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AU T U M N 2017
F R E E M A S O N S V I C TO R I A Q UA R T E R LY J O U R N A L
LOO KI N G
FO RWAR D
Good men, supporting each other,
their families and the community.
FROM THE EDITOR
Hasten Cautiously
At a time when many organisations are social media and the website; become
winding down for the festive season active advocates for Freemasonry
and summer break, at Freemasons in the community and wear your pin
Victoria we are ramping up! Over the with pride; invite us to your district to
past 2 months, we have made substan- discuss our new strategic plan (see
tial steps forward in planning for our summary details below).
future and our pathway to 2025. We
FMV Magazine Issue 148 Most importantly, help us to reinforce
are encouraged and energised by your
in everything that we do:-
The official magazine of the support, input, advice and wisdom.
United Grand Lodge of Victoria Freemasonry is an organisation of
(Freemasons Victoria) In this issue, you will read about our
good men supporting each other,
Website: www.freemasonsvic.
change agenda, about our collec-
their families and the community.
net.au tive thoughts for our collective future
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– and you will be asked to become From Freemasons Victoria to you, your
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freemasonsvic active participants in that future. families and your communities, please
enjoy a safe and happy festive season;
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user/freemasonsvic we look forward to continuing our
with us: get connected with email,
journey together in 2017.
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Freemasons Victoria invites
your comments and feedback
on our magazine – we aim
to make this publication as
interesting and appealing to
our audience as possible. If you
have any constructive feedback
or comments on how we can
improve your reading experience,
please get in touch. Please keep
your comments respectful and
in line with the values of our
organisation.
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Apology
Our humble apologies. In the
Winter edition of this journal,
we incorrectly referenced Bob
Semple. The correct reference
should have been “Bro. Robert
Semple, OAM, BEM.”
LOOKING FORWARD
“We are what we are because of the people who are
amongst us… I firmly believe that the first person
singular has no place in the grammar of progress. All
achievements are the result of a team effort with every
part of that team performing to his or her utmost”.
- Past Grand Master, John Connell
- Align Masonic giving with the Freemasonry?’ you can be equally
strategic focus of Freemasons proud to say that “Freemasonry
Victoria is an organisation of good men,
supporting each other, their
- Restore strong membership
families and the community”.
through empowerment and
2 The Board has appointed a Chief 3
engagement
Executive and Assistant Grand
- Remove constitutional and Secretary. It has also approved
administrative barriers to growth the engagement of a “Change
and member satisfaction; Manager”, responsible for the
introduction and management of
- Build a strong internal and
Embrace
the change agenda. A Strategic
external communications strategy
Planning Workshop was conducted
to tell our story.
in November this year, to develop
In our future, our members and the a Business Plan for Freemasons
MWBro. Don Reynolds
Grand Master community will say: Victoria, a Strategic Plan, Strategic
the Future
“What a remarkable organisation Direction and a Communications
A
Freemasons Victoria is, with a Strategy.
s Freemasons, we share a
strong and healthy culture of A review of the Constitution
strong and long-established
openness and transparency, a is currently being undertaken
set of values and principles,
real understanding of the values by the Legal and Constitutional
which encourage us to provide
and principles which underpin Committee, with the assistance of
social, benevolent, symbolic,
all that it does, and a recognised the Grand Secretary.
intellectual and moral guidance
for the benefit of each other, our community asset.”
In that future, our members The aim of this review is to:
families and our communities.
The consistent framework of our will be strongly aligned with the
- Contemporise our constitution
ceremonial structure reinforces vision of Freemasons Victoria, well
- Remove any barriers to progress
those values, and is designed to informed about the governance
stimulate our thinking and develop and management of the - Allow Lodges to operate more
self-awareness. organisation, and have significant effectively & efficiently; and
Throughout our history, we opportunity to be leaders. The
- Support the organisational
have been challenged by changing management and administrative
principles of Accountability,
times and this is again the case team will provide first class service
Alignment and Agility.
as we seek to consolidate our and will support members and
place and confirm our relevance Lodges to perform their vital roles A range of Constitutional
in the 21st century. Freemasons at the front-line. changes will need to be made
Victoria of the future can honour In that future, our brand will be and I ask for your favourable
and retain the excellent ritual and synonymous with the development consideration of these changes in
ceremonial work for which it is of good men and the support December.
known, but it is the value added of valuable charitable pursuits. Brethren, this is an exciting
to men and their communities Our symbols will be everywhere. time for Freemasons Victoria and
that will allow Freemasonry in The branding of the fraternity one which will benefit from the
Victoria to be a beacon of relevance will be supported by effective cooperative and collaborative
amongst community and fraternal marketing which recognises the support of all members.
organisations. merits of Freemasonry and makes
recruitment that much easier. Listen to the Grand Master’s Address at
www.freemasonsvic.net.au/Video/quarterly-
Brethren of the lodges I have september (Quarterly communication of
The time is now, for all Freemasons visited know that I believe that Grand Lodge, September 2016)
in Victoria to: we need to put the Square and
- Address our self-identity Compasses in the community eye;
to that end I have asked each of you
- Develop new infrastructure in to wear these with pride, not on
growth corridors your dinner suits, not on your tails
but out there in the community.
- Build better professional and
When someone says ‘what is that?’
member networks
you can proudly declare that is
- Position Freemasons Victoria for the symbol for Freemasonry.
relevance And when they say ‘what is
LOOKING FORWARD
Our Strategic Plan
2016-2025
4 OUR OBJECTIVES OUR VISION OUR APPROACH 5
1. To build the brand
Freemasons Victoria is recognised and We will monitor our achievements and
respected as an organisation of good success, using contemporary media to
men who support each other, their communicate with and assist members
for today’s man families and their communities. to make the most of the opportunities
to build a sustainable future for
Freemasons Victoria.
2. T
o attract membership OUR OBJECTIVES
by engaging today’s
To be a meaningful and relevant
man organisation in the twenty-first century
3. T
o refine the member that empowers Lodges, members and
experience the community by providing leadership,
guidance and administrative support
4. T
o further enhance systems to ensure the perpetuity of
capacity for compassion Freemasonry in this State.
and philanthropy OUR VALUES THE VALUES DRIVING
AND PRINICIPLES THE ORGANISATION ARE:
5. T
o strengthen the
Masonic teaching is at the essence of - Responsiveness
Freemasons Victoria. Teaching is based - Integrity
on brotherly love, relief and truth and is
organisation to enable enabled through ceremonial structure
and a network of Lodges that reinforce
- Impartiality
- Accountability
the change process these values and stimulate care,
trust, empathy, respect, fellowship,
- Respect
- Human Rights
networking, support and a generous
community compassion in which
diversity is embraced.
LOOKING FORWARD
The future
is bright
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Jane Sydenham-Clarke
Chief Executive, Freemasons Victoria school alumni, business networks Great stories help to build pride
and purpose in membership.
and consulates. We will explore
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n 1964, Bob Dylan famously the opportunities that our richly We have been so generous
observed – the times, they are a multicultural State - in which there are through the Freemasons
Foundation and out in the Lodges
changin’. 135 faiths with residents from over 200 there is great work happening
In 2016, writing my first article for countries – affords. every day
this journal, I am reminded just how Supporting our existing members is 1. Garibaldi Lodge (North
much they have already changed. I a key focus; we want to retain existing Brunswick) has done incredible
am the first female Chief Executive members through ensuring a wonderful work giving hundreds of
experience and building great loyalty. thousands of dollars to
of Freemasons Victoria. I am the community including the Royal
daughter of a proud Freemason. We must meet the needs of Today’s Melbourne Hospital, Australian
In my first months I have been Man – at all ages and stages - and Nurses, and Northern Health
made to feel welcome and empowered ensure a terrific experience when he 2. Lodge of Concentration
Next steps to support and implement the
progressive agenda that the leadership
at Freemasons Victoria is keen to
comes to Lodge. Being a Freemason
must impact positively on every
member’s quality of life and reputation.
(Ringwood) has for 17 years been
running a special needs kids
swimming Olympics
3. Sunshine Wisdom and Seavic
embrace. Lodge members painted the
RW Bro. Richard Elkington
President of the Board of General Purposes order to ensure optimal outcomes Shine a light on philanthropic offices of the Josephs Corner
and minimum disruption to the So what is that agenda? giving and compassion Charity and raised $8,000 to
A
support families with drug related
ligned, Accountable, Agile. organisation. A Strategic Planning
Build the Brand for Today’s Man There is enormous opportunity to challenges in the Western Suburbs
These are the behaviours that Workshop held in November this year
Freemasonry is undergoing major work with the Foundation to align our
will underpin the next era of provided the foundations for a new 4. Macedon Ranges Lodge has
change. With a +300 year history philanthropic interests with the agreed an initiative to provide breakfast
Freemasons Victoria as we develop and Business Plan for Freemasons Victoria,
it is now in a period of renewal, key issues for our markets. for Lancefield children that might
implement our 2025 Vision. a Strategic Plan, Strategic Direction and otherwise go hungry
recognising the need to adapt to the My commitment is to work with
What an exciting and progressive a Communications Strategy. A detailed
demographics and psychographics of the wonderful team at Freemasons 5. Trafalgar Lodge is planning a
decade we have ahead of us. In paving change plan has been developed and leadership course to assist locals
our fast changing world. We need to be Victoria, filled with men and women
the way, the Board has appointed a a dedicated “change agent” has been with their development
Aligned, Accountable and Agile. of intelligence, energy, passion, public
Chief Executive (Jane Sydenham- engaged. 6. And two incredibly generous
Over the next few months, and with and private influence and enormous
Clarke, the first woman to hold this To enable recommendations to be Freemasons recently gave
your support, we will develop a fresh commitment to what is something very
position) and Assistant Grand Secretary fully implemented, some changes to over $1.5 million to Epworth
and vibrant contemporary brand, special. Together we will plot a course Freemasons Hospital
(WBro. Bruce Cowie) who bring their the Constitution will be necessary and
creating new content for deployment that enables good men to support
valued talents to our executive team. have been the subject of a series of
through multiple channels. We will each other, their families and their
Our organisation has many inherent communications over recent weeks at
leverage external news with appropriate community.
strengths. However, in order to survive, the September Quarterly, through visits
angles, and show good men doing good To Don Reynolds Grand Master,
flourish and remain relevant in 2025 to Lodges and districts and in weekly Follow the President’s
things across TV, radio, and print. We Keith Murray Deputy Grand Master,
and beyond, we need to overcome our communications in e-newsletters from regular updates on proposed
will find our champions. We will tell Richard Elkington President of the
natural resistance to change, restore me. Constitutional Changes at
www.freemasonsvic.net.au/news/ our wonderful stories, including over Board of General Purposes, Peter
our trust in one another and move I ask for your favourable articles/ (Weekly reports in 9,500 good men supporting each other, Henshall and all the staff, thank you
forward together strategically and consideration of these changes when Engage)
their families and their communities. for the generous and supportive way
steadfastly. they come before you in December.
in which you have facilitated my
With these matters in mind, We must all play our part in building
Grow Membership by Engaging engagement into the organisation. I
the Board of General Purposes a sustainable future for our great
look forward to working with you as we
commissioned an extensive and organisation. A future that can allow Today’s Man build on the strengths of Freemasons
independent review of the structure, our sons, daughters, grandsons and
Freemasons Victoria will create a strong Victoria and equip the organisation for
operations and organisational granddaughters to also enjoy the
multi-media presence with a new the future.
effectiveness of Freemasons Victoria. wonderful world of Freemasonry.
Brethren! Please join us in building a website* and social media channels**
Overall, 20 recommendations came enabling us to present content to a Visit us at www.freemasonsvic.net.au/
from this review which will improve the vibrant future for Freemasons Victoria!
wider audience, to link with partners, Watch our new video for Freemasonry
effectiveness of Freemasons Victoria. and to share our stories about what it in Victoria at http://www.freemasonsvic.net.au/
Implementation of the means to be ‘a good man’.
master-nav/about-freemasonry/
recommendations will require We will open up gateways to new Join our online community us on Facebook,
careful and considered planning in members including universities and Twitter and LinkedIn.
LOOKING FORWARD
and cultural change to optimise our very closely with our strategic brand
capacity for contemporary relevance partner, BrandHook, who we have
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n mapping the path to a and future membership growth. In appointed to provide us with insight
sustainable future it is critical doing so, we must also protect the into our position in society today
that we understand the profile strong sense of history, symbolism and create a growth strategy for the
of younger Victorian men so that and charity and the central pillars future.
we can meaningfully connect with for personal growth, friendship The first stage will be a research
Just who is them by offering a unique value
proposition that meets and exceeds
their needs.
and belonging, particularly in our
increasingly alienating world today.
While retention of existing
program, an exploratory piece
aimed at uncovering how
Freemasons Victoria can become
Today’s Man? Freemasonry has a proud +300
year history and is now in a period
of rejuvenation, recognising the
members is a focus for our internal
team, finding new ways of engaging
with the wider community to raise
more relevant to the “millennial
male” without losing sight of our
rich history. The research program
need to adapt to the contemporary awareness, improve perceptions and has been designed to deliver a
and future demographics and attract appropriate new younger ‘journey of understanding’ of
psychographics of our fast changing members is critical to our future. Today’s Man. The research has been
world. At Freemasons Victoria, we Over the next few months, designed across four key stages that
8 are undergoing significant structural Freemasons Victoria will be working include: 9
THE EVOLVING VALUES OF TODAY’S MAN
20s All about me
– World travel
– Self improvement
– Idealism
Research Stakeholder Focus Member
Review Interviews Groups Survey
The review will bring to Key members of our This stage represents the The final stage of the
life what men at each leadership team will first step in understanding research will be a larger
30s Time of transition
– Healthy lifestyle
stage of their life value,
what challenges they face
and how life has changed
help us to understand
what success for our
organisation will look
the broader community’s
perception o Freemasons
Victoria and our perceived
scale survey that we
will invite all members
to complete. This will
– New found wealth for them over the years. from their perspective relevance in today’s be your chance to have
– Making serious goals This important stage and identify the key areas society. Focus groups your say anonymously
of the research will set of exploration. This will will be conducted with and will allow us to
the context of how we provide the research members and non- quantify and better
as an organisation can team with a contextual members and will provide understand your needs
fit into more men’s lives understanding of what a chance to hear life truths and provide the support
Freemasons Victoria
40s
and ensure the messages from men in their own we need to maximise
Safety & belonging communicated outside can bring to the lives of language. The objective future opportunities for
– Career vs parenting our organisation and the our members and their of this stage is to explore Freemasons Victoria
– Financial security way we are perceived in families. This will be what triggers and barriers across the state.
– Safety in the world the community aligns highly important, as in the exist to engaging with
they live with our values. next stage of the research, the Freemasons brand
Figure 1 represents we will be speaking with and what is required to
what men want from male members of the overcome these barriers.
the world at each stage community who are not
of their life and the key Freemasons, but who
50s Sharing knowledge
– Desire to give back
– Providing guidance
attitudes that define
them. The research
review will delve more
align themselves with the
values we cherish.
– Confidence deeply into these stages
from experience to understand the lives of
potential members and
the place Freemasons
Victoria can occupy in
their worlds.
60+ New focus
– Aspiration
for adventure
– Physical limitations
– Importance
of friendships
Stay tuned to www.freemasonsvic.net.au for updates.
LOOKING FORWARD
Shining
10 The Light district and their respective lodges from
this night alone.
The Maroondah District Blue
Lounge covers the Ringwood, Inner
young masonic leaders of tomorrow
have taken up the opportunity to help
reenergize the craft in these important
regional areas. Congratulations to the
Supporting young Freemasons
where so ever they may be
dispersed
Bro Jack Aquilina
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Eastern (Box Hill) and Lilydale Masonic entire Greater Gippsland Team and we State President,
centres and will be hosting regular are very excited about the future of this Blue Lounge Social Club
social events whilst also supporting branch of the Blue Lounge Social Club. Contact:
candidates and lodges by visiting on Our Plans for Further Growth in Mobile: 0449 589 277
nights of initiation. If the recent launch other Districts
Email:
is anything to go by, our new branch in As State President it has been jack.aquilina@blueloungesocial.
Maroondah will be a huge success in incredibly humbling and encouraging com
ensuring that our young members stay to receive messages of support and
www.blueloungesocial.com
energized about the craft and that more requests for expansion from a large
candidates of quality join local lodges. number of districts across Victoria.
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Greater Gippsland Region Launch The energy that we are seeing being
he Blue Lounge Social Club After the great success of the reinvested into the craft is inspirational
is a grassroots membership Maroondah District Launch the Blue and I am pleased to let you know that
initiative that exists for the Lounge was incredibly excited to the Blue Lounge will be taking up
purpose of recruiting, retaining, launch its first country or regional the next phase of its organic growth
educating, supporting and branch in the Greater Gippsland by expanding to a number of new
advocating on behalf of young Region. metropolitan districts. Recently
freemasons in Victoria. In the The Greater Gippsland Region Blue I announced and appointed new
previous issue of the journal, you Lounge Social Club extends from district liaisons for the Club in the
were introduced to the Blue Lounge Phillip Island through to Gippsland. Central District, Bayside District and
and were given the opportunity to The club is active across this vast Monash Gully District to get the ball
learn a little more about us and our geographical region and is currently in rolling on establishing these new
strategic vision. the process of appointing additional branches of the club. Our structure
Freemasonry is undergoing an Masonic Centre representatives to is efficient, effective and easy to
incredible transformation, not just support their passion for Freemasonry implement with each district requiring
here in Victoria, but around the and its future! a President, Secretary and one (two if
world as we seek to grapple with Therefore on the 7th of October possible) representatives from each
the incredible societal, cultural positive stories we took away from Greater Gippsland Region President major masonic centre in the district.
and technological changes that those launch events. Bro. Simon Reynolds and his team Therefore if you are a young mason
have redefined the ways in which Maroondah District Blue Lounge launched another new branch of the who is excited about the future of
young people need to be engaged. Launch Club in Traralgon. The launch event Freemasonry and wants to play a fun
The Blue Lounge is completely In September the Blue Lounge was fantastic, with over 40 young role in energizing your fellow youth and
grassroots, we are by members and launched its second club in the country Freemasons, their family and recruiting quality new members to a
for members, and whilst we enjoy Maroondah District at the Box friends in attendance. The night quite lodge near you then get in contact and
the support of Freemasons Victoria Hill Masonic Centre. This new literally brought brethren from across a join the new teams being established in
we operate through our own efforts. branch launched with a real bang large distance together for meaningful the Central, Bayside and Monash Gully
Over the last year there have been where over 50 young Freemasons, fellowship. About 20 young brethren Districts.
many success stories that the Blue their families and friends joined from the city made the trek up to If your lodge or district is interested
Lounge has been a part of, including together for a fantastic night of Traralgon to support the event and also in our club and would like to have us
the creation of the Southern trivia, live music, drinks, food and enjoyed an incredible weekend in the on your team working towards positive
see a number of young children
Hemispheres first Masonic Podcast fellowship thanks to the efforts of La Trobe Valley thanks to WBro Jordan outcomes and growth in your area then
of Freemasons coming along for
Brought to light, or the daily role Maroondah District President Bro Mercer who was kind enough to allow do not hesitate to pick up the phone or
the fun and it was great to see
we play in the recruitment and Thena Nadarajah and his team! us to stay at his property. The energy send me an email!
Freemasons, friends and families,
retention of our younger members. The night was electric with young of the young masons in the Greater Our motto is ‘Bringing Young
young and old, enjoying each
The Blue Lounge is continually freemasons from all around Victoria Gippsland Region was really impressive Men to Light’ and we look forward
other’s company and simply having
growing into a State-wide initiative coming together to build fantastic as was the quality of the candidates to continuing this grassroots effort
a great night of Freemasonry!
that is positive about the future of friendships and lasting experiences who signed up to join their local lodges to support our lodges, members and
Aside from the fun and invaluable
Freemasonry. that will no doubt have energized after the event. reenergise our fraternity from the
experience of the Maroondah
In this edition, we thought we their masonic experience. With our country lodges feeling bottom up.
Launch, we also received 6
would share with you news of our It was particularly pleasing to the brunt of the recent decline in Until next edition keep safe and stay
applications for initiation for the
recent expansion and some of the membership we are so excited that on the level.
LOOKING FORWARD
A Woman’s “I love the opportunity to meet new
people, be part of social and charity
activities, and yes, I do love dressing up!
touch
For women who are more introverted,
it is a very safe way of meeting new
people and developing new social skills
and networks.
12 MAIKE SHELLIE networks. Within SEAVIC Lodge No solid and enthusiastic support of 13
Maike is the wife of VWBro. Peter 8 for example, we have a “Ladies their partners, who themselves are
Shellie Night” (social event) prior every capable, intelligent and engaged.
Lodge dinner and we usually have I am sure that the commitment of
FMV: What is your role in an average of about 30+ ladies of the man is in direct proportion to
Freemasonry in Victoria? all ages and stages attending. It the commitment and support of his
has been a huge success and one wife.
Maike: My role in Freemasonry in reason why our membership is These intelligent women are also
Victoria is to support my husband continuously growing. And without great fun to be around, exchanging
in being a Mason as well as the the ladies, all the Charity work experiences about everything from
Chair of the Social Committee for would probably not be as successful! family to fashion and their views
SEAVIC Lodge No 8. on Freemasonry. I freely admit
that I like to simply socialize with
FMV: What contribution do women other lodge members’ wives and the
make generally to Freemasonry in wives of members in the ceremonial
this State? teams.
Maike: The role that women play FMV: Are there any benefits for
in Freemasonry in Victoria has woman getting more involved?
MYA GRAYLY FMV: What contribution do women
I
probably been another best kept
t’s no secret that the United Mya is the partner of our Grand make generally to Freemasonry in
secret! We support our husbands Sharon: One secret to maintaining
Grand Lodge of Victoria does Master MWBro. Don Reynolds this State?
and partners and, if we choose to, an active and viable membership
not accept female applicants we are very involved in organising is to ensure that both men and
to join traditional Craft FMV: What is your role in Mya: Besides their significant
the social and charity activities. women are involved and active in
Freemasonry. Freemasonry in Victoria? contribution of time and support
By doing so, we are never alone as Lodge activities. If the interest of
What is perhaps less to their partners in Freemasonry,
we have other women to assist. It the women is maintained, they are
well known is that the work Mya: My role is to support Don and women also play a major role in
is always a team effort and very more likely to support their partners
of Freemasons Victoria is the goals of the organisation moving Benevolence.
satisfying to work with likeminded, in the various roles that they play
nevertheless enriched by women forward.
passionate and supportive people. within the organization.
of intelligence, energy, passion, Having worked in advertising FMV: Have you seen significant SHARON HENSHALL
Sharon is the wife of RWBro. Peter It also facilitates wives and
public and private influence and promotions I like to try and contributions from women to
FMV: Have you observed significant Henshall, Grand Secretary husbands forming life-long
and enormous commitment to inject some glamour, energy and Freemasonry in Victoria?
contributions from women to friendships, whilst not neglecting
what is something very special. a fresh young approach to help
Freemasonry in Victoria? FMV: What is your involvement in the foundation pillars of
These women, their daughters attract younger members. In Mya: Absolutely! Many of the
Freemasonry in Victoria? Freemasonry – charity and support.
and granddaughters are key to today’s world, social media is a big charitable functions and events
Maike: To single out one or two Involvement assists with your
the future of Freemasonry in this part of connecting and engaging raise incredible amounts of money
contributions would probably Sharon: My father and uncles own growth as a person and
State. with people and I see my role as due to women’s support. Earlier
not do justice to all the other were active Freemasons. Their broadens your social circle. I have
We asked three very special promoting our experiences in the this year we attended the Amicus
contributions that have been made enjoyment of the organization gave attended many presentations at
Women in Freemasonry about world of Freemasons Victoria and Carnivale Ball. The lodge raised
by females over the past years. me insight into the meaning of Lodges and met many interesting
their personal journeys. taking people along on our journey. in excess of $50,000 which was
In probably any social or charity Freemasonry and what it provides people– this has enhanced not only
I enjoy meeting and mixing matched by the Freemasons
activity there are ladies involved; to its members. But it wasn’t until my knowledge and communications
with new people, socialising and Foundation. A cheque for $100,000
that is their contribution to charity my husband joined Freemasonry skills, but also my enjoyment of this
taking photos to share of all these was presented to the Olivia
and the craft. that I really appreciated its true wonderful fraternity to which we all
wonderful masonic experiences and Newton-John Wellness Centre from
meaning and how it benefits not belong.
getting everyone involved. Freemasonry.
FMV: Are there any benefits for only the man, but also his family,
I am fortunate to have gained Being an Amicus Member and
woman getting more involved? friends and workmates.
some organisational skills running knowing many of the women
my own business in the health and that worked so hard on the social
Maike: Yes! I love the opportunity to FMV: What contribution do women
fitness industry which helps in committee, it really gives me a sense
meet new people, be part of social make generally to Freemasonry in
planning Grand Lodge Installation of pride in what they accomplished
and charity activities, and yes, I do this State?
events, team weekends away and not only for Freemasonry but for
love dressing up! For women who
heading up the GL Ceremonial such a worthwhile cause.
are more introverted, it is a very Sharon: What amazes me is the
Team Ladies Events and Quarterly
safe way of meeting new people and commitment displayed by the
Dinners.
developing new social skills and Freemasons I meet as well as the
LOOKING FORWARD
Staying
Connected
in the
Digital Age
A
n important element of
INNER
SANCTUM
14 our membership and
communications program is
to ensure we have current contact
details for all our members. We’ve
recently identified some significant
gaps in our member information,
particularly with viable email
1. Log on
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I N N E R SA N CT U M
St David installs
an icon
16 17
M
ulwala icon VWBro. Stan
Clarke PGIWkgs OAM
back in the Chair at 92
Mulwala Freemason, VWBro.
Stan Clarke OAM was installed as
Worshipful Master of the 132 year
old Lodge of St David.
Sixty seven Freemasons,
including Freemasons Victoria’s
Deputy Grand Master RWBro.
Keith Murray, were in attendance.
Stan’s installation ceremony was a
Great priory
‘show’ to remember. Guests came
from Wagga Wagga, Melbourne,
Nagambie, Tallangatta and many
installation
towns in between to see Stan take
up the Chair again, and it was clear
the intensive planning and effort by
the lodge paid off.
Lodge of St David’s reputation of
R
being a good host was maintained EmKt. Brian Crane KCT was
18, and served in Australia, New War on Australian Soil describes
with 40 partners and wives of Installed as the Most Eminent
Guinea, Netherlands, East Indies the various attacks on Australian
Freemasons being treated to a and Supreme Grand Master
and the Philippines with RAAF’s soil during World War 2, and the
film at Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf of The Great Priory of Victoria
wireless unit, later referred to as many ships sunk by the Germans
Club Resort while the installation on 27 August, succeeding David
The Kana Men. and Japanese around Australia’s
ceremony took place. Over 100 Paroissien, who had held that office
The League of Young coastline.
guests attended the installation for the past three years.
Gardeners, The Kana Men and Gayle Pinn, Principal of Mulwala
banquet held in the Lodge supper Attending the colourful ceremony
War On Australian Soil tell lesser Public School, remarked on the
room. were the leaders of the Knights Templar
known stories about Australia’s value of Stan’s books, saying that,
Stan believes the Lodge is set of West Australia, New South Wales,
involvement in the two World Wars. “It’s good to have a local aspect on
for another busy time beginning Queensland and New Zealand, as
The League of Young Gardeners the war and we will be using the
with renovations to the Lodge’s well as representatives from South
reveals the role school children trilogy as a teaching resource.”
90-year-old building. The Lodge Australia.
played in contributing to Australia’s Copies of Stan’s trilogy are
will continue with their regular All but two Masonic Orders in
war relief effort by cultivating available for $10 through the Captions TBC:
fundraising sausage sizzle at Victoria were represented by their
garden plots in their own backyards. secretary’s office of Yarrawonga/
the Farmers’ Market, however leaders together with representatives Audience Award winner Charlotte
Originally called the War Relief Mulwala RSL Sub-branch, or Miles performed works by Antonín
the immediate focus will be on from the Mark and Holy Royal Arch.
Gardeners League, the program was directly from Stan. Dvořák, Ross Edwards and
improving the standard of their RWBro. Richard Elkington, President
highly successful in its fundraising David Popper on cello.
building. of the FMV Board of General Purposes,
efforts, and according to Stan, had a William Soo, winner of the 3MBS
There is no sign of Stan slowing was also in attendance along with
“positive effect on children’s minds, Freemasons Victoria Young
down either. The 92-year-old scoffs Deputy Grand Master RWBro. Keith Performer Award 2016, performed
making them more ingenious,
at any suggestion that he could Murray who was welcomed as a
works by Claude Debussy,
resourceful, generous and Frederic Chopin and Alberto
be too old for the Lodge’s top job, Scottish Knight.
independent,” he said. Ginastera on piano
admitting he “gets uptight about The photographs show the range
The Kana Men tells the story
any mention of age discrimination.” of different, colourful and interesting
of Australian katakana wireless
Adding to his swag of regalia of the different orders in
operators and code breakers who
achievements this year is the self- Freemasonry.
transcribed Japanese signals in
funded publishing of a trilogy of
the field and supplied valuable
wartime stories he authored, which
information about enemy
are now being distributed to local
movements at a time when the
schools. Stan joined the RAAF as a
allies defending the Pacific region
telegraphist in January 1943 at age
had little to fight with.I N N E R SA N CT U M
Finding tune in Remembering
Freemasonry brotherly love
Vale Bro. Alan Cashin MM
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Muscat, where he also ran the School and his two sons’ loving reminiscenses
W B
Bro. James Taylor of Music for the Sultan of Oman for two ro. Alan Cashin passed away about their father.
discovered Freemasonry in years. on September 29, 2016 and I Alan came to Melbourne from Colac
1998 after his colleague in In 2011, James made the bold was privileged to attend his as a young man; boarding with family,
the British Army said he was going decision to shift his family from The funeral. starting work, meeting his future
‘off to Lodge’. Being part of an era of Hamptons in England to Australia, I first became aware of Bro. Alan wife, getting married, becoming an
Freemasons who believed a potential stating that the Australian way of when visiting the Derrimut Daylight enthusiast for car rallying (a devoted
member had to enquire three times life, and the Aussie values of hard Lodge at the Sunshine Masonic Centre Ford man), a real petrol head.
about membership, James did just work and community giving, were – not long after the lodge had opened, His career in banking was cut short
that, and has been an active member what he aspired to for his two teenage the door near the secretary’s table was by the onset of multiple sclerosis
ever since. daughters. quietly opened, and a member was (MS), but that didn’t stop Alan having
Arguably WBro. James’s greatest Staying an active Freemason was brought in and seated next to the Senior a family and being a great father. MS
gift to Freemasonry has been his never a question. James found Geelong Deacon. became part of Alan’s life for over 40
extraordinary musical talent. Lodge of Unity and Prudence No. 5, Nothing remarkable other than years; it did not dominate him, did
Confessing he can, “play any visited and never left. They even meet that Bro. Alan was in a fully motorised not diminish his love of life and his
instrument you blow,” music came very on the same night as his old Lodge, wheel chair, his apron placed on a family, enjoy the milestones of his
naturally to him from a young age. Royal Gloucester No. 130 EC! pillow resting on his lap. family, particularly those of his sons “I was recently asked
Singing and reading music from James’s musical talents were During the meeting I started to growing up, through to the recent birth why I wanted to be
age seven, James sang and played in quickly recognised and before long he notice a number of things; firstly not of his granddaughter. He continued part of Freemasonry.
the Cathedral Choir until age 14. At 15, was playing with the National Tylers one member had batted an eyelid on to enjoy his music and his passion
he joined the British Army, achieving Band alongside WBro. Charles Smith Alan’s entry, the Senior Deacon would for motor racing - don’t expect much
To have been in Alan’s
a string of musical accomplishments and WBro. Roger Gilbert-Kent. They occasionally stand and adjust Alan’s conversation during a Bathurst presence, witness the
including acceptance into the Royal recruited James’ wife who drums, head angle, wipe the corner of his broadcast. true demonstration
Military School of Music at Kneller Hall, WBro. Eddie Baroon who plays guitar mouth or other simple acts to ensure The progress of the MS was such that of the core principles
where he learnt to play the oboe under and Eddie’s wife Jacqui who sings. his comfort. Alan was no longer able to be cared for
of freemasonry by
the instruction of Professor George Their amusing tunes include Stuff it, The meeting ended and without any at home. Alan became resident, first
Morgan. I’m Having A Swim, Stand By Your Don fuss or bother Alan was wheeled to the in an Aged Care Home, and then later the members of his
After graduating, James played in a and If I Were A Grand Master. James south. During the luncheon the Senior at Cyril Jewell House – a facility that lodge and finally to
normal county regiment for eight years aims to donate $2,000 from funds Deacon sat with Alan; feeding him, caters for MS suffers, as well as the be privileged to be
as an instrumentalist on saxophone, raised from the National Tyler’s gigs to giving him a drink, even a port which I aged. Alan lived in care for over twenty present at his funeral
flute, clarinet, oboe and bassoon. a deaf children’s charity. later found out was his favourite drink, years.
At 26, he auditioned for the Royal James has also played for Chapter, wiping the food from his chin – simple Alan’s wife, Cathy, paid a very
is answer enough.”
Military School of Music, as a student Order of the Secret Monitor as Assistant acts of kindness – more so, acts of significant tribute and thank you to
band master. This involved three years Grand Organist, at the Dallas Brooks brotherly love. I came away from that the members of the Derrimut Daylight
of study to master all instruments in Centre closing ceremony and for meeting knowing that I had been privy Lodge for their support of Alan
the band as well as harmony, theory, a combination Lodge country and to one of the greatest demonstrations throughout his time in care, in hospital
arranging and conducting. James western night. of the core principals of freemasonry – and especially when he attended lodge
was posted to the Pegasus Band of the A Freemason for nearly two brotherly love and charity. This was a meetings. Cathy also expressed thanks
Parachute Regiment where he became decades, James loves giving back man of great courage, dedication and in to the Derrimut Daylight Lodge for the
the first band master with a rank of to his community and enjoying the many ways a quiet achiever. substantial contribution to the cost of
Warrant Officer Class 1. He remained in camaraderie with other Freemasons. Through visiting Derrimut Daylight a motorised wheel chair that ensured
this position for seven years. “Freemasonry is something I need. Lodge a number of times I became Alan’s ongoing mobility.
At 34, he was commissioned as After 35 years in the British Army aware of Alan’s story – he rarely missed I was recently asked why I wanted to
Officer after passing the Advanced and as one of five boys, I need male a lodge meeting, his only excuse was be part of Freemasonry. To have been
Certificate of Music with the Army. company to survive! Freemasonry does that he was in hospital, no one cared in Alan’s presence, witness the true
He was made a Captain and Director a great deal for men; it gives us a chance that he would often snore through the demonstration of the core principles
of Music where he managed fifty to talk about things that are important ritual or a talk, he joined Derrimut of freemasonry by the members of his
musicians and over 200 public to us” he said. Daylight Lodge in February 1992 as a lodge and finally to be privileged to be
performances each year. “As our society ages, Freemasonry founding member, was a freemason present at his funeral is answer enough.
At 50, James retired from the Army will become more important to older since his initiation in April 1975. I feel truly humble in the presence of
to take up the esteemed position of men. Freemasonry is a way men can More of Alan’s story was revealed my brothers, freemasons.
Director of Music as a Commanding maintain social connections and to me during his funeral; through the
Officer at the Royal Guard of Oman in support into their vulnerable years.” eulogy delivered by Cathy his wife, Vale Bro. Alan John Cashin
April 7 1949 – September 29 2016I N N E R SA N CT U M
Eastern shore of Lake Geneva. The members with 8 Lodges spread over
Grand Installation was preceded by a this small country.
reception to welcome visitors.
A tour of the Chillon Castle, which The ‘Pathway’ Ceremony gains
stands on an historic site located on
momentum……..
From the
a very narrow pass at the base of the
steeply rising eastern shore of Lake Since the ‘Pathway’ Ceremony was
Geneva, was enjoyed by all. There first presented in November 2015,
is evidence that this site has been the ceremony has continued to build
Chamber
occupied since the Bronze Age, and the upon its success. So far the Team has
first written record of the castle dates performed the ceremony five times
to 1005. Due to its strategic location which is in line with the expectations
this site was used as a toll station where of Supreme Grand Chapter to limit its
traders and merchants were forced exposure to keep it fresh.
to pay for access to the Great Saint It’s interesting to note that the
Bernard Pass over the Alps to Italy. ceremony was never intended to be the
Later due to the wealth accumulated ‘silver bullet” for recruitment for the
from this lucrative business the castle Holy Royal Arch Chapter in Victoria,
20 21
was built and over the centuries as its role is to start up a conversation
T
underwent successive extensions and about the Supreme Degree between
he First Grand Principal, renovations in the hands of various those within the Order and Master
MEmComp Peter E Crick influential families. During the 12th Masons. Happily, it has done just that!
GZ, along with a number of century the castle was used as a For a number of reasons, some clear
Victorian Companions and ladies, summer residence for the Dukes of and some not so clear, every time the
recently made the trip to attend the Savoy, during the 16th century it was ceremony has been performed, the host
Annual Grand Convocation of the used by the Savoy’s as a prison, the Chapter has increased its membership.
District Grand Royal Arch Chapter most notable prisoner being François By any measure, the ceremony has
of the Middle East held in Genting de Bonivard, a Genevois monk, who was exceeded its purpose. It seems that
Highlands, at an altitude of over imprisoned for 6 years until 1536 when when a Chapter takes the plunge and
2,000 metres and one hour north of he was released by his countrymen who requests a ceremony to be performed,
Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. took the castle by force. François de things just start happening whether
Eleven Companions, which included Bonivard’s incarceration is the subject it’s due to increased communication or
Don Reynolds and Keith Murray, of a poem by Lord Byron called, The effort or whatever, the Chapter seems to
accompanied Peter in the delegation, Prisoner of Chillon. benefit.
which was received by their Grand On the steep rocky mountain edge Performances of the ‘Pathway’
Superintendent, MExComp Dr Ernest above the town of Montreux there is a Ceremony in Bairnsdale on Saturday
Yong Foo Yen, who was in attendance church, built in the name of St Vincent; 10th December 2016 and in Echuca on
at our Grand Installation in 2015. again successive constructions have Saturday, 18th February 2017, when
Peter had also been present at the enhanced the original church which local Companions will be joined by
Installation in Malaysia last year to had the Latin name of monasteriolum the Grand Chapter of NSW and Grand
witness Ernest Yong being installed as from which the town of Montreux Chapter of Victoria, are surely events to
the leader of their order. spectacular ceremony. Captions TBC: takes its name. The earliest of the remember.
As a continuance of the strong Footnote: The festivities for the Audience Award winner Charlotte constructions on this site date to the Any Freemason who has obtained
fraternal ties that exist between our weekend included a welcoming Miles performed works by Antonín 8th and 9th centuries. the rank of Master Mason can
jurisdictions Peter and Deidre had Oktoberfest Fellowship Buffet, as well Dvořák, Ross Edwards and
In contrast to the very early history attend a ‘Pathway’ Ceremony, so if
returned, not only for the Convocation, as an 8 Course Chinese Joint Harmony
David Popper on cello.
of this area, the Grand Lodge of you’re curious and want details or
but to witness Brother Dr Kang Tee Dinner, both held at the prestigious William Soo, winner of the 3MBS Switzerland has been in operation you want to request a performance
Yong installed as the 18th District Genting Club. Peter was most Freemasons Victoria Young
for only 20 years. The current Grand of the Ceremony for your Chapter
Performer Award 2016, performed
Grand Master of the District Grand appreciative of the great support given works by Claude Debussy, Master MWBro Herv’e Richard please contact the Office of Supreme
Lodge of the Middle East. by those Ladies and Companions from Frederic Chopin and Alberto succeeded MWBro Peter Ribi, who was Grand Chapter on 9411 0113 or by
Most Excellent Companion John Victoria who had enjoyed the great Ginastera on piano
Grand Master for 10 years. email on chaptermarkmasonsvic@
Alexander (Ian) Fraser, the Most experience. Front Row: RWBro. Barry The Grand installation was attended freemasonsvic.net.au
Excellent First Grand Principal of the Minster (Director, Freemasons by close to 135 brethren. Delegations
Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Foundation), YPA 2013 winner
from 15 different Grand Lodges were
William Soo, Kim Falconer
Scotland, accompanied by his Grand welcomed, the largest delegation being
Visit to the National Grand (finalist), Charlotte Miles
Principals and Grand Scribe Ezra were (Audience Award winner), WBro. of 5 members. I was pleased to have
also in attendance for both ceremonies. Lodge of Mark Master Masons of Alan Richmond (Freemasons
our Deputy Grand Master RWBro. Peter
A very large delegation from Switzerland. Victoria), WBro. Bob Morcomb
Julier and WBro Stewart Pike, PJGD
(Freemasons Victoria).
Freemasons Victoria, led by MWor (aka, Spike), representing the United
The Grand Master of Mark Master
Brother Don Reynolds Grand Master Back Row: Judges Tamara
Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of
Masons of Victoria, RWBro. Ian Coad Smolyar, Peter Sheridan and Alvin
and accompanied by RWor Bro Keith Victoria.
with his wife Marg and the Deputy Wong.
Murray DGM were present to witness The Grand installation proceeded
Grand Master RWBro. Peter Julier
this special occasion and celebrations. very smoothly and was enjoyed by all. A
with his wife Lyn, had the pleasure of
Delegations from over 21 notable part of the installation occurred
travelling to Switzerland to attend the
jurisdictions, made up of over 500 after the new Grand Master was
Installation of RWBro. Herve’ Richard,
brethren from as far away as Western installed into his chair; the Immediate
as Grand Master of The National Grand
Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Past Grand Master left the Lodge room
Lodge of Mark Master Masons of
Ireland, the Bahamas, China, India, to play no further part in the ceremony,
Switzerland.
Michigan USA and most parts of completely handing over to the new
They arrived to spend 4 days in Paris
Asia, made the journey to Genting GM.
before travelling to Geneva and on to
Highlands, with the fine display of The Grand Lodge of Mark Master
Montreux where the Grand installation
different regalia making it a very Masons of Switzerland has just over 300
took place at the Eurotel Hotel on theI N N E R SANCTUM
Welcome our new members
Preserving
Name No. Lodge
Bro. Jamie Allan 256 Whittlesea Lodge
our heritage
Bro. Ad Al-Shakhly 164 Yarraville Lodge
Bro. Darren Andrews 376 Lodge Integrity
Bro. Paul Aquilina 924 Brunswick United Lodge
Bro. Jacob Arnold 936 Brae Dale Lodge
Bro. Aidan Barry 762 Yarra Glen Lodge
Bro. Peter Benjamin 635 Dandenong Lodge
Bro. Philip Blackman 759 Melbourne High School Lodge
Bro. Joel Blashki 496 Pakenham Lodge
Bro. Desmond Broad 24 Southern Cross Lodge
22 Bro. Tristan Burke 922 Guiding Star Lodge 23
French Masonic prisoners from future care and management. The
F
Bro. Adrian Caldwell 470 Williamstown St. Andrew Lodge
reemasons Victoria Library the Napoleonic and various other Significance Assessment will also Bro. Vittorio Caruso 94 Weston Street United Lodge
and Museum receives items of historical importance. greatly assist towards exposing Bro. Bernard Cashin 186 Commonwealth Lodge
Community Heritage Grant Furthermore the library includes a the historical value and research Bro. Gary Celepci 49 Victorian Naval and Military Lodge
from the National Library of collection of rare bibles, the earliest potential of this collection to both
Bro. Martin Chichester 5 Geelong Lodge of Unity and Prudence
Australia. dated 1566, whilst the portrait Freemasons as well as to the wider
Bro. Ashleigh Cotter 62 Union Lodge of North Gippsland
As a result of a Board strategy collection maintains approximately community. Most importantly
Bro. Joshua Crute 160 The Mornington Lodge
to conserve our heritage and its 45 paintings of both Provincial however, this report will contribute
Bro. Saublet 97 Macedon Ranges Lodge
temporary relocation from the Grand Masters, Grand Masters and towards how Freemasons Victoria
Bro. Daniel Edmonds 217 Frankston Lodge
Dallas Brooks Centre to the Royal First Grand Principles. Most of moves forward towards developing
Freemasons Homes, the Freemasons these paintings date from the mid the new Library and Museum and Bro. Jeremy Elias 460 The King David Lodge
Victoria Library and Museum has to late 19th century, amongst them protecting this highly significant Bro. Scott Ellis 933 Sir John Quick Lodge
undergone a huge transformation in famous Australian artists including collection whilst still maintaining a Bro. Junnifer Fuerte 926 The Revival Lodge
an effort to maintain its assets and Joshua Smith, William Beckwith ‘best practice’ approach in Library Bro. Andrew Hall 367 The Melton Lodge
heritage within a safe and secure McInnes, William Dargie and and Museum standards. Bro. Lee Heron 258 The Mordialloc Lodge of Charity
environment. Charles Wheeler. The Freemasons Bro. R. Jeyabalasingam 82 Victoria Lodge
Through assessing and packing Victoria Library and Museum Bro. Mason Kabalan 603 Lodge Fraternal
this diverse collection, not only have maintains the largest recognised Bro. Allan Lambert 149 St. Andrews in the South Lodge
many objects been individually Masonic collection of its type within Bro. Matthew Lever 261 Peace and Loyalty Lodge
examined, but their overall the State which holds links to the Bro. Christopher Mah 312 Canterbury Lodge
significance as part of this collection early development of this City and Bro. Roman Malanta 919 Swan Hill Lodge
has been evaluated. Many of the therefore holds significance at a Bro. Jayden Manno 890 Garibaldi Lodge
documents, portraits, books and State, National and International Bro. Matteo Marucci 191 Lord Northcote Lodge
objects within this collection not level. Bro. Raymond McCurry 661 Powlett Lodge
only retain an important historical Recently the importance of this Bro. Stuart McDougall 82 Victoria Lodge
association between the United collection was recognised when Bro. Shane McGovern 160 The Mornington Lodge
Grand Lodge of Victoria with the the Library and Museum was
Bro. Stephen Meehan 762 Yarra Glen Lodge
United Grand Lodges of England, officially awarded a Community
Bro. Paul Morton 400 Comacine-Acanthus Lodge
Ireland and Scotland, but also with Heritage Grant through the National
Bro. Raymond Mumford 137 Duke of Abercorn Lodge
Freemasons who were prominent Library of Australia on the 25th
Bro. Goetz Neugebauer 902 The Doutta Galla Lodge
within the development of the city October 2016. The Community
Bro. Kingsley Okafor 88 Robbie Burns Phoenix Lodge
of Melbourne from the early 19th Heritage Grants provide grants of
up to $15,000 to various community Bro. Robbie O’Reilly 348 Rosebank Lodge
century.
Although it is uncertain how organisations throughout Australia Bro. Bradley Outschoorn 926 The Revival Lodge
some of this material came to be and includes collections which Bro. Sanders Payne 97 Macedon Ranges Lodge
part of the Library and Museum are maintained by libraries, Bro. Waldemar Pieczonka 290 Cranbourne Lodge
collection, the United Grand Lodge archives, museums, genealogical Bro. Nick Ploumis 799 Lodge of Honour
of Victoria maintained an extensive and historical societies, as well Bro. David Pniewksi 37 The Brighton District Lodge
array of books from when it was as multicultural and Indigenous Bro. Arron Priestley 720 Seaford Lodge
officially established 1889. Gradually groups. The National Library, which Bro. John Raptis 603 Lodge Fraternal
over time this collection has manages the Community Heritage Bro. Grant Reeves 478 The Army Lodge
been added to by both individual Grants Program, is funded by the Bro. Ariel Sabado 919 Swan Hill Lodge
Freemasons who have been Australian Government through Bro. Ryan Thomas 261 Peace and Loyalty Lodge
prominent within the United Grand the Department of Communication Bro. Angelo Thomas 191 Lord Northcote Lodge
Lodge of Victoria as well as other and the Arts—with the National Bro. Mohammed Tiriaki 80 Antient York Lodge
Lodges within this State. Archives of Australia, the National Bro. Steven Tolnai 243 Gardenvale Mobility Lodge
As a result, the museum Film and Sound Archive and the Bro. Alexander Tolnai 243 Gardenvale Mobility Lodge
collection now includes various National Museum of Australia. Bro. Giuseppe Virga 635 Dandenong Lodge
rare aprons dating from the early- This grant will enable the Library Bro. Milovan Vujadinovic 312 Canterbury Lodge
17th century onwards, rare Masonic and Museum to employ an external
Bro. Greg Weaver 715 Gippsland Lakes Lodge
jewels, a Masonic inkwell made expert to undertake a Significance
Bro. William Wong 915 Blackburn United Lodge
from an emu egg, Masonic alabaster Assessment report of the collection
Bro. Samuel Young 206 Middle Park Lodge
miniature dioramas created by and give guiding principles for its
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