Scribbler Edition # 88
by Andy Maskell | 10 Apr 2023 | E-News, News | 2 Comments
Scribbler 87 – Christmas Edition
by Andy Maskell | 22 Dec 2022 | E-News, News | 0 Comments
Adamson, Hugh Malcolm
by MattAdmin | 09 Dec 2022 | Deceased, News | 0 Comments
Allen, Frank (Gubby)
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THE SCRIBBLER # 86
by MattAdmin | 29 Jul 2022 | E-News | 0 Comments
HMAS Stirling Pay and Accounts Office Scribes from the mid 1980s!
by Andy Maskell | 23 Mar 2022 | News | 0 Comments
Flashback Wednesday…1977 ADV WTRs Course
by Andy Maskell | 21 Mar 2022 | News | 0 Comments

24 Feb 22 Flashback Thursday – Initial Writer Class 120 – 1995
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Scribbler #85
by Andy Maskell | 18 Dec 2021 | E-News, News, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Minutes of the RAN Writers Association Annual General Meeting Held 07 Oct 21
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THE SCRIBBLER #84
by MattAdmin | 13 Oct 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments

Throwback Thursday – 03 June 2021

Throwback Thursday – 24 May 2021
by MattAdmin | 24 May 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
Throwback Thursday 24 May 2021
Last weeks throwback Thursday is looked back at the Initial Writers Course session 006 (13 September – 19 November 2010) and the Intermediate Writers Course session 006 (28 March – 15 April 2011).
We also threw back & looked back at the Commanding Officers Secretary PJT (25 – 29 Nov 02) and the Initial Writers Course session 247 (10 Sep – 16 Nov 07). Great to see Sharon and a few more familiar faces – some young and some more mature faces!

The Scribbler # 83 – May 2021
by MattAdmin | 10 May 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 83. May 2021
E NEWS
Welcome to Scribbler #83. I know in the previous newsletter we acknowledged the tough times (Bushfires, Floods, Storms, Covid-19, lockdowns and closed borders) that have affected many families in 2020. Sadly, this has not abated and now more than ever we need to rally and ensure all our fellow Scribes and families are safe and well.
Annual General Meeting
The AGM was held 31 March 2021 via Zoom – well done to the team for bring us into the virtual age. It was great to see a number of faces online. The Minutes of the AGM can be found either on Facebook or at Attachment B.

Throwback Thursday – 6 May 2021

Throwback Thursday – 6 May 2021
by MattAdmin | 06 May 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
Throwback Thursday 06 May 2021
What a change between the two photos being posted today. 10 years between these initial courses. Initial Writer Course Session 002 (22 Jun – 04 Sep 2009) & Maritime Personnel Operator Course Session 007 (27 May – 13 Sep 2019).

RAN Writers Association AGM Minutes 31 March 2021
by MattAdmin | 20 Apr 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
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MINUTES OF THE
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Attendance
Mark Worrall President (Meeting Chair)
Mark Mobley
Andrew Beales
Alan Axford
Peter Stone
Steve Friend
Matt Regan
Terry Young
Jaylene Byrne
Andrew Maskell Acting Secretary
Jay Stevenson
Ben Lovett
Apologies
Brian Eagles
Marc Henderson
1. President’s Acknowledgement of Country. The President, Mark Worrall opened the meeting at 1904 hrs by providing an acknowledgement of country, pays his respects on behalf of the RAN Writers Association to the elders past, present and emerging, acknowledging their connections to land, sea and community. He also extended his respects on behalf of the Association to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have served and continue to serve today.

Flashback Friday 16 April 2021
by MattAdmin | 16 Apr 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
This Week’s Flashback Friday – 16 April 2021
The senior MPO course and MPS staff have had a busy week with over 30 students currently undertaking training. The highlight this week was a very informative brief from the Directorate of Navy Employment Conditions. As a result once again throwback Thursday turned into flashback Friday. Enjoy!
Today’s photos are from the ML-P supervisor course session 0021 (03-27 September 2018) and the Advanced Writers course session 20 (05 November – 15 December 1995).

Throwback Thursday 08 April 2021
by MattAdmin | 08 Apr 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
This week’s throwback photos were shared by LSMPO Erin Kelly who is one of the Maritime Personnel School’s Initial MPO instructors. Erin herself is currently on course undertaking the Senior MPO course (aka intermediate course) virtually.
The Maritime Personnel School is a Navy leader in delivering virtual training to our people which provides greater flexibility and has enabled important career continuum training to recommence. That being said, this week we took a look at the Initial Writers course session 116 from 10 April – 03 August 1995, and the Maritime Logistics Personnel Operator course session 012 which was held from 22 July – 01 November 2019.

Flashback Friday 02 April 2021
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This week’s Flashback Friday – 02 April 2021
Two photos this week looking back at some of the initial courses over time. Initial Maritime Personnel Operator Course Session 024 – 07 Sep – 04 Dec 20 and Basic Writer Course Session 109.
It was greet to see SMNMPO Ben Lovett online for the Association’s recent AGM! BZ Ben. It’s great to see the next generation getting involved in the Association which is for our current and veteran workforce. BZ Ben. Watch this space for the outcomes of the AGM.
On behalf of the President and committee wishing you and your families a safe and happy Easter.

Flashback Friday 26 March 2021
by MattAdmin | 27 Mar 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
Yesterday was a busy day here at the Maritime Personnel School so this weeks throwback Thursday has turned into a Flashback Friday.
Today we have a photo of the Basic Writer Course 104 – 17 Jan 94 – 13 May 94 and the farewell comments which were written on the back of the photo by course members.

Throwback Thursday 18 March 2021
16 Mar 21 – QLD WOWTR Catch ups
by Andy Maskell | 16 Mar 2021 | News | 0 Comments
Committee Nomination Form and Call for AGM Agenda Items

Throwback Thursday 11 March 2021

Senior Maritime Personnel Operator Course

Throwback Friday 5 March 21
Notice of AGM – 30 March 2021
by MattAdmin | 27 Feb 2021 | E-News | 0 Comments
Notice of the Annual General Meeting of the Royal Australian Navy Writers Association
Dear member,
This is to advise you of the upcoming Annual General Meeting of the members of the Royal Australian Navy Writers Association. The details of this meeting are as follows:
Date: Tuesday 30 March 2021
Time: Commencing at 1900 hrs (7 pm)
Place: Due to COVID-19 restrictions the meeting will be conducted virtually using
Zoom – see Annex A for instruction on how to join the meeting

The Scribbler # 81 – October 2020
by MattAdmin | 27 Oct 2020 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 81. October 2020
E NEWS
Welcome to Scribbler #81. I know in the previous newsletter we acknowledged the tough times (Bushfires, Floods, Storms, Covid-19, lockdowns and closed borders) that have affected many families in 2020. Sadly, this has not abated and now more than ever we need to rally and ensure all our fellow Scribes and families are safe and well.

The Scribbler # 80 – June 2020
by MattAdmin | 01 Jul 2020 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 80. June 2020
E NEWS
Welcome to Scribbler #80. What a year we have had thus far. I know there are some of our members and families going through tough times and our thoughts go out to them all.
Across Australia, and indeed internationally, we have had Bushfires, Floods, Hail Storms and now Covid-19 all causing wide-spread damage, asset losses, job losses, worst air pollution in the world, isolation and indeed sadly, loss of life. This has touched us all.
I have heard that many of you have battled the fires, were part of the clean-up teams and indeed assisted the community. For that we thank you dearly.
Obviously we are not through this yet but the national effort is showing positive results. We must continue to

AGM Minutes 26 Oct 2019
by MattAdmin | 27 Nov 2019 | E-News | 0 Comments
Royal Australian Navy Writers Association
(incorporating Maritime Logistics Personnel)
2018/2019 Annual General Meeting
26 Oct 19
Club York 95-99 York St Sydney
President declared the meeting open at 1310.
1.Current President, Mark Worrall, gave a welcome address to those present outlining the Agenda and procedures for the meeting. Acknowledging the good turnout and the number of current serving ‘scribes’ present. A thank you to Mark Mobley for organising the venue and table for lunch and the AGM.Minutes of the previous AGM were confirmed – tabled Mark Worrall Seconded Steve Friend. Nil actions arising.

The Scribbler # 78 – July 2019
by MattAdmin | 11 Jul 2019 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 78. July 2019
E NEWS
Welcome to Scribbler #78. It may have a long time between newsletters, but the lack of news does not mean we have been idle. Preparation is well under way for the 2020 Writers Reunion next March in Canberra.
Scribe’s Reunion
The 2020 reunion will be held in Canberra on the weekend of the 6th and 7th March 2020. The venue will be Rydges Capital Hill. Finer details and costs are in the final stages of negotiation and will be advised very soon.
Accommodation in the area is plentiful and close and with varying degrees of cost.
Rydges Capital Hill – The event venue – 02 62953144
Forrest Hotel and Apartments – 2 minute walk – Relaxed, Family-run hotel, 1 KM from Parliament House. Hotel rooms plus one and two bedroom fully appointed apartments – bring the family for the weekend – 02 62034300
Further afield but within walking distance is the Burbury, Little National, The Realm, the Kurrajong, Brassey House and further still Easts.

The Scribbler # 76 – August 2018
by MattAdmin | 09 Aug 2018 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 76. August 2018
THE SCRIBBLER
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SCRIBBLER # 76.
IMPORTANT MESSAGES TO ALL FINANCIAL MEMBERS:
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 26 OCTOBER 2017
All Positions on the Committee, President (Please note that Lew announced his retirement at the very successful Adelaide Reunion), Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and three Committee Members are declared vacant at the AGM and an election of volunteers must take place.
To ensure the voting is done within accepted guidelines we would like a volunteer to act as the returning officer. All financial members are eligible to vote. If you are not a financial member you can become one now, then you have the right to vote for a candidate of your choice.
The Association cannot operate without capable volunteers. All positions will be declared vacant. Due to ‘Association rules and regulations’ the President, Secretary and Treasurer, as association officials must reside in the ACT. All other positions are available to all other State/Territory residents. Once we have a returning officer we will publicise where to send your nomination. If there are more than one nomination for a position a vote will be required. All financial members are permitted to vote for the person of their selection. Closing date for nominations will be 31 August 2018, voting will close on 01 October 2018.

The Scribbler # 75 – June 2018
by MattAdmin | 12 Jun 2018 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 75. June 2018
THE SCRIBBLER
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SCRIBBLER # 75.
ACCOLADES FOR ADELAIDE
The planning was done, the program was set, the venues arranged and the keen team of volunteers promised a good reunion. From all that we have heard they got that wrong, it was a wonderful time and a very worthwhile experience. Congratulations Adelaide.
The much coveted Sir Yes Sir Global Writer Ring was won by James Carroll. This is a one off silver ring, with the Scribes logo on it, will be a piece of scribe history.
LEW’s TENURE AS PRESIDENT COMING TO AN END
Lew Horsfield has announced his retirement as President at the Adelaide Reunion with the following speech
When I was elected to the Position of President of the Association back in 1998, I had good eyesight and brown hair. Well the hair colour has changed , the eyesight in my right eye just about gone, my back is going on me, and the strength in my right leg is going. So I thought I should be going too.
This will be my last term as I intend to step down at the AGM in October, after some 20 years. It is time to take my Long Service Leave. I have been blessed with having a great team working with me, who kept me in check. I will be leaving with a lot of great memories.
At the Reunion, I was honoured to receive a silver level NAVY Commendation from the Deputy Chief of Navy. I share this honour with my late friend Geoffrey Hardwick.

The Scribbler # 74 – FEBRUARY 2018
by MattAdmin | 17 Feb 2018 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 74 – FEBRUARY 2018
Welcome back. I hope you all had a Merry Christmas and look forward to happy and successful New Year.
The new distribution system came with some minor glitches but we are sure these can be overcome. This did cause some timeliness issues.
To help facilitate a quicker and more streamlined anyone who has not given us an email address please do so.

The Scribbler # 73 – NOVEMBER 2017
by MattAdmin | 06 Dec 2017 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 73 – NOVEMBER 2017
Since the last Scribbler we held our AGM in Sydney, all Office bearers were returned and a welcome to Mark (Blue) Worrall (ex WO) as the new Secretary. Both the President’s and Treasurer’s Reports can be found in full on the website.
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President’s Report (precísed)
There were no new names submitted to volunteer for a Committee position which is very disappointing.
During the 2017/18 period, I hope to have in place ex-officio Committee Liaison members, who will liaise with the Secretary to advise the Committee on suggestions, ideas or problems. Volunteers will be called.
If there are any members who think they are entitled to be a Member for life please contact me.
Visits:
31ST MARCH 2017, I attended the graduation of the new ‘Scribes’ (Maritime Logistic Personnel – Operators) Course #22. I presented SMNMLP-O Kelly Goosen with the Student of Merit.
25TH MAY 2017, I attended the graduation of the new intermediate Course #18. Graduates, the Leaders, are officially known as MLP-SUPERVISORS (or Super Scribes). The Student of Merit was ABML P Samuel Johnston.

The Scribbler #72 – AUGUST 2017
by MattAdmin | 31 Aug 2017 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 72 JULY – AUGUST 2017
IMPORTANT MESSAGES TO ALL FINANCIAL MEMBERS
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING XX OCTOBER 2017
All Positions on the Committee, President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and three Committee Members are declared vacant at the AGM and an election of volunteers must take place.
To ensure the voting is done within accepted practices Mark [Blue] Worrall has agreed to be the returning officer. Mark will also be acting secretary in the period before the AGM and election.
If you are interested in nominating yourself to become a member of the committee, please send your name and the position you are interested in to Blue Worrall at mark.worrall@defence.gov.au. If we have more names for a position a vote is required. All financial members are permitted to vote for the person of their selection. Closing date for nominations will be 31st august 2017, voting will be concluded by 1st October 2017.
The returning officer will coordinate the voting, and pass the result to me in a sealed envelope a week before the AGM. The envelope will be opened, and results announced at the AGM.
To ensure further progress and development of the association we need members to volunteer. I especially would like to have some more serving members on the committee, or as an ex-officio committee member.
The Scribbler #71 – JAN/FEB 2017
by MattAdmin | 10 Feb 2017 | E-News | 0 Comments
SCRIBBLER # 71 – January/February 2017
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM MARTY GROGAN REGARDING RAN WRITERS REUNION MELBOURNE 2017
See the advice from Marty Grogan regarding the cancellation of the Melbourne Reunion at: http://www.ranwriters.com/reunionMELB2017.html