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Elizabeth RSL

Locality: Elizabeth East

Phone: +61 8 8255 7670

Address: Cnr Midway Rd & Halsey Rd 5112 Elizabeth East, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.elizabeth.rslsa.org.au

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25.01.2022 Sorry guys but due to unforeseen circumstances the 'Betterman' event planned for the 28th May has been cancelled. Please continue to watch this space for future entertainment opportunities and support the RSL like you have all been doing so far this year. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused. ... We look forward to your continued support and hope to see you soon. Regards, Elizabeth RSL Committee.

25.01.2022 Hi our phones are not working please contact through face book or mobile on 0412444610

25.01.2022 PINK TRIBUTE Drink Specials Kitchen open from 5:30 Bookings essential https://www.trybooking.com/BOTHX

24.01.2022 Did you know... that following World War II the Royal Australian Navy was required to clear naval mines from the waters around Australia and New Guinea. Mineswe...eping in these areas began in December 1945, locating and clearing 1,816 mines before operations concluded in August 1948. During World War II both the Allies and Japanese laid mines in Australian and New Guinean waters. The RAN's minelayer, HMAS Bungaree, laid almost 10,000 mines in Australian waters alone, and further mines were laid around Australian ports. The RAN's 20th Minesweeping Flotilla was assigned the task of sweeping Australian waters for mines. The flotilla was based at Cairns, Queensland and was commanded from the sloop HMAS Swan. Clearance operations began in December 1945, and were generally conducted by Bathurst-class corvettes. Ships involved included HMAS Swan, Ararat, Cowra, Deloraine, Echuca, Katoomba, Lithgow, Mildura and Warrnambool as well as harbour defence motor launches 1323, 1328, 1329 and general purpose vessels 960 and 963. Over 1,200 sailors were involved in the operation. One ship, the Bathurst-class corvette HMAS Warrnambool, was sunk during the mine-clearing operations, and four sailors were killed and another 25 wounded in her sinking. Eleven officers and sailors were recommended for honours and awards for their role in the operation, with all recommendations being fully endorsed by Vice Admiral John Collins, the First Naval Member, Australian Commonwealth Naval Board. Some of the awards were delayed and others never granted, however, due to disagreements between the RAN and the Government over whether post-war minesweeping constituted 'operational' service Lest we forget. Ian Smith Chair Anzac Day Committee HMAS Warrnambool sinking after striking a mine on 13 September 1947: RAN

23.01.2022 Christmas in July at Elizabeth RSL Featuring The MOONDANCE Band. Friday 23rd July at 7pm. Book your table NOW. 82557670 This will sell out fast. Come and enjoy an evening of fun and entertainment, fine food, music and dancing.

23.01.2022 Hi no members draw this fortnight due to reduce numbers allowed in club. Will be drawn next fortnight instead. Apologies in advance

22.01.2022 Hi members draw tonight has climbed to $400. Kitchen open from 5.30 pm 8ball k/out from 7.00.

21.01.2022 HI OUR PHONES ARE CURRENTLY NOT WORKING PLEASE CONTACT VIA MESSENGER ON FACEBOOK OR MOBILE 0412444610 CHEERS

21.01.2022 All social 8ball comps are cancelled till further notice Sorry folks more to come

19.01.2022 Sorry folks! Due to todays change of restrictions we have been forced to pull the pin on our next two events- The Front Line and Betterman.

19.01.2022 Hi all, due to the current covid situation we are not running the 8 ball knockout on Sunday's. Until further notice, opening time on Sunday's will be 5pm. Sorry for any inconvenience!

18.01.2022 Come and support some original bands, as The Front Line brings to you STONE COLD, WICKED EMPIRE & St JUDES live. Bookings essential. http://www.trybooking.com/BOSYP

18.01.2022 Please come down to the Elizabeth RSL and join us in raising much needed funds for this little boy and his family. Also, come support our local bands for a great night of entertainment. Entry is by donation, so please give generously for this great cause and help where you can. We look forward to seeing you all there on 19th of June. If you can't make it on the night, pleas follow the link below to the go fund me page.

15.01.2022 On this day... in 1945, the War Widows' Guild of Australia was formed. Mrs Jessie Vasey, widow of Major General George Vasey, was the organisation's first natio...nal president. George Vasey had commanded a brigade in the Greek campaign and on Crete, and had then commanded the 7th Division during the Kokoda Trail campaign and the Battle of Buna-Gona. He was killed in an aircraft crash on 5 March 1945. Jessie Vasey had been the secretary of the AIF Women's Association during the war, assisting the wives of serving men. She fought for increases to the widow's pension, for changes to the Repatriation Act, and for housing for elderly widows. She was awarded an OBE in 1950 and CBE in 1963. In recognition of their loss, members of the War Widows' Guild are afforded seating on the stands for the Adelaide ANZAC Day Commemorative March. Lest we forget. Ian Smith Chair ANZAC Day Committee Image of Jessie Vasey (second from left talking to General Sir Thomas Blamey) farewelling her husband George (on her left) in December 1939 on board RMS Strathallan which was carrying her husband for service overseas: AWM

14.01.2022 To clarify an earlier post, future bands are still under consideration and will be advertised accordingly. Thank you for your ongoing support! B. Morris Secretary

13.01.2022 Good evening Due to the recent Government announcement, the RSL is closed until further notice. The Committee and staff hope all our members and patrons stay safe during this time and be sure to keep an eye out for when we can welcome you all back. Many thanks and stay safe.... Kindest Regards Elizabeth RSL

12.01.2022 The Simpson Trophy Competition is an annual shooting event that originated in 1890. The perpetual award is the Simpson Trophy, donated by South Australia’s Simp...son family and is now on permanent display in the Army Museum of South Australia at Keswick Barracks https://amosa.org.au/stories-a//simpson-trophy-competition The 2020 shoot was held at Murray Bridge Training Area Range, over several serials and this year’s competition was won by a RAAF team. Congratulations.

12.01.2022 This Friday night! Don't forget to book! Call the club on 8255 7670.

11.01.2022 Book Now to attend the RSL SA Breakfast of Remembrance on November 4, 2020 at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Dr Peter Brune, noted military historian and author, will be the Keynote Speaker. Purchase your ticket today through Humanitix! https://bit.ly/3hemGYY

11.01.2022 Remembrance Day 2020

10.01.2022 On Remembrance day we reflect and remember, the Elizabeth RSL held a wonderful service with many thanks to Rev Peter Riggs who did the honours with conducting the service. The weather was glorious and many thanks to the local dignitaries who attended, John Dawkins, John Gee, Mayor Glenn Docherty just to name a few. A big shout out to the members of the Information Warfare Center who provided the Catafalque Party for todays service. Thanks to the guys from the Elizabeth MFS for their attendance and the man power to put out and pack up chairs. And as always Jimmy Quail for his stellar help, also Grace, Gary, Kelly and Jane.

09.01.2022 Due to unforeseen circumstances the Diggers Bingo this Wednesday has been cancelled. Please keep an eye out for updates!

08.01.2022 Come down and help Adam, one of our committee members and resident 8 baller celebrate his 50th as you rock on to the sounds of 2 bands. Kitchen will be open for dinner as well so why not make a night of it here at the RSL? Tickets on sale now.

08.01.2022 ALL MEMBERS AGM TONIGHT 6.30 PM ALL WELCOME

07.01.2022 Several people have asked me about the prevalence of suicide among veterans of World War I after my address at the State Remembrance Day service. Recent researc...h indicates that around 550 members of the First AIF took their own lives between 1915 and 1922, with large spikes in the incidence of suicide in early 1919 and late 1920. According to the research, this is indicative of men who were unprepared and unsupported for what they had to face when they were sent home. Members of the First AIF kept taking their lives many years after the war. Two notable examples are Major General Harold Edward "Pompey" Elliott CB CMG DSO DCM VD, who died in 1931, and Captain Hugo Vivian Hope Throssell VC, who died two years later. Veterans these days are far better supported when they return from operations, but there is definitely much more to do. It is critically important that the Department of Veterans' Affairs has robust data on veteran suicide in order to develop prevention and intervention programs to help reduce the number of veteran suicides. Lest we forget. Ian Smith Chair Anzac Day Committee If this article has raised any concerns or issues, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 and at https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ and for servicepeople Open Arms 1800 011 046. Harold Elliott and Hugo Throssell: AWM

04.01.2022 Scotch Doubles Back this WEDNESDAY Night Rego 6.30pm 7PM START cash pool .... KITCHEN OPEN FROM FIVE PM

04.01.2022 Hi our kitchen will not be open this wednesday due to current covid situation and a reminder that Diggers Bingo will not be run either We will be open Friday for meals as normal Pop in for a great meal.

04.01.2022 Meet #OurPeople || For Major Jessica Palling, making the decision to study nursing at the end of Year 12 led to a diverse and exciting career in the Army. Majo...r Palling enlisted in the #AusArmy during her second year of university, and started out in emergency and acute care. Major Palling is now the Officer Commanding of the Medical Technician Wing at the Army School of Health. In her role, she has overseen the training transformation of the #YourADF medic course during #OpCOVID19Assist. To read more about Major Palling’s career, head to https://www.defence.gov.au/news/armynews/, page 11. #YearoftheNurse

04.01.2022 Good Evening After todays Government announcement Elizabeth RSL will be reopening this coming Sunday. We are still unsure of any restrictions regarding 8 ball etc so will update tomorrow morning.... Please take note of covid directions within the RSL. Please be mindful of social distancing and limits placed on the club's capacity. If you have any questions please contact the club! Many thanks and stay safe. Kindest Regards Elizabeth RSL

03.01.2022 As posted previously our pearljam betterman show on friday is cancelled

02.01.2022 On this day in 1914, the first Australian and New Zealand contingent sailed from Albany, WA, bound for Egypt. Of those that sailed in that first convoy only one...-third would return to Australia physically unscathed, although many that had not been killed or wounded were suffering from grave mental health problems as a result of their long service. Lest we forget. Ian Smith Chair Anzac Day Committee Ships of the first convoy prepare to depart Albany on 1 November 1914: AWM