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25.01.2022 16 Mar 2020 2:23 PM AEST - Chester release - Health and Stimulus packages support veteran community MEDIA RELEASE Monday, 16 March 2020...Continue reading

24.01.2022 Morning All, Trojans trek is looking for a few good men. If you have a client who maybe interested in attending please pass this on to them. Below is a short description of the trek. Trojans Trek is a peer led, wilderness based program. The next trek is in the Flinders Ranges 13-18th September. Please note trek is that in the mind. We introduce participants to the idea of examining their way of thinking, their beliefs and values - potentially leading to alternate and health...ier set of behaviour and coping mechanisms. Brendon Barry is facilitator on the trek along with being the point of contact (along with one other bloke, Paul Wilton from SA). The trek in South Australia is for male defence and frontline service veterans who over the period of their career have been impacted by trauma and/or chronic stress. This upcoming trek initially was aimed at those who worked on the firefront at the start of the year however due to COVID and travel restrictions we have opened it back up to all veterans. Check out www.trojanstrek.com for more information. Please feel free to share the link to the website and this email to any and all. If you or anyone would like to participate on the trek please have them contact Brendon Barry on 0419 384 214. Thanks Nathan, Nathan Ross Community and Peer Advisor Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling Tel: (08) 8241 4500 MOB: 0436 948 526 www.OpenArms.gov.au | [cid:[email protected]] A service founded by Vietnam veterans, now for all veterans

24.01.2022 RSL-SA/NT South Australia is pleased to announce the re-commencement of The Signal magazine in digital format using this link: https://bit.ly/30Bmkqe Regards, The Signal Team. RSL-SA/NT Torrens Training Depot, Victoria Drive, Adelaide SA 5000 Ph: (08) 8100 7300 [email protected]

23.01.2022 WWII veteran Rena Pascoe receives a 75th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Certificate from Walkerville RSL President, Norm Coleman OAM. The Certificate recognises with gratitude Renas service in WWII and is co-signed by the Premier of SA and the President of SA RSL. Well done and thank you Rena!

22.01.2022 2RARA-SA Occasional News -March 2020 Contents: The Battalion CO Lt Colonel Judd Finger CSC The late Colonel (Retd) Barry Peterson MC AM...Continue reading

22.01.2022 A message from the President and Committee of the Walkerville RSL: We are continuing to monitor the restrictions status here in SA with an intent to re-open the Walkerville RSL as soon as it is feasible to do so, and at this stage we are looking to reopen in early July. During this period your committee has been busy with a series of on-going refurbishments of the club rooms, including painting the inside of the Hall and shortly the outside of the premises; a new automatic s...liding entry door; new bar furniture; and we are advanced with plans to completely overhaul the kitchen area. We trust that when we can reopen the club for bar and dining services you will enjoy the new amenities. We will continue to keep you apprised.

22.01.2022 We're Open Again This Friday! Your Walkerville RSL will be open as normal for lunch this Friday. Step into the cool and enjoy a BBQ lunch and our full bar facilities. See you from 11:30 AM

21.01.2022 The Sub Branch re-opens on Friday 31st January, 2020, which will include the monthly Latin and Ballroom evening dance. Sunday Arvo Jazz will commence Sunday 23rd February, 2020. Wishing you all a safe and happy Christmas

20.01.2022 2RARA-SA Occasional News -April ANZAC 2020 ANZAC Day Light Up The Dawn Please Wear A Sprig Of Rosemary In Private Observance. (ANZAC is represented by a sprig of Rosemary from the clifftops of Gallipoli and Remembrance Day is represented by a Poppy.)...Continue reading

20.01.2022 This coming Friday 14th. August the Walkerville RSL Sub Branch at 98 Walkerville Terrace, Walkerville will remember the 75th. Anniversary of VP (Victory in the Pacific) Day on Saturday 15th. August during the Stand Fast incorporating the Ode, which will be at 1230hrs. VP Day, also referred to as VJ (Victory over Japan) Day, is celebrated on the 15th. August. This date commemorates Japans acceptance of the Allied demand for unconditional surrender on the 14th. August 19...45. For Australians, it meant that World War 11 was finally over. The following day, 15 August, was gazetted by the Australian Government as a public holiday being generally referred to as VP Day. Vice President Richard Trotman-Dickenson AM will give a brief overview of World War 11 ahead of the Stand Fast which will include the Ode and One Minutes Silence. One of a dwindling number of remaining World War 11 veterans, 99 year old Mrs Rena Pascoe (ex RAAF) will recite the Ode as a poignant tribute to all who served both in Australia and overseas during World War 11 and in particular, the 27,000 plus who died on active service. Mrs Pascoe, a well known resident of the general Walkerville community and longtime member of the Walkerville RSL Sub Branch, is a living memory of a unique piece of Australian World War 11 military history. As a wireless radio operator, should Australia and its allies, in particular the United States navy, have lost the Battle of the Coral Sea in 1942 and Australia then being in imminent threat of invasion, she was on standby to send out the invasion code signal, MXY 550. Fortunately, with victory in the Coal sea, this never had to be sent. The other surviving Sub Branch World War 11 member, 96 year old Flt Sergeant David Jarvis (ex RAAF) saw active service in New Guinea as a radio operator in a DC-3 (biscuit bomber), particularly during the Battle of Milne Bay in 1942, resupplying Australian troops from the air whilst under direct fire from surrounding Japanese positions. Following the Stand Fast a barbeque meal will be served with full bar facilities available.

18.01.2022 2RARA-SA Occasional News - April 2020 ANZAC Day Light Up the Dawn Community Event 98 year old Mrs Rena Pascoe ex RAAF WW11 Veteran (99 years on the 12th May this year) pictured laying a wreath at the 2019 Walkerville RSLs Dawn Service, will be holding a candle outside her Walkerville home at 0620hrs this ANZAC Day as a vigil in remembrance will you? ...Continue reading

18.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE Thursday, 2 July 2020 VETERANS VIEWS SOUGHT TO SHAPE FUTURE ENGAGEMENT... VETERANS and their families are being asked to provide their views on how the ex-service community is consulted and engaged, and how this can be improved. Minister for Veterans Affairs Darren Chester said the views of the serving and ex-service community are essential as the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) continues to change and to ensure veterans and their families can access the services they need, when they need them. The Government is committed to putting veterans and their families first, and part of this is consulting with the right groups in the ex-service community and seeking a broad range of views on services, support and commemoration, Mr Chester said. Along with DVA, ex-service organisations have played a critical role in supporting veterans and their families for more than 100 years, and this review ensures their changing views and requirements are heard. I encourage all those in the ex-service community to participate and provide their feedback. The National Consultation Framework has been in place since 2009 and is reviewed every three years in consultation with the ex-service community. It aims to facilitate the needs of veterans and their families are voiced and listened to by DVA, through forum structures, membership of various forums, appropriate representation on fora and capacity of member organisations. Repatriation Commissioner Don Spinks, who is responsible for Veteran Engagement at DVA, said everyones suggestions will be heard and will play an important role informing the future consultation model. This review is essential to giving veterans a voice so I encourage everyone in the serving and ex-service community to get involved and have their say, Commissioner Spinks said. Further information on the review, including participating in the survey, is available on the DVA website. They survey will be available until 26 July 2020 with the final report expected to be completed in late 2020. Repatriation Commissioner Don Spinks is available for interview to discuss the National Consultation Framework. Please phone the DVA Media Team 02 6289 6466. ENDS MEDIA CONTACTS: Cedric Szigeti: 02 6277 7820 DVA Media: 02 6289 6466

18.01.2022 Walkerville RSL's oldest member and proud WWII veteran, Rena Pascoe, celebrating a belated 99th birthday party last week. We're all looking forward to the Big One soon!

18.01.2022 The Walkerville RSL is re-opening soon! The Walkerville RSL will reopen for lunch on Friday 3rd July. More details soon. We look forward to seeing you all again in July.

18.01.2022 ANZAC Day 2020 Cancellation

18.01.2022 **Bushfire crisis DVA support for veterans and their families** Dear ESORT members The impact of the bushfires is being felt across the nation, including by members of the veteran and defence communities. Health and safety is the priority during this time, and we encourage Australians to listen to the experts on updates on conditions and how to be prepared.... The ABC, as the national broadcaster, provides up-to-date information on all alerts and warnings. Further information, often live, is also available on a range of state and territory government websites. The Department of Veterans Affairs is providing support to veterans and their families wherever possible, and it is important that members of the veteran and defence communities are aware that they can access a range of services, including the following: The Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment - one-off financial assistance to eligible Australians adversely affected by the bushfires. For more information on eligibility, and how to claim, visit the Department of Human Services website or call 180 22 66. Defence Service Homes Insurance - To lodge a claim or for assistance please contact 1300 552 662 or visit the Defence Service Homes Insurance website. Open Arms counselling support (24/7) veterans and their families requiring emergency counselling support can call 1800 011 046. Crisis payments a one-off payment to financially assist eligible people following a range of defined circumstances. For information about the crisis payments and eligibility please read Factsheet IS121 - Crisis Payments Other assistance DVAs Veterans Access Network (VAN) can be contacted on 1800 555 254 to assist with a wide range of issues, including replacement of aids and appliances, ensuring availability of pharmaceuticals, and arranging transportation to medical appointments. If any other services or support you receive from the Department are impacted by the fires, or if you need extra support in requesting these services, you can call 1800 555 254 for assistance. Mark Cormack Acting Secretary Department of Veterans Affairs 3 January 2020

17.01.2022 Just a quick reminder, while we will be open for lunch today, we will not be open for dinner Friday 3rd July.

16.01.2022 Royal Australian Regiment Association - SA 54th. Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan Tuesday 18th. August, 2020 Lest We Forget...Continue reading

15.01.2022 Lt Commander (Retd) Aarons Matzkows ex RAN - Funeral Poppy Service - 1100hrs on Wednesday 17th. June, 2020 To All, I advise with regret the passing of our former Walkerville RSL member, Lt Commander (Retd) Aaron Matzkows ex RAN, his death and funeral notice being posted in Wednesdays Tiser.... Aarons Funeral Poppy See the source imageService will be conducted 1100hrs on Wednesday 17th. June, 2020 at St Davids Anglican Church, 492 Glynburn Road, Burnside. Following the Service, light food and refreshments will be provided at the Walkerville RSL, 98 100 Walkerville Terrace, Walkerville. Due to Coronavirus gathering requirements, those intending to attend Aarons Service, are requested to confirm their attendance with me by this Friday 12th June, 2020. Regards, Norm Norm Coleman OAM President Walkerville RSL Sub Branch Inc. (RSL Charter granted 7th. December, 1927) 98 - 100 Walkerville Terrace, Walkerville SA 5081 Ph: 8269 7679 M: 0417 817 568 Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/walkervillersl

14.01.2022 Remembrance Day 2020 at the Walkerville Memorial Rose Gardens with No 462 Squadron RAAF forming the Catafalque Party.

14.01.2022 Dear ESORT members, Given the ongoing nature of the bushfires and the impact on many regions, DVA is providing a further update for ESOs. We recognise that the recent bushfires have had a devastating impact on local communities, but it is important that the ongoing support to veterans organisations and the community continues....Continue reading

14.01.2022 ANZAC Day 2020. This unique and quiet ANZAC Day saw wreaths officially laid by the President of the Walkerville RSL Sub-Branch, Mr Norm Coleman OAM, and the Mayor of the Town of Walkerville, Ms Elizabeth Fricker. A Last Post sounded out across the gardens provided by bugler, Mr Geoff Magin, from the Enfield Brass Band.

12.01.2022 Walkerville RSLs oldest member and proud WWII veteran, Rena Pascoe, celebrating a belated 99th birthday party last week. Were all looking forward to the Big One soon!

12.01.2022 Yesterday the President and members of the Walkerville RSL joined with family and friends to farewell our dear departed member, Rena Pascoe, whose funeral was conducted by a RAAF Chaplain at Enfield Memorial Park followed by a wake at the Walkerville RSL. Vale Rena

10.01.2022 Bushfires Across Australia: For those wishing to use their knitting or crocheting skills to assist those burnt, injured and homeless small animals by knitting or crocheting protective pouches, bat wraps, joey pouches, and blankets for homeless koalas, joeys and other native animals affected by the bushfire disaster, please contact Jan Allen... M: 0401 696 596 / E: [email protected] for patterns. Finished items can be left C/- Jan, Walkerville Knitters, Walkerville Library, Walkerville Terrace, Gilberton or direct through Jan. See more

09.01.2022 Queen Elizabeth II has approved the posthumous awarding of the Victoria Cross to WWII hero Edward Teddy Sheean, His Excellency, General the Honourable David John Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of Australia, has announced. This comes after Prime Minister Scott Morrison recommended the Ordinary Seaman be awarded Australias highest military honour. The 18-year-old had less than two years at sea and was serving on the minesweeper HMAS Armidale when it came under heavy ...attack from Japanese aircraft off the coast of what is now Timor-Leste in 1942. Sheean is recorded as helping launch life rafts before returning to his anti-aircraft gun to fire at enemy aircraft that were strafing his shipmates as they floundered in the water, despite the order having been given to abandon ship. Witness accounts from the day have him firing as the ship sank. He was never seen again. The Governor-General said he had relayed the news to Sheeans nephews earlier today, describing it as a momentous occasion for the family. "In my conversations with them, their pride and emotion was very evident," he said. Furthermore, that many Australians had only heard Teddys story for the first time in the last couple of days. "A young man serving his nation who chose certain death over the chance of survival to try to save his mates who were in the water," he said. "Many of us have really been taken back by his courage, his commitment to his mates and his sacrifice. "The story is inspiring and should inspire us all." The Governor General additionally commented that it was an "especially poignant time" with the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II approaching. "In remembering Teddy, acknowledging his service and honouring his courage, we also preserve the legacy of a generation that has served and shaped our nation," with a ceremony to be held in the coming months.

09.01.2022 The Premier of SA, the Honourable Steven Marshall, nearly 99 year old WW11 Veteran Rena Pascoe and Member for Adelaide, the Honourable Rachel Sanderson, following the 2019 AGM at the Walkerville RSL, 13th December, 2019

08.01.2022 Korean War Outbreak On the 25th June, 1950 North Korea invaded South Korea and from June 1950 to July 1953 the Korean Peninsula and the waters around it provided the landscape and seascape for the first war to involve the United Nations. This war inflicted a very personal cost on the Korean people and on the sailors, soldiers and airmen and their families from the nations who came to Korea to help fight Communist aggression.... To remember the cost Australia bore for its participation, the Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Sydney presents this exhibition (refer online) to mark the 70th anniversary of the outbreak that tragic conflict and to commemorate the courage and sacrifice of 17,000 Australians, 339 of whom died on active service and over 1,500 who suffered wounds, during that war. Bradley Manera, Senior historian and curator, ANZAC Memorial, AWM

07.01.2022 Yes! Your Walkerville RSL is reopening this coming Friday 3rd July from 11:30AM. Come and enjoy a BBQ lunch from 12:30PM and see the refurbishments to your club during our quiet period. See you on Friday!

06.01.2022 Due to COVID restrictions, your Walkerville RSL will be closed until further notice. We will open again as soon as we can. Please keep an eye on this Facebook page for further updates on reopening.

05.01.2022 From the Command Post: I refer to the Coronavirus and the various Government enactments introduced to limit its spread and thereby, ultimate containment.... I advise that as a consequence, your committee voted last Friday to cease operations at the Sub Branch, effective immediately. This decision relates to our normal Friday activities and regular hall functions, in addition to our annual ANZAC Day Dawn Service, following ANZAC Day luncheon and afternoon entertainment. (I note that there will be a number of ANZAC Day Dawn Services via TV or streamed live to enable you to participate by viewing from home, a list of these will be confirmed closer to ANZAC Day .) This decision will be reviewed in May in accordance with then Government advice, however I do not anticipate an early re-opening of the Sub Branch. I wish your families and you all the very best in health and life through these very difficult and troubling times; and will keep in contact through regular email bulletins. Please contact me direct regarding any queries you may have regarding the Sub Branch. Regards, Norm Norm Coleman OAM President Walkerville RSL Sub Branch Inc. (RSL Charter granted 7th. December, 1927) 98 - 100 Walkerville Terrace, Walkerville SA 5081 Ph: 8269 7679 M: 0417 817 568 Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/walkervillersl

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02.01.2022 A big thank you to all who attended the President's Dinner at the Walkerville RSL last Saturday evening, where we heard from our very special guest speaker and world renowned cranio-facial surgeon, Professor David David AC. It was a great evening and enjoyed by all.