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| Grand Lodge Photo Record 2012 Installation. & Other Events |
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There is now a pictorial record of the 2012
Grand Lodge Installation held at Hobart in February. to open this file, CLICK HERE Photographs of Norm Coopers "Bowing Out Party" included |
Installations Dates etc.
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| Monday | 7th | Dulverton 66 | Oatlands |
M. Wor. Bro. C. J. Wallace GM |
| Saturday | 12th. | Devonport 90 | Devonport | Rt. Wor. Bro. M. J. Roche PGW |
| Thursday | 24th | Launceston - Lawrie Abra Memorial 2 | Launceston | Rt. Wor. Bro. A. J. Sangwell ODS DGM |
| Saturday | 26th. | Darcy Wills Memorial 85 | Hobart | Rt. Wor. Bro. A. J. Sangwell ODS DGM |
Nugara Lodge No. 32 T. C.
The annual Installation Meeting of the Lodge on Saturday 19th. May 2012 has been cancelled and a Regular meeting will be held on Thursday 10th May in lieu thereof.
The Installation Meeting will now take place on Saturday 21st April 2012
GRAND LODGE HALF YEARLY COMMUNICATIONS - 25th AUGUST 2012
At the January Meeting of the Board of General Purposes, the Board approved the above Half Yearly Communications at the Ross Town Hall on a trial basis.
The purpose of this transfer of venue is an endeavour to equalise travelling time for all participants.
Would all members of Grand Lodge please note the amended arrangements for August 2012.
FUTURE NOTICE TO BE EMAILED TO MEMBERS
To further enhance the communication between Grand Lodge and it members, it has been decided that future notices be emailed directly to members as well as lodge secretaries.
Members who wish to have the Grand Lodge Exchange Notice and other matters of interest emailed directly to them are requested to supply their
email address to the Grand Secretariat at gltas@aapt.net.au
The long term viability of our Masonic Fraternity in Tasmania, the practical help in running our Lodges, and the support to our public benevolence to worthy charities depends not only on members subscriptions, but some support from the public and especially for communications by way of our magazine and web pages.
We invite you to look up our advertisers and peruse the goods and services services these people give to the public and hopefully, available to you as well. Click here.
We also invite advertising for our Freemasonry Tasmania Magazine. Contact the Grand Secretary's Office 3 Sandy Bay Road Hobart 7005 Phone (03) 6223 5814 or the editor of the magazine, Rosemary Bruce-Mullins Phone Mobile 0417 039 100 editor@freemasonrytasmania.org
Freemasonry Tasmania
"The Magazine"
Reminder, if you require any article for the web page as well as the Magazine, please advise the editor or Grand Secretary or send copy to Webmaster.
Editor of the Magazine Rosemary Bruce-Mullins editor@freemasonrytasmania.org Phone 0417 039 100
Webmaster for the online web page John Webster webmaster@freemasonrytasmania.org
Grand Secretary gltas@aapt.net.au
Back copies of the Magazine "Freemasonry Tasmania" are kept on line. "CLICK HERE" for list.
In
addition to assisting Lodges with some thirty projects, the Committee has
purchased equipment which is available to assist Lodges in organizing
certain functions and activities.
Two complete sets of Audio/visual equipment are available for use, one in
the North and one in the South. They consist of a laptop computer, a
projector, speakers and a DVD player. This equipment can be used for Power
Point projection and is available in the North on application to John
Webster
brotaz3@bigpond.com
phone 64372112 or in the South to the Grand
Secretary
gltas@aapt.net.au
phone
6223 5814.
To compliment
this equipment we have some thirty DVD's on a range of Masonic interests.
Lists of these discs have been provided to Lodge Secretaries.
Application for their loan should be made to the Grand Secretary.
In the near future the Committee will
be acquiring a complete portable amplifier system which may also be made
available for Lodge for promotional functions. It has also purchased
sandwich type display units suitable for Lodge functions. Application for
their use should likewise be made to the
Grand Secretary.
A more complete list of items available for purchase
and or loan is available on the Grand Lodge of Tasmania web site at
freemasonrytasmania.org
listed under the heading on the home page as "Grand Lodge Promotions". This
Web site has an extensive list of activities and details of the Craft - a
visit to the site is well worthwhile.
The Committee is currently distributing FREE motor vehicle number-plate
surrounds, bearing the slogan, " Freemasonry - to be 1 ask 1" and can be
obtained from Alan A'church
alanva@bigpond.net.au
phone 62439324.
The Committee welcomes any suggestion of items
that may be of assistance to Lodges in Public Relations activities.
Grand Lodge now has available, a portable Public
Address System. The PA system comes with simple operating instructions. It
operates on mains power or inbuilt batteries that give
about an eight
hour use. There are three parts, the system itself contained in a large
black box on
wells a small black box for the second cordless
microphone and an accessories bag containing the power cord and a microphone
stand for the secondary cordless microphone. It
fits easily into the boot of a small car. Weight 21 kg.. Contact the
Grand Secretary for this unit.
Alan
A'church
Chairman, PR Committee
Items Held by Public Relations Committee
| ITEMS | HELD BY | |
| Barbecue and 2 Gas Bottles | Joe Carroll | |
| Large hot water urn | Joe Carroll | |
| Esky (various sizes) | Joe Carroll | |
| s | Double gas rings | Joe Carroll |
| Cookware and cutlery | Joe Carroll | |
| Tent suitable for a booth | Joe Carroll | |
| Luminous safety vests | Grand Lodge | |
| Display boards (free standing) | Grand Lodge | |
| TV and VHS video combined | Grand Lodge | |
| DVD player |
Grand Lodge John Webster |
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| VHS video tapes | Grand Lodge | |
| DVD videos | Grand Lodge | |
| Various Masonic pamphlets | Grand Lodge | |
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I.T. Items
projector laptop and projector screen I.T. Items. Projector laptop DVD player. For North and North West) |
Grand Lodge John Webster |
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| Library books Masonic subjects in Grand Lodge library | Grand Lodge | |
| Masonic souvenirs, caps, badges, lapel pins etc. | Grand Lodge | |
| Horizontal Flags (2) 110 X 70cm | Grand Lodge | |
| Masonic diaries | Pacific Lodge | |
| Portable Public Address System (Weight 21 kg) | Grand Lodge | |
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Contacts South: Joe Carroll 03 6247 9146 North: Peter Wise 03 6339 3286 North West: Mick Roche 03 6428 7506 North West: (IT equipment only) John Webster 03 6437 2112 Grand Lodge: 03 6223 5814
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Tasmanian Masonic Homes Diary 2012
The Pacific Lodge is responsible for the preparation of this Diary. Proceeds are donated to Masonic Homes on the basis of Diaries purchased in the various locations. The project was commenced by the 1989 Masters Association and continued from 2006 by the Pacific Lodge. Since 2006, the Pacific Lodge has dispersed collections of over $10,000 to Freemasons’ Homes throughout Tasmania.
The 2012 Diary is now complete and has been delivered to Lodge Secretaries or distribution agents.
Would secretaries of Lodges and Other Orders listed in the diary please advise any changes to meeting dates, times or locations, suggestions in relation to content or advertising enquiries please contact The Editor Masonic Homes’ Diary, Wor Bro Jack Clear at PO Box 16, North Hobart, 7002., email jclear@bigpond.net.au or phone 0417 370 998 as they occur.
Information and enquiries may also be forwarded to the convenor, R. Wor. Bro. Terry Dann, telephone 6243 5950: Mobile 048 125 812 Email tddann@gmail.com or by writing to the Diary Convenor C/- 3 Sandy Bay Road Hobart 7005
Cost of the Diary with cover is $6.00 By purchasing this Diary, you are supporting a most worth cause - care and welfare of the aged and infirm.
Diaries are available from, The Grand Secretary 3 Sandy Bay Road 7000 Telephone 03 6223 5814
V Wor Bro Peter Wise 8 Whitemark Place, Waverley. 7250 Ph. 03 6339 3286 or 0429 996 605
R Wor Bro Terry Dann 34 Esplanade, Lindisfarne. 7015 Ph. 03 6243 5950
Wor Bro Jack Clear PO Box 16, North Hobart, 7002 Ph. 0417 370 998 or email jclear@bigpond.net.au
Freemasons Homes Hobart and Launceston.
The Worshipful Master and Brethren of the Pacific Lodge thank everyone for their support of this most worthwhile project.
The P. R. Committee wish to advise that there is a limited amount of Masonic embossed clothing available for Purchase.
Caps $10.00 each. Polo Shirts $20.00 each. These and other regular items, in the South to Joe Carroll 6247 9145, in the North, Peter Wise, 6339 3286, North West, Mick Roche 6428 7506.
For a look at a range of badges and other items, click here.
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It is planned to hold The Freemasons Tasmania Open Day 2012 on Sunday 21 October between the hours of 1pm and 5pm at the Hobart Masonic Centre 3 Sandy Bay Road Hobart, the Launceston Masonic Centre 39 Brisbane Street Launceston and the North West Masonic Centre at 108 Bird Street Burnie. In the meantime members of the GLPR Subcommittee charged with the responsibility of conducting the Freemasons Tasmania Open Day 2012 will liaise with the Committee of each of the Hall Companies regarding the use of their premises. They will also visit Lodges using those facilities in order to seek the participation of the Brethren in "showcasing" Freemasonry – a way of arousing family interest in Freemasonry – a way of ensuring the Craft continues to survive and provide a sound future for generations of "men of good report" to follow. Brethren wheresoever dispersed are invited to enthusiastically support this initiative. V.W. Bro Alan A’church, Convenor, GLPR Committee. |
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 Bianca Burford, Rt. Wor. Bro. Alan Sangwell DGM , Marisa Penklis Freemasons Assisting Tertiary Education Scholarships (FREEMATES) in conjunction with the University of Tasmania has this year made available 2 scholarships to assist students in their studies. The Deputy Grand Master, R.
Wor Bro Allan Sangwell had the most pleasant duty of
presenting the scholarships at the University recently. The
recipients are Marisa Penklis from St Helens who in her second
year is studying for a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and
Asian Studies. Bianca Burford from Ulverstone is in her first
year is also studying for a Bachelor of Science. Utas Photo |
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Combined Northern Loges Friends Night Hosted by Esk Lodge |
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FRIENDS NIGHT SUCCESS
On Tuesday, 24th April 2012 at
the Launceston Masonic Centre, Lodge Esk
hosted a Combined Northern Tasmania Lodges
Open Friends Night.
Fifty five Masons were in attendance
including 9 visiting Worshipful Masters, 2
Fellowcrafts and 3 Entered Apprentices.
They were joined by 26 visitors and
friends.
The inside of the Lodge Room was impressive
with over 80 people seated to hear a welcome
from the current Esk Master, V. Wor. Bro.
Merv Turner.
Visiting Masons and Masters retained
their regalia throughout the evening to add
interest for the visitors.
Two short talks were presented by Em. Prof.
Nigel Forteath, Past Master of Lodge Esk and
Greg Parkinson, Past Master of St.Andrew
Lewis Lodge.
Wor. Bro. Forteath’s talk was about
the History of Freemasonry and how the Craft
has evolved over the centuries.
Wor. Bro. Parkinson gave a talk on
Contemporary Freemasonry and included basic
tenets of modern masonry and benevolent
activities.
V. Wor. Bro. Ray Chell acted as MC for the
evening and provided information on
approximate costs of Lodge Membership,
required dress and attendance, and
information on costs of regalia.
An explanation was given about how an
interested person may join Freemasonry.
A question and answer session was held
during which V. Wor. Bro. Chell explained
the location of Northern Lodges, meeting
frequencies, Lodge social functions and
Ladies Committees.
At 9.15pm members, visitors and friends
enjoyed a very well presented buffet style
supper in the South.
The Lodge provided liquid
refreshments and once again the Lodge Esk
Ladies Committee provided the buffet food.
Significant funding assistance from the
Grand Lodge Public Relations Committee
assisted with advertising of the Friends
Night in the Examiner Newspaper.
A very successful full page article
on Freemasonry and a photograph of current
Lodge Masters was printed a few days before
the Friends Night; this significantly helped
to swell numbers for this very successful
event.
V. Wor.
Bro. Ray Chell
Lodge
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Address by Em. Prof. Wor. Bro Nigel
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Every Freemason, at the time of joining a lodge, makes a commitment to supporting others both within the Masonic order and in the wider community. ‘ The principal tenets of Freemasonry are ‘Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth’ said Emeritus Professor Nigel Forteath, Worshipful Master of Lodge Esk. ‘These tenets are instilled in us in the teachings of Craft Freemasonry. They not only help us build our own character, but also engender in us a commitment to extend a caring and welcoming hand to others in the community regardless of their social standing, ethnicity, or religious affiliation’.Professor Forteath commented that a very practical expression of Freemasons doing this in Tasmania is through the work done in supporting education and medical research and care for the elderly in the community. He said, ‘In Tasmania Freemasons provide scholarships for young people of limited means that are tenable at the Polytechnic or the University of Tasmania and in addition Freemasons subscribe to a large Medical Research Foundation that supports ongoing research into the diseases of the aged. ‘The most visible expression of Freemasons work in Tasmania are the Masonic homes in Northern and Southern Tasmania’ said Professor Fortheath. ‘The building stock in Northern Tasmania is now worth in the order of $50 million and approximately 230 full and part-time staff members are on the payroll of the Peace Haven and Fred French Masonic Homes’ The first Masonic Home in Launceston was established by a group of hard working and enthusiastic Freemasons in 1963 under the Trust of the Fred French Estate. The Home began as an 18 bed rest home ‘for the care of Masons, their wives, and unmarried daughters’. The facility, no longer restricted to Freemasons and their families, currently provides 62 high care and 20 low care places. The Masonic homes of Northern Tasmania operate two aged care facilities specialising in respite, dementia and day care therapy, and five residential villages in Launceston and Exeter. The residential villages provide self-oriented living for those who wish to maintain a close community lifestyle. Launceston’s Masonic Hall is one of the few secular buildings in the city still used for its original purpose. The Launceston Masonic Centre which has stood sentinel over the Tamar Street end of Brisbane Street for over 125 years recently held Open Days so that members of the public could inspect its interior. Visitors were able to inspect the handsome banqueting hall on the ground floor and to visit the lodge room and library on the upper floors. ‘The Lodge room is an excellent example of early Tasmanian architecture ‘, said Ian Green the Masonic Centre Secretary. ‘We are lucky that the building retains so many of its original features and fittings. It is part of Launceston’s built heritage and it is our intention to maintain it for future generations’, he said. Much of the original furniture is still in regular use including the handsome mahogany-cased Tracing Boards that are used for the instruction of Freemasons when they take the three degrees of Craft Freemasonry. The detailed pictures on Tracing Boards were painted by Miss Sherwin, an accomplished artist who was a member of a prominent local family’, said Ian. Most pieces in the lodge room were made by local craftspeople, including the fine Secretary’s desk which was made and presented by Charles Finney, the undertaker. The old carved chairs used by the officers of the lodge are believed to have been made by a Mr. Cummings, who was a carpentry teacher at the Launceston Grammar School. The land on which the Centre stands was secured by the Freemasons in 1880 for the sum of 500 pounds because of its central location and east/west orientation. Masonic lodges, like churches, are generally built on an east/west axis with the Master placed in the eastern end and the next most senior officer, the Senior Warden, placed in the western end. The building, designed by Brother H Conway, and built by Brother James Hill at a cost of 2649 pounds, was opened with great fanfare on 15 October 1884. A report in The Tasmanian Illustrated Supplement for 6 November 1884 states that the opening ‘attracted the largest concourse of Masons ever seen in Tasmania, brethren from all parts of the colony and many from inter-colonial and foreign Lodges putting in an appearance’. The opening was conducted by the Rev RD Poulett-Harris, the Right Worshipful District Grand Master for the District Grand Lodge of Tasmania, English Constitution. Poulett-Harris was headmaster of the Hobart High School.
The
above article was published in the
Launceston examiner April 19th. along with
advertising in promoting a combined "Friends
Night" that was held at the Brisbane Street
Masonic Centre.
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| Relay
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to R. Ken
Knight, Helen
Williams (O.E.S) Ruth McKenna (wife of Dick
McKenna)
Front Sharyn Deacon
holding her Grand daughter Addison Stewart,
June Knight, Bev
Bugg (O.E.S.), Kylie Stewart Graham Deacon's
daughter holding her daughter McKenzie.
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The North West
Masonic Benevolence Society's team of 30 registered
participants in this years Relay for Life
contributed a record amount of $6,780 in the worthy
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Considering some Lodges decided not to support the project financially, it was a remarkable achievement and one the participants be very proud of. It was very comfortable in the new tent so generously provided by v. Wor. Bro. Dick McKenna. The fact we had problems in the gusty wind and with no specific directions as to how the sides should be fitted didn't seem to matter. The tent was still standing the next morning after a fairly blustery evening. I must pay tribute to the members of our team who kept the square and compass "baton: moving around the track during the hours of 11pm until 7am., a truly great effort. A big thank you to the O.E.S. and the Masonic wives and friends for your financial support and participation. By participating in this event we are promoting Freemasonry as well as supporting a very worthy cause. I know from experience that many people now recognise and acknowledge us for what we represent. They know where our tent is and what baton is a Masonic symbol. May I suggest that Lodges consider conducting a fund raising function/s with the proceeds going towards next years Relay for Life. As an example, Lodge of Peace run a Melbourne Cup party with the profit (usually around $200) going to the Relay. I am not going to mention individuals, but will conclude by thanking all who helped to make this record year for the Square and Compass team, and look forward to seeing you all next year. I would like to see us increase the number of participants and also the amount of money we raise. Ken Knight. Team Captain. April 2012 |
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Valley Lodge once again promoted Freemasonry with a
booth at the
Derwent Valley Autumn
Festival on Sunday April 1st 2012. The Worshipful Master, Wor Bro Kevin Hayes thanks all who assisted him on the day and those working up to the event. Banners, Balloons and Masonic Information was arranged making a colourful display and creating some positive interest As a follow up the Derwent Valley Lodge will be holding a "Friends" night to which all are invited at the May meeting on Wed 16th May 2012. Photos show the colourful display and a few of the willing helpers on the day. Photographs and story compliments Kevin Hayes April 2012 |
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Past Masters night every year
at Pacific Lodge has become the traditional night of
recognition for all newly created Grandfathers over
the past year. The October meeting of the Lodge was
chaired by Wor Bro Laurie Hulcombe and following the
initiation of Bro Kurt Fuller, four new Grandfathers
were acknowledged. From left Wor Bro Jim Wilkinson,
Bro Peter Knight, Most Wor Bro Rob Clarke and V Wor
Bro Peter Page were all presented with a silver cup
suitably engraved. Of course the night rightly
belonged to Bro Fuller on his initiation who is
pictured with the Wor Master Wor Bro Ron McCarthy.
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| M. Wor. Bro Cooper Presenting the Bar | W.M. Hyland Presenting Life membership Jewel | A smiling Bro. Alan Smith |
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At the November meeting of
Lodge Clarence, Bro Alan Smith was presented with a
60 year bar to his jewel by Most W Bro Norm Cooper
the Immediate Past Grand Master. In a further
surprise for Alan, the Worshipful Master Wor Bro
Barry Hyland presented him with a life membership
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| St. Pauls Lodge. Ceremony Vacant Chair | |
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St Pauls Lodge once again
remembered those brethren who have made the supreme
sacrifice at their November meeting by again
conducting the “Ceremony of the vacant chair” which
has been synonymous with the Lodge for many years. V
Wor Bro Alan A’church WM of Hobart Lodge of Research
was invited to present a memoir of his life during
the second world war in the power houses of the RAN
in those days, -the “Corvettes”. His story was well
received by all those who attended which included as
always, wives, partners and other guests. Following the presentation, the
Wor Master Wor Bro Don Ronald made the customary
presentation to Hobart Legacy, a donation which has
continued annually since the 1950’s. On this
occasion the donation was received and acknowledged
by Legatee Stephen Miller, the President of Hobart
Legacy who graciously recognised the continuing
support of the Lodge. Pictures show V Wor Bro
A’church delivering the Remembrance Memorial address
and the Worshipful Master presenting a cheque to
advance the work of Hobart Legacy to Legatee Stephen
Miller.
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At the November meeting of Pacific
Lodge, the Worshipful Master Wor Bro Ron McCarthy
was pleased to welcome Bro Gary Shweid, a visiting
Brother from San Francisco. The Worshipful Master Ron McCarthy
(R) presents him with a certificate as a memento of
the evening he has spent with the Lodge.
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| Southern Masters Association continues to support " Pups in Prison" | |
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| Wor Bro Don Ronald (R) makes a presentation to Officer in charge Mark Stocks | Piper waits for his reward. |
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The Southern Masters’ Association is continuing to support an initiative they learnt of 18 months ago. The provision of support dogs to people with special needs. Trained under the watchful eye of Assistance Dogs Australia, puppies are allocated to Prisoners in Risdon Prison to be trained as assistance dogs. The second generation of dogs is now being trained and at the November meeting of the Association members welcomed Mark Stocks in charge of the program, handler Brent and “Piper” along to the meeting. Following a display of skills learnt – suitably rewarded with doggy treats Brent showed and explained what Piper was learning and continuing to learn. A number of measurable benefits can be identified; the dogs have a good home and plenty of love; the prisoners regain a feeling of worth and are much more disciplined during their sentence; the end product matches dog and master to provide assistance where it is much needed. Following the presentation the President of the SMA W. Bro. Don Ronald made a donation on behalf of the members in support of the program. |
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Lodge
of Peace Freemasonry Tasmania Provides Assistance to Students  Lodge of Peace, Penguin and Freemasonry Tasmania Grand Lodge of Benevolence have given assistance to Students to continue in further education.At its December 2011 meeting, Lodge of Peace, Penguin made two presentations, the first being with the assistance of Freemasonry Tasmania Grand Lodge Board of Benevolence to Mr. Josh Bloom. Josh was diagnosed in 1991 with a condition known as Femur / Fibular / Ulna Syndrome which means Josh's Fibula and Ulna bones are malformed thus leaving him with stumps at the elbows and difficulties with mobility. Josh has been able to overcome these problems through self motivation and a determination and is now studying for a degree in Bachelor of Clinical Psychology at University of Tasmania, Launceston campus. To assist Josh to continue to achieve his excellent results he was presented with an Ipad to assist with his studies. The Ipad was presented by the President of the Tasmanian Grand Lodge of Benevolence V. Wor. Bro. R.J. (Dick) McKenna, and the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Tasmania Most Wor. Bro C.J. (John) Wallace. Russell Family /Lodge of Peace Bursary
The second presentation was made to Penguin High School Student, Mr. Josh Harris who received the "Russell family / Lodge of Peace Bursary To receive this award the recipient must display the following, (1) Connectedness (2) Achievement (3) Integrity (4) Equality (5) Resilience (6) Creativity (7) responsibility. The award was presented by the Worshipful Master of Lodge of Peace Rt. Wor. Bro Norbet Kirchebner. Graham Deacon February 2012 |
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Pacific was delighted recently
to initiate Brother Peter (Harry) Dale seen here
between Wor Bro Ron McCarthy (WM) – proposer and Bro
Ben Edwards (left) seconder.
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Hilton
Sharpe Memorial Scholarship Burnie Masonic Lodge 2012 |
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Alexandra Noyman former
student of Marist Regional College Burnie winner of
the
2012 Burnie Masonic Lodge Hilton Sharpe
Masonic Memorial Scholarship which this year has
been increased to $2000.
Alexandra will be admitted to the Faculty of Science
Engineering and Technology at the University of
Tasmania’s Hobart Campus.
Pictured right, Alexandra receiving her cheque from Rt. Wor. Bro. Brian Poulter PDGM |
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Article Compliments Ian Petty Photos Norm Turner Sep.2010
| St. Pauls Lodge 50 Year Presentation |
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Rabe was presented with his 50 year jewel by V.W. Bro. L
J (John) Roberts at the October meeting of St Pauls Lodge. Wor Bro Rabe is pictured cutting a cake presented to him in the South on the occasion. October 20th. 2011 |
| Army & Navy Lodge Presentation to Wor. Bro. David Fogarty | |
 Pictured from L-R are Wor. Bro. S.E.Merry, Wor. Bro. D.G. (Tim) Fogarty, Rt. Wor. J.E.Skeggs, Wor. Bro. M.Smith October 20th 2011 |
Half a Century Award. Fifty years ago, Wor. Bro. David Gordon Fogarty was Initiated into Freemasonry. Friday the 30th. September 2011 saw Rt.Wor. Bro.J.E. Skeggs present (Tim) as he was more well known, with a 50 year jewel on behalf of Grand Lodge. Tim was Initiated on the 11th.September 1961 in Lodge of Hope, now incorporated with Army & Navy Lodge. Tim is an avid painter who paints from photographs he has taken, and some of his work is in the background of this photograph. |
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The Installation of Lodge Merton
took place on Saturday 10 Dec 2011. The Installation
was conducted by Most Worshipful Brother Campbell
John Wallace, the Most Worshipful Grand Master of
the Grand Lodge of Tasmania assisted by members of
the Grand Lodge Ceremonial Team (North). M.
Wor. Bro Wallace
Installed Wor Bro Geoffrey Robert (Robert) Comley in
the chair of King Solomon in the Lodge at Ross Town
Hall. Following the Installation he presented Wor
Bro Geoff Cadogan-Cowper with a bar to his Immediate
Past Masters Jewel. Following the Installation
everyone repaired to the South where the Ladies were
invite to join their partners for further
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| The Masonic service of Wor. Bro. Terry Stafford was recognized by the presentation of a 50 year Jewel and certificate from the United Grand Lodge of Victoria. Most Wor. Bro. Campbell John Wallace, Grand Master of Tasmania received the request from UGL Victoria to make the presentation on their behalf and Most. Wor. Bro John obliged by making the presentation at the Lodge Merton Installation on Saturday 10th December. Wor. Bro. Stafford was presented with a jewel and certificate commemorating his 50 years service to Craft Masonry in Victroria. | |
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Masonic Motorcycle Association of Australia Inc.
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A call to
Motorcycle riding Masons in Tasmania. Any Masonic members who
ride motorcycles and are interested in the activity, your
attention is drawn to the web address for the Masonic
Motorcycle Association of Australia Inc. There is activity in
the North of our island, those in the South may look up the web
address
http://www.themmaa.com.au or contact the National President Terry Webster (03) 9772 0064 |
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| Report on MMAA Tasmanian Chapter Ride to Young New South Wales .... Click Here. |
Labour for the evening twill be an address by Rt. Wor. Bro. John Windram, "Going from the First to the Third Degree."
Reminder: Sunday 22nd July, Soup and Sandwich Luncheon to be held at the Patrick Street Rooms. $10 per head.
David MacLennan,
Secretary Phone 64291208
davidmaclennan@bigpond.com
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Mount Lyell Lodge Lodge will be meeting at their Cutten Street Rooms on
Wednesday 15th. of May.
Labour for the evening will be the initiation of Mr. Daniel Rawson.
Members and visitors very welcome.
Terry McDermott,
Secretary: Phone 64 71 7030
reservations@sharonleestrahanvillage.com.au
St. Helens Masonic Lodge No. 93 T. C.
St. Helens Masonic Lodge will be meeting at St Helens Neighbourhood House, Circassian Street, St Helens. on Saturday May 26th.
Labour for the evening will be to Initiate Mr. K. H. Bilston
Phone: (03) 6431 1727 (M) 0419 379 332
dlkay@internode.on.au
Dorset
Lodge, Scottsdale will be
meeting on Saturday May 19th.. at their Scottsdale rooms, 38 King Street, tyling at 7.30
pm.Labour for the evening will be a Second degree for Bro. Shane Forbes
Members and visiting Brethren warmly welcome.
August Jones,
Secretary: Phone 6352 2737
auglyn@bigpond.com
Burnie Masonic Lodge No. 89 T.C.
Burnie Masonic will be meeting at the North West Masonic Centre Bird Street Montello, Burnie on Tuesday 22nd, of May.
Labour for the evening will be the Initiation of Mr. Andrew Miller
Lodge will Tyle at 7.20 pm. Members and visitors very welcome.
Please visit our new Burnie Lodge Website. http://burnie.freemasonrytasmania.org
Gerry Gunton,
Secretary: Phone 6435 1477
gerrygunton6@bigpond.com
Roland Lodge will be meeting at their High St. Rooms on Thursday May 17th. 2102 Tyling at 7.30pm.
Labour for for the evening will bea presentation on the "History of Roland Lodge" by wor. Bro. Mayne.
Members and Visiting brethren warmly received.
Peter Spinks,
Secretary: Phone 6492 3215 or 047 471 003
peter@hacsutas.net.au
Devonport Masonic will be meeting at the Devonport Masonic Centre Edwards St. Devonport on Thursday June 20th. 2012 tyling at 7.30 pm.
Labour for the evening will be "Duties of Lodge Officers".
Members and visiting Brethren very welcome.
Brian Walters,
Secretary: Phone 6428 6633
bwa27870@bigpond.net.au
Lodge of Peace will be meeting on Tuesday 15th May at their Ironcliffe Rd Rooms Penguin
The evening will be a Past Master's night, with V. Wor. Bro. Ken Knight occupying th Chair.
Labour will be in the hands of V. Wor. Bro Knight for a Masonic Trivia evening.
Members and Visiting Brethren, Ladies and guests very welcome.
Graham Deacon
Secretary: Phone 6437 2492
gdeacon287@bigpond.co
Meander Lodge will be meeting at their rooms, 174 Emu Bay Road Deloraine on Wednesday 9th of May tyling at 7.30pm.
Labour for the evening will be a talk on Scottish Freemasonry by Wor. Bro. A. Nielson
Members and visiting Brethren warmly received.
Secretary: Julius Kearon.
Phone (03) 6362 3045
juliuskearon@bigpond.com
Visitors admitted at 12.45pm, Grand lodge to follow.
Installing Master will be Rt. Wor. Bro. P. J. Radford PGW, assisted by Grand Lodge officers who will install Wor. Bro. Russell Montgomery as worshipful master, and invest Officers of the Lodge.
Following the Installation, a Buffet will follow. Cost $10 per head.
Phil. Corby
Secretary: Phone 6372 5158
philipc1@iinet.net.au
Concord Lodge will be meeting at the Devonport Masonic Centre, Edwards St. Devonport on Tuesday 12th June Tyling at 7.30 pm
Labour for the evening: A rendition of the First Tracing Board by Wor. Bro. J. Armsby
Wor. Bro. J. Armsby in the chair.
Members and visiting members very welcome.
Kevin chambers,
Secretary: Phone 6424 1638 or 0422 945 705
chambers@bigpond.net.au
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Emu Lodge will be meeting on Monday 11th. June at the North West Masonic Centre 108 Bird St. Montello, tyling at 7.30 pm
Labour for the evening will be an address by Worshipful Master subject "Robbie Burns"
Members and Masonic visitors very welcome.
David Cheshire,
Secretary: Phone 6435 2599
umaxwell7@bigpond.com
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Lodge Clarence meets on the 2nd. Monday of each month, at their rooms, 50 King Street Bellerive,
Contact for the Lodge is the Secretary, John Wedd, 18 Nimala St. Rosny phone 6244 1261 Email ejwedd@netspace.net.au
Installation is in September. Members and Masonic Visitors are assured of a great welcome to all meetings.
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Southern Masters’ Association News May - June 2012 Meeting .The Southern Masters Association meets on the first Friday of each month except January, at 6.30pm for 7.00. All sitting Masters, Past Masters, Masters Elect and their wives/partners friends and families are invited to attend. This newsletter will cover the months of May and June as I will be away (and NO there is no room in my suitcase). The next meetings will be held on Fri 1st June and Fri 6th July 2012 and we would love everyone to join us. Membership Fees .Membership fee of the Association is just $10 per year and all memberships are now overdue. They may be paid to the Treasurer at the meeting or forwarded to him, Wor Bro Greg Cleeland, at 2964 Tasman Highway, Sorell, 7172.
Last Meetings. June 2012: Wor Bro Bob Large (Macquarie) Mon 18th June, Wor Bro Paul Shane, (Hutchins Old Boys) to Present Card. Wor Bro Paul Shane (Hutchins Old Boys) Wed 27th June Wor Bro Barry Hyland, (Clarence) to present card. Worshipful Masters should ensure they have a card for the presentation from the SMA and when not able to propose the toast, arrange for an alternative Master to act on his behalf. Installations May 2012 .Mon 7th May Dulverton Tyle 6.30pm (Bro Richard Heiermann) to be installed by MW Bro CJ Wallace Grand Master GLT. No Ladies, Supper Charge $15. Sat 26th May Darcy Wills Peltro St Glenorchy Tyle 3.15pm (Bro Jeff Butler) to be installed by RW Bro Allan Sangwell Deputy Grand Master GLT Ladies invited to supper 6.00 for 6.30 pm Supper Charge $15. Installations June 2012: Tue 19th June Loyalty, Tyle 6.30 pm (Wor Bro Greg Cleeland) to be installed by MW Bro CJ Wallace Grand Master GLT. Ladies invited 9.00 pm for 9.30pm. Supper charge $15.00. Sat 23rd June Tasmanian Union Tyle 4.00 pm (Wor Bro Richard Plunkett) to be installed by R Wor Bro AJ Sanwell DGM. Ladies invited 7.30pm for 8.00pm Supper charge $20.00. Last Night Cards .Worshipful Masters - Please don’t forget to sign some last night cards for presentation to your fellow Worshipful Masters – they are in the robing room 3 Sandy Bay Rd. For Sale .Mens long sleeve dinner shirt size 48 with plain collar. New in box $40 call Wal Ingram 6265 3263. For Your Diaries .Lodge Macquarie will be holding an Open Installation for Wor Bro David Johns on Sat 7 Jul at 3.00pm Ladies, friends guests all invited to witness the Installation. M Wor Bro Norm Cooper will be the Installing Master. Annual Dinner Southern Masters Association .The organising Committee of our Annual Dinner have arranged for it to be held on Wed 31 October 2012. The dinner will be held at the Motor Yacht Club of Tasmania at Lindisfarne and will comprise a 3 course meal with beer, wine and orange juice included. Price is $50.00 per head and will be inclusive of refreshments and entertainment. A raffle is already underway with prizes already in excess of $1000 to be drawn on the night. The raffle will be in support of the chosen charity, Diabetes Tasmania. The venue holds a maximum of 100 and almost a quarter of the tickets have been presold. Tables will be groups of ten so try to get all your friends to join you on what looks like being the event of the year. The Committee has done a great job so far, now they need the help of all Brethren and friends to sell both the function tickets and raffle tickets. Just do it. Hobart Lodge of Research – Lecturers happy to provide Service. Membership of the Hobart Lodge of Research is open to all Master Masons and above as well as all Lodges. Membership fees are only $20 per year (now due). No joining fees are payable. Membership by Lodges’ guarantees the provision of a Lecturer or Lecturers on subject/s of the Lodges’ choice. Lectures may vary in length from 20 to 40 minutes or Lodges’ may elect to have up to 3 short lectures, each of around 10 minutes duration. Masonic Open Day Committee Report .The meetings of the Masonic Open Day Committee continue to be held on a regular basis. It has been decided by the Committee that an Open Day Event would be held on Sunday 21 October 2012 between 1 and 5 pm in Burnie, Launceston and Hobart. In the South of the State, 3 Sandy Bay Road is the selected venue. The committee members of the Southern Team are already seeking a Grand Lodge presence to add some colour and light and among activities for the day here are demonstrations of the significance of the 1st degree workings tools, the second degree tracing Board, what they mean historically and how they are relevant today. This will be followed by an afternoon tea in the dining room and a mix and mingle event. Brethren wishing to be of assistance, should advise one of the local Committee Members, Wor Bro’s Graeme Evans (Clarence) 0418 517 082, David Baldwin (Tas Union) 0407 871 725, David Louez (Loyalty) 0419 343 117, or Ross Mitchelmore (St Pauls) 0401 575 730, of their availability. The Public Relations Committee recognises that these events throughout the State will have a huge impact on funds available and donations may be made to the work of the Committee through the Board of Benevolence. Donors may be assured that all donations made for the success of the day will be faithfully applied to that end. The Open Days are designed to be family oriented so we hope that all Brethren will be keen to assist. Masonic Web Site .You can contact the Webmaster as follows: Email: webmaster@freemasonrytasmania.org Telephone: 6437 2112 Address: 166 Main Road, Penguin Tas 7316 Items for Inclusion .If you have any items of interest in relation to your Lodge activities which you would like to include in this bulletin, please contact Wor Bro Jack Clear on phone 0417 370 998 or email jclear@bigpond.net.au . Fraternally – Jack Clear |
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