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Lilydale RSL

Locality: Lilydale, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9739 5680

Address: 52 Anderson Street 3140 Lilydale, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.lilydalersl.com.au

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24.01.2022 The Poppy Factory has been making poppies and commemorative wreaths since 1922 and was initially set up as an employment facility for injured soldiers returning... from the First World War. On a visit to The Poppy Factory, the Defence Secretary urged members of the Armed Forces to continue to show their support for the #PoppyAppeal. Read more here: https://www.gov.uk//defence-secretary-urges-troops-to-supp #EveryPoppyCounts

24.01.2022 It is great to see Kenneth Johnston of Croydon North with his commemorative medallion and certificate to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second Worl...d War. Kenneth joined the RAAF in 1943 when he was 18. He held the rank of Leading Aircraftman. We thank you for your service. For details and to apply for the medallion, veterans or a family member can call 1800 838 372 or visit https://www.dva.gov.au//75th-anniversary-end/commemorative

24.01.2022 Just over 20 years ago, on September 20, 1999, an Australian led, multinational peacemaking mission known as INTERFET (The International Force East Timor) helpe...d to bring peace and stability to East Timor after years of unrest. In the days leading up to the INTERFET deployment, the Chief of the Defence Force at the time, Admiral Chris Barrie, said INTERFET would be ‘the most significant military undertaking we [Australia] have had since World War Two.’ To help commemorate this significant anniversary, RSL Victoria has published seven stories from servicemen and women, civilians and journalists who were in East Timor during INTERFET. Their stories are ones of service, resilience and hope. We encourage all of our followers to click this link: http://interfet.rslvic.com.au/ and explore our commemorative feature on INTERFET. Image Courtesy: Australian Defence Force. #INTERFET21

24.01.2022 Due to COVID-19 restrictions our volunteers will not be selling Poppies at the usual public places. There are many collectors of the newly released Poppy Pins that wont be able to normally get these. The Lilydale RSL Sub-Branch have some of these higher value Poppy Pins for sale. Cost is as priced in the picture plus $5.00 P&H, for up to 5 pins, priced on application for higher quantities of over 5 pins. All monies goes to Veterans Welfare. Please DM/PM me if you are interested for details. P0068 & P0069 are *NEW* for this year, the other four are from 2019 and are 'Limited Stock Available'.

23.01.2022 SOME GREAT NEWS!! SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!! The Seville War Memorial Committee and the Seville Township Group are very pleased to announce that the last three comm...emorative panels of the brilliant Seville War Memorial will be completed soon. In fact our contractors, SMAQ Pty Ltd, have assured us that the panels will be installed and ready in time for ANZAC DAY. As a result we will be holding a very special unveiling ceremony to show to the community the final three panels, completing the Seville War Memorial, on the afternoon of ANZAC DAY (2.00PM April 25th, 2021) See attached invitation - feel free to share this with those you think will be interested. Keep an eye on posting from this page as we will be updating you in the lead up to the event.

23.01.2022 It’s time for the Andrews Labor Gov to commit funds in next week’s Budget to duplicate the track between Mooroolbark and Lilydale. With construction works on b...oth level crossings, and the Kinley housing development underway, it doesn’t make sense to leave the outdated and inadequate single track on this major metro line. It will: create jobs fix the Hull Rd bridge improve frequency and punctuality for local residents and commuters down the whole train line to the city

23.01.2022 Gertie (the dog) is a secret weapon that RSL Victoria Advocate Hayley Neville uses to break down barriers with veterans as she helps them navigate the complex D...epartment of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA) claims process. Hayley who served in Afghanistan and Iraq for over a decade now works as a Veteran Advocate at RSL Victoria with her sidekick Gertie to go above and beyond to provide support to her fellow comrades in any way she can possible. Hayley is motivated by working as an Advocate knowing that the important role has meaning and purpose, in giving a veteran the chance to change their lives for the better. To get a real insight in to the day in the life of an RSL Victoria veteran advocate please read Hayley’s story in our 2019 Annual Report: https://bit.ly/3lh5VzH

21.01.2022 Herald Sun 10/09/2020

20.01.2022 Thank you Jacqueline Sheppard for the images.

20.01.2022 Ever wondered exactly what Emergency Relief is? As a Community, Information and Support agency, we provide Emergency Relief (ER) to people in need. There are m...any types of ER and this kind of support is available to any person, regardless of background or visa status. Help may be given with food or paying for things like groceries and bills. Many agencies also provide follow-up support through information, referrals and advocacy. Watch the video to find out more! If you are in need of help, call us on (03) 9735 1311, Mon, Wed, and Friday, 10am-1pm. You can also check out: https://askizzy.org.au/ #BecauseWeHelp #WhatIsEmergencyRelief

20.01.2022 As from 2359 27th September...

19.01.2022 LIFE SAVERS: THE AUSTRALIAN NURSES WHO WENT TO VIETNAM Saturday, 20th March 2021 It came without warning. One moment, nurse Janet Glasson was preparing to clock off for the night from her shift at the ramshackle hospital in Long Xuyen, 190 kilometres south-west of Saigon; the next, she found herself staring at the hospital doors as they burst open, and a tide of broken, bloodied bodies surged towards her....Continue reading

17.01.2022 Today is the 102nd anniversary of the Battle of Montbrehain - the conflict for which George Ingram of Seville was later awarded the highest award for bravery on... the battlefield - the Victoria Cross. Lt. George Mawby Ingram, M.M, 24th Bn., A.I.F (Seville) - . Citation for the Victoria Cross - 'For most conspicuous bravery and initiative during the attack on Montbrehain, East of Peronne, on 5th October, 1918. When early in the advance his platoon was held up by a strong point, Lt. Ingram, without hesitation, dashed out and rushed the post at the head of his men, capturing nine machine guns and killing 42 enemy after stubborn resistance. Later, when the company had suffered severe casualties from enemy posts, and many leaders had fallen, he at once took control of the situation, rallied his men under intense fire, and led them forward. He himself rushed the first post, shot six of the enemy, and captured a machine gun, thus overcoming serious resistance. On two subsequent occasions he again displayed great dash and resource in the capture of enemy posts, inflicting many casualties and taking 62 prisoners. Throughout the whole day he showed the most inspiring example of courage and leadership, and freely exposed himself regardless of danger'. Hopefully this time next year we can all get together and pay tribute to George with a small ceremony at his magnificent memorial in Seville.

11.01.2022 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas . Huge thanks to Lilydale Main Street Beautification team and volunteers that have worked hard to create and place decorations around town. Merry Yarra Valley Christmas to all.

11.01.2022 It's R U OK?Day, a reminder that every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life. Today we're calling on Australians to learn what to say af...ter R U OK? so they can keep the conversation going when someone says they're not OK. There's more to say after R U OK? Learn what to say when listening with an open mind Learn what to say when encouraging action Learn what to say when checking in Learn how to continue a conversation that could change a life. When we know what to say next we can help someone open up and find pathways to support long before they're in crisis. Learn what to say next and help us move closer to our vision of a world where we're all connected and are protected from suicide. Head to www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

10.01.2022 Thank you to the many volunteers that made and helped to install the many decorations around the town of Lilydale including the War Memorial in the Main Street. It would not have been possible without the support of: The Lilydale Main Street Beautification Committee Community Volunteers Yarra Valley Business Lilydale Township Action Group... Rotary Club of Lilydale Mount Evelyn Men's Shed Yarra Ranges Council See more

10.01.2022 A public appeal on behalf of the committee and members of the Lilydale Sub-Branch for the safe return of this memorial and not be dumped. "Lilydale RSL is saddened and appalled by the senseless damage to the oldest and most sacred war memorial in the Yarra Ranges and one of the oldest in Victoria with the theft of the memorial plaque commemorating the Relief of Mafeking. Lilydale RSL is appealing for anyone who may have information that may assist in recovery of this most historically significant plaque to please contact the Lilydale Police on 9739 2300 at the earliest opportunity........"

09.01.2022 Thank you to Jacqueline Sheppard for making this video, sound quality poor due to the wind. It was a good turnout due to the current circumstances and everyone was maintaining their social distance.

08.01.2022 Confronting scenes were unfolding as Australian troops arrived in East Timor for the INTERFET deployment, and Professor Major General Jeffrey Rosenfeld (Rtd.) t...ook much of it in his stride. I joined the ADF to serve my country and when called upon to serve I had no hesitation but to agree to deploy, he said. Working as a consultant surgeon to INTERFET Professor Rosenfeld worked around the clock to look after military personnel and the local population’s diverse health needs. Sometimes, he would visit villages in the mountains to deliver remote health care, including administering antibiotics and vaccinations. Mostly though, he was based at the old museum of Dili which had converted into a hospital by the Australians. An average day at the hospital if there was one would start with ward rounds and patient reviews. Nobody knew how the rest of the day would unfold. Emergency cases ranged from draining abscesses to orthopaedic surgery, stitching up machete wounds and repairing gunshot wounds. What Professor Rosenfeld remembers most about his time in East Timor as part of INTERFET and Later with the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) is the camaraderie that developed while on overseas deployment. The very positive element of being on deployment is that you really do feel part of family. You know that everyone is looking after you, your welfare. Everyone has got everyone’s back and everyone has everyone else’s welfare at heart. We’re all trying to look after and protect each other. Read Professor Major General Jeffrey Rosenfeld full story here: http://interfet.rslvic.com.au/ Image Courtesy: Australian Defence Force and Professor Major General Jeffrey Rosenfeld

08.01.2022 More pictures from todays service.

08.01.2022 Another view from the Remembrance Service held at the Lilydale War Memorial, video by Terry Hickey.

07.01.2022 NEW BOOK COMING SOON!! 'A CENTURY OF SERVICE' To celebrate the club's centenary, the Lilydale RSL sub-branch have produced a history that details the story of t...he club over the last 100 years. Started in 1919 at a meeting in the Athenaeum Theatre by men who returned battered from the First World War, it was from the outset a non-political group set up to fight for their rights and benefits. The club continued decade after decade, helping many of their comrades along the way and eventually adopting their fellow ex-service members who served in the defence forces during the Second World War and in the years that followed. The first RSL in the Yarra Valley, today it is the oldest non-sporting or non-church related club in the Lilydale township and the fact it is still around, after a roller coaster existence of ups and downs, is a credit to the hundreds of members who believed in its values and principles of service. As the book shows, the sub-branch continues to serve, assisting former service members and their dependents, educating on and protecting our Anzac heritage and providing a social atmosphere, so important to the well-being of many in the community. Their annual Dawn Service has grown to become the largest single event in Lilydale's calendar. Available for sale soon!

06.01.2022 Mental health is just as important as physical health with, with the pandemic affecting so many, a new HeadtoHelp new service will ensure help and support is re...adily available. The Morrison Government is providing $31.9m of funding for fifteen HeadtoHelp Hubs in Victoria as part of the response to the Coronavirus pandemic. One of the services will be based in Yarra Junction. Call 1800 595 212 for support and advice. This service will work closely with the recently launched Youth Health Hub/Headspace focusing on the health needs of young people aged 12-25 years. For more details: https://www.inspiro.org.au/youthhealthhub

04.01.2022 This year you won’t see our volunteers at the top of the escalator at Lilydale Marketplace or in Chirnside Park Shopping Centre and Bunnings Croydon, selling Poppies, but here is a list of local shops and businesses where you can get your Poppy, for this year’s Poppy Appeal by taking donations for Poppies. All donations are used for the welfare of local ex-service personnel. Lilydale Marketplace: The Lilydale Lotto Newsagency. The Brazen Bull Butcher.... Pip’s Optical Place. Melba’s Café. ANZ Bank. NAB Bank. Other locations in Lilydale: Bendigo Bank, Main St. Westpac Bank, Main St. Statewide Locksmiths, Main St Morecroft’s Podiatrist Service, Castella St. Active Sports & Physiotherapy, 351 Main St. Post Office, 266 Main St. Consulting Suites, 475 Anderson St. Hop Hen Brewing, Beresford Rd. Local Café’s Gracious Grace on Castella St. Hendriks on John St The Iced Bakery Main St. Round Bird on Main St. Lilydale General on Beresford Rd Munchies in the Beresford Rd Ind Estate Grubs Up in the Beresford Rd Ind Estate Other localities: Bendigo Bank, Warburton Hwy, Wandin Seville Pharmacy, Warburton Hwy, Seville Coldstream Butcher, in the group of shops in the Gateway All sales are conducted through volunteers - no paid salespersons are involved with the Welfare Appeal. Thank you for supporting the Lilydale RSL Sub-Branch

02.01.2022 Last night at our Annual General Meeting the membership elected a new president upon the retiring of Roger Boness. We are pleased to announce Matt Crymble, a lo...ng time Mt Evelyn resident who served for many years with the Royal Australian Navy, as our new president. Matt is very dedicated to the values of the RSL and to this community and we know he will do a great job. The committee: Senior Vice-President - Roger Boness Vice-President 2 - John Sumner Treasurer - John Allwood Secretary - Deanne Webb Assistant secretary - Anthony McAleer OAM Appeals Officer - Gladys Allwood Welfare Committee - Roger Boness, Deanne Webb, John Allwood Six others were also elected to the committee.

02.01.2022 Just brought the flag in before the rains come, and it felt right to snap this pic, it's a pity COVID had stopped us getting the statue reinstalled.