engage! e-newsletter No. 79

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Welcome to another issue of engage! Newsletter. Interestingly, there is yet another piece of correspondence doing the rounds over this last fortnight, the first output from a newly formed

group (no doubt inspired by the Don Chipp philosophy of “keep the bastards honest”), and while someone has now put their name to the document, it largely contains all of the ‘Dorothy Dix’ doom, gloom, conspiracy theories and suspicions contained in the previous anonymous document.

Am I being too cynical by highlighting such a coincidence? The lengthy fable contained therein would do merit to Series 6, Episode 12 of The Simpsons. The episode was titled ‘Homer the Great’ and referred to the Stonecutters. The episode is as credible reflection of Freemason-ry as is this latest piece of work from one of our Brethren. So here’s my comments Brethren, what are you doing to put a stop to this nonsense – having received an unsolicited email – have you objected to it? Have

you challenged the content? Have you asked to be removed from that particular email list? Do you re-ally want to see/hear such tripe? Is that why you joined Freemasonry?

Moving on, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those involved in the making of Series 1 and 2 of Freemasons: The Inside Story which concluded last Monday evening. The awareness and positive perception of Freemasonry that this show has created among an enormous viewing audience is incredible and its effect will continue to be felt for some time. We now have a tremendous library of footage that can and will be used in various ways as part of upcoming collateral. While there were production costs, the vast majority of resource was volunteers, supplemented by members of the Grand Secretariat. Congratulations to all involved – this was an historic ground-breaking initiative launched by MWBro. Bob Jones PGM.

The final presentation of the philanthropy proposal was conducted at Warragul during the week, concluding a series of 16 such presentations held all across the State. I must thank the President of the Board of General Purposes and the Grand Treasurer for the amazing amount of time, effort, dedication and commitment they have put into these presentations in order to ensure that you are all well informed.

Over the next few weeks, there will be a very interesting CBD Luncheon (almost sold out already) plus the September Quarterly which has an action packed agenda. I hope to see many of you there, and for those eligible to vote on matters at the Quarterly, please inform yourself of the facts, they are readily available.

MWBro. Hillel Benedykt Grand Master

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Freemasons Victoria has recently established a valuable partnership with the Blue Ribbon Foundation.

The Foundation aims to keep the memories alive of Victorian Police killed in the line of duty, through the support of worthwhile community projects within the State.

Neil Soullier, Chief Executive of the Blue Ribbon Foundation is available to visit your lodge during the months of August and September to explain more about the Foundation and how you can get involved in some of the activities it hosts. Please contact Gabrielle Forman at gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au to register your interest.

Ever wanted to know more about the Blue Ribbon Foundation?

We are now well into preparations for the 2015 Grand Lodge Ceremonial Team with the first auditions for those who have applied taking place this weekend at the Dallas Brooks Centre. MWBro. Hillel Benedykt Grand Master is happy to announce his first appointments to next year’s team:

• Grand Director of Ceremonies WBro. Chrys Kypreos (DGDC)

• Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies WBro. Myles King (PJGD)

• Grand Pursuivant WBro. Graham Berry (PGStdB)

• Senior Grand Deacons - WBro. Gavin Howard (PJGD) - WBro. Steeve Moutia (PJGD)

Applications are still open as further auditions will be taking place in the next few weeks, so if you would like to be considered and have not served in a past Grand Team please contact WBro. Graham Berry (Grand Pursuivant, designate) on gberry@freemasonsvic.net.au for an application form or more details.

Victoria has an enviable reputation for the excellence of its ceremonial work not only in Australia but throughout the world. The Ceremonial Team is entrusted to perform the timeless rituals and ceremonies which are part of the proud tradition of the Craft.

The personal development, and skills learned and perfected during training and throughout the year, as well as the friendships made and reinforced, are lifelong benefits which ensue from participation in a Grand Lodge Ceremonial Team. This is a wonderful time in your Masonic career.

Stay tuned for fortnightly updates throughout the year in engage! Newsletter.

On the last weekend of July the Collingwood Masonic Centre opened its doors to the public as an official site of Melbourne Open Houses 2014. The Centre was open on both the Saturday and Sunday and was the first Ma-sonic Centre in Melbourne to participate.

The official visitor count was 445 people, but it is believed the numbers exceeded this as groups of 20-30 people arriving off the train were hard to count. Volunteering members welcomed visitors and answered all sorts of questions about Freemasonry. In the rear yard there was a BBQ offering sausages and pancakes, with tea and coffee and soft drinks available for purchase. On the Sunday there were scones and cakes.

The Centre was set up with chequered pavement, chairs and collars, along with an electronic display on the renovation and history of the building. Mannequins dressed in regalia we also on display.

All 445 visitors were keen to see and learn about the Lodge room. Damien Hudson, of the Collingwood Lodge, Bro. Nick Clifton and WBro. Ben Quick provided explanations but the focus of most of the questions was about the Craft.

Open Houses Melbourne was a fantastic opportunity to engage with a completely different and new audience and create a favourable impression of the Craft and smash some misconceptions and doubts about Freemasonry. Many visitors were shocked to hear how much the organisation contributes to the Victorian Community.

RWBro. John Molnar reported some very positive feedback from visitors and WBro. Mike Halstead-Lyons reported that he was able to move some visitors to tears of pride telling them about Freemasonry and what their grandfather and father would have been involved in.

This was a great opportunity to unite Freemasons in a project to engage with the wider public.

Open House 2014 Collingwood Masonic Centre

Members of the public visit the Collingwood Masonic Centre, eager to find out a little more

about Freemasonry.

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All District Brethren and their wives are invited to

Masonic Coffee Mornings 1st Saturday morning of each month

at 10am.

At the Riverside Plaza next to Degani Restaurant, South Shepparton.

For more information please contact RWBro. Geoffrey Thompson

Rupertswood-Numurkah Lodge on 0409 298 394.

New Honour Boards were erected in the main passage-way of the Kyneton RM Begg Aged Care Facility in August, in recognition of the support that the Kyneton Lodge, Freemasons Public Charitable

Foundation and Freemasons Victoria Board of Benevolence have provided for more than seven years.

In 2007 Kyneton Lodge No. 192 hosted a musical afternoon at the Sacred Heart College in Kyneton, entertainment courtesy of the Freemasons Victoria Choir, The Grand Lodge Ensemble, The Bendigo Cornish Choir, The Kyneton Rotary Choir, along with a couple of Scottish Pipers and a local guitarist.

This event was organised to raise money to purchase a much needed Oxygen Concentrator valued at $3500.00 for the Facility. Approximately $2200.00 was raised and the Freemasons Victoria Board of Benevolence matched that sum.

In 2013 the Kyneton Lodge took on another project to raise money to purchase three mobile hoists at a cost of $6000 each. Support for this project came from The Highlanders Masonic Association

together with two other district lodges.

Kyneton Lodge raised just over $3500 which was matched, this time by the Freemasons Public Charitable Foundation enabling the Lodge to purchase one hoist.

Kyneton Lodge has for many years supported a number of other local organisations and charities especially Camp Quality in the very early days to a sum of $10,000.

Recognition in Kyneton

Bro. Andrew Wilson was born on 18 February 1916 and spent his early life in New Zealand before coming to Australia where he excelled as a Cabinet Maker.

Andrew was initiated into Lodge Merlynston on 3 August 1949, was passed to the Second Degree in 29 November 1949 and raised to the Third Degree on 29 May 1950. Andrew was a foundation member of Lodge Ocean Grove in 1966.

During his forty years as a member of Lodge Ocean Grove, Andrew held the Office of Treasurer during the period of extensive fundraising to build a new Lodge room in Ocean Grove and proved that his handling of financial matters was of the highest standard.

Although the funds raised did not build a new Lodge room at Ocean Grove it has provided a very nice complex at Queenscliff.

Andrew was held in such high esteem that although he did not go through the Chairs of the Lodge, he was afforded the honour of Past Grand Tyler in 2002 and now joins a very elite group of Freemasons who can boast a membership of 65 years.

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Bro. Andrew Wilson of Cosmopolitan Lodge No. 96 with his 65 year jewel.

Come and visit the Kyenton Museum on Sunday 7 September for a Walk, Talk & Tea which is running in conjunction with the Museum’s current exhibition Freemasonry Unlocked. Departing from the Kyneton Museum at 2pm the walk will begin from Zetland Lodge to look through this heritage listed building with its fine wall murals, then to Kyneton Lodge to unlock some of the mystery and history of the Lodges. The tour will conclude at Kyneton Museum to view the exhibition and to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

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Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Charity Ball

Many will be donning their best suit and tie and frocking up for the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Charity Ball to be held at the Palladium at Crown on Friday 24 October. Well known personality John Deeks will MC the event and entertainers such as Babba and Mint 26 will make for a great night of dancing and fun – all in the name of raising funds for the Blue Ribbon Foundation. To book your ticket contact Sandra Bailey on 9555 8000 or email:sandra@remember.org.au

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Charity Ball

A great night of dining, entertainment and dancing with fundraising to raise money, money, money for the

Blue Ribbon Foundation.

Babba • Mint 26 • MC - John Deeks

TICKETS Corporate $2000 table 10 or $200 each Members $1750 table 10 or $175 each

To book your tables, tickets or to express your interest contactSandra Bailey on 03 9555 8000 Email sandra@remember.org.au

PALLADIUM AT CROWNFriday 24th October, 2014

September is Blue Ribbon month, Freemasons Victoria is proud to sponsor the Blue Ribbon Foundation. Please wear your Blue Ribbon Pin which can be purchased online at www.remember.org or purchase the Triple Pin Card via the Members Intranet e-shop or by calling 9411 0100.

The Melbourne Youth Orchestra is back from an incredible tour of Christ-church, New Zealand and a once in a

life time opportunity to perform with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.

Melbourne Youth Music provided a wonderful outdoor screening of this tour and the Orchestra’s performance at Federation Square on Saturday 23 August to MYM’s members of the Board of

Management, Arts Victoria, invited guests and public onlookers.

Chief Executive Officer of MYM, Dorian Jones announced the screening saying that the trip was a great opportunity for the more than 50 young musicians to play among professionals and experience contributing within a world-renowned Orchestra.

The screening also features the Melbourne Youth Orchestra members’ tour experience with individual and group interviews”, Dorian said.

The performance, Gustav Mahler’s Masterpiece Symphony No.2 in C Minor “Resurrection” represented the resilience and rebuilding of Christchurch in the wake of 2011devastating earthquakes.

‘Mahler2’ is a sublime musical experience, building to one of the most transcendent musical finales ever composed. Performed to a sold-out Christchurch audience and receiving a spontaneous standing ovation, the concert was an artistic success and a transformative experience for the Melbourne Youth Orchestra.

For more information on Melbourne youth Music and its upcoming program visit: http://www.mym.org.au/

A screening of Fed Square proportions

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VWBro. Ron Davis PGIWkgs celebrated 50 years of active participation in the Craft in June of this year.

Ron was initiated on 10 June 1963 and served in all offices, culminated by his installation as Master of Argyle Lodge No. 105 on 11 October 1980. Ron returned for a further year as Master of the Lodge on 8

October 2005 and again the following year. The Lodge flourished under his Mastership.

Ron was advanced into the Gippsland Mark Lodge No. 105 on 18 November 1965 and served in most Offices. Ron rose to be Past Grand Standard Bearer and Master of Gippsland Mark Lodge in October 2011 and again in 2012.

He spent 33 years in Chapter, rising to the rank of First Principal in 2008 and again in 2009 with promotion to Past Grand Inspector of Workings in 2013.

With 30 years in Gippsland Sovereign Chapter Rose Croix, and currently First General of the Gippsland Chapter Rose Croix, Ron has spread his wings far and wide also becoming a foundation member of Tambo Sovereign Chapter of Rose Croix in Bairnsdale.

Ron has spent 29 years in Ark Mariner and 19 years in St Andrew Sovereign Council No. 29 with elevation to the 32nd degree.

A Foundation Member with five years’ service with Old Gippstown Lodge, the

Gippsland Council No. 68 and Treasurer of the Latrobe Valley Masonic Centre Inc. round out the many years of dedication given by Ron.

Ron came from a large family of eight children. He married his wife Joy in Rosedale in 1967 and had three children who have been very supportive of Ron’s Masonic Career.

It’s hard to believe that Ron would have time for anything not involving Freemasonry and supporting Joy with her legendary scone cooking skills, but he is a keen gardener and tourer, the type that needs to see what’s over the next horizon!

Ron started his work life as a shop assistant at the age of 14 but fairly soon graduated to truck driving which became his life, with many trucks passing through his hands over the years and a wonderful lot of stories to tell. Ron regaled us with some of these, together with a photographic display of all of his trucks on the occasion of his 50 year jewel presentation.

50 year jewel for VWBro. Ron Davis

WBro. Bill Miller making the presentation to Ron of his 50 year jewel in June.

Austin Health is seeking willing volunteers to take part in the

Tomorrow Study, a research project aimed at finding out more about the causes of Alzheimer’s Disease.

Mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s Disease refers to the early phase of the Disease in which an otherwise healthy-minded person experiences a gradual, progressive decline in thinking ability. This decline is significant enough to be noticed but not severe enough to interfere with daily life or the ability to function independently.

The Tomorrow Study seeks to learn more about the genetic risk for developing the impairment due to Alzheimer’s Disease and whether an investigational medication might prove effective in delaying the first symptoms of this condition.

You may be eligible to participate in this important study if you are aged between 65 and 83 years and are in good physical and mental health.

Participation in the study will require an interview with you about your medical history, a series of tests and a placebo/drug trial. Participants must not have a current diagnosis or history of cognitive impairment, dementia, a neurological or psychiatric disorder, or any other diagnosis that signifi-cantly affects cognitive performance. A follow up after six months will also be scheduled.Why should you, a healthy older individual, consider enrolling in the Tomorrow Study? You will be able to measure your cognitive health and help contribute to the understanding of how age and genetic factors affect the health of your mind.

Approximately 5,800 older adults will take part in this study at about 50 study centres in North America, Eu-rope, and Australia, and it is currently anticipated that the study will last approximately five years.

To learn more and to register your interest please call (03) 9496-2421 or visit: www.TOMMORROWStudy.com

Seeking healthy seniors

We’ve reached the end of Series II of Freemasons: The Inside Story. We hope you have enjoyed the series as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you, but DON’T WORRY! If you missed the last episode on Monday 25 August, it is still available to view on Catch Up TV from the Channel 31 website:www.c31.org.au

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On 22 July 2014 twelve members of the Freemasons Victoria Choir attended Benetas St Georges Nurs-

ing Home in Howard Street, Altona Mead-ows for the presentation of a 65 Year Jewel to VWBro. Bill Edhouse PGIWkgs.

Bill is a long-time member of the Freemasons Victoria Choir and a Past Master of Altona Lodge No. 572.

Bill had asked VWBro. David Hinds PGIWkgs of Williamstown Lodge No. 16 who was a master on the road with him in 1982, to present him with his jewel. The Choir under the leadership of RWBro. Barry Reaper, sang two brackets of three songs for Bill and his friends and family.

65 year jewel for VWBro. Bill Edhouse

The Freemasons Victoria Choir unites to help VWBro. Bill Edhouse of Altona Lodge No. 572 celebrate his 65 year jewel.

With only 12 weeks till Christmas we’re already thinking about festive season activities! The Combined Lodges Christmas Party will be in full swing, so get in quick by filling out the registration form at the end of this newsletter. Please return your registration form to the Social Secretary by 31 October.

This year the party will be held at the Steam Locomotive Society of Victoria in Moorabbin, from 12 noon onwards. The train will run from 1pm – 3pm and that big fat man with a white beard and red jacket will arrive at 3pm.

Don’t forget to bring food, drinks, chairs and picnic blanket/table and a few dollars for the raffle. All funds raised from the raffle will go towards local charities.

In 2013 more than $400 was raised that was split between the Reach Foundation, Royal Freemasons Homes and Philippines Jolanda Typhoon Appeal.

Combined Lodges Children’s Christmas Party Sunday 20 November

The Combined Lodges Children’s Christmas Party 2013 at the Steam

Locomotive Society of Victoria.

WBro. Doug Merritt from Acacia Lodge of Geelong No. 913, presented Ruth Christian, Church Warden of Christ Church Geelong, with a cheque for $2000 for the Community Meals Program.

The donation was raised from this year’s “Acacia Scottish Night”, which is the Lodge’s main fundraising event held each January, and was matched by the Freemasons Victoria Board of Benevolence.

The Christ Church Community Meals Program provides free breakfast seven days a week throughout the year and an evening meal every Monday and Wednesday for the homeless, school children, street kids, people who need company as much as food, the unemployed, stranded travelers and families.

The meals program is run entirely by volunteers, sometimes with the assistance of students from different local schools. Approximately 150 hours of volunteer time is dedicated each to the program.

Approximately 18,000 substantial breakfasts are provided per year, served 365 days of the year, comprising hot drinks, toast, cereal, and a cooked breakfast.

On both Monday evening and Wednesday evening a two course meal is served, with surplus food available to take away.

Recently a medical clinic was established and staffed by medical practitioners and nurses who give their time at no cost. The clinic opens in the evenings when meals are provided.

Acacia supports Community Meals Program

WBro. Doug Merritt from Acacia Lodge of Geelong No. 913, presents Ruth Christian of Christ

Church Geelong with a cheque for $2000 for the Community Meals Program.

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By now you would have received three Events Calendars for the months of August, September and October.

Be the first to enter your Lodge’s events for the next three months!

The Calendars inform you of the events that Freemasons Victoria is supporting as part of our 125th Anniversary celebrations, and allows you to enter your own event details so that everyone knows what to look forward to.

Please let us know what events you have planned for the remainder of the year.

For more information or to re-order please contact Gabrielle Forman on 9411 0101 or email gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au

PLEASE NOTE: Inside STORY Night, 3 September has been cancelled due to insufficent registrations.

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Gabrielle Forman (03) 9411 0101 | Email: gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au

125 Year Anniversary Exhibition - The Boardroom Throughout August - September

Monday - Friday (Normal DBC Opening Hours)

This exhibition is a wonderful display which includes a number of highly significant objects

from the Library & Museum Collection, which reflects the history of Freemasonry within

Victoria since 1889 until the present day.

What’s New: Freemasons Victoria is proud to support Think Pink and the Blue Ribbon Foundation.

Get your Triple Pin Card now for only $20 from Grand Lodge and wear these pins with pride.

Alternatively visit the e-shop on the members intranet to order your pin card online.

Available Soon! Selling until the end of October.

What’s New: Freemasons Victoria is proud to support Think Pink and the Blue Ribbon Foundation.

Get your Triple Pin Card now for only $20 from Grand Lodge and wear these pins with pride.

Alternatively visit the e-shop on the members intranet to order your pin card online.

Available Soon! Selling until the end of October.

Freemasons Hospital Association (FHA) pins hit the street! Buy one now!

The new 2014 FHA pins are now available for purchase! This collectable pin is only $7 so get in fast while stocks last! Freemasons Hospital has been caring for Victorians since 1937, with an unbroken tradition of world-class medical care.

Today Freemasons provides a full suite of cancer services and is the biggest private maternity hospital in Australia. During the past seven decades, Freemasons has helped bring more than 50,000 little Victorians into the world!

Visit 300 Albert Street, East Melbourne or call WBro. Ben Quick on 9411 0100.

Epworth HealthCare at a glance 2014 Philanthropy ReportThe Epworth Medical Foundation has just released it’s 2014 Philanthropy Report. The Report titled ‘Above and Beyond’ provides a snapshot of progress, milestones and key stories that have shaped the Hospital’s last twelve months. A few of these include:

25 years of excellence Epworth’s Emergency Department is celebrating 25 years of excellence in emergency medicine since it opened its doors in 1989.At that time it was Victoria’s first private, not-for-profit emergency department and, since then, it has achieved many more firsts. The strength of the department’s growth is a testament to the hard work of its staff.

Donations During the past year, the Foundation contributed more than $750,000 to ensure that patients across all areas of Epworth, in every hospital, had access to the most advanced cardiac equipment and resources. This was made possible because of donations.

A First for Victoria Epworth HealthCare recently became the only private hospital in Victoria to treat the heart condition ‘Atrial Fibrillation’ by using a dual methodology of both cryoblation and radiofrequency.Atrial Fibrillation occurs when the upper chambers of the heart fibrillate, resulting in a rapid and irregular heart beat. Blood is not pumped efficiently to the rest of the body, and this can cause heart palpatations, fatigue and shortness of breath.

In a tremendous milestone, Epworth cardiologist Dr Andrei Catanchin performed the first of these dual procedures in the Catheter Lab at Epworth Hospital in Richmond this year.

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A s part of our 125th Anniversary Celebration of Free-masons Victoria we are running

a monthly competition until March 2015 for the best historic photograph and story that best represents your Lodge and its history over the last 125 years.

This may be a photograph of a significant member of your Lodge, a special event that the Lodge took part in, or a photograph of a significant period within your Lodge.

Please attach a short story to accom-pany your photograph (in no more than 200 words) about the photo-graph and its significance to Victorian Freemasonry and its impact on the community over the last 125 years.

All photographs and stories will be published on the website in the 125th Anniversary section. Winning photgraphs and stories will be published in Freemasonry Victoria Magazine.

Each month the best photograph and story will win a special commemorative 125 Year prize with a copy of the Freemasons: The Inside Story Summer Series DVD.

Please send all highest resolution photographs (JPGs) and stories to Gabrielle Forman at gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au. Please also send a return address if you do not have a digital image of the photograph.

125th Anniversary competition!

Gala Dinner SAVE THE DATE - Saturday 15 November, Freemasons Victoria will be holding a Gala Dinner to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the United Grand Lodge of Victoria. This will be a wonderful event that will also include a ‘Hall of Fame’ where three members will be inducted. Freemasons Victoria Hall of Fame By now you will have received information, a poster and a nomination form for the Freemasons Victoria Hall of Fame.

This prestigious award recognises those who have demonstrated exemplary service to the Craft and Community.

The Hall of Fame is open to all Freemasons, deceased or currently affiliated and who must be in good standing. Not one, but three awards will be presented at the Gala Dinner on Saturday 15 November at a venue to be confirmed.

This is your chance to enable a fellow Freemason to shine! Additional nomination forms are available by visiting 300 Albert Street, East Melbourne or by contacting Gabrielle Forman on 9411 0101 or gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au

FAQs: Can a Lodge nominate a member? YES Does the nominee need to give his permission before being nominated? YES How many nominations can be made by one Lodge or one individual? As many as you like

Nomination forms must be received at Freemasons Victoria by Tuesday 30 September.

September Quarterly Communication SAVE THE DATE - The September Quarterly Communication will held at the Dallas Brooks Centre on Wednesday 17 September. The event will be webcast for those unable to attend. A link to the webcast will be available from the Freemasons Victoria website in coming weeks.

Dallas Brooks Centre Commemorative Booklet A booklet commemorating the Dallas Brooks Centre is now in production, but we need your help! If you have factual information about the many events that were hosted in the Centre, some interesting stories and/or high resolution images that could be included in this publication, please contact Gabrielle Forman on 9411 0101 or email gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au. This booklet will make a wonderful keep-sake and truly pay tribute to the many events and personalities it has hosted. Walk-through Exhibition

The 125th Anniversary walk-through exhibition is open to the public, Monday - Friday in the Board Room of the Dallas Brooks Centre during normal

DBC opening hours until September.

Deadlines for content for coming issues: Engage 80 - 10 September Engage 81 - 24 September Engage 82 - 8 October Don’t forget, previous issues of engage! Newsletter can be found using the Publications tab in the Freemasons Victoria intranet. Just log in!

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Don’t forget to buy your limited edition 125th Anniversary merchandise. Cufflinks, pins, ties and mugs are all available from 300 Albert Street, East Melbourne or by ordering through the online e-shop on the Freemasons Victoria members intranet.

Nominate your fellow members for the Freemasons Victoria Hall of Fame today! Visit the Freemasons Victoria 125th Anniversary Exhibition at the Dallas Brooks Centre! Contribute towards the Dallas Brooks Centre Commemorative Booklet - photos and information NEEDED!

ON SALE NOW!Freemasons Victoria is proud to support Think Pink and the Blue Ribbon Foundation. Get your Triple Pin Card now for only $20 from Freemasons Victoria and wear these pins with pride.

The Grand Lodge Ceremonial Team will also be taking these Pin Cards with them to jobs if you would like to purchase them at their next visit.

If you would like to order the Pin Cards in bulk for your Lodge, please contact Erin Olsen at erin@freemasonsvic.net.au. Alternatively visit the e-shop on the members intranet to order your pin card online. Selling only until the end of October.

Coppin Hall, Royal Freemasons45 Moubray Street, Melbourne, 3004

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Forgotten your user name or password? To access information from the Members Intranet you will first need to enter a user name and password. Your user name is your six digit member number followed by @freemasonsvic.net.au.

Your password can be reset by clicking ‘Forgot your password’. A new temporary password will be sent to your email address.

Enter your user name and your new password into the login screen.

If you are still unable to log in please contact Tony Morris at morris@freemasonsvic.net.au.

Freemasons Victoria invites you and your guest to a very special CBD business luncheon.

Freemasons in the CBDBusiness Luncheon

Bookings essential RSVP by 3rd September to Erin Olsen:

eolsen@freemasonsvic.net.au or (03) 9411 0107 or register online at www.trybooking.com/96312

When: Tuesday 9 September 2014

Where: Heritage Lounge (Level 1) Rendezvous Grand Hotel 328 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Tickets: $55.00 (includes two-course lunch and beverages)

Special Guest Speaker: Alana Stonehouse - Prosthetist/Orthotist Royal Melbourne Hospital

Alana Stonehouse graduated with a Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics from Latrobe University in 2008 and managed a rural case load at Tasmania’s public P&O service. In 2009 Alana commenced at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, working mainly in rehabilitation and aged care. Currently Alana is the senior Prosthetist in the Amputee Rehabilitation programme and coordinates student supervision. Recently Alana assisted with establishment of the Royal Melbourne Hospital’s upper limb myoelectric programme and is acquiring skills in the provision of high cosmesis silicone facial and digital prosthetics.

Join us as Alana presents on the progress and developments in the field of prosthetics and shares the journey of patient and mother of three Mandy McCracken (pictured above).

Freemasons Victoria is very proud to announce a new award – the Hall of Fame.This prestigious award distinguishes those who have made a voluntary commitment to Craft and community and who stand out from others who have made a valuable contribution.

The Hall of Fame is open to all Freemasons, deceased or currently a�liated and who must be in good standing.

Three awards will be presented at the 125th Anniversary Gala Dinner on Saturday 15 November at a venue to be confirmed.

A new jewel will be struck for Hall of Fame inductees to be worn around the neck on all occasions.

This is your chance to enable a fellow Freemason to shine!The Hall of Fame award will be an annual award and does not compete with or replace any other awards presented throughout the year.Application forms will be available from your Lodge Secretary. Please fill out the application form meeting all of the selection criteria and attaching a photograph of the nominee and send to:

Gabrielle Forman, at Freemasons Victoria, 300 Albert Street, East Melbourne, Victoria 3002.

Submissions must be received at Freemasons Victoria by Tuesday 30 September.If the application being submitted is nominating someone who is deceased, there needs to be a representative present and who agrees to accept the award on that member’s behalf. This person can be family of the member or the Worshipful Master of the Lodge if there is no family to accept.

Good Luck!

Freemasons Victoria is very proud to announce a new award – the Hall of Fame.This prestigious award distinguishes those who have made a voluntary commitment to Craft and community and who stand out from others who have made a valuable contribution.

The Hall of Fame is open to all Freemasons, deceased or currently a�liated and who must be in good standing.

Three awards will be presented at the 125th Anniversary Gala Dinner on Saturday 15 November at a venue to be confirmed.

A new jewel will be struck for Hall of Fame inductees to be worn around the neck on all occasions.

This is your chance to enable a fellow Freemason to shine!The Hall of Fame award will be an annual award and does not compete with or replace any other awards presented throughout the year.Application forms will be available from your Lodge Secretary. Please fill out the application form meeting all of the selection criteria and attaching a photograph of the nominee and send to:

Gabrielle Forman, at Freemasons Victoria, 300 Albert Street, East Melbourne, Victoria 3002.

Submissions must be received at Freemasons Victoria by Tuesday 30 September.If the application being submitted is nominating someone who is deceased, there needs to be a representative present and who agrees to accept the award on that member’s behalf. This person can be family of the member or the Worshipful Master of the Lodge if there is no family to accept.

Good Luck!

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This is your chance to enable a fellow Freemason to shine!

Good Luck!

DALLAS BROOKS CENTRE COMMEMORATIVE BOOKLET

A booklet commemorating the Dallas Brooks Centre is now in production.

The booket will make a wonderful keep-sake and truly pay tribute to the many events and personalities it has hosted.

If you have factual information and/or high resolution images that could be included in this publication, please contact Gabrielle Forman at gforman@freemasonsvic.net.au.

Limited Edition FHA Pin!

Since the late 1930’s the Freemasons Hospital Association has released a special lapel pin for members of Freemasons Victoria and their families who support the hospital. The 2014 pin has been struck to support the Freemasons Hospital Association Scholarship

Program.

There are only 500 of these very special pins!

The cost of each pin is $7.00, a small way you can show that Freemasons care and that our

principles really do make a difference!

Please remember to include $5.00 for postage and handling!!

Please fill out the form below and return with payment to

BEN QUICK C/O 300 ALBERT ST EAST MELBOURNE 3002

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Your Name:

Your Lodge:

Postal Address:

Contact Number:

Number of Pins required:

Payment Amount $ +5.00 P&H Total: $

Please make cheques payable to the FREEMASONS HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

Victoria Police Blue Ribbon

Charity Ball

A great night of dining, entertainment and dancing with fundraising to raise money, money, money for the

Blue Ribbon Foundation.

Babba • Mint 26 • MC - John Deeks

TICKETS Corporate $2000 table 10 or $200 each Members $1750 table 10 or $175 each

To book your tables, tickets or to express your interest contactSandra Bailey on 03 9555 8000 Email sandra@remember.org.au

PALLADIUM AT CROWNFriday 24th October, 2014