WOODTURNERS

OF THE

GOULBURN VALLEY INC A0003352K

VOLUME 29 – No. 2

FEBRUARY 2015

NEWSLETTER

DON McCRABB – PRESIDENT

PHONE – 0404245441

CHRIS HARVEY – SECRETARY

PHONE – 0407320102 CLUB PHONE – 0435940502

POSTAL ADDRESS

P.O. BOX 2071, SHEPPARTON, VIC. 3632 96 PACKHAM ST., SHEPPARTON

W.T.G.V .INC. COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT – DON McCRABB

SECRETARY – CHRIS HARVEY

TREASURER – VERN MARVEN

VICE PRESIDENT – PERRIE BULLOCK

PUBLIC OFFICER - CHRIS HARVEY

WORKSHOP MANAGER – WILLIS MUNDY

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

LINDSAY WHITFORT, LEN TAYLOR,

ATHEL CHAPMAN, TRISH PEDROTTI, GREG THORNE

AUDITOR – JUSTIN HOCKING

NEWSLETTER EDITOR – NORMA HARRISON

ALMONER – LORRAINE NOONAN

PRESIDENT’S PAGE – FEBRUARY 2015

It is quite a challenge to have been pitched into the “hot seat” at short

notice! In its wake has come the responsibility to make a contribution to the Newsletter, so here goes!!

The best feature of President Don’s sudden confinement to hospital has been his return to better health and his presence in the workshop. We wish him well and look forward to his continued improvement and activity in the club.

A big thank you to all those members who gave of their time and use of their equipment last Saturday (24

th Jan) when the club grounds were given a

much needed face lift. It looks so much better! Also, many thanks to those who helped clear the container, re-stack and store timber that had accumulated since the last clear-up. It’s quite amazing how ‘things’ collect and finally get in the way such that clearance and removal becomes an imperative! Thank you Alex for removing and carting the timber from the container to store in your shed.

Once again, it has become apparent that the machine room and its equipment appear to have been used out of hours. The dust collection system and certain attendant machines have been found completely blocked and left choked with shavings, and furthermore, the doors have not been closed/locked nor the security alarm properly set. Obviously, these circumstances carry serious potential consequences for the Club and all its participants. Members are reminded that if you require to use the workshop out of hours, you may do so provided the following procedures are followed:

You obtain the help of a supervisor (2 people are required in the machine room for safety reasons). Phone the President OR Secretary to obtain their permission, giving the date and time of your intentions. Sweep up and empty shavings bin(s) after use. Close and lock all doors and set the alarm system upon departure. These measures are intended to protect all members and their assets. Your co-operation is earnestly sought. Preparations for the Wood-show over the March long week-end are well

in hand, thanks particularly to Len for his orchestrating the organisation of the Show and to Greg for managing the raffle again this year. I hope your individual “show-pieces” are also progressing well.

Best in woodworking Perrie Bullock

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WOODTURNERS OF THE GOULBURN VALLEY INC. 3352K NOTICE OF GENERAL MEETING

To be held at the Clubrooms, 96 Packham Street, Shepparton

Monday 16th February, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.

Apologies

Minutes

Correspondence

Treasurer’s Report

Committee Business

General Business

Door & Raffle – Col Brock, Carl Walker

Show & Tell Chairman – Toby Edwards

If you are unable to attend and do your turn, please arrange prior to the

meeting for someone else to take your place.

APOLOGIES FOR SHOW & TELL PHOTO QUALITY AS THE

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Open 7 days a week

Monday – Friday 9am-6pm

Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm

CLOSED Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day,

Good Friday & Anzac Day

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MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING OF WOODTURNERS

OF THE GOULBURN VALLEY INC.

Held in the clubrooms, 96 Packham Street, Shepparton, 19/1/2015

OPENING: Vice President, Perrie Bullock opened the meeting at 7.30 pm with 39

members in attendance, welcoming members for the new year and explaining the

reason for him chairing the meeting due to Don’s recent hospitalisation.

APOLOGIES: Pam & Rob Henry, Roy Eliason, Marg Brock, Bryan Finlayson,

Helen Mullins, Nina Slade, Ron Betts, total 8. Moved Carl Walker, that the

apologies be accepted, seconded Don McCrabb.

MINUTES: Minutes of the previous meeting as circulated in the newsletter were

accepted, moved Jim Harrison, seconded Ray McDonald.

Buisiness arising from minutes: nil.

CORRESPONDENCE: Since our November meeting we have received 21

newsletters from various clubs and organisations.

Promotional: Furnware Dorset Catalogue, Total Tools hot summer catalogue,

Shepp City Bearings Catalogue.

General: 1.Charlie Camera – Eltham Woodies re cutter for jointer and thicknesser.

2. Aust. Wood Review No. 85. 3. Noel Ryan – re out of order notices, club

procedure of supervisors only, placing out of order notices on machines –

confirmed. 4. Norma Harrison letter of resignation from her position. – Athel is

drawing up a list of duties for the position and members asked to give consideration

to taking over some or all of Norma’s responsibilities. 5. Calendar from Sharman

Stone. 6. Letter of appreciation from Rupe and Dot Brown. 7. Merrigum & Dist.

Historical Soc iety, invitation to demo at their Heritage Day 29th March, 2015. Jim

& Norma Harrison, Nina Slade, Ron Betts & Don McCrabb to attend. 8. Quote

from Spade computers to repair photo copier $809.20.

Out: 1. Street Trader Application for Bunnings BBQ permit. 2. Suzanna Sheed –

invite to draw raffle, awaiting reply. 3. Letter to Scroll Saw organisation re 2016

exhibition indicating our decision to support same. 4. Acceptance to attend Ky

Machinery Rally. Moved Len Taylor that the correspondence be accepted, seconded

Norma Harrison. Carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT: Balance b/f 30/11/14 $9064.37

Receipts $3425.03

$12489.40

Less Expenditure $6177.63

Balance 31/12/14 $6311.77

Moved Brian O’Meara that the treasurer’s report be accepted, seconded Athel

Chapman, carried.

COMMITTEE BUSINESS: 1. Sourcing a supplier of the cutter blades for the

thicknesser & jointer is still an issue and we are currently getting prices from Macro

Weld in Shepparton who are also to provide a price for band saw blade.

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Vern has also been making enquiries with Woodworking Warehouse for a

replacement roller for the thicknesser. 2. Saturday 24th Jan., we are having a

clean up of the timber racks and the outside of the club rooms, commencing at 8

am to beat the heat. Brian O’Meara offered to provide a trailer. 3. Storage is

required for timber from the container until after the Woodshow if any member

has some spare room at home please let us know. 4. The Golding Lathe donated

to the club is for sale – any member interested please contact a committee

member. 5. Photocopier/printer problems were explained by Chris Harvey. Since

it was purchased for around $2500 we have spent almost that again to keep it

operating. Spade Computers have quoted $809.20 to fix the current problem.

The price of $2800 = GST has been quoted for the purchase of a new Kyocera

machine. Chris to make further enquiries before a final decision is made. 6.

Laptop computer for the Treasurer has been priced at around $600 including anti

virus and Microsoft Office software, from Data Parts. Vern to liase with Barry

Hufton re alternate software. 7. Athel Chapman explained to the meeting the

implications of ‘subsidising’ members and the solutions to the impasse. After

some debate it was decided to contact the Local Department of Justice and invite

someone to explain the legal implications of the matter. Athel to follow up.

Enquiries to also be made with the CWC. 8. Club Competition – bud vase of any

size and timber to be judged at the February meeting. 9. It has been decided to

form a sub committee to investigate the current dust extraction system in the

workshop with a view to making recommendations for improvement. John

Wright volunteered to join Perrie & Len on the sub committee. 10. Fire

evacuation procedures are under review. John Wright to approach the local CFA

for advice on what is required. All signs relating to health & safety issues are also

being reviewed and updated. 11. Members were informed of the $1100 donation

towards toy making from local Telstra shop staff and management as a result of a

contact made by Allan Fowler. Telstra staff are also keen to assist in the toy

making process and a strategy is being considered to facilitate this involvement.

Raffle Report: Greg Thorne thanked Bev Clark & Ian Smith for doing a double

shift at IGA and also Vern Marven & Carl Walker for attending Benalla on

17/1/15. To date $671.90 has been deposited into the raffle account.

Woodshow Report: 1. Members Woodshow duties confirmed. 2. Raffle permits

for Mooroopna and Tatura not yet received but verbal approval has been given. 3.

New sponsors banners have been printed. 4. Rocking Horse required for the Kids

Raffle. 5. Alex Trotter to liase with Fruit Growers Victoria. 6. New supply of

free double passes has been printed. 7. Glue and clamps supplies to be ordered

and members asked to bring in 600 ml plastic bottles for the glue. 8. Dates for

roadside billboards to be changed. 9. Old style club shirts have been ordered –

names to go on notice board if new style shirts required. 10. 16 invitation

acceptances from 43 invites received to date . 11. 25th Anniversary

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SHOW & TELL –19/1/2015

CHRIS HARVEY Resin/Wood Bowl and Pendant, unknown timber, Triple EEE.

HELEN TAYLOR House, Pine, Oil finish. Constructed on principle of bandsawn boxes

JOHN WRIGHT 3 Bowls (using Bowl Saver), Walnut, Shellawax finish.

ATHEL CHAPMAN Clock, Southern Silky Oak, Estapol finish.

BRIAN O’MEARA 4 Pens, Blanks from Pop’s Shed, Triple EEE finish.

JIM HARRISON Filigree Pen, Cooktown Iron Wood, Triple EEE finish. Salt &

Pepper Shakers, Macadamia, Haymes General Purpose Clear.

VERN MARVEN 2 Boxes, Spalted Pinoak, Sheoak, Satin Poly finish.

HELEN SMITH Lidded Boxes, White Cedar, Fiddleback Redgum with wooden hinges,

Maple Silkwood and one unknown timber, all finished with Polyurethane.

RAY McDONALD Decorated inserts, and two lidded boxes with inserts, Shellawax.

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(minutes cont. from page 5)

balloons in club colours to decorate the venue. 12. Plastic plates and cup carriers

needed – Norma to follow up. 13. Library display and Collins Bookstore to be

followed up. 14. Advertising is being considered do we go with TV again?, radio.

If any suggestions please speak to Len.

GENERAL BUSINESS: 1. Toy area has been cleaned & tidied. Willis asked

members to make an effort to keep it tidy. 2. Rob Blamey offered to be a

supervisor after Willis reported that we were a bit short and asked for volunteers.

3. John Wright – Eildon Woodies are starting up a toy making day and are keen to

get together and exchange ideas – refer to committee. 4. New sign in sheet has

been drawn up eliminating the need for the two books currently in use. 5. All

members are asked to ensure that they clean up after using machinery even if they

are doing a small job and then going home before the session ends. 6. Two new

members have joined the club – Jayden Thorne and Ben Eliason. 7. Rob Blamey

informed members that there is some Sheoak available from Cooma.

RAFFLE: 1st Jim Harrison – S & P shaker. 2nd Lindsay Whitfort – Morse Taper

cleaner. 3rd Carl Walker – Safety Glasses. 4th Willis Mundy – Cheese Knife. 5th

Col Brock – Merbau Stain. 6th Glenda Thorne – Charcoal Stain. 7th Toby

Edwards – Ear plugs. Meeting closed at 9.35 pm.

DEMONSTRATION – PERRIE BULLOCK

Perrie demonstrated the use of his homemade

Scissor Clamps (otherwise known as panel clamps, or table

clamps). The clamps are made from aluminium “U” shaped

rails drilled with holes along the lengths as anchor points for

the clamping mechanisms, allowing different size panels to

be accommodated. These clamps are particularly useful for

gluing up table tops and panels for a variety of projects.

The demonstration consisted of clamping approx. 10 pieces

of dressed pine about 150 mm wide and 20 mm thick

together to form a pine panel. The aluminium rails work to

keep the board aligned as clamping pressure is applied to

the edge and the face of the boards simultaneously with the

scissor action of the clamps. It is important to have

protective strips both on top and bottom of the panel to

prevent marking the boards. Adjustments can be made to

the edge of the boards with either a mallet or “G” clamp

before cranking the clamps as far as they will go.

Thanks Perrie. Chris Harvey

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Dutchman blades. Pinless are $4.50 a dozen, while

pinned are $6 a dozen. 3” blades are $5 a dozen

Swiss Made Coping Saw Blades available for $5 doz.

We also sell .Mini chucks and mini twist drills.

.Foot Switches for $60

Proportional scales for $9.50 – a handy tool.

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WOODTURNERS OF THE GOULBURN VALLEY INC

APPRECIATES RECEIVING SPONSORSHIP FROM THE FOLLOWING :

MOOROOPNA MITRE 10, FRUIT GROWERS VICTORIA,

SPC/ARDMONA FACTORY SALES, MAXAM PRINTING,

G.V. WEATHERMASTER, and Greater Shepparton Connected

Communities proudly supported by BENDIGO BANK

PLEASE SUPPORT THEM AS THEY SUPPORT US

TO OUR MEMBERS AND ANY OF THEIR FAMILY WHO ARE NOT WELL OR ARE IN HOSPITAL, THE CLUB WISHES THEM A SPEEDY recovery

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Our newsletter can be seen in colour on website.

WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS

Welcome to Junior member Jayden Thorne who joined the club in January,

we hope that he enjoys being a member and learns lots of new skills. Also

welcome to Ben Eliason, grandson of Roy Eliason, who has joined.

SPOTLIGHT ON SAFETY Long Hair

OH & S regulations state that anyone with long hair must wear a hair net or hat

which covers the hair – simply using a hair band is not enough. If you have any

doubts of the concerns, then Google “Hair caught in machinery” and you’ll see

plenty of examples of such accidents.

With that in mind, the Committee have bought a small supply of disposable hair

nets for members to use.

The Club has also obtained a selection of Chipper Caps which are for sale at $5

each. The added advantage to the Chipper Caps is that they are washable and they

do stop a lot of dust in your hair as well.

Chipper caps are available from the office.

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Our display at the Civic Library placed on

Saturday 31st January

90 Allan Fowler

is turning

90

His family are inviting

members of the Woodies

to join them for an

afternoon tea to help him

to celebrate

at

Dancocks Room

Nathalia Community

Centre

Robertsons St. Nathalia

on

Sunday 22nd February

at 2 pm

No gifts please.

Please advise Sue on

0358662284

by

15th February

MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE

Some new members have been seen

starting up machinery before

speaking to a supervisor.

You must speak to a supervisor

before using any machinery in the

workshop.

Willis Mundy, Workshop Manager

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MOOROOPNA LIONS FARMER’S MARKET

Sunday 18th January, 2015

Six of us Woodies assembled and set up at Mooroopna Lions Craft Market.

Jan was busy burning decorations and names on Rollers, Bats, Glenda took

control of toy and raffle sales, Len, minus his bookie stand and loud hailer

spruiked like a baby magpie about to be fed. This left the turning up to Chris,

Neil and yours truly.

New member Lou joined the crew and buzzed about like a blow fly in a space

suit. It’s great to see our new members embracing the challenge.

All up approximately 50 names burnt on items, 3 books of raffle tickets and one

toy were sold.

Thankyou to all involved for their efforts, not forgetting Vern who, after trekking

to Benalla with Carl on Saturday morning, helped me to cut blanks for turning on

Saturday afternoon. Greg Thorne

FRIDAY NIGHT SEGMENTED TURNING

Please note Don Mc wishes to advise that the Friday night Segmented Turning

classes will not resume until after the Woodshow.

HAVE YOU LOST SOME CLOTHING?

On tidying up the timber racks Saturday 24th January, a few items of clothing

were found. Please see if they might be yours. Keep the place tidy!

SOLDIER BEETLES A couple of weeks ago we were inundated with thousands of flying beetles.

They were on the ground, and flying up to the small Eucalypt tree which was flowering,

they were landing on the cars parked out the side door area. Willis said that some that

were on the back of his ute canopy were still hanging on when he got home to Tatura.

On Googling Soldier Beetles, you can find out quite a bit about them. They must lay

their eggs in the ground and then emerge out. They are in the same family as Fireflies

although they do not have glowing backsides.

We seem to get their arrival every year.

WOOD SHOW CARDS AND

SHEETS

These are available in the office

COMING EVENTS Committee Meeting – Monday 9th February

Woodshow Committdee Meeting – Tuesday 10th Feb. 12 noon

General Meeting – Monday 16th February

WOODSHOW 7th/8th MARCH, Sat./Sunday

Kyabram Vintage Machinery Rally 21/22 March. Merrigum 29th March

Bunnings BBQ – 6th April (Easter)

Nth.East Gathering – Albury/Wodonga – 18th April

AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS FROM

WORSHOP AVXL VP GLUE 500 ml

MOBILCER END SEALER 1 litre

JOINING BISCUITS PACK OF 50

DOWELS PACK OF 50 – 8,10 AND 11 mm

WOODSCREWS VARIOUS SIZES

SANDPAPER – BELT, SHEET & VELCRO BANDSAW BLADES MADE TO SUIT

CLUB LIBRARY

BOOKS, MAGAZINES, VIDEOS & DVDS AVAILABLE FOR ONE MONTH LOAN

WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR ROSTER Tues Thurs. Sat.

3/2 Greg 5/2 Vern 7/2 Lindsay

10/2 David 12/2 Perrie 14/2 Carl

17/2 John 19/2 Lindsay 21/2 Ian

24/2 Vern 26/2 Willis 28/2 Greg

3/3 Perrie 5/3 David 7/3 Woodshow

10/3 Carl 12/3Vern 14/3 John

Wednesday p.m. Don McC plus supervisors

Thursdays p.m. Len plus supervisors