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This special exhibition is the first of its kind for an Australian war memorial. It reveals the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people in service. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people have been proudly defending Australia through their military service since the formation of the armed forces. Today, anyone identifying […]

The complex issues surrounding matters of love and sex profoundly affect people everywhere, every day. Wartime is no exception. Indeed, the disruptive nature of war and the extraordinary situations it brings about magnifies human experience in these areas. Service personnel are sent to distant, often exotic, locales. They interact romantically with people they would never […]

Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address Thursday 27th October 2022 at 1200 for 1230 ANZAC House, 4 Collins St, Melbourne Andrew Coxall Andrew Coxall Director – Acquisition TOPIC: The Hunter Class Frigate Andy Coxall has led the BAE Systems Maritime Acquisition Batch 1 team on Hunter Class Frigate for the last 12 months. […]

Visit East Malvern RSL on to view the 80th Anniversary of Kokoda-exhibition. The exhibition is curated by Neil Sharkey from the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne and follows on from his work during the seventieth anniversary of Kokoda in 2012. On display will be many artifacts and memorabilia from private collections including that of David Howell […]

The skies over the Benalla Airport will roar into life with the unforgettable sights and sounds of an action-packed airshow! This event is to be run in conjunction with the Benalla Festival which is a celebration of the Benalla Rural City’s lifestyle, its community, country living and community spirit. It will be a great day […]

We are thrilled here at the Geelong Gaol to be hosting the outstanding and original new Theatre production: “Solders Under Sentence” by @someonenewtheatrecompany Right here within the walls where all the action originally took place 77 years ago! In 1945, 22 young soldiers serving sentences at the Army Detention Barracks here at The Geelong Gaol, […]

TAKE NOTICE that a General Meeting of the Association will be held online at 5.00 pm on Friday 11th of November 2022 (Remembrance Day). AGM Documents: To be posted online & notified to members Note: Event notice, where you can notify acceptance or apologies, and if attending receive the Zoom link, will be sent out […]

We are thrilled here at the Geelong Gaol to be hosting the outstanding and original new Theatre production: “Solders Under Sentence” by @someonenewtheatrecompany Right here within the walls where all the action originally took place 77 years ago! In 1945, 22 young soldiers serving sentences at the Army Detention Barracks here at The Geelong Gaol, […]

You are cordially invited to attend the Annual Luncheon at Angliss Restaurant 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne at 12-00 pm for 12-30pm Dress: Lounge Suit/Jacket and Tie (no medals or decorations) Ladies: Day Dress The cost of this function is $50 per person and includes pre-lunch drinks and table wines Book early to avoid disappointment. […]

Since the Vietnam War, Australian entertainers have performed for troops on the front line in war and peacekeeping operations. Their talent and celebrity have lifted spirits and brought a slice of home to service personnel abroad. Forces Entertainment is the special military unit that fosters relationships between the Australian Defence Force and the entertainment industry. […]

In 'Changed Forever', stories of migrants who have resettled in Australia from war-torn countries are presented beside those of recent veterans of overseas service in the Australian Defence Force. This moving exhibition explores the impacts of global and civil conflict in changing lives and shaping contemporary Australia. All have been redefined by the emotional and […]