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BBQ AT GLEN'S PLACE
What a lovely day!! We rocked up in our party clothes (those who read the newsletter did!) and enjoyed a yummy Morning Tea, a swim in the pool, some serious business, and then some more yummy food cooked supurbly on the BBQ, followed by mouth watering deserts. No need for dinner that night!! I forgot to mention the good company. Glen and Helen threw us out at last, (nobody was very anxious to leave), and we thank them sincerely for hosting our last gathering of the year.
Our Xmas Bowl Appeal - Will go to the Downs Syndrome Association. Members donations will be made up to $100.00 with Guild funds.
STOP PRESS
I have received 2 CPR123 KITS (personal learning programme to update your CPR skills) plus extra face shields. Some members at our July meeting at Mapleton were interested in purchasing these. The cost is $46.20 for the kit plus $10.00 for 12 extra face shields. Please advise ASAP if you require one before Xmas.
Nambour Museum - It was decided to change the Uniform model to the current uniform. Val has supplied a shirt, a pair of shorts will be sourced from the Op Shop, and a maroon scarf, navy belt, and navy cap will be purchased from the Scout Shop. Neville is also planning a new exhibit and the Museum has kindly offered to donate the perspect needed.
Don't forget, the Guiding Display finishes this month - Museum days are Wed and Sat. 1-4.
Cleaning Roster - December - Fay, January - Glen, February - Sonia.
Bribie Island Girl Guides - Upon receiving a request for a donation to upgrade their Guide Hut, it was decided to send $200.00 to assist their efforts. I was very impressed with their plans when I discussed them with a Bribie Island Committee member at the recent Guide Day at the Nambour Museum.
What a good way to celebrate their special year!!
Guild Getaway 2010 - Will be on May 1, 2 and 3rd at Esk Caravan Park and Motel. Bookings can be made to Esk Caravan Park 07 5424 1466 or Motel 5424 1289. Don't forget to mention the BP Guild. Catered dinner on the Saturday evening approx $15.00 – Day trippers will be most welcome. This is a really fun weekend – always enjoyable.
Pacific Cruise - 6 to 22nd September on Superliner Pacific Jewell organised by Moonga Guild- visiting Norfolk Island, Tonga, Samoa, Fiji, etc. 63 Tour members so far, but all the more the merrier. Contact Brett Green on 5482 7855 if interested.
MEMBERS NEWS - Eleanor sent a Birthday Card to Morris in England and was pleased to receive a phone call in return. Peg and Morris are both well and send their greetings.
Sonia's Jim is still in hospital. Their son visited recently from Melbourne which cheered Jim up, I am sure. Our best wishes for a successful recovery.
Bill Rumph contacted me to advise that they had been in a car crash and Lorraine was in Redcliffe hospital with broken ribs. Bill was also badly bruised. They have not had a good run this year with illness, so let us hope that their luck turns around for 2010..
HAPPY BIRTHDAY To Neville for the big 70. I know you will enjoy your special day.
Dates for 2010 (Yes, I know it's a bit early, but it will be New Year before you know it!!!)
Friday 22 January - Maroochydore Scout Den or Picnic Point. (You will be advised)
Saturday 6 February - Catering for Suncoast Region Scout Seminar.
Friday 26 February - Founder's Day at Rocky Creek Campsite, Landsborough.
Saturday 20 March - State Country Meeting at Wellington Point, south of Brisbane.
Friday 26 March - Meeting at Yaroomba.
Friday 23 April - BBQ boat trip on Maroochy River.
1/2/3 May - Guild Getaway at Esk Caravan Park.
Friday 28 May - Meeting at Noosa Botanic Gardens, Lake McDonald, Cooroy.
Friday 25 June - AGM Dunethin Rock.
A HAPPY AND HOLY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYBODY - SEE YOU IN 2010.
Deck the halls with boughs of holly, fa la la la la la la la
Tis the season to be jolly, fa la la la la la la la …………
(Gee, this sack is heavy!!!)
Phone - 5492 7337
Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
International Fellowship Day
was celebrated on Friday 30 October, at Roma Street Parklands. Six of our members were in attendance and enjoyed a great day with other Guild and Trefoil members. After a welcome by State Guildmaster John Laverty and Trefoil’s Pat Kingsford, we were sent on a mystery tour of the Spectacle Gardens, and then we settled down to a BYO picnic lunch and a chat – a very long chat. It was lovely to catch up with so many other Guild members, many of whom also attend the annual Guild Getaway Camp, and also to meet new members. Thanks to John and Pat for arranging the day.
By the way, congratulations to the incoming State Executive, and thanks for all your efforts to the outgoing Office Bearers. We do appreciate the time expended by those involved.
NAMBOUR MUSEUM CELEBRATES 100 YEARS OF GIRL GUIDES
The Guide display is still in the main Exhibition Room but will be replaced early next year by a “Riding for the Disabled” display. So if you haven't viewed this yet please make the effort to visit the Museum either Wednesday or Saturday afternoons 1.00 to 4.00pm. And encourage all your Guiding friends to come along too. (The museum will open for Group Visits)
Cleaning Roster - November-Sonia, December- Fay, January- Glen.
Promotions - The boys, Trevor and Neville, were again advertising Scouting, Guiding and Guilding at Kawana Shoppingworld on 15 October. This week (5 Nov) will be their last day for the year, but they have lined up all their dates for next year. We can only hope that putting Scouting and Guiding before the general public increases membership in these Associations. Thanks to Trevor and Neville for all their efforts this year.
Some Scouting news
MEMBERS NEWS
Welcome home to the Gang of 4 – Fay, Audrey, Pat, and Eleanor. I believe you had a fabuluous time in Tasmania. We look forward to your photos and stories. As we have not had the chance to catch up with Val and George, please bring your photos too.
Sonia's Jim had a heart attack two weeks ago but thankfully has now improved enough for more treatment on his leg and hip. Jim is soldiering on and Sonia is right there beside him. We wish you all the best in the weeks ahead and to Jim, a speedy recovery.
Bill is slowly recovering from his recent illness, and Lorraine is studying how to be a good nurse!!! Just kidding. All these little set backs are just sent to try us. Just think what old age will be like!!
XMAS Break-up BBQ - Friday 27 November 2009 - 10am to --?-
Yes, folks, we are going to wear our best party clothes and rock up to Glen’s place for a BBQ. Glen has a heated pool so bring your togs if you are so inclined.
Please bring - Morning Tea to share, and a dessert. (Glen is supplying the BBQ)
Besides the fun and games there will be a short business meeting to wrap up the year.
So come one, come all, to Glen's Place:- (Apologies to Secretary please) (14 Chiltern Court, Nambour)
Some dates to put on your 2010 Calendar
6 February - Catering at Rocky Creek for the Suncoast Scout Region Seminar
26 February - Founder’s Day Service
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Phone - 5492 7337
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Gympie Celebrations
Five of our members travelled to Gympie to join in the “100 years of Scouting in Gympie” celebrations. We were not disappointed. Thirty members of Brisbane Gang Show performed for over an hour on stage and it was great entertainment. This was followed by a delicious buffet luncheon.
The event was well supported by State and local Scouting personnel, Guild members from Brisbane, and the Mayor and citizens of Gympie. Well done to Moonga Guild for staging such a successful event. There will also be a book published on the 100 year history of Gympie Scouting and this will be launched in Feburary 2010.
A "must read" for any old "Gympie" Scouts.
Four of our members will be travelling with Moonga Guild to Tasmania this month for a 10 day tour. I think they will need their warm coats and umbrellas as it was "raining snow" in Hobart today. Nevertheless I am sure they will enjoy the trip and have many tales to relate on their return.
NAMBOUR MUSEUM CELEBRATES 100 YEARS OF GIRL GUIDES
The Display in the main Exhibition Room was excellent but unfortunately this day was not well supported by local Guiding and the general public. Four of our members were present and Trevor and Neville erected our Promotion display which we use in the Shopping Centre. At lunch time Regional Commissioner, Monica Elliott, ceremonily cut the 100 year Anniversary cake and all present joined in singing Guiding campfire songs.
It is to be hoped that this Exhibition will attract more former and present Guiding members in the months to come. The Exhibition will stay in place until Xmas.
If you are passing through Nambour, why not drop in and visit the Display. The Museum is open Wednesdays and Saturdays – 1pm to 4pm.
Cleaning Roster
October - Glen
November - Sonia
December - Fay
Promotions - Trevor and Neville were again at Kawana Shoppingworld on 10 September advertising Scouting, Guiding, and Guilding. Well done, boys. It must be hard work drinking all that coffee and chatting up the public!!!
MEMBERS NEWS - Lorraine and Bill Rumph did not go travelling as planned. Instead Bill ended up in hospital having five by-passes. He is now home and being well nursed by Lorraine. We wish him a speedy recovery, but he will not be well enough to attend Guild meetings for a while yet.
Sonia’s Jim is still in hospital, and is making slow progress. We wish him a good recovery also.
Eleanor, Pat, Audrey, and Fay will be travelling to Tasmania with Moonga Guild, and I am sure will have a jolly good time. Val and George are back from England and no doubt, by now, recovered from the ‘flu and jet lag.
September Meeting cancelled - We were to meet at Finnish Park. However only four members were able to attend so we will visit this venue in 2010.
Future Dates
Thursday 8 October - Promotion at Kawana Shoppingworld.
Friday 30 October – International Fellowship Day at Roma Street Parklands.
Thursday 5 November – Promotion at Kawana Shoppingworld
Friday 25 November - Xmas BBQ at Glen’s place.
Friday 29 January 2010 - Australia Day meeting.
Saturday 6 February - Suncoast Region Scout Seminar. (Sunshine Guild catering)
Next meeting (International Fellowship Day) - is Friday 30 October 2010 at Roma Street Parklands 10am to 2pm in conjunction with Trefoil. It will be BYO everything and some activities are being planned. Sunshine members living up the coast are encouraged to either car pool or go by train.
Apologies to Secretary please.
Just a couple of jokes for you to share:-
Q. Why are there only 18 letters in the alphabet?
A. Because ET went home in a UFO and the CIA went after him.
Q. What is long and green and turns red slowly?
A. A cucumber holding it’s breath.
Phone - 5492 7337
Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
Visitors 3 - Wildflowers 1
After a week of extreme heat in August, all the wild flowers we came to see at Currimundi Lake had withered, except for some large masses of white shrubs and wattles which were beautiful. On the walk around the Lake we enjoyed the peace of the bush and the song of the many small birds feeding on the low heath. In the background was the serenity of the Lake with the crashing of the surf in the distance. This Conservation Park is an oasis amid the very busy Sunshine Coast and worth a visit in any season
Now to the three visitors - Pam from New Zealand Trefoil joined us for the morning. Pam is on a long holiday which she enjoys every year and has promised to return next year. Isbel from Canada emailed us from the Website and particularly remembered Pat Dryden from a conference held in Canada some time ago. Isbel filled us in on what her Guild does in Canada. They are a Scout Leaders Guild, and it is a natural progression when a Leader does not have a weekly commitment they join the Guild, so most of her Guild is still associated with the Scout Movement. Jenny Nelson joined us to talk on her recent visit to Malaysia. Jenny and Col enjoyed the hospitality of local Guilders and experienced the sometimes frustration of “Malaysian time”. Nevertheless they were impressed by the local Scouting and Guiding folk and especially the smartness of their uniforms. Thank you to our three visitors for a very entertaining morning.
This celebration will be held on Saturday 12 September 2009 10am to 4pm and thereafter at the usual Opening times on Wednesdays and Saturdays 1pm to 4pm. So if you can’t get to the Opening, try and visit on another day. Admission of $5.00 includes a “cuppa”. Wear your Guild Scarf to advertise our Guild. (there is a new car parking area next to the Museum).
We are hopeful that we will be allowed to mount our Guild Promotion on the day, as we promote the local Girl Guides at Kawana Shoppingworld every month.
Granny’s Pantry - Fay, Sonia and Irene attended this event, which was a very interesting display of recipes and hints from days gone by with a delicious afternoon tea afterwards – a celebration of Seniors Week.
Meanwhile Neville placed the last perspect panel on the Wall Unit which features the book “Aids to Scouting” which lead to the writing of “Scouting for Boys”.
Cleaning Roster - September – Fay; October- Glen; November – Sonia.
Promotions - Trevor and Neville continue to promote Scouting, Guiding and Guilding in Kawana Shopping World. They usually have an interesting day with lots of chat and coffee, and fielded inquiries for Caloundra, Kawana and Buderim Scout Groups. The District Commissioner for Beaver Masters has asked them to particularly recruit Leaders in their next promotion on 10 September. Donations were $26.60- every little bit helps towards our funds.
We were very sad to hear that our Patron, Elizabeth Daniels, passed away early August. Elizabeth worked very hard for the community in the role of a Councillor for 11 years and was involved in many Organisations on the Coast, and as such, brought many skills to her role as President of the Guild.
In her usual no fuss fashion, there was no funeral, but we were advised that her ashes would be scattered on Saturday 22nd at the park named after her. Six of our members turned up to find that the ceremony had been postponed until the following day. Four members were able to return to witness the scattering of half of the ashes. (As some relatives were not present, there was to be another ceremony at a later date). Fay very kindly spoke on behalf of the Guild. Thank You to those who attended on these days. We will always remember Elizabeth as a great friend of the Guild and remember the tinkle of her little bell as she called us to order – we were sometimes a very unruly bunch!! Vale Elizabeth Daniels who has gone home.
Sonia’s Jim has had an op to remove his hip and is not responding to treatment as well as was expected this time. Our best wishes for his recovery.
Holidays – Val and George are in England visiting Peg and Maurice. We expect a full report on their return. Glen is to venture south for a holiday later this month.
Members News
Eleanor has visited Elizabeth who is now back from hospital. Thank you Eleanor and Audrey for keeping contact with Elizabeth. Val and George are looking forward to their Overseas Trip and leave on 16 August. It must be the season as quite a few members are off on holidays soon.
Five members attended Rod Smith’s funeral in Nambour. Rod was an icon in Nambour being involved in Scouting for sixty-five years plus Rotary, his Church, and many other Associations..
DATES TO REMEMBER
Thursday 13 August – Promotion at Kawana Shoppingworld.
Friday 28 August - Meeting at Currimundi Lake, Wurtulla.
Saturday 12 September - Nambour Museum – Girl Guides celebrate 100 years.
Friday 25 September - Meeting at Finnish Park, Pacific Paradise.
Friday 30th October – International Fellowship Day at Roma Street Parklands.
Friday 27 November – XMAS break-up BBQ at President Glen’s place.
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Regional Scout Seminar - This was to be held on 21 November. I have just received word that this Seminar has been transferred to 6th February 2010. The Guild again has been asked to cater. Luckily we had only just started to organise this Service Project.
Gympie Centenary Badges - I have now received these for those who ordered them. They are $2.50 each and can be purchased at our next meeting.
Nambour Scout District Luncheon celebrating 100 years of Scouting in Nambour District will be held on Sunday 4th October at Dunethin Rock Scout Campground. Cost is $20.00. So far Glen, Neville and I will be attending. RSVP 20 Sept. with payment to Glen.
Moonga (Gympie) Guild Luncheon to celebrate 100 years of Scouting in Gympie will be held on Saturday 3rd October 2009. Neville and I will be attending. Please contact me for more details.
Memories of Guiding Order form is available for those interested.
Future Dates
Thursday 10th September – Promotion at Kawana Shoppingworld.
Saturday 12 September - Nambour Museum – 100 years of Girl Guides.
Friday 25 September - Meeting at Finnish Park, Pacific Paradise.
Saturday 3rd October - Luncheon at Gympie
Sunday 4th October - Luncheon at Dunethin Rock
Friday 30 October - International Fellowship Day at Roma Street.
Friday 27 November – Xmas BBQ at President Glen’s place.
OUR NEXT MEETING Will be on Friday 25 September 2009 at Finnish Park, Pacific Paradise. for a shared Morning Tea, and BYO lunch, hats, chairs.
Apologies to Secretary please.
Phone - 5492 7337 Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au Magnificent Mapleton For our July meeting we gathered at Christine Long’s residence at Mapleton. It was a beautiful day with a cool breeze and we were grateful for the warm sunny spot in Chris’s garden for Morning Tea. Then David Thomas (well qualified in first aid) led us into the Education Centre where we revised our CPR skills and learnt again about some of the illnesses of our age group that require immediate action – strokes, Angina, Heart Attacks- such serious subjects but David has the right touch to make it entertaining and therefore easy to remember the important details. Next was lunch on the terrace with a view over the mountain range (the breeze had dropped and it was soooo warm in the sun), followed by a general meeting- again in the Education Centre. & A big thank you to David and Christine for a lovely day. (Christine is an Education Consultant and Tutor and heads the Mapleton Falls College and David and Christine are both Uniform Leaders attached to Qld Scout Headquarters.) It is Annual General Meeting time again, so congratulations to all the new Executives, and thank you to our Val and George who have attended meetings on behalf of Sunshine Guild. The State Guild Annual Meeting is on Sunday 16 August at Queensland Scout Centre at 2pm. All are welcome to attend. We again have supported two guests to Scout Agoonoree, and will receive an invitation to a Morning Tea. Please advise me if you are interested in attending this. Trevor and Neville continue to promote Scouting, Guiding, and Guilding at Kawana Shoppingworld. It was pleasing to hear that this promotion has resulted in new members in Kawana Scout Group. As usual many conversations were held through the day with supporters of the Movements. Our little donation box is adding to Guild funds. Thank you to Fay, Glen and Sonia for cleaning the Scout Room at the Nambour Museum. Sonia is rostered for August, Fay for September, and Glen for October. This celebration will be held on Saturday 12 September 2009 10am to 4pm. Admission of $5.00 includes a “cuppa”. Come along and support our local Girl Guides. Guiding began in Nambour in the early “thirties” so there will be plenty of memorabilia to see and good times to remember. If you have anything you would like to contribute please contact Veronica Richmond on 54414532 or Di Jaques on 54411032.. Seniors’ week 2009 is celebrated at Nambour Museum with “Granny’s Pantry”. – 15 August and 17 to 22 August from 1:00 to 4:00pm. Come along and see the display of historical recipes, kitchen and laundry items of the past, demonstrations etc. Admission $5.00 includes A/Tea. Members News Eleanor has visited Elizabeth who is now back from hospital. Thank you Eleanor and Audrey for keeping contact with Elizabeth. Val and George are looking forward to their Overseas Trip and leave on 16 August. It must be the season as quite a few members are off on holidays soon. Five members attended Rod Smith’s funeral in Nambour. Rod was an icon in Nambour being involved in Scouting for sixty-five years plus Rotary, his Church, and many other Associations.. DATES TO REMEMBER Thursday 13 August – Promotion at Kawana Shoppingworld. Friday 28 August - Meeting at Currimundi Lake, Wurtulla. Saturday 12 September - Nambour Museum – Girl Guides celebrate 100 years. Friday 25 September - Meeting at Finnish Park, Pacific Paradise. Friday 30th October – International Fellowship Day at Roma Street Parklands. Friday 27 November – XMAS break-up BBQ at President Glen’s place. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ A little story - “Leaving Home” Six year old Matthew decided that he’d had enough. “I’m leaving home!” he told his mother (my cousin, Cathy). And he knew where he was going: Italy! “Who’s going to cook your meals, Matthew?” his mother asked. “I am,” replied Matthew. “Who’s going to wash your clothes?” Cathy persisted. “I am,” came the confident reply. “And who’s going to love you?” Matthew dropped his bravado, ran and grabbed hold of his mother and hid his crying face in her lap. “I’m not going to Italy!” he declared. (The next morning, his unsympathetic younger brother – all five years of him – greeted Matthew with “Hmmph! I thought you were going to Italy today.”) OUR NEXT MEETING will be on Friday 28 August. at Currimundi Lake. Meeting at 10.30am for a shared Morning Tea, and BYO lunch. Bring hats, chairs. Apologies to Secretary please. |
Phone - 5492 7337
Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
Heritage Day at the “Rock” - We ordered a beautiful day and that is what we got!! 37 members from other Guilds and special visitors gathered at Dunethin Rock Scout Campground for a memorable day – beginning with Morning Tea, then a guided walk along the Heritage Pathway (which represents 100 years of Scouting), a walk up to Dunethin Rock for a view of the surrounding Sunshine Coast, then lunch and a Guest Speaker- Regional Leader Guides Monica Elliott related her recent trip to Antarticia.
Of course Val set up her famous Stall with wonderful items and Trevor had erected our Display which we take to Shopping Centres each month, and both these activities were well patronised. We thank Nambour District Scout Assoc. for the delicious food and use of the campground. And thank you all those special visitors and Guild Members for spending the day with us. A big BRAVO to the State Guild for organising the bus trip.
A special thank you to Glen for organising the day, and Debbie Scott (one of the artists involved in the Pathway) for attending and sharing her expertise.
After the visitors left we held our Annual General Meeting which was chaired by District Commissioner Nambour Scouts, Pam Budge. Thank you Pam.
The new Executive is as follows:-
Patron – Elizabeth Daniels
President – Glen Thiess Vice-President – Fay Chant
Secretary – Irene Underwood Treasurer - Neville Underwood
Welfare – Eleanor Clifford Promotions - Trevor Pitt
Trading Table – Val Chiverton Delegate to State – Glen Thiess
Our Guest Speaker, Monica Elliott, was presented with a cheque for $100.00 for Sunshine Coast Guiding, and Nambour Scout District will be presented with a cheque for $100.00 for use of their campground for the day.
Members who have not paid their Annual Fees as yet, please contact me re joining for another year. The fee is $25.00.
We have received invitations to AGMs for Allawah, Valley, Peninsular, Toowoomba and State Guilds. Southern Cross held theirs on the 18th June and we wished them well for another year. Val and George and Glen are doing their best to attend some of these. Thank you for representing Sunshine Guild.
Members News
Our Patron, Elizabeth, has been in Nambour Hospital but hopes to be home shortly. Audrey has visited her and she is in good spirits. Thank you Audrey and Eleanor who regularly visit Elizabeth on our behalf.
It was good to see Sonia at our Dunethin Rock Day, and thank you for helping to sell the Raffle tickets which netted $110.00. Fay and Glen donated all the prizes which were well received. I hope Audrey is having fun eating her prize.
Fay’s Geoff is on the mend after a few weeks of illness, and we wish him a speedy recovery.
Once again Val has excelled in convening the Trading Table, and together with contributions from other members, the proceeds from the day was $167.00. Well done everyone. Some of us are not gifted and just do the buying.
The boys put up the display at Kawana Shoppingworld on 11 June and although the day was fairly quiet, found enough people to chat to. We collected a small sum in donations which all adds to our finances.
Fay cleaned the Scout Room in the Nambour Museum this month – Glen is rostered for July, and Sonia for August. The Museum people are very appreciative of our efforts. Neville and I will be adding to the display shortly and mounting perspect on the wall unit, which will reduce some of the dusting surfaces. The Guide Display is on track for September and we look forward to their exhibition.
News from England – Peg fractured her knee cap but is mending well. Maurice is well.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Trevor for 3rd July. We hope you enjoy your special day.
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Open Day at Nambour Museum – Neville and I were assisted by Fay and Sonia. This is always a lovely day with many Scouting yarns being told in our Scout Room. Some adjustments will be made to our display with funds coming from the Nambour Museum Committee.
The boys again spent a day at the Shopping Centre - They always have plenty of stories about people who they meet who stop to look at the Display. Thanks Trevor and Neville. (They are good patrons of Donut King too)
Members News - Sonia’s Jim is home from hospital and we hope he is feeling better soon.
It was lovely to enjoy Eleanor and Pat’s company again after their three busy months away.
Glen and Helen are overseas and no doubt enjoying all the sights.
We hope Lorraine and Bill did not have too much to clean up after they were marooned in their home by floodwaters.
We extend our best wishes to Elizabeth our Patron. Eleanor and Audrey are taking it in turns to visit Elizabeth who is always welcoming and keen to catch up with the Guild.
Pat’s new E-mail address is; pat.cliff@aanet.com.au
Notice to those crafty members - we will be setting up a stall at Dunethin Rock on 17th June. Val convening – all contributions welcome.
Future Dates to remember
Friday 24 July - Meeting at Mapleton at Chris Long’s place. (map enclosed)
Chris has a working studio where David will assist us to refresh our CPR.
Meet at 10.00am for shared Morning Tea, BYO lunch.
(hot water, coffee, tea etc supplied)
Sunday 16 August - State Guild AGM.
Friday 21 or 28 August - Guild meeting ????? (suggestions for rest of year please)
Saturday 3rd October - Gympie Guild Dinner celebrating 100 years of Scouting in Gympie.
OUR NEXT MEETING will be on Friday 24 July. Apologies to Secretary please.
Phone - 5492 7337 Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au Heritage Day at the “Rock” - Against a background of roaring and spectacular surf we gathered in a lovely little picnic area and enjoyed coffee, chat and laughter before getting down to business in a meeting. Over the preceeding days over 12 inches of rain fell at Caloundra alone, and some of our Guild members had been and were still flooded in, at Sandstone Point and Beachmere. So it was only a small group that met and finalised details of coming events. Little did we know that all our local beaches were to change dramatically with this week’s King Tides. The sand that was lost will no doubt be restored by mother nature in the months to come…………….. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We are all looking forward to hosting the State Guild Visit to Dunethin Rock on Wednesday 17 June – all 39 of you who will be in the bus and other visitors as well. The campground is a picture with all rainwater tanks overflowing. You can be sure of a very warm welcome. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat (we hope to have one of those beautiful Sunshine Coast Days) The day will begin at 10am, or thereabouts, with Morning Tea. For catering purposes, those coming in cars please ring me ASAP on 5492 7337. It is expected that this will be a short meeting to present Reports and formally induct the Executive for 2009-2010. District Commissioner Pam Budge has kindly consented to preside for us. There will also be some special visitors just for lunch and the AGM. The story of Agnes King. Agnes King lives in Yandina and some weeks ago phoned our President, Fay Chant, asking for assistance. It seems that Agnes read our recent article in the Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper and thought the Guild would be able to help her find information regarding a Scout Award her father received in Scotland in 1915. This seemed an impossible task, but through a former member of Qld Scouts Heritage, we secured the address of the Scout Archives at Gilwell Park in England. Agnes wrote to them and received a prompt reply and photocopies of documents relating to the Award and even a copy of a photograph. “Sea Scout Robt McRory of 1st Dunbarton Troop saved a man from drowning on 22 April 1915, and so was awarded a (Gilt) Medal of Merit on 28 June 1915.” Agnes was so pleased to know the details that she came to the Open Day at Nambour Museum where we were manning the Scout Room, to thank us personally. We were pleased of course to be able to assist her, so you never know where that newspaper article will lead!!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Open Day at Nambour Museum – Neville and I were assisted by Fay and Sonia. This is always a lovely day with many Scouting yarns being told in our Scout Room. Some adjustments will be made to our display with funds coming from the Nambour Museum Committee. The boys again spent a day at the Shopping Centre - They always have plenty of stories about people who they meet who stop to look at the Display. Thanks Trevor and Neville. (They are good patrons of Donut King too) Members News - Sonia’s Jim is home from hospital and we hope he is feeling better soon. It was lovely to enjoy Eleanor and Pat’s company again after their three busy months away. Glen and Helen are overseas and no doubt enjoying all the sights. We hope Lorraine and Bill did not have too much to clean up after they were marooned in their home by floodwaters. We extend our best wishes to Elizabeth our Patron. Eleanor and Audrey are taking it in turns to visit Elizabeth who is always welcoming and keen to catch up with the Guild. Pat’s new E-mail address is; pat.cliff@aanet.com.au Notice to those crafty members - we will be setting up a stall at Dunethin Rock on 17th June. Val convening – all contributions welcome. ====================================================================== OUR NEXT MEETING will be on Wednesday 17th June at Dunethin Rock. Members to meet at 9.30am wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat. Program for the day – 10.00am – Morning Tea, Heritage Pathway, Lunch with guest speaker 2pm. AGM. (apologies to Secretary please). Cost for M/tea and lunch is $10.00. |
Phone - 5492 7337 Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au We honour Anzacs. On Anzac eve members gathered at Shelly Beach, Caloundra, to walk the Anzac Pathway around the headland. At the lighthouse there were various Naval memorials, the main RSL memorial was next, and then the Centeur Memorial. The Pathway is edged with plaques of individual Servicemen who fought in all Wars, and the Rank, theatre of War, and Branch of Service make very interesting and sad reading, especially when so many members of the same family were involved. We honour them all. If you have not visited this part of the coastline you have missed out on something very special.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ On a more light hearted note, those who attended Guild Getaway at Crows Nest had a wonderful weekend. The fellowship was great, activities fun and interesting, Dinner on the Saturday night at the Camp Restaurent excellent, Guilds Own well conducted and thoughtfull, and we even have a great new card game to teach everyone. Altogether a weekend of good memories and friendship. Bring on 2010. We will be there!!! We have a wonderful program lined up - You will enjoy Morning Tea, viewing of the Heritage Pathway, Lunch and Guest Speaker, then for the adventuruous, a little walk up to the Rock or down by the River. (You will need to walk off the delicious lunch). For those not walking – more entertainment- plus our famous Handcraft Stall. A bus is leaving Brisbane (contact Brenda Cull by 31/05/09), but if you wish to drive yourself, the cost for Morning Tea and Lunch is $10.00. RSVP 10/06/09. Pat Dryden has advised that a special matinee for retired folk is being held on Wednesday 8 July at 1pm. Gang Show is always worth supporting and if you are interested, we may be able to arrange a visit. Pat Dryden has advised that a special matinee for retired folk is being held on Wednesday 8 July at 1:00pm. Gang Show is always worth supporting and if you are interested, we may be able to arrange a visit. I am holding information re “Girls Celebrate” – a camp for members especially “Centenary Grannys” being held on 4-6 September. Anybody interested? Thanks to Neville, Glen and Trevor for assisting over Easter. ANNUAL FEES – These are now due. Last year it was $ 25 for BP Guild members, and $20 for Trefoil/Guild members. -; This year may be a slight increase. Please pay at our May Meeting. Sad to hear that Sonia’s Jim is in hospital again. We wish him a speedy recovery. I visited Elizabeth in Allora Lodge and she is bright and cheerful but not mobile. If you get the chance, pop in and see her. Glen and Helen are about to take off overseas – we wish them a safe journey. Lorraine and Bill are now the picture of good health and looking forward to more travelling this year. Thanks to all those who contributed to the craft stall at Crows Nest, especially Val. A very nice sum of money was added to our bank account. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Lorraine for 21 May. May you have a very special day. Saturday 16 May - Open Day at Nambour Museum. Friday 22 May (please take note) - Meeting at Point Perry, Coolum. Wednesday 17 June - State Guild visits Dunethin Rock and Sunshine AGM. Friday 24 July - Meeting at Mapleton – Chris Long’s place -CPR update. Our next meeting is on Friday 22 May at Point Perry, Coolum. Picnic area is at the Point. Meet at 10.30am for a shared M/Tea, Business meeting and BYO lunch. Bring a chair and hat. Come and enjoy the friendship and the view. Apologies to Secretary please. |
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Great gathering at Gympie.
Nine of our members attended the State Country Meeting at Gympie on 28 March, and were warmly welcomed by Moonga Guild (Gympie) to the Gold Mining Museum. The Gathering included members from Allawah, Karawa, Stephens, Southern Cross, Valley, Samford, Sunshine, and Moonga Guilds, and not forgetting of course, the State Guild Executive who are drawn from the previous mentioned Guilds. First item on the Agenda was a delicious Morning Tea, very much appreciated by all the travellers.
The business of the day was highlighted by first hand reports from all Guilds present. Then followed an appetising lunch and a tour of the Scouting Hall of Memories. Mention should be made of this excellent display maintained by Moonga Guild, and especially the mounting of the "Kings Colours". In all, a wonderful day of Fellowship, and we thank the hosts, Moonga Guild.
(This is Sunshine Guild's meeting for March, and we will endeavour to car pool).
We will meet at the Gympie Historical Museum Cafe, Lake Alford (Brisbane Road) at 10 to 10.30am for M/Tea followed by a State meeting. Lunch is 12 noon, then we will inspect the Scout Museum, and especially the Kings Colours. Cost is $15.00. Eight members are attending so far and a cheque has been forwarded to Gympie Guild. It is not too late if any other members decide to attend.
Please contact Fay or myself.
NAMBOUR MUSEUM
Glen is on roster to clean the Scout Room. On 18th March a Heritage Course will be conducted for Cub Scouts of Nambour District - Staff programs have been distributed, and we will meet at 5pm on that night. Thank you all in advance.
On 9 May the Museum will feature "The Making of Queensland" - with displays from all the organisations and clubs of Nambour. If you can assist, please contact the Museum or Barbara Want on 5441 2083. This is the Museum's biggest fund raiser of the year and deserves our support.
State Storm Appeal -
This fund originally was collected for the Guild members affected by the serious storm at The Gap in Brisbane. At the State meeting it was decided to allocate funds to members of the Guild at The Gap, Ingham Scout Group (Floods in North Queensland), and the Victorian Scout Association (for victims of the Bushfires). Thanks to all members who contributed.
NAMBOUR MUSEUM - A successful Heritage Course was conducted by Qld Scouts Heritage and members of the Guild for Woombye and Palmwoods Cub Scouts (22 Youth members) on 18 March. This Course was constructed to enable these youth members to obtain their Local History Badge. Thanks to all who assisted with the Course on the night. A cheque for $52.00 has been forwarded to the Museum being the profit for the night. Sonia is on roster to maintain the Scout Room this month.
Guild Promotion - Trevor and Neville manned the display in the Kawana Shoppingworld Centre on 12 March. The boys spend a lovely day talking to all the shoppers and some even made a small donation. I am sure their very presence in the shopping centre promotes the very best of Scouting, Guiding, and Guilding.
GUILD GET-A-WAY So far Neville, Irene, Fay, Audrey, Val, George, Lorraine, and Bill are attending, and all have nominated for the dinner on Saturday night. I have been told that all cabins in the Caravan Park have been booked, but the Motel (opposite) has a very good special going for those who do not have their own caravan etc. Come and join us if you can.
News from other Guilds - (Secretary holding details
23 May - An Elegant Afternoon Tea by Southern Cross Guild at Chelmer, Brisbane.
3 or 10 October - Gympie Dinner to celebrate 100 years of Scouting in Gympie.
2010 Grand Pacific Cruise hosted by Gympie Guild - expression of interest forms available.
18 May - "Biggest Morning Tea" hosted by Peninsula Guild at Clontarf.
20 May - "Biggest Morning Tea" hosted by Allawah Guild at Ipswich.
8 July - Special Matinee Brisbane Gang Show in Brisbane.
Future Dates to remember:
Saturday/Sunday 11/12 April - Kiwi Woggle Camp, Dunethin Rock, Nambour.
Friday 24 April - Meeting at Shelly Beach, Caloundra. Anzac Heritage Walk.
2/3/4 May - Guild Getaway, Crows Nest.
Friday 22 May - Meeting at Pt. Perry, Coolum.
Wednesday 17 June - State Guild visits Dunethin Rock. Sunshine Guild hosting.
- - - - Sunshine Guild AGM afterwards.
Friday 24 July - Meeting at Mapleton - Chris Long's place - CPR update.
September - Guides will be celebrating 100 Years in the Nambour Museum.
Our next meeting is on Friday 24 April at Shelly Beach, Caloundra. (Picnic area is at the end of King Street on the beach) Meet at 10.30am for a shared M/Tea, Business meeting and BYO lunch (BBQs available). After lunch we will walk or drive round the Headland Walk to visit the main RSL Memorial, Centeur Memorial, Naval Memorials at the Lighthouse, and view the inserted plaques along the walkway. Bring a chair, hat, and walking shoes. Apologies to Secretary please.
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN - "CARRY ON"
Phone � 5492 7337
Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
Founder's Day - Thinking Day.
Nine members and three visitors gathered at Rocky Creek Campground, Landsborough, for Morning Tea followed by our Annual Thanksgiving Service in our dedicated Guild Chapel. Afterwards we planted two trees to add to the many that were planted some years ago and are thriving.
We then adjourned to the "Paroo" shelter for some entertainment in the way of Scout and general knowledge questions with the Quiz Machine and there was great competition amongst those present.
No prizes though, only fun and laughter as we guessed the answers.
After a BYO lunch, members planned the next six months of fellowship. All hands then helped to "clean up" the shelter to end another successful Guild meeting and outing.
Special thanks;
To our visitors, David and Christine from Scout H.Q. Training Team, and District Commissioner Scouts - Nambour - Pam, for attending. Also to Glen, for preparing the Service, Trevor and Fay for assisting on the day, and to Sonia, who chose and obtained the trees.�Sonia also added a name to our Honour Board which has been rehung in the Paroo Shelter.
Rocky Creek campsite is a picture at the moment. We have had some good rain on the coast and all is green. If you are thinking of a venue for your next activity, Rocky Creek is worth considering. It is situated at Landsborough, just before you climb the range to Maleny.
(This is Sunshine Guild's meeting for March, and we will endeavour to car pool).
We will meet at the Gympie Historical Museum Cafe, Lake Alford (Brisbane Road) at 10 to 10.30am for M/Tea followed by a State meeting. Lunch is 12 noon, then we will inspect the Scout Museum, and especially the Kings Colours. �Cost is $15.00.
Eight members are attending so far and a cheque has been forwarded to Gympie Guild. �It is not too late if any other members decide to attend.
Please contact Fay or myself.
NAMBOUR MUSEUM
Glen is on roster to clean the Scout Room. �On 18th March a Heritage Course will be conducted for Cub Scouts of Nambour District - Staff programs have been distributed, and we will meet at 5pm on that night. Thank you all in advance.
On 9 May the Museum will feature "The Making of Queensland" with displays from all the organisations and clubs of Nambour. �� If you can assist, please contact the Museum or Barbara Want on 5441 2083. This is the Museum's biggest fund raiser of the year and deserves our support.
Guild Promotion;
Trevor and Neville manned the display in the Kawana Shoppingworld Centre on 12 February. There were some enquiries but more people were just looking at the display. It is surprising how many people used to be in the Scout and Guide Movements and have fond memories of their time there. However this is not translating into Guild membership and it seems that it will only be personal invitations to join us that will advance our membership.
Guild Getaway - Please book your site/cabin by contacting Crows Nest Caravan Park on 4698 1269. ��Dinner on the Saturday evening is $17.50.
Please advise Brenda Cull on 3841 2896 or Jenny Nelson on 3390 4459 if attending.
Members News - Our thoughts are with members battling illness and we wish them a speedy recovery.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY; To Pat for 23 March and to Eleanor for 5 April.
We wish you all the best on your special days, and many more birthdays.
Future Dates to remember:
Saturday 28 March��-��Gympie (State Guild Meeting)
Saturday/Sunday 11/12 April - Kiwi Woggle Camp, Dunethin Rock, Nambour.
Friday 24 April - Shelly Beach, Caloundra. Anzac Heritage Walk.
2/3/4 May - Guild Getaway Crows Nest
Friday 22 May - Pt. Perry, Coolum.
Wednesday 17 June - State Guild visits Dunethin Rock. ��Sunshine Guild hosting.
Friday 24 July - Mapleton Chris Long's place - CPR update.
Our next meeting is on Saturday 28 March at Gympie. ��Apologies to Secretary.
Phone � 5492 7337
Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
Cruising down the River on a Friday afternoon:-
Eight members gathered for the meeting at Noosa on a truly beautiful day.
About midday we boarded a riverboat and enjoyed the Canal and River Cruise, motoring down the Noosa River to Hastings Street, the River entrance, Noosa Sound and canals, and explored the nature reserve near Weyba Lake. The water was so clear I thought we were back on a Pacific Island, and I have seen quite a few this last year.
A lovely start to our Guild year and we can highly recommend this delightful and relaxing activity.
FOUNDER'S DAY/THINKING DAY:-
This will be held on Friday 27th February 2009 at Rocky Creek Scout Campsite, Landsborough.
We will commence at 10.30am with Morning Tea, then a Thanksgiving Service in the Guild Chapel, followed by special activities and a BYO lunch.
This is an open invitation to all our Guild friends to join us for part or all of the time.
Bring a cup, chair, hat, lunch. Sunshine members to bring generous morning tea to share. Tea, Coffee etc. will be provided. (Sunshine members to have a meeting after lunch).
COUNTRY MEETING - GYMPIE - SATURDAY 28 MARCH 2009:-
At the Gympie Historical Museum Cafe/Restaurant, Lake Alford (Brisbane Road), commencing with Morning Tea 10 � 10.30am followed by a meeting.
Lunch .. 12 noon, followed by inspection of Scout Museum.
Cost is $15.00 per person.
This is our meeting for March and we will endeavour to car pool for transport.
Please pay Neville on Founder's Day or you can send a cheque, payable to Moonga Sub Branch Baden-Powell Guild, to Mr. Don Butler, 2 Main Street, Gympie Qld 4570 by 23 March.
GUILD PROMOTION-
Trevor is busy promoting local Scouting, Guiding, and Guilding in Kawanaworld Shopping Centre about once a month.
As a former Leader in Scouting he is able to supply responsible information, and has fielded numerous inquiries for local Scout and Guide formations.
&nbdp;Thank you, Trevor, for taking on this service.
NAMBOUR MUSEUM:-
As requested we have made a commitment to clean the Scout Room once a month.
Fay, Glen, and Sonia have taken on this roster.
Sonia has also re-touched a Scout painting and this will be rehung shortly.
On 18th March, Irene, Neville, Glen, Trevor and Sonia will conduct a Heritage Course at the Museum for Cub Scouts from Nambour District.
In September there will be a special display celebrating 100 years of Guiding and 100 years of Scouting in Nambour.��More information closer to the time.
MEMBERS NEWS:-
Audrey has visited Elizabeth in Allora Nursing Home and as usual she has a keen interest in all Guild activities. Our thoughts are with members battling illness and we wish them a speedy recovery.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY:- To Val for 14th and George for 28th February. We hope you enjoy your special days.
GUILD GET-A-WAY - Don't forget�-�Crows Nest 2/3/4th MAY.
SPECIAL DATES TO REMEMBER:
27 February - Founder's Day/Thinking Day
18th March - Heritage Course in Nambour Museum.
28 March - Guild Country Meeting � Gympie
10 � 13 April - Kiwi Woggle Camp, Dunethin Rock
24 April - Guild meeting
2/3/4 May - Guild Getaway � Crows Nest
22 May - Guild meeting
17 June - State Guild visits Dunethin Rock
Our next meeting is on Friday 27 February at Rocky Creek.��Please wear Guild shirt and scarf.
Apologies to Secretary.
And finally � a chuckle
Q.��What�s yellow, brown and hairy?��A���Cheese on toast dropped on the carpet.
Q.��If a steamroller ran over Batman and Robin, what would you have.��A�-�Flatman & Ribbon
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Merry Xmas at Morayfield - Eleven members and two visitors celebrated the end of the year at Morayfield Tavern. It was time to come down the coast to visit our members, Lorraine and Bill, who live at Beachmere, and on their recommendation we gathered at Morayfield Tavern for a delicious lunch which was enjoyed by all.��Thank you Lorraine and Bill for arranging the day.
For our Xmas Bowl this year, we accepted a recommendation by the State Guildmaster and have donated $100 to the State Guild Storm Appeal which will assist Guild members affected by the recent storms. ��Thank you to all members for contributing.
Another event of note was The Presentation of the Kings Colours. ��This was held on 22 November in Gympie and involved sponsorship by individuals to finance the remaking of the Kings Colours Banner. ��The Governor of Queensland, Ms Penelope Wensley re-created the Ceremony held in 1912 by presenting the Colours to Scouts Queensland Chief Commissioner, Mr. Maurice Law, who in turn presented the Colours to Gympie Scouting to be preserved in the Scouting Hall of Memories in Gympie.
Congratulations to Moona (Gympie) Guild on a highly successful event.��All who attended were impressed by the organisation and no doubt this day will be remember in Gympie for some time. It was good to see so many Guild members there who had travelled from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.
Members News� - ��Elizabeth has been transferred from Coolum Waters to Allora Nursing Home at Maroochydore. Thanks, Audrey, for keeping us up to date on this. Val and George are enjoying another holiday!! It�s nice to see that Bill is on the road to recovery from his very sore thumb.��Fay is currently enjoying a holiday at Tin Can Bay.
Neville and Irene attended the Communication Day at Nambour Museum and checked the Scout Room. ��Eleanor and Pat received a certificate from the Governor at Gympie for being sponsors of the Kings Colours. We are also appreciative that Glen travels to Brisbane to represent Sunshine at the State Guild Meetings.��Sonia has been busy with family and friends visiting.
Trevor and Neville manned the Promotion at Kawana Shoppingworld for Scouting, Guiding and Guilding. As well as advertising the Guild, we are conducting an information service for local Scouting and Guiding.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO Glen for 17 Jan and Fay for 25 Jan. We hope you enjoy your special day.
A recent article was published in the Sunshine Coast Seniors newspaper re Maurice Foot receiving his Guild Award. I will endeavour to submit an article every month- pick up your local copy!
Guild Getaway �� Some of us have been lucky enough to get a booking in the Caravan Park. For those �motelling�, the State Guildmaster is making enquiries with the motel and will advise in the new year.
Nambour Museum� - For those passing the museum on a Wednesday or Saturday afternoon, please call in and check the Scout Room. Next year is Nambour�s 100 Years of Scouting and also Nambour District will host the �Kiwi Woggle� competition camp at Dunethin Rock over Easter.��We may be called upon to support this event so put the dates of Easter Saturday and Sunday in your diary.��In September 2009, Guiding celebrates 100 years, and the museum may be hosting a �Guide Exhibition�. ��This may also need our support.
Our first meeting for 2009 will be on Friday 30 January at a mystery location. You will be advised early in the new year.
Until then, May you all have a happy and holy Christmas.���And I will leave you with a little story ������----
The story goes that some time ago a mother punished her five year old daughter for wasting a roll of expensive gold wrapping paper. Money was tight and she became even more upset when the child used the gold paper to decorate a box to put under the Christmas tree.
Nevertheless, the little girl brought the gift box to her mother the next morning and then said, �This is for you, Mummy.�
The mother was embarrassed by her earlier over reaction, but her anger flared again when she opened the box and found it was empty. She spoke to her daughter in a harsh manner. �Don�t you know, young lady, when you give someone a present there�s supposed to be something inside the package?�
The little girl had tears in her eyes and said, �Oh, Mummy, it�s not empty! I blew kisses into it until it was full�. The mother was crushed. She fell on her knees and put her arms around her little girl, and she begged her forgiveness for her thoughtless anger.
An accident took the life of the child only a short time later, and it is told that the mother kept that gold box by her bed for all the years of her life. Whenever she was discouraged or faced difficult problems, she would open the box and take out an imaginary kiss and remember the love of the child who had put it there.
In a very real sense, each of us, as human beings, have been given a Golden box filled with unconditional love and kisses from our children, family, friends, and GOD. There is no more precious possession anyone could hold.
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Email: nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
Yes, just like the saga, we were blown away at our meeting at Picnic Point, Maroochydore.��George assumed the role of paper weight during the business part, and the wind was so cold, we all elected to sit in the sun to hear tales from our travellers during lunch.��Congratulations to the local Council for upgrading this park with new amenities and picnic areas.��Next time we might bring our fishing rods.��Even the fish would be happy to eat here.
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During last week we received one happy phone call from Peg and Maurice Foot who were �absolutely thrilled� for Maurice to receive his Baden-Powell Star Award at the Guild International Fellowship Day in Ringwood, England.��Peg and Maurice have now settled into their new home, and the address is Oakmount Rest Home, Narrow Lane, Poulner, Ringwood, Hampshire, CH243EN
for those who wish to send their best wishes.��Both are well and being cared for very well by their family. We must acknowledge all the good work of Jenny Nelson, the former Australian Guild Master who had the contacts in England and was able to post the Award in time.
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Congratulations also to Pam Beasley (Allawah Guild) on the Order of the Southern Cross Award.
PRESENTATION of the KING'S COLOURS - This event will be held on 22nd November 2008 At Gympie Civic Centre, Mellor Street, Gympie, commencing at 10.30am.��Baden-Powell Guild members have been asked to wear suitable attire and official scarves. The Colours will be presented by Her Excellency, The Governor of Queensland, Ms Penelope Wensley AO.��The ceremony will conclude at approx. 1pm.��Moonga Guild is hoping for a good representation from all Guild members.��Neville and I, Glen, Pat and Eleanor are attending so far, and would encourage as many other Sunshine members to attend as possible. RSVP 14 November. Kings Colours Info here.
INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP DAY � This was held at the Guide Museum at Geebung and although small in number, the Guild members who attended enjoyed the day.��I have been advised that the Museum has wonderful displays and is a credit to the organisers.��Anyone who wishes to visit should contact Noela Carr on 3273 6899 or e-mail: n.carr3@bigpond.com
STOP-PRESS � Contrary to what you may have read in the papers, we have been officially advised that Qld Scouting has not discussed, considered or researched the possibility of providing sex education for their Youth Members.��The Chief Commissioner stated �It is disappointing the Sunday Mail and Courier Mail would print articles containg such unfounded fallacies and information�.��Unfortunately we can probably not expect a retraction of the written article, it wouldn�t be news!!
MEMBERS NEWS � We welcome Pat back from his trip to W.A. with Moonga Guild, and Eleanor who is now able to �get around� as her leg heals.��It was good to see Val is in good health after her recent Op. Bill is still nursing a very sore thumb and we hope he will have good news soon about treatment.��Elizabeth is in reasonable health, and although not able to attend our last meeting, sends her warm regards.��Thank you Audrey for keeping us in touch with Elizabeth.
For our Guiding members � Share your memories of events, stories and pictures of Guiding in Australia and contribute to this wonderful Centenary project.��Every entry will be considered to make a collection of 100 stories covering our first 100 years.��A low cost book will be printed and ready for your 2010 Celebrations. I have all the details if you are interested!!
NAMBOUR MUSEUM has a special day on 15th November 10am onwards to celebrate the coming of the telephone to Nambour.
COMING EVENTS �
22nd November 2008 � Presentation of King's Colours in Gympie.
28th November 2008 � Xmas luncheon at Morayfield Tavern � details below.
30th January 2009 - Sunshine Guild celebrates Australia Day.
20th February 2009 � Founders Day at Rocky Creek.
28th March 2009 - Guild Country Meeting at Gympie.
24th April 2009 - Guild meeting.
�2,3,4th May � Guild Getaway at Yarraman � leaflet enclosed. (accommodation going fast)
XMAS LUNCHEON - Morayfield Tavern, Cnr Morayfield Road and Michael Avenue (opposite shopping centre).��Entrance is in Michael Ave, then drive around to front car park.��Meet at 12 noon for 12.30 lunch. Cost is $19.95. Dress � Guild shirts and scarves plus. Don't forget the XMAS Bowl appeal for your favourite charity (ballot).��Apologies a week before to Secretary.
Phone � 5492 7337
Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au
SEPTEMBER IN THE MAROOCHY BUSHLAND BOTANIC GARDENS � The gardens are lovely at this time of year, and were enjoyed by all present.
The overseas travellers return � after a marathon 76 day cruise, we were happy to be back in Oz. We visited 28 ports which gave us just a taste of many countries, enjoyed the ship, �The Sun Princess�, enjoyed the company and the food, and especially being waited upon.
What a shock to have to make our own bed, and we miss the chocolates on the pillows. After two weeks, can�t believe we ever went. But if you visit us, you may have to view some of the DVDs we brought back of the whole voyage.
Thank you to Pat who stepped in to do the Secretary�s job while I was away.
Our former member, MAURICE FOOT, has received an Australian Guild Award. This will be presented to Maurice in England at a Guild International Fellowship Day Service in Ringwood, where Maurice and Peg now live.
Maurice had given many years of Guild Service and Sunshine Branch nominated him for this Award. We are pleased and proud that this has come about, and look forward to a first hand report and even some pictures of the event.
Centenary of Scouting and Guiding Lunch hosted by Stephens Sub-Branch was a huge success as reported by our members, Lorraine and Bill. Well done Stephens.
Other Guilds AGMs � Val and George once again represented us at Peninsular, Allawah, and Valley AGMs, and were joined by Glen at the State AGM. Glen is now our official delegate at State, and attends the bi-monthly meetings.
We thank all these members for ably representing our Guild in the wider Guild family.
Picnic in the Park as hosted by Qld Scouts Heritage was held at Samford this year. Thanks to Guild members it was a reasonable success. There will be another day next August, again at Samford. Perhaps we can put it on our calendar. The Park was looking particularly beautiful last weekend as we attended a camp there.
International Fellowship Day � will be held on Saturday 25 October at the new Guide Museum � Bowden Park, Geebung (entrance via Akaroa St) 10am to 2pm. BYO lunch, chair, cup (morning tea, hot water, tea, coffe, etc provided).
Guild Getaway � 1-4 May 2009 Yarraman Caravan Park. Always a good weekend, and from here you can visit the South Burnett on day outings. (Sect. has more information)
State Country Meeting 2009 will be held in Gympie on 28 March. (details to be advised)
MEMBERS NEWS - Our best wishes go to Val as she undergoes an operation, and to Bill as he struggles with his injury. Eleanor is nursing a �crook� knee and has sent Pat on holiday with Gympie Guild to Western Australia. Fay is enjoying a holiday in Sydney.
In the middle of our cruise we welcomed a Granddaughter, Sophia Christina, and she is a bundle of joy. By the time we got back she was smiling and ready for lots of cuddles.
NEXT MEETING will be on Friday 24 October at Picnic Point, Maroochydore � 10am to 10.30am � Morning tea to share, BYO lunch. ���-��� Apologies to Secretary.
(We are not meeting at Bribie Island as Bill and Lorraine cannot attend, and Val will be recovering after her operation)
Please bring your ideas and costings along for our XMAS luncheon, as we celebrate the end of the Australian Scouting Centenary year, and welcome the 100years of the Girl Guide Movement.
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Yes, we learnt all about how to treat our rubbish with a very entertaining address by Sandie Johnston of �Waste Alert�. We also recycled our Executive, at this, our AGM. Some of us just changed seats, and others will �carry on� for another year. Welcome to Glen, who is now in charge of Vice. We look forward to your input!!! Again, we enjoyed a glorious day as we met at The Spit, Mooloolaba, and completed our morning activities with a Fish and Chip luncheon.
Thank you to our visitors. We value your friendship.
25 JULY MEETING - Picnic Point, Maroochydore. 10 to 10.30am M/Tea to share and BYO lunch.
Come and enjoy a winter�s morning on the River.
22 AUGUST MEETING � Dunethin Rock Scout campground on the Maroochy River. 10.00 to 10.30am. M/Tea to share (hot water provided), BYO lunch. Come and view the new Heritage Pathway to which we donated.
26 SEPTEMBER MEETING - Maroochy Botanic Bushland Gardens. 10.00to 10.30am M/Tea to share. BYO lunch. The new schulpture garden is a treat, and enjoy springtime in the bush.
State Guild AGM � Sunday 17 August at 2pm. Guildmasters meeting at 11am. Venue � Scout H.Q. at Auchenflower.
Picnic in the Park � an event being held in Baden-Powell Park, Samford on Wednesday 20 August, 10am to 2pm. Morning tea served all day, but BYO lunch. Visit the Heritage Centre, join the Historical walk around the Park, fun activities. Free shuttle bus from Ferny Grove Station at 10.07am, 10.35am, and 11.05am, returning to the Station at 12.58pm, 1.28pm, 1.58pm, and 2.28pm. To reserve your seat ring Allan Newland on 3349 6281. Otherwise there is plenty of car parking available. (Held in conjunction with Seniors Week)
Stephens Sub Branch is hosting a Centenary of Scouting Lunch on Sunday 14 September at Redlands Bowls Club at 12noon. Cost $25.00pp for two course lunch. Enquiries to Lesley Mitchell on 3821 2196.
Also Stephens is visiting the Abbey Museum on Saturday 9 August. Cost $5.00pp BYO M/tea & lunch.
All are welcome to join Stephens for this day. RSVP Brenda Cull 3841 2896.
CONGRATULATIONS to Valley Guild for offering to assist in the staffing of the Baden-Powell Heritage Centre at Samford, and also for donating towards new equipment. It is very much appreciated by all those who are connected to Scouts Heritage.
Beaver Masters Scout District AGM - Neville and I attended this meeting at Rocky Creek on behalf of the Guild. It was pleasing to note that although this District does not have a District Commissioner at present, all Groups now have a Group Leader and seem to be running well.
Val and George are back from their Alaskan Cruise and enjoyed their time overseas.
Sonia�s Jim has been back in hospital, and we wish him a speedy recovery.
Elizabeth has also been in hospital again, but hopes to be well enough to visit her daughter in Laidley for a couple of weeks rest.
Peg and Maurice are packing and will visit their son in Victoria before leaving Australia for good and retiring in England. We will present them with a photo and signed card as a memento of their years with Sunshine Guild.
Just as we return from our cruise, Eleanor and Pat leave for Western Australia with the Moonga Guild, and we wish them a lovely trip.
Best wishes to Lorraine as she battles a �crook� knee.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Trevor for 3 July, and Bill for Sept. 14. We wish you all the best for your special day.
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The next meeting will be at Picnic Point, Maroochydore on 25 July.
Apologies to Fay.
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We gathered at a great little spot � good shelter and BBQ � just behind the sand dunes at Yaroomba (opposite Coolum Hyatt) with a board walk to the beach where the surf was breaking evenly � a magnificent morning. Sadly this was our farewell to our two oldest members, Peg and Maurice Foot, who are returning to England to live. So this time was very special as we �caught up� with each other over Morning Tea and a BBQ lunch, all catered for by Eleanor and Pat. To commemorate the occasion photos were taken, which we hope will be a nice reminder to Peg and Maurice of their friends in the Guild.
However we found time to finalise the details of our AGM and plan future meetings. All thanked Eleanor and Pat for the delicious food, as we left this little special picnic spot.
*���Sunshine Guild AGM � Friday 27 June 2008. - 10.00am at The Spit, Mooloolaba.
Morning Tea will be followed by AGM, Guest Speaker, Sandie Johnson from Maroochy Waste Alert, then BYO lunch.
Please bring generous Morning Tea to share, Thermos of hot water, cup, hat, and chair. (All Annual fees to be finalised on this day, please.)
**���Nambour Museum Open Day 17th May - A special day with the unveiling of the �Eudlo� a cane train recalling the importance of sugar cane to the District. Neville and I manned the Scout Room where we always have interesting conversations with people who �were scouts�. Fay and Geoff organised glass shelves in our Wall Unit which gives us more display room. And we mounted two new displays � one of the Guild Scarf, and the other one a Guild Shirt (for overseas travel).
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Celebrating 100 years of Scouting in Australia � As part of the Scout State Good Turn, we have voted to donate $100.00 to Wesley Research. This will be sent directly to Scout H.Q.
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#���The Opening of the Guide Heritage Museum - This took place on 10th May 2008. It is situated in Geebung and open 2-4pm on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month for a trial period and also by appointment.
##���GUIDE ROUNDUP � Fay attended this event on 19 April in Nambour. It was well attended, the Guest of Honour being the State Commissioner. The Regional Commissioner gave a well presented power point demonstration. Brownies and Guides entertained with songs and handcraft, and all enjoyed a nice supper.
###���MEMBERS NEWS - Elizabeth is home again after a stay in hospital. We wish her a speedy recovery. Trevor is back from his holiday down south. Val and George are enjoying their holiday in Alaska and we look forward to some great stories on their return. Lorraine and Bill were �surprised� by their family and are celebrating a Birthday and Wedding Anniversary. Congratulations on these milestones.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Peg Foot for 9th June and Audrey Conway for 24th June. May you both enjoy your special days.
~ ~ SOME DATES TO REMEMBER ~ ~
���27 June - Sunshine AGM
���25 July - Sunshine meeting at Picnic Point, Maroochydore.
��� 9 August - EKKA display by Scouts, Main Arena at 1pm.
���20 August - �Picnic in the Park� � Scouts Reunion Heritage Day, Samford.
���22 August - Sunshine meeting at Dunethin Rock Scout Campground
���26 September � Sunshine meeting at Maroochy Botanic Gardens
SOMETHING TO PONDER - How to grow a Scout Leader
First plant seven rows of P�s: Promptness, perseverance, preparation, participation, presence, purity, and performance.
Next, plant three rows of squash: squash unfairness, squash criticism, squash indifference.
Then plant seven rows of lettuce.
1. Let us delegate responsibility.
2. Let us give assistance whenever necessary.
3. Let us recognise the importance of pooling ideas and encourage full and free ideas, and
encourage full and free discussion before decisions are made.
4. Let us appreciate and respect the attitudes of other people.
5. Let us encourage cooperation.
6. Let us arrive in advance of scheduled meetings, with all materials needed.
7. Let �us� be prepared.
No garden is complete without turnips: .. Turn up for meetings; Turn up with enthusiasm; Turn up with new ideas; Turn up with a smile;
The harvest is one terrific Scout Leader
Phone � 5492 7337 Email nev&irene@flexinet.com.au Our boat trip on the Passage was in turn, calm and choppy, fine with showers. The Captain taught us about the waterways as we chugged merrily along. Afterwards we gathered on the foreshore for a BBQ lunch and braved the wind and the rain. It�s amazing how many people you can fit under a BBQ shelter!! There was much laughter in battling the adverse conditions, and everyone voted the day a �winner�. State Guild Country Meeting � Four of us attended and enjoyed a spirited meeting and a lovely lunch. It is always interesting to learn about other Guilds� activities through their reports. Thanks to Southern Cross Guild for hosting the day. Guild Getaway � Neville and I attended this wonderful weekend in Toowoomba. We talked, laughed, shared meals, morning and afternoon teas, visited gardens and markets, worshiped together at a Guilds Own, dined at the City Golf Club, and renewed old friendships. Toowoomba Guild joined 40 of us �in camp� (motel rooms, cabins, caravans, and motor home) for the Dinner. It was truly food, fun, and fellowship. Bring on next year! ******************************************************************************** ANNUAL FEES ARE DUE THIS MEETING - $25.00 per Baden-Powell Guild Member $20.00 per BP/Trefoil Guild Member ******************************************************************************** Our visit to Curtis Coast Guild � On 26 April, Neville and I visited Curtis Coast Guild (Gladstone). After a delicious morning tea we were honored to be present when members received their Long Service Badges � 50 years to Ruth Burns (President), and Long Service to many others, totalling 450 years. Congratulations to you all. After a celebration lunch, we then, in our Scouting job, inspected the �Log Cabin� which Leaders from Calliope Scout Group and the Guild are hoping to turn into a first rate Museum. We wish you all the best for this project. Thank you Curtis Coast Baden-Powell Guild for your generous hospitality. Nambour Museum News - First of all, thanks to members who assisted in dismantling the Scouting Centenary Room. We also installed a wall unit in our main Scout Room to assist with display and storage. Thanks to Fay and Geoff. YOU ARE ALL INVITED to The Nambour and District Museum Heritage Week Celebrations to be held on Saturday 17 May 10am to 4pm. Admission of $5.00 includes morning/afternoon tea. The day features the unveiling of the freshly restored steam locomotive � �Eudlo� (Cane train), plus Businesses of the Past, and Pioneer Families. Members news � Elizabeth is still not in the best of health and we hope she is able to join us again soon. Sonia is back from holidays but she and Jim have been battling the �flu. Audrey is still limping and some of us are looking forward to practising physio on her knee at the next meeting!!! We hope Trevor is enjoying his holiday, and Peg and Maurice are looking forward to a visit from their relatives out from England. Val and George are on their way to Alaska for their Anniversary Holiday. Happy Birthday to Lorraine for 21st May. We hope you enjoy your day. Next meeting will be Friday 23 May at Yaroomba. We will meet in a park at the end of Warragah Parade (nearly opposite the entrance to Hyatt Regency) at 10.00 to 10.30am. Morning Tea and lunch will be provided and will cost $5.00. Please bring a cup, a thermos of hot water, a chair and your hat. Eleanor and Pat will be catering. Please bring your ideas for a guest speaker at our AGM this year. Apologies to Secretary please. Some dates to remember � 22 May � Allawah Guild�s Biggest Morning Tea � details on request. 25 May � Palmwoods Scouts Movie afternoon at Caloundra Cinema commencing at 1pm. With a sausage sizzle � Movie latest �Indiana Jones� begins at 2pm. 27 June � Sunshine AGM at Mooloolaba 9 August � EKKA display by Scouts, Main Arena at 1pm. 13 September � 100th Anniversary of Scouting Dinner. Details later. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN AT YAROOMBA "CARRY ON" |
Phonenbsp;5492 7337 Emainev&irene@flexinet.com.au /center>HAPPY AUSTRALIA DAY Of course our Australian Morning Tea featured damper, lamingtons, scones, and even Bert Hinkler Cake. After a short meeting, long chat and BYO lunch, we finished off those tasty dampers, thanked Sonia and Jim for hosting the day, and left their peaceful surroundings. Afterwards we met at Nambour Museum and dismantled our display in the main exhibition room. We still retain our original Scout Room, and another small room featuring 100 years of Scouting will be dismantled after Easter. Thanks to all who worked hard on this display. ======================================================================= We received a letter from the Secretary of Nambour Museum, Barbara Want. "I would like to express our Museum Member�s sincere appreciation for mounting the terrific Scout Display in the Nambour and District Museum. Unfortunately, wet weather upset the opening day, but we have had a number of visitors since who have commented favourably about the display. It was amazing to hear so many people pointing to photos of their old Scouting mates and Scout Masters etc. It also evoked lots of happy memories for those ex Scouts from other areas. We hope the members of the Guild will continue this association." ======================================================================= Our 2007 Xmas Lunch was enjoyed by all and through our Xmas Bowl, a donation of $100 will be forwarded to the Down Syndrome Association of Queensland. We have also confirmed a donation of $156.00 will be sent to Doctors Without Borders for payment of Midwife Kits. MEMBERS NEWS - We were sad to learn that one of our former members, Dulcie Corney, passed away on 3/01/08. Dulcie had given 50 years service to Guiding, Trefoil, and BP Guild. Elizabeth, Val, and Lorraine, are all on the sick list, and we wish them all a speedy recovery. Bill, I believe, has "new eyes", and is now all seeing. Well done, Bill. Happy Birthday to Fay for 25th January, and Val for 14 February. We hope you enjoyed your day, Fay, and you will enjoy your day, Val. Founders Day 22/2/2008 - Rocky Creek Campsite, Landsborough. We meet at 10.00am. 10.30am - Official Morning Tea 11.00am - Founders Day Service 11.30am - Morning Activity 12.00noon - BYO lunch 1.00pm. - Sunshine Guild Meeting. Please bring generous Morning Tea to share, cup, BYO lunch, chair, and hat. (Tea, coffee etc will be supplied). Wear Guild Shirt and Scarf. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OTHER DATES TO REMEMBER 14 March - Meeting with Valley Guild at Moffat Beach, Caloundra. 13 April - State Country Meeting at Toogoolawah (more info to come) 18 April - Meeting and Boat Cruise at Caloundra 3/4/5 May - Guild Getaway at Toowoomba. And finally � from the Department of Education � Ireland Examination paper 1975 � time allowed � seven (7) weeks. One extra week allowed for reading this paper. Answer any two (2) questions. (apologies in advance to the Irish) 1. Who won World War Two? 2. Who came second? 3. What is a silver dollar made of? 4. Spell the following; (a) dog (b) car (c) carrot (d) cat. 5. What time is the news at ten on? 6. Who built Stevenson�s Rocket? 7. Write down the numbers from one to ten. (marks deducted for every number out of sequence) 8. What musical instrument did Phil the Fluter play? 9. Name the winning jockey in the 1972 Greyhound Derby? (Bring your score to the Next meeting) 10. In the 1973 Sheep Dog Trials, how many were found guilty? UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN AT ROCKY CREEK - "CARRY ON!" |
FEBRUARY 2008 Phone � 5492 7337 Email; nev&irene@flexinet.com.au FOUNDERS DAY CELEBRATIONS After a delightful Morning Tea, Members and Friends gathered together in our dedicated Guild Chapel at Rocky Creek Scout Campsite, Landsborough, to remember the lives of Robert and Olave Baden-Powell, (Chief Scout and Chief Guide of the World) on this their birthdays, 22 February. The Chapel, situated in a bush glade, was a wonderful setting for our Remembrence Service, and this year we featured 100 years of Australian and Queensland Scouting which all began with the book "Scouting for Boys". We continued on this theme in the "Paroo" Pack Shelter with a visit to the Samford Scout Museum by way of taped music and short yarns. In closing our eyes for better effect, some people even had a little sleep, which was perhaps inevitable in the heat of the day. However all were awake when we celebrated Morris�s 80 Years of Scouting and Guilding with a special cake. (thanks to Eleanor). WELL DONE MORRIS. To cap off the day, we formally welcomed Glen into the Guild. Welcome Glen. State Guild Country Meeting � will be held on Sunday 13 April 2008 in Alexandra Hall, Cressbrook Street, Toogoolawah. Morning Tea followed by a meeting at 10.30am, then lunch at 12.30pm. Cost $10.00. This event is hosted by Southern Cross Guild. Please advise at our next meeting if you will be attending so that we can forward a cheque for the catering. Guild Getaway � 3rd, 4th, and 5th May at the Motor Village Caravan Park, Toowoomba. It was a great turn out last year and all enjoyed the fun and fellowship. Bookings for accommoation at the Caravan Park on 4635 8186, and for the Dinner on Sunday night, ring Jenny Nelson on 3390 4459. ======================================================================= Dismantling of the Scout Centenary Room at the Nambour Museum. Proposed date is Friday 28 March. Please advise at our next meeting if you are able to assist. Members News - Elizabeth reports that she is on the mend and we hope to see her at our next meeting. Lorraine is still having trouble with her �crook� ear � we hope the recent visit to the Specialist has opened up new avenues of treatment. Fay has moved into Nambour to experience �City Living� and is fine tuning her bowling skills. Eleanor and Pat are expecting a new grandchild any day. All our best wishes go to Mum and baby. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to George, on 28 February. We hope you enjoyed your day. Muffins at Moffat with Valley Guild on Friday 14 March 2008. We will meet at the shelter shed (on the lake) at Moffat Beach at 10.00am Please bring Morning Tea to share (Muffins, or whatever else takes your fancy), spare hot water, BYO lunch, chair, and hat. We will be hosting Valley Guild who will be visiting the Sunshine Coast that weekend, and we look forward to a great morning of fellowship. Apologies please to Secretary. Dates to remember - 13 April - State Country Meeting at Toogoolawah 18 April - Sunshine Meeting at Pelican Waters 3,4,5 May - Guild Getaway at Toowoomba. 23 May - Sunshine Meeting at Elizabeth�s Place at Coolum. 27 June - Sunshine AGM And some fun stuff - When Church announcements go bad! � The Fasting and Prayer Conference includes meals. � The sermon this morning: "Jesus Walks on the Water". The sermon tonight: "Searching for Jesus". � Ladies, don�t forget the rummage sale. It�s a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands. � Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community. Smile at someone who is hard to love. Say "Hell" to someone who doesn�t care much about you. � Don�t let worry kill you off � let the Church help. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN AT MOFFAT BEACH - "CARRY ON" |
MARCH-APRIL 2008 Editor � Irene Underwood Phone - 5492 7337 Email- nev&irene@flexinet.com.au ======================================================================= Dismantling of the Scout Centenary Room at the Nambour Museum. For those who are able to assist, we will meet at 9.30am on Friday 28 March. There is also a little bit of work to do in the main Scout Room, so we will probably bring some lunch. ======================================================================= State Guild Country Meeting � Sunday 13 April 2008 in Alexandra Hall, Cressbrook Street, Toogoolawah. Morning tea followed by a meeting at 10.30am, then lunch at 12.30pm. Val, George, Irene and Neville will be attending. Southern Cross Guild will be hosting. Australian Scouting Celebrates 100 years � Have you been to the Post Office to buy the special Scout stamps and coins. I hope all Sunshine members received their special post marked Scout stamp with the last newsletter. Trevor was lucky enough to win our monthly raffle of a special fifty cent Scout Coin. The Australian Fellowship of Former Scouts and Guides has donated shirts which were worn by their members who travelled overseas to conferences to our Scout Museums in Queensland and Interstate. This organisation is the umbrella for BP Guilds, St.George Guild and Trefoil Guilds. We will be placing a shirt in Nambour Museum with a suitable inscription. Members News Elizabeth is not in the best of health and we hope she will be fit enough to join us again soon. Audrey has a �crook� knee which we hope is improving. Eleanor and Pat went to Sydney to welcome another grandchild- we hope all went well. Sonia has been on holiday in the Blue Mountains, and Trevor is to go south to visit his son. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to; Pat for 23 March Eleanor for 5 April Sonia for 23 April, and Elizabeth for 2 May. ����We hope you all enjoy your special day. Dates to remember- Friday 18 April � Boat Trip on Pumicestone Passage at Caloundra and lunch at Diamond Head. (details listed below) 3/4/5 May - Guild Getaway at Toowoomba Friday 23 May - Meeting at Elizabeth�s place at Coolum. Friday 27 June - AGM at Mooloolaba. (ideas on Guest Speaker please?) Friday 18 April 2008 - Boat Trip will cost $17.00 (Consession). Two Course BBQ lunch at Diamond Head will cost $5.00. (Courtesy Neville�s Kitchen) Morning Tea can be purchased at the adjacent shopping centre if required or a stop can be made at the picnic area nearby. We will meet at 10am. At the boat ramp behind Pelican Waters Tavern, which is adjacent to the Shopping Centre. (Apologies to Secretary please) And some more fun suff - when Church announcements go bad! � Miss Charlene Mason sang �I will not pass this way again�, giving obvious pleasure to the congregation. � At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be �What is Hell?� Come Early and listen to our choir practice. � Scouts are saving aluminium cans, bottles and other items to be recycled. Procceds will be used to cripple children. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN AT PELICAN WATERS BOAT RAMP - "CARRY ON" |
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