7 April 1923 Collaroy Masonic Centre was originally dedicated.

13 July 23

100 and still strong in Collaroy

On 20 April 2023, Freemasonry was duly celebrated at the Collaroy Masonic Centre. It was the 100th anniversary of the temple, which was originally dedicated on 7 April 1923

The rejuvenated face of the Collaroy Masonic Temple, sporting a new illuminated square and compasses the centenary was suitably celebrated with a rededication ceremony performed by RW Bro Robert Drake PAGM as the representative of the UGL of NSW & ACT. The event hosted many senior representatives from Grand Lodge, United Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch and Mark Master Masons, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite S.C. and the Order of the Secret Monitor. All are orders that currently meet at this centre.
There were many brethren visiting from throughout the state. All lodges of the district were represented along with several interstate visitors.

The building had undergone an external rejuvenation with a paint job and adorned with an illuminated square and compasses sign. There were nearly 100 people in the lodge room, and all were suitably impressed. The ceremony, and consecration of a new marble plaque, which had been beautifully made by Lodge Warringah’s Senior Warden and resident stonemason, Hardy Crombach, was skilfully performed by RW Bro Robert Drake, assisted by the WM and Wardens of Lodge Warringah. The new plaque will now adorn the wall in the lodge room next to the 1923 plaque.

Afterwards there was a delicious and celebratory dinner, with many ladies, friends and brethren in attendance. The meal and ambience were just perfect for the occasion, and according to many guests, the night was a resounding success. Here’s to the next 100 years!