Phenomenon Times - 2010 10

Magazine Overview

Title: The Phenomenon Times
Issue Date: October 2010
Publisher: UFO & Paranormal Research Society of Australia
Focus: Reporting on recent news and studies outside mainstream scientific endeavor, covering a broad, cross-disciplinary approach to paranormal events.

President's Report

Larraine Cilia, President of the UFO & Paranormal Research Society of Australia (UFO-PRSA), opens the issue with greetings and a recap of the successful August meeting, which featured presentations by Mary Rodwell and Debbie Malone. Mary Rodwell's work with contactees and her upcoming documentary on UFOs and alien beings are highlighted. Cilia also announces the Society's own project: an "Eerie Encounters" DVD series, a compilation of the most unexplainable reports from the past 10 years, to be released for the Society's 10th anniversary.

The September meeting included a screening of a compilation video of the Society's research and a talk by Darren Terry on hidden, secret bases and tunnels. The Society also organized a reconnaissance mission in the Blue Mountains to find new night watch spots. Cilia expresses gratitude for the past 10 years of support and looks forward to the future.

Scheduled meeting dates for the remainder of 2010 are provided: October 13th and November 10th, both held at the Campbelltown Arts Centre. Entry fees are $6.00 for members and $10.00 for non-members.

Vice President's Report

Kellie Pataky, Vice President, shares her reflections on the August meeting, noting its success with nearly 80 attendees. She details the presentations by Mary Rodwell and Debbie Malone, emphasizing Malone's insight into her life as an author and her involvement in the Ivan Milat backpacker murders investigation. Pataky also mentions Malone's website, "betweentwoworlds.net," which features spirit photography.

A new column by Michelle Usnik, focusing on Family History research, is introduced. Usnik's work has helped clarify information gathered during psychic investigations. The report also mentions upcoming paranormal investigations and the group's continued presence under the stars.

Eerie Encounters

This section features a personal account of a haunted mansion in Geelong, Australia, where the author, as a child, experienced unsettling phenomena. The house, built in the 1920s, had a specific room at the top of the stairs that emanated a creepy energy. Family members reported feeling watched and experiencing sensations of weight on the bed. The room was believed to be haunted by the spirit of a young girl who died there in the 1930s, though the energy felt more adult. The experiences continued for years until the house was sold in 1990. The author, Dr. MAG, reflects on how such spaces can be burdened by emotional residue and notes that such locations are common.

Psychic Perception: Past Lives

Written by Kellie Pataky, this article explores near-death experiences (NDEs) and their connection to past lives. Pataky recounts her own NDE, where she felt peaceful and observed herself from outside her body. She discusses the possibility of self-determination allowing individuals to glimpse the next dimension and the role of disseminating such experiences to the physical world. Pataky believes her NDE was a second chance to 'break the cycle' of past lives, choosing the harder but right path. She notes similarities between her experience and others, particularly concerning the significance of time and clocks stopping at the moment of death. She shares an anecdote about an elderly gentleman whose bedside clock stopped at 11 pm, coinciding with his cousin's death miles away, a phenomenon that reportedly repeated for nine years.

Crop Circle News

This section reports on the first crop circle formation to appear in the vicinity of Avebury, Wiltshire, UK, a known hotspot for such phenomena. The formation, located above Avebury Trusloe near the Windmill Hill iron age hill fort, is described as a six-petaled flower incorporating contrasting light and dark sections. It measures approximately 300ft in diameter and is located in a wheat field. Images of the crop circle are provided, along with a credit to Olivier Morel and a link to www.wccsg.com.

Dom's Corner: The Great Debate

Dominic McNamara recounts his experience participating in a documentary about UFOs, which led to a debate at the Shine Dome, Australian Academy of Science, in Canberra. The debate's topic was whether the public should be informed about intelligent life in the universe, especially if it has visited Earth. McNamara, along with Mary Rodwell, debated against astrophysicist Dr. Charles Lineweaver and scientist Dr. Will Grant. The documentary crew filmed investigators requesting files at the National Archives of Australia. McNamara notes that while scientists focused on scientific approach, the debate also touched upon the dissemination of case data and the role of civilian organizations like UFO-PRSA. He highlights the audience's fascination with the topic and the challenges of integrating such information into society.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the exploration of unexplained phenomena, UFOs, and paranormal events, positioning itself as a source of information outside mainstream scientific endeavors. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and a belief in the importance of investigating and disseminating information on these subjects, encouraging public engagement and discussion. The Society actively engages in research, investigations, and public outreach through meetings, publications, and multimedia projects like DVDs. There is a strong emphasis on personal experiences, anecdotal evidence, and the potential for spiritual growth derived from exploring these topics.

This issue of RACE (Research of Australian Close Encounters) magazine, dated September 2010, focuses on "SIGHTING REPORTS" and investigative reviews. The publication aims to document and analyze unexplained aerial phenomena and related experiences within Australia.

Sighting Reports

The magazine details several witness accounts of unusual aerial phenomena:

Merriwa, Muswellbrook, NSW (Friday, 10th September 2010, 11:30 pm)

A witness, referred to as 'P', observed an object that appeared to be a plane on fire plunging to earth. The object was described as oblong, with a visible framework, and intensely bright, yet made no sound and left no discernible trail. 'P' noted the object seemed close enough to discern its structure. Following up on the sighting, 'P' contacted various entities, including the deep space network and the American Embassy, but no official explanation or claim of ownership for space debris or training exercises was provided. 'P' also mentioned the ability to observe RAAF maneuvers, including total blackouts, from their vantage point, and expressed puzzlement that such a brilliant object would not have been detected by radar at Williamtown air base. The object was reported to be traveling South West, originating from the Murwillumbah area.

Rockingham, WA (Monday, 6th September 2010, 6:55 pm)

A witness and her daughter returned home from an event and observed three orange objects in the sky, arranged in a vertical line and moving slowly from south to north. The witness called her daughter to retrieve a video camera, but by the time it was set up, the objects had moved behind trees and were only partially visible. They then moved to the backyard, where the objects had faded significantly. Some footage was captured but not yet reviewed.

Dubbo, NSW (Saturday, 11th September 2010, 8:05 pm)

While driving, a witness stopped at a sign and noticed two orange, flaming objects high in the sky, appearing to follow each other. Initially, the witness considered the possibility of satellites re-entering Earth's atmosphere but noted the objects were identical. The objects disappeared after being watched for as long as possible. The witness speculated it could have been the sun glinting off something, but the appearance was distinctly flame-like, with no other lights visible.

Cootamundra, NSW (1968)

Larraine Cilia recounts the experience of 'C', who worked as a cleaner at the Cootamundra railway station in 1968. While cleaning a carriage, 'C' noticed a brighter area in the night sky. Looking up, he saw a silent and motionless object described as circular, with a symmetrical top and bottom. He could make out distinct shapes, noting the bottom had a central object resembling a 44-gallon drum protruding downwards. Lights emanating from the object changed colors through the spectrum. The top section had a clear dome containing two 'beach ball' shaped transparent balls. 'C' felt as though he was somehow closer to the object than he physically was. He also described markings on the object's fuselage and later drew a sketch. 'C' then described encountering five beings of different descriptions, two appearing human-like and one with an elongated head. He felt he had been 'Taken' and that the smaller individuals used unknown equipment. The encounter was brief, and when 'C' alerted the stationmaster, the object was no longer visible.

Special Review: The Responsibility of Investigators

This section addresses the "Chipping Norton case review," involving Fiona Hartigan, who captured images of several objects on her iPhone while taking sunset pictures. The author notes that many people initially believed the images were taken from inside a car, and some UFO groups dismissed the incident as a hoax. The magazine states its intention to thoroughly review Fiona Hartigan's incident to exhaust mundane explanations, acknowledging the personal toll such incidents can have on individuals and their families. The author discusses the difficulty of capturing distant objects with a camera phone and the potential for refractions from glass, especially when photographing a sunset. To test this, the author and Larraine released party balloons at varying distances, finding that even at 20 meters, they were hard to see, and at 35-40 meters, they were barely discernible as a pixel or two. The author dismisses the 'smudges on the lens' explanation, arguing that the objects' movement relative to the frame suggests they were actual moving objects at a distance.

UFO Disclosure Project Testimony

This segment discusses a gathering at the National Press Club in Washington D.C. on September 27, 2010, where retired military personnel presented testimony about their direct experiences with UFOs, particularly at nuclear bases. They spoke about alleged government cover-ups, non-reporting, and directives to ignore evidence of these encounters by military superiors in the U.S. Navy and Air Force. The testimony asserted that the U.S. government has maintained a deliberate cover-up and public denial for the past 40 years. The article emphasizes the military credibility of the witnesses and highlights the bravery required to become a whistleblower, noting that coming forward publicly is considered akin to treason in military circles. The motivation for these veterans is described as patriotism, and the issue is framed as a matter of national security and First Amendment rights. The article suggests that governments conceal this information due to potential implications for money (trillions in military contracts), power, and major religious beliefs, stating that such information could change the course of human history.

Factfinder

Michelle Usnik introduces herself as someone with early experiences of past life memories and clairvoyant abilities, which led her to research family history. Starting in 1986, pre-internet, she utilized State Library and State Records Office resources and completed a genealogy course. She later established her own business. Usnik met Kellie Pataky in 1999, and in 2006, Pataky asked Usnik to research names and dates for a group investigation. Usnik has since attended three investigations, including one at 'the Facility,' 'the Manor,' and 'the Hero of Waterloo' with Derek Acorah. While research at the Manor and Hero of Waterloo is ongoing, information from 'the Facility' was clear and verifiable, making her job easier. Usnik plans to discuss findings from 'the Facility' in the next issue, which was part of 'The Challenge' series by Paranormal Investigators.

Community Advertising

This section contains advertisements for various services:

• Lesley Fazzolari J.P.: Civil Marriage Celebrant offering personalized ceremonies for all occasions, including marriage ceremonies, reaffirmation of vows, commitment ceremonies, baby naming ceremonies, and funeral services.
• Eve's Florist / Macarthur Florist: Offering flowers for weddings, receptions, corporate events, newborns, birthdays, and funerals, with delivery services.
• Michelle Usnik Family Research: Providing full family or one-member research, printed histories, presentation pedigrees, charts, printed biographies, and gift certificates.
• Facebook Invitation: An invitation to add 'UFO PRSA' as a friend on Facebook for updates and to join their Facebook group, 'UFO & Paranormal Research Society of Australia'.
• UFO-PRSA Advertisement Invitation: An invitation for businesses or individuals to advertise in the bi-monthly journal on a fee-for-service basis.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO/UAP sightings, witness testimony, and the investigation into these phenomena. There is a strong undercurrent of skepticism towards official explanations and a focus on alleged government cover-ups and the importance of disclosure. The magazine appears to support the efforts of independent investigators and witnesses, providing a platform for their accounts and analyses. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry into unexplained events, particularly those occurring in Australia, while also highlighting broader issues of government transparency and the potential significance of UFO phenomena.