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Inglewood-Bridgewater RSL Sub Branch

Locality: Inglewood, Victoria

Phone: +61 418 407 590

Address: 81 Brooke Street 3517 Inglewood, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.rslvic.com.au/rsl-network/victorian-map-of-all-branches/inglewoodbridgewater

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25.01.2022 On the 30th August, 1999 the people of East Timor were given the opportunity to vote on their future, something that they had been denied since Indonesia invaded 24 years prior. The election was preceded by widespread violence and intimidation by pro-Indonesia militia but despite this, voters were not swayed with the majority choosing independence. However, the jubilation was short lived. And the violence after the vote continued to escalate, with pro-independence civilians t...he targets of murder, arson and looting. Former First Lady of East Timor, Kirsty Sword Gusmão, remembers shedding tears of joy when it was announced that the International Force East Timor (INTERFET) was on its way to restore law and order. Horrific scenes confronted the Australian forces who arrived in East Timor as part of INTERFET. Led by Major General Peter Cosgrove, they found bodies lining in the street, rampant looting and the capital Dili scorched and burning to the ground. Thinking back to that time Kirsty said I was always impressed by the professionalism and discipline, not to mention the great sense of humour and perseverance that the Australian forces showed during INTERFET. I think many of the soldiers developed deep and abiding bonds of friendship with the Timorese, along with mutual respect, Kirsty said. Once INTERFET established peace, the United Nations began building the new country from the ground up, preparing for the first democratic elections in 2002. You can read more of Kirsty’s story here: http://interfet.rslvic.com.au/ Image Courtesy: Australian Defence Force.

25.01.2022 A message from RSL Sub Branch President Although regional Victoria is not in stage 3 lockdown I believe that the safest course of action at present is for the Inglewood-Bridgewater RSL is to keep the Brooke Street hall closed in the present circumstances. Looking at today’s figures, the LGAs where most of our members reside, Bendigo has 19 active cases and Loddon two, according to the DHHS website. That’s the highest active numbers these areas have had since the pandemic st...arted. The last thing we want to do is become responsible for the transmission of COVID-19 in the Inglewood and Bridgewater communities, especially considering many of our members are of an age that would put them at greater risk of serious illness or death, should it be contracted. This will mean the postponing of events and functions such as Mal’s Art Class Exhibition, ceremony’s and meetings. I think the safest option is to consider leaving the hall closed until there is an easing of the current restrictions, like the reopening of state borders. Options to consider are holding meetings online and running ceremonies, such as the upcoming Vietnam Veterans Day 18-Aug-2020, in the same manner as we did ANZAC Day. Welfare services will obviously need to continue as normal. If anyone has an alternative view, I’m happy to discuss. Phone 0407517749. Mick HOBSON

25.01.2022 In 2019 more than 400 veterans participated in RSL Active events across Victoria. Our RSL Active events are designed to bring veterans together, to have fun, me...et new people, and re-connect with old friends. It is easy for RSL Victoria to report on the success of the RSL Active program in terms of the number of events run, and the number of participants. What is harder to report on is the psychological benefits of the program for our veterans who participate. Krystal Brown has been participating in RSL Active events since 2018, over the last two years, through RSL Active, she has had the opportunity to rekindle old friendships and make new connections with the local veteran community. Read Krystal’s story only in our 2019 Annual Report: https://bit.ly/3lh5VzH

24.01.2022 As we approach the 2020 Poppy Appeal Australia, it’s important we continue the tradition of wearing a poppy in memory of all those who have served. RSL Victori...a is proud to announce the launch of its online Commemorative Badge store, so that all Victorians can safely continue to support veterans and their families by purchasing a Poppy Appeal badge. 100% of proceeds raised goes to providing assistance to veterans and their families in times of need. By purchasing a poppy, you are lending a helping hand to thousands of veterans and their families. Every current and former service person of our great nation deserves your support. Please visit our new commemorative badge store here to purchase your poppy today: https://bit.ly/2SV93nU

21.01.2022 The Inglewood Historical society are seeking information about this photo. The bus indicates that the group is associated with the RSL (not necessarily Inglewood/Bridgewater). Any information please contact Kevin Poyser 0429 003 168.

20.01.2022 https://www.facebook.com/AustralianArmy/videos/3409740755757998/?vh=e&extid=YGOhoBHld6FzbdAL

17.01.2022 The Licensee of the Marong Family Hotel and the President of the Inglewood-Bridgewater RSL laying a wreath at the Marong memorial today. Many thanks to the Marong Family Hotel - mfh and their staff for the support they have given us recently.

15.01.2022 https://anzacportal.dva.gov.au//men-inglewood-fought-boer-

14.01.2022 Our RSL held the AGM via Facebook messenger last night, Tuesday the 18th August. There were no major changes to the committee positions. President. Michael Hobson Vice President. Arthur Alsop... Secretary. Bill Concol Treasurer. Michael Hobson Appeals Officer. Mal Gilmour Membership Officer. Stephen Gartside Region 7 reps. Arthur Alsop & Michael Hobson Welfare Officers. Lynette Rose, Mal Gilmour & Arthur Alsop Social committee leader. Wendy Gilmour.

13.01.2022 Thank you for these lovely photos of the Service today, Bridgewater On Loddon Community.

11.01.2022 We commemorated Remembrance Day at Bridgewater this morning, with Veteran Arthur Alsop leading the service. While it was a very different service today, we greatly appreciated being joined by representatives from Bridgewater Primary School and our local Victoria Police. Lest we forget.

10.01.2022 While restrictions prevented our entire community participating in the service this morning, we appreciate our local schools showing their respect.

10.01.2022 Lest we forget.

08.01.2022 Inglewood-Bridgewater RSL AGM is required to take place before the end of August. The meeting will need to take place via phone or other electronic devices and will take place at 6.30pm on Tuesday the 18th of August. Details of how this will operate will be communicated in a few days.

07.01.2022 Today is R U OK?Day Learn what to say after R U OK? so you can keep the conversation going when someone says they're not OK. Visit www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask... #RUOKDay #theresmoretosay #RUOK See more

05.01.2022 The photo of Arnolds’ Lionel Younghusband was sent to our RSL sub branch from Heather Wilson. Thanks Heather. https://www.awm.gov.au/collection/R1691883 https://www.cwgc.org//27743/younghusband,-lionel-clarence/

05.01.2022 Thank you to our local schools for their support.

04.01.2022 Today we commemorate Victory in the Pacific and the end of the Second World War! Victory in the Pacific Day, or VP Day, commemorates the end of the Second Worl...d War on August 14, 1945, when Japan accepted the terms of the unconditional surrender set by the Allied Nations. Also known as VJ Day, or Victory over Japan Day, it is commemorated on August 15, the day that Australian Prime Minister Ben Chifley announced the end of the war in a radio broadcast, before the signing of the official surrender took place on board the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, Japan, on September 2, 1945. VP Day meant an end to Australia’s war against Japan in the Pacific; a war that had begun half a world away in Europe that was brought close to home after Japan’s unprovoked attack on Pearl Harbour on December 7, 1941, We remember the sacrifices and service of our Diggers who fought for our freedom in the Pacific. #wewillrememberthem. Image Courtesy: Australian War Memorial

04.01.2022 The 6.30pm, 18th August AGM will be held via Facebook messenger. Those wishing to attend please forward your Facebook name to [email protected]

04.01.2022 The Remembrance Day service at Inglewood was lead by the RSL Sub Branch President. Due to the current restrictions attendance was limited to Committee members, with community members paying their respects at different times throughout the day. We appreciate the support of our community today, and every day.... Lest we forget.

01.01.2022 Confronting scenes were unfolding as Australian troops arrived in East Timor for the INTERFET deployment, and Professor Major General Jeffrey Rosenfeld (Rtd.) took 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