August 11, 2010 03:24 by
AlanIt’s the end of an era in Live Exhibits, Luke Simpkin, Manager of the unit since its inception in 2000 has moved ‘upstairs’ to take on a new challenge as Manager of Exhibition Operations. Luke’s many achievements include the monumental development and success of the Forest Gallery and the ever popular Bugs Alive! Luke will be missed by the ‘Blue Crew’ for all his marvelous work… and also for his ‘seniors moments’ that kept us all fully entertained over the years! Good on you Luke.
As a farewell Live Exhibits presented Luke with a glass case filled with significant items linked to his time with the department. Included in the case was an original artwork – a beak crafted bower built by our resident male Satin Bowerbird ‘Jack’. Jack was a bit miffed when we pinched it for Luke, but had built himself a new one in less than 24 hours.
Luke's Live Exhibits memorabilia case, complete with Jack's bower. Photo: Deanna Henderson Source Museum Victoria
Luke showing the team how to catch a big spider in 2001. Photo: Deanna Henderson Source: Museum Victoria
Luke and the Blue Crew examining a load of new bugs from a QLD field trip. Photo: Jessie Sinclair Source: Museum Victoria
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