As shown in “The Independent” in late September, our beautiful Spring Show in the Rocky Mouth Pavilion at the Maclean Showground, was much appreciated, by many Clarence locals, and travellers. Thanks to all our valued members, visitors, sponsors, and supporters, including our new Patron, MP for Clarence Mr Richie Williamson, who we thank sincerely for attending and presenting the winners’ awards.
RESULTS – table of Champions as follows:
Grand Champion: Dendrobium lindleyi var. Majus, Helen Seiver.
Reserve Champion: Phalaenopsis Charming Crystal Water, Albert Irons.
Culture Award: Vanda Gordon Dillon ‘Black Magic,’ Neil & Carol Campbell.
Specimen Award: Dendrobium Sandy Canal, Neil & Carol Campbell.
Garden Champion: Hippeastrum, John & Kathy Bruce. Cymbidium: Devon Ore ‘Robyn,’ T & J Cussack.
Cattleya: Dal’s Nugget ‘Maxine’, Terry & Penny Bird. Dendrobium: C.K.Ai ‘Oka,’ Brian Donaghy.
Vandaceous: Boonyarit ‘Bright Red,’ Terry & Penny Bird. Australian Native: Dendrobium canaliculatum, Neil & Carol Campbell.
Phalaenopsis: Charming Crystal Water, Albert Irons.
Exotic Species: Den. lindleyi var. Majus, Helen Seiver. Miscellaneous: Dendrobium White Grace ‘Sato,’ Helen Seiver.
Novice: Dendrobium Malone’s ‘Victory,’ John Boyd.
Foliage: Tassle Fern, John & Kathy Bruce.
Cut Flower: Hippeastrum, John & Kathy Bruce.
Floral Art: John & Kathy Bruce. For the Sally Irons’ Encouragement trophy: there were a few nominees, including this year’s winner our former Treasurer, Helen Connolly. Congratulations Winners!
Raffle winners: Betty – basket of groceries and vouchers; Steve Moldoon – fishing rod and gear; Shirley Evans – Iluka day out vouchers; Betty, Adchol Product Bag; Ray Maloney -eye care + bag; Helen Seiver – Maclean Podiatry box; Cait, -orchid + meat voucher; Mario – Sunshine Sugar hamper; Carolyn – Sunshine Sugar hamper; Judy Abbott – 4+wine; Brian Ferry – The Green House + Cakora + voucher bowling; Brian Donaghy – Vanity Products + voucher; Jan Woods – timber hat rack; June – cordless drill; H – Pixar books, Bowlo voucher, Cakora box; Jan Woods – Family Dental; Sue King – Botero box, Ta’chele Australia, lunchbox voucher; Ken Hayward – native plant/cacti mixes + voucher. Grin on!
At the September meeting, a selection of 45 orchids, plants, and flowers were admired and assessed, with two double winners. Judges’ Choice & Popular Vote Orchid, V. Nopporn Golden Dream x V. Doctor Anek, Terry & Penny Bird. Judges’ Choice & Popular Vote Flower, Robin Witney’s Yellow Clivia.
Next meeting is Saturday October 21, at the Presbyterian Church Hall, Church Street, Maclean.
Plants are benched by 1pm for judging, to commence 1.30pm. Lucky door and raffle prizes are included, plus afternoon tea. More information at meetings, and for workshops and other outings.
Penny Bird