RSL NSW

06/10/2026

We’re proud to recognise CPAP as a Silver Sponsor of RSL NSW Annual State Congress 2026.

Thank you to the CPAP team for the important work you do and for supporting an event that brings our community together. Your sponsorship helps us create meaningful opportunities to connect, share knowledge, and strengthen support for veterans and their families.

We’re grateful to have CPAP alongside us for Congress 2026 and appreciate the positive impact your support has across the veteran and wider community.

Thank you, CPAP.

👉️ Find out more: https://cpap.com.au/pages/shop?view=dva-page



CPAP Direct

06/10/2026

RSL NSW is deeply concerned by the allegations aired by ABC's Four Corners and supports RSL Australia’s call for stronger regulation and enforcement to protect veterans from exploitation.

Veterans seeking support should be treated with dignity and care - not as a source of profit.

👉Read more:

RSL Australia media release RSL Australia welcomed and supported Monday night’s ABC Four Corners investigation into unethical businesses exploiting veterans and overcharging taxpayers. For more than two years, RSL has […]

06/10/2026

RSL NSW joins the rest of the League in offering our sincere condolences to the family, friends and fellow ADF members of the Australian Army soldier who tragically lost their life during a training exercise at Mount Bundey, in the Northern Territory.

At this difficult time, our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragedy. We stand alongside our Defence community and extend our support to the families, friends and colleagues of those involved.

We are deeply saddened by the death of an Australian Army soldier during a training exercise at Mount Bundey, south-east of Darwin. Our thoughts are with the soldier’s family, friends and fellow ADF members during this difficult time.

An additional five Australian soldiers were injured, and we extend our thoughts and best wishes to them and their families as they recover.

06/10/2026

RSL NSW has welcomed changes allowing current and former Australian Defence Force personnel to apply to have historical convictions for consensual homosexual activity extinguished from their service records.

Until 1992, consensual homosexual activity could be prosecuted as a service offence under Australian military discipline law.

In Sydney today (Tuesday 6 October), Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel, the Hon. Matt Keogh MP, has announced amendments to the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982 (Cth) now allow eligible individuals to apply to have those historical convictions formally extinguished, meaning they are treated as if the conviction never occurred.

RSL NSW President Vince Williams said the changes represented an important and practical step towards addressing the lasting harm caused to Defence personnel who were punished simply because of their sexual orientation.

👉Read more: https://rslnsw.org.au/news/rsl-nsw-welcomes-action-to-extinguish-historical-convictions-of-lgbtiqa-veterans/

Matt Keogh | DEFGLIS - Defence LGBTI Information Service | Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

02/10/2026

Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Maryang San, one of the Australian Army’s most significant actions of the Korean War.

Also known as Operation Commando, the battle took place over five days of intense combat from 3 - 8 October 1951.

During the battle, the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR), attacked, seized and secured Hill 317, known as Maryang San, in a hard-fought victory that gave United Nations forces an important strategic position.

Today, we remember the service, sacrifice and courage of all Australians who served in the Korean War, particularly those who were wounded and the 20 Australians who lost their lives during the Battle of Maryang San.

Lest we forget. 🌺

📷 Australian War Memorial

02/10/2026

🏉 We don’t usually pick sides… but this Sunday, we might be making an exception.

Earlier this year, RSL NSW was the Newcastle Knights’ charity partner for their ANZAC Round match.

Our members and staff joined Knights fans in Newcastle for the 50-50 raffle, helping raise funds for veterans and their families.

So as the Newcastle Knights head into the NRL Grand Final against the Sydney Roosters , we’ll be cheering them on. No pressure, Newcastle, but we’ve already picked our side. 🔴🔵

Who are you tipping?

01/10/2026

🏴 Penrith Highland Festival - Saturday 3 October

Enjoy the Penrith RSL pipes and drum bands, highland dancing, medieval combat, a Viking re-enactment village, rides, hot rods, dog shows, food, stalls and more at Penrith Showground from 8am-5pm.

🎟️ Tickets are $15 per person (plus 88c booking fee).
👧 Children under five are free.
🪑 Please bring chairs and rugs for a comfortable day out.
🚫 No glass or alcohol may be brought into the venue.

See the flyer’s QR code to book.

01/10/2026

Veterans, current-serving ADF personnel and families – don’t miss out!

The GWS Giants are offering complimentary tickets to this Saturday's AFLW clash between the Giants and the Bombers at Henson Park in Sydney.

📆Saturday 3 October at 1:05pm
👉 To claim your tickets visit the link: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/130064E899B82CD0?did=woffer
📍Click on General Admission
👉 From there, you will see an option underneath adult & junior (14 years and under) that says AFLW Offer and an unlock button. Click on unlock and enter the codeword AFLWFOOTY to redeem up to 2 complimentary tickets (please ensure the adult quantity is at zero otherwise you will be charged).

🏆Limited tickets available – first in, best dressed!

30/09/2026

Entries close 30 October! 🎨

There's still time for primary and secondary schools across NSW to enter the 2027 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Art Competition.

This year's theme, The Power of Mateship, invites students to create an original artwork exploring what mateship means to them and reflecting on the values of service and remembrance.

The competition is a wonderful opportunity for young people to connect with the ANZAC spirit through art, with finalist artworks to be displayed at the Anzac Memorial in Sydney next April.

Help us spread the word! Share this post with your local schools, teachers, family and friends, and encourage young artists to get involved.

👉 Entries close 30 October 2026. Find out more and enter: https://rslnsw.org.au/artcompetition/

The competition is a collaboration between RSL NSW, the NSW Department of Education, Catholic Schools NSW and Independent Schools NSW.

29/09/2026

“Today, on National Police Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the thin blue line.

Every day, police officers put on their uniform knowing they may be called into dangerous and unpredictable situations. They do so in service of their communities - protecting others, keeping us safe, and often putting their own lives at risk.

This year’s remembrance has particular poignancy following the tragic death of Constable Mia Lay, who was killed in a patrol vehicle crash at Redfern last Friday while responding to an incident.

Just 20 years old and only 16 months into her policing career, Constable Lay had already shown exceptional promise and a deep commitment to serving her community.

On behalf of RSL NSW, I extend our deepest sympathies to Constable Lay’s family, friends and colleagues, and to the entire NSW Police Force family.

We also remember every police officer who has lost their life in the line of duty, and the families who carry that loss with them.

To all those who serve, and to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice: thank you for your courage, your service and your sacrifice.

Lest we forget.🌺” - RSL NSW President Vince Williams

📸 Photos from the 2026 National Police Remembrance Day Service at the NSW Police Force Wall of Remembrance in the Domain,

NSW Police Force