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24.01.2022 RSL Qld provides funding for vital research into veteran health by the Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation (GMRF). For more information, visit www.gallipoliresearch.com.au or follow them on facebook at Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation.
24.01.2022 Remember to Remember at 11am tomorrow. Have you set an alarm, do you have a plan? Townsville City Council and Townsville RSL regret that this year's commemoration at the Townsville War Cemetary is restricted to invite-only to keep it COVID Safe. We encourage workplaces to pause and allow live-streaming of the commemoration. We encourage those at home to watch the live stream or join others at the COVID Safe Townsville and Thuringowa Clubs to watch the Livestream.... Let we forget. https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au//remembrance-day-liv https://remembertoremember.com.au/Remembering-the-Armistice
23.01.2022 Funding to support Veterans Health Week (VHW) activities is available through DVA. VHW is Saturday 24 Oct to 1 November this year, and the theme is Social Connection. Ex-Service Organisations (ESO) are encouraged to apply for funding to support related activities. The process has been simplified this year and ESO can make several applications for their activities, one for each day or separate activity. Local ESO might even apply for funding to enhance their support to Townsville RSL activities such as the Drop-in Centre/Mini-Expo on 24 Oct or the Walk n Talk on 25 Oct (see our events page for more info). Follow the link for more info... https://www.dva.gov.au//veterans-health-week-focus-social-
22.01.2022 Townsville RSL Sub-Branch is looking for volunteer Welfare Support Officers (WSO). Can you provide at least 2 hours, twice a week in the Townsville area? Then a role as a WSO may suit you. You might be happy with a very rewarding role as a WSO or use it as a stepping stone to more formal training as a professional Welling Being Officer (WBO, or advocate). WSO might do one or more of the following for veteran welfare: - visit a home, hospital or aged care facility; provide sim...ple services such as driving, shopping trips etc - arrange for simple domestic assistance or home maintenance service; - assist with administrative duties (eg. at Quinns Post or the sub-branch office) in a non-paid position; - assisting with the administration of our social clubs within a in a non-paid position; - organise and conduct social, family and sporting activities; and - provide support to a veterans family during time of grief, loss and bereavement (serious illness or death of a veteran or war widow/er). Our WSO will receive training and support from the experienced Townsville RSL Wellbeing Officer and RSL QLD Veterans Services team at Aikenvale. Message Townsville RSL - Sub Branch here for more information! Or call in to Quinns Post on 4772 5936 to ask about volunteering for Townsville RSL. See more
21.01.2022 Ex-Defence or currently transitioning? Extend your existing skills or obtain new qualifications with an RSL Scholarship.
20.01.2022 Meet Joe his story VP 75
17.01.2022 Remember to Remember today. We will remember them. Lest we forget.
17.01.2022 VP 75 today - Celebrating 75 years since Victory in the Pacific!
17.01.2022 Scholarships 2021 Applications are now open! Please share with mates and family who may benefit - ex-Defence, Defence partners and veterans children. Higher education opens the door to a range of opportunities, improving employability and giving a renewed sense of purpose. Visit https://rslqld.org/Find-Help/Scholarships for more information.
16.01.2022 Please share the Wall of Respect project with friends and family who have the heritage. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=633760337537487
16.01.2022 Remember to remember this Wednesday. https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au//remembrance-day-liv
13.01.2022 Did you know that accommodation is available for $20/night (including dinner) at Angus House for veterans who need to stay in Brisbane while receiving medical treatment? If you know of a veteran / carer going to Brisbane for medical treatment, please refer them to ANGUS HOUSE. Angus House is operated by RSL Queensland and run by Manager Michelle Byrne. You can read an article about Angus House at https://www.rslqld.org//Angus-House-provides-a-place-of-re Please contact Mich...elle if you have any further questions. Here are some great features and how to book a stay: FEATURES AT A GLANCE $20/night per person, including dinner Address: 53-55 Bayliss Street, Toowong Close to Toowong Private Hospital and Wesley Hospital Stay with other members of the Defence community Staff sometimes offer transport to nearby hospitals 11 bedrooms, four shared bathrooms, three TV rooms, dining room, kitchen and laundry Designed for members of the Defence community receiving medical treatment HOW TO BOOK A STAY AT ANGUS HOUSE Phone: 0418 721 300 Email: [email protected] More info: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/angus-house See more
12.01.2022 Do you have your membership card? Not sure about the status of your renewal because of COVID? Ask at the front counter to ensure you can get the benefits of discounted food and beverage, and accumulate reward points! Maybe you lost yours? There is a number of membership cards accumulating in the office, maybe there was a problem with the address on your application. To help us mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on membership renewals, the RSL Queensland Board approved a morator...ium on renewals. This means members who did not renew their membership by the due date (1 January 2020) but who do renew in this year, will not lose continued membership privileges and will not have to go through a re-joining process. To further support the work of Sub Branches, RSL Queensland are activating a retention campaign to encourage inactive members to renew their membership. Commencing on Friday 31st July RSL Queensland Branch will call all 2019 non-renewed members to invite them to take advantage of the renewal moratorium. At the same time, we will take the opportunity to update members contact details in the system. See more
12.01.2022 Preventing the death by suicide of any Australian Defence Force (ADF) member or veteran is a key priority for government. On 27 August 2020, the Attorney-General introduced 2 bills to the Parliament, beginning a 4 week public consultation process on the appointment of a National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention. Releasing these Bills for public consultation provides Australians with an opportunity to consider the legislation and give feedback to inform ...the ongoing refinement of the Bills. Submissions from any interested person or organisation are welcome. The deadline for submissions is 24 September 2020. Find out more about the public consultation, including how to provide a submission at https://www.ag.gov.au//national-commissioner-defence-and-v. If you, or someone you know, need support, contact: Lifeline Australia 13 11 14 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 Open Arms (current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force personnel and their families can seek this free and confidential support) 1800 011 046 See more
10.01.2022 Open Arms group programs are coming up in Townsville shortly. Places are available in these programs and interested participants are encouraged to register as soon as possible by contacting Open Arms on 1800 011 046. All Open Arms group programs are conducted by facilitators experienced in working with veterans and their families. All group programs are free of cost for current and ex-serving Defence members and their partners. Interested participants should register for these group programs by contacting Open Arms North Queensland on 1800 011 046 or email [email protected] as soon as possible. Interested participants are also encouraged to visit the website (www.openarms.gov.au) for more detailed information regarding group programs.
09.01.2022 The inaugural AVCAT Essay Prize in 2020, promotes recognition of the impact of the Vietnam War on veterans and their families and loved ones. This years prize will be presented on Remembrance Day for an essay, up to 2500 words, addressing the theme Impact of the Vietnam War on Family. Please share with school-age children and schools in your networks. You can find more information at https://avcat.org.au/essay/ Entries are open until midnight 16 October 2020.
09.01.2022 A memorial to military veterans lost to suicide has been unveiled in Townsville the first of its kind in Australia. Its inscribed Cor Infinitus which means... endless courage. Placed in Anzac Memorial Park alongside other military memorials, its designed to be a place for loved ones to remember those whove lost the battle within. What I felt was missing around mental illness and suicide was dignity and respect, says Kevin Humphreys, a former Army helicopter pilot who experienced his own mental health battle and came up with the idea for the plaque. People are starting to realise theres no shame in what theyve done, says Glenda Weston, whose son Bradley Carr suicided on Anzac Day 2019, several years after being medically discharged from the Army. If you or someone else is in crisis and needs immediate help call: Beyond Blues Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service: 1800 512 348 Lifeline: 13 11 14 Open Arms Veterans & Families Counselling: 1800 011 046 MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
08.01.2022 Today is World Suicide Prevention and RUOK Day. Townsville RSL supported the unveiling of the first Operation Cor Infinitus monument at ANZAC Park today. Op Cor Infinitus (Infinite Courage) has been launched as an initiative of Kevin Humphreys with the support of Townsville City Council and the Townsville RSL. Mayor Jenny Hill and Federal Member for Herbert Phillip Tompson have been particularly supportive. Kevin is an Australian Army veteran with a lived experience of ment...al illness however he presently works as a rescue helicopter pilot. Today, we unveiled a memorial in Townsvilles ANZAC Park, dedicated to those that served Australia and succumbed to their battle within, in order to give their families and loved ones a place of solemn reflection inclusive with the memorials of other casualties of service. Special thanks to RSL North Queensland District for providing funding in support of the monument. Reach out to mates today. #preventionthroughconnection This project is designed to help families mourn, grieve, hope and heal. If you need assistance, please contact any of the following agencies: Emergencies 000 Open Arms (formerly VVCS) 1800011046 www.openarms.gov.au Lifeline 131144 www.lifeline.org.au Beyond Blue 1300224636 www.beyondblue.org.au See more
07.01.2022 12 Month Free Health and Fitness Program for Returned Veterans & Peacekeepers! Did you know the DVA provides a free 12-month health and fitness program that can be delivered to returned Veterans and peacekeepers with overseas operational service anywhere in the country. The program is flexible and able to accommodate participants living in metropolitan areas, rural or remote areas, those still working or retired, studying or with other time constraints. Run on behalf of the ...DVA by Corporate Health Management the program aims to help you increase your physical health and wellbeing through practical exercise support and 12 months of health coaching and advice on healthy lifestyle choices provided by one of our team of highly qualified allied health professionals. Am I eligible? Started 20 years ago for those returned from Vietnam, the Heart Health Program is free and now open to all returned veterans and peacekeepers with overseas operational service who have not previously done the Heart Health Program before. To check your eligibility visit http://www.veteranshearthealth.com.au/eligibility/ Individual Heart Health Program How it works Each participant receives 12 months of healthy lifestyle coaching from a highly qualified and dedicated allied health professional via fortnightly health coaching calls with information and advice tailored to each individuals health and fitness goals. The health coach will use their extensive knowledge along with health surveys and food diaries to guide you through the program. The program covers a range of topics including: setting healthy goals nutrition and diet advice advice on lowering alcohol consumption developing better sleep patterns stress management managing diabetes taking care of your body managing your weight and maintaining a healthy heart Program Exercise Resource Exercise how you like to The program can provide an exercise resource to help participants to exercise the way they like to or provide an opportunity to try something that’s different than the usual. Resources can take the form of: Assistance with the cost of a gym or pool membership or Provide a piece of exercise equipment for use at home or Provide assistance with accessing new exercise or training gear Registering Your Interest Registering your interest or checking eligibility is easy. Simply visit http://www.veteranshearthealth.com.au/eligibility/ and follow the steps. Or please call the program phone number 1300 246 262 at any time to speak to one of our team. All participants then need to get a medical clearance form provided by the program completed by their GP before starting the program. To learn more about the program visit our website http://www.veteranshearthealth.com.au or contact the program on 1300 246 262.
06.01.2022 RAEMUS Rover is supported by RSL Queensland in Bowen from Fri 4 to Sat 6 Sep this year. Support to activities like this is one of the ways the league fulfills our charitable objectives. They provide opportunity for like-minded individuals to stay connected, perpetuate mateship, and advance positive social experiences. If you are interested in adrenaline and motor sport, grab a buddy and get connected with this crew. #preventionthroughconnection
04.01.2022 There was a time when some clients might get diverted to a 'generalist' helpline after hours. Since April though, Veteran specialist on-call counsellors available 24/7. Well done Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling. Keeps getting better and better.
03.01.2022 Please tag or share with family and friends to ensure those that qualify are aware of their entitlement....
02.01.2022 Meet Doreen her story VP 75
02.01.2022 The network of Ex-Service Organisations (ESO) supporting the welfare of veterans and their families in Townsville is far reaching. Many of us are represented and connected across several groups. Please share this funding opportunity with other ESO you are involved in. https://volunteeringqld.org.au/grants/dss2020
02.01.2022 Townsville RSL congratulates two recent Australia Day Award recipients and commends their dedication to the charitable objectives of the league and to veteran wellbeing. At the North Queensland District Dinner, Bill Whitburn OAM State Vice President RSL Qld Branch and Garry Player District President- RSL North Queensland District, presented the following Australia Day Awards: Joycelyn Bennetts was awarded the Australia Day Certificate and silver medallion. Joycelyn Benn...etts received this award for her outstanding for her leadership and commitment that she has displayed over the years to Barcaldine RSL Sub Branch. Even after the death of her beloved husband, she has soldiered on. It is the Districts belief that without her leadership and dedication and her organisation abilities the Sub Branch in Barcaldine would not exist. Allan Petersen was awarded the Australia Day Certificate and bronze medallion. Allan Peterson, Home Hill Sub Branch for the dedication and commitment that he has displayed during his time as a committee member. He has been instrumental in the planning and orchestration of the upgrading of the Home Hill War Memorial and he is a worthy recipient of the Bronze Medal. See more
