-Photo by Flash Studio, Poona, Indls. SANGAM International badges in the Dining Room THINKING DAY, 1969

A Message from .the , World Chief Guide

"I send you my greetings and warm wishe for the New Year - 1 shall be away in Africa then, and hope to return at the time of Thinking day which, as you probably know, will also be my 80th birthday.

"It has come round to me that some peop Ie consider that to be a rather special date in anybody's life, though, to be quite candid, 1 would myself like to forget that 1 have come to such an advanced age.

"I am going to ask if you would give me a p resent and something that I would appreciate above anything else!

"You know, don't you, that the one main love in my life now is for Guiding, and my one chief wish is for its progress and further development on the lines laid i:lO\vn by my husband, whose birthday is the same as mine.

"Our Movement is in good heart - bigger and better than ever before, thanks to the work that is being done by each and everyone of its members, and 1 know that you are all busy as bees, and have plenty of work on your hands.

"But most people are allowed on their birthdays to have just something a little 'extra' in one way or another - so what about this for a present which would ' make me intensely happy.

"One extra Brownie, one extra Guide, one extra Ranger, one extra Guider, one extra Cpm­ pany or Pack, or one extra good turn, one extra penny or pound ,- for the Thinking Day Fund - one extra prayer - that Guiding may grow and with our own personal effort con­ tinue to grow in strength and happy success in 1969!

"If each one of you, in your own particular sphere, could do just that - in addition to what you are already doing - my birthday would be indeed the most joyous of days, and my happiness would be complete."

210 MATILDA MATILDA Editor: MISS MARGARET SHAW. PUBLISHED BY THE GIRL GUIDES ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA 20 RUSSELL STREET, MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, 3000 State Commissioner: MRS. R. RENSHAW JONES • State Secretary: MISS B. MACARTNEY Assistant State Commissioners: MISS MARGARET SHAW, MRS. J. M. KIRKMAN

As we begin a new Guiding year I send you all greetings and good wishes.

May the year ahead be a happy one of development, service and friend­ ship working together for peace.

To all those who so kindly sent me greetings for Christmas and the New Year I send my thanks - would you please accept this as my personal thought and appreciation.

~. CHIEF COMMISSIONER AUSTRALIA

TO LADY BADEN-POWELL The State Council of the Girl Guides As­ sociation of Victoria sends loving greetings to you on the occasion of its first meeting in our new Headquarters. We know that the possession of our won­ derful new building will enable us to pro­ mote and maintain the Movement through­ out the State.

2nd December, 1968.

This message, to be taken by Mrs. Trevor McDonald to the Chief Guide. Mrs. McDonald, a particular friend of the World Chief Guide, and active in Guiding in Eng­ land, wa in Melbourne with her husband.

January/ February, 1969. 211 FROM THE STATE COMMISSIONER was made with the minimum of upset and The month of November began most pleas­ trouble. Over the past year she has been antly for me when I was invited to meet a giving much attention to the planning of group of Americans; with a common interest even the smallest detail and it must be a in parks and gardens they were touring great source of gratification to her that the Australia and our City Council arranged a results of all these efforts are so satisfac­ luncheon party for them to meet people in tory. Melbourne who had interests similar to their The quarterly meeting of the Advisers took own. One member of the party was Miss place on the evening of the 11 tho Virginia Cunningham from Des Moines, Thursday, 14th, was the date of the New Iowa; she is Assistant Executive Director of Commissioners and Boundaries Sub-Com­ the Heart of the Hawkeye Council Campfire mittee; 21st, the Executive Committee meet­ Girls. Although not a member of our own ing; both for the first time in the new build­ Movement, she has close contact with the ing. Girl Scouts of the U.S A and was most in­ Mrs. Hartley-Watson, Region Commis­ terested in our administration. Regrettably, sioner, Mornington Peninsula, and Mrs. our building was still incomplete, but she Horsfall, Region Commissioner, East Metro­ accompanied me to Ball and Welch to meet politan, represented Headquarters at the our people at Headquarters. showing of the new V.I.S.C.C.A. film on the I understand that the "Know Your Mel­ evening of 14th. bourne Day" held by the Ranger Branch on At Government House on the following 2nd November was successful in all respects. day I attended a reception at which the The list of tentative fixtures for 1969 shows Keep Australia Beautiful Council was launch­ that the girls are embarking upon a colour­ ed. A division of the National Trust of Aus­ ful programme which will take them into a tralia (Victoria), its main aims are centred wide sphere. around the prevention of litter in schools, On 4th November, I was privileged to factories, shops, offices, parks, beaches, open the first Local Association Conference recreation places, along the roadside and of the South-Eastern Region at Chadstone. throughout the country. Chaired by Mrs. John Thompson, inspired I invited the members of our Building by Mrs. Anderson, Region Commissioner, Appeal Committees to a pre-view reception with Mrs. H. T. Cock as guest speaker, and on 19th. Lady Bolte, Chairman of the Ap­ Mrs. K. Turnbull, State Camping Adviser, to peal, who was to be out of town on the turn our thoughts to the camping season, opening day, was the guest-of-honour, and the day passed all too quickly. In fact, Mrs. Price and Mr. Gregory were also pre­ there was no time to open "Question Box", sent. This was an occasion for us to express but answers were supplied later in writing. gratitude to the large Committee of mem­ My husband and I took the opportunity that bers, mostly from outside the Movement, week to visit the Fairy Penguin rookery on and the small Committee who co-ordinated Phillip Island and saw the wonderful home­ the Movement's money-raising activities. ward march of these fascinating, charming Then came THE big day! 23rd November, creatures across the wide sweep of the 1968 ! beach. I cannot think why we have neglect­ The impressive ceremony in the ballroom ed this unique sight for so long! It is to be of Government House, when the Queen's hoped that Victoria will always be able to Guide Certificates were presented by H.E. conserve this very special feature of its wild­ the Governor, was held in the morning. The life. Our only regret was that we had no personal interest taken by His Excellency in children with us to share the experience. the reCIpients o{ these certificates made it 8th, 9th and 10th were days when your an unforgettable day for all those privileged Headquarters staff worked tirelessly and to be present. cheerfully removing from our temporary The weather was far from kind, and heavy premises to the new building. Miss Carter showers occurred both during the morning was a tower of strength, and it was largely and afternoon; however, the periods between due to her organising ability that the change were sunny and warm.

212 MATILDA The afternoon, which saw the official open­ held to plan the one for 1969, and our Public ing ceremony of our new Headquarters, be­ Relations Adviser, Mrs. Townsend, attended longed to your former State Commissioner, on my behalf. We feel that this service is and I was most grateful that Mrs. Price worthy of much greater attendance and agreed to be with us all afternoon and to steps are being taken to make it a special tell of the planning and the realisation of occasion. Please note the Committee's de­ the project. Although many people have tails in "Matilda" and keep 2nd March free been concerned in this' lit fell to the lot of 10 take part. Mrs. Price and Mr. Gregory, in the main, to Best wishes for good Guiding in 1969. direct and organise the scheme, and Victoria is deeply grateful for their diligence. And THANKS * * * what wonderful, solid proof they have of Mrs. Kirkman, Miss Shaw and I wish to how magnificently they performed their express, through the medium of "Matilda", task! our warmest thanks to all who so kindly Our Slate President delighted the guard-of­ sent us cards, greetings and messages of honour by speaking to each girl and later goodwill at Christmas. We look forward to graciously joined the children in the base­ sharing with you a year of happy Guiding in ment and talked with many Brownies and 1969. Guides. Your two Assistant State Commissioners accepted responsibility for the arrangements of the opening, with Miss Macartney and Miss Barr playing their parts, and they re­ ceived willing assistance from many mem­ bers of the Movement. The catering was undertaken by the Kew L.A. and, as always, lheir arrangements were faultless in every way. You will have read details of the ceremony in "Matilda". Now we are working in our new surround­ ings and all the planning has ensured that the essential paper-work, the meetings, train­ ings and the operating of the Shop will serve the Association really well. This is YOUR Headquarters, and I hope that you will come in often and help to maintain and spread the spirit of Guiding in the State. During the following week I had a small morning party in Headquarters, to which I invited the wives of members of the Con­ sular Corps. So many of these ladies repre­ President, Girls Guides Association sent countries where Guiding is established and I thought they would like to see our new home. Our International Representa­ THANK YOU! tive, Mrs. Farrow, told them a little of Guid­ To aU who sent greetings and mes­ ing, ils attractions and opportunities, and sages of goodwill to Headquarters lhe international aspect was further height­ Personnel at Christmas time, we ened by the arrival of Miss Fay Grove - on send our sincere and warm thanks. her way home from Mexico as an Australian We hope you all had a restful and repre entative. Fay had much to tell us, but enjoyable vacation and feel renewed I will not steal her thunder as I know you with energy to commence another will be hearing from her. year of interesting Guiding activi­ Many Catholic Guiders will know of the ties. annual Thinking Day Mass. A meeting was

January/February, 1969. 213 Have you ever tried purcha ing bulk honey and seIling it in 114 lb. con tainers? Or lemon meringue pie bakes? Or car washes? Or window cleaning? To name a few Patrol efforts. "Matilda" offer a wonderful opportunity to exchange ideas as to what Companies and Packs do each year - and maybe offer a new idea and thought to another group. Let's' hope that "Matilda" will be besieged this year with idea which YOU have successfully carried out Much of the uccess of Cents for Service depends on the Guiders, of cour e - we hope you will like the literature in 1969 - and that you will carry your enthusiasm into CENTS FOR SERVICE, 1969 your Packs and Companies.

You will have heard that Cents for Service 1969 will be held at the end of March - this has been suggested as an experiment, I I a March is a month free of heavy school THE commitments, and Units will have had time to settle down to a new year of Guid­ POST BOX ing. What a challenge this will be early in the new Guide year to show our willingness to POST BOX, AUSTRALIA tmdertake jobs and do them well to help to, among other things, show our delight in our I would like to convey my thanks to new Headquarters! "Matilda" for the help given in publishing articles about the Post Box and to all readers "Matilda" would like to hear how you or­ who have sent requests for pen friends. ganise YOUR Cents for Service Week. I do hope all are enjoying the interchange of letters from pen friends in far-away places and are learning much about the countries to which they are writing, which I am sure will lead to a better understanding between countries. I still have a number of English GuideI' wanting pen friends and are anxious to know something about Guiding in Australia. If you already have not a Guide pen friend send your request to Mrs. B. Hall (your Post Box Secretary) at 37 Bond Street, Ringwood, 3134, giving your date of birth and country preferred (making a second choice, as it is not po ible to get pen friend in some coun- tries). . I take thi opportunity of wishing "Matilda" and all Guiders and Guides in Victoria a bright and prosperous New Year. CENTS FOR SERVICE, NEW GUINEA - -Lilian Laidlaw, helping loading from the gardens. Australian Post Box Secretary.

214 MATILDA COMMONWEALTH NEWSLETTER and songs. Prizes were presented by Mrs. Botswana Yanda Lanitis, Chief Commissioner, to the A most successful Inter-Country training Packs completing the competition most suc­ was held in Botswana. There were 80 trainees cessfully. It was a wonderful outing for the from Zambia, Malawi, Rhodesia, Lesotho, girls and they had a chance to put into prac­ Swaziland, South Africa and, of course, Bots­ tice many of the things they had learned in wana. Eight trainers came from Rhodesia, Guiding. South Africa and Botswana, and 25 Rangers/ Cadets acted as orderlies! The training was Malawi We are sorry to have to report that Guide officially opened by Lady Khama, the Bots­ activities have ceased for the present. This wana Guide President, followed by a civic is because the Malawi Government policy reception. Sir Seretse Khama, President of restricts the Association to expatriates and, Botswana, attended both functions and, on to a certain extent Asians, and it is therefore the last day, they held a tea party in the no longer open to all races. grounds of State House. The orderlies have made their mark on Gaberones, as they went United Kingdom out and cleared up the centre of the town, painting 18 40-gallon drums for litter bins! All-England Ranger Round Up This was a tremendous occasion. No fewer British Solomon Islands than 2500 Ranger Guides took part in the To raise funds a 45 r.p.m. record has been first-ever All-England Ranger Guide Round made by the Girl Guides of Bunana School, Up. They were joined by Guides from singing campfire songs. It is an excellent abroad, some coming from Korea, Italy, the record and selling well. Netherlands and Germany. The programme The Cadets are flourishing and two new included formal and informal activities - Brownie Packs have been opened, one of service and leisure, dancing, drama, music which is run by an ex-Cadet. . and fashion, talent spotting and religious A radio programme has commenced and discussion groups. The Round Up was visit­ tthe Guides have their own broadcast about ed by the World Chief Guide, and H.R.H. The every six weeks. They are also able to send Princess Margaret, President of the Associa­ news every week. tion, spent the Saturday afternoon with the Rangers. Cyprus During the Round Up, hundreds of gifts On Sunday, 5th May, "Butterflies" from all made by the Rangers were presented to over the island joined together to take part representatives of Dr. Barnado's, the British in a big game. Each Pack started from its own town or village, without knowing where Red Cross Society, Christian Aid, Oxfam, they were going or what they were going to Salvation Army, Save the Children Fund and the Sue Ryder Homes. do. They were given instructions, sealed until the moment of departure, which advis­ Folk Festival, 1968 ed them how to proceed, step by step. They The first-ever Scout and Guide Folk Fes­ had to arrange transport and were asked to tival was held at Baden-Powell House on do many different things. They were to pre­ 18th May. This was so successful that a tend there was a bad dragon who was hin­ repeat performance is planned for later in dering them from becoming good girls. In the year. Most of the performers were in order to defeat the dragon they were in- the 14-18 age group, but there were some tructed to make, find and do many things, Scouters and Guiders, too, and the instru­ u ing the principles and knowledge learned ments used ranged from a penny whistle to in Guiding. After many adventures along the a concertina. Needless to say, the guitar was way and after overcoming many obstacles, most popular. by following the instructions and clues pro­ Glenbrook vided in the sealed envelope, they all arrived Glenbrook, the Ranger activities centre at the Moat near the Town Hall in Nicosia for England, was officially opened by the which had been gayly decorated with colour­ World Chief Guide on 13th July. As well ful posters, butterflies and flowers. There as the actual opening ceremony, the esti­ the competition ended, with lunch, games mated 3000 visitors visited the various stalls

January/February, 1969. 215 and tried their luck at "fishing" at the Com­ Sister M. Anna Ida Gannon, President of monwealth Headquarters bottle stall. The Mundelein College - who spoke on Commit­ very successful day ended with a big camp­ ment and really summed up the whole theme fire. At Glenbrook, Ranger Guides will be of the conference. able to take part in pony trekking, rock Other sessions during the conference on a climbing, hill walking, orienteering, pot hol­ more informal basis were:- ing, swimming, gliding and camping, as well as social activities. An International Night - each country represented set up a display and then put on an act, something representative of their country. 1968 JULIETTE LOW SESSION AT ROCKWOOD, U.S.A. This was in the form of an informa I Visit to Bluebonnet Girl Scout Council, folk fiesta when various stunts were per­ Waco, Texas formed. Conference At the closing ceremony we had a flag ceremony and campfire. Gifts were pre­ The 112 girls - from 13 countries - were sented to the conference staff and to Rock­ divided up into three groups. We mostly wood and all the conferees were presented worked within these groups except when we with Rockwood pins. had conference sessions, when special guests were invited to speak. These sessions were: * * * * Mrs. Howard Katzenberg, International Besides these all-conference sessions we Commissioner, U.S.A. - who spoke on "10- had many informal discussions when we sat day's World". At this session we were also in small groups and discussed parts of our presented with Juliette Low World Friend­ preparation. These were of great benefit, as ship pins. we had time to get down to basic facts. Dr. Robert Sorensen, author of "Psycho­ Also, during the conference, guests were logy Today", spoke on "Communications". invited to come for a day or more and act as "Rock-sitters". We could go and talk to Another session was in the form of a Sym­ these people and discuss facts informally posium with four guest speakers. The Sym­ with them. posium was moderated by Mrs. Charles W. Culmer, Vice-Chairman of the World Asso­ One of the Rock-sitting sessions was con­ ciation of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. The cerned with selections. Many of the girls subject of the Symposium was "Today's discussed how their selections were made. Community", and the factors discussed by From these discussions I feel that ours in the speakers were "People", "Problems", Australia are not nearly stringent enough. "Environment" and "The Role of the Volun­ Many of the girls had to go through several teer". interviews and some had weekend functions. I feel this would be possible in Australia. Mrs. Holton Price, Jnr., National President The State selections, however, are the more of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.-Mrs. Price important, and I feel that they could be greeted us and welcomed us to the Confer­ more detailed. Because of the situation of ence, and spoke to us about involvement and the conference we were able to go on many wpat being a Girl Guide and a Girl Scout tours of Washington, D.C. We also were means. able to visit the Australian Embassy and Then we were briefed for o_ur field trips. meet the Ambassador, Sir Keith Waller. We were to be the guests at seven different Another event was the Open House, held councils, and a representative from each so that we could meet the National and council spoke to us and told us what we International Representatives in the area. would be doing during the field trip. We were privileged to meet Mrs. Dean Rusk, Another session was a discussion on Citi­ with whom we were photographed. I think zenship and Service. We reported on what this can be a good idea, as it gives girls an we had seen during our field trips in relation idea of how to act in the company of im­ to Citizenship and Service. portant people.

216 MATILDA Besides these organised sessions, discus­ We were entertained by the Senior Girl sions and tours, we had free time which we Scouts from Waco at a swimming party. filled in by informal exchange of ideas, We were able to talk informally with learning about different customs and cul­ them and had a most enjoyable evening. tures in the United States and other coun­ For the second week we were at College tries, and especially sharing songs from all Station, which is really a University town over the world. I found it exciting learning as it houses the campus at Texas University, new songs, but I also very much enjoyed the largest military school in the U.S.A. Our sharing songs that we all knew. activities there included: The field trip during the conference was to A cover-basket supper given for us by the give us an opportunity to observe a com­ Senior Girl Scouts. munity different from our own and compare A Lions International Club Luncheon. them. Together with about 15 other girls, A visit to an Indian Reservation in East I wa the guest of the Central Maryland Girl Texas. Scout Council. I had the opportunity to A visit to Houston and a baseball game visit the city of Colombia - the first plan­ in the Astrodome - the largest indoor ned city in the United States. Although not stadium in the world. yet finished, every hquse, road and building For the third week we stayed in a fairly has been planned and all the problems as­ large town called Temple. While there we sociated with a normal city have been cat­ were able to go to San Antonio, where the ered for and, it is hoped, removed. fIemisfair was in progress. This was a won­ The whole party met together and, with derful experience which we thoroughly en­ our hostessds, we went on a tour of Balti­ joyed. more, Maryland. We were shown through We again spoke at a Lions International a Human_ Renewal Project called Echo Club Luncheon and we were also entertained House. This was situated in the middle of by the Senior Girl SCQuts at a Coke Party. a slum area in Baltimore. The theme behind We pent a day at Fort Hood, the largest the project was "Baltimore People Helping military installation in the free world. Baltimore People to Help Themselves". The During our three weeks in Texas we saw people working there were all volunteers, a great deal and met some wonderful people. and I was most impressed with the work The country was much like Australia and they were doing. We were also able to visit we felt very much at home. Wherever we some areas of historical interest, notably went in the United States people were always "Fort McHenry", where the words of "The interested in Australia. Star-Spangled Banner" were written. The American girls were always able to The Bluebonnet Scout Council at Waco, express themselves well and were always Texas, covered a wide area in central Texas, prepared to get up and say what they felt. and it was decided that we should stay with They had some wonderful ideas about ser­ three families in different parts of the coun­ vice projects to the community, and I hope cil. For the first week we stayed in a small that I can put some of these ideas into prac­ town, Teroy, about 15 miles north of Waco. tise with my own Ranger Unit. Our activities while there included: I would like to say "thank you" very sin­ An interview on television and with the cerely to all in Australia who made this local newspaper. trip possible. To the Selection Committee A visit to Camp Kachina - the established who trusted me to represent Australia, and camping site of the Bluebonnet Girl especially to Mrs. Steche and Mrs. Forster Scout Council. We saw the Camp Coun­ [or their help with the preparation. cillors act out the "Kachina Legend" I feel the opportunity I had should be which told how the Bluebonnet flower available to more Australian girls, and if we came to be the State flower of Texas. could start a pro"gramme similar to the one We also paid a visit to "Six Flags Over they have in the United States a lot of people Texas" (a park similar to Disneyland) would benefit. Perhaps the "Irene Fair­ as guests of a Cadette Troop who had bairn Fund" could receive more support and worked for two days washing cars so then such opportunities might be made that we could go. available. -Robyn Thrum.

January/ February, 1969. 217 pointed this year, and for Thinking Day of next year, because the demand has exceeded the upply. Because of this I'm hoping to make some more, perhaps with the help of L.A.'s. The uniforms have been all over the State - from the Wimmera to Wonthaggi - and have been used in many different ways - Special Meeting, Revels, Town Celebrations, Parents' and L.A. Meetings, Pack Holidays, International Parties, etc. A Pack may book just one, half a dozen, or the lot. They are sent a week before the actual day required, and Packs are allowed a week afterwards to wash them and return INTERNATIONAL them. (Lately, I have been calling in at the station, signing for the case, doing a bit of a swot arolmd, and then freighting it off NEWS ~ NEWS! again, without leaving the Parcels Office!) CAMP IN NIGERIA -P.S. Nigeria will be celebrating her 50th anni­ vel' ary in Guiding in 1969 and we would * * * like to share our celebrations with our sis­ Extract from a letter received by the State ters all over the world. International Representative-from a Vic­ We are thus holding an International torian Commissioner travelling overseas with Camp in Lagos, 15th to 24th September, 1969, her family- for young women of the Movement in the "You may be interested to hear of my visit 16 to 25 age group. We would be very happy Lo Karachi ... I was lucky enough to meet if you could send two representatives to this the Karachi Commissioner during her morn­ camp. ing visit to H.Q. She and her secretary made Cost of return air fare to Nigeria is my husband and I most welcome. They were '1178.20. quite delighted with the copies of "Pano­ NO FINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR rama" printed in Urdu, Bengali and EngJi h. THIS INVITATION. There is an All-Pakistan camp and some of Applications should be sent by 10th March, the West Pakistan attending would take the 1969, to the State International Representa­ Bengali copies across with them. The Press live at Headquarters. Officer in Melbourne was most generous with these and other publications. ".. Deborah and I attended a combined INTERNATIONAL* UNIFORMS* * meeting of two companies at H.Q. as they In January, 1968, the International Com­ were having the "Young Adults" from Amer­ mittee had 17 Brownie uniforms and two ica to talk to them. The Americans have Girl Scout uniforms. In November, 1968, spent the last two months in Pakistan Lhey have 29 Brownie uniforms and two Giri through the Juliette Low Friendship Fund. Scout uniforms - some coming via Faye "After the American girls had spoken Grove. about Girl Scouts I spoke briefly about Aus­ During this year they have been borrowed tralian Guiding, and as Deborah and I were by 36 groups, either single Packs, combined in uniform I explained our badges to them. Packs or Districts. They are booked through This seemed to be of great interest to them. without a break until the end of March, Campfire was fun-and Taps, sung in Urdu, 1969, and there is even one booking for Bengali, Gudjerati and English, was an in­ 1970. Many people have had to be di ap- spiration."

218 MATILDA TH E NETHERLANDS On Thinking Day it is traditional for Guide throughout the Netherlands to gather The etherlands and Holland are two together to hoist the World Flag and renew names for the same country: Netherlands­ their Promise. All members wear uniform low countries, and Holland-woodland, as in throughout the day, and their uniforms are former times large parts of the country were brightened by three nowdrops and an ivy covered with trees leaf, symbolizing courage and loyalty. The Netherlands is the most densely popu­ lated country in the world-and since 1500 The N.G.B. has a special festive day on 2nd inland lakes have been reclaimed, and in July, too, and on this day a daisy, symbolic more recent times a dyke has been built out of the Guide motto, is worn. Since July 1963 into the orth Sea to reclaim further land. the N.G.B. has had a little church-a re­ The flag of the Netherlands is red, white stored 12th Century Church near the camping and blue in three horizontal stripes. These centre in Schaijk. are the colours of the crest of the Prince of Orange (William the Silent). The National Day of the Netherlands is The National Anthem is called the "Wilhel­ not on a fixed date - it is celebrated on the mus" and the words were written in 1568-69 Queen's birthday. During the 50 year reign by Marnix van St. Aldegonde on an old of the late Queen Wilhelmina, the National melody. The words are in the Dutch lan­ Day was celebrated on 31st August, but since guage of that period. The National Anthem has been celebrated on her birthday, 30th consists of fifteen verses, of which the first April. This celebration confirms the tight letters form the name of William the Silent bond between the Royal Family, the House -William van Nassov. Generally the first of Orange, and the Dutch nation-a bond and sixth verses only are sung. dating back to the 16th Century when Wil­ * * * liam of Orange became the founder of the Dutch Nation. GUIDES have been in the Netherlands Since World War II the Dutch Nation has since 1911 and there are now over 50,000 in remembered the war dead on 4th May. On two Associations. The Het etherlandse Pad­ the eve of that day for two minutes the vindsters Gilde (N.P.G., formed in ]916) is Dutch Nation comes to a standstill and bare­ open to all denominations. De Nederlandse headed they remember their countrymen Gidsen Beweging (N.G.B., formed in 1945) is who gave their lives during the war. a Roman Catholic Association. There is close co-operation in the Nationale Padvindsters (Information from "The Netherlands", Raad (Joint Council) through which the two published by the NaLionale Padvindsters­ A ociations are members of the World Asso­ raad and "Netherlands News," issued by ciation. H.M. Queen Juliana is Patroness of the Netherlands Information Service in Aus­ both Guide Associations She is an enrolled tralia-by courtesy of the Netherlands Con­ Guide and her Guide name is Movavedo, sul, Melbourne, and Dr. L. G. Gelpke, Con ul­ which means "Mother of many Daughters". General of the Netherlands, Melbourne.) Both Associations have their houses and camping centres, and many trainings and conferences are organised. Because the Neth­ erlands are so densely populated one has to have special permission to light fires. Guides are between the ages of 10 Y2 and IS-in larger towns there are junior (1O Y2 -14) and senior (14 and 15) companies. Rangers are 16-21. Most of our Guides and Rangers In all the vast and the minute, are 'land', but we also have Sea Guides and We see the unambiguous footsteps Rangers. Of the God, who gives His lustre Each week there is a Scout and Guide To the insect's wing, ·and wheels radio programme, which lasts fifteen min­ His throne upon the rolling utes, and is made alternately by the open Worlds. Associations and the Catholic ones. -William Cowper.

January / February, 1969. 219 TO SWITZERLAND . .. MODERN SERVICE AT From Zurich Airport we travelled by train, BRITANNIA PARK plane, bus and-most important-legs, to our Chalet-where the evening sun shed light on It was a lovely day - as each family was the snow covered mountains and cowbells driving to Guide House at Britannia Park rang in the distance. they knew that this was going to be a fun­ packed day. For the first half of our stay at the Chalet we were in Squirrel House, but later Mums and Dads, Guides, Brownies, Ran­ we mOved into the Chalet itself. gers, Brothers and Sisters - all sat down to There were various activities arranged­ enjoy their picnic. Then we tramped up a the adventures and skills of mountain climb­ little path to the outdoor Chapel, surround­ ing; scenic walks with beautiful old trees ed by trees. spreading across the winding track, while The Guides took the Service instead of a across the valley little villages came into Minister, and the Service was in the modern view through the mountain mist; a day trip style. After we had sung a few hymns it to the Boy Scout Chalet at Kandersteg, started to rain. But that wasn't going to where we were greeted by British Scouts and spoil our Service - we finished our Service shown over the Chalet and camping grounds; in the Baden-Powell Hut. a scenic chairlift which took us to the pic­ turesque little lake at Ochinsee, and then Soon our day at Britannia Park had to back to the Chalet for a delicious Swis end, but the memory of this terrific day supper. would remain in our minds. Almost every night there were interna­ Karen Laquer, 1 t Bulleen Coy. tional campfires with Guides from England, Switzerland and America; slides of the Chalet and its surroundings were shown, too. The Central Murray Guide Rally was held Other days we walked into the village of at the Cob ram Showgrounds. We began the Adelboden, hiked to waterfalls and to the day with everyone in a Horseshoe for Col­ wood carver in the valley. There was a climb ours, then we prepared our gadgets for the to the Cheesemakers on the side of the moun­ display. tain, and for those who wanted a further climb, on to the top of Borderspitz. Later we re-joined the Guiders, who took charge at different points of the pioneer There was always a happy and friendly at­ trail. We started on the different obstacles mosphere, which gave us all the inspiration which included - rolling drums, climbing to return. rope ladders, crossing monkey bridges, But the time came when we were to move swinging on ropes, in and out of tyres, walk­ on-we took our last look at the Chalet and ing on stilts, under obstacles. After each thought how unbelievable and wonderful our obstacle our cards were signed by the Guid­ long-imagined stay at the Chalet had been. ers. Most people finished the trail success­ -Fay Beverley. fully, and we thought it was fa~ulous fun. We gathered on the lawns for tea, and each girl who had completed the trail was given a small badge. At campfire each Company presented a three-minute item, and at the end of the campfire the winners for the day, 2nd Numur­ CONGRATULATIONS kah, were presented with the shield. CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. D. Fox, On behalf of the Companies in the Region, Region Training Adviser for Central Metro­ we would like to thank Cobram Guides and politan Region, on gaining her Commissioner L.A. for being hostesses on this most success­ Training Certificate. ful day. A.F.R., State Training Adviser. -1st Nathalia Company.

220 MATILDA WANNON RIVER DIVISION OVENS RIVER DIVISION ANNUAL FIELD DAY BROWNIE REVELS Are you one of the lucky Guiders who have The Guides of Wan non River Division met been to Brownie Revels? No? Then you at Mt. Eccles for their annual Field Day. should have come to Chiltern on a sunny Mt. Eccles is the smallest National Park afternoon. By bus and by car came the in Victoria and a delightful venue for Guid­ Brownies, to the golf course set in the hills ing activities. behind the town - right on the edge of the After Colours the Guides divided into ironbark forest. Wildflowers were every­ Patrols and P.L.'s were given a set of instruc­ where, with the golden everlastings scattered tions for the "Walkathon" - compass direc­ through the grass - a happy Brownie colour. tions, messages to collect, treasures to find Such exciting things to try - a mat to from clues - led the Patrols to the lava cave weave from rushes, a nature trail to follow, (inspected by lantern light); around the edge singing games under the trees, and a of Lake Surprise, the crater lake; and to the scramble through the obstacle race. Sud­ top of Mt. Eccles to view Lady Julie Percy denly it was time for a party tea. But, then. Island to the south, and eventually back to what was this? The stage was a carpet of the starting point. grass, with tall trees at each side, for each Macarthur L.A. served a much-appreciateB Pack to mime "A Bushland Scene". afternoon tea. The day finished with camp­ Suddenly, everywhere, were leaping kan­ rire, during which was told an Aboriginal gas, kookaburras laughing, koalas perched in legend ab'out Lake Surprise and the Guides in the trees eating gum leaves, and even a pair the winning Patrol received' small leather of wombats wuffling along . . Another mob of badges bearing a painting of Mt. Eccles. kangaroos flew past, with a pack of dingoes snap-snapping at their heels. -w.J.J. Snakes didn't seem to bother those swag­ gies, or the horsemen rounding up a mob BROWNIE REVELS of stampeding cattle. Even the dogs panted so realistically that we were enchanted. Wan non River Division Brownie Revels were held in the Hamilton Gardens. Our Over there Father Lyrebird danced - his Region Commissioner opened the Revels, wonderful tail was made of reeds. Mother which took the form of a Corroboree, and worked so hard feeding the chick. Not far shc wclcomed Brownies from Macarthur and away the Af>orgines had their campfire, but, Hamilton. alas, it became a bushfire. Everyone was running, running. Emus ran with great, un­ The Brownies made up four tribes and, gainly strides, but poor old wombat was left while they decorated coloured hats with far behind . . . Aboriginal drawings, three Air Rangers took the Commissioners present to visit each But now Brownie Ring. Happy thanks and tribe. goodbyes. Bravo to Chiltern. -"Commissioner" . Arter games in their tribes the Brownies found, thanks to the Rangers, trails of gum DONATIONS* nuts, which led them to the yum yums (icy * * Received with gr ateful thanks:- poles). Afternoon tea included "witchetty Miss S. \Vingfield; Swan Hill Local Association' grubs", cordials and sandwiches, served by Irs. H. Fader; Tames Seymour Charities Fund. ' the Rangers.

A large Corroboree Ring concluded the If, when working* to your * job, * you ever find Revels, and each tribe sang a rhyme about yourself thinking you're a big gun, take their group. care someone doesn't fire you. Money collected was sent to the Guide If service is the rent you're asked to pay for House at Sherbrook River. your room on earth, be sure you're not in -J.F. arrears.

January/ February, 1969. 221 BUS TREK, VICTORIA headed on to the wrong highway. Each girl 10th Geelong (SI. Matthew's) carried with her one case, bedding roll and Guide Company personal bag. Cooking was done on porta Nineteen Guides and three Leaders of 10th gas units in the halls, and this proved very Geelong (St. Matthew's) Guide Company successful. In order to pack things into the travelled around the State by bus, most even­ bus successfully - four middle seats were ings being spent in Guide Halls. removed and this made room for food and After church on the Sunday, we left Gee­ cooking equipment. Bedding rolls fitted into long and travelled to Port Campbell, toured the pack racks above seats and cases into the coastline and saw many other interest­ the boot. By the time we were half-way ing places before travelling on to Portland, through the trip, packing and unpacking which was our first night's stop. could be achieved in 10 minutes. It was a After looking around Portland we travel­ most enjoyable trip and the girls would like led next day to Mt. Gambier, then on to to do it all over again. Hamilton, our second night's stop. Here we We wish to thank all the Guides, Guiders had a most enjoyable tea in the Hall, with and Commissioners whom we met and who the parents and friends of the Hamilton helped us very much with our arrangements. Guides. The evening was spent with the (Note from State Camping Adviser: For Hamilton girls, with whom we exchanged the benefit of other people who might desire new songs and games. This night we were to do something simiI~, we would like to all billeted in different homes - some on point out that it is necessary for the Captain farms, which was very exciting. Then we to hold a Camping Licence and the proposed travelled to the Grampians and had lunch at trip approved by the Region Camp Adviser.) Hall's Gap, and on to Stawell, where we spent the night in the Guide Hall. The next day we travelled to Shepparton, stopping at Castlemaine for lunch. That night we stopped in the Guide Hall, and when we arrived they had a lovely big open fire going for us. After tea we had a com­ bined evening with the Shepparton Guides, which was very enjoyable. We went on tour through Campbell's Soup Factory, then on to Yarrawonga, to lunch. In the afternoon we headed for Wodonga, where we stayed the night in the Guide and THINKING DAY Scout Hall. The Wodonga Guides had sup­ Today at Brownies it's Thinking Day, per with us that evening. And we remember Brownies far away. Friday morning we travelled across the We each choose a land, and go for a trip, border to Albury, and went to the Hurne We go by plane, Weir. In the afternoon we headed for Alex­ Or we go by ship. andra, where we stayed, and a Lone Guide You meet other Brownies­ spent the evening with us. In Thailand and France­ We went through Snobb's Creek Fish Hat­ We learn of their customs, cheries, the largest fish hatcheries in the And perhaps a dance. Southern Hemisphere, and the Rubicon But we've only time to stay a while, Power Station. We then toured on to For we have to travel, many a mile. Healesville, which was our last night's stop. On Sunday morning after church, we visit­ We've decided now that we should go home­ ed Maroondah Dam and Healesville Sanc­ I'm sorry about it-we were going to Rome! tuary. In the afternoon we toured back to And now we think of B.-P.'s birth, Melbourne and on to Geelong, arriving horne The Movement he led, and of its worth, tired but very happy. During the trip we We remember his Laws, which we say today, travelled over 1200 miles over varied coun­ To lend a hand at work and play. try. Only once did we briefly get "lost" and -From the verse by Michele Pathe.

222 MATILDA EXECUTIVE NOTES- NOVEMBER, 1968 regarding the Australian Council, the Awards November, 1968-the first meeting in our Sub-committee; the Chief Commissioner's new State H.O. for the Executive- Diary telling us of all her activities; a report We did take a little while to sort ourselves of the progress being made in the planning out, see where and how we fitted-but we all of Camp Southern Cross; thoughts from felt that AT LAST we would be settied. Mrs. Richards on the interest being shown And the meeting?-There were a lot of in the tours of H.O.-etc., etc., etc_ And on items to be discussed, principles to be work­ to 1969-with hopes of another happy year ed out, and details to be finalised ... of Guiding ... Programmes-did you read December's 'Matilda'? Australian Awards and Australian Fin­ ances-and have you thought-espcciaIJy - -of the Irene Fairbairn Award Fund and what you could do to help it? Reports from Property sub-committees­ from the New Commissioners and Boun­ daries sub-committee-from the Finance sub-commit tee-from the State Inter­ national representative-from the Move­ "A GRAMPTASTIC WEEKEND" ment's representatives on the Diocesan Scout and Guide Advisory Council .. . What a "Gramptastic" weekend! Rock Two days after the November ExecutIve climbing, canoeing, archery and bush walk­ meeting was the official opening of State H.O. ing, plus 80 girls and leaders and real home­ of which you have already read in Decem­ cooked meals all combined to make this ber's 'Matilda'-but the planning was final­ fixture one that we will always remember. ised that night, with the added hope that fin e Friday evening saw the reunion of old weather would prevail, even though our acquaintances and the meeting of new hopes came to naught on the day! friends, while hot soup, coffee and biscuits EXECUTIVE NOTES- DECEMBER, 1968 boosted our spirits for the weekend to fol­ 12th December-thoughts of Christmas and low. We were divided into four groups and tying off all the ends for 1968-but there was each group rotated around the the four main still more to do: activities of the weekend. National Fitness Lease agreement finalised for the Trefoil Council representatives, the Victorian Rock After School Club; Governor of the F. V. Climbing Club and the Field Naturalists in­ Barfus Memorial Fund appointed; a policy structed each group on the "know-hows". formulated regarding the many requests re­ On Saturday the weather kept up with our ceived from outside organisations for our As· sparkling spirit, but Sunday's activities were sociation to participate in an activity or somewhat marred by a steady downpour of event; consideration of the appointment of rain. However, our enthusiasm was not a member to the Scout and Guide Advisory dampened: it was kept alive by an indoor Council, who organise the. St. George's Day campfire in the main halJ. Service; reports from Property, Interna· tional and the Youth Organisations Assist­ The beauty of the Grampians' well-known ance Fund Building Grants Sub-committees wildflowers was greatly admired by all who -and from the New Commissioners and went bush walking. This beauty was also Boundaries Sub-committee; thoughts on the evident to those who vi ited the Wildflower 1970 Jubilee celebrations and hearing that Show in Halls Gap. Mrs. A. Hepburn had agreed to organise the We say "thank you" to all who helped in proposed Thinking Day Service/Ceremony in the organisation of this event, but in par­ February, 1970; confirmation of the sealing of ticular to the Ararat Ranger Coy., by whom some of our investments; approvals given for this weekend was convened and who made interstate camping visits; thoughts of the weekend so "Gramptastic" ! Thinking Day and the Chief Guide's birth­ day; correspondence from Australian R.Q. -Colac Land Rangers.

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Three "sections" of the Movement with our State President, Lady Delacombe, at the opening of Headquarters, November, 1968.

-PHOTOS BY MAS . R. DALEY

224 MATILDA The prayer read by Mrs. C. O. Fairbairn at the opening of Guide Headquarters:- o Thou Creator of all things that are, we lift up OUt- hearts in gratitude to Thee for this day's happiness. For the joy of living, [or all the sights and sounds around us, for the sweet peace of the country and the pleas­ ant bustle of the town; for fIiendship and good company; [or work to perform and s trength to perform it. We thank Thee [or this building with its doors o[ possibility filled with joyous and help[ul labour which Thou hast given u , The Governor and through the generosity, devotion, self-denial and gratitude of members and friends of the Lady Delacombe Movement. visit Headquarters We pray to Thee to bless this hou e (lnt! ask [or direction and help to create it into a Dear Mrs. Renshaw Jones, hou e o[ power where goodness, generosily Thank you, your Assistant Commissioners and thought for others prevails and kindness and Headquarters Staff for taking me and happiness and love is generated. Grant around the new Headquarters this morning. us awareness of our responsibilities to the youth of the nations and to one another with You have achieved a magnificent building strength and diligence to carry out our allot­ which will serve the Movement for many ted tasks. years. How proud you must all be! I am delighted with the book on the Wild­ Guide and bless our undertakings that flowers of Victoria which will be a memento they may pro per, as ThOll would have them of the occasion. prosper. Yours sincerely, o Lord, our hearts are lifted up in joyous ROHAN DELACOMBE thanksgiving for all Thy blessings bestowed upon us and this Movement. Bles us all and Dear Mrs. Renshaw Jones, cause Thy Spirit to enter and remain in our I couldn't be more thrilled with the Album hearts always. -Amen. o[ photographs taken at the opening of our Headquarters. Thank you all so much [or this extremely kind thought which I will always treasure, the event being one that I will always reo member with pride. We so enjoyed our conducted tour yest~r­ day and thank you all very much for sparing the time. A very happy Christmas to you and alJ the Headquarters Staff. Yours sincerely, JOYCE DELACOM13E.

Lady Bolte, President of the Building Appeal Committee, talks with ,our State Commis­ sioner during herf visit to Headquarters.

January/ February, 1969. 225 QUEEN 'S GUIDE PRESENTATION continue, with God's blessing, to do our duty and to demonstrate further our allegiance to A thrill of excitement filled us as we Your Royal Highness and your Representa­ passed through the gates of Government ti\ es in the Commonwealth of Australia. House and, as we walked towards our as­ sembly point, we aw the Scouts also as­ Composed by Margaret Visbord, 4th St. sembling. Kilda Guide Company. The magnificance of the glittering chande­ Read by Joanne Beckingsale, 1st Roches­ liers inside the ballroom seemed to reflect ter. the excitement and enthusiasm of the Guides as they marched in - and then there was the orderly stampede as the Scouts came in. Soon after we were all assembled Sir BUCKINGHAM PALACE Rohan and Lady Delacombe entered and the 19th December, 1968. ceremony began. Interest, experience and humour were the qualities apparent when Dear Mrs. Renshaw Jones, we met the Governor - and we had been nervous! Then the Guides became onlook­ I have laid before The Queen the mes­ ers as the Scouts and Rovers received their sage of loyalty which you have sent to Her certifica tes. Majesty on behalf of The Queen's Guides of Vistoria. Me sages of loyalty, written by a Guide and a Scout, were read, and there was a Her Majesty much appreciates the terms very humane message given by the Governor of this messag~ and the assurances of your prayers, and commands me to ask you to - and a hearty three cheers, led by the convey to all the members an expression of Scouts, almost shattered the chandeliers. her incere thanks. A surge of blue and khaki swept out to­ Yours sincerely, wards the marquee, where the pleasant MARTIN CHARTERIS. aroma of tea and the enthusiastic consum­ ing of cream cakes contributed to the Mrs. R. Renshaw Jones, friendly companionship between Guides and State Commissioner, Scouts - in addition there were reporters Girl Guides Association, Victoria. and photographers everywhere. The Queen's Guides and Scouts finished DEAR "MATILDA" their exciting morning in one of the most . ' beautiful and historic places in Melbourne, Our Company held a Hallowe'en Night and departed, appreciating the warmth of and charged an entrance fee-proceeds were our welcome at the home of the Governor. to help our Camp Fund. -From the stories by Sue Lord, Margaret Prizes were given for the best witch, most Burgess, Ngaire Robinson and Helen work put into a costume, best-dressed Rickards. leader, the cutest witch, the most hallowe'· enish, and the most unusual. MESSAGE OF LOYALTY Traditional hallowe'en games were played From the Queen's Guides of Victoria to Her - Bob the Apple, Broomstick Relay and Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. many others - we gave prizes for the win­ We, the Queen's Guides of Victoria, proudly ners. pledge, as we did on our enrolment, our The hall was decorated in red, black and loyalties and obedience to Your Majesty. orange with some spiders and bats. Throughout our Guiding years we have Later a photographer from our local news­ found the real meaning of friendliness and paper took photos of all the prize winners. service from the ideals instilled into us by the Guide Law and the Promise. We will -Dianne Holden, 1st Echuca Coy.

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OF COURSE YOUR PATROL IS GOING TO CAMP I-TENT TERMINOLOGY AND PITCHING. "UZA JANE IS GOING TO CAMP, lil' Eliza trying to put it up, make sure the whole Pat­ Jane." I suspect that some of you may be rol knows what its different parts are called Liza Janes, even if you did go to camp last and used for. year. But, to set against her lack of know­ Here is a short 'Glossary'. Other terms will ledge, Liza had what most of you have, too, be explained as we go along. If you cannot enthusiasm and keenness to learn. The ob­ identify the parts actually on a tent, illustra­ ject of these articles is to help you gain some tions in camping books may help you. knowledge, so that when you get to camp you Ridge Tent. This is an oblong tent with may apply it. Because, of course, you are all square ends, supported at each end and going to camp this year! sometimes in the middle, by upright poles Start NOW. It is already spring; possibly connected with spikes at the top to a ridge the Company has already found a camp-site pole. The tent will have a door at one end, or and made some preliminary plans with the at both ends (these are the nicest). owner. Obviously, at this stage not everyone Sometimes a ridge tent has a:- will be sure they can, let alone that they Fly Sheet. This is like the roof of the tent, want, to go to camp, so tie up your early without the ends and walls. It goes on over practices with Second and First Class tests, the outside of the tent, and gives added pro­ so as not to ram camp down your throats tection from wind and rain. too much. Practice tying rope and cord, use Bell Tent. (Not so often used nowadays, pieces of wood thick enough for gadgets, etc. but stands very steady in rough weather.) It Construct a real flagpole with which to do is a large, round tent, with one central pole the Colour ceremony; if you make it with a and ropes all round the edge at intervals. It tripod base it will stand indoors and give has one door. you ideas about a camp wash stand. Fire­ Tent Wall, or brailing, is the straight part lighting for Second Class, combined with attached to the roof, and reaching to the learning to choose the best burning woods, ground. Very small tents sometimes have no will help when it is your turn in camp to be walls, the roof going right down to the Cook or Wood Patrol, and the collection, ground. It has loops of cord or tape at ' the sawing, or chopping of wood might fit in bottom, which can be pegged down to the with a good turn to old people or invalids. ground to help steady the tent. It usually has You can have a lot of fun collecting, paint­ a:- ing and labelling suitable tins for stores, Sod Cloth at the bottom, made of hessian which may be useful on hikes anyway. Make or tenting; this helps to keep out the washable bags to keep cutlery in and to put draught. There are brailing strings, which half-clean cooking pots to take home from are pieces of cord or tape attached between hikes. the roof and the walls, one inside the tent Remember, when reading these articles, and the other outside. Usually they are sewn that there may be more than one way of do­ in near:- ing things. If your Guiders are campers they Guy Ropes or Guys (nothing to do with 5th may well know a different and a better way, November). These are the ropes attached to or you may invent some for yourself. The the bottom of the tent roof, and also on a object, comfort in camp, will be the same, ridge often to the top of the tent at each end. however you achieve it! They are looped over pegs driven into the Your home in camp will be a tent, so we ground, and are what keeps the tent steady. can start from there. It is important to get it Each rope has a:- comfortable and carefree from the outset. If Runner. This is a wood or metal piece with your Company owns tents, practi,se on the two holes, and it is threaded on the guy in actual tent you will be sleeping in; or you such a way that when the rope is looped over may be able to borrow one. Before you start a peg, you can tighten or loosen the guy.

Jan uary / February, 1969. 227 Poles arc wood or metal, usually made in ow remove the poles, and lay the tent three pieces which fit into one another. down in double thickness so that the bottom Pegs are wood or metal. with a notch or edges are along the line where the ridge pole hook at one end to hold the guy, and pointed was. Lift up the top layer of the tent and put at the end which goes into the ground. To the ridge pole inside at the top, fit ttie upright bang in a peg stand with your back to the poles at the ends of the ridge and through tent. Having decided where the peg is to go, the holes on top of the tent. The bottoms of hold the point there on the ground, the top the upright should be just beside the upright sloping a little away from the tent, and the pegs. hook at the outside. Give the peg one or two If the main guy ropes are attached to the strong taps '''lith the mallet to fix it in the top end of the tent, put the loops over the ground, then with both hands go on banging bigger pegs, with the runners on as loosel), lill the peg is firm in the ground (make sure as possible. If the main guys are separate it is still sloping away from the tent). Don't [rom the tent they will probably be attached bang it in so far you cannot get the guy rope to wooden 'dollies', which have a hole in easily under the hook, nor until you are sat­ them to fit over the spikes of the uprights. i tied it is in the right place. Never ask any­ one to hold the peg while you bang; if you Now you are ready to put up the tent, so make a boss shot you may hit her hand. make sure everyone knows what she has to Pitching means putting up a tent, or the do. You need a strong Guide for each up­ whole camp, and striking means taking it right, one Guide ready to tighten up the main down again. guys when told to do so, one or two That is enough to go on with! ready with mallets, and perhaps the smallest Before you start putting up any type of Guide with pegs ready to put in the right tt':nt, make sure you all know how to bang place [or the 'Malleteers'. On your signal the in pegs, how to put the guy ropes over the pole holders lift their uprights, working to· pegs and loosen or tighten them; and each gelher, and making sure the bottoms are member of the team should know exactly still behind those two pegs. Now when you what her job will be. Decide where you want are ure the poles are straight and in line to put your tent, as flat a spot as possible, with each other the main guys can be pulled and decide which way you want the doors to tight. Loop the brailing loops at the middle face. When you unpack the tent you may find door edge over the small pegs at the bottom there is a label ~n the bag saying how many of the uprights, then pull the corners straight poles, pegs, mallets, etc., it should have. and bang in the four outside comer brailing Check these things, and if there is no label, pegs, and put the loops over the pegs. All makc one and fasten it to the bag. Notc how brailing pegs should be put in almost up­ the tent is folded, poles tied together, pegs right, hooks outside, where the braiting loops loose or in a bag. Put any bits of rope or come straight down, so that the eaves of the cord that tied up poles, etc., in the tent bag, tent, to which the guy ropes are fastened, ready for use when packing it up again. If stick out abO\ e them . . J'ter the first four the tent only has one mallet, try to borrow · brailing pegs are in, all the guy ropes can be at least one more. unrolled, pulling the runner about one-third How to Pitch a Ridge Tent. Put the ridge up the rope. The pegs go in where the loop pole flat on the ground, where you want the in the double rope reaches the ground. The middle o[ the tent to be, and bang a small coi-ner pegs go in fITst. If there is only one peg in upright at each end. Fit the upright guy at each comer the peg is banged in at pole together, then take a pole and put it on the same angle as the main guy peg, but if the ground with one end at the ridge pole, there are two they go in at right angles, one and the other pointing at an angle of 45°. At to the end of the tent and the other to the this end bang in a larger peg, sloping away side. When these are done, the pegs for the [rom the ridge pole. Do the same at right guys can be put in and the rope looped over. angles to the first, and two in the same way Be[ore tightening up all the guys, make sure at the other end of the ridge. These pegs are the tent is standing absolutely straight and [or the main guys which later will hold up the ropes over the pegs are in line with the the tenl. Continued on page 230

228 MATILDA THE WORLD ASSOCIATION IS BORN The World Bureau was first set up in 1928, Extract "rom Talk, "The World Bureau - this decision being made at the 5th Inter­ World Conference - Mutual Aid", given by national Conference held in Hungary, when Miss L. MITCHELL, M.B.E., J'p., Australian it was decided to form the World Associa­ Secretary, at the first International Confer­ tion. The World Committee was elected at ence of State International Representatives, this conference, and it was agreed that the 1968. Bureau or Secretariat be established in Lon­ When it was suggested that I give you don with Dame Katherine Furse as the first something on "The World Bureau - World Director. Australia was represented at this Conference - Mutual Aid", I wondered what International Conference, later to be called could be new to such an informed gathering the World Conference. as a meeting of S.I.R.'s. Therefore I com­ During the Second World War the Western mence under handicap to talk to you about Hemisphere Sub-Committee served as an a gigantic topic, but a most fascinating side Advisory Committee to the World Bureau of Guiding. because the World Committee members It is only a little over 20 years since Aus­ could not meet or travel from their countries tralia took her rightful place as a Full Mem­ and a World Bureau Office was set up for ber Country of the World Association - al­ convenience in the U.S.A. though she is a Foundation Member - prior The London Office carried on, but sent all to that travel was limited to few people and important files and papers to friends in the those who "happened" to be abroad went country for safe keeping. along to the World Conference. An Interim Committee was set up to act Our first major impact on the World As­ in the meantime, and they dealt with any sociation was at the 1957 World Conference important and urgent matters, these to be in Brazil, and the Australian Council has confirmed by the World Committee as soon continued to elect its delegation and take a as it was able to meet at the end of the very full and active part. war. But, in spite of the devastating bomb­ My first real contact with the World ing of London, the little World Bureau and Bureau was meeting Dame Leslie Whateley, C.H.Q. escaped damage and injury. the World Director, when she visited Aus­ The World Bureau covers a number of tralia in 1953. Dame Leslie was an outstand­ special Departments such as Finance, which ing person, and everywhere she travelled has grown enormously and requires great throughout the world she was admired for skill by the World Treasurer and her Com­ her gallant, unstinted and unceasing service mittee. to World Guiding. The office of World Director is an exacting Publications, which is also increasing. one, and Dame Leslie was more than ABLE­ This Department has now published the under her guidance countries flourished and World Blue Pamphlet in German, Spanish re-flowered. Her visit to Australia made and Arabic, as well as the usual English and World Guiding a real thing to the adults as French versions. All publications are in at well as the Guides, and we have every reason least two languages and translation in itself to be grateful to her for her work. is a gigantic task. The Mail must be a nightmare in the Promotion - This side of Guiding is fan­ Bureau - I read an article a little while tastic, but more so at world level, and has back which said that 10,000 letters had come made great strides. In this, Eleanor Man­ in to the Bureau in that year and over 15,000, ning, the first Chairman of the Panel for excluding circulars, had been despatched Promotion, contributed much in her visits [rom the World in the one year. Add to to many countries where her administrative these the numerous visitors from all parts genius and training background were of of the globe, every day in the week. No tremendous help to developing countries. doubt it is interesting and exciting for the Many countries assist each other by ex­ vi itors flocking in, but very time-consuming change of handbooks and other printed for the Bureau Staff, although it is part of material within a special language group. the [unction of any H.Q. We are pleased that the Chief Guide, with * * * * the aid of our Ice Cream money, was able to

January/ February, 1969. 229 help a Latin American group publish their WHAT IS A "TRAINER"? (I) handbooks. A trainer is someone who shows you how We live in a period of vigorous extension to do something. of the area of Guiding, and the need for A trainer is a person who has learned by assistance is great. experience, just as you will. The Public Relations Department at the A trainer is someone who is \.villing to Bureau maintains contact and good relations share her experience. with other organisations whose activities are A trainer is a person who takes her 3rd, concerned with youth, and the Central Office 4th, 5th and 9th Laws seriously and has· of administration is the hub around which chosen this as one way to carry them out. all Departments rotate. (Why the 9th? Well, don't you think it would be wasteful to gather up a whole lot * * * of knowledge and then keep it all to your­ The World Bureau serves as the Secre­ self?) tariat of the World Association, and its work A trainer is someone who has sought criti­ is controlled by the World Director and her cism and profited by it. staff of 22 - most of them at least bilingual A trainer is an ordinary person like you and some speak several languages. and me who is often shy or nervous or even appalled at the thought of talking to even a The World Bureau is responsible for the small group of women. preparations for meetings and conferences A trainer is essentially a happy person, of the World Association, the World Com­ because the work she is doing is creative mittee and World Sub-Committees. and satisfying and brings her a lot of friends. The World Association is now called to­ A trainer is a lucky person, because every gether to confer every three years, and since time she is able to help someone she experi· the 1963 World Conference these conferences ences the joy of giving. will rotate in the four corners of the globe. A trainer belongs a little to the world of 1966 saw the first World Conference in the Brownie Make Believe, because she doesn't Asian area; the next, in 1969, is back to really exist at all. When she is showing a Europe, in Finland; 1972 will be in the West­ group of new Guiders all that she has learn­ ern Hemisphere - the Americas; 1975 back ed about how the Guides carry Colours ... to Europe, Africa or the Middle East; and she is a trainer; half an hour later when she 1978 it will be in the Asian area of the Pacific! is sitting at someone else's feet learning how (To be continued) to read a map, she is a trainee; an hour after that, as she peels the potatoes, she is a housewife; some time later, when she sits TRAINING PAGES on her little boy's bed and practises her -Continued from page 228 Brownie storytelling to send him to sleep, seams on the tent, so that the strain of the or sings him a lullaby she learned at camp­ tight ropes will pull where the tent is strong­ fire ... she is all mother. est. Put the rest of the brailing pegs in. Open When you show a friend how to make the doors and tie them back, then have a those special biscuits she has enjoyed so good look at the tent, and if you are satisfied, much - you are giving a "training" in cook­ rmember this is how it should look all the ery; when your neighbour is wailing about week. Put the peg bag inside the tent bag, the weeds in her lawn and you tell her how roll it up and tie it off the ground to one of you cleaned up your own lawn - you are the uprights. Put any unused pegs and the giving her some gardening training. When mallet inside the tent, and make sure all the young Bobby Smith keeps biting his filthy week that you have your mallet, lest you little fingernails and you tell his mother how should need it in a hurry at any time! you cured Susan of the habit - you are "training" in mothercraft. And when you -By Eiizabeth Pleydell-Bouverie, taken try to encourage Mary Jones who is so from the "Guide" with permission. despondent because her Brownies will chat­ (To be continued) ter at Pow-wow by telling her the neat idea

230 MATILDA you worked out to cope with that same prob­ HAVE YOU READ? .. lem - you are giving a little training in "Guidecraft". 1908-'Scouting for Boys'-a best-seller which So that we don't ask people to do more first made its appearance in fortnight­ than they can comfortably manage, we try ly parts, and was full of ideas and to sort our "helpful Guiders" into grades ac­ ideals to which boys-and girls-re­ cording to their experience, by listening to sponded in their hundreds. them train and seeing how they cope with 1910-Pamphlets A and B-When it was ob­ their own Packs or Companies. The ones vious that girls were maintaining their that can just help one or two people at a interest in 'the game' special publica­ time in one or two small ways, are used for tions were prepared for Guiders. Pam­ that sort of friendly, intimate coaching of a phlet A gave suggestions on organisa­ new Guider who has asked for a bit of help. tion and Pamphlet B gave ideas for Ones with a little more courage and perhaps training. Camping was given great em­ more experience are given the opportunity phasis, and we read-"A camp is a good to train groups of new Guiders, but we "hooligan tamer" and ". . . to dress in always give them some tutoring first and a practical, very short skirts in order to chance to practice and ask questions as vault gates is quite unnecessary and much as they like; these are the people we very dangerous". usually end up appointing as members of 1912-"How Girls can Help to Build Up the what we call the Region Training Team, and Empire"-the first full-length hand­ they wear a 3in. strip of ribbon (blue for book for girls, written by Miss Agnes Guide Branch, brown for Brownie Branch, Baden-Powell, the Founder's sister. The red for Ranger Branch) on their beret under book framed a programme which in­ the State Badge so new Guiders know they cluded all the 'proper interests' of can go to them for advice. girls, service and training for services Any members of the Training Team who being the keynote. Practical sugges­ show a lot of promise and can handle a big­ tions for girls included mountaineer­ ger group on almost any subject within their ing and tying up burglars, to mother­ own Branch may get special coaching and craft and tending the injured. help until one day they are awarded a "Training Certificate" (a ribbon of the ap­ 1918-"Girl Guiding"-the official handbook propriate colour right round the band of the shared by the three sections. The book beret). These people can go to any part of was full of B-P's experience, rich in the State to help out where training is his stories, his tips for successful wanted, or to help coach other Guiders to­ woodcraft and for developing personal wards being made members of the Region skills and interests. Team, so if we are asked for a Trainer we chase around among the Certificates to find who would like a weekend in the country If you give a man a fish,* he will eat once. . and i n't tied up with children home on holi­ If you teach a man to fish, he will eat for days or painters in the house or cooking for the rest of his life. the shearers or whatever, and if we are lucky If you are thinking a year ahead, sow seed. we find one who would like to go. And finally If you are thinking ten years ahead, plant a we have a few people who hold a Training tree. Diploma (a sort of cord round the beret If you are thinking one hundred years ahead, band), and these can train larger numbers educate the people. of people and can be used in other States or By sowing seed, you will harvest once. even overseas without (that's the theory, By planting a tree, you will harvest tenfold. anyway) getting in a flap about it. By educating the people, you will harvest one So that's what a Trainer is, and it all boils hundredfold. down to what I said in the very first sen­ tence: -Kuan-tzu (4th-3rd cent. B.C.). A TRAINER IS SOMEONE WHO SHOWS (Extract from the Unesco Anthology, YOU HOW TO DO SOMETHING. "Birthright of Man".)

January / February, 1969. 231 EXTENSION "OLYMPICS" 1st Malvern Pack, with 3rd Balwyn Coy. and Pack and 6th Brighton Coy. gaining equal The Stradbroke site at Britannia Park will second. The Horseshoe, having re-formed, be remembered for a long time as one of the all joined in the Guide Prayer, and Colours most beautiful settings in which an Exten­ were lowered by 1st Caulfield Rangers. Day­ sion Field Day could be held. time Taps brought the programme to an end. With sunshine overhead, Brownies stood round their beautiful Pow-wow Mat on which This annual event is made possible by the was their Toadstool, in the midst of Guides, Auxiliary for the Extension Section. Bus and Rangers and Guiders in a Horseshoe, and vans for transport, barbecue lunch and the World Flag was broken by a Colour afternoon tea, sweets and ice creams are Party from 3rd Wattle Park, and "God Save provided, as well as prizes with which units the Queen" sung. purchase equipment, etc. The Committee - the 3rd Wattle Park' The thanks of the Section go to the Auxi­ Guiders - with Mrs. Norma Schultz as Con­ liary and also to the many "helpers on the vener, had put much time, work and thought day", who made it such a successful event­ into the planning of the programme 'so that the bus drivers and others who helped with all units could take part. transport, the gentlemen who cooked the 250 steakettes and 400 sausages, the ladies What a proud moment it was for the blind who buttered "thousands" of slices of bread Brownie who "lit" the Olympic Torch and and bagged afternoon teas which were eaten carried it on high around the ring of on the way home, all those - including Brownies before she passed it on to a Guide. Maroondah Trefoil Guild - who helped who led the Procession of Colour-Bearers, units at meal-time and did whatever was each dressed in the National Uniform of the asked of them during the whole day, and Mr. country her Company represented, as they and Mrs. Garde, who co-operated in every marched around to the singing of the World possible way. Song. It was a most impressive opening to the "Extension Olympics" - the theme for Those who were able visited the Swimming the 1968 Field Day. Pool area and were delighted to see the concrete ramp, with handrail, which has The first activity was to make a "Mexican been built alongside the pool to enable cars Monster" from natural material, and there with Extension children to be backed right was no lack of imagination as each unit set down to the loading bay at the bottom. This to work with enthusiasm and enjoyment; is a gift from the Extension Auxiliary, and results included a 30ft. pre-historic animal (a i appreciated greatly by Guiders of the Sec­ length of bark) with a fearsome head (a tion. length of wood to which a head, tail, legs, etc., had been lashed), and many smaller "creatures" which had been assembled with * * * much effort on the part of some of the par­ DEAR "MATILDA", ticipants. 1st Mont Albert Brownies had their ninth Games included a Nature Treasure Hunt, birthday, and to celebrate went on a trip as Compass Island, and St. George and the far as Menzies Creek on "Puffing Billy". Dragon, the last-named causing much amuse­ After lunch we enrolled Glenys as a Too­ ment to those taking part as well as on­ konie - the Brownies were thrilled to think lookers. that Glenys is a real Bushland Brownie, as she was the very first Brownie for our Pack Some units then sang a song of the coun­ ever enrolled outdoors. For the enrolment try they represented, and Miss Norma Young, we made a pathway to our bark-topped Extension Adviser, announced the names of Toadstool- the path was made from leaves, the winners of competitions, and Mrs. Gray, bark and moss. We all enjoyed our outing Chairman of Britannia Park Committee, very much. made presentations of "medals". The ag­ -Elizabeth Pawsey, gregate was won by 6th Moorabbin Coy. and 1st Mont Albert Pack.

232 MATILDA BROWNIE GUIDERS' al temoon, reminding us of something we "GET-TOGETHER" need to remember nowadays - the part of Brownie Cottage feels it will never be quite our Promise that says "Our duty to God" the same after that "Get-Together" rocked it doe n't have to be glossed over or avoided to its foundation garments. Eighteen for fear of embarrassment; sometimes it Brownie Guiders - Brown Owls and Tawny needs to be put into honest, sincere words Owls - flew in to perch at the Cottage on that affirm our faith. It was a fine closing Friday evening, thankful to be safely in from ses ion to a weekend that was a tonic and the freezing rain. Within minutes we found an inspiration. ourselves gathered round a cosy fire, with Thank you, Joan; and thank you, all you hot drinks for everybody and, by some Guiders who came and gave so much to magic, already neck-deep in Brownie talk. make our Get-Together a sparkling memory. Actually, it was not magic; it was an ob­ -Mopoke. iect lesson in subtle and expert organisation on the part of Joan Capel. Even the fact that, to begin with, she was able to introduce everyone of us by our Chri tian names shows how much thought she had put in before­ hand; but at the time we just believed it was magic. Then there was the way all the housework was done, and all the programme carried through, with no orders and no rules! Our chores were imply and clearly hown on the wall-chart that listed us as Junjarins, Lalla-gullis and Woorails, the Aus­ tralian spirits of sun, water and wind. Every­ thing wa informal, easy and wonderfully GUIDE HALL AT YARRAVILLE rriendly, and the whole show ran on oiled wheels. The opening of the hall was the culmina­ tion of 10 years' hard work by the Yarra­ What did we do? We talked, sang, learned ville Local Association and the Building games, tried out simple folk-dances, and Committee, and the day wa a proud and laughed till it hurt. We learned from each happy one for us alL other-I think that was the greatest achieve­ ment of the Get-Together. We though about A guard of honour of Brownies, Guides Ceremonies, to freshen and beautify our and Guiders was arranged, and the Yarra­ Brownie meeting; we saw craft-work that ville Rangers provided the Colour Party for Brownies can do with real enjoyment; we the World Flag. 2nd and 3rd Yarraville discu sed Pack Holidays, their joys and prob­ Guide Companies also provided Colour lems; we collected Nature specimens for Parties. Observation and found new ways of putting The 400 guests were welcomed by the them together for display; we even learned President of the Yarraville L.A., and then singing games from countries half the world Mr. W. Pull in, Secretary of the Building away, like Holland . . . and played them. Committee, presented the key to Mrs. M. How Brownie Cottage rocked! Ebeling, O.B.E., Secretary of the L.A. On Saturday, Mrs. Duncan came many Guests were invited to enter the hall for miles through the wintry weather to give us the Dedication Service, conducted by the a wonderful evening of music, teaching us clergy of YarravilIe, and then the Guide songs that Brownies will surely want to Choir sang "Bless This House". learn. We were truly grateful for her kind­ Our State Commissioner, Mrs. Renshaw ne s in coming. Jones, was with us and spoke to us. She Then on Sunday we had another welcome was accompanied by Mrs. Osbourn Shave vi itor - Mrs. Turnbull, who led our Guiders' and Miss Doris Carter. Own in the Chapel. She gave us a little talk Afternoon tea was provided and served by that warmed our hearts in the chill, grey the LA, assisted by Yarraville Rangers.

January/ February, 1969. 233 WELCOME ABOARD, S.R.S. "CURLEW" 6th Bendigo Company, who were hostesses, S.R.S. "Curlew" recently held its first prepared Slipper, which e\ eryone still had "Welcome Aboard" Ceremony. room for. The Companies and Crew fell in for "Sunset Muster", then sang Taps and Three of Bendigo District Companies took the Sea Ranger Version to conclude a very part. The Guides formed a Hor eshoe at one good night. We hope it was the first of end of the hall and the Rangers formed a many. hollow square at the other. -S.R.S. "Curlew". After "divisions", Skipper welcomed the Guides and Guiders, the Region Commis­ * * * sioner and Division Commissioner. 40th ANNIVERSARY OF GUIDING At a signal the bosuns lowered a gang After many telephone calls, letters, per­ plank between the crew and the Guides - sonal calls, etc., Poowong Local Association ropes to form handrails were held at one decided to celebrate the 40th anniversary of end by the bosuns and at other end by two Guiding in their District, one of three Dis­ Guide. The first people to use the gang tricts in the Korurnburra Division. Member plank were two Rangers, wearing uniform rallied around with old record books, sort­ for the first time. They were met half-way ing names and addresses, and making cer­ by Guides from their former Company, who tain no one was overlooked. Then the invita presented them with scarves and hats, paid tions for the 40th birthday reunion on Sun­ for by the Company and given as a farewell day, 3rd November, 1968, were posted away. gift. This is an idea which other Companies Acceptances came from near and far, and in the area hope to keep up. Then [our the Committee were fortunate to be able to Guides were brought across the gang plank use the Poowong Public Hall [or the day. by their Captains - one at a time - wel­ comed aboard by the Skipper and intro­ A Combined Church Service was arranged, duced to their watches. The crew almost with two Colour Parties from Korumburra doubled its size that night. After the new Guide Company, and Mrs. A. G. Burnet, Rangers had been welcomed by everyone, Region Commissioner for Baw Baw, repre­ we were all invited to a cookery demonstra· sented the Woorayl Region - as our Region tion. Commissioner, Mrs. J. L. Pearson, was un­ able to be present. During the Service, Mrs. The Rangers demonstrated utensil-less Burnet spoke of service to the Guide Move­ campfire cookery using two fry-pans and a ment and the community, and then present­ portable electric oven. As each recipe was ed Mis V. McCord, Brown Owl of Poowong prepared the Ranger explained how it should Pack, with the Gold Knot for 35 years' ser­ be done over the coals of a campfire. Every­ vice. one had a small taste of something. There The collection taken during the Service will were Kabobs and bacon wrapped around be forw'arded to the Blind Children's Horne sausages, then covered in chee e, grilled in at Burwood, to be used for Kindergarten the oven. There was a lesson in making equipment for the Blind Brownie Pack. damper to wrap around a green stick. Various damper recipes were demonstrated, After the Service the Brownies blew out using sweet and plain batter. There was a the 40 candles on the birthday cake, made choice of pineapple, banana, apple and cinna­ and beautifully decorated by a friend, in the mon or walnut dampers. (My, how times shape of two mushrooms, with Brownie em­ have changed!-Adviser.) blems around it and an Owl sitting on top. The Rangers, of course, had something else There was much excitement and chatter specially cooked up for the night! The re­ at the picnic lunch as old friends met and tiring Division Commissioner, Mrs. Haugh­ exchanged news. ton, was presented with a "Sea Ranger" to Poowong Local Association are to be con­ hang from her mantelpiece; (There's many gratulated on an idea well carried out, giving a Guider would like to do the same (?).) It great pleasure to the more than 350 people was a puppet made by the crew, dressed as who attended. a Ranger, with strings attached. -N.J.S., Korumburra.

234 MATILDA FAMOUS BUCCANEER silence. Over the centuries polyps have coated the buildings with coral magic. Famous among buccaneers was Henry Silently, multi-coloured fish drift in and out Morgan, a young Welshman who had been of doorways, cruise along forgotten streets elected "Admiral" of the Brethren of the and passageways. Here, a church, its creamy Caribbean Coast. After attacking Puerto lustre in stark contrast with the reds and Principe (now Camaguey) in Cuba in 1668, blues of a garden of coral stalagmites; there, Morgan arrived in Port Royal (Jamaica) with coral fronds fan a welcome to visitors who the looted treasure. His share of the spoils peer through glass-bottomed boats from was believed to have been 50,000 pieces of above. eight. To this day it is still unaccounted for. Port Royal has become the happy hunting ground of skin divers, underwater photo­ Under the Treaty of Madrid signed in 1670, graphers and treasure hunters. The never­ the English agreed to suppress the buc­ ceasing play of water-filtered sunlight on caneers in exchange for Spanish recognition silent buildings presents an uncanny, ever­ of their capture of Jamaica. But, before changing kaleidoscope of colour - always the end of the year, Morgan broke the treaty an interesting topic in the conversation of by sacking Panama of over 750,000 pieces of disappointed but happily tired searchers for eight. Both he and the Governor of the the fabulous "Morgan's treasure". island, Sir Thomas Modyford, were arrested and taken to London. King Charles II took -Unesco Features. a liking to Morgan, and appeased the Spanish by putting all the blame for the exploit on Sir Thomas, whom he divested of Just as there is no distinction of classes his office and sent to the Tower; Morgan among the fruits produced by one tree . . . was later knighted and returned to Jamaica in the form: "This is a Brahmana fruit", as Lieutenant-Governor, Chief Judge of the "this is a Ksatriya fruit", etc., because they Admiralty Court and Custos of Port Royal. are all produced by one tree, even so there He died in 1688. is no distinction (of classes) among men be­ cause they are all created by one Supreme Four years later, on 7th June, 1692, the Day Being ...-Attributed to Asvaghosa (1st cent. of JUdgment, predicted for years by the B.C.-1st cent. A.D.) . pious, befell Port Royal. In an earthquake houses fell, wide cracks opened up in the earth, ships were torn '!'rom Rabbi Meir said: "The* dust from which their moorings and drifted out to sea, more the first man was made was gathered in all than half the land sank, taking with it most the corners of the earth."-Babylonian Tal­ of the town - buildings, streets, people, hid­ mud. den treasure. When the Treaty of Utrecht at the end of Once I was young and* went alone; the War of the Spanish succession assigned Then wandering, missed my way; to the English a monopoly on the procure­ I felt myself rich when I found a friend, ment and supply of African slaves to Spanish For man is the solace of man .. . America, the new town of Kingston became the slave centre of the New World. Com­ ... Brand from brand is kindled and burnt; mercial activity on the island shifted from Fi re is born of fire; Port Royal to Kingston, and although there Man warms to man by word of mouth, have been many attempts to re-settle th~ The voiceless is avoided. cay, today there is nothing to awaken the visitor's interest on land. But beneath the -Odin's stanza, Icelandic (c. 800-1100). waves .... In miraculously preserved outline, 10 * fathoms deep, in waters that sparkle in (Extracts from the Unesco Anthology, tropic sunlight rests Port Royal - a city of "Birthright of Man".)

January / February, 1969. 235 THE LISMORE . MUSTER

Pioneering was the theme of the Muster h eld at Lism ore, N.S.W., in the latter half of 1968: 1200 members of the Movem en t a ttended. The five sub-camps were named after N.S.W. mountain ranges, and there were 186 patrols.

Features of the Muster incl uded, as well as the pioneering - with its obstacle course, con truction of shelters, etc. - campfires, of course; a smorgasbord luncheon competition ; and bus tours of the surrounding district.

Firs t day covers featuring a special commemorati ve postm ark proved popular, and nearly 3000 werc issued

These two photos, which were made available to "Matilda" by the courtesy of the Lis· more "Northern Star" and "Waratah" - the N.S.W. Guide magazine - show Moonbi - one of the five campsites - and queueing at the camp post office for first day covers.

236 MATILDA DEAR "MATILDA", ladies cakes, flowers and biscuits. One lady had two grandsons in the Scouts and a grand­ During 1968 the Brownies of 2nd Wen­ daughter in Brownies in another town. The douree Pack decided to keep a Log Book of Sister told us about the ladies who are sick, our outings, and we though you may like or have no one to look after them - that is to hear about two of our trips: why they have such a home. I am glad it is in Ballarat, 0 as we can vi it them. An Outing By Diane Troon. The Brownies went for a tram ride to "Fairy-Land" at Lake Wendouree - Brown F. V. BARFUS MEMORIAL Owl bought 2S tickets. In the tram there were lots of windows to look out of: in You are reminded that donations "Fairy-Land" we saw the lake and over the to the F. V. Barfus Memorial Fund road we saw the lovely gardens. We played should be sent NOW to Guide H.Q. - our games in the rotunda - we played "Pass Please mark your envelope "F. V. the Parcel" and a game where we waddled Barfus Memorial". like dueks and then we had Pow-wow. Then For over 40 years, Barf. gave hun­ the tram took us back to the Hall, and we dreds of Guides, Rangers and Guid­ all thanked Brown Owl for a lovely day. ers a vision of fun and fellowship through Guiding - we would like to The Queen Elizabeth Home Outing remember her vision and help ex­ By Jillian Orwin. tend her work in a practical fashion. One Friday our Pack went to the Queen Elizabeth Home. There we gave some old

January/February, 1969. 237 "INTERNATIONAL OR OLYMPICS" REVELS THEME The Brownies were asked what theme they would like to plan their Revels around and the decision was just about unanimou "International or Olympics". The great day dawned after a night of pouring rain, and I am glad to be able to report that the combined prayers of all con­ cerned were strong enough to roll back the clouds. In lovely spring weather seven Packs from Box Hill, Preston, Chadstone, East Bentleigh, Hadfield, Brighton and Air­ port West met in the Fitzroy Gardens. After sitting down to lunch the Brownies all took a dip in the Flag Box to discover which par­ ticular country they would represent; Packs had been responsible for making the flags of the seven countries taking part. After the elimination rounds were over each country had produced six finalists to take part in each event. All competitors and spectators then gathered in a huge circle for the arrival of the Olympic Flame, which was carried into the arena by the youngest "Tweenie" present. With a great amount of cheering the games were under way. Pre entations of medals were made to the winners of each event, and 4th Preston produced the most medal­ winning Brownies. This was followed by a marvellous Brownie Ring, with 13 Sixes to take turns to sing their songs. By three o'clock the gardens had once again become a place of QUIET beauty and a large group of tired but happy Brownies were wending their way home. ( ote: You might wonder how there was such a mixture of districts taking part in the Revels. The Guiders had met at a Kay Bysoutb, Sunraysia Area Debutante, 1968 - Brovmie Guiders' Training and, as a Six, a member of the Mildura South Sea Ranger Crew. found how well they got on together and -Block by courtesy of "Sunraysia Dally". wanted to meet up after their training was complete - and, like Topsy, the idea grew.) -1st Airport Pack.

( When life is as dull as a cold dinner on a cold day, remember that laughter makes a tasty sauce.

Do not brag. Remember-it isn't the whistle that pulls the train!

238 MATILDA THIS IS THE LOCAL ASSOCIATION'S PAGE Hallo, Local Associations of Vic Loria. From now on I will be conducting your page, and I hope that between us we will be able to keep up the high standard of Mrs. Gray and her CommiLtee. Thank you, Mrs. Gray, for all the bard work ou have done in keeping the Local A sociations in touch with each other. In wishing you all a happy and prosperous 1969, may I remind everyone that all contri­ buLions are to be sent Lo me - Mrs. J. M. KIR KMAN, 161 Charman Road, MENTONE, 3194. National Trust - Como now organised, are not achieving any greaL A reminder has been received from t1!!'! purpose. Trustees of "Como" that they would like to At Conferences of other organisations, ee more of our members visiting. This is a Committees who send in questions are al­ wonderful afternoon out and you may care to lowed to state their views on the subject at organise a trip with your group. The Man­ the Conference, and then other delegates are ager of "Como" is now Mr. R. C. Jones, and asked to comment on the subject and a vote if you would like to ring him (242500) and is then called for. The questions are circu­ Lell him when you will be coming, together lated to Committees beforehand so they can with the ize of your party, he will make instruct their delegates how to vote. In this sure that adequate guiding help is available way, some idea of how otber members feel Lo ensure the success of your visit. on the subject, whether it goes any further West Metropolitan Region - Local than the Conference table or not is dis­ Association Conference covered. This Region held their very first Conference They would have welcomed an open dis­ recently and were thrilled to have Mrs. Ren­ cussion on the question of improvements to haw Jones opening it and lending her sup­ sanitation at Britannia Park and other per­ port throughout the day. manent campsites. Lack of money is the big The numbers were few, but the quality barrier, but they feel that deep sinkers are and atmosphere more than made up for this. not the answer and would be happy to con­ The Local Association members worked to­ tribute to a fund to build septic tanks in­ gether as one team, and the Guiding spirit stead. The psychological effect on some prevailed throughout the day. girls when asked to use slit trenches as lats Mrs. Barratt gave a very interesting ac­ on their first experience of camping is so coun t of the birth and growth of the Trefoil great that this is the one and only time they Club. This club is very worthy of support. go camping. A pic Lure of life in the future in "high Fairfield-Alphington would like to know I-ise" flats was brought to their notice when what oLher Local Associations think? Miss P. Brand, a social worker, gave them a glimpse into the problems of flat life. This Money Raising was most thought provoking. A letter has been received from Dalson­ Altogether a very successful day. ware Ply. Ltd. advising that bookings are * * now being accepted for a further series of Organisation of Local Association daytime demonstrations, on Dalson Tefal Conferences non-stick cookware, for 1969. Fairfield-Alphington District, after attend­ These practical, interesting demonstrations ing their Region Conference, felt that to a cer­ are presented by competent, experienced Lain extent Conferences, on the basis they are demonstrators who are fully qualified to

January/February, 1969. 239 deal with all questions relating to the wide A LETTER TO VICTORIAN BROWNIES range of this cookware. FROM THE BROWNIE ADVISER The time taken can extend from one to two hours, and .the only equipment needed is a Dear Brownies, table situated near a power plug Sales are NOT solicited at the demonstrations. Do you remember finding lots of games and activities that you thought the Brownies If any of the Local Associations are inter­ of New Guinea might enjoy? Wen, Miss ested, please write or phone Dalsonware Pty. Ltd., 346 Separation Street, Northcote. Thomas and two other Brown Owls spent Telephone: 489 1188. many hours sorting them out and putting them into programmes. The programme Rushworth L.A. book and the money that some of you sent The Rushworth LA. held a most success­ were forwarded to New Guinea late last year. ful "Casserole Luncheon and Mannequin Par­ Just before Christmas I received a letter ade". This function was a social as well as and it has a message in it for you, so here is a financial success. I feel that it is import­ an extract from it:- ant to place emphasis on the social success "We have been delighted to receive from of these functions. If everyone enjoys the Miss Janet Thomas a book on Programmes outing and meets lots of people, the financial for Brownie Packs. What a wonderful way side will automatically follow It cannot be to help our Brownies in Papua and New stressed enough that to make people wel­ Guinea. Will you please give a very BIG come, greet strangers, and interest them in THANK YOU to all your Brownies in Vic­ being one of us, is one of the most important toria who contributed towards the book. We {1lTIctions of the Local Association. know our Brownies will enjoy playing these games. Miss Thomas tells us that some Packs have sent in contributions of money towards * * the book. Our Territory handbooks are only INDONESIAN SCOUTS WORK ON roneod, not printed, which, of course, does COMMUNITY PROJECT not cost as much, but we will be very glad A dam, the focal point in a village irriga­ to use these contributions to pay for the tion scheme, 15 miles west of Bogor, in West roneoing, and if there is any money over we Java, has been built by the All-Indonesian eQ uId use iL to buy equipment for a Pack Scout and Guide Movement (Kwartir Na­ in a village where there is little money to sional Gerakan Pramuka) with the help of spare\ [or such things as Brownie activities. Community Aid Abroad. With many thanks once more and wishing you and the Brownies of Victoria a very The construction work was done by Rover Happy Christmas and wonderful holidays. Scouts, attending the Movement's Quadren­ nial Youth Camp. Some 500 Scouts at a time -(Signed) ADRIE NE DAWE were accommodated at the Camp on a week­ (Mrs. A. Dawe), ly roster basis. Training Adviser. The scheme includes an irrigation and erosion control dam on the Tjihideung River, with an irrigation area of 1,800 acres, and a main iITigation canal of approximately five miles. The Scouts also helped to build a road to complete the complex. The scheme will enable villagers to plant two crops of rice a year, instead of one, and will also preven t annual flooding. CAA's contribution of $1,000 purchased 2,500 bags of cement for the project. The cement was nominated by the Scouts as the most important item among the requisites for the job.

240 MATILDA BRITANNIA PARK

Although, as I write this, it is only the If you are unable to join either of these beginning of December, by the time you read working bees, perhaps you will be able to it in February, most of the summer camp­ support the Maintenance FOnd by contribut­ ing will be over and the children will be ing $6 to maintain Britannia Park for a day starting another year at school. We adults - you name the day. With this money we will be getting back into harness, too, and are able to employ a man. to do some paint­ Guiders and L.A.'s will be planning for the ing or repairs to the various house or hut. year ahead. Will you all please give some thought to what time you can spare to help During 1969, too, Miss Barr will continue the Britannia Park Committee in their work to run campfires to raise money for Britannia to prepare your property for Camp Southern Park. Just ring Miss Barr and discuss Cross in January? the whens and wherefores with her. These campfires were so successful last year that we were able to buy all the soft furnishings for Miss Barr will continue to run a weekend the new room at Guide House. There's so working bee once a month, usually on the much more to this arrangement, of course, fir t Saturday in each month, starting with because through these campfires the Guides 2nd March. If you can help her, please ring and Brownies (and quite often the parents, her at Guide Headquarters and arrange a too), as well as thoroughly enjoying a big date. Last year the people who helped her campfire, are made aware of their property on those working days got through an in­ and of how much it depends on everyone for credible amount of work, proving that enor­ help. mous numbers of helpers are not essential­ two or three enthusiastic workers can ac­ The girls of A.R.F. "Jason" had planned to complish so much. clean out the pool at the beginning of Decem­ ber, but were beaten to the post by some The weekly working day will continue Senior Scouts! Whilst being very grateful under the guidance of Mrs. Gray - Convener to the Senior Scouts, we would also like to of the property. We need more help than thank A.R.F. "Jason" for their kind inten­ we have at present, and we appeal especially tions. We have some other jobs for them to L.A.'s and to Guiders to try to spare even which they intend to do for us at a later one day in the year to help us. Please ring date. Thanks also to the Moorabbin Sea Mrs. Gray (839207) and discuss this matter Rangers for their help in the painting they with her. The work ranges from light gar­ did on the Warden's garage. We also thank dening (weeding, watering, etc.) or painting in advance the painting at the Cabin to be to window cleaning and even a little mend­ done in December by the Boroondara Cadets, ing. Continued on page 243

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242 MATI LDA CAMPFIRE SONGS BRITANNIA PARK -Continued from page 241 TWO INTERNATIONAL SONGS Taught to us by Miss Kala Phadnis of In­ and, lastly, we thank most sincerely the dia and Miss Patricia Ward at the 1968 Rover Scouts who took down the overhead Guiders' Conference: lank and stand at the back of Guide House. It's really most encouraging to see all these Indian Song- young people coming to the aid of the white­ Ek billi hamari haired old ladies who work up there each Kaisi baithi bicharee week. The lalter are game to try just about Lage hamkobhi pyaree anything. but, although their spirit is strong, Aji va va va their flesh weakens a little when it come!! Chupke chupke se jatee to climbing on the roof to paint, or dis­ Chumwa zatse pakadti mantling high tanks, etc. Vote kuttese dartee Aji va va va_ Mountain Melody-This song is from Austria * * We thank the [ollowing for their contribu- DEAR'MATILDA', tions during the month of November:- One Saturday afternoon a quiet street in 1st-4th Malvern Pack Shepparton vJas disturbed by a peculiar 2nd-3rd East Brighton Pack noise-it was 2nd Shepparton Brownies 4th-Cheltenham L.A. doing their good turn for Christmas_ 6th-1st Doncaster Coy. 7th-3rd Surrey Hills Pack In the morning, three Brownies who are 8th-1 t Glen Waverley Pack working for Golden Hand, made scones, pike­ 9th-1st Yanakie Pack lets and a chocolate cake. lOth-Meeniyan L.A. The rest of the pack brought things which 12th-1st East Brighton Pack would go towards making a salad, which 14th-7th Malvern Pack wa very attractively arranged by two Brow­ 14th-Newtown & Chilwell District nie working for Golden Hand. 15th-Miss E. Bunning 16th-Mrs. R. Renshaw Jones Just after 2 p.m. the pack left the hall car­ 16th- Newtown & Chilwell District rying the goodies, plus gardening tools and 20th-Mrs. Gayton, 4th Mordialloc Pack an empty box each. 22nd-Maidstone District Tawny, a Meals on Wheels volunteer, had 24th-Geelong Trefoil told us of an old gentleman who lived all 25th-1st Euroa Coy. alone, and we all visited him. 26th-2nd Blackburn Coy. 27th-Oakleigh L.A. We put out gifts on the kitchen table, and 28th-Nunawading District got busy on the weeds in his front garden 29th-1st Daylesford Coy., 1st & 2nd and drive-under the watchful eyes of Tawny Daylesford Packs and Brown Owl, who were making sure no 29th-Greensborough L.A. plants were mistakenly included. It seemed 30th-2nd South Melbourne Coy. no time at all before our boxes were full of 30th-East Malvern-Gardiner L.A. weeds, and the garden neat. The old gentleman appeared pleased, and after we washed our hands he kindly gave us some apples which we enjoyed on the way back to the hall, and that Shepparton street was quiet once more. -Dalene Huggard, 2nd Shepparton Pack.

January/ February, 1969. 243 :.:.: ...... NOTICES ...... :...... ~ . II II :: :: g HANDBOOKS - LATE NEWS THINKING DAY MASS g II n II Word has just been received from England The annual Thinking Day Mass will be it n about THE books. Subject to certain provi- held at St. Patrick's Cathedral on 2nd March, n ii sos on which we are now negotiating, they 1969, at 3 p.m. ii itii have given permission for us to reprint their All members of the Movement - including :ii: :: Handbooks with the proposed Australian non-Catholics _ are invited to attend. :: ii adaptations which we submitted for their :-n· :: approval. Those attending hould assemble in Lans- :. i••i Further information as to the all-im- d owne S treet at 2. 1 5 p.m. :.::•• g portant date of implementation, etc., wiII be ij :: published as it becomes available. * * * Ii :: U ::•• ..::i .n. Have you remembered our request "MATILDA" ADVERTISEMENTS ..i. :•• :.. for colour slides and/or prints of In :;; :. varied ACTIVITIES in company view o[ the volume of interesting Ii .: material of service to Guiders, and the • :: meetings, hikes, camps, etc.? It n would help us greatly jf you would limited space available, but realising that i· i.:. insertion of notices, etc., could be of ser- • send these in - carefully marked - II to the Editor of 'Matilda', Miss M. "ice also, it has been agreed that this faci- it .g. Shaw, 511 Tooronga Rd., East Haw- lity be provided as under- n thorn 3123, and include a stamped, "Matilda" will accept small advertise- .::. addressed envelope for their return ments, notices, etc., which may be sub- g in due course. mitted from ANY source.

:i: i.·:. Cost will be 5 cents per word, and this HAVE YOU VISITED H.Q.? should be sent with the copy. ::: ::: HAVE YOU TRIED Telephone numhers, uniform measure- TO PARK NEAR H.Q.? ments, dates, etc., count as one word. H For your information these are the thl-ee n car parks which experienced H.Q. drivers The Editor reserves the right to refuse .:.:::::::::::::: suggest might be useful if you are looking anycan beadvertisment accepted forand information no responsibility given [or that elusive parking space- in any advertisement. Princes Gate-in Flinders St. opposite Ball & Welch Ltd. aTE: Notices of local annual meetings •• Southern Car Park-Collins Place (Exhibition (e.g., for Regions, etc.) and similar func- i: St.) between Flinders St. and Flinders tions will be advertised without charge up i: L to 30 words (five lines). Any additional I ii KingSan;~rk_at the junction of Wellington words will be charged at the normal rate • :: Parade, Flinders St. and Spring St. of 5 cents per word. :: ::::::::::::::::::::::: ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::u::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::uUtn.

Don't forget that the rest of your days de­ pends on the rest of your nights.

I[ your mouth happens to be full or your head empty, don't try to talk.

A Guide is cheerful! Even if every bone in your body aches, at least you can be thank­ ful that you aren't a herring.

244 A QUEEN'S GUIDE CEREMONY

Before receiving their badges the girls were reminded of their training by climbing a ladder, each rung representing a section of the test. WAMINDA - 3rd Ballarat Trefoil Guild The ladder was a 15ft. piece of plastic, This Guild has a membership of 25, with with the rungs and various stages of test­ an average age of 30, and we meet on the work painted on. This was placed flat on fourth Monday of each month at different the floor with pictures underneath. members' homes. As the Guides climbed the ladder a mem­ "Waminda," formed in May, 1964, has ber of the Company told of the work in­ given service to the community as well as to volved and then the Queen's Guide lit a Guiding. small candle, which she received from an­ other Guide. The small candle was lit from We have made Brownie aids-mats, a large "Flame of Guiding" candle, which scarves, plaiting rings, etc.-for a pack -in had as its base a Trefoil. New Guinea, and for a new local pack, as well as testing aids for a Ranger camp. We There were 14 rungs on the ladder and, have supplied 'Sixer' boxes for a Cub pack with the three stages of Brownie test work, which was burnt out, and made-and kept this gave 28 Guides a part in the ceremony. up to date-a Log Book, complete with wooden case, for the Lingbogel Guide camp­ The Brownie Sixers were invited and sat site at Creswick. at the beginning of the ladder - two Sea Rangers met the girls at the end of the lad­ In addition we have helped with the cater­ der and introduced them to our Division ing at various Guide activities Commissioner, who presented the girls with their badges. Community service has included making -Margaret Godber, table place mats for McCallum House-the Publicity Secretary, Hadfield. local centre for mentally retarded children, and we also collect egg cartons, stamps, etc., for the centre. A recipe book we compiled for McCallum House raised $400, and * * * cheques were given to the Aborigines Ad­ HAL YCON DAYS vancement League and the Samaritan Fund at the local Base Hospital. Travelling on the bus from the city I was delighted to suddenly see a little scared This last year we have been working for kingfisher, sitting on a tree by the water's the Lingbogel camp site. edge near the Anderson Street Bridge. -Jeanette F. Wylie, There was no mistaking the still figure - Hon. Secretary. the lovely greenish-blue of the head and back, the white throat and collar, the whitish area underneath, and, of course, the big black bill. These kingfishers are known to nest by the river at Heyington. On several occa­ sions I have seen them round about houses not far from there. It is their peculiar oft-repeated call which attracts one's attention. They are known in the Fitzroy Gardens, and I have seen them in the Royal Botanic Gardens. -J.H.

245 A warm welcome is extended to the follow­ land; Mrs. G. T. Gillespie, 1st Pine Forest; Mrs. ing:- R. N. Escott, 2nd \Vattle Park; Mrs. H. W . Anstis, 2nd Bulleen; Mrs. G. Stephens, 3rd Heather­ Region Commissioners: dale. Mrs. R. E. Gregory, South Metropolitan; Mrs. . J. Stubington, Assistant, Woorayl. Tawny Owls: Mrs. 1. A. Boyd, 1st Whorouly South; Mrs. District Commissioners : P. T. \Vheatley, 2nd Waverley North; Mrs. D . Mrs. T. Simm, Apollo Bay; Mrs. 1. H. McDonald, Snowdon, 7th Colac; Mrs. R. G. Haley, 5th Glen Kew; Mrs. B. Matthews, Balwyn; Mrs. V. H. Waverley; Mrs. G. N. Fields, 1st Bcntleigh; Miss Oakes, Chadstone; Mrs. C. Vv. MacGill, Bright; V . Manson, 2nd BentJeigh; Mrs. A. S. White, 1st Mrs. N. T. Anderson, Boort; Mrs. L. J. Gorman, Birregurra; Mrs. D. Raven, 1st Dunolly; Mrs. M. A. Seymour; Mrs. C. H. Keele, Keon Park; Mrs. P. H. Hartmann, 1st Robinvale; Mrs. G. Barrett, 2nd Johns, Timboon; Mrs. J. Mole, Oakleigh; Mrs. ' Vattle Park; Irs . 1. Parry, 1st Carrum; M iss D. L. S. K. Head, Belmont; Mrs. G. Dean, Wattle Park; Bailey, 1st Charlton; Mrs. G . Cole, 1st Nhill; Miss Mrs. B. Sorrell, Glenroy; Mrs. A. D . Johnston, R. Cordingley, 2nd Collingwood; Mrs. M. J. Ell­ Melton, Melton South, Rockbank; Mrs. F. H. way, 1st Heatherdale; Mrs. V. Lewis, 1st Cardross; Elston, Mentone·Parkdale; Mrs. N. L. Biesbroek, Mrs. I I. Promm, 1st St. Albans; Mrs. A. W. Brown· Oliver's Hill; Mrs. 1. M . Cook, Ringwood; Mrs. ing, 1st Tanjil Valley; Miss T. Hokin, 1st Yarra G. M. Walker, Mt. Eliza; Mrs. R. J. Coyne, As­ Glen; Mrs. I. L. G . Browne, 3rd Bulleen; Mrs. J. sistant, Balwyn; Mrs. A. "V. Lord, Assistant, Glen· Humphreys, 11th Ballarat-Eureka; Miss H . Hin, roy. 1st Orrvale; Miss J. M . Raeburn, 1st Manangatang; Captains: Miss J. Harris, 1st Dandenong orth; Mrs. A. Mrs. V. T. Stackpoole 1st Yarrawonga; Mrs. M. Young, 3rd Rosebud; Miss C . F. Quinlan, 1st Milland, 1st Donvale; Miss M. Connors, 2nd North Ilea therdale. Kew; Mrs. A. Heslop, 1st Robinvale; Mrs. L. F. Region Secretary: Coburn, 2nd Robinvale; Mrs. J. Clarke, 2nd Glen· frs . C. A. \Vhyte, Central Metropolitan. roy; Mrs. A. Thomson, 3rd Strathmore; Miss D . Carter, 6th Bendigo; Miss S. Jones, 3rd Niddrie; Miss B. Allen, 9th Geelong; Mrs. H. J. Milnes, We acknowledge* with"* gratitude* the service 1st Gunbower; Mrs. M. A. Stevenson, 1st Portland; Mrs. F. Lindsay, 1st Bulleen; Mrs. A. J. Stevens, given by the following, whose Warrants have 2nd Bulleen. ben returned:- Division Commissioners: Lieutenants: Mrs. R. Bassett, Ebeling; Mrs. R. Hepburn, Koo· Mrs. E. Anderson, 3rd North Balwyn; Miss E. . nung; Mrs. R. Molesworth, Bacchus Marsh. Wohlfahrt, 1st Essendon; Miss J. Standfield, 3rd Shepparton; Miss M. J. Giddings, 1st Boort; Miss District Commissioners: A. Steed, 1st Surrey Hills; Miss H. S. Ault, 1st Mrs. T. W. Cook, Ensay; Mrs. F. D. Rogash, Emerald; Miss T. F. I-lands, 1st Footscray; Miss Brooklyn; Miss H. Cawood, Apollo Bay; Mrs. A. P. M. A. O'Malley, 1st Sunshine \ Vest; Miss S. J. Leigh, Balwyn; Mr_s . .J. !'. Hutchinson, Kew; Mrs. Rankin, 2nd Eaglehawk; Miss J. Edwards, 2nd E. B. Perkin, Oaklelgh, Mrs. O. M. Drew, Bel­ Bayswater; Mrs. M. L. Stollery, 3rd Mt. \ Vaverley; mont; Mrs. W . A. Baker, Boort; Mrs. R. Barden, Mrs. P. L. Cahill, 1st Monash; Miss W. A. McGie, Wattle Park; Mrs. H . He, Healesville; Mrs. A. F. 1st Charlton; Mrs. T. I\lissen, 2nd Yarram; Mrs. Studey, Chadstone; Miss L. Kerry, Fitzroy; Mrs. K. Mayes, 2nd Yarram; Mrs. N. Petty, 1st Flinders; B. Spooner, Mentone·Parkdale; Mrs. G. Taylor, Mrs. P. C. Spink, 1st Overport; Mrs. B. O'Brien, Dunolly; Mrs. P. Taylor, Glenroy; Mrs. P. R. 4th Laburnum; Mrs. M. Lindsay, 2nd Benalla; Schmidt, Syndal. Mrs. E. Cruddas, 1st Thorpdale; Mrs. D. M. Wur­ Captains: fell, 3a Geelong; Miss R. M. Ellis, 2nd Charlton; Irs. B. McMillan, 2nd North Kew; Mrs. D. Mrs. E. Mohring, 1st Montmorency; Mrs. C. F. Smith, 1st Templestowe; Mrs. G . Cock, 2nd Tern· Fish, 2nd Morwell; Irs. K. C. Burden, 1st Men· plestowe; Mrs. J. Turner, 1st Bulleen. tone; Mrs. R . C . Nichols, 1st Mentone; Mrs. K. A. Wallace, 2nd Bulleen; Mrs. M. T. O'Sullivan, 1st Lieutenants: Spotswood; Miss J. Loader, 1st Dromana; Mrs. Miss J. Phillips, 1st Berwick; Mrs. J. Vickers, P. C. Clarke, 1st Cockatoo; Mrs. K. G. Clarke, 1st 1st Irrewarra; Mrs: B. W. Chapman, 1st Dayles­ Cockatoo; Miss S. Wilson, 3rd Bentleigh. ford; Mrs. C. S. Bishop, 1st Oak Park; Mrs. M . R. Gunn, 1st Thorpdale; Mrs. A. Thomson, 3rd Brown Owls: Strathmore; Mrs. R. T. Chandler, 1st Bayswater; Mrs. A. Rathjen, 1st Lindenow; Mrs. K. C. 1\1rs. J. Leslie, 1st Brooklyn; Miss D. Elliott, 6th Farthing, 1st Yarrawonga; Miss B. Spencer, 2nd Brunswick. North Balwyn; Mrs. . Cordell, 3rd iddrie; Mrs. Brown Owls: A. W. Abernethy, 4th Surrey Hills; Mrs. W. M. l\Irs. N. McCarthy, 1st Yarrawonga; Mrs. T. W. Curtis, 5th Glen Waverley; Miss W. Burnell, 2nd S.tanfield, 1st Irrewarra; Mrs. V . E. Martin, 3rd North Kew; Miss M. E. James, 1st ~ittlesea; Glen Iris; Mrs. T. Flehr, 1st Rutherglen; Miss M. E. irs. J. McKnight, 1st Mildura South; Mrs. R . B. Tames, 3rd Ormond; Mrs. J. Barnett, 2nd Maid­ Insley, 2nd Watsonia; [iss S. Townsend, 2nd Deer stone; Mrs. E. Tonkin, 1st \Varmambool; Mrs. Park; Mrs. L. Horsfield, 1st Thorpdale; Mrs. M . E. II. Panting, 1st Dallas; Mrs. M. Head, 1st Reid, 3rd Springvale North; Miss C. Lentini, 1st Chilwell; Mrs. R. N. Escott, 1st Wattle Park; Mrs. Port Melbourne; Mrs. J. E. Tomlinson, 7th Bruns· M. May, 2nd Wattle Park. wick; Mrs. D . R. Barker, 7th Ballarat; Mrs. W. B. Continued on page 248 Hill, 2nd Pyramid Hill; Mrs. M . Oakley, 4th Port·

246 MATILDA QUEEN'S GUIDE AND SCOUT

Rosemary Westland at Kerang, who had just received her Queen's Guide Badge, with a Scout who had just received his Queen's Scout.

-Block by co urtesy of "Kerang New Times".

PROMISE AND LAW "Words are suspect today - by radio and "The leading of a discussion calls for a television, not to mention the daily press, considerable amount of patience. We must we are bombarded by words. We have fight like mad the temptation to rush in grown suspicious of them. We know full with the answer. Surely this is the way well that the bubbling enthusiasm of the Jesus taught. He started where people were T.v. advertisement bears only rare relation and with what they were doing - the com­ to fact or reality . ... monplace experiences from which He drew "The more I have to do with young people eternal truths - the more I am convinced that there is no slick or ready-made answer. In the teaching " 'If ye - then how much more .. .' of religious beliefs it has been proved beyond "However, there are always Esquimaux all question that children below the age of ready to advise the Hottentots on the prob­ eleven are quite unable to appreciate ab­ lems of heat." stract thought. Even after this age the ap­ preciation of the truths of the Bible is best -From the article by Rev. Bob Lowe, done in simple concrete thought forms - the of Christchurch, New Zealand (from use of the story, the true life situatioD. uTe Rama").

January/ February, 1969. 247 YOUR GUIDE SHOP

OUR THANKS ... Photograph Album-10 in. x 11V2 As you know, the move from Ball & Welch in Guide blue with gold tre- Ltd. to our new building took place when foi l ...... $4.25 the building was not quite finished and this (Self adhesive pages, no cor­ interrupted our normal work to some extent. ners or glue needed, and addi­ The mail order department in particular suf· tional pages can be added.) fered, as their section was not completed Writing Compendium-8V2 in. x for some days. 12 in. Guide blue with gold tre­ The shop and mail order staff would like foi l .... $3.50 to thank everyone for being patient and un· First Aid Kit $3.75 derstanding during this busy period - and (suitable size for Company or we wish you all a very happy and prosperous Pack cupboard.) 1969. A Southern Hemisphere garden book- " Trees and Shrubs" $9.50 Australian Birds-in colour $3.50 * * * Australian Gemstones-in colour $3.50 NOW AVAILABLE Wildflowers of Victoria .... $1.95 Help Yourself to Hike Cooking 20c (Jacaranda Pocket Edition) Nature Discoverer's Notebook 30c "The Dreamtime" .. $2.50 (A delightful book explaining Aboriginal Myths in paintings and text.) * * * You and Your Uniform-Leaflet -Brownie Guiders Please Note - 18 5c Smaller Semaphore flags, more suitable (The latest addition to your for Brownies to use, will soon be available. Guider's Handbook.)

-Continued from page 246 Tawny Owls: Mrs. B. Spencer, 2nd North Balwyn; Mrs. W. C. Bissell, 1st lrrewarra; 1rs. L. f. Horsfield, 1st Thorpdale; Mrs. K. Hepworth, 1st Donald; Mrs. E. L. Williams, 2nd Springfield; Miss L. S. McKenzie, 1st Deepdene; Mrs. L St. Clair, 1st Rosebud.

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