This had been scheduled to be a visit to the orchid propagation lab at DSE Horsham, but we postponed that to fit in with the availability of equipment to install our new table.
Long term members will remember that back in in 1997 we applied for a grant to erect a table at our already established walk for the less-abled. Member Bill Neve constructed a magnificent table which had seating along the sides and wheelchair access at the two ends. A real work of art, and appreciated by both able and disabled picnickers. To our delight the table emerged from the 2006 fires unscathed (as did the handpainted sign by member Sue McInnes). Imagine our disappointment to then discover that someone with a chainsaw had come in and stolen the table and the seats!
Stan, Bill, John and Ewen resolved that it should be replaced and the new table is now in place. Much better protected against theft. We hope it will be there for many years to come. We are hoping for a function soon to “christen” it, and remember Stan, and other Friends no longer with us.