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Magazine Overview

Title: UFO ENCOUNTER
Issue: 233
Date: December/January 2007
Publisher: UFO RESEARCH QUEENSLAND INC
Country: Australia
Type: Bimonthly Journal of UFO Research Queensland

This issue of UFO Encounter, dated December/January 2007, is the 42nd year of publication and celebrates 50 years of UFORQ (1956-2006). It features articles on the Fatima apparitions, Blue Mountains saucer nests, and a historical collection of UFO sightings from 1936-1959.

Editor's Note: What must our visitors from space be thinking about us?

The editor, Lee, muses on the implications of the giant Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) billboard constructed near Area 51. He questions who the advertisement is aimed at, suggesting it might be extraterrestrial visitors, and humorously posits that KFC might know something the public doesn't. He concludes that the message is likely 'ET is out there!' and jokes about Earthlings worshipping 'The Colonel'.

Public Meeting Programme

Announcements for public meetings at the Australian College of Natural Medicine in Spring Hill, held on the last Friday of the month at 7:30 pm, with dates listed for February 23, March 30, April 27, May 25, June 29, and July 27, 2007. The July meeting features the 'FASTWALKERS' DVD. Information is also provided on tuning into the 'Paranormal Panel' on Radio 4BC (1116AM) every Monday night from 10:00 am AEST for discussions on UFOs.

233 CONTAINS:

• A table of contents lists the articles featured in this issue:
• FROM THE VAULTS
• APPARITIONS OF FATIMA
• SAUCER NESTS OF THE WOLLEMI
• UFO SHAPES
• WHERE DO ALIENS COME FROM?
• NEWS

From the Vaults: 1936-1959

This new regular feature, 'From the Vaults', aims to present historical UFO sighting reports from the archives of UFORQ. The introduction notes that despite the passage of time, the observed phenomena and patterns remain consistent. The earliest report dates back to 1936.

1936, Victoria, location unknown

Mrs. Scott reported seeing a bright light above the trees that descended the hill, then suddenly shot upwards at tremendous speed and vanished.

1939, January, 1:30am, Rosalie, Brisbane

A yellowish pulsating object was sighted for approximately three minutes. It moved at an estimated 10 mph, took a downward course, slowed down, and disappeared.

1944, February, 2:30am, Bass Strait, Victoria

A pilot flying a Beaufort Bomber observed an elongated object flying parallel to his plane for 18-20 minutes. A smokeless flame emanated from its rear, illuminating the body of the object.

1950, November, 10:00pm, Paddington, Brisbane

A green circular object was observed at a height of 10,000 feet, travelling at jet speed from northeast to southwest, then changing direction and decelerating to an estimated 1,000 feet before becoming stationary.

1953, April, 10:00pm, Barrier Reef off Gladstone

A navigating officer saw a bluish-white circular object, the size of an orange, which then split into two smaller blue lights that travelled southerly.

1953, November, 11:00am, Carina, Brisbane

Two rust-coloured cigar-shaped objects with protrusions were observed travelling together from east to west at over 1,000 mph, appearing joined by invisible wires.

1954, August, 12:45am, Boonah, Old

A reddish-blue object was seen rising into the sky at terrific speed, leaving about 30-40 feet of flame behind it. It travelled towards Warwick and was also sighted over Moreton Bay.

1956, February, 7:30pm, Carina, Brisbane

A loud whooshing noise was heard, followed by a medium white light racing across the sky from east to west. It then dropped straight down, changed course without pause, and rose again, continuing to change colour and position.

1956, August 26, 9:30pm, Windsor, Brisbane

A bright elongated object was seen travelling overhead, parallel to the ground, at an elevation of approximately 100 feet.

1956, September 5, 3:00pm, Scott's Point, Old

A bright silver object shaped like a hat was observed travelling from south to north. The witness noted it did not have the appearance of a plane.

1956, September 24, 8:00am, Crows Nest, Old

A leisurely moving object, described as 18-20 feet long with a cabin, was observed flying slowly up a slope and over a hill, with no visible wings or landing gear.

1957, March, Wittenburra via Cunnamulla, OLD

Mr P and Mr B observed a brightly lit storm cloud with an even brighter object nearby that jumped about 10-15 degrees several times before disappearing.

1958, January 19, 9:42pm, Hamilton

A golden orange disc-shaped light was seen travelling from west to east at an altitude of an estimated 30,000 feet.

1958, May 17, 6:20pm, Boondall, Brisbane

An amber ball of light was observed travelling from the north-north-west, brightening before suddenly disappearing.

1958, May 17, 12:30am, Inala, Brisbane

A horizontal teardrop-shaped object, blue on the bottom and orange on top, was seen travelling from west to north-east at jet speed.

1958, May 20, 7:20pm, Pacific Highway at Slacks Creek, OLD

Two round lights, one white and one reddish-orange, appeared to be rising slightly before they vanished.

1958, June 15, 7:45pm, Maroochydore, Old

A man witnessed an orange-red glowing object travelling off the foreshore, which then stopped, hovered, and took off again with extreme brightness.

1958, July 22, 2:00pm, Kalangur, Old

Three women observed a metallic ball-like object that revolved with a wobbling motion, climbed straight up into the sky at terrific speed, and disappeared.

1958, August 13, Brookfield, Brisbane

Mr. E. J. Downie saw a bright light shaped like a football with a tail, travelling across the sky at low altitude and vanishing.

1958, late August, Archerfield, Brisbane

A flood of white light was observed pouring earthward from an object with visible portholes. The object revolved, gained altitude, and vanished.

1959, February 6, midnight, West End, Brisbane

Witnesses observed a bright light that changed colour from pale green to red, pulsed fiercely, and then slowly rose and disappeared.

1959, March 11, 12:30pm, Caboolture, OLD

Witnesses observed five jet planes pursuing two disc-shaped objects that accelerated and outran the jets.

1959, May, Toowoomba, Queensland

Two witnesses reported an unusual light alternating on and off at regular intervals, which appeared to be no plane.

1959, June 3, Banora Point, NSW

A witness watched a greenish-golden ball expand to three times its original size as it hovered near the Pacific Highway.

1959, July 20, 10:30pm, Mt Graatt Lookout, Brisbane

An orange light was seen for approximately two minutes, followed by a green light that ascended vertically.

1959, August, 7:00pm, Crows Nest, NSW

Eleven witnesses saw a red to gold egg-shaped object that hovered and then gently drifted away.

1959, August 30, 6:18am, Darwin

An object with a deep red centre surrounded by white flame and leaving a trail of black smoke was observed falling to the ground, leaving a clear trail in the clouds.

1959, August 30, 6:19am, Miningrida Welfare Settlement, SA

A white object travelling northwest to southeast lit up the sky like a 'super flash gun,' wobbled as it fell, and after three to four seconds, a loud explosion was heard.

1959, October 25, Capalaba, Brisbane

A golden ball was observed for twenty minutes before it was lost to view.

1959, November 5, 7:10pm, Coorparoo, Brisbane

A man watched a yellow-gold pulsating ball of light for 27 minutes, moving slowly and surrounded by a glowing aura.

The Apparitions of Fatima: Close Encounters of an ET Kind

This article by Sheryl Gottschall examines the Fatima incident of 1917 from a UFOlogical perspective. It suggests that the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary witnessed by three children (Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta) may have been extraterrestrial visitations rather than divine manifestations. Similarities are drawn between the reported characteristics of the apparitions and those of UFO encounters. The 'being' described by the children is said to have appeared between 12 and 15 years old, about 1.10 meters tall, with black eyes, carrying a rosary, and wearing hoop earrings. The being spoke without moving its lips and moved its hands occasionally. The article notes that the departure of the being was accompanied by humming sounds or rockets, and that anomalous environmental effects, such as a glowing globe-shaped vehicle, a shower of rose petals, and the sun 'dancing', were witnessed. The phenomenon of 'Rain of Flowers' is also discussed, with parallels drawn to 'Angel Hair' in Ufology. The 'Miracle of the Sun' on October 13, 1917, involving the sun appearing to spin and emit coloured lights, is described, along with reports of intense heat causing wet clothes to dry instantly. Spontaneous healings are also linked to the Fatima events and other UFO encounters. The article concludes by suggesting that the Virgin Mary figure might be a holographic projection by extraterrestrial intelligences, possibly enhanced by mass hypnosis, or other phenomena like poltergeists or interactions with beings from other dimensions.

Saucer Nests

This article, by Rex Gilroy, discusses the phenomenon of 'saucer nests' in the Blue Mountains, Australia. It posits that these formations, often found in remote areas, are evidence of extraterrestrial activity, possibly related to ETs using these locations for rest or refueling. The article mentions that the Blue Mountains are known for their high strangeness associated with UFOs and close encounters. It suggests that the CIA and FBI may be aware of these sites and that the evidence points to inter-stellar operations by extraterrestrial civilizations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are historical UFO sightings, the potential extraterrestrial nature of religious apparitions (specifically Fatima), and the investigation of physical evidence of UFO activity (saucer nests). The magazine maintains a stance that UFO phenomena are real, consistent over time, and warrant serious investigation, often drawing parallels between traditional religious experiences and modern UFO encounters. The editorial content, particularly the editor's note, shows a sense of wonder and sometimes bemusement regarding humanity's place in the universe and the potential for extraterrestrial contact.

This issue of UFO Encounter, dated with issue number 11, features a prominent cover story titled "IN THE WOLLEMI," highlighting numerous UFO sightings and phenomena in Australia's Wollemi wilderness region. The magazine also includes articles on various UFO shapes, alien origins, and scientific developments.

In the Wollemi: A Hotspot for UFO Activity

The article "IN THE WOLLEMI" details the extensive UFO activity reported in the Wollemi wilderness, a vast region in Australia. Eyewitnesses have reported seeing mysterious 'light balls' and large craft emerging from or descending into the valley. Similar phenomena are observed during the daytime. The area, which includes the Grose Valley and is bordered by the Putty Road, Windsor, Singleton, Lithgow, and the Goulburn River, is referred to as the 'Blue Mountains Triangle.'

Numerous accounts describe glowing objects passing over the Putty Road, descending into the wilderness. Some individuals have reported being followed by these objects, experiencing a sensation of their vehicles being lifted off the road by a 'glowing force.' The article notes that large spacecraft of various shapes, including saucer, egg, and hexagonal, are frequently sighted.

Several incidents are recounted, including campers in 1979 stumbling upon an isolated dirt road where they witnessed American soldiers and an Australian Army truck. Another report from May 2003 describes four young men in the Newnes scrub seeing a camouflaged road, military trucks, and armed soldiers. In 1985, 'NASA' marked wooden crates were found in a gully in the Newnes wilderness.

The author, Rex Gilroy, recounts his own investigations, including finding circular depressions in dried swampland, which he identifies as 'saucer nests.' One such 'nest' measured 7.62 meters in diameter, and another, larger one, measured 30 meters in diameter. These findings suggest landings of large craft.

UFO Shapes from the Blue Mountains

This section, with images and text by Rex Gilroy from 2005, details various UFO shapes reported by eyewitnesses in the Blue Mountains region since the 19th century. The article presents sketches and descriptions of different craft:

1. A glowing UFO seen over a bush camp near Lithgow in 1987, described as about 15m across and in height, emitting a pulsating sound and glow.
2. A craft claimed to have landed at a Warragamba field in 2004, approximately 15m in width.
3. The common 'cigar' UFO shape, still reported occasionally.
4. The 'gold ball' type UFO, frequently reported zooming out of Burragorang Valley.
5. A red to orange-red dart-type UFO, seen individually and in formations, heading into the Jenolan Range.
6. A strangely shaped object with square windows sighted hovering over Bell and the Grose Valley.
7. A blue-glowing 'saucer' craft seen at night flying over the Wollemi region.
8. A silver-glowing craft sighted over Mt Victoria in 1974, with similar craft seen over lower Blue Mountains towns.
9. A huge, square, brownish craft seen over the Blue Mountains in June 2004, which was videoed.
10. A red-glowing, dart-like UFO associated with a 'mother ship,' sighted over Katoomba and in the Central West.
11 & 11a. Gigantic silvery cylinder craft seen over the Blue Mountains, one described as about a kilometre in length.
12. A dark 'cigar' object with two sets of glowing yellowish lights seen over Mt Solitary in Jamieson Valley.
13. A huge, kilometre-wide 'cartwheel' shaped craft sighted over the Springwood to Lawson area.
14. A mighty 'mother ship' reported periodically, sometimes emitting red-glowing dart-shaped craft.
15. A strangely-shaped 'saucer' craft reported over Bowral and other locations.
16. A huge, round grey-coloured object, up to 30 meters in diameter, seen flying over Singleton and hovering over Bullaburra.

Where Do Aliens Come From?

Authored by Martin Gottschall, PhD, this article explores the origins and habitats of sentient beings from other cultures or civilizations. The author posits that aliens may have bases on Earth, including underground, under polar ice caps, and in remote surface locations, as well as on the moon and other solar system bodies. The concept of underground habitation is justified by potential planetary threats like asteroid impacts or stellar eruptions.

Technological civilizations can create habitats in otherwise uninhabitable environments. The article suggests that the Earth's crust could support a vast population with alien technology, potentially far exceeding the current human population. It also introduces the idea of multiple space-times and universes, likening them to floors in a multi-story building interconnected by lifts and stairways. The author notes that intergalactic distances are not an insurmountable barrier for these beings.

The article touches on the difficulty of answering the question 'Where do you come from?' for aliens, suggesting that a convenient shorthand might involve identifying a planet or region of space, and potentially a specific reality or universe. It emphasizes the complexity and variability of ET origins and encourages an open-minded approach to understanding alien visitations.

Other Articles and Features

• French Space Agency to Publish UFO Archive Online: Reuters reports that the French space agency (CNES) will publish its archive of around 1,600 UFO incidents online, protecting the identities of reporters.
• Unidentified Metal Object Puzzles Police: A news item from January 2007 describes a strange metal object that crashed through a New Jersey home's roof, baffling authorities.
• The Starchild Skull: An announcement about a collector's edition book by Lloyd Pye detailing the Starchild Skull, a relic undergoing scientific analysis, potentially of human-alien hybrid origin.
• Ice Circle, Hemlock River, Michigan: A report from December 2006 about a vibrating beam of light and a perfect, rotating ice circle found on the Hemlock River.
• KFC First Logo Seen From Space: A brief note about KFC creating a large logo visible from outer space in the Nevada desert.
• Quantum Teleporter Creates Laser Beam Clones: A NewScientist.com article explains the concept of 'quantum telecloning,' where a laser beam is transported to two places, creating near-identical copies.

UFO Research Queensland Information

The magazine includes several pages dedicated to UFO Research Queensland (UFORQ), detailing:

• Public Meetings: Information on regular meetings held at the Australian College of Natural Medicine in Spring Hill.
• How to Join UFO Research QLD: Membership details and benefits, including receiving the UFO Encounter magazine.
• UFO Library Service: Information about UFORQ's extensive library of books, videos, and other media.
• Close Encounter Group Meetings: Details on support groups for individuals who have experienced close encounters.
• Affiliates: Listings for UFORQ Ipswich, Gympie UFO & Paranormal Research, UFORQ – Warwick, Southern Downs and Granite Belt, and UFOHSAR – UFO Hotline and Abduction Research Gympie.
• Sightings Hotlines: Contact numbers for reporting UFO sightings in various Australian locations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the prevalence of UFO sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena, particularly within Australia's Wollemi region. The magazine presents a strong stance that UFOs are a reality, supported by numerous eyewitness accounts and investigations. There is a consistent focus on documenting different types of UFO craft and alleged landing sites ('saucer nests'). The articles also delve into speculative theories about alien origins, bases, and advanced technology, suggesting a broader cosmic context for these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of encouraging belief and further investigation into the UFO subject, providing resources and contact information for those interested in the field.