2026 ANZMRC Conference BRISBANE – Saturday 31 October 2026 to Sunday 1 November 2026.
SPEAKERS and PRESENTERS Programme: Maybe Subject to Change.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ATTENDING – If So – Please visit the Trybooking Website Link:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1564866
The 2026 ANZMRC Conference will be held at the quaint Inchcolm Hotel, 73 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill, Brisbane. QLD 4000
There will be a gala 3 course dinner on the Saturday evening in the beautifully presented dining room.
We will have 2 days of quality speakers presenting a range of interesting papers including 6 Past Kellerman Lecturers, 5 Potential Kellerman Lecturers, 4 from Australia & New Zealand and 1 from Singapore.
The cost of A$250 will include all of the Inchcolm Hotel conference costs, including conference room hire, morning and afternoon teas, working lunches and the Saturday evening banquet, not including drinks.
Attendees will cover their own transport costs and accommodation and other meals.
The following link is available which covers all Masonic Orders available in New Zealand –
Most of these orders are available in Australia – please contact the Grand Lodge Links per state available on this website – or – https://www.masonicworldguide.com
We extend a warm welcome to our Website
Masonic World Guide – LINK – https://www.masonicworldguide.com
Right Worshipful Brother Kent Henderson, Past Junior Grand Warden, is a well-known Masonic scholar. He holds a Diploma of Teaching, a Bachelor of Education, a Graduate Diploma of Education, and a Master of Education.
We welcome to the ANZMRC a new Associate Member ‘Concord Lodge of Mark Master Masons No 580’.
Link to Website:
https://www.facebook.com/markmasonnz
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MEETING DATES FOR RESEARCH LODGES: (New Zealand).
THE MASTERS & PAST MASTERS No 130 – Christchurch.
https://www.canterburyfreemasons.org.nz/about-us/
Wed 16th September 2026.
Wed 18th November 2026.
OTAGO RESEARCH LODGE No 161 – Dunedin, Manor Place.
https://omct.co.nz/OMCTLodges.html
On evening of 29 July, the Research Lodge Question and Answer Forum was held.
Thanks to those who attended and contributed.
At the commencement V Wor Bro Ainsley Watson gave a summary of the new Education Portal.
This should be very helpful to all Brethren as it develops.
Several Questions were then put to the Forum and answered by those attending
and I hope to put these in future Newsletters. Below are the first two questions:
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QUESTION 1
Why is an Entered Apprentice not a man of honour and a Fellow Craft is?
QUESTION 2
I have heard the words spoken when we do the Fire in silence after the Tylers Toast,
but have not been able to remember them and would like to find out what they are if possible?
Wednesday 30th September 2026.
Fri 4th December 2026.
UNITED MASTERS LODGE No 167 – Auckland Masonic Centre, 181 Khyber Pass Road.
Thu 22nd October 2026 (Installation).
RESEARCH LODGE of WELLINGTON No. 194 – 65 Udy Street Petone.
Thu 10th September 2026.
Thu 12th November 2026 (Installation).
HAWKE’S BAY RESEARCH LODGE No 305 – Hastings Lodge Rooms, 117 Queen Street East, Hastings.
Mon 2nd November 2026.
THE RESEARCH LODGE of the TARANAKI PROVINCE No. 323 – Lawry Street, New Plymouth.
Wed 28th October 2026.
RESEARCH LODGE of SOUTHLAND No. 415 – Invercargill.
Tue 13th October 2026.
Tue 8th December 2026.
MIDLAND DISTRICT LODGE of RESEARCH No. 436 – Timaru.
Sat 12th September 2026.
Wed 2nd December 2026.
THE RESEARCH LODGE of RUAPEHU No. 444 – Amesbury Street, Palmerston North.
Mon 19th October 2026.
Mon 21st December 2026.
THE WAIKATO LODGE of RESEARCH No. 445 – Rotorua.
Tue 15th September 2026.
Tue 17th November 2026.
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This collection is the brainchild of Bro. John MacDonald – 2025 – The Serendipity of John MacDonald (refers).
We have decided with the Contributor’s approval, to add the following very detailed and searchable documents, packed with many interesting Masonic and Other Orders, to the Masonic Serendipity page on the website.
There will be copies of:
2020, 2021 and 2022 ‘Monthly Discovery – Panui a Marama – The Newsletter of the Northern Division – Freemasons New Zealand’.
2018 and 2019 ‘North News’.
2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 ‘North Talk’.
16 July 2026.
This Brother who is well versed in many orders in Freemasonry and vast credit of thanks is extended to this Brother who has made available to us his research and educational expertise that will be uploaded to your website, at regular intervals.
Development and Goals of the ANZMRC Website
The ANZMRC (Australian and New Zealand Masonic Research Council) is currently in the process of developing a comprehensive website (www.anzmrc.online) aimed at providing valuable resources and information for followers, researchers, and individuals interested in Freemasonry. This platform is designed to support the development of skills necessary for presenting research papers in their Lodges or as Kellerman Lecturers at our biennial conferences.
Website Objectives
The primary objective of this website is to serve as a repository of knowledge and guidance. It will include various pointers and information to help individuals hone their research and presentation skills.
Community Contributions
Our team of dedicated Freemasons has been working diligently on this site, and we are now seeking feedback from all users, including our Affiliate and Associate Members. We encourage members to contribute Research Papers that they wish to see published on our website. Additionally, we welcome information about the specific areas of research where members need assistance or the topics currently pursued by members in their Research Lodges. Any other relevant research material considered suitable for inclusion will also be published on behalf of users, should they express a desire for it.
Global Engagement
While the website is still under development, these are exciting times for all Freemasons looking to be part of this significant undertaking. We are eager to hear your thoughts and perspectives from a global standpoint.
We kindly ask for your patience as we are a small team. The expansion and enhancement of this website rely heavily on the help and impetus provided by our members and contributors.
Conclusion
The ANZMRC website promises to be an invaluable resource for the Masonic community, fostering research, collaboration, and the sharing of knowledge. We look forward to your feedback and contributions to make this endeavour a success.
Thank you for your support.
Kerry Nicholls.
President.
cheker@xtra.co.nz