Our last Pre-COVID19 inductee was actually inducted in February 2020, when masks, lockdowns, 4sqm rules and coughing into elbows weren’t a thing. Lawrence’s induction post has been stuck in drafts, but I’m delighted to clear it today. Lawrence is the …
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Induction – Mimi #107
In what maybe become a Top 10 thing to do in Sydney on TripAdvisor visiting English journalist Mimi asked inductee #91 whether she could be inducted. We felt confident enough in Michael’s abilities to perform such a task and so …

Induction – Rols #36
Rols was actually inducted way back in December 2014. In an embarrassing slip up by your correspondent the induction details slipped down the back of my virtual couch. It was not until Rols pointed out that he never saw his …

Induction – Lance #106
I don’t get to see my brother-in-law very much, as Lance rarely ventures to Australia and I don’t get to New Zealand that often either. But when we do it is always worthwhile. Lance loves his beer and his sport. …

Induction – Graeme #105
Aah – April in Sydney. It is the best month. Blissful weather, the water temperature is at its warmest, public holidays coming out your wazoo – what’s not to like. And on a temperate, clear evening like last night there …

Induction – Zoe #103
Our latest inductee has been a massive part of this correspondent’s most recent adventures to Broken Hill, Mildura and the United States. She follows in the footsteps of her two sisters to be inducted on to the Back of the …

Induction – Duncan #94
Finally Sydney is seeing rain. After the driest September on record, the heavens are opening somewhat. Fortunately, the 6.30pm trip to Manly was rain free, which enabled us to hold an induction with an auspicious panel of witnesses. Duncan is …
Induction – Graham #80
Graham was introduced to the Back of the Ferry by @illiards but we found he had a rich and long shared history in banking with @bladdamasta. Favourite Beverage: Red Wine Favourite Sport to Spectate: Rugby Union Area of Trivial Expertise: …
Induction – Oli #68 coldest ever
Absolutely freezing for this induction. Meet Oli Favourite beverage: Rare Eagle Bourbon Favourite sport to spectate: Downhill skiing Area of trivial expertise: sleeping patterns on public transport
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This correspondent is lucky to be a member of two long standing traditions. 4 years ago whilst celebrating a birthday of one of tonight’s inductees, the idea of a regular tennis night was mooted. A week later four middle-aged men …