Medowie RSL Sub Branch in Medowie, New South Wales | Non-profit organisation

Medowie RSL Sub Branch

Locality: Medowie, New South Wales

Phone: +61 402 571 187

Address: PO Box 117 2318 Medowie, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Open Arms are here to support you 24/7 with free and confidential counselling. Call us on 1800 011 046

25.01.2022 Today is Vietnam Veterans Day, a day we honour Vietnam Veterans and remember their sacrifices in what was Australias longest military involvement in a war. T...he Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service (VVCS) is the legacy of Australias Vietnam veterans, and on this day of commemoration, we reflect on the strong bonds forged by those who served, and their ongoing commitment to look out for each other. We also recognise and thank the families and friends of all Vietnam veterans. We acknowledge that it was this commitment that brought this valuable service to life, which is now available to all current and former serving ADF personnel and their families. Through VVCS, Australias Vietnam veterans have ensured that future generations of serving men and women will have access to specialised mental health and wellbeing support. VVCS is here to listen and help. Call 1800 011 046, 24/7 or visit www.vvcs.gov.au

24.01.2022 Today on National Peacekeeper and Peacemaker Day we reflect on the service and sacrifice of all Australian peacekeepers. Peacekeepers have served in more than 5...0 multi-national operations around the world since 1947, with 16 Australians losing their lives in these important operations. To all current and former Australian peacekeepers and peacemakers, thank you for your service. #TYFYS

23.01.2022 Today, 6 June is the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, signalling the beginning of the end of the German occupation of north-western Europe. On the mornin...g of 6 June 1944, tens of thousands of Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy in France and in parachute drops behind the German lines. Thousands of Australians took part in operations in support of the landings. Photo courtesy of the Australian War Memorial

23.01.2022 Prolonged exposure (PE) therapy is a gold standard treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In its current form, this therapy can be difficult for cu...rrent and ex-serving ADF personnel to commit to, as treatment usually takes 10 weeks to undertake. In partnership with Phoenix Australia and the Department of Defence, the Rapid Exposure Supporting Trauma Recovery (RESTORE) Trial is investigating whether the outcomes of an intensive delivery of prolonged exposure therapy (10 sessions over a two-week period) is as effective as the current 10 week format. Trials will run nationally; ACT, North QLD, NT, SA, VIC and WA Please contact [email protected] or call 1800 856 824 to register your interest. For further information visit the VVCS website.

23.01.2022 This year we have four posters for Remembrance Day. Download them all here: bit.ly/RDay2018

21.01.2022 By George, he is 100 years old today! George Jukes was born in Port Lincoln, South Australia. He enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force on 27 April 1943, se...rved in an Airfield Construction Squadron, and had postings to Darwin and Borneo. He says he enjoyed the camaraderie and independence that joining up gave him. George discharged on 4 April 1946, still lives independently and enjoys good health. Happy birthday George and thank you for your service. #TYFYS

20.01.2022 We want to say a quick thank you to Major Naomi Gallagher and the Women Veterans Network Australia - WVNA for their continuing help to the Australian veteran co...mmunity. Today were getting valuable advice from female veterans and veterans family members on current challenges facing the veteran community at our Female Veterans and Veterans Families Policy Forum. We have a lot of work to do, and they are one of a multitude of Ex-Service Organisations who are lending a hand, at this event and many others. #ThankYouForYourService

20.01.2022 Today saw the launch of the official Invictus Games volunteer uniform. These volunteers are showing true passion and dedication to Invictus Games Sydney 2018 presented by Jaguar Land Rover, thank you to everyone involved. #IG2018 #GameOnDownUnder

18.01.2022 Feeling stressed or anxious? You can use any of these Quick Grounding activities to bring your attention back to your surroundings, your body and the present mo...ment. They only take a couple minutes each and will help you when youre feeling stressed of overwhelmed. For more exercises: https://highres.dva.gov.au Need support, call us: 1800 011 046

18.01.2022 For some people, Christmas celebrations can trigger feelings of loss and isolation. This is not uncommon, especially if youre already feeling unwell. If youre... feeling down after Christmas, please call Open Arms. Were here to support veterans and their families 24/7. Just call 1800 011 046. See more

18.01.2022 Anzac Day Due to the Covid 19 virus, the RSL NSW has advised that all Anzac Day services are now cancelled. This includes the Medowie Dawn service, the flags will still be flown.

18.01.2022 For some, #AnzacDay2019 is a time for commemoration and reflection. For others, it can be a difficult period. Fortunately, help is only a phone call away.

16.01.2022 Say Gday Cobber, the official mascot of #IG2018. Hes your handy companion to find out all the information you need about this years Invictus Games in Sydney! Start chatting to Cobber today via Facebook Messenger https://www.messenger.com/t/InvictusSydney #GameOnDownUnder

15.01.2022 #IG2018 starts in 2 days! Tickets here: http://bit.ly/2u6GqHw #GameOnDownUnder

14.01.2022 When you go for a walk its not just your body that benefits, the way you think and feel changes too. Going for a walk sets off a number of processes in your b...ody that can directly contribute to your sense of happiness and wellbeing, such as release of endorphins. Take your mate out for a walk this evening, we know theyll appreciate it! Need support? Call us: 1800 011 046

13.01.2022 One in five Australians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. Mental illness does not discriminate. It affects people of all age, culture, education and income. If you, or someone you know, needs support, you can reach us on 24/7 on 1800 011 046

13.01.2022 The latest edition of e-news, our digital newsletter, is out now. Get it delivered to your email by subscribing here: http://bit.ly/2Ln5A0i

13.01.2022 Defence continues to support civil authorities in their response to the adverse weather and flooding happening in Townsville. Weve got your back North Queensland! #3BdeAlwaysReady #ourcommunity

13.01.2022 Lance Corporal William Henry Camroux was commemorated at the 2019 Anzac Day service at Villers-Bretonneux, where Vice Admiral Noonan read an excerpt from one of... his letters. William Camroux was born in Sydney on 27 June 1893. Nicknamed Blue for his red hair, he worked as a labourer before enlisting in the AIF in 1915. He was posted to 17th Battalion. He left Australia on Euripides and spent time in Egypt before sailing for France in August 1916. William saw action on the Somme (sometimes marching 20 miles a day) and at Ypres which he described as one mass of ruins. William was wounded twice but remained in the field, and was gassed two days before the last Australian infantry action of the war at Montbrehain. However, he survived and in December 1918, after the war had ended, he sailed for home. William eventually settled in Penrith, married Pearl Honeman in 1924, and later had two children, Keith and Betty. After returning home, he struggled with ill-health and what was dubbed war demons. Sadly, William died of a heart attack in 1935 at the age of just 42. #TYFYS

12.01.2022 Did you know that we have a range of mobile apps that can help with managing thoughts and feelings? Check out our At Ease website for more information: http://at-ease.dva.gov.au/

12.01.2022 Strike teams of veterans are being trained by Team Rubicon Australia and deployed to help disaster-hit communities around the country, including areas that have faced bushfire, flood or drought.

11.01.2022 #VeteransHealthWeek starts this Saturday, 22 September, and the theme is #nutrition. Have a look for an event near you: bit.ly/VHWevents

10.01.2022 On August 5 in Goodooga, NSW, a plaque was unveiled commemorating two Indigenous servicemen from the area: Privates Harold West and George Leonard. In August 19...41 childhood friends Harold and George enlisted together for the Second World War. Both Indigenous Australians, they were taught from a young age to live off the land and how to track, skills which came in handy when they fought on the Kokoda Track. Private Leonard was killed in action in October 1942. Grief-stricken, Private West commenced a one-man campaign of revenge against the Japanese forces, but eventually died of scrub typhus in Port Moresby in November. Private Wests distinguishing actions inspired the poem The Coloured Digger by Bert Beros, with a musical performance of it being performed at the event by John Paul Young and Warren Morgan. On Anzac Day in 2007 Private Wests legacy and that of all Aboriginal servicemen and women was honoured with the inaugural Coloured Diggers March in Redfern, a community event held every year since. More about Privates Harold West and George Leonard: https://www.dva.gov.au//our-mob-serving-country-1/brothers #DeadlyDiggers #TYFYS #ThankYouForYourService

09.01.2022 "Make the most out of every opportunity that is in front of you." Read more about Invictus ambassador Curtis McGrath - Athlete.... #IG2018

08.01.2022 Anzac Day on Thursday 25th, the march will commence from the Bull n Bush hotel at approx. 05:45 marching to the memorial. The service will begin at 06:00. Any person or organisation intending to lay a tribute and wishing for their name to be read out please and advise.

06.01.2022 Its almost a new year and it could be a new you. Learn about starting a new exercise plan with our High Res app: https://highres.dva.gov.au/highres/

06.01.2022 Its important to devote sufficient time to looking after yourself as you age. Using the tools learned from counselling, as well as real life experience across ...a range of lifestyle subjects, VVCS latest community webinar takes a deeper look into what HEALTHY AGEING looks like for a veteran. If you missed it, its now available for viewing! Check it out at bit.ly/VVCS_HealthyAgeingWebinarYT

06.01.2022 Bien Hoa province, 13 May 1968: the North Vietnamese attacked Fire Support Base Coral, in a prelude to what would become Australias costliest battles of the Vi...etnam War, the Battle of Fire Support Bases Coral and Balmoral. Pictured here are four members of Charlie Gun Crew, 102 Field Battery, Royal Australian Artillery at FSB Coral, with enemy bullet holes visible in the tarp above them. Lest we forget. Image via Australian War Memorial.

05.01.2022 #2 - 10 Things your clinician wants you to know Anyone can go to counselling: You dont have to be diagnosed with a mental illness to go to counselling. In fact..., the best time to seek support from a clinician is when you start to feel that you are not coping. There are a lot of reasons why people go to counselling, mental illness is just one of them. People often hesitate because they feel things will be better tomorrow or its not that bad. If youre feeling stuck, or overwhelmed, or not able to function as youd like to, think about talking to a clinician. See more

04.01.2022 Did you know that anyone who has served one day in the full-time ADF is able to get free treatment for any mental health condition from DVA, whether the conditi...on is related to service or not? Our mental health spend is demand-driven and not capped. Where someone seeks treatment, they will get it. For immediate assistance call Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service on 1800 011 046 at any time, or call us on 1800 555 254.

04.01.2022 Check out the official song of the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 presented by Jaguar Land Rover, I Am Invictus featuring Lee Kernaghan. See how the Invictus Game...s is more than a sporting event this October it captures hearts, challenges perceptions and changes lives. Buy your tickets today ! www.invictusgames2018.org/the-games/tickets/ #IG2018 #GameOnDownUnder See more

03.01.2022 Join us on Tuesday (11 December) in the Special Exhibition Gallery at 12:30pm for a free curator-led tour of the After the War exhibition, exploring the persona...l stories of ordinary Australians whose lives have been altered by war, from those who have served to loved ones left behind. After the War is an exhibition exploring the personal and social consequences of war over the past 100 years. It features a wide range of objects, works of art, letters, and documents predominately drawn from the Memorials own collection. More Memorial events: https://www.awm.gov.au/visit/events

02.01.2022 Meet Iris Terry (nee Pfitzner) who turns 102 today! During the Second World War, on 13 April 1944, Iris enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force. Her twin sis...ter and four brothers joined the Army. Iriss job was to supply the troops with all the equipment and clothing they needed before they boarded ships to leave Australia. Her rank was Aircraftwoman. Iris remembers the closeness between the women she worked with. The job was very busy with as little notice as 24 hours to fit-out an entire battalion. After being discharged from the RAAF on 18 December 1945, she worked as a tailor and married Emerson Terry, who had served in the Army. Iris was very good at her work. She made silk robes for judges and barristers and even suits for Prime Ministers. She retired at the age of 83. Iris is a member of Fairfield and Liverpool Legacy, Ladies Auxiliary and war widows groups and she still participates in their meetings and outings. Happy birthday Iris. We hope you have a wonderful day! Thank you for your service. #TYFYS

01.01.2022 To the people of Medowie and surrounding districts: Thank you for your support at the ANZAC Day march and Dawn Service this morning. Estimates of attendance ranged between 1500 and 2000 people. For a small town like Medowie that is an excellent attendance. We are humbled by such support. It shows that community support is very strong for those who serve, those who have served, and those who gave their lives in service.... We look forward to your continued support. Thank you once again.