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Orchid News February 2020
Orchid News
February 2020
Volume 44, No. 2
Next Meeting: 24th February, 2020
HYBRID OF THE NIGHT
Den. Masako ’Taki Blue’
owned by L&G Bromley
SPECIES OF THE NIGHT
Max. triloris
owned by I&I Chalmers
***** ATTENTION SECRETARIES & TREASURERS - INSURANCE RENEWALS 2020 *****
Dear Secretaries & Treasurers,
It is that time of year again to start preparing your insurance information for OSNSW. The cost per
member is unlikely to rise (we hope) for both Public Liability and Volunteers Personal Accident cover.
There is no age limit to the volunteers involved in the Personal accident policy. The relevant form is now
available on the website:
https://www.orchidsocietynsw.com.au/Documents/ApplAffSocPublicLiabilityInsurance.doc
for those societies who wish to take up our Insurance offer.
Numbers MUST be with Veronica before 1st March please - no reminder will be sent
Completed 'Application for Insurance' forms and payment must be with Veronica by 18th March as she
must finalise with our insurers before 22nd March.
Post cheque to: PO Box 5396 Chullora NSW 2190, or pay by Direct Deposit (highly
recommended) - details are on the form.
For further information email Veronica on: secretary@orchidsocietynsw.com.au. 0424 070 757
Founded 7th August 1934 An official publication of the Orchid Society of New South Wales. Patron: Her Excellency, The Honourable Margaret
Beazley AO QC, Governor of New South Wales. Email: secretary@orchidsocietynsw.com.au | Web: http://www.orchidsocietynsw.com.au All
Correspondence to: The Secretary, PO Box 5396, Chullora NSW 2190
Meeting Venue: Ermington Community Hall, River Road, Ermington NSW 2115
Orchid News February 2020
OSNSW MEETINGS 2020 OSNSW MANAGEMENT 2020
24th February
30th March
President: Graham Larkham
(grahaml1@tpg.com.au)
PRESIDENT'S REPORT Immediate Past President: Irene Chalmers
(imchalmers@optusnet.com.au)
Dear Friends Secretary: Veronica Clowes
The summers have not been kind to our nation and our (secretary@orchidsocietynsw.com.au)
orchid growers. In 2002, I wrote the article, “Wallacia the M: 0424 070 757
last time”, for the Orchids Australia Journal. This article Treasurer Chin Wong (wongc315@yahoo.com)
was about the property of the late Doc (Sidney) and Jean M: 0434 910 535
Metcalf that was wiped out on Christmas Day 2001. The
homestead, the orchid collections including Cattleya Sylvia Registrar Ian Chalmers
Fry “Wallacia” FCC was wiped out. Luckily for Jean (ichalmers@optusnet.com.au)
Metcalf, she wasn’t home at the time. M: 0400 220 192
Now it is 2020, and again I am writing about the fires of Editor/Web Toni Benton
this summer, the stories of our Brave RFS Volunteers, (info@orchidsocietynsw.com.au)
who lost their lives, their properties doing what they do, 4754 5480
fighting fires, the people, the communities, and some Committee
orchid growers of our affiliated societies who have lost Ken Siew | Garrie Bromley | Chris Dalrymple
their homes, their orchid collection to this national 3 x vacancies
disaster.
These fires will cost the nation many millions of dollars to MAJOR EVENTS FOR 2020
bring some relief to many neighbourhoods, but will never 21 March - South Coast Workshop - Moruya
replace memories and personal losses.
4-5 April - Collectors Plant Fair Hawkesbury Race
It is this time; I am suggesting to all affiliated societies
that you might consider looking at your local RFS, and Club, Clarendon
seeing if some funding might be used to restore their 15-17 May - Orchids Out West Hawkesbury Race
equipment from the profits gained from this year’s orchid Club, Clarendon
show.
7-9 August - National Orchid Extravaganza, The
I am sorry for your losses, not a great start for 2020, we
hope for a better year. Centre, Dural
Graham Larkham 14-16 August St Ives Orchid Fair St Ives
President Showground
9-11 October - Southern Orchid Spectacular
ORCHIDS IN BATHURST Sutherland Basketball Stadium, Waratah Park, Old
Princes Highway, Sutherland
Open Day and Stock Reduction Sale
14 March 2020 - all Day
19 Westbourne Drive, Bathurst
Tea and coffee provided. BYO BBQ lunch SOUTH COAST MARCH WORKSHOP
orchidinterest@bigpond.com| 0407 007 882
Saturday, 21st March
John and Ruth have been growing orchids for more than 9am-4pm
20 years. The collection now totals some 4,000 plus CWA Hall
plants set in 4 hothouses.A variety of plants including Queen Street, Moruya
Cattleyas Alliance, Lycaste, Oncidium, Masdevallia and
Pleurothallis and aussie terrestrial orchids. SPEAKERS
Must downsize to reduce winter heating costs. Will sell below David Brooks: Cymbidiums for Novices to Open
market value.
growers and explore some facts and fallacies re
growing media and fertilizers
JUDGES ROSTER
Gary Hart: talks will revolve around the tricks of
February March April growing paphiopedilums and phragmipediums.
Our speakers will be able to provide expert opinions
I Chalmers P Miszalski P Anderson on most genera and have plants for sale.
Panel 1 N Gill J Fulcher J D’Olier
S Tay J Bartlett M Aldridge Free cuppa and bickie on arrival.
Morning tea & lunch will be available in the CWA
J McAuley C Polis A cushway rooms or several nearby facilities.
Panel 2 P Radford P D'Olier T Yee
C Bradley M Bartlett D Law REGISTRATION: $25
T Yee L Bromley G Hart
Cheques payable to Eurobodalla Orchid Club Inc.
Panel 3 D Law B Richens T Peterson handed personally or mailed to Eurobodalla Orchid
J D'Olier C Rethers C Bradley Club Inc. The Treasurer, David Hay, 2 Coila Ave
A Cushway G Hart J Robinson Tuross Head 2537
Award W Chapman D Law J McAuley DD: EOC NAB Account 082-739-13163 6113 to
Panel J Allen I Chalmers C Scott-Harden Account Ref. - add name
N.B. Reserves and Associate judges for panels will be chosen on the Enquiries: secretaryeoc@gmail.com | 0414 721 655
night
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Orchid Society of NSW Monthly General Meeting
Monday 27th January 2020 at the Ermington Community Centre, River Rd, Ermington
Opening
Tonight’s meeting was declared open at 8.05pm by President Graham Larkham who welcomed those present.
Barry Collins OAM – R.I.P. Graham spoke about his friendship with Barry and about Barry’s various work
experiences along with his efforts with many associations and charities. Graham told members about Barry’s service
and said the order of service document would be available at the side during supper for all to see.
Graham asked members to stand for a moments silence to remember Barry and his contribution to Orchids (please
see our Vale in Orchid News written by Phil Spence and Chris Dalrymple)
Visitors - We welcome Dennys Angove, President of Kur ring gai O/S (and his wife Jannine) who will educate us a
little later on the Orchids of Iceland.
Apologies – Chris Dalrymple, Peter Anderson, John and Marie Bartlett, Jan Robinson, Cary Polis, Graeme and Craig
Scott-Harden, John Allen, Phyl Murn, Warleiti Jap.
Confirmation of Minutes
The minutes of the meeting held on 28th October 2019 were confirmed as a true account of that meeting.
Moved for acceptance by Veronica Clowes and seconded by Bernadette Williams - accepted unanimously.
Matters Arising
Shortage of Committee members - Again raising the issue of our shortage of committee members; and urging those
present to think about donating a little of their time.
Discontinuance of Poly cups – A reminder that at the October meeting we announced the discontinuance of poly
cups at our meetings from January 2020…..SO Tonight we have free reusable cups for our members. Please collect
from Toni and have your name crossed off our list. Don’t break it because we can’t replace it if you do.
General Business
Insurance renewal time: Graham reminded those present that it’s time for societies who take Public Liability
insurance from OSNSW to organize whoever is responsible for providing society numbers to Veronica, and
preparing for payment when requested.
Supper changes: To bring us in line with other societies, we now encourage members to bring along a plate of
something yummy to share for supper. From next meeting in February we will provide Tea and coffee and cool
drinks and our members will bring the eats.
Recent Fires in NSW: Many different funds are available for people to contribute to bushfire victims, and people
have probably already been generous, however we are now becoming aware of a number of orchid growers in
our Orchid Societies across the State that have been seriously affected. Rod Thomas, President Milton Ulladulla
OS lost everything. Gary Hodder loss 24 of his 36 Award winning Limousin cattle (a lifetime's work) and said he
will be ~$100,000 out of pocket after his insurance pays up. I am aware that many societies are taking up
collections for the fire victims and I encourage members to do what they can in respect of the various fund
raising opportunities
RAS Easter Show – 3rd April to 14th April 2020: The OSNSW will this year operate an information cart at the
show. This cart is designed to promote orchid growing generally and to help and encourage interested members
of the public by providing advice and information about localities of orchid societies and their meeting times etc.
The Orchid cart will be manned for the 2 orchid sessions 7th and 8th April and 13th and 14th April 2020. On these
2 days we will need 6 volunteers for each day…8am – 12 noon, 12 noon to 4pm, 4pm to 8pm or when pavilion
closes. I would encourage those members who intend to exhibit to consider filling the afternoon shift roster
positions when they are required to collect their plants after pavilion closes on that day. In turn, Judges and
Stewards on duty at each of these orchid sessions will fill roster vacancies for morning sessions. Veronica has a
roster up here at the table and is seeking volunteers to fill positions on ‘the cart’
Orchids Out West - 15th to 17th May 2020. Currently in recess, first meeting of 2020 event will occur early in
February. We have received our first bus enquiry already.
Southern Orchid Spectacular - 9th to 11th Oct 2020. In recess, first committee meeting in March/April
Ira Butler competition: Entries are now open for the 2020 competition, Irene advises that entries are coming in
for this year’s competition.
Treasurers report
Bank balance of $11,883.00
Total investments $154,348.33
Registrars report
Awards
Central Coast ANOS Christmas Party
Dendrobium wassellii 'Port Hacking' HCC/ACC I and I Chalmers
Paphiopedilum Orchid Society
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Dendrobium Roongkamol Vejvarut 'Port Hacking' AM I and I Chalmers
Paph. Juleus 'Bart' AM Bartlett
Paph. liemiannum 'TOM 4' AM J & S Atwal
North Shore.
Coelogyne Bird In Flight
Vanda denisoniana 'Orange Beauty' AM G & L Bromley.
Royale Purpurata Show
Coelogyne Zia Maria 'Brazani' AM I and I Chalmers
Milt spectabilis 'Carmen' Jody Cutajar
Waramingia qugenii 'Roxy' CBM Cutajar.
Ian advised members that Phais tankervilliae is now considered to be an Australian Native Orchid
Judging Classes
Metro Judging Class is going well.
Ian and Garrie presented the latest award certificates to owners present
Affiliated Societies Competition
Graham reminded members that this competition awards both the winning orchid AND the society where the orchid
was displayed, and that the 2019/2020 competition is now open….get those entries to Veronica from your shows
now. Please note!: The photographs MUST BE ATTACHED to your email entry. (NOT embedded into the email. This
will cause your entry to be rejected!) Entry forms must also be sent with your entries please. (All info and form on
website)
Guest Speaker
Dennys Angove presented an ‘Orchid adventure in Iceland’
What a wonderful trip, thank you Dennys for your wonderful presentation describing your search for orchids
throughout Iceland, your successes and failures, and ending with those adorable baby grey foxes.
Benching results
Best species – Maxillaria triloris owned by Ian and Irene Chalmers
Best Hybrid – Dendrobium Masako ‘Taki Blue’ owned by Garrie and Lesley Bromley
Lucky exhibitor – Garrie and Lesley Bromley
Following the monthly raffle prizes won by Ian Chalmers, Peter D’Olier, Veronica Clowes, John McAuley x 2 and Joe
Gafa, Graham thanked everybody for attending, those who helped prepare the supper, and wished everybody a safe
trip home.
The meeting was declared closed.
Affiliated Society opportunity to promote and advertise
Hello to all our affiliates,
There is an opportunity for you to advertise your society to the general public at the Sydney Royal Easter Show this
year. The 2020 Show runs from Friday 3rd April to Tuesday 14th April at the Sydney showgrounds in Homebush NSW.
The Orchid Society of NSW will be operating an information booth (a cart with a display of orchids) during the 4
days of orchid competition, manned by OSNSW judges and members, providing orchid advice and society
information to the thousands of passing garden enthusiasts.
If you would like to provide me with advertising flyers or society meeting info I would be happy to make it available
to show visitors on our ‘cart’
Please contact me for further info. secretary@orchidsocietynsw.com.au
Veronica
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Vale Barry Collins
Words by Chris Dailrymple and Phil Spence
Photos By Noelene Collins, Bill Dobson and Phil and Yvonne Spence
Kevin Barry Collins OAM. Known to all as Barry, 15 May 1934 – 11
January 2020.
He went to school and college at Newington Boys’ College Stanmore.
Barry remained very active with Newington until he became unwell.
He was a footballer and played Rugby Union for Newington in his
early years. Noelene and Elva, Barry’s sisters, and his mother and
father became deeply involved with the war home effort, hosting
many outings and functions for the troops on leave in Australia that
also included fund raising for food packs and other items for the
Prisoners of War.
Noelene and Barry became also involved with The Royal Australian
Horticultural Society becoming judges. Barry judged at the Sydney
Royal Easter Show for 37 years.
Noelene and Barry became legends in the tennis world and united
many players of the eastern suburbs making them a strong force.
His involvement with basketball is again a legend story as he was
one of the key persons to unite the game and take it to where it has
gone today. He was also deeply involved with Coogee Surf Life
Saving Club.
If that was not enough; Barry became a major worker with the
Coogee Diggers RSL club. He was also a Justice of Peace and served
in this public role for many years.
As you can see, Barry was involved with so many different fields and lived his life to the fullest, but he was not just
a member but a hard working member.
Barry’s love of orchids started early and took him all over the world. Within the eastern suburbs club, he was a
stalwart who kept it going in the lean years and he did turn this club around to an active and vibrant group. He was
on the executive and president of this club for many years.
Barry went on to become president of the Orchid Society of NSW. He was a foundation member of the Australian
Native Orchid Society and served on ANOS council for many years. He also was President of the Warringah ANOS
group.
The achievement of which he was notably proud was the establishment of the Mingara Orchid club to which he gave
great support and guidance. Without Barry this club would not exist today, he was the inaugural president and filled
that role for many years. This club has become one of the most successful clubs in Australia, holding a major show
annually as well as its many regular events.
He was at every event, helping wherever needed and always more than willing to share his deep knowledge and
passion of his love of orchids. He encouraged the new growers at all the clubs that he attended their meetings and
offered sound guidance if you ever had a problem he would steer you in the right direction. At all of these clubs he
was a steward at their public exhibitions and shows.
He represented Australia at many World Orchid Conferences and participated in setting up displays for Australia. In
his early years he benched many orchids and won the yearly point score,
notably at OSNSW.
In 1968 he was on the committee for the World Orchid Conference held in
the Domain Sydney, one of the most successful events ever held in Australia.
Barry was awarded many honours including OAM. With Barry’s passion for
orchids and his propensity for work, he was honoured with life membership
of OSNSW, ESOS, Warringah ANOS and Mingara OS.
Barry’s love of plants extended past orchids; he was heavily involved with
the world of orchid stamps and orchid club badges and had one of the
largest collections of badges in Australia.
Barry had a special gift of taking a club or an organization to another level.
He has left this world a better place.
Barry remained active even throughout his illness, often driving long
distances to attend meetings, talking to and encouraging members and
embracing new endeavours for the clubs.
He has been a great friend to many, including us, and he will be truly
missed.
And he was an excellent Santa Claus.
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Barry at a Warringah ANOS Group picnic 1985
Barry at a Christmas party (he loved Christmas)
Barry with Jack Woltmon, from Hawaii, with Barry’s badge
collection 1990
Barry receiving a sash from the Australian RHS at the Easter
Show 1999
Barry with Phil Spence, Chris Dalrymple, Wal Upton and Gerald
McCraith at the AOF Fund raising day 2004 - photo Bill Dobson
Barry with Hermon Slade
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BENCHING RESULTS JANUARY 2020
Best Species Class 19 - Oncidiinae (36-60mm)
I&I Chalmers Max. triloris 1. L&G Bromley Trt. Maureen 'Hawaii'
Best Hybrid 2. L&G Bromley Mtps. Banana Fandango ‘Faded
L&G Bromley Den. Masako ’Taki Blue’ Memories’
Class 20 - Sarcanthinae Hybrids
Open Classes - Hybrids 1. C Bradley Prschs. Cherub
2. C Bradley Sarco. Earth Song
Class 3 - Laeliinae 120mm and over 3. C Bradley Sarco. Cherrie x Velvet
1. L&G Bromley C. Hawaiian Heatwave ‘Nicole’ Class 20A – Australian Native Hybrids
2. T Yee C. Hawaiian Jewel x Angelwalker 1. I&I Chalmers Den. Johulatum
Class 4 - Laeliinae Cluster (min 5 Flowers) 2. C Bradley Den. Limestone
1. L&G Bromley C. Natalie Clark 3. BV Williams Den. Limestone
2. L&G Bromley C. Natalie Clark Class 22 - Hybrid Not Elsewhere Specified
Class 5 - Laeliinae (71mm - 119mm) 1. I&I Chalmers Bulb. Jersey
1. G&A Cushway Pot. Lisa Taylor Gallis 'Nora' 2. C Rethers Coel. Bird in Flight x celebensis
2. G&A Cushway Rlc. Gloria’s Charm ‘Gloria’ 3. I&I Chalmers Ctsm. Portagee Star x kleberianum
3. G&A Cushway Bc. Island Charm x Sc. Cherry Bee
Class 6 - Laeliinae Miniature (up to 70mm) Open Classes - Species
1. J Gafa C. Dal’s Capri x Dal’s Charm
2. J Gafa Rolf. Coconut Ice ‘Nadia’ x Slc. Dal’s Class 23 - Laeliinae
Buddy ‘Bette’ 1. BV Williams C. harrisoniae
3. L&G Bromley C. Elusive Dream ‘Red Lip’ 2. P&J D’Olier L. bahiensis
Class 8a - Cypripedioideae Other 3. I Tanner Epi. rigidum
1. I&I Chalmers Phrag. Praying Mantis Class 25 - Vandaceous
2. L&G Bromley Paph. Magic Lantern 1. L&G Bromley Phal. cornu-cervi
3. L&G Bromley Paph. Lynleigh Koopowitz 2. G&J Fulcher Aergs. grandiflora
Class 9 - Specimen Orchid 3. P&J D’Olier Ren. philippinensis
1. I&I Chalmers Phrag. Paul Eugene Class 26 - Oncidiinae
Class 10 - Terrestrial Species/Hybrid Any Genera 1. L&G Bromley Pyp. kramerianum
1. L&G Bromley Cal. masuca Class 27 - Dendrobium
2. I&I Chalmers Serapis sp. 1. P&J D’Olier Den. secundum alba
Class 11 - Seedling Any Genera 2. I Tanner Den. moschatum
1. J Gafa C. Dendi’s Double x Blc. Waikiki Jungle Class 27A - Bulbophyllum
2. J Gafa C. Dendi’s Double x Blc. Waikiki Jungle 1. I&I Chalmers Bulb. lobii aff.
3. J Gafa C. Dendi’s Double x Blc. Waikiki Jungle 2. I&I Chalmers Bulb. sp
Class 13- Phalaenopsis (51mm to 75mm) 3. I&I Chalmers Bulb. polyphyllum x carunculatum
1. BV Williams Phal. Shu Long ‘Little Spirit’ Class 28 - Australian Native Dendrobium
Class 15 - Vandaceous (up to 50mm) 1. I&I Chalmers Den. taylori
1. L&G Bromley V. Jean’s Delight 2. I&I Chalmers Den. rigidum
2. L&G Bromley Van. Pine Rivers ‘Brighton’ 3. BV Williams Den. schoeninum x self
3. l&G Bromley Neost. Lou Sneary ‘Tokyo’ Class 29 - Australian Native Other
Class 16 - Vandaceous (50mm and over) 1. P&J D'Olier Sarco. hirticalcar
1. L&G Bromley Van. Tristar Gold 'Adisak's Gold' Class 31 – American Species Other
2. L&G Bromley Van. Crownfox Magic ‘Gigi Magic’ 1. G&J Fulcher Gal. lucastre
Class 17 - Dendrobium 2. I&I Chalmers Max. triloris
1. L&G Bromley Den. Masako ‘Taki Blue’ 3. L&G Bromley Z. crinitum
2. L&G Bromley Den. Kuranda Pixie x canaliculatum Class 32 - Pleurothallidinae
3. L&G Bromley Den. Black Spider x Lyle’s Pride 1. P&J D'Olier Stellis porschiana
Class 18 - Oncidiinae (> 61mm) 2. I&I Chalmers Stellis spp.
1. L&G Bromley Pyp. Butterfly 'Nicci' 3. I&I Chalmers Stellis spp.
2. P&J D’Olier Pyp. Kalihi
3. I&I Chalmers Milt. Kelly
Orchids Out West 2020
15-17 May
Hawkesbury Race Club, Clarendon
Friday & Saturday 9am-4pm | Sunday 9am-3pm
Light Refreshments available
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BENCHING JANUARY 2020
Coel. Bird in Flight x celebensis (C Rethers)
Bulb. spp (I&I Chalmers)
Milt. Kelly (I&I Chalmers)
C. Natalie Clark (L&G Bromley)
Phrag. Praying Mantis (I&I Chalmers)
C. forbesii (I&I Chalmers)
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