Cohuna-Leitchville RSL Sub-Branch

30/04/2026

RSL Victoria
Today marks the 51st anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War (30 April 1975), when North Vietnamese forces took control of the Presidential Palace in Saigon.
The war started in 1955. Australia joined with the US and other allies in 1962, remaining in country until 1973.
During this period, nearly 60,000 Australians from all three services served in Vietnam.
523 personnel died as a result of the war, and around 3,000 were wounded.
Many of those who returned suffered both physical and mental health issues, which still impact them today.
Their service and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Lest we forget.

25/04/2026

Leitchville Primary School.
Yesterday students, staff and the broader community gathered at school for our ANZAC Day commemorative service to pay tribute to those who have served our county. In attendance was Bob Craig, who was principal when the 'lone pine tree' was planted at the school. This tree was grown from the seeds collected from the lone pine in Gallipoli. Thanks Bob for sharing the story of that important moment in our schools history.
Thanks to Trevor and the members of the
RSL for attending our service and thanks to Glenn for playing the Last Post and Reveille.
Today, some students attended services across Leitchville and Cohuna. Thank you

25/04/2026

Cohuna Consolidated School 6211
CCS remembers & recognises the personal sacrifice of all those who served Australia in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
This morning we were so very proud of the approximately 55 students across all grade levels, who joined staff members and marched this morning to honour our servicemen and women past & present. It was also wonderful to see other CCS students marching with other community groups and the many faces of students in the crowd who came to watch the March and attend the service with their families. Lest We Forget.

25/04/2026

COHUNA/LEITCHVILLE RSL SUB-BRANCH ANZAC SERVICE 25.04.2026
A large crowd attended both the Dawn and morning services this morning. The Bendigo Pipe Band lead the March with the Catafalque Party, local Police, Cohuna Fire Brigade, veterans & families and school children following into the Memorial Park. President Trevor Powis opened the service with Speakers from the Police, Shire, Cons. School and singers John Doyle and Rachel Warren all participating. Wreaths were laid from many community organisations, schools, churches & private individuals. On completion of the service Trevor invited everyone back to the RSL rooms for a light lunch.

24/04/2026

ANZAC Service conducted by Cohuna Secondary College school captains : Broaden Wishart & Joellie Mathers , this afternoon. Members of the Cohuna Leitchville RSL were in attendance. Wreaths were laid at the memorial under the Lone Pine tree, which the RSL originally presented to the school, by house captains: Taylor Lacy, Jorja Easton, Miley Anset and Zeohen Hensley. Broaden & Joellie gave the address thanking the indigenous and all service men & women for their contribution to their effort in the defence of our country.
Afterwards RSL members were invited to join the students for a light lunch. Thank you & Congratulations to the college and students for your presentation of the ANZAC commemoration.

23/04/2026

Cohuna/Leitchville RSL President Trevor Powis - ANZAC Service Cohuna Consolidated School this morning.
Service conducted and Wreaths made and laid by students. “Lest We Forget”

23/04/2026

This Saturday, ANZAC Day, we as nation have the opportunity to respectfully honour and remember the courage, sacrifice, and service of the men and women who have served our country in times of war and peace.
It is a time to reflect on the true cost of conflict, support veterans and their families, and ensure that future generations continue to understand the importance of remembrance.
Coming together as a community at dawn or during local services helps keep the spirit of mate ship, respect, and gratitude alive.
Lest we forget. 🌺

20/04/2026

18/04/2026

Ian Coates - Manager - proudly shows us :
the Winning Edinburgh Shield Banner