The Society

We have our own premises at <19 Pine Street, Greenslopes>, Brisbane, which is situated in South East Queensland, Australia. Our location is only five minutes drive from the Central Business District, which makes it a very accessible for members and visitors from all areas of  Brisbane and beyond.  In July 2009 the Society celebrated it's 30th Year Anniversery , which was a very memorable occasion for all members.  More information on the background of our Society can be found on the  <WSQ History page>.

The Objectives of our Society 

  • Promote, practice and present the art and craft of woodturning to our members;

  • Promote public awareness, knowledge and appreciation of woodturning and the art and artefacts produced;

  • provide community access to every aspect of the craft;

  • provide and coordinate opportunities for study, tuition and training;

  • Provide a forum for the free discussion of all woodturning and related matters;

  • Cooperate with other groups having similar interests and with other cultural organisations;

 


 


2010 Management Committee


President: Phil Harris
Vice President: KevKruger

Secretary: Rob McKee

Treasurer: Brian Creese

Member: Greg Fletcher

Member: Bob McGeechan

Member: Bob Kennedy

Member: Peter Starkie

Member: Lyn Woodward


Other Positions


Newsletter Editor: Neil Pengelly
Membership Secretary: Greg Fletcher
Librarian: John Byrne

Storekeeper: John Sheppard

Demo Organiser: Vacant

Toy Co-ordinator: Col Fraser

Timber & Wood Show Co-ord.: Frank Small

Mt Coot-tha Co-ordinator: Frank Small

Competition Organiser: Ray Hall

Web Coordinator: Neil Pengelly

Caretaker: Noel Thomson


 

Becoming a Member

Membership is open to all persons 14 years of age and over.

New members pay a joining fee of $A15.00. All ordinary members pay a subscription of $A50.00 annually, with concession rates for students and families.


 

Join Our Club
CLICK HERE FOR AN APPLICATION FORM


 Questions or comments? Get in touch with us at: 

Email:  wsq@bigpond.com  

Phone: (07) 3397 8156
MAILING ADDRESS:

Woodturners Society of Queensland
19 Pine Street, Greenslopes

Queensland, 4120
Australia