NZ Freemason magazine Issue 2 June 2021

Freemason NEW ZEALAND

Issue 2 (Vol. 49), June 2021

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In this issue From the Editor 2

Dedication of new Invercargill Freemasons Centre and OSM 19

Hot Off the Press 3 Grand Master’s Visits 3

Camp Purple 2021 20

From the Grand Master 4

The story of a girl with a little bit extra 21

News clips 6 From the Executive Director 8 Last of the roadshows 10

Freemasons University Scholarships 22

Divisional Conferences 11

The college of scholars 25

THE FREEMASONS CHARITY Riding Returns 30 Towering Success 31

FREEMASONS IN ACTION Heartland Bank Freemasons Scholarship 32

Saving lives by parking cars 12 Opera star on stage for Grand Master 13

Free Masonic Lodge Music 33

Freemasons make music for shuttles 13

Masonic Villages Trust 34 The Philippines 36

Freemasons freshen up in Hamilton 13 150th for The Sir Walter Scott Lodge No 15 14

Potter Masonic Trust 38

Charity Lawn Bowls in Wyndham 14

Freemasons and Shrek break the glass ceiling

Grand Master attends ANZAC Ceremonies 15

Freemasons Foundation 42 Royal Arch 44 Two 60 Years Bars for two Brothers who are brothers 46 The Widows Sons working hard, raising the masonic profile through benevolence in 2021 16 Central Division Charity Dinner a gold medal winner! 17 Freemasons support worthy organisations in Tauranga in a big way 17 New Zealand’s Pacific Lodge 18

Freemason hits a ton! 46 Entered Apprentice Freemasons at New Zealand’s newest Lodge 46 Welcome to our newest Freemasons 47 The Last Word! 48 Service Awards 49

COVER Fish-eye of Freemasons University Scholars with Dr Lance O’Sullivan and the Grand Master at Parliament.

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From the Editor

FREEMASONS NEW ZEALAND

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A timely reminder … look after our members right from the start of their journey and always.

It was his dream to become a Freemason Though he wasn’t sure quite why.

So he made an application, Then waited months for a reply.

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Finally a postcard in the mail, Said “Come Monday night at six, And bring us fifty dollars, If you want to see our tricks.”

He made the solitary journey, And entered by the door, But not one hand was offered, As he slowly crossed the floor.

They fed him sandwiches and a cuppa, And a piece of savoury pie, Then led him to a little room, With no explanations why.

The work was done with care and skill, No one could argue that.

But, the candidate was forgotten, As they patted themselves on the back.

He came to the lodge hall two more times, And was raised to the third degree, That was the last they saw him.

What could the trouble be?

They scratched their heads and wondered, As again they cried and moaned.

“Our time has all been wasted!”

“We should have stayed at home.”

It seems to me that they’ve missed the point, But they need to understand.

It’s not just how well you do the work, It’s how you treat the man.

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Because you can only be a Freemason, When you’re a Freemason in your heart; And along with his jacket seams, They had burst his dream apart.

So, if you get an application, Please, call on that man at once Invite him and his family, To tour your hall and share some lunch.

Answer all his questions, Let him share your pride.

A Freemason’s work, is honest work; That’s not a secret to hide.

And when its time to present him, With the gift of a degree, Remember, genuine friendship is, The true gift of Freemasonry.

Pick him up and take him home, Isn’t he worth the trip?

No candidate should come alone.

Please, don’t ignore this tip.

All should rush to greet him, As he enters by your door.

Extend your hand in friendship, That’s what a Freemason’s grip is for.

And remember your obligation, As you lead him to the gate.

It’s up to you to guide him through, Not to hurt or humiliate.

Now armed with proper instruction, Freemasonry’s door will open wide, Thanks to you, his best example, Of what a Freemason should be inside.

And ... thank him sincerely for coming, Invite him back to his new home.

For a Brother will not be a brother, If he feels unwelcome and alone.

Enjoy this issue. It is crammed full of things Freemasons are doing in the community including the Special Olympics a project for every Lodge in New Zealand.

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Grand Master Graham Wrigley with Barbara Pickering, who has now retired as our Membership Officer and the Grand Secretary Duane Williams at the recent Freemasons University Scholarships at Parliament.

Hot Off the Press Freemasons New Zealand support Special Olympics New Zealand As you may know we have entered into an exciting sponsorship the Freemasons New Zealand Special Olympics National with Special Olympics New Zealand to have naming rights for Summer Games. their National Summer Games being held in Hamilton We are anticipating that Lodges and members will from the 8–12 December 2021. also be able to get involved with SONZ in a handsSpecial Olympics is a sports organisation for on way. people with intellectual disabilities and is a The Freemasons New Zealand Special worldwide movement.

Olympics National Summer Games Media This is the first time that Freemasons New Launch involved Athletes and Freemasons in a Zealand will be visible to the public in such a Ten Pin Bowling Competition in Lower Hutt. positive and high-profile way.

Everything you need to know is here: Our sponsorship is worth $100,000, from freemasonsnz.org/special-olympics-2, and if The Freemasons Charity, and will be known as not just ask!

Some of the participants with our Grand Master, Graham Wrigley Grand Master with Carolyn Young CEO Special Olympics with our logo and one of the half dozen participating teams.

GRAND MASTER’S VISITS 8 Jun

Te Awahou Lodge No 133, 2 Fifty Year Service Badges for Brothers, Freemasons Centre, Foxton

2-4 Jul United Grand Lodge of Queensland, Centenary and Grand Proclamation, Brisbane, Australia

13 Jun Otago Masonic Charitable Trust Presentations, Freemasons Centre, Dunedin

10 Jul The Havelock Lodge No 104 125th Anniversary, Freemasons Centre, Blenheim

17 Jun Lodge Waikato No 475, 1st Degree and Fifty Year Service Badge VWBro Don Seath PDistGM and Freemasons Centre Hamilton East

14 Jul Lodge Torea No 121 Seventy Year Bar Presentation, Freemasons Lodge, Waimangaroa, West Coast

26 Jun Ara Lodge No 348 Irish Constitution Installation, Freemasons Centre, Airedale Street, Auckland

24 Jul Auckland and Counties- Hauraki Districts Mid Term Charity Banquet, The Northern Club, Auckland

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30 Jul 12th Annual Whiskey Tasting Charity Night, Empire Fergusson Lodge No 225, Wellington Freemasons Centre 31 Jul Scinde Lodge No 5 Installation and Presentation, Freemasons Centre, Napier 13–15 Aug United Grand Lodge of NSW and ACT, Grand Installation, Sydney, Australia

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From the Grand Master completed my 25 years of service, which seems to be a drop in the bucket when compared to the outstanding service of so many committed Brethren. This is a good lesson for our newer Brethren, as I am sure that your commitment in the same manner will ensure a good life of enjoyment and fellowship.

Opening of the Borders

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inter has truly arrived, and I extend my sympathies to everyone that has been impacted by the Canterbury floods. Whilst my experience was limited to a few days of heavy rain, it was sad to see the rural sector so severely affected.

I am aware that we have many Brethren from the farming community who will be suffering more than others, so we wish you well in the recovery process.

Badges and Service

During the last quarter, I have had the pleasure of presenting several service badges to long serving Freemasons.

Whilst many Brethren have had their service acknowledge in their own Lodge at a local level, I have taken the opportunity to personally attend a couple of presentations when the opportunity has arisen. In Auckland recently, I presented a 50 and 60-year service badge to a father and son, and a few weeks later I was in Oxford where I had the pleasure of presenting 60-year badges to twin brothers who had completed their masonic journey side-by-side. Shortly, I will be in Foxton to present 50-year badges to two brothers who have also enjoyed their Masonic journey together.

I also had the pleasure of writing to three Brethren who had reached the age of 100 years, one of which I was able to formally meet in a Lodge Room.

This reinforced the commitment and engagement by so many of our brethren who have given so much of their life to the Craft. I felt quite humble, as in May, I 4

Everyone will be enjoying the feeling that life is starting to change with the opening of the Trans-Tasman bubble and the opening to Cook Islands. Whilst we still have to be cautious, the feeling of normality is something to treasure. In April, I was fortunate to be able to attend the Grand Installation of the Grand Lodge of South Australia and Northern Territory in Adelaide, being my first international flight in almost 18 months.

The Grand Installation was well attended despite the limitations of COVID-19 restrictions between the Australian States as well as local State limitations for social distancing.

The dignity of the Installation Ceremony was well maintained, and although I was the only New Zealand representative, I was pleased that I had made the effort to attend. It also made me appreciate the way we have been able to live our lives here in New Zealand when compared to the rest of the world.

In July, I will be taking a Delegation to formally visit the United Grand

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Lodge of Queensland as they mark their Centenary as a United Grand Lodge. This visit is out of sequence with their cycle of Grand Installations, but the opportunity to acknowledge their history is important. In August, we will be attending the Grand Installation of New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, followed by the Grand Installation of Western Australia. I am mindful that this all sounds great on paper, but at the same time I am aware of the limitation and risks associated with travel in these troubling times.

Not to be outdone, I had the pleasure of taking part in a Zoom Online Gathering with the Hiram Lodge No 12, being the International English-speaking Lodge in Prague. The Master of this Lodge is a Kiwi Brother who is a Past Master of the former Lodge Maungakiekie Lodge No.373 (Auckland). Once we had sorted out the time difference, I joined with the Lodge and the Grand Master of the Czech Republic at the early time of 5.00am. This gathering lasted for over 90 minutes and was extremely interesting for me as I heard first-hand the challenges faced by Lodges in Europe, many of which still remain closed. The good news is that their Lodges will be opening in June, so we wish them well.

Through the fraternal connection between MWBro Stan Barker, PGM as our representative to the Grand Lodge of British Colombia and the Yukon, we held

Euclid Lodge No. 158 - iClub 158 Masonic Education

a Masonic Gathering on 26 May with Euclid Lodge No. 158 which is located in Parksville BC. Some 84 Canadian Brethren joined with me, MWBro Stan Barker, and VWBro Duane Williams where we made a combined presentation on our Grand Lodge structure and how we approached Freemasonry during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This was well received, and clearly showed the need to approach our international relationships in a different manner.

Invites you to attend a ZOOM Virtual Presentation & Discussion by: MW Bro. Stan Barker, PGM The GL of New Zealand MW Bro. Graham Wrigley, GM The GL of New Zealand VW Bro. Duane Williams, Grand Secretary, The GL of New Zealand

"What the GL of New Zealand Has Done to Maintain Interest in Masonry During the Pandemic”

Opening Remarks: GL of BC & Y, GM, MW Bro. Don MacKenzie

Freemasons New Zealand Summer Games

By now, you will have all heard about our commitment and naming rights for the ‘Freemasons New Zealand Special Olympics – National Summer Games’ to be held in Hamilton 8-12 December 2021. We officially launched this on MWBro Graham Wrigley Wednesday 2 June in Lower Hutt at a ten-pin bowling competition between the Freemasons and some of the Special Olympic athletes. I do not know who won, but I suspect that it VWBro Duane Williams MWBro Stan Barker was not the Freemasons – Divisional Conferences but the engagement and fun and engagement by us all was really special.

Date: 25 May 2021 - Time: 7:00 p.m. PDT Our three Divisional I certainly appreciated the RSVP: Bro. Craig Wolverton – cwolvert@gmail.com Conferences are now commitment of our local complete, and I am Freemasons who really got budgets, so the Board will be looking to encouraged by the positivity that is into the spirit of the event. determine the priorities for each task. shining through. They have all been well We also were fortunate to gain unTo assist in the process, we are making attended, and the engagement and comprecedented coverage in the media with some changes within the National Office mitment to our Strategic Direction is a great piece on TV One in the sports to ensure that we have the right resourcreally at the forefront. Clearly, the impact es in place to deliver the service that we news section. Clearly, our engagement of the 10 roadshows is starting to show all desire. Change does take time to settle with Special Olympics will change lives through, and our challenge is now to dedown, so please bear with us as we start for these athletes and a national and local liver on these expectations. We can only level. Talkback radio was in full flight to implement change. do this as fast as our limited resources Clearly, the expectation of our Brethren throughout the night with some positive will allow us to proceed. Our finances are is to work on achieving our objective of comment, but still with a fair sprinkling limited, and we have to live within our ‘Thriving Lodges with of negative and unfounded conspiracy Engaged Brethren and a theory bander from ill-informed people.

Growing Membership’. We still have a long way to go in commuTo achieve this, we all nicating the value of Freemasonry to the have to work together wider community.

My hope is that all Lodges will engage as a Team of one! We all at a local level and open up their commuhave a role to play, and I am sure that by now, nity commitment to help with each local each Lodge will have committee with tasks that may include identified their specific providing such things as meeting room needs to achieve their (ideal use of Refectory), drivers, coaches, and general helpers. Let us all work goals.

As I said at each of together to make this project a stunning the roadshows, if we success.

Brethren, I wish you all well. implement this plan, MWBro Graham Wrigley then your Lodge will Grand Master grow. The secret is commitment and a drive to succeed.

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News clips The Twenty-Five Year Badge

Our Grand Master invites you to join him in Australia Our Grand Master MWBro Graham Wrigley cordially invites all Freemasons and their partners to join him, now that the Australia travel bubble is open, for these events with some of the Grand Lodges in Australia.

The very underrated Twenty-Five Year Badge is available to all Freemasons who have been a Freemason for at least 25 years (either under New Zealand or another recognised Grand Lodge or both).

Many of us may have a 50- Year Badge or 60- or 70-Year Bar especially if we joined Freemasonry at an early age or have lived long enough.

However, if you were late in joining Freemasonry then your Lodge can apply on your behalf to get one presented as we may never reach the other masonic

13–15 August 2021

Grand Installation of the United Grand Lodge of New South Wales and ACT in Sydney of RWBro Les Hicks Past Assistant Grand Master as Grand Master.

29–31 October 2021

2–4 July 2021

Grand Installation of the Grand Lodge 100th Anniversary of the United Grand of Western Australia in Perth of RWBro Lodge of Queensland and Grand Daniel Gannon Deputy Grand Master as Proclamation of MWBro Paul Holland Grand Master.

Grand Master in Brisbane.

Details on all events are available from the Grand Secretary on secretary@freemasonsnz.org and a Circular sent to your Lodge Secretary. milestones. One of the reasons it was originally instigated.

25 Years in any organisation is a rare achievement but Freemasonry seems to have a preponderance longevity of

membership which speaks volumes about our organisation. Applications can be requested from and sent to membership@freemasonsnz.org

REGISTER AND BOOK NOW www.bit.ly/gi-sydney Main hotel – Rydges World Square Other accommodation nearby: NSW Masonic Club Vibe IBIS Travelodge Primus Pullman

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(NZ Freemasons will need to register as guests first)

Grand Installation United Grand Lodge of NSW & ACT Sydney Masonic Centre 13-15 August 2021

UGLQ CENTENNIAL GRAND PROCLAMATION 2-3 July 2021 “On behalf of Freemasons Queensland, I have great pleasure in inviting you to attend the Grand Proclamation.

The celebrations will begin with a Meet & Greet Function, on Friday, 2 July 2021 and conclude with a Reception and Banquet on Saturday, 3 July 2021.

We look forward to welcoming you to this historic event”.

MW Bro Paul Holland, Grand Master

TICKETS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED To book visit www.bit.ly/uglq-brisbane Friday 2 July

Meet and Greet Old Queensland Museum 480 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills

Saturday 3 July

Ladies Breakfast Hilton Hotel, Brisbane 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane Grand Proclamation Masonic Memorial Centre 311 Ann Street, Brisbane Grand Banquet Hilton Hotel, Brisbane 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane

Crossword solution

Lodge Manuherikia Kilwinning No 109, Alexandra Constituted 1896

125th Anniversary Celebrations Saturday 6 November 2021 For information contact

LW Brenssell, Secretary 3 Royal Terrace, Alexandra 03 448 5929 evenles68@gmail.com

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FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Change is starting to happen

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ny Brethren who are students of politics or commerce know that major change, especially changes that alter an organisation’s ‘direction of travel’, takes time, costs money and needs resourcing.

They’d also know that the best thing to do when contemplating major changes is … don’t procrastinate. Make the decision and get on with things!

And that’s been the mindset at National Office over the last several months. Let’s get things moving so Brethren can start to see positive change happening and can be confident that we are starting to deliver on the conversations that began with the roadshows and carried on at the recent Divisional Conferences.

While the roadshows and the conferences threw up a range of fascinating issues and findings, some of the key ones for me are these: We have a range of skills across Freemasonry that we need to better utilise to benefit the organisation as a whole.

Brethren want a range of pathways for themselves and their families to be better engaged in all that Freemasonry has to offer.

And the key ingredient…

One team!

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Mentoring and support is key to member retention.

We need to do a much better job of telling our own story, both to ourselves and to others. No more hiding our light under a bushel!

And that’s one of our jobs now – to agree how we best incorporate those key findings into our strategic plan and our own ‘direction of travel’.

But doing all this takes time, resources and money, all of which National Office has been light on. But we know we need to make the necessary investments if we are to implement our strategy successfully, to work as one team towards our over-arching goal of Thriving Lodges, Engaged Brethren and Growing Membership.

So, these important changes, or investments, are now occurring. We are building our National Office capability to support our plan. We are making significant investments in people, processes and systems.

We have also undertaken a review of our operating model to best support our strategy. Unfortunately, this process

and the retirement of our membership officer means we are saying farewell to some staff, but in doing so we do want to acknowledge the great service that they have provided and we wish them all the best as they open new chapters.

We will also welcome new staff to our office in the near future as we continue to gear up and expand our resource base.

I am sure that you will make them feel welcome and help them settle into their new roles.

Work continues apace (or as fast as we can make it happen) on our membership and charity databases, and our other IT systems, to ensure they are fit for purpose and will facilitate improved communications flow and efficient information retrieval and reporting.

And we are starting now to focus heavily on our charities’ strategy with a view to setting clear outcomes and introducing new ways to better use our

charitable initiatives and plans to help raise the profile of Freemasonry in the community and reinforce our public profile as a community organisation. You will be hearing more about this over the coming months as we start to roll out the changes.

And that’s very much in keeping with the Grand Master’s recent announcement about our support for Special Olympics New Zealand and our sponsorship of the Freemasons New Zealand Special Olympics – National Summer Games 2021 later this year.

This initiative is not just about us writing out a sponsorship cheque; it’s also very much about how our Lodges and our Brethren can get actively involved in supporting a very worthwhile organisation that hosts an event supporting very deserving people whilst attracting a significant audience through our media channels.

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It’s about how we can work together, as one team, to make something happen and to deliver something special for people in our local communities.

Working together to back and promote the National Summer Games will be a very visible manifestation of the changes that we are starting to make as an organisation.

Yes, it will take time, all good things do. The trick is to make a start on the journey, as we have done, and keep focused on the destination, as we are doing. I have no illusion that there will not be bumps on the road ahead and difficult decisions to make. As I said on the roadshows, now is the time for courage to do the right thing and what is in the best interests overall for the organisation.

Mark Cassidy Executive Director

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Last of the roadshows Penultimate roadshow in Nelson The COVID-19 delayed NelsonMarlborough-West Coast District Roadshow took place Saturday 21 March 2021 in Nelson at Trafalgar Park Sports Complex. With presentations by our

Grand Master Graham Wrigley and Executive Director Mark Cassidy and supported by the Divisional and District Grand Masters with a facilitator leading the Q&A Sessions.

Last roadshow held in Christchurch The last of the roadshows for the Midland and Canterbury Districts was held at the Canterbury Freemasons Centre in Christchurch on Saturday 11 April 2021, having been previously delayed due to COVID-19 Alert Levels.

This is the last of the roadshows for 2020 but all Divisions have their Divisional Conferences to look forward to in April and May where the story and messages will continue.

A PowerPoint presentation and video will be made available for those Freemasons and Lodges unable to attend one of the ten roadshows throughout the country to bring them up to date.

VISION GOAL TEAM Find them at www.freemasonsnz.org/fm-videos in bite-size Roadshow videos and the PowerPoint presentation especially for those who missed the Roadshows or for those who would like a refresh of the Roadshow.

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BUILDING OUR FUTURE

Divisional Conferences Northern Division Conference 103 Freemasons and 33 partners attend- presentations, an update on roadshow ed the Northern Division Conference progress and way forward and an interheld at ‘Events on Khyber’ in Auckland, esting activity for the ladies.

Saturday 17 April. Lots of interesting

Central Division Conference 180 Freemasons and 30 partners attended the Central Division Conference in Palmerston North on Saturday 1 May with an interesting programme, some

short sharp workshops and including some excellent younger speakers in the afternoon. Everyone left feeling encouraged and energised.

Southern Division Conference Well over 100 Freemasons attended the Southern Division Conference (from throughout the South Island) met centrally in Timaru on Saturday 22 May with masonic presentations

from keynote speakers, Q&A sessions and a visit from the Special Olympics.

This provided a useful follow-on from the District Roadshows.

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Freemasons in action Saving lives by parking cars The frustration of finding a car park early on a Saturday morning for kid’s sport is something that most mums and dads have experienced at some point in time.

Through the generosity of The Freemasons of Canterbury and Calder Stewart, a four-storey parking building just metres from the Hagley netball courts was made available to help alleviate some of this craze and panic and for three years now, the Freemasons of Canterbury have volunteered as car park attendants at the overloaded Hagley courts.

Parking is free, with the suggestion of a gold coin donation, which has gone towards various charitable causes. For their gold coin donation, players and supporters have been able to park securely, with easy access, and in close proximity to the netball courts, all without having to battle the traffic and the mad rush around Christchurch Hospital and Moorhouse Avenue.

The Lodges of the Canterbury District volunteered their time, with Brethren, partners and family assisting during the Netball season. “One of the fundamentals of Freemasonry is our charity work. To provide parking close to the netball courts, as well as supporting worthy causes really makes the project a huge win for the community” said Dai Eveleigh, organiser and Charity Officer for District 25, “I really have to thank our volunteers and the support of Calder Stewart in making the car parking available and in turn, allowing The Freemasons to raise funds for charity”.

Over 430 volunteer hours were completed last season, even with the 2020 season being reduced from the standard

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15-week season down to 10 weeks due to varying COVID Alert levels and lock-down.

The square and compasses boldly on display, as well as signage placed on Moorhouse Avenue – one of the busiest roads in Christchurch – helping to attract attention.

Speak up, Step up, Show Up … tick, tick and tick!

The District Charity Officers, Dai Eveleigh, Bob Wright and Graeme Wakelin met with District Grand Master, Michael Wooding to discuss a District Charity Project to use the 2020 funds raised from the car parking project.

Further discussion with a Brother from Greymouth soon led to a joint District Project and with the collaboration of the Nelson Marlborough Westland District Grand Master, Alan Cameron.

It was agreed to approach Air Rescue Canterbury West Coast to see if there was a way in which this organisation could be supported.

A year later, and after several calls, catch-ups, discussions, and of course fundraising, the efforts came to fruition in a donation to Air Rescue Canterbury West Coast. The funds raised through the car parking, a donation from brethren in District 23, along with a Charitable Grant from The Freemasons Charity enabled the purchase of lifesaving equipment exceeding $45,000.

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The rescue equipment which included three water rescue life vests, ten Pelvic Stabilisation devices, three water rescue harnesses, multiple water rescue kits, a winch stretcher and open water dry-suits for the crew will be used throughout Canterbury and The West Coast.

Following a presentation at the Air Rescue Hangar at Christchurch Airport, Mrs Rachel McNutt – General Manager Air Rescue Canterbury West Coast – explained to a group of over 65 brethren, family and friends about their organisation, what they do, and how the funds raised will be used to help the people of Canterbury.

The Canterbury West Coast Rescue Helicopter covers rescues all the way south to Timaru, north to Kaikoura, along the West Coast, and covering the Alps and all of Canterbury in between.

The Canterbury and West Coast rescue crews responded to 869 missions during 2020, an increase of 8% in mission numbers compared to 2019. Call outs included, mountaineering accidents, skiing related injuries, isolated motor vehicle accidents and medical emergencies.

“The support of the Freemasons has been amazing, to provide essential equipment really helps our crew and saves lives” said Mrs McNutt at the presentation. The square and compasses are proudly displayed on the pilot door of Airbus H145 Helicopter.

The 2021 netball season has started and once again the Freemasons of Canterbury can be seen every Saturday proudly supporting its community, helping save lives by parking cars.

It should be noted that the Free­ masons of the Midland District has also supported this cause to the tune of $55,000 so that all up total is $100,000.

Opera star on stage for Grand Master Star of the famous singing group Sol3 Mio, Pene Pati, was the guest performer at The Lodge of the Liberal Arts No 500 25th Anniversary meeting dinner in April with Grand Master MWBro Graham Wrigley in attendance.

Access to the popular singer was possible through the Lodge connections with the New Zealand Opera School at Wanganui where Pene and his trio partners, brother Amatai and Moses Mackay were all trained. Pene had previously sung at the Lodge quite some years ago before the group found their sudden fame.

Lodge Master, RWBro Dennis Waller, thanked Pene for taking time out from his busy international schedule to add

his outstanding talents to the Lodge 25th anniversary celebrations.

Being proud of the Lodge’s reputation for the promotion of fine music the 25th anniversary dinner proceedings

included much singing by all attending and a special recital by trombonist Daniel Nihotte the winner of the annual Liberal Arts scholarship for Auckland Youth Orchestra musicians.

Somi Kim, accompanist; Dennis Waller PGW; Pene Pati; Grand Master, Graham Wrigley.

Freemasons make music for shuttles Gordon Lowndes of Te Awahou Lodge did mention that during Level Four doing this and charging up to $150 per No 133 and Rima Tamaiparea-Puki lockdown Palmerston North Taxis were trip. of Lodge Rangitikei No 38 present “Rima and I enjoy music. We felt a vouchers of $1,040 with a subsidy need to use our talents and did so for a from The Freemasons Charity to Lance worthy cause...” says Gordon Lowndes.

Pederson representing the Foxton Beach “With the help of the Rev. Val Barber, Community Health Shuttle to assist in Jeanette Lowndes, Bev Baneff, Ian travel costs, at a Presentation Concert.

Bannister (fellow musician) and David The Shuttles provide transport for Johnstone (Senior Warden) this propeople who are not permitted to drive ject would not be possible” adds Rima back from appointments or who do Tamaiparea-Puki. not have vehicles or the means to make To further assist this service by donathe trips to various hospitals either in tion please contact Bro David Johnstone Palmerston North or Wellington. Lance SW on 027 218 0254 for details.

Freemasons freshen up in Hamilton The Hamilton East Freemasons Centre has a new look using our branding guidelines. The public will definitely know that the Freemasons are in Hamilton.

Before and after.

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Freemasons in action 150th for The Sir Walter Scott Lodge No 15 The Sir Walter Scott Lodge No 15 is situated in Thames and celebrated a COVID-19-delayed 150th recently with a visit from our Grand Master Graham Wrigley. David Tilleyshort was invested

as a Past Grand Warden and 150th Anniversary Jewels where presented.

The Master Morgan Lewis presented the Grand Master with a 150th Jewel and Lodge Tie.

Charity Lawn Bowls in Wyndham The Mokoreta Lodge No 63 held is annual Charity Lawn Bowls event in Wyndham in Southland which has supported MS and Parkinson’s to the tune of $6620.00 with the assistance of The Freemasons Charity.

Well done Freemasons, family and friends in Southland a great effort to support your local community.

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A good attendance from Freemasons and partners at the meeting and also at dinner afterwards with the cutting of the cake with Jim McConnell and the presentation of a Waka to the Grand Master.

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ur Grand Master, Graham Wrigley, ANZAC Day 25th April 2021 and gave an joined a parade with Freemasons ANZAC Address at Lodge Koranga No and a Wreath Laying at Papanui RSA on 197 in Timaru on 27th April 2021.

Many other Lodges had ANZAC ceremonies around the day, or took part in public ANZAC ceremonies throughout New Zealand.

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Freemasons in action The Widows Sons working hard, raising the masonic profile through benevolence in 2021 The Canterbury chapter of the Widows Sons once again hosted the Christchurch Ride of Respect, which this year returned to its usual date, the nearest Sunday before ANZAC. The Papanui RSA carpark was once more filled to the point of overflowing with motorcycles, it was great to see so many members of the motorcycle fraternity showing their respect for the sacrifices made by so many. After a short safety briefing, the group formed up under the direction of the marshals, then steadily exited the carpark in small groups for the short journey to the Rangiora RSA. In Rangiora, the Mayor was on hand to welcome into to the carpark at the RSA. It was only a short stop then off down the high street to the amazement of all the onlookers. It was fantastic to see such a large group, with nothing but a continuous stream of motorcycles lasting over ten minutes. A short ride up the Oxford, and the Oxford Workingman’s Club, with the Oxford School providing some additional food, but all to soon it was time to move on.

The last stop would be The Templeton RSA. Where a lone Piper (our police escort) played and the group stood in silence listening to the last post play and hearing the Soldier Ode, all thoughts were for those brave souls who gave so much for the freedom that we all enjoy today.

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Mr BJ Clarke National President of the RSA was present, and it gave me great pleasure to be able to hand over $3416 raised on the ride. The funds will be staying in Canterbury and used to support service personnel from all three branches of the armed forces. “Lest we forget” Also, the Widow Son’s under the name, Team Monkey Butt will be participating in The Southern Scooter Challenge this year. The Southern Scooter Challenge is a charity scooter ride from Bluff to Queenstown being held in September every two years. The event raises money for the Cancer Society and a local hospice. The plan this year is for Team Monkey Butt, a unique group of intrepid heroes to ride to and from the event on monkey bike’s, wearing Gorilla/Monkey costumes, oh yes almost forgot we’re starting in Christchurch and going to the event via Picton, Nelson and the west coast.

Here is the route and dates.

1 Sept Christchurch, Picton, Nelson 2 Sept Nelson, West Coast, Fox Glacier 3 Sept Fox Glacier, Roxburgh, Invercargill 4 Sept Invercargill to Bluff, The Southern Scooter Challenge to Queenstown 5 Sept Queenstown, Tekapo, Christchurch

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Yes that’s 2,500 kms in five days, on possibly the world’s most impractical bikes, (not to mention how the riders will be dressed during the trip).

We all accept that this will not be an easy journey however, its hoped that our effort will enable us to raise a significant amount of money for the Hospice and Cancer Society, and that any short-term suffering on our part will ease the burden of people affected by any form of Cancer.

Everyone knows someone who is suffering from this terrible disease, and it only takes a few small donations or even Lodge charitable contributions to make a real difference.

If you would like to donate to the team’s charity fund, please transfer your contribution to this account number: Kiwi Bank 02-0876-0001948-003 On behalf of Team Monkey Butt and the Widow Son’s South East Chapter, I would like to thank you for your support.

Central Division Charity Dinner a gold medal winner!

130 Freemasons and their partners enjoyed an evening of dinner, entertainment, auction and dance band all in aid of the Special Olympics at the Palmerston North Convention Centre.

This was on Friday 30th April with the Central Division Conference the next day.

The night raised $40,000 for the Special Olympics – closing ceremony,

which is for people with intellectual disabilities, and is happening in Hamilton from 8–12 December this year.

Fantastic effort and more on this in the coming weeks.

Freemasons support worthy organisations in Tauranga in a big way Lodge Te Papa No 316 had the unique privilege of distributing $33,000 to six different local charities. This was made possible through the generosity of one of the Lodge widows, who passed away earlier this year. She had the support of the Lodge over many years and requested that Lodge Te Papa manage the distribution to local charities. We also wish to thank The Freemasons Charity for their additional contribution to support this.

The first presentation of $5500 was to the TECT Rescue Helicopter. This was done onsite at their hanger due to them still being fully operational. It was a special opportunity to meet the wonderful people performing this service and get a feel for what their roles consist of.

Later we held a ceremony for the presentation in the Lodge Refectory which was fully

catered for the occasion. The following charities were the very worthy recipients of $5500 each to assist them with the fantastic work they do in the local community: Tauranga Alzheimers Society – For the fantastic work they do assisting those affected and families who deal with this sad and debilitating disease.

Heart Foundation – For the ongoing work they do in helping and educating

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about the largest cause of death in New Zealand.

Omanu Surf Life Saving Club – To help them maintain not only the safety of local beaches, but also the ongoing mentoring of young people.

St John – An organisation that is always there in times of need, as well as training and mentoring the next generation.

Stroke Foundation – Helping sufferers and families deal with the results of Stroke and the rehabilitation of stroke sufferers.

It really was an honour and a privilege for the members of the Lodge Te Papa No 316 to be able to assist so many extremely worthy charities especially in a single day of presentations. We look forward to continuing to offer Masonic support to such organisations in the future.

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Freemasons in action New Zealand’s Pacific Lodge Lodge Calliope No 252 was constituted in Apia, Samoa on 30th August 1923 under The Grand Lodge of New Zealand and will be celebrating its Centenary next year.

Lodge is going from strength to strength with our completing two Mason Master ceremonies and two Entered Apprentice Degrees in the last month or so. This also includes having my eldest son joining us, which is a proud moment for Dad, and our all new brothers are in their 30s and early 40s so our lodge is looking much younger. Great to see we have an over-flowing lodge with all seats occupied and a few extra chairs on the edges needed. Perhaps we stop any more recruitments as we have no free space on our Entered Apprentices benches. Lodge is in a great position going forward and there is interest in the community should we wish to extend our hand and further increase our brotherhood. Myself and fellow Master Masons enjoyed Greg Taylor doing his Master Mason ceremony last Saturday followed by a fellowship which overlapped with my belated birthday so a great time to fire up the BBQ and down

some beers. Brethren and their partners had an amazing time, perhaps to good a time with the party finally winding down at 4am. Charity work is also going well with our latest fundraiser for Mental Health bringing in over $16,000. And equally great was watching my fellow brothers enjoying our community outreach. Likely plan is for next fundraiser to be in June/July for education, though I’ll wait for our committee to confirm this.

On the horizon, I’m keen for your assistance with Freemasons New Zealand and their ongoing support to us. For the scholarship, we note with COVID-19 less students are travelling for University studies, so there is a large impact on our local university, perhaps this fund could

be made available to students studying in Samoa.

We are very keen to make this a success and show case Samoa to our New Zealand Brethren of our 100th Anniversary. Appreciate any assistance you can bring especially towards our compiling a history of Samoa and tracing down any articles or artefacts that New Zealand may be in possession of. Noted your talk on our possibly creating our own centennial jewel – appreciate any guidelines you may have on this. And of course we are most keen to have as many brethren from New Zealand, especially our Grand Master MWBro Graham Wrigley, as possible come join in our celebrations.

Administratively, we a getting our records up to date for Freemasons New Zealand and we be placing orders for regalia and resources soon.

Look forward to a Pacific bubble opening soon so we can all travel your way, and equally look forward to your visiting Samoa.

WBro David Main Master, Lodge Calliope No 252

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CENTRE & RIGHT A lodge social event and fundraiser for mental health in Samoa, with nearly 200 in attendance. The Lodge are taking up education as their next project.

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Masonic Car Stickers Masonic Car Stickers (transfers) are available from Lodge Whakatane No 198 for $1 plus postage and handling $1.50.

Contact ldg.whk198@gmail.com or 07 308 7901 A great way to ‘Speak Up, Step Up, Show Up’ for Freemasonry!

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Serving a local need Lodge Te Puni organises a variety show to fund bladder scanners On Wednesday 5th March members of Lodge Te Puni presented two bladder scanners Dedication of new Invercargill Freemasons Centre and OSM to the CEO of the Hutt Valley District Health Board. This was the result of a fundraising Our Grand Graham Lodges Wrigley of of Service to Masonry effort by theMaster combined the Hutt Valley.(OSM) for services It was lovely to have partners present for recently dedicated the new Invercargill to benevolence and charity in Southland. this public ceremony and at the enjoyaFreemasons Centre and took the oppor- Only up to 20 living Freemasons can be ble dinner afterwards. tunity to award Neil O'Rorke the Order given this award from the Grand Master.

W. Bro TR McKenzie, Master of Lodge Te Puni, with W. Bro Ray Keenan presenting Graham Dyer, Hutt Valley DHB CEO with one of the two portable bladder scanners, looking on is Pete Chandler Hutt Valley DHB COO. BELOW A bladder scanner.

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couple of Lodge members’ immediate family, who work for the DHB, had indicated that staff were fund raising for equipment that was in short supply for their Patients. The nurses of Mapu Unit and the Community Health Services had started selling cakes and undertaking other fundraising efforts to purchase a bladder scanner.

The members then brought the Units’ plight to the Lodges and a number of Brethren also indicated that they had been hospitalised recently and had to wait for the only scanner to become available for their treatment.

Lodge Te Puni decided to hold a Variety Show to raise funds to complete the purchase of at least one bladder scanner. WBro Ray Keenan approached many talented artists both within the

Craft and outside, including his very own successful singing son and his Group, ‘The Auzzie Boys.’ A plethora of acts was assembled, from juggling, dancing (ballroom, rock-n-roll, traditional Polish), musical acts and even the piping in of a Haggis with the traditional address. Audience participation was encouraged and, during intermission, food and drink was available for purchase.

Along with some very sought after prizes for raffles, the support for the show was outstanding. The money raised on the night was, with the help of The Freemasons Charity, able to purchase two bladder scanners valued at over $13,000.00 each.

As always it was a tight knit team, encompassing members of the Lodges from the Hutt Valley, wives and partners, and the nurses from the DHB that made this occasion the success it was. Thanks are due for the support of local businesses, individuals and the performers along with The Freemasons Charity for help in providing such necessary equipment for the health and wellbeing of the wider community.

WBro Mac McKenzie

Seize good photo opportunities, concentrate on ‘action’ not ‘satisfaction’, get names for captions, make notes. If media comes ensure that they are looked after and opportunities set up.

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Act quickly to spread the word, send press release and captioned high resolution photo, focussing on a newsworthy aspect to local media, district and divisional newsletter and NZ Freemason.

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Ensure someone is responsible for publicity, arrange for a photographer, plan photographs, involve recipients and find a hook that would interest local media.

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Freemasons in action Camp Purple 2021 An eloquent quote from one of our young Camp Purple Live attendees from 2021 reads “It’s not the disease that defines you, but you that defines the disease.” This ‘call to strength’ epitomises the value of Camp Purple Live; to find knowledge, unity, community and understanding following a diagnosis of the life long and life changing disease which is Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Camp Purple Live is an annual summer camp; free for the young attendees [aged between 9 and 17 years of age] who share a diagnosis of an Inflammatory Bowel Disease [IBD], namely Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis. IBD is a chronic health condition affecting the gastrointestinal tract. For most of the young campers, the chronic, unpredictable course of their disease has resulted in hospitalisations, invasive medical procedures, harsh drug regimens and, for some, major surgeries. Subsequently most of the young people will have experienced absences from school, their leisure activities and their peers which has implications for their wellbeing and quality of life. The delicate balance between managing their symptoms and being ‘controlled’ by their symptoms means that, for many, Camp Purple offers participants a unique opportunity to participate in the activities on offer.

Camp Purple offers an essential component for managing the psychosocial wellbeing of young people with IBD, including fostering social connections with those with both shared and differing experiences. This week-long camp, filled with fun activities offers young people with IBD opportunities to be themselves, safe in the knowledge that those around them ‘get them’. The young people can be confident knowing

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that there is plenty of medical knowledge surrounding them but having a great time is at the forefront of the many hours of planning that go into the week of activities.

Camp Purple demonstrates to young people with IBD, who have often missed out on school and community opportunities, that they too can participate in activities that can both challenge them and excite them. Consequently, this camp provides essential recreational experiences but also opportunities to develop life-long skills such as resilience, confidence, and social skills. In 2021, each group of campers had a session

with IBD Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Registered Psychologist (who has a diagnosis of IBD) to encourage the young people to educate themselves and freely ask questions about their disease.

This also provided a safe opportunity for young people to express their unique struggles of living with IBD and explore some of the difficult thoughts and feelings they have. Through this the campers were afforded the opportunity to see that they are not alone, gave them the opportunity to directly give and receive support, and learn from one another about coping strategies that they have developed.

Camp Purple – young people tell it like it is www.crohnsandcolitis.org.nz Two recent youth participants talk about I even got to hang out with them when I the importance of Camp Purple (sup- flew to Auckland. I can’t wait to go back ported by Freemasons throughout New and see them all again.” — George Zealand) to them.

“As a first time camper I was nervous and “When I flew up to Auckland I was very excited all at once. From the moment I nervous because I didn’t know anyone arrived I was made to feel welcome and or anyone with Crohn's like me. When I everyone was really friendly. Every day arrived I meet my group and the leaders was packed with different activities and and I was feeling a little better. Then the experiences like kayaking, raft building, fun began. We did lots of fun things, rock burma trail, rock climbing, flying fox and climbing, night trail , raft building, air much more. It was cool hanging out with rifles and a flying fox. The best thing of kids going thru similar stuff to me. The camp was making lots of new friends and team leaders were kind, cool and loads getting to hang out with others like me of fun. The disco at the end was awesome and the leaders , they were so much fun! and my certificate for ‘Kayak Running After camp I was sad to leave but have Champion’ is still on the fridge at home.” chatted to my new friends every day and — Jagger www.freemasonsnz.org

Through these experiences, this camp served to encourage young people to be an advocate for their own mental and physical health, breaking down any perceived barriers by increasing their confidence in interacting with medical professionals. Experiencing the medical team in an informal setting, separated from their ‘hospital’ environment [and in a voluntary capacity] shows the camp attendees that their medical teams cares about their ‘whole person’ and recognises that there is a holistic approach needed for addressing all of the wide-reaching aspects of this disease. If this takes the medical team dressing in costume, telling jokes, getting ‘soaked’ in a water-balloon fight, being dunked by their patients in the water tank or showing their best

‘moves’ on the dance floor, then that is what they will do.

At Camp Purple Live health is viewed in a very holistic and ecological way, recognising that caring for a child with IBD can be a stressful and anxious experience for many families. It is vital to support the immediate and, sometimes, extended family and whānau and so care is extended beyond meeting the individual needs of young people. Seminars and workshops for caregivers are held alongside the camp to provide parents and carers with information and the opportunity for them to connect and develop their own supportive community.

Camp Purple Live is run by Crohn’s and Colitis New Zealand Charitable Trust with the support of charitable

grants, personal donations, and generous financial contributions from organisations such as the Freemasons. Without this support, Camp Purple would not happen. Our disease is on the increase in New Zealand and campaigns such as ‘I Can’t Wait’ has brought public and commercial attention to the very real daily challenges faced by people with IBD. By organisations, such as the Freemasons, supporting Camp Purple, our young people with IBD can make life-long memories and practice essential life skills to support them through both their Camp Purple years and beyond, into adulthood.

Hollie Asprey Registered Psychologist

The story of a girl with a little bit extra The film Poppy as a fundraiser for the Special Olympics St. Andrew Kilwinning Lodge No. 79 sold 230 tickets to this event, and required two theatres. With a subsidy from The Freemasons Charity, the total raised should be somewhere between $6000 and $7000. A great effort for the Special Olympics!

Libby Hunsdale

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Freemasons University Scholarship Presentations Thursday 6 May 2021 Grand Master’s welcome Tēnā koutou, Tēnā koutou, Tēnā koutou National Office staff, and many of our katoa local brethren. Your attendance and support today are appreciated.

Good morning, and a warm welcome I am sure, that for many of our to our college of Freemasons’ Scholars 2021 recipients, your first contact or for 2021. I also welcome the Ladies, knowledge of Freemasonry came when our Guests and our Brethren to Te you became aware of the Freemasons Whanganui-a-Tara – Wellington our Scholarship programme as you were capital city. planning your future studies. Perhaps My personal appreciation goes to many others here today may be similarly Greg O’Connor, Member of Parliament unaware of exactly what Freemasonry is for Ohariu, and we thank you most sinabout, or how we fit into such activities cerely for once again kindly hosting the as a scholarship programme such as this.

Freemasons Scholarship presentations.

We are delighted to return to For these university scholarships, Parliament’s Legislative Council this is our 43rd year. We are Chamber and the Grand Hall once again. recognised as New Zealand’s It is a truly fitting venue for the presentalargest such privately funded tions, particularly as last year we were programme, and have awarded not physically able to get together due to the COVID-19 lockdowns, and therefore around $5.7 million to about 1246 top scholars over the past we had no formal presentations.

I also welcome our guest speaker, Dr four decades.

Lance O’Sullivan, author, public speaker, Although Freemasonry as we know it and public health advocate. Thank you has been in existence for over 300 years, for joining with us today and we look historically it can be traced back to the forward to your presentation shortly. twelfth century where the foundations I would also like to acknowledge have always been based around commuthe attendance here today of several nities, compassion, and families. This has Past Grand Masters of Freemasons not changed in the modern world where New Zealand, the various Chairs of the all Grand Lodges throughout the world Scholarship Selection Committees, our 22

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continue to engage with worthwhile projects that make a difference.

Our Grand Lodge of New Zealand was constituted in 1890 although early records show that Lodges here can be traced back to 1837 but operating under allegiance to either the Grand Lodge of England, Scotland, or Ireland.

In our proud history, we have several famous Freemasons, some of whom will have graced these parliamentary buildings. One of the early Grand Masters was the Rt Hon R J Seddon who was the Prime Minister of New Zealand

from 1893 to 1906. Subsequent Prime Ministers Rt Hon William Massey, and Rt Hon Sir Keith Holyoake also served as Grand Masters along with several of our early Governor Generals.

The foundations laid by our early forbears set the course for our strong future where we now have over 200 Lodges throughout New Zealand and about 5,500 Brethren. Whilst our heydays of the years following World War two saw our membership reach a peak, today we continue to grow through a newfound interest in the work that we do.

Let me take this moment to talk about some of the major activities and programmes that we fund in addition to these University Scholarships.

Through the Auckland Medical School and the University of Auckland, we are one of the major funders of the Centre for Brain Research which is committed to world-class research on the brain, in health and disease. This includes basic biomedical sciences to clinical research, where the Centre is a multidisciplinary partnership between scientists, clinicians, and the community.

Here in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, we are now in our third year of support to the Malaghan Institute who are currently working on CAR T-cell research for the treatment of blood cancers with promising results.

We have also been in partnership with the Royal Society Te Aparangi on a programme called ‘Powering Potential’ for 50 young students in their final year before heading to University for new studies. This three-day programme has

certainly been the steppingstone for many of our young scholars.

Our third large funding programme is with the Otago Medical School where the focus is on Child Health through several Fellowships for research in paediatrics.

Whilst these are all flagship programmes, many of our Lodges and Charitable Trusts, including our own Freemasons Charity, are working on significant programmes at a local level, and if you look hard enough you can see our ‘square and compasses’ on the side of rescue helicopters, some surf lifesaving and coastguard boats, and with support to organisations such as Birthright, Big Buddy, Camp Purple and Camp Quality, Foodbanks, and many others to name but a few.

Much of the work that we as Free­ masons undertake often goes unnoticed in the media and sometimes at a local level. For me, I regard these activities as the ‘best kept secrets of Freemasonry’ whereas many people become focused or obsessed on secret handshakes and a few unfounded conspiracies. It has been estimated that the charitable activities of Freemasons, through all Charities and Trusts, is in the range of $10–12 million per year.

We now encourage our masonic family, members and their partners, to be more open, to talk to the public about Freemasonry, to communicate the values we promote and to communicate the charitable work we do. The so-called secrets are only a very small part of our ceremonial work and has little relevance outside of that ceremony. It is no more

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TOP Dr Lance O’Sullivan, guest speaker.

ABOVE MP Greg O’Connor, our host.

than a mode of recognition and an obligation of trust and confidence.

Recently, we had the opportunity to open our doors to the wider public with a four-minute slot on Seven Sharp. This has seen positive feedback and a healthy interest in what we do.

Shortly, and hopefully within the next two weeks, we will be announcing a new major project of support to the 2021 Special Olympics that will further engages us with a truly worthwhile cause.

This will also see Kiwi’s with intellectual disabilities engaged in local and national communities, but more is yet to come, so watch this space.

Freemasons today promotes enlightenment and education. We encourage research into the liberal arts and science.

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education we become more compassionate people and the world becomes a safer and more civilised environment for us our children and our families.

To the College of Freemasons Scholars of 2021, I extend my personal

congratulations and best wishes for your future careers. Each of your stories was inspiring and it is clear you are all deserving recipients of our scholarships.

I ask that you do not forget the debt you owe to your native country nor to the

community in which you developed. You each have undoubted talents, and properly applied you can make a difference – you can help make our community to be more tolerant, more compassionate and more understanding of different views, cultures, and opinions. Please also stay in touch with us so that we can share your future.

To the parents, families and whanau of the scholars – what a delight it is to have you share this special day in these historic surroundings and to share the wonderful achievements of your children and siblings.

Please enjoy the presentations and photo opportunities as they arise today.

At the conclusion, please also join us for a light lunch and conversations.

Thank you.

MWBro Graham Wrigley Grand Master

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ood afternoon Grand Master Graham Wrigley, other Freemasons from throughout New Zealand, distinguished guests, fellow scholars, ladies and gentlemen.

What an honour it is to stand here today as one of the recipients of the Freemasons University Scholarships.

On behalf of the 2021 scholars, I would like to extend a sincere thank you to The Freemasons Charity for your generosity and support towards our goals and dreams.

These scholarships are not solely based on our academic commitments and achievements. They’re also based on the contributions we make in our local communities and to the wider world. It’s no secret that we’re experiencing a time of low community involvement. We see this lack of engagement in community groups, volunteer agencies and sports clubs. Even where membership remains healthy, competing priorities prevent some people from donating their time to grow community-focused groups, agencies or clubs.

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pool. Rarely do we have the neighbours over for a barbecue or to help paint a fence. Rather, the use of online platforms to engage socially continues at pace.

Over the last twelve months we’ve also faced the reality that we can’t take social connection for granted. Some communities have even experienced social harm — yet our country has luckily faced fewer lockdowns than most other countries. This past year we saw neighbours connect in ways they hadn’t considered before. We saw people share flour, puzzles and beer bread recipes. We saw people head out for walks in their local area — whether to stretch their legs, exercise their dog, or participate in the nationwide teddy-bear hunt.

People are hardwired to interact with other people. We need to connect with our community. Studies have highlighted that we reduce our stress levels, improve our sleep, increase our mental health and even strengthen our immunity if we stay engaged with our social networks and our community. For these reasons, it would be a shame to take our foot off the throttle now and let such connections and opportunities fade from view.

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respective communities, and the wide variety of studies they’re undertaking, I feel encouraged and hopeful for the future.

So, let us continue to put our hand up to help, go the extra mile, spread the word, and get stuck in. And let us encourage others to join us along life’s journey for the betterment of our community, our society and ourselves.

Colleen Pavlovich

The college of scholars Auckland University of Technology A postgraduate university scholarship to Jack Vasey, studying towards a Master of Science in Microbiology at the Auckland University of Technology. Jack’s thesis is to characterise pigmentation in a novel species of a genus of bacteria from the Namib Desert. Commonly found in soil, its pigment grows bright pink. One research aim is to better understand how bacterial communities continue to survive in extreme environments. Upscaled pigment production might also benefit human health. Jack’s future research is in molecular biology, clinical microbiology, or genomics.

A university scholarship to Kelly Luo, studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at the Auckland University of Technology, majoring in software engineering. Kelly is motivated by using a team’s diversity to drive innovation in novel ways. This year,

she is President of AUT STEM Women.

Kelly intends to do postgraduate studies in User Interface and User Experience Design. Fluent in English, Cantonese

and Mandarin, Kelly hopes to use her communication skills to work with teams solving practical problems for clients and companies.

better understand how sexual abuse impacts family relationships. Nicola also wishes to create a not-for-profit group to deliver positive experiences to people navigating the mental health system, and to help improve that system.

A university scholarship to William Cook, studying towards a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at

the University of Auckland. William has a strong interest in multiple specialties, including neurosurgery and ophthalmology. He hopes to work in academic surgery, where clinical practice and research meet. He also wants to help young people in locations where adult surgical services often fail to meet their needs.

William is also a keen athlete.

A university scholarship to Euan Lindsay, studying towards a conjoint Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Auckland, majoring in Mathematics and Economics. Euan is interested in digital learning and visualising mathematical concepts. He intends to pursue a career in mathematics education, either teaching or working in an organisation like the Ministry of Education. Euan also plays guitar and sings at folk music clubs.

A university scholarship to Maria Rabino-Neira, studying towards a Master of Conflict and Terrorism Studies at the University of Auckland. Her thesis explores counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency in Afghanistan. Maria is an experienced international humanitarian lawyer who has helped the UN

University of Auckland A postgraduate university scholarship to Nicola Harrison, studying towards a PhD in at the University of Auckland.

Nicola is researching the experiences of Māori survivors of Familial Childhood Sexual Abuse. Her research will benefit survivors and their whānau, charities, and government-funded support agencies — indeed, anyone who wants to

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Mission in Colombia with peacebuilding. She plans to do doctoral research in politics and international relations.

Ultimately, she hopes to help resolve conflicts and protect people in armed conflicts. Maria volunteers with the Red Cross as an International Humanitarian Law Assistant.

University of Waikato A postgraduate university scholarship to Tekiteora Rolleston-Gabel, studying towards a Master of Science at the University of Waikato, majoring in Ecology and Biodiversity. A research project will discover more about the health of tuatua and ways to manage this shellfish species. Her future research plans focus on the relationship between science, mātauranga Māori, and the environment. She is passionate about caring for New Zealand’s environment for future generations. She has given school talks in Māori and English, and is a Waka Ama paddler and coach.

A university scholarship to Daniel Cossey, studying towards a Bachelor of Science (Technology) at the University of Waikato, double majoring in both Molecular and Cellular Biology and Ecology and Biodiversity. Daniel hopes to combine his interests in biochemistry, molecular biology and ecology to help conserve endangered species. He has worked on a project involving assisted reproductive technology and volunteered on conservation projects in Vietnam.

Daniel competes in Taekwon-Do, and umpires and coaches the martial art.

A university scholarship to Ales­ san­dra Mac­donald, studying towards a Bachelor of Science at the University of Waikato, majoring in Computer Science. Integrity and ethics in computer science fascinate her and she intends to take a person-centred approach in her work. She enjoys web development and programming, and has mastered many computer languages. An impressive athlete, Alessandra has won many age group national medals in athletics, including hurdles, triple jump, and the heptathlon.

A university scholarship to Simon Winship, studying towards a Bachelor of Science at the University of Waikato, majoring in Chemistry, and minoring in Biochemistry and Japanese. Simon aims 26

to do a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology, and may become a university lecturer. His research will focus on pharmaceuticals in biochemistry, particularly methods to design personalised drugs. Simon has gained significant music awards. He plays several instruments in brass bands, accompanies soloists, tutors players, composes music, and is even a music librarian.

Massey University A postgraduate university scholarship to Hazel Buckingham, studying towards a Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University. Her thesis explores how frontline services respond to people experiencing mental health crises and family violence. She is also researching domestic violence to help services respond effectively. Hazel plans to complete a PhD in Psychology. Hazel is a sexual violence prevention facilitator and has volunteered in frontline support roles. She hopes to help create ethical, www.freemasonsnz.org

non-violent communities. She is also involved in community theatre.

A university scholarship to Netra Ghimire, studying towards a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise at Massey University, majoring in Sport Development. Sport appeals to him because it engages people and benefits communities, and because the governance of sport and non-profit organisations is similar. Netra aspires to work for the United Nations, using sport as a tool for positive change. He also hopes to create an after-school programme to help children stay physically active, and to help preserve ethnic communities.

A university scholarship to Megan Joy, studying towards a Bachelor of Veterinary Science at Massey University.

Passionate about caring for wildlife, Megan intends to do a Master of Veterinary Studies, focusing on conservation veterinary medicine. She hopes to intern or do her residency at a wildlife-specific hospital before becoming a wildlife veterinarian in conservation teams. Megan volunteers on wildlife and

conservation programmes. She has also played the flute and saxophone in many bands and a local orchestra.

A university scholarship to Colleen Pavlovich, studying towards a Bachelor of Nursing at Massey University. Colleen plans to undertake a Master of Nursing and then a registered nurse. She may work in paediatrics and later develop policy. Colleen was a medic in the New Zealand Defence Force for nine years, including overseas. She has received many service medals. Colleen is a first aid tutor for St John, and provides medical training to fire crews in the Manawatū, Rangitikei and Hawke’s Bay.

Victoria University of Wellington A postgraduate university scholarship to Claire Marsh, studying towards a PhD in Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington. Her doctoral project is Fading Affect Bias, in which emotions associated with negative memories fade faster than emotions associated with positive memories. Claire intends to complete her Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology and then work as a clinical psychologist in a District Health Board or other community organisation.

Claire volunteers with Trade Aid and Meals on Wheels, and has volunteered with the Wellington Boys’ and Girls’ Institute.

A university scholarship to Jacob Barrett, studying towards a conjoint Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Music degree at Victoria University of Wellington, majoring in Marketing and Instrumental/Vocal Composition. Jacob plans to do an Honours in classical composition and then further study before working as a composer or in the music industry. Jacob has won national prizes for his compositions. He was a long-time member of Scouts, and holds a black belt in karate, which he teaches.

A university scholarship to Benjamin Murdoch, studying towards a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Commerce at Victoria University of Wellington, majoring in Development Studies and Cultural Anthropology, and in Management.

Ben is applying geography and cultural anthropology to understand people and place. He hopes to establish a consulting

cooperative that designs and implements development projects with a focus on sustainability and social impact. Ben believes his grandfather’s value of care as a Freemason is reflected in his own desire to make change for the better.

A university scholarship to Demelza Robinson, studying towards a Bachelor of Science (Honours) at Victoria University of Wellington, majoring in Computer Science. She also holds a Bachelor of Biomedical Science majoring in Molecular Pathology and Human Genetics. Her interdisciplinary Honours project uses machine learning techniques to assess horticultural products.

She is also studying computer science, biomedicine, and computational statistics. Demelza’s next steps are a PhD and a career in bioinformatics, possibly focusing on cancer research.

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Lincoln University A postgraduate university scholarship to Kate Curtis, studying towards a PhD at Lincoln University, with a focus on the taxonomy of Salticidae — better known as jumping spiders. She is helping to describe a new genus and up to twenty species. Kate sees three career options.

She might control biosecurity risks at the border, curate spider collections in a museum, or work in a university as a lab technician or lecturer. Kate takes her collection of spiders and other insects into schools where she talks about spider diversity and their importance in the ecosystem.

A university scholarship to Hamish Dunbar, studying towards a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Honours) at Lincoln University. He is focusing his Honours year on plant science and crop

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management, and especially things that affect wheat growth and development.

He may pursue a career in agronomy, the science and technology of producing and using plants for food, fuel, fibre, recreation, and land restoration. Hamish’s goal is owning land to farm, and he already helps on farms during university breaks.

University of Canterbury A postgraduate university scholarship to Hannah Watkinson, studying towards a Master of Fine Arts at the University of Canterbury. She is building a photographic and text record of the socio-economic landscape of the Westport area. Her work illuminates different perspectives. Her focus is on coal and gold mining, cement production, rail, climate, politics and people. Hannah plans to do a PhD in Creative Arts, documenting a new mine and its effect on the environment and the historic mining town of Waiuta. Hannah sits on boards, manages a collaborative arts space, and organises exhibitions.

A university scholarship to Jennifer Berry, studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Canterbury, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. She sees aerospace or energy production as possible careers

because they let her analyse innovation and responsiveness to global challenges.

Jennifer is committed to promoting sustainable uses of energy and technology. She aspires to help with the balance between exploring the world and protecting it. Jennifer also seeks to empower women to enter STEM fields.

A university scholarship to Juliet Robertson, studying towards a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Canterbury, majoring in Supply Chain Management and Marketing. Juliet may undertake a Master of Commerce and hopes to work for an organisation that aims to improve environmental awareness and sustainability. She may become a business analyst. Juliet plays korfball at

the national level. She is also a manager, referee, coach, captain, and mentor of youth players.

A university scholarship to Francesca Zhang, studying towards a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Canterbury, double majoring in Political Science and International Relations, and in Economics. She aims to do a Master of public policy or political economy, to help prepare her for policy work. One future career is in the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, supporting the global advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Francesca is a mentor at the university, and the equity officer for the debating society.

how oxygen is added or removed from proteins during cell-to-cell communication. Megan already holds a first-class Honours in molecular biotechnology,

and a Bachelor of Applied Science. She hopes to secure a postdoctoral position at the Office of Cancer Genomics at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in New York.

Then she aspires to return to academia to research cancer and cell signalling while inspiring future scientists.

A university scholarship to Gemma Ballantyne, studying towards a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of Otago.

After graduating, she intends to work in a hospital while completing postgraduate study. Then she may research how to improve health and disability care.

Pharmacy appeals to her because of its combined focus on chemistry, biology, and people. Gemma has volunteered in an impressive range of roles with organisations like the Red Cross and St John Ambulance.

A university scholarship to Joshua Furjes-Crawshaw, studying towards

University of Otago A postgraduate university scholarship to Megan Taylor, studying towards a PhD in Biochemistry at the University of Otago. Her doctoral thesis studies

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a Bachelor of Science with Honours at the University of Otago, majoring in Sport, Exercise and Health. He intends to undertake a Master’s degree. Joshua’s passion is to help people become and stay physically active through sport.

This leads him to consider three possible careers — schoolteacher, sports coach,

or work in the sporting/health sector.

Joshua also wishes to become a positive mentor for, at-risk youth.

A university scholarship to Valerie Houkamau, studying towards a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Otago. Valerie is in her sixth and final year, and aims to become

a qualified lawyer by mid-2022. Her whānau’s sacrifice, aroha, and manaakitanga have enabled her success. Some interests are sport, kapa haka, and playing the guitar. Valerie encourages young people to aim high, make mistakes, learn from those mistakes, consider the ‘why’ in actions, and find balance in life.

Lawson-Smith Freemasons Education Trust This year three students are receiving scholarships from The Lawson-Smith Freemasons Education Trust. This Trust provides scholarships to students in their fourth or final year of a Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree.

veterinarians to improve mental health in the industry. Dressage and ultimate frisbee are two of Mihi’s favourite sports.

A Lawson-Smith Freemasons Education Trust scholarship to Devin Suffield, who is studying for a Bachelor of Veterinary Science at Massey A Lawson-Smith Freemasons Edu­ University. Devin’s goal is to become a cation Trust scholarship to Ella Poolespecialist in either companion animal Crowe, who is studying for a Bachelor of Veterinary Science at Massey University.

Ella is excited to become a veterinarian who can incorporate the qualities of leadership and compassion to help sick animals. She is also passionate about helping fellow students gain the tools to lead positive, healthy lives as veterinarians. Show jumping and hockey are two of Ella’s favourite sports.

A Lawson-Smith Freemasons Edu­ca­tion Trust scholarship to Mihi Shepherd, who is studying for a Bachelor of Veterinary Science at Massey University. Mihi wishes to pursue a career in Small Animal Internal Medicine, to combine her love for intricate detail with animal welfare and medicine. After gaining experience as a veterinarian, Mihi hopes to mentor newly graduated

or equine veterinary medicine. In her placements, Devin has worked alongside farmers, horse trainers, zoo keepers and veterinarians. She wishes to help clients with their pets, or help people in the equine industry meet their breeding and training goals. Mihi enjoys exercising her horses, hiking, playing squash and wake-boarding.

Some of the students’ families with the Grand Master in the Grand Hall of Parliament.

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Riding Returns

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f you are an avid reader of the charity articles, then bells will likely when any mention of Riding for the Disabled comes to the fore.

Let’s have a quick primer. Riding for the Disabled, or RDA, is a New Zealand organisation with a unique service. RDA gives children the opportunity to engage with horses in a myriad of different ways. But, as you might expect, the crux of the experience is riding a horse, and through this, learning a great deal on the way.

Taken from the proverbial horse’s mouth: “RDA is all about providing goal-based riding activities that increase the ability, strength and confidence of people with physical, intellectual, emotional and social challenges. Our focus is to make a positive difference. Our vision is to reach more riders and change more lives.”

Just as important as the horses involved are the instructors. This is why Lodge Awatere has taken the

initiative to fund RDA instructors with new clothing and boots, to assist them in the assistance of others.

“This clothing and boots will update equipment required for the RDA instructors and make it easier for them to carry out their duties safely and in a timely manner.”

The total donation including subsidy from the Freemasons Charity is $1,156.

The funds from Lodge Awatere were raised through a pre Christmas charity dinner.

Jeff Elston, the Southern Divisional Grand Almoner commented: “Very happy to support the RDA by supplementing the costs of equipment for the Instructors. The lodge has made an effort during these tough times and help to the community is a welcome sight amid the low point of the COVID-19 epidemic.”

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eukemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand is an organisation committed to improving the quality of life for patients and their families living with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and related blood conditions. The core services are patient support, research, information, awareness, and advocacy. It is 100% funded through charity.

A significant event for Leukemia and Blood Cancer NZ is the Fire Fighters Challenge. A fundraising event centred on a simple premise.

Scaling the Auckland Skytower steps.

This is where we meet the subject of this story: VWBro David Piper.

This year was his third successive participation in the event and fifth overall. Carrying 25kg of fire-fighting

equipment, David scaled the 1,103 steps which made up 51 stories or 328 metres. All in all it took David 17 minutes to complete.

A valiant effort on all accords, yet David managed to leverage his efforts for good, and raised $5000 Leukemia and Blood Cancer NZ. The donations came from individual Masons, Lodges, and The Freemasons Charity.

David himself is a member of Squad 51, a small group of non-firefighters given special permission to participate in the Firefighter Sky Tower Stair Challenge.

On the day, the event raised $1.3 million dollars, a fantastic outcome for all involved.

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Heartland Bank Freemasons Scholarship Every year Heartland Bank provides three Divisional Scholarships for the children, grandchildren or those with a masonic connection of $6000 each as part of their relationship with the Freemasons Deposit Scheme. These Scholarships reopen on 1 October 2021.

he Freemasons Deposit Jack Clerke Mya Haggett invest in New Zealand Southern Division recipient Northern Division recipient Jack with Andrew Wilson.

Mya with Brett Hewson.

Jack completed his NCEA studies with Mya is based in Hamilton, where she atendorsement at Deposit Queen tended Hillcrest High School. Achieving d to an beexcellence the Freemasons Scheme partner.

Charlotte College. His areas of study NCEA 1–3, she garnered university English, biology, chemis-history entranceofwith the intention of further 1875,were Heartland Bank calculus, has a proud providing try, and physics. studies. ed businesses andjack farmers with financial solutions to badminton, help Impressively was simultaneously Mya is keen on cricket, dux and head boy in his final year. and hockey. When it comes to commuFor his community efforts, Jack pur- nity involvement she immersed herself sued andvalues, completed each of theBank three isinworking a local op-shop, lt on shared Heartland with taking on an array of levels for the Duke of Edinburgh award. responsibilities to assist in its day-to-day support the Craft in local communities, while providing To achieve the bronze through to gold successes.

Mya also involved herself as a awards for the Duke of Edinburgh, once vote counter in the 2020 election. s with competitive interest rates on their deposits. must apply themselves in a myriad of Since completing her schooling, Mya ways.contact Throughout his efforts Jackrepresentative initiat- has aligned rements, a dedicated onherself with further study in ed a beach clean-up, created audiobooks the field of medicine. She has been ac7 33 62) or email freemasons@heartland.co.nz. to assist younger students who struggle cepted to the 2021 cohort for health sciwith reading, and did a great deal of edu- ence. The overarching goal of her efforts cation and peer support during his time will be to qualify as a doctor, from here, as head boy. she feels well placed to contribute to her Jack is also a skilled photographer, and local community through healthcare. has lent his efforts to the community, in particular, has taken photos at the Picton Maritime Festival for two years, and helped the local Picton Yachting Club by filming drone footage for a promotional video.

Jack is poised to further his academic excellence in the field health. He is ter of and does not guarantee theof obligations of Heartland Bank Limited in relation to enrolled at Otago to study healthFact scienck’s current Disclosure Statement, Product Sheets and Account and Service General es, aiming to complete a Bachelor(0508 of 37 33 62). artland.co.nz or by calling 0508 FREEMASONS Medicine, then seeking to serve as a rural GP or paediatrician.

Jack will use this scholarship to help fund the costs of his studies moving forward.

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Tristan with Andrew Ford.

Tristan Cherrill Central Division recipient Tristan attended Paraparaumu College, he achieved NCEA levels one through to three with excellence. His subjects where Physics, English, Chemistry, Biology and Calculus. Despite a full academic plate, he also took time to involve himself in local community. As a keen violinist, he played in an array of settings. These include retirement villages, orchestras, youth church, and ANZAC day parades.

Tristan also involved himself in many charitable endeavours, including: Woman’s Refugee fundraising Fiji mission fundraising World Vision 40 hour famine fund raising Cancer society fundraising, including daffodil collection Mary Potter fundraising Acting as a Rotary ambassador and presenter Tristan also fundraised for a charity called Musequality, a programme teaching children valuable life lessons through music.

Tristan’s great Grandfathers were both Freemasons – no doubt community orientated service runs in the family tree.

Tristan aims to begin studies in health science, then on to medical science, with the intention to eventually pursue a PHO in medicine.

Free Masonic Lodge Music There are many lodges today in New Zealand that are missing a delight. That delight is Masonic Music. All that can change dramatically for your lodge in a few easy steps. You are now able to have a diversity of FREE Masonic music. Music to suit all Masonic tastes is available. Starting with the Alex Thompson Bagpipe, David White and Bill Grubb Collections, through to Past Grand Organist VW Bro Brian Crone and well known Herald, VW Bro James Morton (skillfully recorded by W Bro Ian Barron) Collection.

Yes, you may say, it's all been done ten times before. Vinyl, Tape cassettes and CDs have been tried but often found most difficult to use well. Modern technology has now been adapted through the use of iPads and Bluetooths! But, oh dear me, how is such high fallutin' stuff going to work in a lodge with members who are getting on in years? Age is no barrier. Proof. The seeds of this initiative were set down by a brother in his 80s, RW Bro. Peter Aspden and used by that brother in its final form.

W.Bro. Peter Charles Howie, Past Master of Lodge Howick No 314 and Lodge Organist, has developed a system to provide music to lodges throughout New Zealand, Australia, UK and US. In a nutshell there are three steps to secure high quality Masonic Music for your rituals.

Simply.....

Step 1. Get yourself an iPad. Yes, a newish one is preferable. Purchase a $20 app. ‘SoundCue’.

Step 2. Get a good heavy Bluetooth Speaker. Bluetooth is a wire-less way for the speaker to get the music. Bluetooth is built into the iPad. Recommended Speaker is the Braven XXL/2 from Harvey Norman.

Step 3. Get the music files, by downloading into the iPad, from the "Cloud" owned by Bro. Peter.

Yes, there are many ways to skin cats. If the lodge has a quality amplifier system already, it is only necessary to purchase a Bluetooth receiver for the wire-less hookup. From China, this could cost about $10.

Yes, some minor technical skill is required. Often there are many lodge members who know their way around iPads. Certainly many younger members use them constantly.Yes, Music files are

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from Bro. Peter. sometimes expensive. In this case NO. The music is available for Acknowledgement should be given to all the various artists and support organizations.

Bro. Peter will freely supply technical assistance. It only takes an email.

This new Masonic Music Method is being taken up rapidly throughout the country. Don't be the last to ask!

SPEAK UP for your Masonic Music Method.

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The Masonic Villages Trust Chair delights in awarding scholarships As the Chair of The Masonic Villages Trust, each day brings unique and rewarding challenges for Marie Gillies. Marie has been involved with Freemasonry for many years, and in many different capacities, but there is one task she feels especially privileged to perform – to select a winner who will receive a life-changing Heartland Bank Freemasons scholarship.

Three scholarships, worth $6,000, are awarded annually to high school leavers going on to tertiary study. One scholarship is awarded in each Division, and each applicant must have a connection to Freemasonry.

As a resident of the central region, Marie selects one applicant from either the northern or southern Division.

The awards are announced and presented at the Freemasons’ Divisional Conferences.

Awarding scholarships is rewarding for Marie because she can see how much they benefit the recipients.

“The additional scholarship often means financial relief for these students, and in some cases, it means not having to find part time employment.”

New villas open at Edale Five new villas have been opened at Edale Masonic Village in Marton and their new residents have moved in.

When she first started doing this work, she would receive 20 or more applications for the Division she was assessing.

“In the last couple of years, the numbers have been much lower, but whatever the number, the task is never easy. Without fail applicants sell themselves very well and I remain absolutely impressed by what these young people have achieved.”

One of this year’s applicants was even going on to study Stone Masonry! Marie says. “I did award him a scholarship, but it was based on the excellence of his application and his achievements.”

Marie considers it a privilege and a pleasure to continue her family’s long connection to Freemasonry in this way.

“Most importantly, though, the yearly process reinforces for me, the fact that there are excellent and amazing young people out there who have already achieved much during their years in school and who will go on to be great New Zealanders of the future.”

Each new unit has two bedrooms and operates under a license to occupy agreement. Before the build, Edale was home to 18 residents - this number has now increased to 28.

This expansion and development is especially important because New Zealand has an ageing population. By 2036, it’s projected that almost one in four New Zealanders will be aged over 65. That’s more than 1.2 million people.

Edale Manager, Anthea Kingi, is seeing this trend playing out, stating there is absolutely growing demand for retirement living.

Work on the new build project took more than 18 months.

“It is a fantastic addition to the complex in Marton.

We have waited a long time for the villas to go up on the empty sections and we are very proud of the progress that has been made since merging with The Masonic Villages Trust.”

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May celebrates special birthday There were big celebrations in Marton recently as May Donald marked her 107th birthday. May celebrated her birthday with family and fellow residents at the Edale Care Home.

Edale hosted a roast lamb lunch in May’s honour and then surprised her with high tea, birthday cake, and singing.

Those who could not be there sent cards and bouquets of flowers. May was also looking forward to a special visitor that weekend. Her great-great-greatgrandson, born last year.

May still enjoys card games and puzzles, although she has had to give up knitting in recent years.

Born May Signal in Patea in 1914, she was the third of six children. Her grandfather, Robert Signal, was one of Marton’s earliest European settlers.

When asked about her secret to a long life, May smiles and cheekily comments “I have no idea”.

At 107, May is now the fifth oldest person in New Zealand.

Edale Manager, Anthea Kingi, describes May as quiet and extremely active, both mentally and physically.

“May is a loyal reader of the Whanganui Chronicle.

She gets up and reads the paper every morning and

New Village gets new manager

May married Harold Donald in 1933 and his job with the railways moved the family all over the central North Island, before they finally settled in Marton in 1942.

The couple welcomed five children and now have too many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and greatgreat-grandchildren to count.

“I feel really honoured I get to work so closely with them. It’s such a pleasure getting to know them all, and it means the world to me when I can make things go smoothly for them and see them enjoying their home and Village community.”

The Wainuiomata Masonic Village is happy to welcome Esther King as the new manager.

A love for the Wainuiomata community and a desire to serve attracted Esther to this role. She was especially keen to support Wainuiomata’s seniors and she credits The Masonic Villages Trust for creating such a wonderful place to work and live.

“I really admire the values-driven approach of The Masonic Villages Trust, which puts people first and is focused on strengthening communities. It’s very special being part of the team and working together to deliver this much-needed retirement option for our Wainuiomata community.”

has done so for at least 50 years. She always comes down to the dining room to join everyone for meals and makes a conscious effort to get up and move about every day. She has a use it or lose it mentality.”

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Esther has always been drawn to jobs with a community service focus. Before this role she worked for more than five years with Love Wainuiomata, as their Make Stuff Happen champion.

Esther lives in Wainuiomata with her husband and two children and describes herself as a proud local.

“When I’m not at the Village I love spending time with my family, heading out on walks and exploring the region, or staying home and doing puzzles and board games together.”

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Wainuiomata is a vibrant, caring community of 20,000+ people set in a stunning valley in Lower Hutt.

Esther says it’s been so important for the community to have this Village developed here in the valley, so people don’t have to move away, but can stay and enjoy their retirement connected with their community.

Her favourite part of the job is spending time with the residents. “For me, that’s the best part of everyday.

Our residents are awesome.

The Masonic Villages Trust l Head office: Level 6, 15 Daly Street l Lower Hutt 5010 New Zealand l Tel +64 4 569 8512 l www.masonicvillages.co.nz warick.dunn@masonicvillages.co.nz

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The Philippines Filipino Freemasons have been a welcome addition to the fabric of Freemasonry in New Zealand. It is therefore worthwhile to give a brief introduction to the Philippines.

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he Republic of the Philippines is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia, situated in the western Pacific Ocean. It consists of about 7,641 islands that are broadly categorized under three main geographical divisions from north to south, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

The capital city of the Philippines is Manila and the most populous city is Quezon City, both within the urban area of Metro Manila.

Bounded by the South China Sea to the west, the Philippine Sea to the east,

America. The President of the Philippines works as the head of state, the head of government, and the commander in chief of the Military and the armed forces. The president is elected by voting just as in America except by popular vote as there is no electoral voting. He stays as the president for 6 years. He is the leader of the cabinet.

Population is around 105 million people. The Negritos live in the mountains of Luzon and Visayas. Luzon has many mestizo people, a Spanish term for

converting most of the native people to the Catholic religion.

When the United States colonized the islands in 1898, the Americans brought with them their own culture, which has the strongest influence up to now.

This makes the Philippines the most Westernised country in eastern Asia.

The Spanish culture in the Philippines is not directly from Spain but from

and the Celebes Sea to the southwest, the Philippines shares maritime borders with Taiwan to the north, Japan to the northeast, Palau to the east, Indonesia to the south, Malaysia and Brunei to the southwest, Vietnam to the west, and China to the northwest.

The Philippines’ position as an island country on the Pacific Ring of Fire and close to the equator makes the country prone to earthquakes and typhoons.

Filipinos are the people who are native to or citizens of the country of the Philippines.

The government of the Philippines, is similar to that of the United States of

someone of mixed Hispanic and native blood.

Filipinos are divided into many groups, the three largest are the Tagalogs, Cebuanos, and the Ilocanos. When the Philippines was a colony, the term “Filipino” used to mean the Spanish and Spanish-mixed minority, but now everyone who is a citizen/national of the Philippines is called “Filipino”. Even then, it still has the most diverse ethnic groups in Asia, the other being Indonesia.

Filipino and English are the official Languages.

Before the Spanish arrived, the Filipinos did not think of themselves as one culture. Most of the Philippines is Buddhist, Muslim and Hindu empires. The Spaniards came in 1565, and brought with them Spanish culture. They soon spread to the islands making forts and schools, preaching Christianity, and

Mexico, since the Philippines was ruled by Spain, through Mexico. It was governed from Mexico City which explains much of the Spanish influence in the Philippines that one could only find in Mexico and not in Spain. Also, the Spanish that was spoken in the Philippines was Mexican Spanish, not European Spanish.

A lot of the foods in the Philippines can also be found in Mexico. Filipinos, as a tradition, usually eat with hands, like that of Malay tradition. And most of Filipino cuisine is also of Malay influence for the most part.

About 92% of the people are Christians of the Roman Catholic faith. The rest is made up of Protestants, Muslims, Buddhists and some Hindus.

Text and photos in this article were sourced from the internet for an article in the Midland District Newsletter

Grand Lodge of Philippines ‘Plaridel Temple’, Manila. ‘Primera Luz Filipina’ (First Light of the Philippines) was the first masonic lodge in the Philippines and was established in 1856 in Cavite.

Membership 200+. The Philippines practices the American York Rite system. Freemasonry is well supported and practices many appendant Degrees.

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Freemasons and Shrek break the glass ceiling This letter was received from Glass Ceiling Arts Collective following support for a production by the Potter Masonic Trust and the Freemasons of New Zealand.

This is well within the tradition of Freemasonry supporting local charities.

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mighty big thank you to the Potter Masonic Trust and the Freemasons of New Zealand from Glass Ceiling Arts Collective for supporting our children and their families, in our recent production of Shrek The Musical Jr, in Auckland.

In 2020, the trustees of The Potter Masonic Trust kindly agreed to provide financial support to Glass Ceiling Arts Collective, to present a youth musical theatre show in Auckland, with a cast made up of children both with and without a disability.

The show, Shrek The Musical Jr, was presented in five live performances on the weekend of 9–11 April. Shrek was very well received and the season was a sellout.

One of the requirements of us accepting the support of The Potter Masonic Trust was that we would write a report at the conclusion of the project. The support we received, however, is worthy of much more than a simple report; rather, it’s worthy of a MASSIVE BIG THANK YOU! 2020/21 has proved to be a very challenging period for a start-up arts charity which addresses the needs of the disability community. We have used up a huge volume of scarce resource seeking support from gaming trusts and government agencies, like Creative New Zealand and the Ministry of Arts, but all to no avail.

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of work we have planned for the next few years will be significant.

The support we received from The Potter Masonic Trust stands out from the rest, however. Indeed, Glass Ceiling Arts Collective would not have been in a position to present Shrek at all, were it not for your grant.

I think it fitting that the remarkable success of Shrek The Musical Jr should be shared with all Freemasons from

throughout New Zealand, in honour of Frederick Seymour Potter (1847–1941) whose amazing legacy continues to assist the development, education and well-being of children, through the work of charities like Glass Ceiling Arts Collective. Thank you.

On behalf of everyone at Glass Ceiling Arts Collective Michael Eaglesome

POTTER MASONIC TRUST • info@pottermasonic.org.nz

What is the Glass Ceiling Arts Collective?

Glass Ceiling Arts Collective is a new charity established in early 2020, which supports the well-being of young children with disabilities and their families, by offering opportunities in the performing arts.

We have a unique point of difference to many similar organisations, as all our programmes are based on inclusive participation; we welcome young people both with and without a disability.

It’s surprising to learn just how important this is to families who have a child with a disability. In the family home, disability is the norm and so families adapt and get on. They eat together and they play together.

When they step outside the house, however, society, too often, dictates that a child with a disability will go to a school for children with disabilities and clubs which cater to children with disabilities, whilst children with no disability go to the local school and club.

Glass Ceiling Arts Collective says “let’s create an experience that can be enjoyed by everyone.”

Our children who have a disability en- the community which has developed joy the opportunity to perform on stage around the group. in a quality theatre production alongside children who do not have a disability. Key points of interest Meanwhile the children who do not Over 400 people from the general have a disability benefit hugely as they public enjoyed the show (theatre develop empathy and understanding of filled to capacity, a sell-out season!) disability. We also receive a great deal of support from parents who love the fact The ticket price and participant fee was extremely low (removing finanthat Glass Ceiling Arts Collective is so cial barriers to participation) accommodating of disability. For them, it is an opportunity for the whole family People with and without disabilities who saw the show are asking if they to engage in a common activity. can join Glass Ceiling Arts Collective It really is remarkable to see the (creating access to the arts for all) friendships, the support networks, and People with and without disabilities have been asking when they can see another show from our Youth Theatre group (feedback suggests that the production quality was extremely high.

Selwyn Cooper and Eddie Eeles, trustees of the Potter Trust, with Pippa, aged five, with her thank-you letters.

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REPORT WE’VE JOINED THE FIGHT TO

The Freemasons Foundation is joining the increasingly urgent action to find a solution to the escalating need to rescue our Kauri forests from Kauri dieback disease Many organisations and groups have been working hard limiting the spread of the disease as well as searching for a means of total elimination. Most of us will be aware of these efforts through news reports and images of closed walking tracks and dead and dying Kauri.

But so far the threat to the most treasured trees in our forests remains. And the threat is dire as scientists now believe the dieback could cause the unthinkable – the loss of the whole species.

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Saving kauri through joining scientific forces The assistance we provide will support a team of scientists from The George Mason Centre for the Natural Environment, part of the Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland. The team has had some success using traditional Māori knowledge of rongoā (medicinal plants) and will build on this, working with the Crown Research Institute Plant and Food Research as they look for ways to eradicate the disease.

Phytophthora pathogens, the “Kauri killing” organism, are causing significant damage in natural ecosystems globally. To help preserve these threatened environments, the task is to better understand the biology and options for the management of these declines.

Unanswered questions Despite significant work conducted in New Zealand and Australia over many years, there remains a range of unanswered questions.

They are complex and need a programme of coordinated laboratory, glasshouse and field trials. We need to increase our understanding of the progression of the disease, the ecology of key pathogens and the potential for chemical control and other management approaches.

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SAVE OUR KAURI TREASURE What will the scientists do?

The interdisciplinary team led by Associate Professor Sarojini will aim to harness the potential of New Zealand native plants to eradicate Kauri dieback. The team’s expertise in plant diseases and chemistry will be used to develop new formulations of natural products derived from New Zealand herbs that will eliminate the different life stages of the pathogen.

Chairman of Freemasons Foundation, Mark Winger says ‘Working with our long-time research partners, the University of Auckland and their associates, we can help solve the serious issue of the survival of our treasured kauri, a result in which every one of us would rejoice!”.

The Kauri die-back investigation team

Our beautiful Kauri are being eaten alive by Phytophthora agathidicida. By joining scientific forces, they can be saved.

A new direction for Foundation assistance This conservation project, along with our involvement in the ‘Trees for Survival’ programme presently being offered to Lodges, is a new direction in expanding the spread of our engagement and investment in the community. The protection of the natural environment is of high topical interest among a wide cross-section of New Zealanders and is a key element in the future well-being of the country.

Left to right; Assoc Prof Luitgard Schwendenmann (Co-investigator, UoA, School of Environmental Sciences); Assoc Prof Viji Sarojini (Principal Investigator, UoA, School of Chemical Sciences); Dr Heru De Zoysa (post doc); Dr Nick Waipara (Co-investigator, Plant and Food Research and UoA)

Future opera stars come out to shine It was another full house at the annual Freemasons Foundation Opera Concert at St Thomas’ Church in Kohimarama, Auckland in May This highly popular event, run by the Foundation and now in its eighth year, offers NZ Opera’s young singers in training a chance to perform in public particularly as the opportunities in these covid days are so few. Open to all, it attracts opera lovers, including many Freemasons, from all over Auckland who enjoy hearing our singers of the future. Included in the line-up was soprano Imogen Thirlwall, a Freemasons NZ Opera Guest Artist who was back home from training in Germany to feature in NZ Opera’s up-coming production of ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ touring the country in June and July.

From left: Ben Kubiak, Imogen Thirlwall, Katherine Winitana, Mark Winger, Freemasons Foundation Chair, Samuel Downs, Terri Cumiskey Director of Marketing & Development NZ Opera, Katie Trigg.

On her Facebook page she said ‘It was an immense privilege to perform as a soloist for the first time in over a year. I am thankful to be able to return home . . . to perform in this concert.’.

Sharing the stage in the unique Church venue was Dame Malvina Major Foundation Opera Studio artists Katherine Winitana, Katie Trigg and Samuel Downs with Ben Kubiak as accompanist.

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From the First Grand Principal

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ompanions; were you aware Grand Lodge allocates these two ‘red pages’ of our magazine solely for Royal Arch use free of charge, and free of conditions or editorial direction? It is a generous and supportive gesture – one of many I am becoming increasingly aware of – a little encouragement here or some support there, nothing asked in return.

Over recent years the Craft and Royal Arch have been quietly working together to strengthen our relationship for the mutual benefit of both. The Grand Master’s ‘One Vision, One Goal, One Team’ campaign presented us with an ideal opportunity to evidence the Royal Arch total commitment to Freemasonry. We did; and will continue to do so. What we haven’t done quite so well is to publicly acknowledge the

invaluable ongoing support we receive; and to our Grand Master, MWBro Graham Wrigley, I say with genuine sincerity, “Thank you. We value the harmonious relationship between us and immensely appreciate your support.”

Over past years, we have underutilized the potential ‘selling power’ of the Red Pages segment – a random essay of limited general interest, an occasional photo enlarged to occupy the available space, and the Editor continually struggling to find content on our behalf. Granted, there have been some wonderful contributions during this time but these have been few and far between. It is time to sell our product, and the best way to do this is to sell ourselves, our Chapter activities and our Order. Had a special occasion? Send a photo and brief description through to

the Editor. Another brother Advancing on his journey toward completion of the ‘recognized six’? Record it and send it through. Good news is contagious.

I know you will enjoy the interesting article in this issue from REComp David Marsh – unique indeed. The Auckland District has also commandeered a lot of space in this issue – because I am spreading this message: “Be proud of your Royal Arch activities and tell Freemasons. If we don’t, how will they know?” Auckland responded beyond my expectations, and I know you will too, because we are spread throughout New Zealand and each of us has a wonderful story to tell.

MEComp Ron Lane, First Grand Principal Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of New Zealand

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hat a wonderful night we had at William Ferguson Massey Royal Arch Chapter No 61 on Monday 12 April!

Grand Superintendent Mike Downey had invited all the sitting Principals of Chapters and Councils in the Auckland District to attend and be presented to our First Grand Principal Ron Lane, a member of our Chapter. It was a great compliment to our new GZ that every Chapter and Council was represented, and MEComp Ron took the time to chat with them all individually before

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presenting each with a Royal Arch lapel badge and collectively thanking them for their considerable support.

VEComp Tony Jenkin PGStdB, GPA was then presented and the First Grand Principal praised his secretarial and administrative prowess, having now served as our Scribe Ezra for over 40 consecutive years! Tony is held in such high regard that MEComp Lane also read in full a letter of commendation from Grand Scribe Ezra REComp Alan Hart, before presenting him with a five-year bar to

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his Forty year Jewel. Tony has a great memory and during his reply recounted a number of interesting anecdotes.

We then prevailed once again upon the First Grand Principal who responded by presenting a Royal Arch certificate to Comp Norman Mokoraka.

Far too much food in refectory ensured every companion was well catered for, and this final hour of friendship capped off a happy, relaxed and important evening for WFM No 61.

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Once in a lifetime event

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n Tuesday evening, 20th of April a once in a lifetime event happened that was hosted at the Blenheim Masonic centre. This special event was when the Victory Chapter No 12 members from Nelson travelled over the Whangamoa’s to join in with the Marlborough Chapter to carry out a Mark Master Degree on a new Victory Chapter member Bro David Bayliss.

Victory Chapter, one of the largest Chapters in New Zealand, have been facing a bit of a backlog in taking candidates through their 4, 5, and 6th degrees

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in Freemasonry degrees. This was due to the problems caused by the fire at the Nelson Masonic Hall and also the COVID 19 lockdowns.

David Bayliss has been waiting for some time for a slot to become available to advance him to the degree of a Mark Master Mason. Having considered how they would deal with this delay the members of the Victory Chapter decided to ask the members of the Marlborough Chapter if they would let them come to Blenheim for their next meeting on 20 April.

The plan was then to make this as a working visit by the Nelson Chapter at which they would perform the advancement ceremony at the Charles Street Masonic rooms.

The Principals of the Marlborough Chapter readily agreed and offered to help in any way they could to make this special event “happen”. Permission for this event was given by the Grand Superintendent David Marsh who had discussed and agreed the details for this

unique event with the Grand Scribe Alan Hart.

The plans were then put in place and all looked to be plain sailing. An added challenge was thrown in. The NZTA suddenly decided that on the 20th of April they were going to close the road from Nelson to Blenheim overnight, to carry out maintenance work at Pelorus Bridge. This meant that returning from the meeting would be a long trip as the NZTA were only allowing vehicles to use the one way bridge for a short time every two hours.

This meant the Nelson Companions faced waiting until at the bridge before they could complete the crossing of the Pelorus River and hence a very late night home! This did not dent their enthusiasm and the meeting went ahead as planned.

The Marlborough Chapter meeting was attended by the members of the Victory Chapter and the Grand Superintendent used that opportunity to present the patents of office to the new team of Principals of the Victory Chapter.

The Advancement degree was performed by the 11 members of the Victory Chapter ably assisted by three of the members of the Marlborough Chapter.

At the refectory David Bayliss thanked the members of the Marlborough Chapter very much for letting this ceremony happen in a “real” Chapter room as at present the Nelson Freemason’s meetings are being conducted in temporary accommodation. He concluded saying that he had found the ceremony very interesting and informative and well worth the wait and he that he is looking forward to the 5th and 6th degrees in Freemasonry later in the year.

Announcement New Grand Scribe Ezra appointed to start March 2022 is VEComp David Ryan of Wellington. www.royalarch.org.nz

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Two 60 Years Bars for two Brothers who are brothers O

ur Grand Master Graham Wrigley had great pleasure in presenting 60 year bars to WBros Bruce (left) and Ian Stokes (right) recently.

As twins, their journey in Freemasonry has been side-by-side, but as Ian was

unable to attend the Lodge Tawera No 188 meeting for the presentation, our Grand Master took the opportunity to make the presentation at his home in the care facility in Amberley along with his brother.

Freemason hits a ton!

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ill Roulston was born on 28th April and has stayed in the District since that 1921 near Balclutha. After school- time. Bill took up playing bowls when ing he helped his father on their farm at Hillend near Balclutha before leaving for the war when he was about 21 years old.

Bill was in action at the Battle of Cassino and was injured and could not move for two months. On his recovery he joined an Anti Tank Regiment which came under heavy mortar fire. Five of the seven in Bill’s crew were killed and Bill was buried under a building for 24 hours before being rescued.

When Bill returned from the war he farmed at Toropuke near Tapanui

he was 80 and has remained fit all his life although two strokes in his 90s have slowed him a little.

Bill was initiated into The Hercules Lodge at Tapanui on 5th February 1947 and raised in that Lodge on 2nd July 1947. Bill is a one Lodge man and has remained a member of that Lodge to this day. He has his 50 year Service Badge and 60 and 70 year Bars as a Freemason.

He has received a special Card and Message from our Grand Master Graham Wrigley on reaching his 100 years

Entered Apprentice Freemasons at New Zealand’s newest Lodge Lodge Matariki No 476 (based in South Auckland) line up of newest freemasons including the candidate for the evening, Bro Navjot Singh.

FROM LEFT Bro Carel Roux, Bro Clauco DFendi, Bro Henry Giles, Bro Danile Lockett, Bro Don Santos, Bro Navjot Singh.

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Welcome to our newest Freemasons February – April 2021

Angus Foulkes Lodge of Unanimity Sumner No. 3

Lacer Polancos The Beta-Waikato Lodge No. 12

Arnel Gido The Beta-Waikato Lodge No. 12

Ramon Gomez The Caledonian Lodge No. 16 Barry Meade United Lodge of Masterton No. 19

Jake Aranco Lodge Erewhon No. 200 James Dellow Titirangi Mt Albert Lodge No. 204 Stephen Croucher Empire Fergusson Lodge No. 225

Sam Saili Lodge Calliope No. 252

Rocky Mataumua Lodge Calliope No. 252

Andrew Snowball The Woburn Lodge No. 25

Ricky Main Lodge Calliope No. 252

Mark Manatad The Ashley Lodge No. 28

Luc Van Kradenburg Lodge Tawera-O-Kapiti No. 253

Hugh Cherrill Lodge Tawera-O-Kapiti No. 253

John McGuigan The Saint Andrews Lodge No. 32

Clifford McCann Lodge Rangitikei No. 38

Patrick Del Rosario The Wairau Lodge No. 42

Clark Figuracion The Wairau Lodge No. 42

Daniel Godinet Lodge Haeata No. 272

Brendan Beary The Hiram Lodge No. 46

Richard Purchas Lodge Haeata No. 272

Martin Verhoeven The Ponsonby Lodge No. 54

Glauco Defendi Lodge Tuakau No. 278

James de Villiers The Ponsonby Lodge No. 54

Henry Gillies Lodge Tuakau No. 278

Tristan Van Zyl The Franklin Lodge No. 58

Amandeep Singh Lodge Tuakau No. 278

Bevan Charteris The Ngapara Lodge No. 68

Paulo Oliveira Lodge Kumeu No. 279

Donald McKenzie The Heretaunga Lodge No. 73

Thorben Peppler Lodge Nelson No. 288

Chaans Tumataroa-Clarke Lodge Waikaremoana No. 158

Kaylaan McGuckin The St Andrew Kilwinning Lodge No. 79 Bruce Champion The Alpha Lodge No. 81 Glyn Rees Lodge St John No. 84

Callum Barker Lodge Awatere No. 292

David Stepanyan Lower Hutt Lodge No. 299

Ian Anderson The MacKenzie Lodge No. 93

Dominic Bishop Lodge Haeata No. 272

Nathan Crawford The Herbert Teagle-Taia Lodge No. 300 Benjamin Spearman Westminster Lodge No. 308

Joshua Bell Lodge Dunstan No. 103

Philip Dyer Westminster Lodge No. 308

Ryan Campbell The Havelock Lodge No. 104

Oliver Mills Lodge Zetland No. 312

Rommel Catli Lodge Winton No. 108

Andrew Macdonald Lodge Zetland No. 312

Dave Lazaro Ikaroa Lodge No. 115

Simon Wordsworth Lodge Howick No. 314

Rodolfo Joaquin Jr Ikaroa Lodge No. 115

Alfredo Angeles Jr Harmony Lodge No. 325

Aaron Dean The Tauranga Lodge No. 125

Karlo Ninofranco The Mangere Lodge No. 330

Michael Mason The Tauranga Lodge No. 125

Anthony Hellyer The Mangere Lodge No. 330

Cody Van Roest The Tauranga Lodge No. 125

Juan Rosales Ngatiawa-Russell Lodge No. 345

James Canete The Coronation Lodge No. 127

Ronaldo Alcantara The Coronation Lodge No. 127

Adam Van Dalen Lodge Mana No. 352

Don Heather Te Awahou Lodge No. 133

David Haidar The Crown Lodge No. 138

Jozsef Szabo Lodge Orewa No. 370

Farid Haidar The Crown Lodge No. 138

Johan van Biljon Lodge Orewa No. 370

Terrance Broughton The Crown Lodge No. 138

Johan Oosthutzen Lodge Arawa No. 406

Konstanin Deviatov The Crown Lodge No. 138

Damien Mahoney The Crown Lodge No. 138

Peter Wadham Lodge Waiheke No. 367 Elliot Tuck Lodge Rangitane No. 369

Matthew Hinkley The Gate Pa Lodge No. 407

Jack Milton Lodge Te Atatu No. 414

Roy Austria Lodge Rotorua No. 153

Kevin Chalk Lodge Kaimanawa No. 426

Rex Austria Lodge Rotorua No. 153

Atif Kafayat Lodge Tawhiri No. 166

Rommel Camacho Onehunga Maungawhao Lodge No. 168

Michael White Onehunga Maungawhao Lodge No. 168

Alexander Podolsky The Avon Shirley Lodge No. 185

Ryan Randolph Lodge Waikanae No. 433 Julian Farrelly The United Lodge of Otago No. 448 Kane Mourad-Paku The United Lodge of Wanganui No. 468 Jomar Figuerres Lodge Waikato No. 475

Patrick Salmon Lodge Waikato No. 475 Donwaldo Santos Lodge Matariki No. 476

Emmanuel Tanzuaco Lodge Waihopai No. 189

Rex Montanez Lodge Waihopai No. 189

Navjot Singh Lodge Matariki No. 476

Kevin Labis Lodge Waihopai No. 189

Hadley Taylor The Lodge of The Liberal Arts No. 500

Johnny Chulis Lodge Waihopai No. 189

Flavio Villani The Lodge of The Liberal Arts No. 500

Being open about Freemasonry is encouraging enquiry from men of calibre and nurturing these new members will bring about a lifelong involvement in Freemasonry.

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The Last Word!

Freemasons New Zealand Crossword

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ACROSS 2 The liberal arts and sciences are found in what Degree?

3 Name of our Lodge in Samoa and a Greek Muse?

7 Which camp for young people with Crohns and Colitis does Freemasons NZ support? (two words) 9 How many recognised Universities are in New Zealand?

11 How many years have the Freemasons University Scholarships been around? (two words) 12 What are the initials for the Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of New Zealand?

17 Dr Lance O’Sullivan was the guest speaker at which recent Freemasons Presentation? (three words) 19 Where is the Freemasons New Zealand Special Olympics being held this year?

DOWN 1 What is the acronym for Australia and New Zealand Army Corps?

2 What is the major project for Freemasons New Zealand and Lodges in 2021? (two words) 4 100 runs in Cricket is called a …?

5 Where are the Freemasons University Scholarship Presentations usually held?

6 In what month is the Queen’s actual birthday?

8 Initials for which Australian Grand Lodge celebrating its Centenary this year?

10 Which bank manages the Freemasons Deposit Scheme?

13 What University is named after a former New Zealand Prime Minister?

14 Initials for masonic award only to a maximum of twenty living Freemasons?

15 In what month is the Queen’s official birthday in New Zealand?

16 In round figures have many millions have been provided to the Freemasons University Scholarships?

18 Who is the new First Grand Principal for the Royal Arch in New Zealand? (two words)

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Beehives Is there a connection between the Beehive that appears on a masonic officers collar and the Beehive Executive Building at Parliament in New Zealand?

The beehive is a masonic emblem for hard work, industry and collective effort for good as demonstrated in the brotherhood of freemasonry and can be found on a masonic officers collar.

Sir Basil Spence, a Scottish architect, who designed the Beehive at Parliament, did so for the New Zealand Government, lead at the time

by Sir Keith Holyoake who was a Freemason and went on to become a Past Grand Master.

Although we believe this may just be coincidence, it is great to have connections.

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The Ara Lodge No. 1 The Beta-Waikato Lodge No. 12 The Lincoln Lodge No. 33 The Franklin Lodge No. 58 The Mokoreta Lodge No. 63 The Fortitude Lodge No. 64 The Rawhiti Lodge No. 66 The Ngapara Lodge No. 68 Lodge Abercorn-Tuahine No. 76 The Kaikohe Ohaeawai Lodge No. 101 Lodge Winton No. 108 The Forest Lodge No 116 Te Awahou Lodge No. 133 Te Awahou Lodge No. 133 The Avon Shirley Lodge No. 185 Lodge Whangamomona No. 234 Lodge Te Puke No. 261 Unity Lodge No. 271 Lodge Katikati No. 295 Lodge Mana No. 352 Lodge Orewa No. 370 The Gate Pa Lodge No. 407 The Gate Pa Lodge No. 407 Lodge Waikanae No. 433 Lodge Wharite No. 451 The Hawkes Bay Daytime Lodge No. 453 Lodge Waikato No. 475

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