An early view of the High Tea setting complete with English fine bone china and cake stands laden with scrumptious and dainty viands for the Magnetic Island Alp branch Christmas party at Amaroo on Mandalay . President Mal McLean , sporting a brand new hip , soon to take part in an international limbo rock competition, is at the head of the table .To his left is Stephanie Naunton , from Townsville, who was on the personal staff of Herbert MHR Cathy O'Toole . Following the grand event , the group adjourned to the nearby exhibition of quilts mounted by Sue McLean and opened by Stephanie which will be the subject of a special follow up article .