Historical information

C..R. Chief Ranger - Preside over the Court and endeavours to preserve proper decorum, promote due attention to business and administer justice without partiality.
The Ancient Order of Foresters, which originated in England in the mid 1700s, established its first branch (Court) in Victoria in 1849. Foresters was set up as a non-profit organisation, the founding principles of the Society being to provide financial and social benefits as well as support to members and their families in times of unemployment, sickness, death, disability and old age. The Society is now known as the Foresters Friendly Society and in July 1999 was incorporated as a public company limited by shares and guarantee.

Physical description

Small purple sash, green stripe down both sides * SCR (Chief Ranger), coat of arms, AOF (Ancient Order of Foresters) printed / embroidered in green and gold