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23.01.2022 Self care is a vital part of maintaining good health and a vibrant life. It’s a way of living that incorporates behaviors that help you to be refreshed, repleni...sh your personal motivation, and grow as a person. Wellness is an interactive process of becoming aware of and practicing healthy choices to create a more successful and balanced lifestyle. Wellness is: A direction in which by its nature, moves us toward a more proactive, responsible and healthier existence. The integration of the body, mind, and spirit. The loving acceptance of ourselves today and speaking into ourselves for who we choose to become tomorrow. Choice living; a compilation of the daily decisions we make that lead us to that person we choose to become. As we to move out the latest phase of isolation and begin to reconnect with those around us, now is a great time to look at ones wellness and change potential negatives that may have taken hold whilst isolated. Bendigo District RSL

23.01.2022 It might be chilly outside but our Centurion Tank and APC are toughing it out in the memorabilia garden #bendigodistrictrsl #bendigo #rsl ... #memorabilia #chilly See more

23.01.2022 Are you as excited as we are? We are re-opening TOMORROW at 9am! Our phones have been very busy all weekend and we advise booking into the bistro early to avoid disappointment. Call our friendly team between 9am-5pm on 03 5442 2950... The bistro will be open as follows: Breakfast 9am-11am (weekends only) Lunch 12pm-2pm Dinner 5:30pm-8:30pm The TAB/Sportsbar area will remain closed as the space is being used for additional bistro seating. All areas of the venue (except the TAB area) will be open per current government restrictions. Please pay attention to our teams instructions upon entering the venue and remember to wear your face masks. #bendigodistrictrsl #bendigo #rsl #reopening

23.01.2022 The Breech Loading 5.5inch Gun often gets overlooked in the memorabilia garden, it’s tucked away behind the centurion tank in the Sheds area car park #bendigodistrictrsl #bendigo #rsl ... #memorabilia #breechloadinggun See more

23.01.2022 We’re over the moon to be open again and are thankful to have received grants from the Raising the Bar Program by Bundaberg Rum to help us stay COVID safe with sanitising stations and more around the venue Don’t forget to call ahead on 03 5442 2950 if you’re planning on coming for dinner, we have several bistro spaces and a beautiful alfresco terrace area available #bendigodistrictrsl ... #bendigo #rsl #raisingthebar #bundabergrum See more

21.01.2022 Did you serve in Australia’s military forces and have a military tattoo? The Australian War Memorial wants to see them. Behind every military tattoo is a story ...of remembrance, mateship, identity and healing. Share a photo of your military ink on social media using the hashtag #InkintheLines and tell us what it means to you. Your tattoo could be shown on their digital display within the Ink in the Lines exhibition at the Memorial or on the Memorial’s website. Ink in the Lines will open 25 September 2020. See what’s been shared at www.awm.gov.au/ink #InkintheLines

19.01.2022 National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention Federal Parliament Bill for Public Consultation. On 27 August 2020, the Federal Attorney-General introduced legislation in Parliament to establish the National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention. The package of legislation comprises two Bills: ... National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention Bill 2020. National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention Bill (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2020. The Attorney-General opened consultation to the public on 27 August 2020, with a closing date of 24 September 2020. RSL Victoria, RSL Queensland and RSL New South Wales are leading the development of a national RSL submission to the Federal Attorney-General and would like to invite all Victorian RSL Service members and their families to provide their feedback on this once in a generation opportunity. Feedback can be provided in two ways, either: By directly providing written submission to RSL Victoria, which will in turn inform our input to the national RSL submission via [email protected] (To allow the drafting and subsequent finalisation of the joint RSL National submission, written feedback must be received by 5pm 9 September 2020). By providing written submission directly to the Federal Attorney-General. For more information go to: https://www.ag.gov.au//national-commissioner-defence-and-v

19.01.2022 Today the President of the Bendigo District RSL commemorated National Malaya & Borneo Veterans with a closed wreath laying ceremony at the forecourt of the Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum. 31st August marks the Anniversary of the declaration of the end of the Indonesian Confrontation. Between 1962 and 1966 Indonesia and Malaysia fought a small, undeclared war which came to involve troops from Australia, New Zealand, and Britain. The conflict resulted from ...Indonesia’s President Sukarno’s belief that the creation of the Federation of Malaysia, which became official in September 1963, represented a British attempt to maintain colonial rule behind the cloak of independence granted to its former colonial possessions in south-east Asia. The antagonism that gave rise to Confrontation was already apparent in December 1962, when a small party of armed insurgents, with Indonesian backing, attempted to seize power in the independent enclave of Brunei, only to be defeated by British troops from Singapore. By early 1963 military activity had increased along the Indonesian side of the border in Borneo, as small parties of armed men began infiltrating Malaysian territory on propaganda and sabotage missions. These cross-border raids, carried out by Indonesian volunteers, continued throughout 1963. By 1964 Indonesian regular army units had also become involved. Australian units that fought during Confrontation did so as part of a larger British and Commonwealth force under British command. Australia’s commitment to operations against Indonesia in Borneo and West Malaysia fell within the context of its membership in the Far East Strategic Reserve. The military situation in Borneo thus far had consisted of company bases located along the border between Indonesia and Malaysia to protect centres of population from enemy incursions. By 1965 the British government had given permission for more aggressive action, and security forces now mounted cross-border operations with the purpose of obtaining intelligence and forcing the Indonesians to remain on the defensive on their own side of the border. Uncertain where the Commonwealth forces might strike next, the Indonesians increasingly devoted their resources to protecting their own positions and less on offensive operations, although these continued on a much reduced scale. Continuing negotiations between Indonesia and Malaysia ended the conflict, and the two sides signed a peace treaty in Bangkok in August 1966. Twenty-three Australians were killed during Confrontation, seven of them on operations, and eight were wounded. Because of the sensitivity of the cross-border operations, which remained secret at the time, Confrontation received very little coverage in the Australian press. Lest We Forget : Australian War Memorial

19.01.2022 Is it your last day at work before Christmas? Feel like having some knock off drinks with your workmates? We have the space for that! Our outdoor rear and front terraces are the perfect spot for a chilled out gathering.... Don't forget to let us know you're coming by calling our team on 03 5442 2950

19.01.2022 It might be cold outside but it’s beautifully warmed in our bistro and the chefs are getting ready for lunch service Make sure you book your lunch table to avoid disappointment by calling our team on 03 5442 2950 Need another reason to join us for lunch? Spend over $25 on food or beverage (in one transaction) to receive a FREE entry ticket to be in the draw to win today’s 12 Days of Christmas Hamper

15.01.2022 1 DAY TO GO... The Bendigo District RSL will be re-opening TOMORROW at 9am Have you made a bistro booking yet?... It is ESSENTIAL that you book a table as we cannot guarantee tables for walk ins. Call us daily between 9am-5pm to book on 03 5442 2950 From tomorrow we will be open daily from 9am-1am and will be serving meals as follows: Breakfast 9am-11am (weekends only) Lunch 12pm-2pm Dinner 5:30pm-8:30pm All areas of the venue (except the TAB area) will be open per current government restrictions. Face masks will need to be worn when moving around the venue and patron limits will need to be adhered to, so please make sure to listen to our teams instructions. Our friendly team will be more than willing to answer any questions. We look forward to seeing you all TOMORROW! * Photo taken pre-covid mask restrictions ** Information subject to change

13.01.2022 October is Mental Health Awareness Month and Walking Off The War Within want you to walk as one. Did you know that: 1 in 5 people experience symptoms of men...tal illness each year in Australia 8 people in Australia die from suicide every day It’s more important than ever right now to look after your mental health. So.... people of all ages are invited to walk as one up to 20km or more this October. Show your support by ‘attending’ their Facebook event https://facebook.com/events/s/walk-as-one-20k-one-month-your/3343688892364503/?ti=icl Bendigo District RSL

13.01.2022 Did you see our announcement last night? New Years Eve live music is back and FREE, all you need to do now is book your table for dinner Call our team on 03 5442 2950

13.01.2022 September 7 - 11 is Women's Health Week. Women’s Health Week will be a great reminder to take time out to check in on your health and to keep making positive ch...anges that can last a lifetime. Take some time to put your health first. Keep an eye out on Jean Hailes for Women's Health socials and head to their website www.womenshealthweek.com.au/the-week/ each day to explore health tips, tools and information on how to unlock your own powers for good health. Bendigo District RSL

13.01.2022 Today is the Battle of Australia Day. Every year on the first Wednesday of September, Australians commemorate the Battle for Australia and reflect on the braver...y of those who served on Australia's home front, and the islands, the seas and in the skies to the north. It's an important reminder of a challenging time for Australians between 1942 and 1945. Thousands of Australians were engaged in actions against Japanese forces during the Battle for Australia. This includes those who served to defend the Australian mainland against attacks. Battle for Australia Day commemorates the first time in Australian history that Australia came under direct attack. It's a time for us to recognise those who served in the defence of the Australian mainland, and in land, air and sea battles in the Coral Sea, Papua and New Guinea. These actions stopped the Japanese southward advance. Their efforts contributed substantially to the defeat of Japan. Thank you to all those who served during that time. Lest We Forget. Bendigo District RSL

12.01.2022 If you feel like something’s not quite the same with someone you know there’s something going on in their life or you notice a change in what they’re saying or doing - trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them Are you OK? If someone says they’re not OK, make time to listen, encourage action and check in. That conversation could change, or even save, their life. https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

12.01.2022 Unfortunately, during one of the most difficult times in the history of the Bendigo District RSL due to our current closure, we have had people help themselves to property belonging to the Sub-Branch. The first banner was stolen on the morning of Sunday 23 August at 5am. The second banner was stolen on the evening of Wednesday 26 August at 7.26pm.... These banners are of absolutely no use to anyone other than the Bendigo District RSL and adds further unnecessary expense to replace them. The management and committee would like to offer the opportunity for the people involved to return the banners, no questions asked. Artwork of the banners is pictured below.

12.01.2022 Are you missing the Bendigo District RSL food? I am...... Well don't panic because you can try and make one of our healthy RSL favorites at home.... Our Head Chef Travis will show how easy it is to make a delicious and healthy Hoisin Chicken Stir-fry. Cook Time: 30 Minutes Difficulty Level: Easy Serves: 4 -Gluten-Free - Nut-Free - Dairy-Free- Egg Free- What you will need: 500 g chicken thigh fillets, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, Salt and pepper, to taste 2 carrots, 100 g snow peas, 1 red capsicum, 1/8 cup hoisin sauce 3 green spring onions, 1 1/2 cups White Rice. The Prep: - Trim and cut the chicken into strips. - Peel carrots and halve length ways and slice diagonally. - Trim and slice snow peas. - Thinly slice spring onions Cook the Rice: Absorption Method - Rinse white rice grains with cold water - Place 1 cup of rice in a saucepan on the stove - Add 1 cups of water and bring to the boil - Reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes - Remove from heat and stand covered for 5 minute Method: 1. Toss chicken in a bowl with some oil. Season with salt and pepper. 2. Heat a large wok over a high heat. Add chicken. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked. Remove. 3. Add oil to hot wok with carrots, peas and capsicum. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes, or until tender. Return chicken with sauce. Stir-fry for about 1 minute, or until sauce is boiling. Stir in onions. 4. Serve with steamed rice and enjoy. Let us know how you go in the comments below. RSL Victoria

09.01.2022 Bendigo District RSL wishes all the Dad’s out there a very Happy Father’s Day. We wish we could be celebrating with you and hope to see you all very soon.

09.01.2022 Today we commemorate National Malaya & Borneo Veterans with a closed wreath laying ceremony 31st August marks the Anniversary of the declaration of the end of the Indonesian Confrontation. Between 1962 and 1966 Indonesia and Malaysia fought a small, undeclared war which came to involve troops from Australia, New Zealand, and Britain. The conflict resulted from Indonesia’s President Sukarno’s belief that the creation of the Federation of Malaysia, which became official in Sept...ember 1963, represented a British attempt to maintain colonial rule behind the cloak of independence granted to its former colonial possessions in south-east Asia. The antagonism that gave rise to Confrontation was already apparent in December 1962, when a small party of armed insurgents, with Indonesian backing, attempted to seize power in the independent enclave of Brunei, only to be defeated by British troops from Singapore. By early 1963 military activity had increased along the Indonesian side of the border in Borneo, as small parties of armed men began infiltrating Malaysian territory on propaganda and sabotage missions. These cross-border raids, carried out by Indonesian volunteers, continued throughout 1963. By 1964 Indonesian regular army units had also become involved. Australian units that fought during Confrontation did so as part of a larger British and Commonwealth force under British command. Australia’s commitment to operations against Indonesia in Borneo and West Malaysia fell within the context of its membership in the Far East Strategic Reserve. The military situation in Borneo thus far had consisted of company bases located along the border between Indonesia and Malaysia to protect centres of population from enemy incursions. By 1965 the British government had given permission for more aggressive action, and security forces now mounted cross-border operations with the purpose of obtaining intelligence and forcing the Indonesians to remain on the defensive on their own side of the border. Uncertain where the Commonwealth forces might strike next, the Indonesians increasingly devoted their resources to protecting their own positions and less on offensive operations, although these continued on a much reduced scale. Continuing negotiations between Indonesia and Malaysia ended the conflict, and the two sides signed a peace treaty in Bangkok in August 1966. Twenty-three Australians were killed during Confrontation, seven of them on operations, and eight were wounded. Because of the sensitivity of the cross-border operations, which remained secret at the time, Confrontation received very little coverage in the Australian press. Lest We Forget : Australian War Memorial

08.01.2022 And we are now OPEN! The venue is open daily from 9am-1am with bistro lunch and dinner available daily, brekkie on the weekends and Click & Collect takeaway will be coming soon (keep an eye on our socials for updates) The TAB/Sportsbar/Kids area remain closed but all other areas of the venue are open with density restrictions in place... We strongly advise booking and remind our members & guests that COVID-19 restrictions remain in place for hospitality venues, please listen carefully to staff instructions as we co-operate with Victorian State Government directions See you soon! #bendigodistrictrsl #bendigo #rsl #open

08.01.2022 It’s almost Christmas! Is your tree up? #bendigodistrictrsl #bendigo #rsl ... #christmas #christmastree See more

08.01.2022 In line with the announcement made by Daniel Andrews recently, The Bendigo District RSL will remain closed at this time until restrictions ease further and we can welcome more people inside the venue. Thank you again for all of the support shown to us during this time, we can't wait to see you all on the other side of this!

07.01.2022 Did you know you can Click & Collect our delicious Churros? You can order via our website: https://www.bendigorsl.com.au/activities/click-and-collect/ And select a time to collect that suits you ... #bendigodistrictrsl #bendigo #rsl #churros #clickandcollect

07.01.2022 2 DAYS TO GO... The Bendigo District RSL will be re-opening on Monday 23rd November at 9am And bistro bookings are OPEN!... It is ESSENTIAL that you book a table as we cannot guarantee tables for walk ins. Call us daily between 9am-5pm to book on 03 5442 2950 As of Monday we will be open daily from 9am-1am and will be serving meals as follows: Breakfast 9am-11am (weekends only) Lunch 12pm-2pm Dinner 5:30pm-8:30pm All areas of the venue (except the TAB area) will be open per current government restrictions. Face masks will need to be worn when moving around the venue and patron limits will need to be adhered to, so please make sure to listen to our teams instructions. Our friendly team will be more than willing to answer any questions. We look forward to seeing you all next week. * Photo taken pre-covid mask restrictions ** Information subject to change

06.01.2022 Legacy Week 2020, 30 August - 5 September, will look very different this year with no volunteers out and about selling badges. Bendigo Legacy Club is a charity ...that provides services and support to the families of Australian veterans that either died during service or are suffering from injuries sustained from their service. You can still support the work Legacy does this Legacy Week by following the link below and checking out their online store. They have badges, wrist bands, teddy bears and much more. https://www.facebook.com/Bendigo-Legacy-Club-1143841636// Bendigo District RSL

06.01.2022 Today is National Peacekeeper and Peacemaker Day. This day honours and commemorates the contributions of more than 65,000 honour Australian military, police and... civilian personnel who have served as part of United Nations and other multilateral peace and security operations that have contributed to international peace and security, since the first deployment in 1947. Since that first deployment in 1947 Australia has been involved in more than 70 separate missions regionally and across the globe. To those who have served as Peacekeepers and Peacemakers we say Thank You. Bendigo District RSL Australian War Memorial & Department of Defence

01.01.2022 Saying thank you to our service men and women who served during the Second World War, either overseas or on home soil, is something we should all take the time ...to do as a community particularly this year as 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. Acknowledging the significance of the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs produced a Commemorative Medallion and Certificate of Commemoration that has been made available to every living veteran of the Second World War. We are so fortunate to have 30 of the some one million Australians who served in WWII still with us today as part of the Bendigo District RSL. Over the past week Bendigo District RSL Sub-Branch President Peter Swandale and Health & Welbeing Officer Craig were able to present some of our surviving Second World War members their medallions and certificates. What an honour and privilege to meet and present them with the Second World War 75th anniversary commemorative medallions and to hear their amazing stories. Stories from having punishments lessened due to sourcing a supply of cream, to what it was like to be in a Matilda Tank in the jungles of Bougainville hearing the War was over and the emotions attached to that. While we can never repay the debt we owe almost one million Australians who served, this medallion and certificate are a small but meaningful way we can say thank you to the veterans of the largest global conflict of the 20th century and remind us as veterans of today we truly do stand in the footsteps of giants.

01.01.2022 Today is National Peacekeeper and Peacemaker Day. President Peter Swandale layed a wreath this morning at the Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum Forecourt in honour of Australian Peacekeepers and Peacemakers. This day honours and commemorates the contributions of more than 65,000 honour Australian military, police and civilian personnel who have served as part of United Nations and other multilateral peace and security operations that have contributed to inte...rnational peace and security, since the first deployment in 1947. Since that first deployment in 1947, Australia has been involved in more than 70 separate missions regionally and across the globe. To those who have served as Peacekeepers and Peacemakers, we say Thank You. Bendigo District RSL Australian War Memorial & Department of Defence