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The Returned and Services League has been dedicated to helping its Service Personnel and Veterans and their families since 1916.

23/05/2026

Don’t ever let anyone tell you young Australians are not aware or respectful of the service and sacrifice of our Defence Force.

We had the pleasure of visiting North Bondi RSL Club (North Bondi RSL Sub-Branch) this evening as part of a social trip (Go Brumbies!) and the average age of the patrons was very much on the south side of 25.

At 6pm, when the Ode was read, and the Last Post played, every single person stood in respectful silence. Everyone.

14/05/2026

Yesterday afternoon RSL Australian Capital Territory held our AGM and elected a new and larger Executive to lead the Branch, and a mandate for change to modernise how we will operate and support veterans in the Territory.

The road ahead has both hard challenges and exciting opportunities. We are looking for:
✅ Veterans to join as members and take up the mantle, bringing contemporary Service experience and contemporary thinking.
✅ Corporate sponsors or donors who want to provide benefits to our veteran community by supporting our operations and programs.
✅ Veteran Service Organisations who would like to partner as part of being 'Better Together' and 'Borderless' to support veterans.
If any of the above is you, please reach out for a chat by messaging this page.

12/05/2026

Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Warrant Officer Class Two Lachlan Muddle, Special Air Service Regiment, who died in a training incident in Jervis Bay, New South Wales on 11 May 2026.

A tragic reminder that there are no easy days in the service of your country.

Lest we forget.

If anyone in the veteran community needs support, please reach out to Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling on 1800 011 046 or Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14.

11/05/2026

Calling Female Veterans in the ACT!

RSL Australian Capital Territory is searching for a female veteran or veterans to join our Executive as part of our leadership team and provide your insights and guidance for veteran support issues in the Territory.

Regardless of your Service, rank, and length of service your contributions will be valued and HEARD at the highest levels of the Branch and help us to drive renewal and growth within the veterans sector in the ACT. We are specifically seeking a female veteran to ensure this critical part of our community is represented in every forum.

If you are interested or know of someone who might be please comment below or message the page and we will respond as soon as possible.

28/04/2026

It was Anzac Day everywhere, and the Port Moresby Sub Branch of the Returned and Services League of Australia supported services across the Islands of Papua New Guinea.

Thanks you to Susan McCrade and others who contributed photos and to all who volunteered their time and efforts for these and other services.

24/04/2026

After the March at the Australian War Memorial come on down to the Mercure Canberra for a chat, a drink of your choice and to make a donation to the Anzac Day Appeal to help support veterans in the ACT.

20/04/2026

Thanks to Mercure Canberra, the RSL ACT Branch team will be hosting a marquee on Anzac Day in the Olims Carpark. This will be an opportunity for people to support the RSL through purchasing merchandise, joining as a member or just having a chat.

Thank you to the Mercure Team and we look forward to seeing everyone there.

16/04/2026

If you're in Canberra and chasing some bargains at the Canberra Outlet Center in Fyshwick why not swing by the RSL ACT Branch stand, have a chat to our volunteers about what we do and maybe pick up a commemorative pin to help support veterans in our nation's capital.

We are there until Sunday afternoon and can highly recommend the food court also.

Thank you to the Canberra Outlet for hosting us all of this week and for your support of Anzac Day and our veterans.

15/04/2026

Looking for something different this Anzac Day? Veteran band ' Alpha' is performing at the Burns Club in Canberra from 7:30pm.

From the band:

"From the barracks to the bandstand—our line-up features veterans with 141 years of service between us. We know what this day means, and we’re bringing that spirit to the stage.

A special invitation to our brothers and sisters in arms: To all current and former service men and women, we want to see you front and centre at the Burns Club from 7:30pm. It’s an evening for us to gather, remember, and enjoy some great tunes in the best company."

13/04/2026

RSL ACT Branch welcomes today's announcement of senior leadership changes in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), to take effect from July 2026.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Vice Admiral Mark Hammond AO RAN on his appointment as Chief of the Defence Force, LTGEN Susan Coyle AM, CSC, DSM on her appointment as Chief of Army, and Rear Admiral Matthew Buckley AM CSC RAN on his appointment as Chief of Navy.

We also acknowledge the distinguished service and lifelong dedication of the outgoing Chief of the Defence Force, Admiral David Johnston AC RAN, and Chief of Army, Lieutenant General Simon Stuart AO DSC and their families.

Address

1/18 Whyalla Street Fyshwick
Canberra, ACT
2609

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 3:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 3:30pm
Thursday	9am - 3:30pm

Website

http://actrsl.org.au/

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