City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch

06/10/2026

“Free PT For Local Men”

We are happy to announce a new local community partnership with Jade Health Group, Unit 2/10 Coombes Drive, Penrith.

“Shed the Sh*t”, mens only ‘free’ local PT sessions for RSL sub-Branch and ADF members (past and present). “Leave lighter than you arrived”. It’s just social & PT, no expectations, no pressure, no judgment.

Sub-Branch Men are invited to join in these free sessions on Fridays; 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct and 13 Nov, 20 Nov & 27 Nov 26.

The sessions will start at 5.30pm and go until to 6:30pm, best to be there 10 minutes earlier.

Take along a water bottle, a towel, and some motivation.

Please let us know if you’re coming, just so we know.

Phone: 02 4704 8490

Email: [email protected]

05/10/2026

The City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch was very well represented by some of our ‘Guitar For Vets’ members at the Penrith Highland Festival on Saturday.

The program runs every Thursday afternoon, Noro Music Therapy staff cater for all levels of skill including beginners.

If you think that you may like to join in with our program, please get in contact so we can get things started.

Photo credit to Mr Peter Thorpe (living legend).

05/10/2026

For those that have served in Afghanistan.

Register now to get your “Afghanistan Operations” coin from DVA.

We are releasing a commemorative coin to mark the 25th anniversary of Australian service in Afghanistan (2001–2021) and to honour those who served.

The coin will be available at the national commemorative service, to be held at the Australian War Memorial on 11 October 2026. This service will formally recognise the service and sacrifice of all those who served in the Afghanistan War (2001–2014) and conflicts in Afghanistan (2015 to present), as well as the families of veterans.

For veterans and families who cannot attend the commemorative service in person, coins will also be available following the event. Register for delivery or collect the coin at one of the locations listed on DVA's website.

To register to attend the commemorative service, or for more information on how to collect a coin, visit the link in the comment section 👇

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

The City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch will be conducting a “Remembrance Day Commemoration” on Wednesday 11 Nov 26 from
1015 for 10:30am at Memory Park, Penrith.

Some seating will be available, reserved for the elderly and less abled. There will be an opportunity for individuals and groups to lay tributes at the completion of the official Wreath laying.

All Community members, Veterans and their families are invited and very welcome to join us.

03/10/2026

Life is not always filled with sunshine and happiness. Mental health can deteriorate during holidays or periods of change from the daily routine. No Veteran or family member needs to face these challenges alone.

During holidays, long weekends etc, many Veterans and their families can feel isolated, PTSD, depression etc can be heightened and escalate.

Mental Health is everyone’s business and it is ok to talk about your health with a professional, a family member, or a mate. It is absolutely ok to reach out for assistance and it’s absolutely ok to check in on a mate.

Contact details attached:

03/10/2026

The City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch is excited to host the “Veterans Health, Wellbeing and Services Expo” on 14 Oct 26 at the Penrith RSL Club.

All current serving ADF members, Veterans, the it family and community members are invited to register and attend.

Register Now!

Details can be found on Pages 12 & 13 of the Nepean News this week.

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03/10/2026

News Flash: ✅✅✅✅✅

New “Family Membership” at City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch.

Our sub-Branch respects and values the Service and Sacrifices of all of our Defence Families. In support of the RSL Australia objectives we have established a new local membership type for Family Members of Veterans past and present.

We understand that becoming an Auxiliary or an Affiliate Member is not plausible for many, but family members want to be members and hear from the sub-Branch.

This new membership type allows you to receive our members newsletters and invitations to attend our commemorations, wellbeing and social events. No need to attend meetings or volunteer if you don’t want too (we do welcome volunteers also).

Membership does not include constitutional voting rights; however, it means that you are an official member of our sub-Branch Defence Family;
Widows
Spouse/ partners
Siblings
Children
Grandchildren
Parents / Carers

If you would like to be an official “Family Member” of our sub-Branch, join now by contacting the Office;

Phone: 02 4728 5226
Email: [email protected]