Date – 27/03/23
Run – 2214
Hare – Maple Syrup
Venue – 66 O’Brien Esplanade, Shoal Point
Hashers: 21

Maple Syrup’s joint in Far North Shoal Point.

Isn’t it a bugga when you forget to write the run report soon after the event. That means you forget stuff.

Like how many hashers….. 21 I think.

The run….. follow the hare around the beaches.

The circle……. I think there was a medical theme.

The charges….. plenty of em with Zorro starring. Can’t recall wot for though.

The jokes….. usual assortment.

The bullshit….. can’t remember any of it.

The grub….. now then, me remembers that…. Fresh rolls with pulled pork and coleslaw, and even a dish for the vegans amongst us. The host Maple Syrup did a fine job of not remembering the chocolates for desert, which she sheepishly presented after many had left. Oh well, Maple and hubby John can chow down later.

Now then, wot else did I forget? Can’t remember.

Next week we battle the mozzies at John Breen Park. See ya there.

Pensioner      

Date – 20/03/2023
Run – 2213
Hare – Tarzan (Tar Boy)
Venue – 4 Evans Avenue, North Mackay
Hashers: 27

What a deluge…what a flood…Rain, Hashers and St Paddy’s Day treats came together  Monday night!  Twenty seven (give or take) crowded into a double carport at the back of #4 Evans with rain lashing sideways from the south east.  All hunkered down, discussing the distinct possibility of giving the ‘run’ a miss.  Miraculously, (though Corgi knew it would happen) the rain let up (for a while) and the true blue Hashers set off on an envelope run.  It was a long one!   The wet rain jackets, umbrellas and T-shirts finally  arrived at Tarzan’s traditional drink stop to indulge in some well-deserved Guinness, green ginger beer and ??? ‘piss in paper cups’ before high tailing it back to number 4, trying to miss the rivers and lakes spreading over the roads and footpaths as more rain fell.

Snacks were waiting in the carport along with the comfort lovers and some tasty Japanese snacks from Maniki Pussy returning with PF!  Circle was called and lead by Screw.  The run was judged to be shitty, multiple charges  down-downed for calling people their birth names and for once, Zorro was forgotten despite his massive green hat!   The Hare shared a report he wrote in 1997 about another St Paddy’s Run for that touch of Irish nostalgia.  Tarzan’s Irish stew and potatoes with plenty of bread for mopping up the gravy was delish, while an Irish quiz and lollie/chocolate prizes with quiz master U-Turn signalled an approaching end to a windy, wet but great night.  Oops!…can’t forget the green mint jelly and…what was in that box?

On, on all to Shoal Point, once again, next week.

Maple Syrup

Have a good week!

Date – 13/03/2023
Run – 2212
Hare – Screw
Venue – Mulherin Park, Mackay Harbour
Hashers: 26

Well 26 motley hashers rolled up at the old Snoopy Park at the Harbour at around 6pm. Since I was there last, it has had a bit of a facelift with new tables, bins, paths etc. Hare Screw advised that it was a live hare run. So we all toddled off in the direction of the ocean. We we’re promised a piss stop but after about 226m we entered Sails Bar. However this was just a ruse as we continued on for another 1km or so, where the real piss stop was waiting. Back on home again thru Sails bar again (Zorro was glad). Nibbles served & circle called. Down Down for Screw for leading us thru a pub (twice) a definite NO NO for hash,  a couple of others for returning runners Hard Drive, Rarebutt, Paw Paw, Snot for returning from near death. Just can’t keep him down.  A few jokes told & song sung then Nosh served up. Excellent cold meats, salad, rolls etc. Tarzan then reminded the circle that next week is a St Patties Day Run. So wear your green gear, commemorative shirts etc. Potatoes will feature strongly on the menu. See ya all there.

 ON ON The TARBOY.

Date – 06/03/2023
Run – 2211
Hare – Piccolo
Venue – 82 Grendon Street, North Mackay
Hashers: 26

26 hashers turned up for an anticipated meander around Piccolo’s abode and North Mackay, as far as the run went or for how long it was, I wouldn’t have a clue, or give a fuck because mineself and Fork turned up late because of Fork’s work, anyway I threw myself at the esky, just to make sure it was safe to drink the piss. Hashers started to appear in dribs and drabs moaning about a piss poor run, mineself thought who gives a fuck, with most of the pack in, who did the same as me and threw themselves at the esky, then nibblies appeared, the old dip and bickies trick, Monk announced that the circle will begin in 5 mins so we all stood to attention and he started mumbling about something what happened about 1000yrs ago, don’t know but who fuck cares. The hare was summoned and sent off with a piss poor effort, two visitors were called forth, Grotty and Cramp from Horny Hash, couldn’t, both tripped and came 5th, charges were called for, so much for them, to fucken many to remember, stories and jokes told, laughter heard, as well as slurping, business taken care of, song sung and circle ended. The nosh came out, rice and some chicken thingy, it filled a hole, anyway the bullshit started and laughter and slurping was heard again, by this time it was way past my beddy time, so mineself and Fork just fucked off. ### So hope to see you all next week, so we can do it all over again, at the outer harbour, old Mulherin Park, just near Barney Rubble, see you then ###

ON ON

Screw and Fork.

Date – 27/02/2023
Run – #2210
Hare – Knicka Licka
Venue – 16 Dolby Court, North Mackay
Hashers: 21

Hoowdy Hashers, 

I have no idea how many happy hashers turned up at 16 Dolby Court North Mackay, I was just glad I found my way without getting lost.

With a few confused runners wandering why the GM was wearing shoes and a sleeved shirt and even more surprised when he eagerly set off on the run. Of course Zorro headed straight to the Bowls Club whilst the rest of us continued on the well-marked run, under the bridge and over the bridge and then once again under the bridge and onwards through the ducks on our way around the goose ponds then back home.

 All runners returning and settled with a drink and dips, of hot and creamy, bread or chips to choose from, very yummy.

The returning Smut whom has been missing in action for some time, called for the circle to be formed and everyone was so glad to have the return of what happened when. The run was given a good report, but the choir master has had enough of all these good reports and the shitty run song was sung and Knicker Licker drank his down down. There were at least 2 more for Knicker Licker but cannot remember what for, but he was happy to have a nibble of dip during the charge. 

Returning runners were charged and Smut and Top Knot  took their down downs.  Zorro was charged for going to the pub and there were other charges but my memory fails me sorry. Jokes were told some good some not so good. 

There were 2 achievement awards given out , one for Flaps for running  heaps of times and Daffodil and running so many times they had to give him 2 awards. I am so sorry I don’t remember how many runs; I forgot I was writing the report and needed to take notes. Can someone reply to the run report and let us know the number of runs that were achieved Thanks? 

 The song was sung with Pensioner having a recruit singing his version of the song, one at a time Pench.  After the circle we were served fried rice and curry chicken.  The rice was delicious I stayed away from the curry as it is usually too hot for me but was told it was very nice.  I did enjoy a piece of special brownies and quite a few had seconds.  Not long after runners started heading home including myself as once again I have left retirement and needed my sleep.

ON ON

Fill in run reporter for Piccollo

Congratulations to our Hashers: Daffodil 1700 runs and Flaps 500runs. Awesome achievements!

Date – 20/02/2023
Run – #2209
Hare – Matches
Venue – 35 Graves Street, Behind that UNUSUAL green fence
Hashers: 16

Hi All,

A very bleak looking evening, but 15 or 16  hardy Hashers turned up to face the elements to find Matches with a hand full of chalk pretending she was waiting for the rain to piss off so she could set the run. But we noticed the half-finished can of refreshments on the table in front of her.

After a bit of confusion, and  the hare taking a final quick swig of her can, she finally headed out the back gate calling ‘follow me ‘ so with an assortment of umbrellas clutched in hands we did, in a very sedate meander around the block back to the On On. The only bit of excitement to report was the umbrellas that turned themselves  inside out and the comments of the ladies who vented their frustration at this occurrence   WHOW !  With the lap of the block completed it was in through the front gate where Zorro’s gate building and painting was noted and commented on repeatedly throughout the evening.

The group then settled down to refreshments and nibbles only to be rudely interrupted by a very stern voice ordering us to form a circle. Looking in the direction of said stern voice it was deduced that Flaps was the perpetrator because for some reason he was waving or wavering his walking stick in the air. So out of respect ?? for the old fellow we did,  what followed was a down down for Matches (hare), Zorro (claiming to have a friend), Delicious  (returning), maybe some more and some blond jokes, other bits and pieces then the Hash song, Circle  Close

The nosh arrived and we all tucked in.   QUESTION   what does Zorro do  ??   He can’t “paint”  “hang gates” or carve ham, but to be fair he did find the tomatoes eventuality now he has to do something with the leftover rolls hope he has a big freezer.

The rain managed to stay away, so we had a few more drinks and gossip till the magic hour and then everyone pissed off.   Another good night.   

See you all next week 

Nicka

Date – 13/02/2023
Run – 2208
Hare – Flaps
Venue – 206 Phillip Street, Carlyle Gardens, Front Entrance
Hashers: 20

What an epic run. Set brilliantly, no-one went off trail. (Well maybe a few). The PCYC seemed the short cut of choice.

The run commenced just outside Carlyle Gardens, the hare handed out detailed lists to the fast and the not so fast runners of all the places of interest. The trail went up Norris Road, into Raymond Croker Drive into Annie Wood Ave then along the path through Annie Wood Park to the sweet sounds of the local fauna (namely mosquitoes) on to Andrew Milne Drive on to Charles Hodge Ave. Up to Bona Vista Drive for a leisurely walk up the small rise to James Croker Drive then back to Norris Road and on home.

Everyone arrived back fully refreshed and looking for a cold beverage.

Lights were set up thanks to Screw.

The circle was called and the hare was given his down down for setting one of best ever runs in recorded in the annals of hashing history.

Zorro received a down down (I think it was the first he has ever received on a Monday night of the 13th of February, Golly and Flaps were lucky enough to also receive down downs.

Jokes came, with Tonguer, Pensioner and Zorro told a couple to get in to the mood for a great night ahead.

It was very pleasant sitting out in the countryside, gentle cooling breeze blowing, no mossies. The neighbours must have wondered what was going on, so many people still up at 7pm.

The circle was closed and everyone then proceeded to enjoy a different version of curried sausages. Seemed to go down well.

The crowd slowly made their way home fully replete of alcohol and food.

 See you at next week’s run at 35 Graves Street, the home of our illustrious GM and On Sec.

Date – 06/02/2023
Run – #2207
Hare – Tonto
Venue – 23 St Bees Avenue, Bucasia
Hashers: 17

A mild Summer’s evening, for a wander through the streets of Bucasia. A refreshing shower of rain and refreshment piss stop, nothing better.

Back on home for Nacho’s and more refreshments. Circle called, and celebrations for Hashy Birthday for Pensioner, 400 runs for Pensioner and 100 runs for Matches.

Nosh served of bangers and burgers with salad and bread.

And the hashers were spoiled with ice-cream for their good behaviour.

Monday 13^th February is Flaps’ Run, please gather at the entrance to Carlyle Gardens just off Norris Road.

On On

Matches.

Date – 30/01/23
Run – #2206
Hare – Prick
Venue – 1 Kenzey Street, North Mackay
Hashers: 29

A healthy hoard of hashers rolled up at Prick’s address.

Off on trail, around the Goose Ponds for an evening’s stroll. SCB destination Goosies.

Unauthenticated papers were circulating around Prick’s backyard, giving hashers some light reading, and enlightenment of Aussie Hash House Harrier Rules??

Zorro most enthused with the first written words. Blah Blah Blah….

A brew of a hot tasty and tender beef stew was set on the table for hashers to enjoy. Even our chef forgot how hot the brew was and burnt his mouth.

It is great to see some returning runners/hashers among us.

Next week’s run, Tonto and Lassie’s, 23 St Bees Avenue, Bucasia.

Date – 23 Jan 2023
Run – #2205
Hare – Shocker and Sweet Meat
Venue – Park Area  in Sturt Crescent  &  4/23 Sunset Drive, Erakala
Hashers: 25

Oh what a great venue; the evening sky glowing gold and red; the venue a childrens’ park for those with lollies , and a full contingent of sober and eager Hashers.

The run was off through the backblocks, the drainage areas, and the roads of the Estate. Mountain goat country. Finally we finished at the kids park and drove up the road to Shocker’s mansion. 

Nibblies followed by a few tinnies; Zorro ran the circle which included down downs for returning runners Juice, Termite, Snot and Insex and GFYM [Eeawe] . A few jokes, a couple of charges and the circle was closed in record time! Well done Zorro. 

A great feed of lamb stew and sticky rice, some Tim Tams and then it was on back home to Mummy.

Next Run: Prick.  1 Kenzey Street. 

On On .  Prick.