Veterans Australia NT in Bees Creek | Non-profit organisation

Veterans Australia NT

Locality: Bees Creek

Phone: +61 414 511 952

Address: 135 Bees Creek Road 0835 Bees Creek, NT, Australia

Website: https://Www.veteransaustraliant.org.au

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25.01.2022 #OTD Ordinary Sailor Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean, VC, MiD Today we pause to remember the heroic efforts of Ordinary Sailor Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean, who performed an a...ct of supreme bravery on the 1st of December 1942 during the Japanese attack on HMAS Armidale off the coast of East Timor. On the 1st of December, HMAS Armidale was conducting a rescue mission near modern day East Timor to evacuate the commands of the 2/2nd Independent Company, a contingent of Dutch troops and over 100 Portuguese civilians. At 1300, Armidale was spotted by five Japanese dive bombers and strafed repeatedly with guns and torpedoes from the dive bombers and escorting Zeros. As the ship began to sink, Teddy, who had been injured during the initial attack, strapped himself into one of the ship’s 20mm Oerlikon anti-aircraft guns and opened fire on the aircraft. Teddy forced one Zero to crash into the sea and damaged at least two others, continuing to fire until he went down with the Armidale. Although nearly half of the crew of Armidale were killed during the attack, his actions are credited with helping save the lives of 49 surviving crew who were able to construct crude lifeboats out of the wreckage. In recognition of his bravery and heroism, he was posthumously Mentioned in Despatches. In 1999, a RAN Collins Class submarine was named after him it was the first ship in the Navy to bear the name of a sailor (HMAS Choules is the only other). On the 10th of August 2020, Teddy was formally recommended to receive the Victoria Cross for Australia, 78 years after his death. On the 1st of December 2020, his family was awarded his VC, making him the first Australian in the Royal Australian Navy to be awarded the VC. Lest we forget. --------------------------------------------------------------- If you spot an error, please send me a message. Join our group here: https://business.facebook.com/groups/2626189084317964

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21.01.2022 #OTD - Corporal Reginald Hillier, MiD, KIA Today we pause to remember the life and service of 42774 Corporal Reginald Hedley Hillier, MiD, who was killed in act...ion on the 29th of November 1965 whilst serving in South Vietnam. Originally from the Northern Territory, Reg was the only Territorian to die in active service in the Vietnam War. In June 1965, Reg accompanied 1RAR to Vietnam as a section commander in B Company. On the 29th of November that year he was tragically killed in action whilst directing fire against three Vietcong machine-gunners and riflemen across a river. Reg was participating in a joint US-Australian operation search and destroy sweep near the Vo Xu Village, approximately 65 north east of Saigon. The village had been taken with little opposition, but towards the end of the operation a group of Vietcong, estimated at company size, on the opposite side of the river opened fire on Corporal Hillier and his section. Reg immediately directed his men to return fire but early in the exchange he was hit in the neck by several bullets. The enemy position was ultimately silenced by artillery fire but Reg was unfortunately killed during the exchange. Remembered as a popular and proud Territorian, Reg was only 26 at the time of his death. For his bravery that day he was subsequently Mentioned in Despatches. Lest we forget. --------------------------------------------------------------- If you spot an error, please send me a message. Join our group here: https://business.facebook.com/groups/2626189084317964

19.01.2022 Yes, have tested this as an advocate and response was less than a minute to talk to a human.

18.01.2022 Posted from another site - Thanks Troy Simmonds for these reassuring words As WA State President of SAS Assoc, I was invited to the beret presentation at the SASR barracks yesterday. I went with a little apprehension after the previous days announcements.... The VIPs attending included Chief of Army Rick Burr, SOCAUST and Deputy SOCAUST, Brig Brett Chaloner Comd 13 Bde (former SASR Tp Commander) and Peter Fitzpatrick Nat Chairman of SAS Assoc. It was a very well run and moving event. It was held in the gym and the 13 new members were presented their berets by SASR veterans from selections from different decades. The audience including their families and the entire Regiment at the back. The mood was pride and moving forward, rather than focusing on less pleasant issues. For the first time, each bloke was presented with a hand made knife made by Ross Jones. It was a great initiative. After the presentation, Chief of Army and former CO SASR Rick Burr had a chat to me. He wanted to pass on his concern for the veterans and SAS Assoc members after the IGADF announcements. He was very conscious that for many SAS vets, the revelations are a great shock, very distressing and frustrating. I asked him about 2 SQN being struck off and he confirmed that it had been a compromise from even more extreme disbanding or restructure of the entire unit. The gravity of some of the allegations involving the SQN in 2012 demanded a public action such as this. He understood how much this would distress 2 SQN vets and said as a former 2SQN OC he felt the same. He did say that although it is hard now, the changes also presented great opportunity for the unit. Funds for restructure in the wake of this would flow in for the unit to expand capabilities in areas they have been wanted to go for a long time. The replacement for 2 SQn would be new capabilities and exciting career prospects for members. Speaking to the CO and operators left me with a feeling of optimism. There was no sense of deflation, but rather a focus on the future . They wanted this matter to be settled and for justice to be done so they could move on. I spoke to a lot of 2 SQN blokes and the majority were philosophical about losing 2 SQN and keen to explore opportunities in other SQNs. I left the event feeling uplifted and confident in the new generation and future directions of the unit. Mistakes may have been made by a few people 8 years ago but the focus was on operational focus, pursuit of excellence, humility and doing what the people of Australia pay for and expect SASR to do See more

17.01.2022 More photos from the Volunteering Awards evening

16.01.2022 Another successful Veterans Health Week Activity. A group of us went and explored the Defence of Darwin experience. And were given a great insight into Bombing of Darwin by Norm Cramp, Museum Director. Enjoyed a great lunch at Silks following. Missed you there Patricia Seddon and Marty. Thanks all for coming along

14.01.2022 Lucky enough to be on this list!

13.01.2022 Peter very happy with his Jackpot Joker win this afternoon - $1950 Well done and thanks to everyone who bought tickets this round. Thanks to Coolalinga Tavern for their support - ALL funds raised go to supporting ADF veterans and their families.

12.01.2022 *****CRIME IN THE RURAL AREA***** Don't forget to attend the Community meeting this Saturday 21st November at the Vietnam Vets Hall, 135 Bees Creek Road, 9.30am.... Like others within our community I have been vocal about the increased criminal activity in our area and I'll keep fighting for our community. I've written to the two responsible Minister's, and spoken with Police, who advised they would increase patrols in the rural area. I've invited the Minister's to the meeting organised at the Vietnam Vets Hall. I understand that other rural MLA's have invited Council and I thank all involved for arranging this second community meeting. @Donna Roos The Government need to deal seriously with youth crime across the Territory and I won't stop standing up for the community and working to hold the Government to account. I've also been making myself available roadside, where several residents have stopped and provided me with information to try to address the issue. I am happy to meet with anyone to hear their concerns and welcome a call anytime on 0407 806 819 or drop in to my electorate office at the Howard Springs shops. See you all on Saturday.

10.01.2022 Everyone welcome. Come along, have a chat an a sang and maybe even catch a barra.

06.01.2022 Neil Bond presented with a Medal Frame for his uncle - Reg Hillier - by President Bob Shewring

01.01.2022 'Support The Troops' Christmas care packages are in the post and on their way overseas!