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WAYNE K. HARRIS

In memory of WAYNE K. HARRIS 11-10-1939 – 21-11-2020 One of our foremost authorities on Australian and Papua New Guinea native orchids, Wayne Harris, passed away peacefully on the 21 November 2020 at age 81 years in the Sunshine Coast University Hospital with loving family by his side. Wayne was born on the 11 October […]

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GUNTER HAAR

In loving memory of GUNTER HAAR 1928 ~ 1998 On the 7th of April 1998, Victoria lost one of its most loved and respected orchid growers in Gunter Haar, after a short fight with cancer. Gunter was the perfect gentleman and was universally admired and respected by everyone that he met in the various facets

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VIDA OLIVE GRANGER

In memory of VIDA OLIVE GRANGER 13-10-1920 ~ 23-05-1993 Beloved wife of Ossie Granger, Vi was a very active member of the Sunshine Coast Orchid Society Caloundra. She loved all orchids. Her main interest was paphiopedilums which won her several awards. She excelled in show preparation and presentation. She was a very gentle lady, a

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LEO GILES FAOC

In memory of OSWALD AND VIDA GRANGER 29-03-1917 ~ 06-09-2000 Ossie and Vida were devoted Members of the Sunshine Coast Orchid Society. Ossie was President for a number of years and held this position with distinction. The Society prospered during his term of office. Ossie died on the 6th September, 2000, Vida on the 23

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ALBERT GIBBARD

In memory of ALBERT GIBBARD 4-11-1935 – 1-12 2020 Albert George Gibbard was born on the 4th of November 1935 in Balby, Doncaster, Yorkshire, England. He was active as a young man, being a keen cyclist and soccer player. Albert received his plumbing licence in England and continued in this field both in England and in Australia where

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STUART FRENCH

In memory of STUART FRENCH Passed away 30th April, 1998 Stuart was a member of the Sunraysia Orchid Club since 1984. He served as President for 7-½ years, and was made a Life Member in 1992. He was also the Public Officer for Corporate Affairs since 1993. Stuart passed this life on 30th April, 1998.

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