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15 Harman Street, Manly QLD 4179 Website: www.bays idewoodturne rs .com Email : admin@bays ide woodtu rners .com Bayside Woodturners and Woodcrafters Clu b banking deta i ls : BSB: 06 4142 Account: 0090 3158
PATRON Joan Pease MP Member for Lytton
POSITION NAME EMAIL PHONE
President Steve Schuhmacher [email protected] 38225227
Vice President John Ford [email protected] 33935608
Secretary Maurice Page [email protected] 38433628
Treasurer Murry Porteous [email protected] 32867292
COMMITTEE
POSITION NAME PHONE EMAIL
Assistant Secretary Clara Adams 33963162 [email protected]
Assistant Treasurer Bill Sedgwick 33968732 [email protected]
Members NAME PHONE NAME PHONE Charles Bate 33967335 Mark Johnson 0410504302 Bill Darville 38511075 Karl Kleinboeck 32993538 Beryl Diamond 38228746 Evan Lloyd 0432209777 Ian Hodgson 32454512 Dave Marsen 38932301 Chris Young 34592251 Dave Praeger 39011065
March 2019 March 2019
Newsletter July 2019
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President’s Report Don’t tell the Treasurer, who is holidaying in Europe, but we’ve spent all “his” money.
After the Carbatec thicknesser which ‘had served us many days’ finally gave up the ghost, and the
mournful cries of the devastated members reached the ears of our very attendant committee, a new
Powermatic 20inch thicknesser was purchased through our trusty member on the staff at Carbatec.
Andy gave us a great deal and for that and his attention to detail we thank him and Carbatec. This
machine is 3 phase and will have to be wired in so a short wait is anticipated. It also requires a little
rearrangement of machine placement. Please familiarise yourself with the new set-up and the safety
issues associated with same.
Then, after some long-term debate, the defibrillator approved by committee has been purchased. All up
we are about $7000 poorer. Now your committee has seen to your needs, please respond by fulfilling
your side of the deal by attending to the little things –
Don’t forget to:
Throw in your $2 when you come for a session at the club
Don’t forget to pay for your wood
Look after our machines;
Do your best to support Club functions which contribute to club funds;
Make yourself available for fundraisers e.g. Bunnings BBQ.
The demo by Chris Pouncy was well attended and well received. Carbatec have complemented us and
named us as the best “audience” of the entire Australia wide tour. Not something to be sneezed at, and
another feather in our cap. Give yourselves a pat on the back. I should acknowledge here the input from
Paul in urging Wednesday demos. This has been a great success and we look forward, as does he, to the
time we can see Paul every week and benefit from his wisdom and skill.
Wilco went AWOL, but the response already to the “Pens for the Troops” has been amazing. Now he’s
back from his annual walkabout in Nambour, a couple of days will be organised to “teach” pen-turning
and to produce some more.
Don’t forget the Auction on 14th of August with lists of items to Bill by 7th. Any assistance with
preparation on Tuesday 13th would be appreciated.
Mt Gravatt Show this weekend and Redfest on the first weekend in September – all assistance with
preparation and manning of stalls and demos and workshops will be well received.
I finish on a sad note in this month that we have lost two more former members: Malcolm Randall and
Geoff Rayson. Our thoughts are with their families and we thank both men for their contribution to our
Club.
Happy Woodworking
Steve.
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Lookin’ Up Yer Dates 27th & 28th July – Mt Gravatt Show 4th August – Bribie Island Woodworkers & Ipswich Woodworkers Inter Club Competition at Bribie Island Clubhouse is worth a visit to see the items that are produced. 14th August – Tool Sale August – Ipswich open day (date to be confirmed) 4th September – Rod Hunkin (Toymaker) Demo 6th to 8th September – Redfest 20th & 21st September- at Cooroy Memorial Hall – Cooroora Inter Club Competition - All groups of the club are expected to contribute a sample of their best work 29th September – Bunnings Sausage Sizzle 9th October – Club 30th Birthday Party 26th & 27th October - Ipswich Woodcrafter Assembly 24th November – Bunnings Sausage Sizzle
Demonstrations In-house demos will now be scheduled for the first Wednesday of the month prior to the meeting. They
will start at 8.30am and during the demonstration period no work will be undertaken by club members
with any machinery. There will be no show and tell for that Wednesday morning which is only one day
of the month.
Demos by outside demonstrators will be as usual on Saturday morning. When there is a guest
demonstration there will be no Wednesday demo.
Remember: You can get DVD copies of all demos for $2 a copy - see Rob McGregor.
Regular Meetings 1st Wednesday of month
Wednesday each week
In-house demos Club show and tell and meeting
8.30am 10am to 12 noon Shed open from 9am
Demo by Club members NO show & tell at the club meeting that follows Sharing of wit and wisdom, knowledge and experience, techniques and tips All contributions welcome.
3rd Wednesday of Month
Breakfast & Club competition
Novice & Open section
No show and tell contribution today. Competition Entries to be benched before 9:30.
Tuition - Free to Members Monday PYROGRAPHY
Instruction and self paced projects 7.00pm – 9.00 pm
1st Monday of month ADVANCED WOOD TURNING group & SCULPTORS
8am
Tues evening every week and 1st Monday of month
CARVING From beginner to advanced
6 pm till 9 pm 9am – 5 pm
Wednesday arvo every week
TURNING INSTRUCTION Teachers / mentors for all skill levels
12:30 till 3 pm
2nd Saturday MACHINERY GROUP Hands on use of all workshop equipment in making
8:30 till 12:00
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projects
Thursday after the second Saturday Sometimes 2nd sometimes 3rd
MACHINERY GROUP Hands on use of all workshop equipment in making projects
8:30 till 12:00
Thursday every week CLOCK MAKING GROUP 2 pm till 4 pm
3rd Saturday
SCROLL SAW & INTARSIA Come and learn the tips and tricks
8:30 till 11.30
1st & 3rd Mondays & 3rd Friday of month
INSTRUMENT MAKING GROUP Planning & discussion
9.30 till 12.30
Saturday General Access to Club Facilities You must be a member
There must be two in attendance and both must be accredited on the machines.
AVAILABLABILITY FOR GENERAL ACCESS 1st Saturday of month if no club demo
3rd & 4th Saturday of month
Contact the Shed Captain rostered for the day to express your intention in attending
Club Equipment, Training & Safety General reminder
You are not permitted to use machinery without accreditation and there must be 2 people in
attendance whilst using the machinery.
Do you have accreditation for tool sharpening?
Articles of Interest LIBRARY
Club members are again reminded not to remove books which still bear a red sticker on the cover. The
book becomes available for borrowing after the red sticker has been removed. The latest woodcarving
magazine is the latest casualty to disappear with the red sticker still attached. A pyrography book is also
missing and both these items are to be returned without delay.
MISSING BOWLS & TIMBER
Rob McG. is missing 2 bowls which were on display at the Maleny wood show. They went missing
between the conclusion of the show and unpacking of all the containers back at the club house. Some
slabs of timber bearing Rob’s name have also disappeared. These slabs are necessary for a special
project by Rob. If anyone is able to shed any light on these missing items please contact Steve as soon as
possible.
Remember if it’s not your name on the timber it is not yours.
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MT GRAVATT SHOW - 27th & 28th July
Just a reminder to members that our club has a stand at the show and you are encouraged to visit as a
show of support or to assist. The volunteer roster has closed but there is nothing to stop you from
getting behind the counter if you have an hour or two to spare between your wanderings around the
rest of the show.
UP COMING CHANGES TO CLUB PROTOCOLS & WEBSITE
Evan has taken a role in reviewing our club rules to update them to meet current requirements and
stream-lining our medical records system. Alan Bruce and Chris are weaving their magic in the IT area by
revising our database and internet access possibilities.
Many thanks to the members for taking on these tasks.
INSTRUMENT MAKING GROUP
Dave P. has chosen for the group to make a four string concert ukulele which is a better instrument than
the standard ukulele. This group will meet on the 3rd Friday of each month between 9.30 & 12.30, for
planning and discussion and on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month for the making of the instrument.
A DVD will soon be available from the club for $2 to assist those participating in this project.
TOOL AUCTION
The next tool auction will be held at the club on the 14th August. A form has been compiled and sent out,
by Bill, for members to list their items, selling price and other information. This form can be completed
online and emailed back to Bill. If you do not have access to email the form must be returned to Bill at
least a week prior to the auction. Now is your chance to dispose of your pre-loved tools and machinery.
A reserve price can be set but remember it should be kept at a reasonable level if you want it to be sold.
All items are to be brought to the club on 13th August whereupon each item will be numbered.
Volunteers are needed to help with the setup and cataloguing if items for sale.
The club takes 10% commission of the selling price.
COOROY - Inter Club Competition
The Cooroy Woodworkers Club holds its Wood Craft Show in September each year.
A volunteer is required to take items up to Cooroy for the competition, at Cooroy Memorial Hall, Maple
Street Cooroy, on Thursday 19th September on behalf of the club members and for someone to be
responsible to collect these items for return to Brisbane on the Sunday 22nd.
Our usual courier at the club is unable to undertake this task this year and it would be good to pass the
baton on to a willing club member.
COUNCIL OF WOODWORK CLUBS
Upcoming events around Australia can be viewed on the following website:
https://www.councilwoodworkclubs.org/
MEDICAL FORMS
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Just a reminder to members to complete your form and return it to the club as soon as possible as your
life may very well depend on it should an emergency arise.
It is there for the purpose of assisting paramedics in an emergency situation. It is securely stored and
available only to the paramedics for these situations.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
The club celebrated this occasion at the Manly Bowls Club on 6th July. For those lucky enough to be able
to attend the food was delicious, plentiful and large variety of high quality food was available and
matched the quality of the service and facilities.
All those who attended had lots of fun with the raffle and the prizes were predominately made up of
chocolate, wine, plants and lovely hand crafted jewellery. Many thanks to Adrian and others who
organised this event. Let’s make it a bigger event next year, bring along some friends so book it in your
calendar before you forget. You don’t need to be a club member, friends and family are more than
welcome.
Adrian and Mark conducting the
‘’swindle’’
The ‘’A Team’’
The ‘’B Team’’
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The Club’s ‘’Chain Gang’’ hard at work cutting up a large Camphor Laurel tree into workable pieces. A
special thanks to John, Jim, Frank and volunteers for their expertise in carrying out this enormous task.
STATE Of ORIGIN
Not with standing an unfortunate ending to the game a good night was had by all who attended and
dined on fresh prawns and oysters. Foods left over were sold on the night to any of the attendees who
wanted a ‘’take away’’. Book yourself in for next year for a good night out.
We would like to present some of the items from early club newsletters.
Time to celebrate
Bayside Woodcrafters & Wood turners Club
30th Birthday
OCTOBER 2019
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3 march 1992 Newsletter
Hard to believe club members are still only paying $2 – 27 years on.
February 2000 Newsletter
Club Course Costs from 19 years ago
Today there are no fees for scroll-sawing
and none of the other fees have increased
Photo Gallery of only a small portion of the wonderful work of club members It is not possible to show, in the newsletter, every item made by Club members so check out the club
website and facebook for detailed pictures of these and many more items.
https://baysidewoodturners.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Bayside-Woodturners-Woodcrafters-Club-1432805143643413/
Athol’s knitting bowl ‘’bursting at the seams’’ ready for a new owner!
How to secure your possessions.
This box made by Laurie has a secret sequence to master before opening it. It is made from rose mahogany.
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Club members are busy making pens for The Australian Troops – This is only a small sample of pens made by club members Display box of pens is by Wayne
The 2 bowls at top of picture are an experiment with colour by Wally The coin inset box was crafted by Frank from purple gidgee
Chris is masterfully crafting these lovely dragons from exotic timbers more than 70 hours of work so far.
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Rick a recent newcomer to the club has made some lovely
items.
This is Rick’s first item he made on a lathe.
Well Done!
These citronella candle holders below are made from wood recovered from branches
and debris in Rick’s yard. Very resourceful & very unique!
Rick created this Rhino from timber debris he recovered from his yard. He could see the shape so did a bit of cutting & carving to finalise the head. Very clever & life like!
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Turning a Grin
Don’t let ageing get you down, it’s too hard to get back up.
Clock 3 years in the
making by Rob McG.
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Alternative National Anthem Australians all let us rejoice The weekend now is near We’ve worked all bloody week for this Dear God let’s get a beer. Our desks abound in paperwork Our hands are stained in ink In desperate stage, we’ll fly the cage Advance to Friday drinks!! With joyful strains, destroy our brains Advance to Friday drinks. (from Amazing Australian Jokes)
From a School Student’s perspective
PE – Pointless exercise
TEST – Testing every students time
TEACHERS – Tearing every amazing child’s hopes
every rattely second
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Thank you to the Business Supporters of our Club
Australia’s Largest Range of
Tools For Wood
Our favourite Tree Lopper
Please consider him for any future work and recommend him to friends
12 Trade Street
LYTTON QLD Phone: 07 3893 2066 Email: brisbane @stairmaster.com.au
398 Wondall Road Manly West
David Carrigg
Phone: 1300 855 807 Mobile: 0419 767 222 Website: www.ipests.com.au Email: [email protected]
Please consider using his company and
referring him to your friends.
Jim Molineux Electrical Pty. Ltd. Industrial, Commercial & Domestic Electrical
Contractor 36 Tenth Ave. Kedron QLD 4031
Phone: 33591139 Mobile: 0418713547
BRIDGESTONE SELECT 88 Tingal Road,WYNNUM QLD 4178
http:www.bridgestoneselect.com.au
Bayside Woodies would like to thank Bridgestone Select, Wynnum for donating tyres for the club trailer. Please remember
this company when you need tyres or wheels. Support those who support us and keep your
money in local business.
Unit 1, 15 Newmann Road CAPALABA QLD 4157
Phone: 07 3390 2474 http://promac.com.au/ Email: [email protected]
Joan Pease MP & her staff at the
LYTTON ELECTORAL OFFICE For their continued support with the Club’s bulk printing