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RSL Deception Bay Sub-Branch Inc

Locality: Deception Bay, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3293 2005

Address: 63 Grosvenor Terrace 4508 Deception Bay, QLD, Australia

Website: http://rsldeceptionbay.org.au

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25.01.2022 Veterans’ Health Week will be held from Saturday 24 Oct to Sunday 1 November 2020. The theme for Veterans’ Health Week is social connection. What sort of activities would you like to do?Veterans’ Health Week will be held from Saturday 24 Oct to Sunday 1 November 2020. The theme for Veterans’ Health Week is social connection. What sort of activities would you like to do?

24.01.2022 Can you imagine spending almost 350 hours crocheting 2,060 poppies? That takes a lot of love and dedication! That's exactly what war widow Margaret Standfast di...d for a display in a Townsville shopping centre in honour of Remembrance Day. Margaret, a member of the Townsville RSL Women’s Auxiliary, worked on the project for 5.5 hours every day for nine weeks! Her poppies were added to a long red dress made by a local dressmaker, creating a spectacular train, and others were included on other displays provided by local schools and organisations. We applaud your handiwork Margaret!

24.01.2022 The feeling of contentment I get as a yoga teacher when all my class is zenned out in Savasana Even more when I hear a few snores through the acoustics of th...e room Thank you Veteran family for another wonderful Saturday yoga session The Garrison Members Group

24.01.2022 We are having a stall at Burpengary plaza on Thursday 22nd of October . We are looking for volunteers . Contact Sarah for times you are available. Any amount of time you can spare all helps.We are having a stall at Burpengary plaza on Thursday 22nd of October . We are looking for volunteers . Contact Sarah for times you are available. Any amount of time you can spare all helps.

22.01.2022 Today, Ordinary Seaman Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean will be posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for Australia for his actions on 1 December 1942, when he sacrifice...d his life to save his shipmates during the sinking of the HMAS Armidale. Legacy Australia Patron, the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), will present the insignia of the Victoria Cross to the Sheean family at an Investiture Ceremony at Government House, and will be live streamed at 11.25am on the Governor-General of Australia's Facebook page. by Dale Marsh courtesy of the Australian War Memorial

21.01.2022 WE NEED YOU - In preparation for the Veteran 400 fundraiser, The Garrison will be constructing a new game zone at Donnybrook Gel Ballers and assisting with infr...astructure repairs. Matt will be on-site and would appreciate some help from Tuesday 6th to Saturday 10th October, so if you could spare some time on any of these days please contact Matt via messenger. To give you an idea of what we’re doing, we will be constructing a series of small timber bunkers (partially dug in), a helicopter crash site and general maintenance. R&R Hire has donated the use of an excavator and other earthmoving equipment to make things easier on our veteran bodies. If you can bring hand and power tools with you on the day this will also be a great help. Cheers Tols

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our President Peter Jones on being awarded the Meritorious Medal at the RSL Life Members Luncheon today.

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19.01.2022 https://www.dva.gov.au//veterans-health-week-focus-social-

18.01.2022 We have an opportunity for the BBQ trailer this Friday at the Neighbourhood centre. If you would like to tackle this task this week please get in contact with Peter JonesWe have an opportunity for the BBQ trailer this Friday at the Neighbourhood centre. If you would like to tackle this task this week please get in contact with Peter Jones

18.01.2022 This group of amazing people were awarded their RSL Queensland scholarships at a special ceremony in Brisbane this morning. In 2020, RSL Queensland has provided... scholarships to more than 70 veterans, Defence partners and veterans' children. Scholarships for 2021 are now open, so if you are an ex-Defence member, Defence partner or veteran dependant considering further education, visit bit.ly/RSL-Scholarships to find out more.

17.01.2022 The poignant words of The Ode of Remembrance will be heard around Australia today as we commemorate Remembrance Day. In recognition of the 75th anniversary of V...ictory in the Pacific earlier this year, we would like to share a very special reading of The Ode featuring six of our members who all served in WWII. Learn more about why we read The Ode at commemorations at bit.ly/The-Ode

17.01.2022 From carrying vital supplies and messages, to being mascots, animals have played important roles in the wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations in which Aus...tralia has been involved. On World Animal Day, we recognise the animals who have worked, and continue to work, alongside our service personnel and have even undertaken tasks that are difficult, if not impossible, for humans. Some have even helped to find people and save lives, and now, psychiatric assistance dogs are helping some of our veterans manage their PTSD. If you know a child in primary school, why not show them the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs publication ‘M is for Mates Animals in Wartime from Ajax to Zep’ https://anzacportal.dva.gov.au//m-mates-animals-wartime-aj. It’s a great primary school resource about the contributions of animals in war and peace operations.

17.01.2022 VeteransArt by RSL Deception Bay Sub-Branch Inc presents: GRID SQUARE! Guided by our mission statement:... To provide a platform for current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members, to showcase their artistic talents to the public in order to celebrate creativity, passion and innovation. We have brought 21 Veterans/current serving artists from around Australia together to create a visual stimulating experience, drawn from their service and life experiences. 59 artworks are on display until 29 Jan 21.

16.01.2022 If anyone has too many Christmas crackers , decorations lying around the house please donate it to The Garrison . They are putting on a Christmas lunch for those veterans who don’t want to spend the day home alone. Last years was well attended and we all enjoyed the company, food and wine.They are planning on putting together some goody bags as well if you would like to donate items. Duane Johnston

15.01.2022 The War Widows’ Guild this week celebrates 75 years of supporting war widows and widowers around Australia. Now known as Australian War Widows Inc, the Guild wa...s founded by Mrs Jessie Vasey, a war widow herself, as a way to support the 10,000 war widows from the Second World War. Following the first meeting in Melbourne, Victoria, Mrs Vasey devoted the rest of her life to turning the Guild into a powerful and respected organisation, with the sole focus of supporting women whose husbands had died during their war service. Today I acknowledge Mrs Vasey, and all those who have followed her, for their invaluable work and advocacy in support of Australian war widows since 1945. Australia owes a debt of gratitude to the Guild and I know it will continue to provide integral support to Australian war widows, their families and our veteran community well into the future. #TYFYS

14.01.2022 Join us tonight at our Friday Night Social!

13.01.2022 Our Sub Branches certainly find unique ways to raise funds to support the Defence community! Members of Laidley RSL Sub Branch are turning trash into treasure, ...thanks to a grant from the Queensland Government. The Sub Branch received $10,000 for a custom built Containers for Change trailer, which recycles bottles and cans. The group will take the trailer to markets, sporting events and festivals to collect containers.

13.01.2022 Thank you to all those involved in setting up for today’s Remembrance Day commemoration. Thank you to all those who attended and payed their respects.

12.01.2022 The Australian War Memorial is holding an online launch of the Ink in the Lines exhibition. Behind every tattoo is a story of remembrance, mateship, identity an...d healing. Ink in the Lines is new a photographic exhibition focussing on the stories of Australia’s military veterans, as told through their tattoos, which commemorate the people and events that shaped their lives. Event details Tuesday 29 September 2020 5.30 6.30pm (AEST) (Includes a virtual tour of the exhibition) Registration link in comments.

12.01.2022 Redcliffe Central Lions Diggers Dinner 5 Nov 2020. Annual Redcliffe Central Lions Diggers Dinner will be held at Woody Point Memorial Hall. They are looking for diggers (young and old) to attend. Cost is free - however bring change for raffles. Miniature Medals to be worn. Maximum 30 diggers - Names to me please.

12.01.2022 WEF 01 Dec 20 - congratulations to H1617 Ordinary Seeman Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheehan, VC. Posthumously awarded today. RIP, lest we forget Citation read: On 1 Dece...mber 1942, Ordinary Seaman [Teddy] Sheean, one of the youngest and most junior ranked members of Armidale’s Ship’s Company . . . decided to forgo his opportunity for survival by not abandoning ship and returning to his Action Station to man the aft Oerlikon gun . . . . Despite being wounded, he strapped himself into the gun and commenced firing at the enemy. . . .Ordinary Seaman Sheean’s actions disrupted and distracted the enemy from strafing and killing his defenceless shipmates in the water. He sacrificed his life trying to save his shipmates and, despite his wounds, he continued firing the gun until the ship sank and took him to his death. See more

10.01.2022 Queensland’s border zone will expand from 1am on Thursday, October 1 to include Byron, Ballina, Lismore, Richmond Valley and Glen Innes council areas. The State Government will be carefully monitoring the expanded border zone between now and Thursday October 1, and if we suddenly see cases appearing in Northern New South Wales then these measures will not proceed.

09.01.2022 One month to go until expression of interest close. Get on board of this fantastic opportunity to showcase VeteransArt.

09.01.2022 A few more photos from our service.

09.01.2022 It was great to catch up with so many of you today for our social Friday afternoon. Should we be doing this on a fortnightly basis? Let us know what you think!

07.01.2022 The current proposed action to strip all 3000+ Special Operation Task Group (SOTG) members of the Meritorious Unit Citation (MUC) will become one of this nation’s most significant examples of a failure in leadership should the Governor General give his support to the Chief of Defence Force’s request. The collective group are being slandered for the alleged offences of a mere few, those who have yet to have their day in court. The Australian PM and others in senior leadershi...p roles cannot wrongly condemn good people who served honourably, or propose to punish them when they have absolutely nothing to do with the recently released inquiry report. Those SOTG members sacrificed so much, as did their loved ones who waited for their return. Many came home traumatised, physically and mentally harmed, some didn’t come home at all, and many others have suicided since or self harmed.They served with honour and with integrity and we must not forget that, or allow those sacrifices they made to be denigrated. This is extremely distressing for us as a Defence family. My husband and I are providing advocacy and support to serving members and Veterans impacted by this report. CALL TO ACTION We urge all our friends to write to the Governor General, or send a message to your Federal MP and demand they do not remove the MUC from the SOTG. The Meritorious Unit Citation is a collective group decoration awarded to members of Australian military units. It is not an individual award, and so the alleged actions of a few individuals cannot be, in any way, representative of the majority collective. SOTG members bravely served and did not violate any Rules of Engagement and it is their right to have their lawful service respected and to continue to be reflected in our Nation’s history and honourably recorded. Kerry Danes, CSM Former RSM SOTG 2006, 2008. Dr Kay Danes, OAM ADF Spouse Governor General contact here. It is a direct contact form so you can be assured he will read your message. https://www.gg.gov.au/office-official-secret/email-contacts

07.01.2022 #OTD Final Japanese air raid on Darwin On the 12th of November 1943 between 0353 to 0530 local time, Darwin was subject to its 64th and final air raid. Fortun...ately, there were no casualties during this raid, although there was slight damage around Darwin near the Parap, Adelaide River and Batchelor airfield. This raid would also mark the final air aid made on Australia during WWII. In total there were more than 97 attacks on northern Australia. Over 260 people were killed and more than 410 were wounded between the 19th of February 1942 and the 12th of November 1943. It is an interesting fact that more bombs were dropped on Darwin than at Pearl Harbour. Lest we forget. --------------------------------------------------------------- If you spot an error, please send me a message. Join our group here: https://business.facebook.com/groups/2626189084317964

07.01.2022 On the 11th November 1918, the guns of the western Front fell silent after 4 years of continuous warfare. We commemorated those who have died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts today at the Deception Bay Community Hall War Memorial. Thank you all for attending the service. Sandra Ruck Chris Whiting MP Luke Howarth Deception Bay State School David Rauchle.

05.01.2022 Why have veterans died by suicide? This is the question the interim National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention, Dr Bernadette Boss, has asked. Our President, Rob Woods, will be speaking directly with Dr Boss in December and this is your time to help us prepare. Your contribution is needed by 9 December 2020 and you do not need to be a financial member of the APPVA to contribute. In fact, if you know of anyone, or any organisation, that would like us to take your words to the Interim Commissioner, copy this link and have your say. Click on this link to read the base questions and then complete in your own time. https://paymeaustralia.snapforms.com.au//veteran-suicide-p

05.01.2022 RSL Scholarships are currently available for ex-Defence personnel.

03.01.2022 Looking for Actors - must be ex defence force for a well PAID Tv commercial shooting mid December in Brisbane. Need Guy 35-45. If this is you or you know some...one who fits the part please email us on [email protected] prefer Brisbane based but will look outside the state for the right actor. See more

03.01.2022 DVA Gold, White and Orange health cards have been replaced with Veteran Cards. New Veteran Cards have been issued to avoid confusion about the different card s...tyles and to ensure your card is recognised by services and providers. Your health benefits and entitlements remain unchanged. You may also use your card to access over 10,000 offers from over 800 different brands who support the Australian Defence Veterans’ Covenant. Register using your Veteran Card number at apod.com.au. If you have not received your Veteran Card by the end of October, call us on 1800 VETERAN (1800 838 372), or submit a request through your MyService account. For more information on the new Veteran Cards visit www.dva.gov.au/health/veteran-healthcare-cards/veteran-card

03.01.2022 With the VETERAN 400 event happening at Donnybrook Gel Ballers on November 7th, we'll be releasing regular video updates with handy information, prize reveals a...nd field updates as we get closer to the day. In this clip, Matt from The Garrison and Dan from AusGel give some insight into gear you can bring on the day to make your time on the field more enjoyable.

02.01.2022 We are opening our Sub-Branch tomorrow afternoon for our monthly catch-up. It would be great to see you all there!