the donation: ‘You have truly worked wonders for sick kids and their families, thank you again for your wonderful support’. What a momentous effort from Mrs Townson and the UGLQ Ladies’ Group. We extend to them a heartfelt congratulations on their fundraising efforts.

The above photo shows the launching and the photo below shows the Grand Master and the brethren and partners of Maroochydore Lodge.

Pictures Left to Right: Perry Trattos – Acting School Principal; Lynne Seear – Manager, Arts in Health Qld; Robyn Townson - UGLQ, GM ‘s Wife; Michelle Bond – Executive Principal, Qld Children’s Hospital School.

Presentation of Freemason II to Sailability Sunshine Coast

O Masonry in Action

by VW Bro Philip Livingston PDGDC AGDD District 35

This photo shows Bro Sir Graham McCamley receiving a cheque for $1000.00 for the Lady McCamley Memorial Foundation. This money was entirely raised by Yeppoon Lodge, who partake in fund raising to assist their community.

The Lady McCamley Memorial Foundation was set up by bro Sir Graham to honour the charitable work carried out by his late wife Shirley. Other fundraising that Yeppoon lodge does are school bursaries to the value of $500.00 for needy children transitioning from primary to high school. Last year the lodge funded four bursaries at two different schools, to assist in purchasing supplies. Yeppoon Lodge also funds other worthy causes. The Lady MCamley Memorial Foundation funds various charities in the Central Queensland rural community, with a strong emphasis on rural suicide prevention and counselling. Bro Sir Graham represents the best of Freemasonry in his approach to charity and his charitable works.

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n Friday 22 February 2019, a new boat ($11,963 specialised access dinghy) was presented to Sailability Sunshine Coast from Maroochydore Lodge, with the assistance of Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland. Maroochydore Lodge raised their funds by the brethren and their partners spending quite a few days manning the

BBQ at Maroochydore Bunnings.

Freemason II was launched by the Grand Master Alan Townson, with the assistance of Fiona Simpson MP, the Patron of Sailability Sunshine Coast and Ralph Knight, the President. The weather was not great on the day, but all who attended enjoyed the ceremony, and the morning tea that followed.

Serving the Community

Say It with Flowers

By VW Bro David Green

“What does your Lodge do as Freemasons?” asked an enquirer. Good question.

What do we do as we get older and more members support us from other lodges and less members from the local community?

People are time poor. Gatton Lodge has that problem. How can we show the ‘love’ of our mantra in the community? Try flowers!

Masons extend helping hand to Toowoomba Hospice

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helping hand has been extended to Toowoomba Hospice to assist with efforts to maintain a home-like setting for the region’s palliative care patients. The Queensland Masonic Touring Club (QMTC) and Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland recently handed over $4,000 towards the Adopt a Room program.

QMTC President Mel Binnington said the funds would help with the upkeep of patient facilities and the provision of quality palliative care.

“The Hospice offers its services for free, so it’s vital that the public supports their work,” Mel said. “Our contribution will enable patients and their families to focus on what’s most important.”

Hand Heart Pocket Chief Executive Officer Gary Mark said they were able to match the efforts of the Queensland Masonic Touring Club because initiatives that aim to improve a person’s quality of life, align with their long-term charitable focus.

“We work with our members to provide sustainable support for charitable initiatives that receive limited funding from other sources, such as this sixbed Hospice,” he said.

Gatton Lodge initiated a project last year of giving each patient and female staff member in the Gatton and Laidley hospitals a flower with a card on Valentine’s Day. The reaction was great. People received them well and a lot of positive emotion bubbled up. We gave out 80 flowers and cards.

We did the same this year. We included Esk and the St John Biarra Lodge members who delivered 20 more flowers and cards—a most positive act of love indeed.

This year we gave out 100 red Carnations and cards. This simple act of love is a wonderful recognition of people who are limited and isolated by illnesses and acknowledges those who care for them.

The Lockyer Valley has several nursing homes.

We would like to reach out to them too.

Hopefully we can expand the project.

I would commend this project to all lodges for consideration. Nearly every town has a facility which would house people who would appreciate a loving gesture like this. You never know, it may be one of our brethren’s family member. It’s an easy project to do and enjoyable to all who are involved.

“Having heard about the Club’s intentions, we were keen to double their impact at a grassroots level,” he said.

The members of QMTC are very grateful for receiving the support of Hand Heart Pocket in making this donation to the Toowoomba Hospice.

As part of the presentation occasion the Chairman Graham Baron and Manager Mark Munro made the QMTC group welcome with a delightful morning tea followed by a tour of the Hospice. The facility is certainly a credit to this not-for-profit organization and provides a valuable service to Toowoomba residents who have a need for a caring and comforting environment in the final stages of their life.

Bro Rod Jellyman giving a flower to Denise O’Keefe

The Queensland Masonic Touring Club is a great way that Masons and their families can join in the benefits of group caravan travel and touring along with promoting Freemasonry and supporting charity. New members are most welcome to join at any time by contacting the Secretary or President by phone or email.

Secretary, Bev Pool: 0429367003 or qldmasonictouringclub@hotmail.com President, Mel Binnington: 0408778929 or mel.binnington@bigpond.com

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Quick News

Freemasons at the Roma picnic races

By Bro David Bowden

The Roma Picnic Races has become an outstanding social event in the Maranoa Region. The Committee arranged for the Freemasons, through RW Bro Brian Reardon, to sell tickets at the event. Money earned will assist with charitable work through the Lodges involved.

A visit to Roma Lodge

By Bro David Bowden

Roma Raphael and Maranoa Freemason Lodges along with Corona Lodge from Wallumbilla hosted a visit from four Brisbane Lodges Members’ and their wives. The Lodges represented were Thespian, Myora, Bayside Daylight and Logan Beenleigh. The Brisbane Freemasons were returning to Brisbane after visiting Charleville and Augathella Lodges, where they attended the Installation of the new Office Bearers.

There was another reason for the trip to Western Queensland—the Lodges had collected $10,000 to be spent in towns affected by drought. There was great satisfaction in being able to give to country communities.

Travelling Masons: Installation at Mitchell Lodge Wor Bro Scott Johnstone and Bro David Bowden from Corona Lodge Wallumbilla and Wor Bro Bill Vierveyzer from Raphael Lodge, Roma, along with two from Charleville Lodge travelled to Mitchell Lodge for the election of Wor Bro Rob Hayward (far left) as the Master Elect. His installation took place in April 2019.

Photo by Bro David Bowden

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Photo by David Bowden: Wor Bro Colin Vaughan (Corona Lodge Wallumbilla), Bro David Bowden (Corona Lodge Wallumbilla), Wor Bro Ray Martin (Maranoa Lodge Roma), Wor Bro Gordon Duff (Quilpie Lodge), Kay Burton (wife of Wor Bro Bill Burton), Brian Reardon (Raphael Lodge Roma) and Wor Bro Bill Burton (Raphael Lodge)

A visit to Muckadilla Bro David Bowden and Wor Bro Scott Johnston from Corona Lodge 318, Wallumbilla, visited the recently erected Muckadilla Harry Murray VC Wall at the Muckadilla War Memorial site. The wall recognises Henry William Murray VC CMG DSO and Bar DCM C de G MID Australia’s Most Decorated Soldier in World War I. He owned Blairmack Station at Muckadilla. The reverse side recognises over 120 Muckadilla Service Men and Women who have served from the Boer War to Afghanistan.

Craft News

MDU at the Roma Show

By Bro David Bowden

Bro David Bowden from Corona Lodge Wallumbilla manned the Freemason’s site at the Roma Show from 7am to 5pm on both the Friday and Saturday Show Days. An interesting flow of men and women came to the stand. Several existing or previous Masons were pleased to see the presence. They were also interested to hear that Hand Heart Pocket the Charity of Freemasons Queensland has given a grant of $250,000 to Pinaroo Roma Aged Care to go towards the conversion of an existing wing into a second secure dementia specific wing, to accommodate 11 additional dementia residents.

Others had stories of Fathers and Grandfathers who were Freemasons some time ago. We had two real prospects for Membership and one potential. It was hard work. However, we are sure the exposure of the Freemasons name and that of Hand Heart Pocket will be better remembered when Freemason events are promoted in the future. (top photo) The bottom right photo shows RW Bro John Lethbridge, Master Elect for Raphael Lodge at Roma took a break from planting wheat to spend an hour on the Freemasons stand at the Roma Show. RW Bro Peter Thomas from Maranoa and Raphael Lodges also assisted on both days of the Roma Show. Other Members from the Roma Lodges, Mitchell and Corona Lodge of Wallumbilla spent a little time to chat as they looked over the Show Displays.

Maranora Freemasons supports travelling social workers As part of the Roma Freemasons involvement with the community a cheque to assist with expenses was handed to local Health Workers, Yoie Thomas, Meagan Benson, and Anne Bousfield. They will soon be travelling overseas to Tanzania to the City of Arusha.

There they will be involved in assisting with midwifery and the rearing of babies. Their goal is to assist in the reduction of mortality for mothers and babies in that Community by teaching the latest midwifery and child rearing methods. All realise that everything may be quite different to their present working situation.

Photo by Bro David Bowden: Yoie Thomas, Meagan Benson and Anne Bousfield receiving a cheque from RW Bro Peter Thomas while MC Wor Bro David Knowles looks on at the Roma Masonic Temple, Roma.

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From the Archives

By Ros Lauder Archivist Freemasons Qld

Photo by Bro David Bowden

Corona Lodge Installation, Wallumbilla On the 16 March 2019 Senior Warden Bro John Bickers, Secretary Wor Bro Colin Vaughan, RW Bro David Sherrie, Installing Director of Ceremonies Wor Bro John Lethbridge, Treasurer Wor Bro Scott Johnstone, RW Bro Deputy Grand Master Paul Holland, Wor Bro John Francis, Worshipful Master Damien McAtameny, Wor Bro Matt Bidgood (obscured) Junior Warden Bro David Bowden, Director of Ceremonies Wor Bro David Knowles (obscured), Immediate Past Master Wor Bro Michael Maloney following the Installation.

Greenup Lodge’s ANZAC ceremony

By Wor Bro Jack Mills

The Lodge had an ANZAC ceremony of the vacant chair. A total of 81 people attended with guest speaker John Telford talking about keeping the ANZAC spirit alive. This was a wonderful night and to see so many people in the lodge was amazing.

Supper with light refreshments was served after. The lodge also gave $560:00 to the Texas State School P&C for watering their sport field, and $100:00 to Inverell Legacy. There were also four applications for joining brothers!

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Many Masonic Lodges throughout Queensland have on their walls an Honour Board commemorating those who served and died for Australia as a result of armed combat. Some Lodges like Hopeful 109 began their honour boards as soon as they heard of the loss of their first member during WWI while others compiled them at the end of the war. Honour Boards can be made of wood, stone, burnished metal or paper. They were a tangible means of remembering those who had no grave in Australia, and indeed for some people, no known grave at all.

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ost of the Masonic Honour Boards record only those who were members of the Lodge but Prince of Wales no 3 UGLQ (908 E.C.) took a more unusual approach. Their Honour Board now in the collection of Freemasons Queensland also honours the relatives of members.

At the bottom of the list of members who served is a list of the relatives and even more unusually is the name Miss C Frost. Research shows this to be Constance Muriel Frost, a nurse who like many Queensland women enlisted to nurse the men from Queensland—brothers, cousins and friends. She is listed simply as Miss C Frost Daughter of Bro E Frost.

Her story is also not typical of many of the nurses who served. We know of the Australian nurses who cared for the men wounded on Gallipoli or on the Western Front. Constance nursed in India as there was also fighting in Mesopotamia (now modern-day Iraq.

The wounded were repatriated to India to be nursed before returning to action or to be repatriated home.

Her time overseas was not easy as she caught both the mumps and the flu—a disease which at the time was often fatal. The flu epidemic of 1918 to 1919 is estimated to have killed 20 million people worldwide. Like so many of the people in the forces Constance did not return to Australia until 1919 and she continued her career as a nurse for many years. She died in 1973.

It appears from the list that the Brethren of Prince of Wales largely

returned to Australia but for many it was to a land much changed and perhaps they and their families bore the scars of war for many years.

Further information on Constance can be found in her Service File held by the National Archives of Australia, which can also be seen online; her Repatriation Department case files are held at the National Archives of Australia Brisbane Office; the entry in the embarkation roll is held at the Australian War Memorial and information on the Australian Army Nursing Service in India is from the Australian War Memorial website, in particular Nursing for the British Raj website and Ancestry.com.au.

Photo sourced from the Ian Maddox Library. Archives and Accession number 20281.

Craft News

Dalby United’s Installation

By Bro James Barclay

These photos are from Dalby United Lodge’s 180 Installation on Saturday April 27 2019. RW Deputy Grand Master Paul Holland and his Grand team of helpers, installed Officers into their new positions and Wor Bro Brian Towers into the Chair of King Solomon. He was flanked by IPM Wor Bro Eddie Sloan on his left.

At the festive board banquet, the DGM presented a crafted and engraved set of Square and Compasses to Brian who was absolutely humbled and surprised to receive them. The Grand Master’s Square and Compasses sets are presented to Master Masons taking the Worshipful Master’s Chair when the lodge has invited the Grand Master to attend the Installation.

The DGM also presented a Life Governor’s Charity jewel to newly

appointed Senior Deacon Bro Craig Cook, for his dedicated hospitality service and insatiable assistance to the Lodge over the years.

2019 Bursary recipient’s reflections

By Robert Ashby

My connection to Freemasonry is through my grandfather John Raymond Howie. Thanks to the United Grand Lodge, the Howard and Lorrie Lucas Bursary has greatly helped in purchasing course textbooks and other related books to enable further learning opportunities beyond that of my current studies. I’m hoping that this will allow me to surpass the requirements set for me in the first semester of my Bachelor of Information Technology, with the intention to major in Computer Science beginning next semester. My goal for the future is simply to make the world a better place, and I want to apply myself wherever I feel I can make a difference and where the skills I’ll learn in University and beyond may be best utilised.

I’m particularly interested in automation, and Artificial Intelligence due to my personal beliefs that these technologies and similar ones that are currently emerging will have the power to change the world for the better, and on a scale larger than previously possible.

AIF Memorial Lodge’s ANZAC event Every year AIF Memorial Lodge holds an evening ANZAC Ceremony at the Masonic Memorial Centre.

This year their guest keynote speaker was LTGEN Mark Evans (Retd) AO DSC (pictured with Master of the AIF Memorial Lodge Wor Bro Alex Zajaczkowski).

This was a special occasion and AIF Memorial Lodge were grateful to have Mark Evans present to speak at their event.

Phoot by RW Bro Mike Muirhead

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Craft News

Woolooga Lodge: not just alive but thriving

By Bro Tony Jakeman

We are alive and thriving having raised four brothers to the sublime degree of Master Mason so far this year namely Brothers Sutton, Harris, Logan and Isaacs.

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e have five new candidates coming through already with more in the offing. One of whom will be a Lewis following his Father and Grandfather into the Craft.

On Anzac Day a number of Lodge members attended the Woolooga Service and Wor Bro Ian Groundwater laid a wreath on behalf of the Lodge.

Then, just to finish our year on a high there was our installation on the 25 May with Grand Lodge and 14 Grand Officers, many bringing their partners, all coming up and actually doing the Installation for us! Now that was something special. The honour for us in having this occur is enormous.

Freemasons from across the region came to see this event. The installation was followed by a Dinner in the Woolooga, Hall which was catered for by The Hall Committee who provided a festive board in traditional country style.

Music was provided by the renowned Gympie String Quartet led by European trained Heidi Kath and her ensemble. They played everything

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“The honour for us in having this occur is enormous.“

from Brahms to the Beetles—a great back drop for the festivities that included a monster raffle and a 100 board fundraiser. During the evening The Most Worshipful Grand Master, Alan Townson, presented a beautiful cased silver square and compass set to the new Master Grant Griffith and a Charity Jewel to the IPM Philip Hope.

What a day for Woolooga Lodge 360!

On a more social note we are holding regular Bingo nights with the Woolooga State School and are starting the same with the Widgee School on 1 June. We also have monthly sausage sizzles in conjunction with Theebine Lodge 400 at Mitre 10 and The Widgee Country Markets.

This is great exposure for us within our communities. Finally, a date claimer for anyone interested: we will be holding the annual Family Fun Day at Woolooga in conjunction with the P & C on Saturday 3 August. This starts at 4:00 pm and goes until about 9:00 pm.

Heaps of fun for everyone.

Craft News

A Consecration and Installation at Gregory Allan Lodge

By VW Bro Mil Clay Dist JGW

The Grand Master MW Bro Alan Townson accompanied by the GDC RW Bro Ian Kerr and assisted by District Grand Officers performed the Consecration Ceremony of the Gregory Allan Lodge 50H at Gordonvale Masonic Centre on Saturday 9 March 2019.

Whereafter the District Grand Master RW Bro Henry Condon and his team of District Grand Officer conducted the Installation of the foundation WM RW Bro Duncan Walker and investiture of his officers. The event was well attended by brethren from across the district with no fewer than 18 lodges offering greetings.

Gregory Lodge was named after Sir Augustus Gregory K.C.M.G, P.A.G.M. was an English-born Australian explorer. Between 1846 and 1858 he undertook four major expeditions through northern Western Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland and South Australia.

Gregory Lodge was consecrated under the English constitution with the number 2139. The Lodge was consecrated at Odd Fellows Hall, Lake Street, Cairns on 19th April 1886 and thirty Brethren were present. Wor Bro Hannam was installed as the foundation Master and it was not long before they had men interested in joining. Gregory Lodge has always been very active in this District and in recent times has raised considerable amounts of money, which have been donated to worthy charities in the District.

Allan Lodge was named after its Foundation Master, RW Bro Peter Allan who was initiated on 22 June 1881 in Comet Lodge 1680 EC then passed and raised in the same Lodge.

He was a railway man and eventually found himself in Cairns and affiliated with Gregory Lodge and was installed as WM in 1892.

Peter Allan was installed for the second time as WM of Carpentaria Lodge in 1914 and for the third time as Foundation Master of Allan Lodge in 1921. He was honoured with Past

MW Bro Alan Townson GM flanked by VW Bro Raja Chohan Dep Dist GM and RW Bro Henry Condon Dist GM, Grand and Dist Grand Officers.

Foundation Master RW Bro Duncan Walker flanked by MW Bro Alan Townson GM and RW Bro Henry Condon Dis GM, Grand, Dist Grand and various Lodge members.

Grand Rank throughout his Masonic career culminating with his elevation in UGLQ to Past Grand Warden 1923.

Consecration on Mon 21 Nov 1921 performed by RW Bro W.H.J. Mayers PAGM. Installation conducted by Wor Bro R.C.F. Gelling PGS assisted by Wor Bros P.W.

Gelling, Mayers and Murray Allan Lodge had always been very active in this District and has supported Masonic Charities and other District activities. Allan Lodge Brethren have also fully supported the District Grand Lodge of Carpentaria and two of this Districts’ District Grand Masters have come from Allan Lodge

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Travel

Back to New Guinea...

By Wor Bro Kev J Roberts

In October last year I decided to participate in the Installation of a Brother Marc Hay in Madang Lodge 380 UGLQ. There was a good reason for my decision. Madang is my mother lodge and the lodge in which I served as Master in 1983. Interestingly, it is also our VW Bro Keith Dyer’s Mother Lodge.

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fter flying northwards, along the Queensland coast the clouds parted to reveal the Coral Sea stained from tanned flood waters emitting along the vast coastline. However, further out to sea, the brilliant shades of blues and greens, with coral atolls neck-laced with brilliant white beaches, reminded every dilated eye that the Great Barrier Reef is unique on the surface of this planet.

Arriving in Port Moresby, it became obvious that the monsoon period was unfinished. (In Madang that night the torrential rain pounded the tin roof, filled roof gutters which in turn overflowed before noisily cascading onto the ground. It was a sound that I had forgotten.)

“Visiting in New Guinea is crucial if the Craft is to survive in that neck of the woods.”

Back at Port Moresby Airport, during my three hour wait for the Air Niugini connection to Madang, I decided to brush up on my Pidgin.

In the domestic departure lounge, I was joined by a brother whom I have known for quite a few years. He had just arrived from Victoria and our tastebuds, graced with freshly brewed New Guinea coffee, were overly satisfied.

Ken Broomhead is a retired Boeing 747, 777 Captain. Masonically, he is also a 33 degree District Commander, blessed with a vibrant commercial voice and is involved with the Victorian Toastmasters.

Not surprisingly, he is also a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.

Indeed, a man of many talents—and qualified in most.

Ken Broomhead and Phil Rogers, the other Mason from Brisbane, and I stayed at the spacious Madang residence of RW Bro John Cheung, PAGM, MBE. His lovely wife Anne forced me to break my diet and accept her wonderfully prepared meals.

Visitors attending the Saturday Installation came from as far as Napier,

New Zealand, where Phil, (another one) Stubbs, and his beautiful wife Wendy who once resided in Madang, had decided to make a return visit.

Wangaratta, Victoria, supplied one Brother, while two of us came from Brisbane.

New Guinea visitors, four in total, made the fourhour road trip up from Lae. Indeed, visitors not only bolstered the Installation attendance, but were vital to its success.

Visiting in New Guinea is crucial if the Craft is to survive in that neck of the woods. As it was, everyone knew each other and for the next five days, the conversation was very lively and generously filled with laughter and reminiscences. I shall remember those five days spent with my brethren till the day I transit.

Wednesday night was dedicated to several hours of practice. So was Thursday AND Friday. >

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Save the Date September Quarterly Communication Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date: 04/09/2019 Seated at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start October Brisbane Open House Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date: 12/10/2019 9:00am to 4:00pm November SGRACQ Grand Installation Location: Grand Hall, Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date: 02/11/2019 1:00pm Grand Convocation

Madang Lodge Chaplain Ken McArthur and wife.

2:30pm Grand Installation

> Everyone put so much effort into the event. I have never seen anything quite like that before. During the final practice, I presented Master Elect, Bro Marc Hay, with a framed photo of the UGLQ Grand Master Alan Townson and I, shot in the foyer of the Stones Corner Masonic Centre last year. The framed photograph was a congratulatory gift from Master Kenneth Corley, CSM, Officers and the Brethren of Thespian Lodge 268. The gift was much appreciated.

One of the highlights of the Installation Ceremony was the “Address to the Master” given by Wor Bro Ken Broomhead.

I doubt I will live long enough to hear anything even partly comparable. A perfect baritone voice combined with impeccable delivery in speed, diction and body movement.

It forced everyone to listen carefully and absorb the ethos of every well-chosen word. In short—ritual at its very best.

Following the Installation, we all retired to the Past Master’s residence for a hearty breakfast the following morning. Wor Bro Andrew Marshall lives on the harbour’s edge and has his 28ft game fishing boat moored beside the lawn of his expansive entertainment area. Viewing the harbour, and later cruising out into the Bismark Sea on the upper deck of a game fishing boat, was yet another highlight, one of many, with which I was rewarded.

November Remembrance Day Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date: 11/11/2019 11:00am November New Zealand Grand Installation Location: Wellington, New Zealand Date: 15-17/11/2019 Registration: https://freemasonsnz.org/grandinstallation December Quarterly Communication Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date:04/12/2019 Seated at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start 2020 March Quarterly Communication Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date:04/03/2020 Seated at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start March Southern Cross Lodge’s Sesquicentennial Celebration Location: Toowoomba Masonic Centre Date: 14/03/2020 10:30am for Annual Proclamation Ceremony 12:00 for lunch

In conclusion, perhaps the numbers attending the Madang Installation were not comparable to southern installations, but the quality within and the camaraderie beyond the Lodge, was matchless. Buckled up for my domestic flight and watching the township of Madang disappear below the aircraft as we sped south, I once again realised that Freemasonry has been kind to me.

May the journey continue.

7:00pm Grand Installation Banquet (at Sofitel Hotel)

3:30pm for rededication ceremony April ANZAC Day wreath laying Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date: 25/04/2020 9:00am April AIF Memorial Lodge ANZAC Ceremony Location: Masonic Memorial Centre, Ann Street, Brisbane Date: 25/04/2020 7:00pm

December Edition Submissions RW Bro John Cheung MBE PAGM

Have you got a story for The Queensland Freemason? We want to hear from you.

Please email yoursubmissions to news@uglq.org.au by 1 Nov 2019.

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The Craft

Celtic a Constant Argument “is it Seltic or Keltic?”

Those who fancy themselves as knowledgeable about Scottish pronunciation will readily squabble over whether the pronunciation is celtic (seltic) or celtic (keltic).

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he Celtic of Ithaca Lodge history states, “It is interesting to note that the name Celtic, with a soft “c” denotes an Aryan race including the Highlanders of Scotland, the Irish, the Welsh, the Bretons, the Manx and the Cornish, while history tells us that the Celts originated in Central Europe and invaded the British Isles during the Sixth Century.”

Stan Corey says, “Celtic pronounced Celtic (hard c) is an outlier in English phonology. Nearly every other English word beginning with ce has a soft c sound, cedar, ceiling, cell, cereal, cesspit, certain and so on. Cello with its ch onset is another anomaly.

So, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Seltic was once overwhelmingly the norm.

The now dominant pronunciation is Keltic, a modern innovation. A lot of antagonism over language use, stems from the misconceptions about correctness, such as the common belief that there can only be one correct form of a word and that variants are therefore wrong. English is more accommodating than this, variants are often fine and even standard.”

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“So, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Seltic was once overwhelmingly the norm. The now dominant pronunciation is Keltic.“

Corey goes on to say that the English borrowed Celtic in the 17th century from the French celtique and from the Latin Celtae, also soft c at the time. (Unlike classical Latin, which used a hard c). Centuries later the pronunciation changed because of language, but it didn’t switch from Seltic to Keltic–it just added the variant, which then spread. So, now we have two acceptable forms (and two spellings: Celtic and Keltic although unusual is a variant that recalls Greek Keltoi, the Gauls).

So, both pronunciations and both spellings are correct but still language “experts” disagree regarding the

pronunciation of Celtic (seltic) of Ithaca Lodge.

Looking at the evolution of Scottish “Celtic” Lodges may help. The Celtic Lodge 291, of Edinburgh and Leith was established in 1821, The Celtic Lodge 801, of Brisbane, Queensland as per the Warrant from GL Scotland was warranted in 1894. (Celtic of Ithaca came soon after). Of interest, Celtic Football Club, Glasgow was established 1888.

Readings on the pronunciation of Celtic indicates that soft “c” Celtic was the common usage through the 17, 18 and 19th century. The hard “c” appeared in the 19th century and took hold during the 20th century.

At the time the Celtic Lodges were illuminated, it is reasonable to attest the soft “c” pronunciation was common. Therefore, the Lodge founders were quite correct in insisting that the pronunciation of Celtic is with a soft “c” as is the famous football club at Glasgow, the Celtic Football Club.

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Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Queensland

Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Queensland

In These Red Pages

considered holy mountains.

A BRIDGE over troubled waters

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Almostwas every 10:15 “And his fathers, and was buried pitfalls with the call for faith and 23:45), thereby the Noah slept andwith obligations.

Where swordplay is ancient culture maintains a flood legend. (Luke In Turkey, both opening on Mount Lubar in the land of Ararat.”

In 7:16 it of states trust in and GodCudi in order surmount holy mountains. way intoGenerally, the Holy of Holies and the incited it is for the purpose only self Ararat aretoconsidered his father built and a city the dangers. Having been granted presence of God.as “And Shem dwelt with defence, in theNoah, cause and of justice, in Bible-believing Christians hold Mount Ararat in Turkey close to his father on the mountain”.

A legend of Shem’s freedom from captivity in Babylon the service of God. (Nehemiah 4.) the traditional landing site of Noah’s Ark, while Muslims graveofon the mountain where the Ark landed is just what the second option believe emphasises We also read in the parable the Rich adhering tostory the Koran that Mount Cudi (pronounced one would expect from reading the Book of Jubilees.

Judi in Turkish) in southern Turkey is the location where Noah was likely buried in this same tomb or nearby. The Noah’s Ark landed. In Iran, both Damavand and Alvand are legend of Shem’s tomb near the summit of Alvand gives

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Some commentators see no hidden meaning in the journey from Babylon to Jerusalem, accepting that it is a simple portrayal of the physical perils which are encountered in making such a journey. Crossing a bridge is just one peril.

For those with a bent for religious symbolism, it can also be argued that, apart from its physical import, the journey from Babylon to Jerusalem is allegorical of a journey towards perfection during life, and after death that of a continued journey towards exaltation in the Celestial Kingdom.

There are many “journey” stories within many religions around the globe. In the Judaeo-Christian context, however, there is special significance in the use of the words, Babylon and Jerusalem as the journey’s starting point and destination.

Babylon is used as a symbolic place of evil, abomination, materialism and chaos, while Jerusalem is a holy city to all the “peoples of the book”, and is commonly taken to have the meaning of “City of Peace” (despite its turbulent history).

However, Jewish scholars refute the derivation of City of Peace. They ascribe the word Shalem to the Hebrew Shlaimut which means to complete, or to perfect. When applied to a person Shlaimut means to attain completion in oneself or to fulfill oneself. Thus the Jewish meaning of Jerusalem is the City of Fulfilment (or Perfection).

I would also suggest that the journey and the barrier of a bridge are part of an Ascension Motif. Such Ascension Motifs occur in every civilisation throughout recorded history. Ascension means a journey to Heaven. Early Biblical writings are replete with Ascension stories, such as those of Enoch, Abraham, Isaac, Moses, Elijah, Micah, Isaiah, Ezekiel, Jeremiah, and Baruch.

Is the Babylonish Pass then an allegory for that journey or quest for the Celestial Kingdom which we will all undertake after death? The recitative, including the passage of the bridge, suggests that possibility. Key elements of an Ascension Motif are present in the form of Sentinels or Guardians (Angels) who bar progress unless the pilgrim can comply with a demand for a sign, token or key word. Without that prior knowledge the traveller can progress no further in this quest. Only those who qualify by their mortal actions and knowledge are permitted to proceed in their quest beyond that point of challenge. So from an unholy beginning (Babylon) the pilgrim is headed for Completion or Perfection in the Celestial Kingdom.

The Ascension Motif is predicated on a belief that, just as there are many degrees of preparedness for death within God’s creation, so he has prepared many dwelling places for his people according to merit. It is not a case of one condition fits all. The Gospel of John records Christ’s words: “In my Father’s house there are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.”

(John 14:2). Thus, our reward in heaven depends on our earthly probation and mirrors our spiritual journey in mortality.

The “bridge” is the point of metamorphosis from mortality to immortality, a bridge we must all cross.

Grand Installation 2019

You are cordially invited to attend the Grand Installation of R Ex Comp Colin Oswald Mander, DGZ as First Grand Principal, the Appointment of the R Ex Comp Ian Michael Hodgson, PGH as Deputy First Grand Principal, the Installation of the Second and Third Grand Principals, and Investiture of Grand Chapter Officers.

DATE Saturday, 2nd November 2019

VENUE Grand Hall Memorial Masonic Centre 311 Ann Street, Brisbane

TIME Grand Convocation (Business Session) Commencing at 1.00 p.m.

TIME Grand Installation Commencing at 2.30 p.m.

Guests and Members are requested to be seated in Grand Hall by 2.15 p.m.

GRAND INSTALLATION BANQUET Ballroom Le Grand 3, Sofitel Hotel 249 Turbot Street, Brisbane Commencing at 7.00 p.m. – Pre-dinner drinks from 6.30 p.m.

The short Business Convocation will precede the Grand Installation and is open only to Royal Arch Masons who are members of SGRACQ The Grand Installation is an open ceremony and ladies, family and guests are invited to attend and enjoy what will be a colorful and enjoyable afternoon.

A Banquet will follow the Grand Installation as detailed above. This will be a ticketed event which will require prior registration. Details of all events scheduled from Friday, 1st November to Saturday, 2nd November are included in the brochure with the Registration Form. Should you require a Registration Form, please contact Tetty at the Grand Chapter Office on (07) 3221 1911. Registrations close on Monday, 14th October 2019 PLEASE NOTE THIS IMPORTANT DATE IN YOUR MASONIC DIARIES AND MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND

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Grand Conclave of the Order of the Secret Monitor for Northern Australia and Papua New Guinea

Grand Conclave of the Order of the Secret Monitor for Northern Australia and Papua New Guinea

In These PurPle Pages

Georgetown with visits to the fabulous Khoo Kongsi Clan House and an equally extra ordinary Peranakan Mansion. Lunch was at Auntie Gaik Lean’s Restaurant where we savoured Peranakan Cuisine—delicious.

Welcome to the twelfth issue of The Purple Pages, an information resource of the Order of the Secret Monitor in the jurisdiction of Northern Australia and Papua New Guinea.

This issue provides a short history of Friendship Conclave as it celebrates 90 years. Also featured is Right Worthy Bro Peter Keller and further information on the Scarlet Cord.

90Th annIversary

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Friendship Conclave was consecrated at Ipswich on 28 June 1926 and is the oldest continually functioning Conclave in the Southern Hemisphere. It was originally numbered 56 English Constitution. It is not the technically the oldest Conclave as Southern Cross Conclave No. 27 had been established Supreme Ruler [Wthy Bro Louise Edward Ruehlmann] inTheGeelong Victoria in the early 1880s. It however went Azure Conclave 21, VW Bro John Worrall, MW Bro Ray Saunders. into dormancy for 25 years and was only revived when the Foundation Worthy Supreme Ruler of Friendship Conclave Bro James Simon Laurenson asked the Grand Recorder in London to transfer the Warrant from Geelong to Ipswich.

The Grand Convocation of the OSM SEA was held on Saturday afternoon and was followed by a Grand Banquet with dancing until very late hours.

The OSM had representatives from Hong Kong, The Philippines, India, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and, of course, Malaysia.

Sunday commenced with a specially tailored and conducted bus tour of the Island of Penang, followed by an excellent seafood luncheon. After rIghT WorThy Bro PeTer eller a brief Nanny napKwe attended the Installation meeting ofinto the “Light of Penang Conclave 5” May Peter was inducted VW Martin Conclave on 29 a regular meeting of Worthy “Azure Conclave 2004 and and gradually rose to be Supreme21” Ruler for which weHe were joined our partners. on 19 January 2008. then wasbyinvited to joinThe Grand setting wasAssistant very informal and Recorder the subjectand of the Conclave becoming Grand then meeting for which we wore local dress, was thewas Grand Visitor. After having served this office he “Meaning of Friendship”.

The discussion was appointed Grand Guide on 17 May 2014.

He is very active The program concluded with dinner in Monitor outstanding.

Masonry joining Nanango Conclave and Beth at the very exclusive Penang Club.

Shalom Conclave (Darwin).

Annual Convocation OSM SEA – Penang 2019

Friendship Conclave’s original Warrant named Bro James Laurenson (a New Zealander), Frederick George Marriott, Henry Charles Frost and others to be the petitioners.

He is a tireless worker for especially Special thanks must be Freemasonry, given to Most Worthy Bro enjoying the OrderBoo of Khean, the Secret Monitor, with Dr Khoo our host, and toworking Very Worthy and encouraging members VW Martin to offurther the Bro Vincent Tan Huiof Meng, Chairman the Order. When he joinedCommittee. they only had 12 members and can Organising The Conclave had its number changed after England decided now boast a membership of 52. He is now progressing he third annual convocation On Thursday the Grand Supreme to divide Australia into North and South, the Queensland of the Grand Conclave of the Next yearofinthe March the Installation of a new Grand ranks Scarlet Cord becoming the first Ruler’s Golf event was held atthrough Kelab the border being theSecret dividing line, stretching across Australia. President Order of the Monitor Supreme Ruler SEAinwill be held in Manila and of the Consistory Maryborough.

Gold Club. That was followed by When Northern Australia wasand inaugurated we urge all of our NA and PNG members to start South the EastDistrict Asia wasofheld in a meet greet in theon Camelot Also he is active in fund raising in Hervey Bay, participating 3Penang, December 1938 Bro James Laurenson was installed as athe saving their pennies so they can attend what will the Pearl of the Orient, in Restaurant in KL with sumptuous in a sausage sizzlersSEA club raising funds for deserving first District GrandConclave Supremewas Ruler forbuffet Northern Australia. be another extravaganza.

March.

Our Grand and dancing to the music of local charities. represented by our Grand Visitor house band.

Since that time Friendship Conclave the No excellent 1 has continued to Very Worthy Bro John Worrell attract new members and is and in a strong position today, very On 1 July 2011 he was honoured with the rank of District of the 33rd degree of the Ancient and his wifeofGwenda and the Grand Friday 22 March started with Commander the proud its heritage and based in Ipswich, Queensland.

Accepted Rite for Australia. He has also served the Royal Supreme Ruler, Most Worthy Bro 3 bus loads of Monitor Masons Congratulations at Friendship Conclave 1. driving to Arch Ray Saunders andto hisall wife Ann. and their No partners Ipoh, attaining the rank of Past Third Grand Principal.

Malaysia, the third biggest city in The Convocation was actually a Malaysia for a wonderful luncheon travelling road show that started hosted by RW Bro Dato Richard in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday 20 Ong Guan Seng PAGSR. We then March with a wonderful function travelled to Penang for another a furTher uPdaTe on The sCarleT Cord hosted by the Grand Supreme Ruler fantastic meal at a local family Three Companions Order Queensland journeyed SEA Most Worthy BroofDrthe Khoo Boofromrestaurant. to Geelong recently to do the 4th Grade and are now known Khean and his wife Swan. A splendid as Councillors in the Scarlet Cord. night of eating drinking fellowship Day four started with a tour of the The meeting of Azure Conclave. and karaoke was was had by all. impressive UNESCO World The ceremony very requiring 24 heritage existing site of

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Councillors to carry it out. The 4th Grade jewel is pictured.

Returning to Queensland we have had 1st and 2nd Grade ceremonies in Maryborough on 29 October and at Seventeen Mile Rocks on 12 November.

Acting Grand Recorder: Worthy Brother Wayne Smith, osmnorthernaustralia@gmail.com The Order continues to enjoy strong interest and growth.

Enquiries

Enquiries: Grand Recorder | Rt Worthy Brother Bill Benham | thebenhams@stoben.net.au

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Craft News

Sacred Geometry at the Duke of Leinster Lodge

“This search for answers and deeper understanding of the secrets of nature is a search that has always attracted people to Freemasonry and the level of interest shown by the public to this lecture demonstrates that this allure is still very real and still persists.”

“One of the things we love to discuss at Duke of Leinster Lodge is the question of why this is so and what does this mean to us as individuals.” he said.

“Being able to discuss this in an open setting and listening to Jain talk about his findings after a lifetime of his professional research can only help to improve our understandings and build on what we learn as Freemasons—and it’s fantastic to be able to have this opportunity.”

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or the first time in more than 150 years, Queensland’s oldest Irish Lodges opened its doors for a public presentation on the hidden mysteries of nature and science, holding an open lecture by one of Australia’s leading researchers and authors on Sacred Geometry.

“It’s probably no coincidence that many of the ancient philosophical schools considered the understanding of Geometry to be of supreme importance to those pursuing The Great Work, just as we do in Freemasonry today” Wor Bro Herdegen said.

The Duke of Leinster Lodge hosted a successful public lecture titled “Art of Number—Translating Number into Art and Sacred Symbols” on April 17 at their lodge at the Stones Corner Masonic Centre with almost 100 people packing the 2nd supper room to capacity.

The open-to-the-public lecture was presented by well-known Byron Baybased teacher and researcher of Sacred Geometry, Jain108 who has authored more than 33 books throughout his 35 year international career, a lifetime’s work dedicated to the exploration of the mysteries of Sacred Geometry which he describes as “Living Mathematics of Nature”. Topics covered included the Golden Ratio (PHI), the Fibonacci sequence, Vedic Mathematics and platonic solids as well as thoughtful and illuminating discussions on certain ratios found throughout the rituals of the blue Lodge as well as other appendant schools within the body of Freemasonry.

Worshipful Master of Duke of Leinster Lodge Wor Bro Neil Herdegen said the large turnout for the Duke’s lecture night is testament to the high level of curiosity towards Sacred Geometry in general from Freemasons and members of the public.

“As Freemasons we are well aware of the importance of Geometry and the cardinal role it plays in our teachings and it’s great to see such a great response from our brethren and many interested members of the community.”

Sacred Geometry was taught by teachers such as Plato and Pythagoras and ascribes symbolic and sacred meanings to certain geometric shapes and certain geometric proportions.

“Masons have been talking about the mysteries of nature and science for hundreds of years, traditionally in small dark claustrophobic Lodge rooms or noisy smoke-filled taverns of days past”

“The open-to-thepublic lecture was presented by wellknown Byron Bay-based teacher and researcher of Sacred Geometry, Jain108 who has authored more than 33 books throughout his 35 year international career.”

“We’re very happy that our old Lodge can still be relevant and remain on the cutting edge of new thinking and developing science today by offering an open forum for Freemasons and members of the public to discuss such subjects and learn from one of Australia’s most prominent researchers in Sacred Geometry” he said.

More details of the presentation as well as a video of the presentation can be found at the Duke’s website, www.dukeofleinster.org.

The Duke of Leinster Lodge is planning more events to be held this year that aim to deepen our understandings of the liberal arts and sciences and at the same time assist us to benefit even more from the lessons presented to us through the rituals of the Craft.

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Job’s Daughters Queensland

Job’s Daughters Queensland TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: TOOWOOMBA Job’s Daughters Queensland is excited to have enquiry from the Freemasons in Toowoomba hoping to reinstate a Bethel.

If you have any girls aged 8-19 that may be interested in joining, please contact secretary@jdiqld.org or 0409 720 706.

Supreme Leaders arrived in Queensland Job’s Daughters Qld was there to welcome our Supreme Team to Brisbane very early on April 3. David Kirk our Associate Supreme Guardian & Member of Bethel 23 Northern Brisbane was first to arrive. Our Supreme Guardian Pam Henderson, Miss International Job’s Daughter Kayleigh & Supreme Bethel Honoured Queen Casey closely followed.

They visited for just over a week promoting the Order and getting to know our Qld girls.

Cystic Fibrosis donation During “65 Roses Month” (May—the awareness month for Cystic Fibrosis), the Daughters and Members of Bethel 23 Northern Brisbane gathered at North Lakes and walked laps around Lake Eden for the “Bethel 23 CF Lapa-thon Fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis Qld”. The Honoured Queen, Bethany Halpin, had chosen CFQ as her charity for the term as her little sister Miabelle suffers from the rare genetic disease for which there is currently no cure. The fantastic efforts of the bethel girls resulted in $724.79 being raised. Bethany was thrilled to present the cheque and receive a Certificate of Appreciation from Gemma Nolan of CFQ.

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Mystery Trip Surprise In March the Sunnybank girls who meet at Beenleigh held a sleepover to start off their mystery trip. They were then driven to the Gold Coast airport and boarded a plane to the mystery destination...Sydney!

It was a big day doing the hop on hop off bus, visiting Bondi Beach, the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and a Harbour Cruise. They then finished off with a trip up Sydney Tower to see the city night lights before the late flight home. First time on a plane for 4 girls and first time in Sydney for 7 of them.

Jobie camps are the best!!

Our annual camp was held this year at Kindilan Outdoor Education Centre. The three days consisted of team building activities including abseiling a 12m wall, raft building so it stayed afloat and a 3km hike up the Kumanka Trail. Lots of food, fun & friendships were shared amongst the Queensland & International Jobies. If you have any girls aged 5 – 19 that would love to join in on our activities, please contact Fran at secretary@jdiqld.org or 0409 720 706.

Jobie 2 Bee Annual meeting One of the highlights of the Supreme Visit is the Annual Bee Meeting. Jobie 2 Bees are for girls 9 years & under who just aren’t old enough to be a Job’s Daughter just yet. At this meeting, the Junior J2B’s (7 & under) were presented with their Bee headbands and the Senior J2B’s (Aged 8 & 9) were crowned with Tiara’s by our MIJD & SBHQ. This year’s meeting was held at Stone’s Corner and was well attended with 18 Bees in attendance. It was wonderful to see a few new Masonic faces there. If you would like more information on our Jobie 2 Bee Program, please email our Queen Bee on queenbee@jdiqld.org.

Crowning sisters of 24!

To crown your sister as Honoured Queen is a rare opportunity but for Harshita Chhotu of Bethel 24, she had the pleasure of doing just that at Moreton Bay’s Installation on April 27. She installed her sister Heisha and the other Officers of the Bethel into their new stations. In Heisha’s sixmonth term, she has lots of activities planned as well as the Bethel attending Supreme Sessions in Kansas. Her charity for the term is the Queensland Cancer Council.

Lifelong friendships made Each year our Miss Queensland and Jurisdictional Queen have the pleasure of accommodating our visiting Misses.

This year our Youth Leaders decided to stay together for the entire visit. An amazing week filled with laughter, sharing, sightseeing, shopping, movies, a flat tyre and late night talks ended with tears at the airport. Harshita and Bec cherished their time spent with Kayleigh and Casey and special bonds were made. They can’t wait to see them again when Bethel 24 Moreton Bay attend Supreme Sessions at Kansas in August.

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DeMolay News

DeMolay Centenary

By Wor Bro Bob Jenkinson

DeMolay news On Sunday 28 July at Blacktown Masonic Centre NSW, Phoenix Blacktown Chapter was dedicated by “Dad” Trevor Green Supreme Grand Master of the Order of DeMolay of Australia. The UGLNSW & ACT Grand Master MWBro Derek Robson was in attendance as were the heads of many other allied Masonic Orders.

“Dad” Don Pandes and his team of DeMolay Adult Advisors performed the ceremony of Installing the Officers into their various positions. Other DeMolay ceremonies were performed in front of around 130 attendees. The new Chapter has the support of Lodge Blacktown Kildare 393 UGLNSW & ACT. The Order of DeMolay is an International Youth Development organisation for young men between the ages of 12 & 21 yrs. The members learn planning and leadership skills in a safe environment guided

by Adults Advisors. Members plan their own fun activities and meet twice monthly with one of the meetings in formal dress.

It follows the same moral and ethical codes as Freemasonry having been started by a Freemason 100 years ago in Kansas City USA .

“Dad” Trevor Green and the Queensland members of their DeMolay Supreme Council are about to commence a promotion amongst Brisbane Masonic Lodges with a view to dedicate a new Chapter at Stones Corner Masonic Centre in 2020. If you interested in assisting or know of a young man who could benefit from such an organisation please visit our Web Page www.demolay. org.au and fill-in the “Contact Us” section on our website.

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n 24 March 1919, 31 boys met in Kansas City, Missouri, USA under the watchful and caring eye of the Order’s Founder, Dad Frank Sherman Land. After being told a Masonic story about the trial of Jacques DeMolay the boys decided to name their new club DeMolay.

Thus, the Order of DeMolay was borne.

Dad Land was a 330 and restaurateur who was initially the volunteer Secretary of the Scottish Rite Employment Bureau. In 1914 he became the full-time Administrator and Secretary of the Masonic Relief Committee of the Scottish Rite, having sold his restaurant business to concentrate on his Masonic duties. In his role as Administrator and Secretary of the Masonic Relief Committee of the Scottish Rite, Dad Land became concerned that many boys and young men were left fatherless by the Great War. It was his desire to form an organisation that provided positive male role models for those fatherless young men.

Thus, the title “Dad”. He was spectacularly successful. Since its inception, the Order of DeMolay has spread world-wide and over 3 million boys and young men have benefited from membership and the Order’s teachings.

100 years later, on 24 March 2019, some 130 Senior DeMolays (including past Supreme Grand Masters and State Grand Masters), Chapter Sweethearts and their partners and children enjoyed a Centenary Celebration Luncheon at the Stones Corner Masonic Centre. The sumptuous meal was catered for by Job’s Daughters Queensland and was enjoyed by all. Old friendships were rekindled, stories were told (“the older I get the better I was” seemed to be the theme for the day!) and the memorabilia and Chapter Room, which was set up especially for the occasion, were enjoyed by all. At its peak in the 1960s and 1970s, at any one time, the Order boasted some 200+ members across Queensland who were influenced to be better boys and men by adhering to the Seven Cardinal Virtues of the Order – love of parents, love of God, courtesy, comradeship, fidelity, cleanness and citizenship.

Supreme Grand Master, Dad Trevor Green (a Senior DeMolay from the 1970s and currently the

Worshipful Master of Mount Pleasant Lodge) welcomed all to the event. Dad Green said “Today, we have all come together to honour the many visionaries that created and spread this wonderful, life changing organisation, across the world. Ask yourself this question: What would I have become without the Order of DeMolay in my life? We are here today because it means so much to each and every one of us”.

Currently, DeMolay Australia is in a re-building phase and gathering strong interest in Masonic circles across Australia. In the late 2019 we expect to begin a promotion based at Stones Corner Masonic Centre and are hoping to start a new Chapter in 2020. On a positive note, the DeMolay Australia’s Supreme Council recently approved the establishment of Phoenix Blacktown NSW Chapter in Sydney NSW. When dedicated this Chapter will have 17 youth members and, just as importantly, 11 adult leaders. The Order hopes this is indicative of good things to come.

Dad Green and a number of his Supreme Council members are travelling to Kansas City USA in late June 2019 to participate in the international centenary celebrations. DeMolay Australia is most grateful to Freemasons Queensland for assisting with the rental of Stones Corner Masonic Centre for our Centenary event.

It made it possible for so many more to attend.

If you want any further information about the Order of DeMolay please contact: Company Secretary Dad Bob Jenkinson on 0400 840 939, info@demolay.org.au or www.demolay.org.au

Health

Let life be sweet enough

By Wor Bro Dr Bill Boyd AGDD

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’ve got a sweet tooth. For years I have sometimes nibbled and sometimes guzzled all manner of sugary treats. I am particularly partial to chocolate but also those gummy lollies like snakes, most fudges, toffees and the like. In secret, guilty moments I can wolf half a box of confectionary.

“Say no to the extra bread roll and that caramel tart and find time to do some proper walking.”

Do you have a topic you’d like Dr Bill to cover? Please email suggestions to membership@uglq.org.au.

Temptation raises its head on a daily basis—in the fridge, the pantry, the coffee room at work, the supermarket, and yes, at the Festive Board.

We are surrounded by sugar. There is, however, a downside to the consumption of large amounts of sugary foods—I use that term loosely.

Most readers will know that sugar is our main source of energy or fuel and, at the cellular level in our bodies, we must have enough glucose in our blood to feed the cells. We make insulin in our pancreas. Insulin is the key that allows glucose to cross from the blood into the cells where it can be used. Some people in our community do not make enough insulin and have to inject it every day to allow their blood sugar to do its work. These folks have Type 1 or

but also our legs and feet and leads to the kind of deterioration which many of us will associate with advancing age.

insulin-dependent diabetes.

In Type 2 diabetes, which I and many of our readers will

experience in our lives, is less obvious but its effects on our health can be sinister.

Too much sugar in our blood can lead

to damage to small blood vessels. This can affect our eyes, our kidneys and the blood supply to body parts such as our hearts

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic, insidious condition that is largely of our own making. Type 2 diabetes is closely related to excess body fat and those spreading male and female waistlines we see in everyday life, but it certainly can be controlled. Libraries have been written on sugar metabolism but in simple terms we should avoid all but the smallest portion of the sweet stuff or we will simply overload and break our biochemistry. Say no to the extra bread roll and that caramel tart and find time to do some proper walking.

This article is general in nature and should not be relied upon by any person who is suffering an illness. Any reader who has concerns about their health should consult their General Practitioner and Dr Boyd is unable to enter into correspondence on the individual circumstances of any reader.

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Everyone’s redundancy experience isordifferent, fortunately me the women in your community the voted whole heartily to go ahead with you stick to your own abelief system and make choices that you are entirelytocomfortable e’s redundancy experience is different, but fortunately for me it proved to situations.

Two years later I received a kidney transplant from live donor, which with. derful opportunity. A part of my mining role had been supporting local not-for-profits and it was through thisofnetwork I launched not-for-p be a wonderful opportunity.

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Who is one woman that inspires you and why? rofits and it was throughofthis network I launched my not-for-profit career. I am to work with a number local charities and community groups, including mum, they work tirelessly for their businesses and their with families. the Mackay Freemasons who are generous of ourgro lo fortunate toDistrict work a number of local charities supporters and community Who is two one woman inspires youPA and why?

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work with a number of local charitiessupporters and community including aytoDistrict Freemasons who are generous of ourgroups, local hospitals and Ita Buttrose.

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