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As an important and valued part of the total Club Movement, we are committed to a strong and united voice for clubs through our peak body, ClubsNSW.

11/06/2026

What does a Gallipoli Scholarship look like in real life?

For Chelsea Rosewarne, it looks like a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at ACU, an Army Reserves officer appointment, a Life Saving Victoria Gold Medallion, and a King Scout Award. All of this, while also honouring the service of her great-grandfather, Edwin William Rosewarne, who served in the RAAF in WW2.

Chelsea was one of three scholars supported by our Veterans Benevolent Fund Ltd at this year's Gallipoli Scholarship Awards which was a night celebrating 30 years of backing the descendants of Australian and New Zealand veterans through education.

67 scholarships were awarded this year, which was a new record. Three of those were supported directly by the Veterans Benevolent Fund.

None of it happens without clubs. So, if yours is in a position to contribute to the VBF, we'd love to hear from you. Based on your membership, we can suggest an annual contribution that works for your club.

To get involved or to discuss a pledge, contact [email protected] directly.

02/06/2026

We are pleased to announce that Brad Smith has stepped into the role of Acting Chief Executive Officer while Margot Smith has commenced maternity leave, returning in mid-February 2027.

Over his time with the Association, Brad has demonstrated a strong commitment to our member clubs, the club industry and the communities we serve, including through his leadership of initiatives such as the Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge and a range of member engagement programs.

Brad looks forward to working closely with the Board, member clubs and corporate partners to continue strengthening and advocating for our industry during this important period.

On behalf of the entire Association, we extend our congratulations and best wishes to Margot and her growing family as they begin this wonderful new chapter.

31/05/2026

The Veterans Benevolent Fund has raised over $2.1 million to connect clubs with veterans services organisations across NSW, and the momentum continues.

With a growing number of supporters, we aim to raise $350,000 per year, allowing us to reach over $1million on a triennial basis and provide funding certainty for the programs we support. We're now in Year 1 of a new three-year pledge.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽?
Based on your membership, we can suggest an annual contribution to the Veterans Benevolent Fund. To get involved or to discuss a pledge, DM us directly.

Defence Community Dogs The Younger Heroes Saltwater Veterans Frontline Labs Australian War Memorial Gallipoli Scholarship

27/05/2026

For 19 years, the Spirit of Anzac Awards have recognised the people and clubs who carry the ANZAC legacy forward.

This year, nominations are open across four award categories:

🏆 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗰 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: recognising a club that has led with purpose, served its community and honoured the ANZAC tradition with action.

🏆 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: for the individual who goes further than their role requires and whose service makes a genuine difference.

🏆 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗼𝗸𝗼𝗱𝗮 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: celebrating a young leader who walked the Track and brought what they learned home.

🏆 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗯𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗩𝗖 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 (𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲): honouring a leader who demonstrated Courage, Endurance, Mateship and Sacrifice when it mattered most.

Every club in our movement has someone who deserves recognition. Every committee has seen leadership that should be celebrated.

Nominations close Friday July 17th, 2026. For the first time, submissions are online and open now: https://www.rslservicesclubs.com.au/eventdetails/39841/19th-annual-spirit-of-anzac-awards

sponsored by Thomson Geer

22/05/2026

Patsy Edwards OAM has been recognised with the 2026 ANZAC of the Year Award, honouring her extraordinary commitment to veterans, service personnel and the broader community over more than 50 years of military and voluntary service.

A Director of the RSL & Services Clubs Association and long-serving Honorary Secretary of the Gosford RSL sub-Branch for 24 years, Patsy has dedicated her life to supporting veterans and preserving the spirit of service and remembrance. Her ongoing commitment also includes service on the Standby Army Reserve List and leadership in veteran welfare and commemorative activities across the Central Coast.

Patsy’s lasting contribution extends beyond commemorations, playing a key role in establishing the Broadwater Day Club, helping create opportunities for connection, support and wellbeing for veterans and their families.

Her recognition as a 2026 ANZAC of the Year recipient reflects a lifetime of quiet dedication, compassion and leadership, and highlights the enduring impact she continues to make within the veteran and wider community.

Please join us in congratulating Patsy on this well-deserved recognition.

14/05/2026

That's a wrap on the 2026 Gaming & Leadership Conference! Day 2 in Penrith delivered everything we hoped for and more.

We heard from Trent Sutton on cutting through the AI noise with real, practical marketing strategies clubs can use today. The Regulators Panel gave delegates a rare, direct line to the people shaping our industry's future. Matthew Hassan from Westpac delivered a sharp economic outlook and the context every Club leader needs heading into the next 12 to 24 months.

And closing out the conference in the most powerful way possible, Dan Fortune. Twice awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, he left us with one challenge: show up every day as a better version of yourself. Be better than your best.

A heartfelt thank you to every speaker, panellist and delegate who made these two days so worthwhile. Especially to our incredible partners who made it all possible IGT, Asahi Beverages, Lion, Treasury Wine Estates, De Bortoli Wines, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Campari Group, Hennessy Coffee, Warren Saunders Insurance Brokers and Paynter Dixon.

See you all back in 2027. 👏 Leagues Clubs Australia

13/05/2026

The 2026 Gaming & Leadership Conference jointly presented with Leagues Clubs Australia hit the ground running in Penrith yesterday with MC James Bracey steering a standout lineup of speakers and panels.

Just a fraction of the highlights included a keynote from Simon Kuestenmacher on demographic trends shaping the future of clubs, a frank political landscape briefing from SECNewgate with NSW State Elections on the horizon, plus deep dives into gaming tech, beverage trends, workplace wellbeing and AML/CTF compliance.

The conversations didn't stop when the sessions did. Last night’s Cocktail Reception brought our Clubs together for exactly the kind of connection that makes this conference special.

None of it happens without our amazing partners. Thank you to IGT, Asahi Beverages, Lion, Treasury Wine Estates, DeBortoli Wines, CocaColaEP, Campari Group, Hennessy Coffee, Warren Saunders Insurance and Paynter Dixon.

Back at it today for Day 2.

06/05/2026

Last week's tour to Canberra brought together club supporters of The Last Post Livestream partnership with The Australian War Memorial.

The Tour opened at the Australian War Memorial, where guests explored the newly redeveloped Anzac Hall and Atrium, which will host our cocktail reception at the 25th Annual Conference later this year.

The Last Post Ceremony, honouring Norman Ivor Heard, was a standout moment. Held daily at the Memorial, it commemorates an individual who served our country, recognising the service and sacrifice of all Australians. Through the support of our members, our partnership helps ensure these stories continue to be shared.

Day two offered members a rare behind-the-scenes look at the Treloar Storage Facility and the Memorial's extensive collection, getting up close and personal with the old rigs while swapping stories with AWM’s guides.

Thank you to everyone who made this experience possible, and to our members who joined us.

30/04/2026

This Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, we encourage Clubs across NSW to take part in 𝙋𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮 – 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙗𝙨 𝙎𝙖𝙮 𝙉𝙤 𝙩𝙤 𝘿𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙑𝙞𝙤𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚, a powerful industry-wide show of support for safer communities and respectful relationships. 💜

Taking place on Friday 8 May, Purple Friday is an opportunity for our industry to unite and make a visible stand against domestic violence.

As places where current and ex-serve personnel, their families and the broader community come together, Clubs have an important role to play in raising awareness, fostering respectful relationships and driving positive change.

We invite your club to turn purple. You can register to be part of this meaningful initiative, here: https://go.clubsnsw.com.au/RegisterYourClubforPurpleFriday

29/04/2026

The 2026 Gaming & Leadership Conference is two weeks away, and for club leaders across NSW, it's the most important two days in the first half of the year.

This program brings together an exceptional lineup of keynote speakers, industry experts and regulatory leaders, all focused on one thing: equipping your club for a resilient future.

🎤 Simon Kuestenmacher: demographer and one of Australia's sharpest minds on the social and economic trends reshaping our future

🎤 Matthew Hassan: bringing critical economic insights your club needs to navigate what's ahead

🎤 Brigadier Dan Fortune: leadership under pressure, resilience and what it truly means to navigate through disruption

Final registrations are open. Secure your spot: https://www.rslservicesclubs.com.au/news-insights/events/

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Freshwater, NSW
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