Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite for Australia

ABOUT THE RITE

A Legacy of Light and Philosophical Inquiry

Established with the first Australian Supreme Council in 1845, the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite serves as a beacon for those seeking a deeper understanding of the Masonic mysteries beyond the Craft degrees.

Our journey through history spans nearly two centuries of Australian heritage, evolving from early colonial gatherings to the formal unification of jurisdictions in 1985. We stand today as a sovereign body dedicated to the moral and intellectual elevation of our members.

Est. 1845

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Brotherly Love

The fundamental principle of our fraternity, uniting men of all backgrounds.

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Relief

The duty to aid those in distress and provide support to the wider community.

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Truth

The unceasing search for divine wisdom and individual enlightenment.

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Tolerance

Respecting the differing paths each seeker takes toward the ultimate truth.

The Thirty-Three Degrees

4° - 14°

Lodge of Perfection

Deepening the lessons of the Craft degrees, focusing on duty, justice, and the building of the inner temple.

15° - 18°

Chapter of Rose Croix

Exploring the spiritual and historical narratives of knighthood, sacrifice, and universal brotherhood.

19° - 30°

Council of Kadosh

Philosophical and chivalric degrees dealing with the struggle between light and darkness.

31° - 33°

Consistory

The administrative and ultimate honorary degrees, reserved for distinguished service and profound wisdom.

The secret word of the degree is revealed only to those who have... wisdom of the ages... the ritual performance at the solstice...

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Degree Study Materials

Members Only

The opening of the lodge... the master of ceremonies shall proceed... the lighting of the lesser lights...

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Ritual Resources

Members Only

Jurisdictions of Australia

The Supreme Council oversees eight distinct regions across the continent, each led by a Sovereign Grand Inspector General or Regional Commander.

NSW - Supreme Council Seat

The administrative heart of the Scottish Rite for Australia, located in Sydney.

New South Wales

V. Ill. Bro. J. Anderson

Next Convocation: 15 OCT 2024

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Victoria

V. Ill. Bro. D. Sterling

Next Convocation: 02 NOV 2024

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Queensland

V. Ill. Bro. M. Thompson

Next Convocation: 28 SEP 2024

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South Australia

V. Ill. Bro. R. Vance

Next Convocation: 12 OCT 2024

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Upcoming Events

FEATURED EVENT

Annual Supreme Council Convocation

Join us for the most prestigious gathering of the year in the heart of Sydney.

NOV

Region: QLD

18th Degree Ceremony

Brisbane Masonic Centre

NOV

Region: WA

Philosophical Lecture Series

Perth Royal Arch Temple

DEC

Region: VIC

End of Year Banquet

Melbourne East Lodge

The Rite Gazette

Subscribe for regional updates and scholarly publications.

Contact the Supreme Council

Headquarters

location_on 102 Sydenham Road, Marrickville NSW 2204

call +61 (02) 9550 5500

mail secretariat@scottishrite.org.au

Key Officers

Grand Commander

M.P. Sovereign Grand Commander

Grand Secretary

V. Ill. Grand Secretary General