RSL WA Mount Hawthorn Sub-Branch

02/09/2026

Jack Le Cras, who turned 100 yrs this week, is well-known to many people in RSL and NAA circles. At age 19 yrs, he witnessed the formal surrender of the Japanese aboard the USS Missouri. During his long life, he has organised countless commemorative services in both the City of Wanneroo and the City of Stirling over the decades, to make sure Australian veterans who died in combat were never forgotten. Lovely to see him honoured by the City of Wanneroo as a "Keeper of the Keys" for his life of service to others. He is pictured here with Wanneroo Mayor, Linda Aitken and Deputy Mayor, Paul Miles.

28/08/2026

Our next "Cuppa Club" outing will be at the Mid-Century Cafe on Saturday 12 September at 10:30am. The cafe is located on the corner of Michael Street & Knight Avenue, Yokine. If ever you wanted to be transported back to the 1950s, then this is the place for you! If there are no parking bays vacant, street parking is permitted. Come and enjoy great company over fab coffee and delicious cake!

20/08/2026

20/08/2026

Message to RSL Members from RSL WA State President, Duncan Anderson:

RSL Australia has taken a formal position against the $5000 Cap to Allied Health Services. Of significance, 10 other veteran organisations co-signed this position presenting a united front on this significant challenge. This has been communicated to all stakeholders, including the Federal Government.

The combined position demonstrates a sector that is responding to a challenge posed by the Royal Commission into Defence and Veterans Su***de. The Royal Commission noted the disaggregated nature of the sector with multiple competing priorities. Led by RSL Australia, the combined position is clear evidence of alignment on major issues. Along with many others, I remain optimistic about the future of the sector in continuing to advocate for veterans and their families.

18/08/2026

A big "Thank You" to City of Vincent Mayor, Alison Xamon, and her team for hosting today's event honoring those who served in the Vietnam War. A great morning of stories shared over a lovely morning tea. Lest we forget.

08/08/2026

05/08/2026

The lighting upgrade at Axford Park was officially turned on tonight by Mayor Alison Xamon and Patrick Gorman, MP. The trees were highlighted in red, pink, blue, purple and green hues, whilst the war memorial now stands out beautifully at nighttime. Axford Park now looks a lot more friendly at night!

05/08/2026

04/08/2026

Calling all Australian military Veterans and serving Members living in the City of Vincent! You are invited to a Mayoral Morning Tea hosted by the City of Vincent on Tuesday 18 August at 10am. This event will honour all those who served in Vietnam and commemorate those who lost their lives. To RSVP, contact the City's Community Development Team on Tel: 08 9273 6000 or by email: [email protected]

06/05/2026

Did you know Australia sent soldiers to Britain to cut timber for the war effort - and that on their way home, some 600 of them marched through Times Square? 🪵🪓

This photograph shows Australian foresters from the 3rd Forestry Company in New York on 30 September 1943, while returning from service in Britain.

According to newspaper reports, Australian and New Zealand forestry troops marched down Broadway to City Hall for a civic luncheon, escorted by bands and more than 500 police.

They were treated to a New York Yankees v Chicago White Sox baseball game, a dinner at the 7th Regiment Armory, and visits to Wall Street, the Stage Door Canteen musical, and the Ice Capades at Madison Square Garden.

The Newcastle Sun reported that it was the first time in 25 years that Australian soldiers had marched in New York. Later accounts suggested that this may have been the first time since independence that armed foreign soldiers had been allowed to march in an American city.

The Sun reported that one of the strongest impressions New York left on the men was the blaze of electric lights and neon signs after wartime blackout conditions in Britain.