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Bro Alexander C.G Moncrief Grand Master Mason
Thursday 27th November 2025 was the Ceremony of the Installation of the Grand Master Mason and Grand Office-bearers held in Freemasons' Hall, 96 George Street, Edinburgh. Bro Alexander C.G Moncrief was installed as the Grand Master Mason.
Dec 41 min read


Brother Johnson Uyseco - Even Dracula would be satisfied.
300 blood donations is an impressive tally, one befitting the stature of our Bro Johnson Uyseco of Lodge Snt Andrews 418. With genuine compassion for others our trusty Brother donates a pint or two for the saving of lives. We celebrate and congratulate this milestone of giving a priceless gift to someone in need. Your blood is worth bottling - it is aged to perfection.
Nov 261 min read


Br Tony Hill, MBE, JP – National President - Royal New Zealand Returned and Services' Association (NZRSA)
Bro Tony Hill, of Lodge Hinemoa No. 786 SC, the brethren of your own lodge and from all of us in district extend our congratulations on becoming the National President of the Royal New Zealand Returned and Services' Association (NZRSA) – a deserving accomplishment. Tony Hill, MBE, JP – National President NZRSA Hailing from the small town of Waitara in Taranaki, Tony is a seasoned leader with more than 30 years of service in the New Zealand Army. Tony served as an officer with
Nov 241 min read


Installation Of Brother Euan Alexander Allan - Ponsonby 708
At the regular installation ceremony of Lodge Ponsonby 708 on Saturday 8th November 2025, the 142nd Right Worshipful Master, Brother Euan Alexander Allan was duly installed into the chair of King Solomon for the ensuing year, along with the investiture of office bearers for the 2025-2026 year. To view the Installation Program and for further photo's of the evening, view these on the Ponsonby 708 photo pages .
Nov 91 min read


St John Kilwinning 662 lads in the new regalia..
Attached photo of the St John Kilwinning 662 brethren in their new regalia at the installation of Lodge Waikanae 433 NZC. Looking very...
Jul 271 min read


Scottish Freemasons supporting Mackenzie Loudon, a young piper.
Three years ago, the Scottish Freemasons in the North Island of New Zealand sponsored Mackenzie Loudon, a young piper who was showing a...
Jul 71 min read


Snt John Kilwinning 662 new regalia
With the assistance of the Geoff & Nell Erne Adams Trust, St John Kilwinning No 662 has just acquired a complete set of new regalia. ...
Jun 301 min read


Hinemoa - 60 year service - Bro John More
Bro John More was presented by Bro. Ian law his 60 year service certificate
Jun 81 min read


New Roof WIP Lodge Montrose
The Lodge Building of Lodge Montrose 722 at 188 Childers Road, Gisborne 4010 is undergoing the fitting of a new roof. The building is...
May 291 min read


St John Kilwinning at the 150th anniversary of Lodge Wellington
St John Kilwinning at the 150th anniversary of Lodge Wellington
Apr 231 min read


Funding the Gisborne St John Youth colour
On November 20, 2021, we attended a small ceremony with representatives from the our lodge and the Geoff and Nell Earne Adam's Charitable...
Jan 91 min read


Bro. Charlie Macleod's 90th Birthday
Brethren, last night was one of the nights to remember. We had brethren coming from different lodges and constitutions to celebrate with...
Jan 91 min read


Camp Quality Catering
Camp Quality is a national charity which organises an annual camp for children with cancer. The objective is not only to give the...
Jan 91 min read


Members of Lodge Hinemoa promote group at Stratford A&P Show stall
Members of Lodge Hinemoa were at the Stratford A&P Show last month, talking to potential new members and promoting the charitable work...
Jun 26, 20231 min read


We Make Good Men Better
The Masons have many branches - or lodges - in many countries, but a lot of people don't know much about them, and worse, think they are...
Jun 26, 20234 min read


Freemasons collect $30,000 for mayoral relief fund
Gisborne Freemasons have handed over $30,000 for the Tairāwhiti Mayoral Relief Fund. All the lodges in New Zealand and some from overseas...
Jun 26, 20231 min read
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