Picton Thirlmere Bargo RSL Sub Branch in Thirlmere, New South Wales | Community organisation

Picton Thirlmere Bargo RSL Sub Branch

Locality: Thirlmere, New South Wales

Phone: +61 413 066 536

Address: Mason St 2572 Thirlmere, NSW, Australia

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24.01.2022 Everyone might be bunkered down but life still trickles along, we are pleased to see Fred got his delivery of Toohey's Old to celebrate his 97th birthday today. Fred has been through some tough times as a Mice of Moresby WWII veteran, Fred's resilience always shines through his smile, even in these extraordinary circumstances. Freddy you are a legend!

24.01.2022 Vale Dame Vera Lynn, thank you for your Service.

23.01.2022 Our local legend Fred. Thank you for your Service Freddy and all those who have served, their families sacrifice and for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

23.01.2022 Today another panel was unveiled on the Remembrance Walkway at the Sub branch. The WWII panel was unveiled by Thirlmere legend Fred Denny who also features on the panel. Thank you to all who have served our Nation in times of conflict and peace. Lest We forget.

23.01.2022 Bunnings BBQ's are back, the sub Branch is cooking up a storm today at Mittagong Bunnings, nothing is better then a sausage sizzle on a Sunday morning and supporting the veteran community.

23.01.2022 Vale Flo Dymond thank you for your contribution and service to the local community.

22.01.2022 Our local legend Fred Denny! 80 years ago today Prime Minister Menzies announced that Australia was at war.Thank you to all who served and those who paid the ultimate price in World War II. Lest We Forget.

22.01.2022 On the eve of ANZAC Day we thought we would share some pictures of two local living legends Fred Denny and Annie Gwennyth Ray (Gwen) Sheldrake who both served their country in WW2. We as a country and community will be forever grateful for the sacrifices you have made for your country and we will show you even when times are challenging, it doesn't matter where you commemorate on Saturday, we must stop, pause and remember all those who have worn the Australian ADF uniform and our Allies. Thank you.

21.01.2022 Congratulations to local lady Gemma who graduated this week, Gemma I know your family are very proud of your achievements, as are we. Welcome to the ADF family and may your career in the Australian Navy be smooth sailing. Well done Gem, we are very proud of you!

20.01.2022 Tomorrow it will be time for the Nation to stop, pause and reflect for all who have served Australia and our allies, it is a time to remember the sacrifice of those who have served and those who are serving and their families. The sub Branch will be hosting a Remembrance Day Commemoration Service at Thirlmere Public School at 10.40am on Monday 11th November 2019, we welcome everyone to attend and pay their respects. If you can not join us, wherever you are please take a moment to pause at the 11th Hour of the 11th Day of the 11 Month. Lest We Forget.

20.01.2022 Following further discussions with the NSW Government, RSL NSW has made the decision to cancel all public ANZAC Day commemoration services across the state. The... risk to vulnerable people during the current health situation is simply too high for these events to continue in their traditional format. Read more: https://www.rslnsw.org.au/n/president-update-16-march-2020/

20.01.2022 We love to see our local heroes acknowledged near and far. For those who aren't aware the Australian War Memorial projects Roll of Honour on the Hall of Memory every evening to see the date and times when your loved one appears head to the AWM website. To see our own local lad Gunner Henry Brandon Chiddy head to https://www.awm.gov.au/collection/R1691747. Thank you for your Service.

20.01.2022 Rwanda Citation awarded on 25th Anniversary (25/7/19) AUSTRALIAN Service Contingents 1 and 2 who served in Rwanda on Operation TAMAR were today recognised with the award of a Meritorious Unit Citation. Operation TAMAR was Australia’s contribution to the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda, which consisted of sending approximately 700 Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel in two contingents to provide medical support and security for the medics. Minister for Vetera...ns and Defence Personnel said from 1994 to 1996 it is estimated that more than 800,000 innocent civilians were killed in Rwanda by armed militias and trained military forces attracting world-wide world-wide attention and condemnation. The men and women of Australian Service Contingents 1 and 2 demonstrated extraordinary courage, discipline and compassion in the performance of their duties and on behalf of their country we recognise their meritorious service, Mr Chester said. The Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), gazetted the award of the Meritorious Unit Citation today, on the 25th Anniversary of Australian Service Contingent 1 arriving in Rwanda. To be eligible to wear the citation insignia with the Federation Star, members must have completed 30 days service on Operation TAMAR between the dates of 25 July 1994 and 8 March 1996. Veterans who believe they are eligible are encouraged to apply directly to the Department of Defence, through the Defence Medals http://www.defence.gov.au/Medals/

19.01.2022 Please take a moment today to pause, reflect and remember all those who have served and are serving our Nation. 102 years ago the guns fell silent on the WW1 Battlefields, 416,000 Australian young men enlisted and more than 60,000 never returned home to their families, mates and communities. Since that day Australian men and woman have served with the great spirit of the ANZAC’s. Please take a moment today to pause at the 11th Hour of the 11th Day of the 11 Month to remember their Service and Sacrifice. Lest We Forget

16.01.2022 They went with songs to the battle, they were young, Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow, They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted, They fell with their faces to the foe. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:... Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We Will Remember Them. Lest We Forget. See more

16.01.2022 Today as we celebrate all that is great in our Nation, take a moment to thank those who have served and are still serving our Country to protect our way of life. Happy Australia Day!

15.01.2022 Happy 98th Freddy, the Thirlmere legend still likes to party cheers

14.01.2022 49 years ago today 3 local gents were welcomed home from Vietnam. Tom Crossman, Ross Latta and John Peachey received Thirlmere RSL and the ladies from the Auxillary's full hospitality.

14.01.2022 Today we commemorate the 75th anniversary of VE Day, Germany had surrendered to the Allied forces, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe. Although the war in the Pacific was not over, this event was still a cause for celebration in Australia.Thank you to all who served.

13.01.2022 As you would be aware, the Chief Medical Officer has advised the Federal Government that as of Monday, 16 March 2020 non-essential, organised mass gatherings of over 500 people should be discouraged. This will obviously have an impact on planning for ANZAC Day. Representatives of RSL NSW are meeting with the NSW Government on Monday to further understand the impact of this advice for the delivery of ANZAC Day events in the city and across the state. We will advise you of any updates of our planned ANZAC Commemoration Service.

13.01.2022 Christmas is a magical time and this year has proven more than ever we need that magic, please check on your mates, family and neighbours. We wish everyone a very special Christmas and please take a moment today and every other day to remember all that have worn a uniform to protect us, the ADF, Police Force, RFS and members of the Health Sector. They deserve our appreciation. We thank you. Merry Christmas 2020.

13.01.2022 We have recently been made aware that sadly Louis Collett passed on the 17th August Aged 97.Mr Collett served alongside Fred Denny in the 55/53rd Battalion. Lou and Fred caught up regularly and enjoyed a yarn about the good old days, they were reunited at the sub Branch back in 2017 it was smiles all round. We would like to send condolences to the family and friends of Lou Collett. Lou we thank you for your service to Australia Your duty has been served Soldier. Rest in Peace. Lest We Forget

12.01.2022 Merry Christmas to all ADF Personnel who are serving, we thank you for your service and sacrifice. We would also like to send a special shout out to everyone who has helped to protect our community during these devastating bushfires. To the two firefighters who paid the ultimate price, thank you gentleman your duty is done, you served above and beyond. You will forever remain a part of our community. Rest In Peace.

12.01.2022 Today we had the privilege to unveil the 2nd panel in our walkway which depicts Armistice Day 1918. Our panel has local and National significance with a picture from the Australian War Memorial of Martin Place on 11 November 1918. The other picture is of local significance Lt W. A. Robertson was the first President of Thirlmere Branch of Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia after serving on the Western front in WWII. We were honoured to have his family including daughter in law, grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren there today to unveil the panel it will forever be etched at our Memorial Walkway which serves as a daily reminder of the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women who serve our Nation, including those who have paid the ultimate price. Lest We Forget.

12.01.2022 If you need a bit of inspiration this Friday afternoon as the weather gets a little chilly, our very own Fred shows us some true Aussie spirit, at 97 I reckon he might be just practicing so he can ride all the way to the pub when it opens, for a refreshing Tooheys Old. Fred you are a true inspiration and I am sure this video will put a few smiles on faces.

11.01.2022 If you are in and around Picton today, call in to the Mall to grab your poppy for Monday from our hard working volunteers. At the 11th Hour of the 11th Month We Will Remember Them. 100% of funds raised goes to welfare for serving and ex-serving defence force members.

10.01.2022 A picture says so much more than words, thank you to all who serve our community and Nation. We are forever grateful for your service and sacrifice.

09.01.2022 As everyone plans their driveway Service on Saturday 25th April 2020 at 6 am take a moment to watch this very short video so as to remind us why it is so important to pause and remember more than anytime before. It is a great reminder there is a flicker of hope and no-one will be left behind. https://www.youtube.com/watch

08.01.2022 Today we remember and reflect upon the courage and the sacrifice of all the men and women in Australia who served in the Vietnam conflict and acknowledge their families and friends who made sacrifices during the War and in the often difficult years which followed. They deserve our honour, our thanks and our respect .Today please take a moment to pause to remember and reflect on the service of almost 60,000 Australians who served in Vietnam from 1962 until 1973 and the 3,000 who were wounded. Many more veterans suffered, and continue to suffer, because of their service and may we always remember the 521, including one of our own Wollondilly boys Private Ian Thomson who made the ultimate sacrifice May Their Name Liveth for Evermore.

08.01.2022 Dear Wollondillians don't take any chances today stay safe! Road closure are already enforced.

07.01.2022 Our volunteers will be out this week at Picton Mall to raise funds to support Australian Veterans and their families. If you can please stop by and support a worthy cause. We have purple poppies arriving later this week to remember the service of animals.

07.01.2022 MEDALLION AND CERTIFICATE RECOGNISE WWII VETERANS - Glad to see the Service of more than one million Australian men and women who fought to protect our country and our allies in WWII will be recognised as we approach the 75th anniversary. Australia can never fully repay the debt we owe these amazing men and women but, to mark their service, the DVA is producing a Commemorative Medallion and Certificate of Commemoration for the remaining living veterans of the WWII. The Austra...lian made medallion will be presented in a display case and is a small memento for our veterans. This is but a small gesture of appreciation from a grateful nation that we extend to those veterans who fought to protect our way of life in the terrible conflict that ended 75 years ago. Elegible veterans can apply, or their families on their behalf, either online at www.dva.gov.au/medallion or, for those without internet access, by phone on 02 61918217 during business hours. Medallions will be distributed during August. Thank you for your Service. See more

06.01.2022 The new year brings new beginnings and for one local lad it could not be more newsworthy, welcome to the the ADF family Blake. S. We would like to wish you a heartfelt congratulations on your achievement of graduating, it is not an easy task. Thank you for your commitment to the ADF, you are a true blue asset to your family and Country, as well as an inspiration to your community. Thank you for your Service.

06.01.2022 It is with a heavy heart that we heard that overnight 97yo WWII Veteran Ronald Francis Berthold aka Bocka passed. He served with the 2/16th Battalion with service in many places including Borneo and Shaggy Ridge. Bocka attended commemoration services with his wife and family always by his side. Rest In Peace Bocka, your duty is done. Thank you for your service Sir.

05.01.2022 The Military Muster is on again today at the Menangle Steam Museum. There is military items for sale at the stalls,the Vietnam reenactors will be doing a display today at 1.30pm, the battleship battles will be on as well as many many vehicles on display at Menangle Steam Museum. Warning video is re-enactment of battle scene.

04.01.2022 Please join us today at 10.40am at Thirlmere Public School, to pause, reflect and remember 101 years on from when the guns fell silent on the WW1 Battlefields. There were 416,000 Australian young men who enlisted, more than 60,000 never returned home to their families, mates and communities. Since that day Australian men and woman have served with the great spirit of ANZAC’s and they are still serving today, so please take a moment today to pause at the 11th Hour of the 11th Day of the 11 Month to remember their Service and Sacrifice. Lest We Forget

04.01.2022 The ANZAC spirit remains, as Australians we have faced adversity and evil enemies before, we adapt and overcome, we will get through this together. #lightupthedawn https://www.rslnsw.org.au/anzac-spirit/

03.01.2022 If you are in and around Picton this week, drop by coles and support this years ANZAC Appeal. The ANZAC Appeal supports veterans and their families who are in need. Thank you for your support.

03.01.2022 The purple poppies have arrived. Drop by Picton Mall this week to support veterans and their families by buying a poppy. Our volunteers don’t mind having a bit of chat as well.

02.01.2022 Thanks to local performer Shama Charms who held a very special ANZAC Service which included a 3 hr performance on her front veranda and livestreamed on Facebook. Shama raised a whopping $802 which was donated to the Sub Branch. Thank Shama for the donation it was truly appreciated.

02.01.2022 Lest We Forget.

01.01.2022 Our community is currently being severely impacted by a fire event. Wollondilly Shire Council have developed a valuable resource for all residents affected by the current fire event. For all information on evacuation, assistance and to donate to the Mayoral Relief fund (100% off all donations go directly to residents) https://www.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au//201920-fire-season-su/