Burnett Heads Memorial Park Committee

04/11/2026

Join us on Remembrance Day 11 November at 10:45am for the 11am service. Afterwards the Pastor from Salvation Army, Melissa, will bless our Community Memorial Mosaic, newly installed in the Memorial Park.

03/11/2026

Remembrance Day 11 November, join us for the 11am service.

Today we remember Flight Sergeant Stanley Hodge who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal Awarded for his bravery flying over Berlin.
He was subsequently captured and listed as presumed dead until listed as a POW. in 1945 toward the end of war he was released and returned home to Australia.

What a relief this would have been for his waiting family in Burnett Heads.

Lest we forget.

01/11/2026

It's Remembrance Day on 11 November, and today we honour the service of a local, Lance Corporal Kevin Schleger Q71790/QX43875, who joined the WWII efforts aged 21 years, 9 months serving in the 113 General Transport Company and listed his Next Of Kin (NOK) as his father, Alphonso.
Kevin signed up on the 1 Dec 1942 and was discharged on this day, 7 Nov in 1945.
Schleger Street in Burnett Heads is named after this veteran’s family.

31/10/2026

Remembering our local Servicemen and Servicewomen

As Remembrance Day approaches, our community comes together to honor the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served and continue to serve in defense of our freedom. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by countless men and women during times of war, conflict, and peacekeeping missions. Remembrance Day is not only a time to remember those who gave their lives but also to acknowledge the enduring legacy of their service. It is a moment to express our gratitude to veterans, current service members, and their families, whose contributions have shaped the freedoms we enjoy today.

28/10/2026

Working or in school on Remembrance Day? Here are some resources you can use to ensure no one forgets to pause at 11am in respect for our veterans

Access Remembrance Day resources for services, workplaces and communities.

26/10/2026

Do you know a Vietnam veteran? They may have family who could access this bursary

Just one week left to get your 2027 Long Tan Bursary application in ⏳

Children and grandchildren of a Vietnam veteran planning to pursue higher education in 2027 could be eligible for funds of up to $12,000 over three years to assist with the cost of higher education.

We encourage you to share this opportunity amongst your networks.

👉Applications close 31 October 2026👈

AVCAT - Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust

To apply, visit the link in the comments below ⬇️

21/10/2026

Join us for Remembrance Day this year
Lest we forget.

19/10/2026

Mosaic meaning. The White poppies in the Community Memorial Mosaic are a symbol of remembrance and peace.

Bundaberg News-Mail (Qld. : 1942 - 1961), Saturday 15 June 1946, page 4

BURNETT HEADS
Final Welcome Home
The hall was filled to capacity when the Welcome Home Committee celebrated Victory Day with a final welcome home to the men of the district who had answered the call to the colours.
The first part of the evening was devoted to dancing, after which all sat down to a well-laden supper
The Loyal toast was proposed by the chairman. Cr. J. H. Zunker.
A silent toast was then honoured in memory of the men and women who had paid the supreme sacrifice.
The toast "Our Guests” was proposed by Cr. P. Courtice (Chairman of the Woongarra Shire. He stated that 37 men had enlisted from the Burnett Heads area and he was thankful to say that all had returned safely.
UPHELD TRADITIONS
The men and women of the 2nd A.I.F. had worthily upheld the traditions of the 1st A.I.F. At El Ala-mein, Tobruk. Benghazi, Syria and Greece they had upheld the honour of Australia's fighting men. Back to Australia they came and then on to New Guinea. They then went across New Guinea through the Islands across to Borneo and Malaya to the rescue of their comrades of the 8th Division. During all this time they were backed up by the Australian Navy and Air Force. Suffering and privation were their lot but they carried on without flinching until finally victory crowned their efforts and Australian soldiers with sections of the British and American armies were taking part in the occupation of Japan.
The toast was responded to on behalf of his comrades by Mr. Lex Chalmers.
MANY HONOURED
Other toasts were: "Navy, Army and Air Force," proposed by Cr. P Mittelheuser and responded to by Mr. Jack Chenery: “The Parents." by Mr. W. Zunker, responded to by Mr. H. Ricketts; “Burnett Heads Welcome Home Committee.’ Mr Frank Crossett. responded to by Cr J. H. Zunker, "Burnett Heads Progress Association.’ Mr. A. Schleger responded to by Mr. W. Zunker, “Ladies’ Catering Committee.' Mr George Crossett, responded to by Mrs. Somerville; '’The Chairman " by Mr. A. Schleger.
Each of the 37 guests received a monetary gift.
The Burnett Heads Farewell and Welcome Home Commitee has now written finis to its activities. It was formed in 1940 and has functioned without a break ever since.
During the evening Miss Marge Rowlands and Mr. J. Lumsden rendered songs and Miss Thelma Kelly gave a display of tap dancing. Mrs. Kelly’s orchestra supplied the dance music and Mrs. Kelly accompanied the singers.