ORANGE
NEWS
GRAND ORANGE LODGE OF NEW ZEALAND
"THE LIBERTIES OF ENGLAND AND THE
PROTESTANT RELIGION I WILL MAINTAIN"
King William III Prince of Orange
VOL 39 NO. 2 & 3 Summer / Autumn 2015
BASIS OF THE LOYAL ORANGE INSTITUTION
The Loyal Orange Institution, so named in honour of King William 111, Prince
of Orange, is exclusively an association of those who are attached to the
religion of the Reformation, and will not admit into its brotherhood and
sisterhood persons whom an intolerant spirit leads to persecute, injure or
upbraid any man or woman on account of religious opinions.
PRINCIPLES OF THE LOYAL ORANGE INSTITUTION
Members of the Loyal Orange Institution should have a sincere love and
veneration for their Heavenly Father, a humble and steadfast faith in Jesus
Christ, the Saviour of mankind, believing in Him as the only mediator between
God and Man.
They must uphold and advance the Protestant religion, defending the right of
all people freely to study and practice the truths contained in the Holy
Scripture.
Their regular attendance at the public worship of God and observance of the
Lord’s Day is desirable.
It is their duty to use all lawful; means to oppose any attempts to restrict civil
and religious freedom, but at all times to exercise tolerance towards those
holding different views.
Their conduct should be guided by wisdom and prudence, and marked by
sobriety, and honesty. The Glory of God, the welfare of mankind, the honour
of their Sovereign and the good of their country, should be the only motives of
their actions.
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FROM THE GRAND MASTER’S DESK
Greetings to you all and hope that you have survived Christmas and
the holidays with the wonderful weather we have been having
across New Zealand. We must however spare a thought for the
farmers and those who have planted crops.
New Zealand is going to be well represented at the Imperial Orange
Council meetings to be held in Liverpool in this coming July and
members of the delegation are looking forward to meeting old
friends and making new ones as they share in the discussions and
the programme that has been arranged by the Grand Lodge of
England. Most of the delegation will them travel to Northern
Ireland and participate in various marches in the Province.
At the end of February the Grand Lodge Executive held their meeting
in Christchurch and attended a meeting of the District Lodge when it
was an opportunity to meet with the members of Canterbury and
inspect the Orange Hall at Hornby.
During the time there – the Executive members took the opportunity
to move around the city and see for themselves how the earthquakes
they suffered has affected the city and to see how the rebuilding was
moving forward. Our thanks to District Mistress Sister Sheryll
Rodgers and Secretary Sis Margaret Stewart showing us the
residential areas where homes once were now no longer.
It is only a few weeks since we Celebrated Easter when our Lord and
Saviour died on the Cross of Calvary to save mankind, and we
rejoiced on the third Day – Easter Sunday he arose and he lives, and
He Walks with us and talks to us along life’s way.
I do pray that he does live in your life as he does in mine.
Kerry McCready
Grand Master.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
COMMONWEALTH DAY MESSAGE
One simple lesson from history is that when people come together
to talk, to exchange ideas and to develop common goals,
wonderful things can happen. So many of the world’s greatest
technological and industrial achievements have begun as
partnerships between families, countries, and even continents.
But, as we are often reminded, the opposite can also be true.
When common goals fall apart, so does the exchange of ideas. And
if people no longer trust or understand each other, the talking will
soon stop too. In the Commonwealth we are a group of 53 nations
of dramatically different sizes and climates. But over the years,
drawing on our shared history, we have seen and acted upon the
huge advantages of mutual cooperation and understanding, for the
benefit of our countries and the people who live in them. Not only
are there tremendous rewards for this cooperation, but through
dialogue we protect ourselves against the dangers that can so
easily arise from a failure to talk or to see the other person’s point
of view. Indeed, it seems to me that now, in the second decade of
the twenty first century, what we share through being members of
the Commonwealth is more important and worthy of protection
than perhaps at any other time in the Commonwealth’s existence.
We are guardians of a precious flame, and it is our duty not only to
keep it burning brightly but to keep it replenished for the decades
ahead. With this in mind, I think it apt that on this day we
celebrate ‘A Young Commonwealth’ and all that it has to offer. As a
concept that is unique in human history, the Commonwealth can
only flourish if its ideas and ideals continue to be young and fresh
and relevant to all generations. The youthfulness and vitality that
motivate our collective endeavours were seen in abundance
last year in Glasgow.They will be seen again in a few months’ time
when Young Leaders from islands and continents gather to make
new friendships and to work on
exciting initiatives that can help to build a safer world for future
generations. And last November in India, talented young scientists
from universities and research institutes conferred with eminent
professors and pioneers of discovery at the Commonwealth
Science Conference where together they shared thoughts on
insights and inventions that promise a more sustainable future.
These are stirring examples of what is meant by ‘A Young
Commonwealth’. It is a globally diverse and inclusive community
that opens up new possibilities for development through trust and
encouragement. Commonwealth Day provides each of us, as
members of this worldwide family, with a chance to recommit
ourselves to upholding the values of the Commonwealth Charter.
It has the power to enrich us all, but, just as importantly in an
uncertain world, it gives us a good reason to keep talking.
PRAYER REQUESTS
For PEACE in the World
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11
Queen of New Zealand
and all members of the Royal Family
OUR NATION
His Excellency the Governor General,
Leaders of Civic and Central Government.
The World Orange Family
in
England, Scotland, Ireland, United States of America, Canada,
Australia, New Zealand, Ghana. And Togo.
ANZAC DAY
APRIL 25, 2015
IN LOVING AND AFFECTIONATE
REMEMBRANCE OF ALL MEMBERS WHO
GAVE THEIR LIFE IN TIME OF WAR AND TO
THOSE WHO HAVE SINCE RECEIVED THEIR
FINAL CALL
At dawn on April 25, 1915, the Australian and New Zealand Army
Corps together with forces from Britain, Ireland, India and France,
landed on the west coast of the Gallipoli Peninsula to open the
Dardarnelles Campaign of World War 1
Casualties were extremely heavy and it was from this that
Australia and New Zealand commemorate their dead of all wars on
April 25th each year.
Let us never forget the supreme sacrifice that has been made on
our behalf.
“TO THE FALLEN”
They went with songs to the battle, they were young
Straight of limb, true of eye, steady and aglow;
They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted
They fell with their faces to the foe.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old,
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn,
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them, We will remember them
REMEMBERING CENTENNIAL
OF WORLD WAR ONE
New Zealand being a part of the British Empire and when King
George V declared war on Germany on 4th August 1914 , New
Zealand was also at war and did so for King and Empire..
New Zealand announcement was made by the Premier William
Fergusson Massey with full support of the Parliament and all New
Zealanders supporting the British Empire because of their belief
that we were all British.
The impact of the War on New Zealand was enormous – 5% of the
military age of men and women were killed and many thousands
wounded. The people were proud of their country’s part in the war
and a sense of National Identity had been born.
New Zealand total population in 1914 was just over One Million.
In all, 120 thousand Kiwis enlisted of whom 103, 000 served
overseas. Approximately 3370 New Zealanders served in either
the Australian or Imperial forces with four winning the Victoria
Cross.
Within a month of the Declaration of War, New Zealand forces had
captured Western Samoa from Germany at the request of the
British Government.
This capture was strategically important
because there was a radio transmitter in the hills behind Apia (The
Capital) capable of sending signals to Berlin and to the German
fleet in the Pacific.
It was in October 1914 that the first group of 8,484 soldiers left
New Zealand heading overseas later with a full Maori contingent
following. Of this group all soldiers were volunteers though later
conscription did take affect.
With Turkey entering the War the New Zealand and Australian
(ANZAC) troops supported British and French soldiers in an
attempt to capture the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey with the
objective of securing the Dardanelles so that the Allied Fleet could
pass safely through and make a reconnaissance with the Russians
in the Black Sea.. Despite many months of fighting they were
unsuccessful and many thousands were killed in action – about
2,700 of them being New Zealanders.
New Zealand troops also took part in the Second battle of Krithia
on 8 May 1915; and then on 8th August New Zealand Troops
captured Chunuk Bair.
It was in December that year Troops evacuated from the ANZAC
area. After pulling out most New Zealand soldiers were then sent
to Northern France and Belgium to fight on the Western Front.
Where they were involved in many battles.
New Zealand Division joined in at the Battle of the Somme in
September 1916. Fifteen thousand members of the Division went
into action and nearly six thousand were wounded and 2000 lost
their lives. Over half of them have no known graves. They are
commemorated on the New Zealand Memorial to the Missing in
Caterpillar Valley Cemetery near Longueval. It was one of these
that was returned home to New Zealand, in November 2004, his
remains lie in the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior outside New
Zealand’s National War Memorial, in Wellington. On October 1917
in a Battle at Passchendaele, New Zealand suffered its highest one
day death toll when 845 were killed in just a few hours.
Members of the New Zealand Orange Lodges Following the
declaration of the War, over 600 members of the Orange Lodges in
New Zealand answered the call to arms during the war for King
and Empire. In 1916 20% of the male members of the Lodges had
enlisted –leaving many lodges severely unable to operate. There
were many wounded and some 57 were killed in action – their
names are recorded in the 1919 Report of Proceedings of the
Grand Lodge.
On ANZAC Day New Zealand remembers all who served in all Wars
that New Zealand has participated in.
LEST WE FORGET
LEST WE FORGET
The above material was compiled from many sources.
For all the saints who from their labours rest,
Who thee by faith before the world confessed,
Thy name, O Jesus, be for ever blessed,
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
.WAITANGI DAY ADDRESS OF
GOVERNOR GENERAL
HIS EXCELLENCY SIR JERRY MATAPARAE
To the many, many people who have come at our invitation to
celebrate this sacred day for the Treaty of Waitangi, I welcome
you to Government House Wellington. My greetings to all of us
who are gathered here.
I would especially acknowledge; our predecessors the Rt Hon Sir
Anand and Lady Susan Satyanand and Lady Norma Beattie; the
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon David Carter; the
Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon Bill English and Mrs Mary English;
His Worship the Mayor of Upper Hutt, Wayne Guppy and Mrs Sue
Guppy; the Bishop of Wellington, the Rt Rev Justin Duckworth and
Mrs Jenny Duckworth; Sir Tamiti Reedy and Lady Tilly Reedy;
Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Members of Parliament and
Member of the Judiciary – tēnā koutou katoa.
Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for coming from all points
around New Zealand – and from overseas – to join Janine and me
in commemorating the 175th anniversary of the signing of Te Tiriti
o Waitangi – the Treaty of Waitangi.
I extend a special welcome to the 26 newest New Zealand citizens
from today’s citizenship ceremony here at Government House, and
your families.
I want to begin by paying tribute to Lord Bledisloe, GovernorGeneral of New Zealand from 1931 to 1935 – and in whose honour
this reception is named.
Bledisloe formed a deep attachment to this country and
encouraged New Zealanders to share his keen interest in our
history. He recognized the significance of Te Tiriti as a founding
document and the partnership it established between Māori and
the Crown. He purchased James Busby’s house, where the Treaty
was first signed – and then, in 1932, presented it along with 1000
acres of reserve land to the people of New Zealand.
Without his foresight and extraordinary act of generosity, the
Treaty House would in all probability have disappeared and our
tradition of annual Waitangi Day commemorations may not have
eventuated.
Until the end of his days, Bledisloe regarded Waitangi as his
spiritual home and his spirit certainly lives on in the legacy he left
to our nation.
This 175th anniversary is a chance to take stock of where we have
come to – and where we are going in the 25 years leading up to
the bicentenary of the signing of the Treaty.
Looking back, we can see how much the relationship between the
Treaty partners has evolved.
There is an expectation that they will act reasonably and in good
faith – and that the Crown has a responsibility to actively protect
Māori interests, work to remedy past wrongs and make informed
decisions on issues that affect Māori.
There’s been considerable progress in Treaty settlements. While
it’s true to say that they can’t undo the wrongs committed in the
past, the settlements have gone some way towards restoring an
economic, cultural and social base for iwi. All New Zealanders
benefit from this progress – as is implied in the whakatauki: Nā tō
rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi – with your food basket and
my food basket the people will thrive.
By the time of the bicentenary in 2040, I like to think that my
mokopuna will live in a New Zealand where we can see the success
of post-settlement enterprises reflected in equally impressive
social and economic indicators.
2015 is notable for significant commemorations of events in our
nation’s story: 150 years since the shift of the seat of government
to Wellington, 100 years since the Gallipoli landings, 50 years of
self-governance for the Cook Islands and 40 years since the hikoi
led by Dame Whina Cooper arrived at Parliament. At such times
we think about the impact of history, about our role in the world
and what this nation stands for.
I also see these milestones of nationhood as opportunities to
reflect on the responsibilities and obligations of citizenship – in
addition to the rights and privileges that we all enjoy.
Honouring the Treaty will always be one of those responsibilities –
by its very nature it must be part of an ongoing dialogue,
facilitated by an informed citizenry. In a sense, I like to think that
it makes every day Waitangi Day for New Zealanders.
We have made great progress in recent years in terms of public
understanding of the Treaty, but we cannot be complacent. When
a quarter of our people were born elsewhere, I acknowledge there
are ongoing challenges in achieving such understanding. It
remains a worthwhile goal for those who choose to live here,
wherever they have come from.
We are fortunate to have such a vibrant mix of cultures taking
their place in the sun on Waitangi Day. This confirms that Te Tiriti
gives all of our citizens the right to call this beautiful country our
home.
For some iwi, the Treaty of Waitangi commemorations will be
observed at a later date, because the various copies of the Treaty
took some months to reach different parts of the country – from
Kaitaia to Rakiura - Stewart Island.
Just two days ago I was at the site where the largest gathering of
Māori and Europeans came together for one of those occasions Mangungu, in the Hokianga. Visiting the site, arriving by waka
and seeing the table used for the signing brought home what a
remarkable scene it must have been on 12 February 1840, when in
the presence of several thousand onlookers, more than 60,
perhaps 75, rangatira from the region signed the Treaty.
This year I intend to visit other sites where rangatira – men and
women - came together to debate what was being proposed to
them, and where many of them made the decision to sign the
Treaty.
Today, as we celebrate our good fortune to be citizens of this
extraordinary and beautiful country, I encourage New Zealanders
to visit some of those sites themselves, to immerse themselves in
our history and to reflect on our collective responsibility to uphold
the special compact that underpins our nationhood.
Again, welcome to you all. I am delighted we can host so many of
you to celebrate this very special Waitangi Day. Please enjoy the
hospitality of Government House.
No reira, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa
DOMINION GRAND BLACK CHAPTER
OF NEW ZEALAND
The Dominion Grand Black Chapter of New Zealand is
holding their 2015 annual convocation in Timaru on
Saturday 16th May in the Scottish Hall. A Church
Service will follow on the Sunday.
All Sir Knights are welcome to attend both..
Diary now, to ensure your attendance.
Further details contact
Mark the date in your
K.K. McCready Grand Registrar.
Cast thy burdens upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee. Psalm 55:22
OUR FLAG CONTINUES
TO BE GREAT
IN THIS 21ST CENTURY
WHY CHANGE THE FLAG
Our New Zealand flag is the symbol of the realm
government and people of New Zealand. Its royal blue
background is reminiscent of the blue sea and clear sky
surrounding us. The stars of the Southern Cross ( Alpha,
Beta, Gamma and Delta) emphasise this country’s location
in the South Pacific Ocean. The Union Flag (or Union Jack
as commonly known) gives recognition to our historical
foundations and the fact that New Zealand was once a
British colony and dominion..
The Union Flag comprises the Crosses of St George of
England, St Andrew of Scotland and St Patrick of Ireland.
Our flag represents our history, our
heritage which none other could ever
do - LEAVE THE FLAG ALONE.
FROM GRAND SECRETARY’S DESK
The Grand Lodge of New Zealand
website - orangeorder.org.nz
Please note the Postal address of the Grand Secretary
which is:
PO Box 96153, Balmoral Post Shop, Balmoral,
Auckland 1342
Next meeting of Grand Executive 9th May 2015
The Imperial Orange Council triennial meeting will be held
in Liverpool 5th to 10th July 2015 with a number of delegates
from New Zealand attending.
AUCKLAND
RESCUE HELECOPTER TRUST
At the Auckland District Lodge meeting in February
Members heard of the History and the Operations of
the Auckland Helicopter Trust by Mr Steve Oliver.
Grand Master at the conclusion of the talk and in thanking Steve
presented a cheque from the Auckland Orange Hall Society for
$1,000.00
The General Manager of the Trust John Hooper, thanked the
District for their generous donation and invited the members to
visit their base and experience at first hand their operation.
Other News from Auckland
was the District joining in the
Christmas celebrations of Papatoetoe Lodge “Renown”.
The engagement was also announced at the celebrations of
the engagement of Sister Alex Biel of Papatoetoe Lodge.
Sister Alex being the daughter of Past Grand Master M.Wor
Brother Rod Biel and Wor Sister Raewyn Biel.
Reporter – Bro Shane Crawford
WELLINGTON LODGE
VISITS LIFE FLIGHT TRUST
In February Lodge Members
made a visit to the
Wellington Life Flight Trust at the Wellington Int’l
Airport
where they had the opportunity again to
inspect their Helicopter which fortunately was at the
base during the Lodge visit.
Miriam Dawson the Communications and Events Assistant
again reminded the members of how the Helicopter service
began as a result of the Wahine Disaster in Wellington
Harbour and answered many questions from members.
They were also shown film clips of various incredible
rescues the Service was called upon .
Members also met the new CEO of the Trust recently arrived
from Australia.
At the conclusion of the visit the Chaplain Brother Keith
Ferrel thanked Miriam for escorting us on the visit and on
behalf of the Lodge presented a Cheque of $500 to the
Trust.
NEWS FROM THE SOUTH
OBITUARY
Worshipful Sister Joan Mabel Taylor 1918-2015
It was with sadness that Members of Christchurch Lodges on the
passing of the beloved Sister Joan, paid tribute to her long service to
the Orange Institution starting in Dunedin in the 1950’s and was a
regular attender at meetings when able .
With her husband Bert she had a great love for the young people
and were Superintendents of the Mosgiel Junior Lodge for many
years but also supported the Dunedin Juniors
To acknowledge her service she was presented in 2014 with a Long
Service Certificate and Jewel.
In the sweet bye and bye,
We shall meet on that beautiful shore.
VISIT OF GRAND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
During the visit of the Grand Executive to Christchuch, they attended
a meetIng of The District Lodge with the Grand Master M.W. Brother
Kerry McCready conducting the Election of Officers.
Officers elected were; District Mistress Sheryll Rodgers ( re-elected);
Deputy Mistress Sister Patricia Ellis; Chaplain Sister Helen McHaffie;
Secretary Siser Margaret Stewart; Treasurer Sister Rosalind Stewart;
Committee Brother Olaf Trent, John Bennett; Director of Ceremonies
Sister Hazel Trent; Deacons Brothers John McHaffie and Olaf Trent;
Inner Guard Brother John Bennett.
The Installation ceremony will be held in May in Timaru.
Executive Officers also inspected the Hall and Property which was
opened in 1976 by the then Grand Master M.W. Brother Charles
Ferrel of Wellington.
After proceedings the Executive Officers were taken by car to
show some of the residential areas suffered by the
Earthquakes where now there are no houses.
Thank you
Sheryll and Margaret for taking time to provide the tour.
OVERSEAS NEWS OBITUARY
BROTHER THE LORD MOLYNEAUX OF KILLEAD, KBE
The Loyal Orange Instituion world wide is the poorer for the
loss of Brother & Sir Kt Jim Molyneaux, who slipped
peacefully into the arms of his Saviour on Monday 9th March
2015. Lord Molyneau had been an ardent champion of the
Orange Principles of civil and religious liberty for most of
his 94 years.
A member of Ballynadrenta LOL 1059 in Crumlin, he served
in high office at various times as Antrim Deputy County
Grand Master and as an Honorary Deputy Grand Master. It
was at the Imperial Orange Council hosted by the Scottish
jurisdiction at Stirling in 1991 that he also attained the
office of Imperial Grand Master. He also gave sterling
service to the Black Institution, serving as Grand Master of
the Imperial Grand Black Chapter of the British
Commonwealth from 1971 until 1998.
Courteous, self-effacing and with unshakeable personal
Christian
convictions,
Lord
Molyneaux
was
hugely
influential through his dedication to politics and the loyal
orders. He led the Ulster Unionist Party from 1979 to 1995
through some of the most difficult experiences of “the
troubles”. He served in HM forces during the Second World
War and was among the first British troops to liberate the
Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945. He was
Knighted in 1996, becoming a life peer the following year.
He will be remembered with much esteem and affection.
He was a gentleman and true friend.
Printed from the Orange Torch
Lord Molyneux made several visits to New Zealand for
which one was the meeting of the Imperial Orange Council
held in Auckland in 1994. Visits were to Hawke Bay and
Wellington.
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CLOSING DATE FOR NEXT ISSUE
August 2015
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Printing Date
April 2015
The Editor apologies for the lateness of this edition of
New Zealand Orange News.
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WHANGAREI 0147
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