RSL Tasmania

RSL Tasmania RSL Tasmania. We are an ACNC registered charity and the largest Ex-Service Organisation in Tasmania.

Proudly advocating for Veterans and their families for over 100 years.

MV SOUTHERN EXPLORER ON WATER SKILLS COURSE - OPEN DAY VeteranHub and RSL Tasmania in consortium with Tasmanian Adventur...
16/06/2026

MV SOUTHERN EXPLORER ON WATER SKILLS COURSE - OPEN DAY

VeteranHub and RSL Tasmania in consortium with Tasmanian Adventure Cruises proudly invite you to an open day and familiarisation cruise aboard the MV Southern Explorer on Saturday 4th July sailing at 0930.

Join Rick as he takes you through what they have completed over the last 3 years along with what’s on offer next year, highlighting a variety of products aimed at Veterans, their wellbeing and mental health, all through the On Water Skills Courses.

Join us for a cruise down the river and anchor for a sausage sizzle while you:
• Inspect the vessel.
• Talk to previous course participants
• Find out what is in the pipeline
• Learn how you can help and get involved
• Support Veterans

Please RSVP to Rick Allen by Friday 3rd July
Captain MV Southern Explorer
📱0419 304 500
📩[email protected]

Where to find MV Southern Explorer:
Prince of Wales Bay marina, 20 Bender Drive
Derwent Park (Off Derwent Park Road, just before Incat)
Come through the marina gate, turn right and park in the bottom carpark, as designated by the X shown on the map.

👏 CONGRATULATIONS to our new Life Members! During the Annual General Meeting of RSL Tasmania held on Saturday 13 June, f...
16/06/2026

👏 CONGRATULATIONS to our new Life Members!

During the Annual General Meeting of RSL Tasmania held on Saturday 13 June, five Life Memberships were awarded for exceptional service over many years to the League and to the Veteran community in Tasmania.

Congratulations to:
• Melvyn Cooper
• George Fikerle
• Christopher Parker
• Terrence Roe AM
• David Paton

These people have all made a significant and enduring contribution to the RSL and its values. Their service reflects the highest traditions of the League and they are most worthy recipients of Life Membership of the Returned and Services League of Australia.

A 50 Year Membership Certificate was presented to Tim Weir who this month also joined the RSL Tasmania State Board as Regional Director South East.

Thank you all for your outstanding contribution.

The RSL Tasmania and VeteranHub offices will be closed to walk-ins from Wednesday 17 June to Monday 22 June as we compen...
16/06/2026

The RSL Tasmania and VeteranHub offices will be closed to walk-ins from Wednesday 17 June to Monday 22 June as we compensate staff who worked over the weekend at RSL Tasmania State Congress with time-in-lieu.

We will be operating as normal from 9am Tuesday 23 June.

For those who may need urgent assistance during this time, help is available via:

Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling
1800 011 046 (24 hrs)

Lifeline
13 11 14 (24 hrs)

On Sunday at RSL Tasmania’s annual State Congress, we welcomed three of our partner organisations to speak about the gre...
15/06/2026

On Sunday at RSL Tasmania’s annual State Congress, we welcomed three of our partner organisations to speak about the great work they do to support Veterans in Tasmania and in some cases Veterans from around Australia:
• Defence and Veterans' Workshop - Hobart
• Tasmanian Adventure Cruises - Veterans for Veterans Onboard MV Southern Explorer
• Women Veterans Network Australia - WVNA Veterans Network Australia

Thank you Mick Casey, Rick Allen and Natalie Sankey for joining us and sharing your stories with the broader RSL community.

At RSL Tasmania State Congress yesterday, we were honoured to be joined by three special guest speakers: RSL Australia N...
15/06/2026

At RSL Tasmania State Congress yesterday, we were honoured to be joined by three special guest speakers: RSL Australia National President Peter Tinley AM, the Hon Gavin Pearce MP, State Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and the Hon Peter Khalil MP, Assistant Minister for Defence, who shared their views on critical issues facing the veteran and ADF community in Tasmania and around the country. Thank you, gentlemen, for your time and your informative and candid speeches.

RSL Tasmania held its 111th Annual General Meeting and State Congress at Country Club Tasmania over the weekend, attende...
15/06/2026

RSL Tasmania held its 111th Annual General Meeting and State Congress at Country Club Tasmania over the weekend, attended by delegates from 37 out of 43 RSL Sub-Branches from around Tasmania - with a special mention to King Island RSL Sub Branch for joining us online for the two days.

This annual event is a great opportunity for Members to meet and learn from each other, hear from a range of speakers, obtain information from State Branch and RSL Australia, make valuable contacts, and have their say on issues that affect them.

Highlights of the two days included:
• An address by RSL Australia National President Peter Tinley AM
• State Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, the Hon Gavin Pearce, who highlighted how good news stories and opportunities are often overlooked in conversations about Veterans
• Assistant Minister for Defence, the Hon Peter Khalil MP, who discussed Australia’s Defence priorities and Defence Estate divestments
• The annual State Congress Dinner, a social occasion not-to-be-missed. With music by our talented Regional Director North West Graeme Best, it was a complete sell out and a great time was had by all.
• Enthusiastic participation in interactive feedback sessions and discussions
• Informal opportunities to catch up with friends old and new in the RSL community around Tasmania.

Thank you to everyone who joined us over the weekend. The work you do in your respective Sub-Branches is critical to the future of RSL Tasmania and we are grateful for your dedication to the Veteran community throughout Tasmania.

More highlights and photos to come.

LAUNCESTON VETERANHUB OFFICIALLY OPENEDThe Hon Matt Keogh MP, Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel, offi...
22/05/2026

LAUNCESTON VETERANHUB OFFICIALLY OPENED

The Hon Matt Keogh MP, Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel, officially opened VeteranHub Tasmania in Launceston yesterday, an important milestone in strengthening support for Tasmania’s veteran community and their families.

Delivered by RSL Tasmania, VeteranHub is a free service designed to help veterans and their families more easily navigate the support available to them.

RSL Tasmania CEO John Hardy said the official opening was another significant step in the organisation’s commitment to ensuring veterans and their families can access the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

“VeteranHub is now firmly established as a statewide, integrated service delivery network. To date, we have supported more than 1,350 veterans and their family members,” he said.

“With the opening of the Launceston Hub, RSL Tasmania has delivered one of the most ambitious and comprehensive veteran service programs in Australia.

“This is delivering on our goal to make Tasmania a place where veterans and their families can thrive.”

There are currently around 17,500 veterans living across Tasmania.

Funded by the Australian Government through a $5 million Veteran and Family Hubs grant awarded in 2023, RSL Tasmania has worked closely with local veterans, ex-service organisations and community partners to establish the VeteranHub network across the state.

VeteranHub provides a coordinated, one-stop point of access to a broad range of services, including wellbeing support, compensation advocacy, housing assistance, employment pathways and social connection opportunities.
Importantly, more than 75 per cent of services delivered through VeteranHub have supported non-RSL members, reinforcing RSL Tasmania’s role as an inclusive service provider for all veterans and their families.

The Launceston VeteranHub forms part of a statewide hub-and-spoke model being delivered across Tasmania. The Hobart Hub officially opened in December 2025, with spoke locations now operating in George Town, Huonville, Devonport, Railton and Queenstown.

In addition to services delivered directly through VeteranHub, a range of providers are co-located within the hubs and spokes, with referrals also available to services delivered by other ex-service organisations.

Veterans and their families can connect with VeteranHub, a complimentary service by calling 03 6154 0000 or visiting veteranhub.org.au.

22/05/2026

RSL Tasmania was delighted to welcome the Hon Matt Keogh MP to officially open VeteranHub in Launceston yesterday.

From this year, RSL Tasmania will take responsibility for Vietnam Veterans’ Day commemorations at the Hobart Cenotaph.Th...
21/05/2026

From this year, RSL Tasmania will take responsibility for Vietnam Veterans’ Day commemorations at the Hobart Cenotaph.

The Greater Hobart branch of the Vietnam Veterans Association decided to hand over organisation of the event at its final meeting this month. Its former members will continue to act as advisors and arrange for veterans to participate in commemorative services.

Vietnam Veterans’ Day in Australia is observed on 18 August each year, marking the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan and honouring all Australians who served in the Vietnam War. We remember the sacrifices of those who died and thank the almost 60,000 Australians who served during the 10 years of our involvement.

RSL Tasmania is proud to support commemorative services within our communities, from larger events like ANZAC Day, Vietnam Veterans’ Day and Remembrance Day ceremonies to smaller, local events conducted by local RSL Sub-Branches.

Lest We Forget.

Photo L to R: Ray Collins, Allan Midgley, Alan Pullen, Byron Nicol, Doug Richardson

⭐️ THANK YOU to our incredible volunteers around Tasmania ⭐️It’s National Volunteer Week (19 to 25 May 2026) and we’re c...
19/05/2026

⭐️ THANK YOU to our incredible volunteers around Tasmania ⭐️

It’s National Volunteer Week (19 to 25 May 2026) and we’re celebrating the many ways that volunteers create connected and supportive communities for our veterans and their families.

At RSL Tasmania and VeteranHub, we’re privileged to work with so many outstanding volunteers across the state.

It’s vital work. Every day, volunteers support our veteran services team in local communities, raise funds for veterans’ support services, deliver personal and heartfelt commemorations for those we’ve lost, and maintain the 40+ RSL Sub-Branches around Tasmania.

Through your efforts, camaraderie is strengthened, communities stay connected, and veterans and their families know they are not alone.

Thank you for the countless hours you give supporting veterans and their families across Tasmania. Thank you for the compassion, professionalism, care and dedication you show every single day, often quietly and without recognition.

Happy National Volunteer Week!

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206-208 New Town Road
New Town, TAS
7008

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

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