Calendar of Events

Len Waters was a trailblazer. In realising his childhood dream, Len became the first and only Indigenous Australian fighter-pilot. Join Peter Rees as he reflects on this man’s extraordinary life. Presenter: Peter Rees Date: Tuesday 28 May, midday Location: Education Centre, Shrine of Remembrance Cost: $5, free for Shrine Friends Support the Shrine by becoming […]

The Morwell Historical Society invites you to the launch of the publication Morwell District Boer War Soldiers and Civilians. The very successful Morwell District Boer War Commemorative Service and Graphic Exhibition was held on 11 October 2017 at which soldiers and civilians from the Morwell District were remembered and their names included on the Morwell […]

Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address - Thursday 30th May 2019 at 1200 for 1230 - ANZAC House , 4 Collins St, Melbourne Dr V John Basarin OAM Topic: Gallipoli – The Turkish Perspective Vecihi "John" Başarın is a Turkish Australian historian and author with a special interest in Gallipoli. He has been […]

The Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service commemorates Aboriginal service and sacrifice in the Australian Forces in every major conflict from the Boer War to the present. Wreath Laying on the Forecourt Shrine Representatives: Shrine Chairman of Trustees Air Vice-Marshal Chris Spence AO (Retd) Shrine Trustee Colonel John Wertheimer AM RFD

Greece has a centuries-old tradition of armed resistance. The Greek word for partisan is Andartes and these fighters fiercely resisted German, Italian and Bulgarian occupation from 1941 until 1944. Rival groups then turned on each other. ‘Resistance’ and ‘Underground’ are names used to describe the various secret organisations that arose in European states under enemy […]

Guest Speaker is Mr. Tony Tsourdalakis Chairman of the Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council. The Womens Auxiliary of the Ringwood RSL invite you to an afternoon meeting of members and friends on Wednesday 5th June at 11.30am at the Ringwood RSL. For more information please contact Mrs. Carole Powell on 0407057236.

The President and Victorian Committee members request the pleasure of your company at the Reservists Reunion Lunch to be held in the Pavilion Function Room, Level 2, RACV Club, 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne on Wednesday, 5 June 2019 (12 noon for 12.30pm) Dress: Jacket and Tie RSVP: Wednesday 29 May 2019 Medals and Decorations (preferred) […]

The National Vietnam Veterans Museum is proud and excited to present the 4th annual Antiques Evaluation Day at the Museum on Sunday 9 June, 2019. This day will be conducted in the style of the Antiques Roadshow with a range of specialists available to provide advice, information and estimates on items presented to them. Take […]

Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address with Nicole Sadler AM CSC, M.Psych (Clin), Head, Policy and Service Development, Phoenix Australia | Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health. Department of Psychiatry | The University of Melbourne. TOPIC: PTSD and the Services Through her 23-year career as a full-time Army psychology officer, Nicole has developed considerable […]

Over 18,000 Australians fought in the Korean War (1950–53) a conflict which claimed three million lives, including those of 339 Australians. The clash between North and South Korea remains unresolved to this day. This exhibition explains the war’s origins, why Australia became involved, why neither side could win, and why the war still matters today.

The Aussie Veterans Opp Shop is having a huge book and militaria sale. Where - Boronia Mall, Eastern suburbs. When - 8th July 10am start. All proceeds to Veterans Welfare.