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The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) was founded in 1916 by returning Australian soldiers from World War I to continue to provide the camaraderie, concern, and mateship shown among diggers during the conflict.
Early in the 1914-1918 Great War, it was evident that those returning from Gallipoli and the Western Front would require support, along with the families of those who would never return; this ethos of compassion and service remains today as the motivating influence of the League.
Our purpose is to help veterans and their families by offering care, financial assistance and advocacy, along with commemorative services that help all Australians remember the Fallen.
- RSL TasmaniaIn mid April this year we sent out information regarding the Bears to Schools program and congratulate our King Island Sub Branch for taking up this very worthy project and sharing their presentation day photograph. We urge all Sub Branches ... 2 Comments
Less bears. More Transition Support, Suicide Prevention, DFRDB indexation lobbying, investigation on mefloquine & tafenoquine, federation of RSL State Branches ...
If not, what is? - Nice T-shirtWARNING-SCAM SITE - PRODUCT IS NOT RSL ENDORSED
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RSL National shared Nice T-shirt's photo. - RSL TasmaniaRSL TASMANIA 103RD ANNUAL STATE CONGRESS 2018
On Saturday, 19th May 2018, the 103rd Annual State Congress was held at the Country Club Tasmania in Launceston. Congress was attended by approximately 200 people, including Official Guests, Delegates and Observers. The ... - Australian Government Department of Veterans' AffairsToday is the 50th anniversary of the Battles of Fire Support Bases Coral and Balmoral - Australia's longest and mostly costly battles of the Vietnam War.
Watch today's commemorative service in Canberra below, and tune in to the Facebook page ... - Anzac BearsWhat does an 84 year old Victoria Cross recipient have in common with one of Australia’s biggest media personalities, or one of Australia’s most successful businessmen? The answer is simply a great belief in and respect for all who serve ...
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- RBLS Wick, Canisbay & Latheron BranchA superb and magical evening afloat by the kind grace of Steve Henderson RSL National, after a day of remembrance at the National War Memorial.
RSL National shared RBLS Wick, Canisbay & Latheron Branch's post. - Caithness RBLS group gets a warm welcome in AustraliaA GROUP of Caithness veterans honoured the casualties of war at an Anzac parade in the Australian town of Laurieton this week.
RSL National shared a link. 1 Comments - Anzac BearsBEARS TO SCHOOL IN FRANCE
Bears to School ambassador Mandy Weidmann travelled to Pozieres to present a collection of Great War bears to the Mayor of Pozieres for the school that will be built shortly - a Franco-Australian school that ... - Anzac BearsWatch Alan Jones's passionate appeal on Sky News to donate a Great War bear to your local school. Alan Jones was joined on the program by Keith Payne VC, AM - National Ambassador, Bears to School program. To donate a ...
- South West Rocks Country ClubWhat an incredibly special day we had at the club today...With the visit from the Royal British Legion Scotland...the group included a 96 yr old WW2 veteran Richard Polanski; The Chairman of the RBLS Charlie Brown & Captain Richard Ottley ...
- Anzac BearsVictoria Cross recipient calls for change in primary schools
Keith Payne VC AM was interviewed today by Alan Jones on the Breakfast Show where he requested Australians to support Bears to School program by donating a bear to local primary ... - The Manly DailyNorthern beaches war hero Wal Williams, 95, tells his extraordinary story of survival after his ship was torpedoed in 1944. RSL LifeCare RSL New South Wales
RSL National shared The Manly Daily's post. - Hon Darren Chester MP Anzac Day Message 2018Hon Darren Chester MP n: 2018 ANZAC Day message.
Description - WIN News CanberraA new initiative is being launched nation wide, in a bid to help school children engage with Australia's involvement in the Great War.
The project uses cute teddy bears as a platform to tell the stories of our war heros ... 2 Comments - Bears to School : www.anzacbears.com.auMeet Trooper Jones, Light Horse Bear
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llJ26wDj4Nc
Help engage school children to learn about Australia in the Great War. www.anzacbears.com.au - RBLS Wick, Canisbay & Latheron BranchLooking forward to hosting our friends from the Royal British Legion Scotland.
Australia is gearing up to Welcome our members. This will be a memorable event for all involved.
RSL National shared RBLS Wick, Canisbay & Latheron Branch's post. - Photos from RSL National's postGeorgie Macris (RSL National CEO) with the 'Bears to School' ANZAC bears. Each with their own story to tell. Catch them on WINNEWS at 6pm tonight.
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 2 new photos. 2 Comments - Photos from RSL National's postAfter returning home from the Middle East with Forces Entertainment LT Albert Murray joins his new family at Red Hill Primary School as part of the 'Bears to Schools' program. He presented himself to Principal Louise Owens at this mornings ...
- Photos from RSL National's postLT Albert Murray from the 'Bears to Schools' program
reflects on his tour to Middle East with Forces Entertainment. Here he is tucked up in bed on night one – it was a very BIG day !
Paying his respects ... - Photos from RSL National's postLT Albert Murray from the 'Bears to Schools' program
touring the Middle East with Forces Entertainment. Here he is enjoying a coffee before boarding the plane with the tour group, getting his medical examination from a very helpful LACW Vicki ... - Photos from RSL National's postCongratulations to all involved in this mornings ANZAC and Peace Ceremony event at Eddison Park. Great to see the school children so engaged.
RSL National added 4 new photos. 1 Comments - Anzac Bears96 Great War bears donated to 55 local primary schools already. Every uniformed bear donated to schools is helping today’s children engage in our history and local charities support our veterans and their families. Donate a bear to your local ...
RSL Tasmania In mid April this year we sent out information regarding the Bears to Schools program and congratulate our King Island Sub Branch for taking up this very worthy project and sharing their presentation day photograph. We urge all Sub Branches to get on board with the Bears to Schools, and information can be found at the following link: https://anzacbears.com.au/
RSL National shared RSL Tasmania's post. 2 Comments Less bears. More Transition Support, Suicide Prevention, DFRDB indexation lobbying, investigation on mefloquine & tafenoquine, federation of RSL State Branches ... Is this a crowing achievement of the RSL in 2018?
If not, what is?
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If not, what is?
Nice T-shirt WARNING-SCAM SITE - PRODUCT IS NOT RSL ENDORSED
(y) Limited Edition !!!!
(y) Order Here >> https://bit.ly/2HroH1X
RSL National shared Nice T-shirt's photo.
(y) Limited Edition !!!!
(y) Order Here >> https://bit.ly/2HroH1X
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RSLWA I want your stories!
Whether you’re a veteran, volunteer or the family of a veteran, we want to share your story!
RSLWA is on the hunt for people to interview for our next podcast project. If you’re willing to share your story, send an email to socialmedia@rslwa.org.au
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Whether you’re a veteran, volunteer or the family of a veteran, we want to share your story!
RSLWA is on the hunt for people to interview for our next podcast project. If you’re willing to share your story, send an email to socialmedia@rslwa.org.au
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RSL Tasmania RSL TASMANIA 103RD ANNUAL STATE CONGRESS 2018
On Saturday, 19th May 2018, the 103rd Annual State Congress was held at the Country Club Tasmania in Launceston. Congress was attended by approximately 200 people, including Official Guests, Delegates and Observers. The Congress was officially opened by Wing Commander Sharon Bown (Retd) (pictured with State President, Mr Terry Roe JP). Sharon is the author of Author of military memoir "One Woman's War and Peace: A nurse's journey in the Royal Australian Air Force." She is also a highly respected Public speaker and veterans' advocate, and her opening address at State Congress earned a standing ovation. 39 Sub Branches were represented at State Congress, with a total of 65 Delegates and over 60 Observers.
Six League Life Memberships were awarded. The 2018 recipients are: Mr Michael Goodrick (Ulverstone), Mr Warren Clarke (Northern Midlands), Mr Ken Clark (Brighton Green Ponds), Mr Philip Evans (George Town),
Mr Graham Cameron (St Helens-St Marys) and Mr John (Knox) Napier (Esperance). A new Charter was presented to the Hobart RSL Sub Branch, following its recent name change, and was accepted by the Hobart RSL Sub Branch President, Mr Kieran Lennard.
The results of the 2018 elections for State Office Bearers, elected for a three-year term, were declared. The State Office Bearers are as follows:
State President – Mr Terry Roe JP
Deputy State President – Mr Geoff Leitch
Honorary State Treasurer – Mr Alex Dick
Vice President, Southern Division – Mr David Webb
Vice President, Northern Division – Mr Don Mackrill AFSM ESM OAM JP
The position of Vice President, North West Division remains vacant. A separate election process will be held for that position in the very near future.
A short Wreath Laying Ceremony was held in the grounds of the Country Club Tasmania on the Saturday, with a wreath being laid on behalf of all members by the RSL National President, Mr Robert Dick. We pass on our appreciation to the members of the Army Cadet Corps for their assistance during this event.
The very successful Congress Dinner was held at the same venue on the night of Friday, 18th May and was attended by 170 guests. During the evening, guests were given a presentation by two students, both recipients of the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize, who had recently returned from the Western Front in April 2018. Students, Frankie Munro and Macy Charles talked about their experiences, their research and pilgrimages and their highlights of the study tour. Both were most grateful to RSL Tasmania for the opportunity to take part in the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize, and we thank them for their participation on the evening.
RSL Tasmania wish to acknowledge the very helpful staff of the Country Club Tasmania, whose professionalism and assistance was paramount to the success of the Congress.
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On Saturday, 19th May 2018, the 103rd Annual State Congress was held at the Country Club Tasmania in Launceston. Congress was attended by approximately 200 people, including Official Guests, Delegates and Observers. The Congress was officially opened by Wing Commander Sharon Bown (Retd) (pictured with State President, Mr Terry Roe JP). Sharon is the author of Author of military memoir "One Woman's War and Peace: A nurse's journey in the Royal Australian Air Force." She is also a highly respected Public speaker and veterans' advocate, and her opening address at State Congress earned a standing ovation. 39 Sub Branches were represented at State Congress, with a total of 65 Delegates and over 60 Observers.
Six League Life Memberships were awarded. The 2018 recipients are: Mr Michael Goodrick (Ulverstone), Mr Warren Clarke (Northern Midlands), Mr Ken Clark (Brighton Green Ponds), Mr Philip Evans (George Town),
Mr Graham Cameron (St Helens-St Marys) and Mr John (Knox) Napier (Esperance). A new Charter was presented to the Hobart RSL Sub Branch, following its recent name change, and was accepted by the Hobart RSL Sub Branch President, Mr Kieran Lennard.
The results of the 2018 elections for State Office Bearers, elected for a three-year term, were declared. The State Office Bearers are as follows:
State President – Mr Terry Roe JP
Deputy State President – Mr Geoff Leitch
Honorary State Treasurer – Mr Alex Dick
Vice President, Southern Division – Mr David Webb
Vice President, Northern Division – Mr Don Mackrill AFSM ESM OAM JP
The position of Vice President, North West Division remains vacant. A separate election process will be held for that position in the very near future.
A short Wreath Laying Ceremony was held in the grounds of the Country Club Tasmania on the Saturday, with a wreath being laid on behalf of all members by the RSL National President, Mr Robert Dick. We pass on our appreciation to the members of the Army Cadet Corps for their assistance during this event.
The very successful Congress Dinner was held at the same venue on the night of Friday, 18th May and was attended by 170 guests. During the evening, guests were given a presentation by two students, both recipients of the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize, who had recently returned from the Western Front in April 2018. Students, Frankie Munro and Macy Charles talked about their experiences, their research and pilgrimages and their highlights of the study tour. Both were most grateful to RSL Tasmania for the opportunity to take part in the Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize, and we thank them for their participation on the evening.
RSL Tasmania wish to acknowledge the very helpful staff of the Country Club Tasmania, whose professionalism and assistance was paramount to the success of the Congress.
RSL National shared RSL Tasmania's post.
Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs Today is the 50th anniversary of the Battles of Fire Support Bases Coral and Balmoral - Australia's longest and mostly costly battles of the Vietnam War.
Watch today's commemorative service in Canberra below, and tune in to the Facebook page of the Australian War Memorial for their Last Post ceremony at 5.00pm today.
Lest we forget.
#CB50
RSL National shared Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs's live video.
Watch today's commemorative service in Canberra below, and tune in to the Facebook page of the Australian War Memorial for their Last Post ceremony at 5.00pm today.
Lest we forget.
#CB50
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Anzac Bears What does an 84 year old Victoria Cross recipient have in common with one of Australia’s biggest media personalities, or one of Australia’s most successful businessmen? The answer is simply a great belief in and respect for all who serve this great country.
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RSL National RSL National updated their profile picture. 1 Comments Raymond Davis They still live !!!
RBLS Wick, Canisbay & Latheron Branch A superb and magical evening afloat by the kind grace of Steve Henderson RSL National, after a day of remembrance at the National War Memorial.
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Caithness RBLS group gets a warm welcome in Australia A GROUP of Caithness veterans honoured the casualties of war at an Anzac parade in the Australian town of Laurieton this week.
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Anzac Bears BEARS TO SCHOOL IN FRANCE
Bears to School ambassador Mandy Weidmann travelled to Pozieres to present a collection of Great War bears to the Mayor of Pozieres for the school that will be built shortly - a Franco-Australian school that will be bilingual. #BearstoSchool https://anzacbears.com.au
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Bears to School ambassador Mandy Weidmann travelled to Pozieres to present a collection of Great War bears to the Mayor of Pozieres for the school that will be built shortly - a Franco-Australian school that will be bilingual. #BearstoSchool https://anzacbears.com.au
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Anzac Bears Watch Alan Jones's passionate appeal on Sky News to donate a Great War bear to your local school. Alan Jones was joined on the program by Keith Payne VC, AM - National Ambassador, Bears to School program. To donate a bear visit https://anzacbears.com.au.
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ABC TV Live from Gallipoli in Turkey, livestream the Dawn Service as Australians and New Zealanders commemorate the 103rd anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli and honour the sacrifice of men and women in all forms of military service across the years.
Then afterwards, the Villers-Bretonneux Centenary Commemoration in France.
RSL National shared ABC TV's live video.
Then afterwards, the Villers-Bretonneux Centenary Commemoration in France.
RSL National shared ABC TV's live video.
South West Rocks Country Club What an incredibly special day we had at the club today...With the visit from the Royal British Legion Scotland...the group included a 96 yr old WW2 veteran Richard Polanski; The Chairman of the RBLS Charlie Brown & Captain Richard Ottley Chairman of the Burgh of Wick RBLS branch & The Piper Rodney.
We visited Trial Bay Gaol, Little Bay, Headland & Back Creek before an afternoon tea for the RBLS, SWR RSL Sub-Branch & Naval Cadet Members...Everyone thoroughly enjoyed meeting new people & exchanging stories on this ANZAC Week.
There were presentations all round, with commemerative Keyrings presented to our 3 WW2 Veterans Harry Cruger, Bill Jackson & Tommy Tyne...
Mayor Liz Campbell & RSL Sub Branch President Alex Robinson were presented with the County Tartan by Richard Polanski...
David Cunnimgham & Michelle Mitchell of SWRCC presented Captain Ottley with a plaque commemerating their visit along with copies of the book "Tales of Trial Bay".
A Big Thank You to RBLS for visiting us, to Our Veterans & Cadets who attended..on this very busy week & to Mayor Liz Campbell for attending...Travel Safe our new Friends & we hope to see you all again soon.
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We visited Trial Bay Gaol, Little Bay, Headland & Back Creek before an afternoon tea for the RBLS, SWR RSL Sub-Branch & Naval Cadet Members...Everyone thoroughly enjoyed meeting new people & exchanging stories on this ANZAC Week.
There were presentations all round, with commemerative Keyrings presented to our 3 WW2 Veterans Harry Cruger, Bill Jackson & Tommy Tyne...
Mayor Liz Campbell & RSL Sub Branch President Alex Robinson were presented with the County Tartan by Richard Polanski...
David Cunnimgham & Michelle Mitchell of SWRCC presented Captain Ottley with a plaque commemerating their visit along with copies of the book "Tales of Trial Bay".
A Big Thank You to RBLS for visiting us, to Our Veterans & Cadets who attended..on this very busy week & to Mayor Liz Campbell for attending...Travel Safe our new Friends & we hope to see you all again soon.
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Anzac Bears Victoria Cross recipient calls for change in primary schools
Keith Payne VC AM was interviewed today by Alan Jones on the Breakfast Show where he requested Australians to support Bears to School program by donating a bear to local primary schools. Listen to his interview.
To donate a bear visit https://anzacbears.com.au/
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Keith Payne VC AM was interviewed today by Alan Jones on the Breakfast Show where he requested Australians to support Bears to School program by donating a bear to local primary schools. Listen to his interview.
To donate a bear visit https://anzacbears.com.au/
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The Manly Daily Northern beaches war hero Wal Williams, 95, tells his extraordinary story of survival after his ship was torpedoed in 1944. RSL LifeCare RSL New South Wales
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Hon Darren Chester MP Anzac Day Message 2018 Hon Darren Chester MP n: 2018 ANZAC Day message.
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WIN News Canberra A new initiative is being launched nation wide, in a bid to help school children engage with Australia's involvement in the Great War.
The project uses cute teddy bears as a platform to tell the stories of our war heros - all whilst remaining educational.
For more information visit: https://anzacbears.com.au/
RSL National shared WIN News Canberra's video. 2 Comments I really don't see how teddy bears can realistically communicate to children anything about the reasons why wars occur and ... I reckon its magnificent superb job im glad their pulling out all stops to teach the kids in schools
The project uses cute teddy bears as a platform to tell the stories of our war heros - all whilst remaining educational.
For more information visit: https://anzacbears.com.au/
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Bears to School : www.anzacbears.com.au Meet Trooper Jones, Light Horse Bear
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llJ26wDj4Nc
Help engage school children to learn about Australia in the Great War. www.anzacbears.com.au
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llJ26wDj4Nc
Help engage school children to learn about Australia in the Great War. www.anzacbears.com.au
RBLS Wick, Canisbay & Latheron Branch Looking forward to hosting our friends from the Royal British Legion Scotland.
Australia is gearing up to Welcome our members. This will be a memorable event for all involved.
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Australia is gearing up to Welcome our members. This will be a memorable event for all involved.
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Photos from RSL National's post Georgie Macris (RSL National CEO) with the 'Bears to School' ANZAC bears. Each with their own story to tell. Catch them on WINNEWS at 6pm tonight.
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 2 new photos. 2 Comments these are gorgeous where can I buy one Hi Georgie...xxx
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 2 new photos. 2 Comments
Photos from RSL National's post After returning home from the Middle East with Forces Entertainment LT Albert Murray joins his new family at Red Hill Primary School as part of the 'Bears to Schools' program. He presented himself to Principal Louise Owens at this mornings ANZAC Assembly and from today will play his part in helping to engage our younger generations on the history of Australia's involvement in The Great War.
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 3 new photos.
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 3 new photos.
Photos from RSL National's post LT Albert Murray from the 'Bears to Schools' program
reflects on his tour to Middle East with Forces Entertainment. Here he is tucked up in bed on night one – it was a very BIG day !
Paying his respects to the fallen Aussies at Camp Baird’s Memorial then on stage ready for the first concert with Nine Lives...rocking with “Dallas Crane”. After the concert he had a photo op’ with Julian Crupi & Virginia Lillye from “Nine Lives”.
Then on the plane heading home.
RSL National added 6 new photos.
reflects on his tour to Middle East with Forces Entertainment. Here he is tucked up in bed on night one – it was a very BIG day !
Paying his respects to the fallen Aussies at Camp Baird’s Memorial then on stage ready for the first concert with Nine Lives...rocking with “Dallas Crane”. After the concert he had a photo op’ with Julian Crupi & Virginia Lillye from “Nine Lives”.
Then on the plane heading home.
RSL National added 6 new photos.
Photos from RSL National's post LT Albert Murray from the 'Bears to Schools' program
touring the Middle East with Forces Entertainment. Here he is enjoying a coffee before boarding the plane with the tour group, getting his medical examination from a very helpful LACW Vicki Shultz, after arriving in the Middle East and receiving first aid training with the entertainers – practicing on Raymund Shek from “Nine Lives”.
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 3 new photos.
touring the Middle East with Forces Entertainment. Here he is enjoying a coffee before boarding the plane with the tour group, getting his medical examination from a very helpful LACW Vicki Shultz, after arriving in the Middle East and receiving first aid training with the entertainers – practicing on Raymund Shek from “Nine Lives”.
www.anzacbears.com.au
RSL National added 3 new photos.
Photos from RSL National's post Congratulations to all involved in this mornings ANZAC and Peace Ceremony event at Eddison Park. Great to see the school children so engaged.
RSL National added 4 new photos. 1 Comments Fantastic.
RSL National added 4 new photos. 1 Comments
Anzac Bears 96 Great War bears donated to 55 local primary schools already. Every uniformed bear donated to schools is helping today’s children engage in our history and local charities support our veterans and their families. Donate a bear to your local primary school now. https://anzacbears.com.au/choose-your-school-new/ #BearstoSchool #AnzacBears
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