Monday the 7th October 2024 saw Steve and Wendy Clare take final delivery of their newly purchased 4.3 metre boat and outboard at the sale price of $12,000.00.
L to R: Noah(Don Lees), Steve and Wendy Clare.Wendy flying the flag.
Noah (Don Lees) spent the last two weeks adding flotation foam in order to meet the latest regulations, and also adding the final paint touches as needed. For Noah and his team it was the culmination of some 18 months of long hours and hard work, ending in the craftsman built clinker boat. The funds from the sale will go towards helping our veterans and members.
Boat, trailer and Bimini Top.
The transfer papers for both the trailer and boat registrations were completed, with the much appreciated assistance of Wendy Clare, and with several commemorative photos, we wished Steve and Wendy many happy hours of boating enjoyment.
Noah checking all was secured for the journey.
Boat front showing folded Bimini Top, oars and fuel tank.Noah checking the rear of the boat and photographing the identification plate.
Approximately 12 months ago, the sub branch committee tabled a motion, which was carried, to have a retaining wall constructed on the northern boundary of our premises. Quotes for such a large wall were In the vicinity of $10,500.00, so a grant was applied for to cover the cost, and was subsequently approved.
Original bank and pipework preparation – photos above and belowThe excavator in action – photos above and below.
Many hours of preparation work were spent installing large drainage pipes at the base of the proposed wall. A contractor, Mick Seery, was appointed, and construction began in early September. With the aid and supervision of shed members, Mick used his excavators to prepare and build the wall, and the final touches of turf were laid on September 24. A long and complicated job well done, and a vast improvement to the premises.
The most significant day of the year for our organization was celebrated on August 18, a Sunday this year, that being Long Tan Day (Vietnam Veterans Day). The service went very smoothly, with attendance by all levels of government and the LWC Canungra. Angie Bell MP laid a wreath, and at the end of the service also presented veteran John Crane with the Republic of Vietnam medal, in a very touching scene.
Simone Corboy laid a wreath on behalf of Meaghan Scanlon MP, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Planning and Minister for Public Works. Cr. Bob LaCastra laid a wreath on behalf of Division 8, City of Gold Coast. Lt. Col. John Leathley, commanding officer of Kokoda Barracks, together with his two children, Hannah and Jack, laid a wreath on behalf of the LWC Canungra and gave an address on the Battle of Long Tan. This was followed by all other wreath laying.
Peter Handy, QLD. Branch President, opened proceedings with a speech, and then Padre Gary Stone gave appropriate blessings and prayers. After the wreath laying, Last post, one minute’s silence, the Ode and Rouse were played followed by both the New Zealand and Australian anthems. Padre Stone closed the service with prayer. A light luncheon of mixed sandwiches was then served and general discussion among the attendees followed.
All flags flying.
Wreath tableSub Branch President Andy Bryson MC.Lt Col. John Leathley, CO of Kokoda Barracks, Canungra giving his address.Sub Branch Secretary/Treasurer Peter Cameron holding wreath for Diedre Bakewell representing War Widows.Angie Bell MP, presenting John Crane with his Republic of Vietnam medal,
Wednesday 6th September 2023 was the anniversary of the establishment of the first Men’s Shed in South Australia. Since then, the idea has spread around the world, and now there are approximately 3,000 sheds in 12 countries. An open Day celebration was hosted by the Labrador Men’s Shed, with six other sheds from the region participating and displaying the wares and activities of their sheds. The main guest speaker was Maxine Chaseling, who was responsible for the original idea and impetus for establishing the first shed in Goolwa, South Australia. Additional guest speakers included Gold Coast Mayor, Tom Tate, Leader of the Queensland Opposition, David Crisafulli MP, and Sam O’Connor MP for Bonney.
Len Thomson, Secretary Labrador Shed, welcomed everyone, and invited all to stay after the guest speeches and have a look through the Labrador shed and the other shed displays, and then to enjoy the lunch provided by the local QCWA and shed BBQ.
Our display, showing a PowerPoint slideshow and brochures, was manned by Frank Bosio and Andy Bryson, and Members Ken Bridges and Tony Scroope also attended. The event was well attended by both shedders and public, and Labrador shed had a shuttle bus service to the car park at the Tigers Football Club carpark for visitor parking. Channel 9 news filmed a segment which was aired on the local news that night. Labrador shed ran a well organised event and are to be congratulated on a successful day.
Open day marquees.
Labrador Men’s Shed activities board.
Principal guest speaker Maxine Chaseling.
Guest speaker Mayor Tom Tate.
Guest speaker David Crisafulli, Leader of the Qld. Opposition.
