During the week in Parramatta I witnessed the collective deep faith, integrity, camaraderie, loyalty, courage, honesty, care, compassion, vulnerability, inclusiveness, openness, respect and wise vision of the 250 good men who gathered in hope and solidarity.

In the autumn edition of The Swag I told you about the special deal being offered by The Tablet. Unfortunately the wording in the advertisement supplied by The Tablet was confusing and many who decided to take up the offer found it rather a tiresome venture. I have communicated your complaints directly to Ian Farrar, The Tablet Marketing Manager, who assures me that the subscription office in Sydney now has everything ‘under control’.

2010 is gearing up to be a very busy and productive year for us at the office. I am especially looking forward to the July convention which will be my fifth, in my role as executive officer of the organisation.