RSL NSW Auxiliaries Australian Veterans Comfort Quilts

05/05/2026

Help for Heroes - A Musical to Support Wounded Veterans

Our own Train Wrecks Guitar Group will be the opening act for this musical afternoon (2.00pm - 6.00pm) in the Evan Theatre at Panthers on Sunday 2nd August.

Please consider supporting wounded veterans - bring your family, friends, neighbours ... $23pp .... sales only via Ticketek - see pic for details.

All funds raised (other than the Ticketek commission) go towards support for veterans being looked after by a great organisation, Wounded Veterans.

Come along and support our own Train Wrecks, a group of local veterans from St Marys.

RSL NSW
RSL Australia
Diggers MC Sydney Chapter
Nepean News
Defence and Emergency Services Veterans Shed
St Marys Outpost
RSL LifeCare Veteran Services
Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling
St Marys Diggers
St Marys Band Club
City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch

18/02/2026

Do you know a Year 10 History or Year 11 Modern History student in NSW? Applications are open for the 2026 Premier's Anzac Memorial Scholarship.

The Scholarship offers a fully funded study tour to and in the Term 3 school holidays. It’s a unique opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Australians who served, learn from an expert historian, and connect with like minded students from across the state.

Applications close 9 March 2026.

Find out more and apply: veterans.nsw.gov.au/pams

18/02/2026

📸 Honouring Service Through the Lens of History

City of Wollongong RSL sub-Branch member John Fairley travelled the length of South Vietnam as an official Australian Army photographer, documenting Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War from the ground up.

John’s images captured more than military operations, they told human stories. Australian soldiers in the field, moments of quiet between patrols, and connections with South Vietnamese villagers and children. Many of these photographs were taken under fire, often while embedded with combat units, and much of his work remained unseen for decades.

His photography has since featured in multiple exhibitions at the Australian War Memorial, forming an important part of Australia’s military history. Today, his work continues to educate, provoke reflection, and honour those who served.

We’re proud to recognise John as part of our Wollongong RSL sub-Branch community and to share his story.

18/02/2026

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

New South Wales Governor Margaret Beazley will remain in the role for a further two years following an extension approved this week. Premier Chris Minns confirmed the continuation after his recommendation was endorsed, allowing Beazley to serve until May 2028.

The decision means she will complete a total of nine years as governor.

The announcement was made in a statement issued on Tuesday, with the premier citing confidence in her experience and service to the state.
Read the full story on our website.
Australia By Aussie

17/11/2025

🏌️‍♂️ 2025 RSL Salute Golf Day - Friday 21 November
Let’s Look After Locals!

The third annual RSL Salute Golf Day returns to Wollongong Golf Club, bringing together all eight Illawarra RSL Sub-Branches and Chapters for a shared mission, to look after our local veterans and their families.

💰 Every dollar raised goes directly toward:
- Veterans’ sport & recreation programs
- Mental-health and welfare services
- Local commemorative events, from Austinmer to Albion Park

🎯 Hole-in-One Challenge, sink it and win a car!
🎁 Prizes · Food · Drinks · Community · Cause
🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 Local businesses: sponsorships & prize support welcome!
🎟️ Half-price entry for RSL members, veterans & families

📍 Proudly hosted by Wollongong Golf Club, long-time supporters of veterans in the Illawarra.

📞 To support or sponsor:
✉️ [email protected] 📱 0449 199 016

24/10/2025

22/07/2025

17/06/2025

We are seeking expressions of interest from those who wish to participate in Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Australia Postvention Workshop for Veteran Families Bereaved by Su***de.

Participants will engage in peer support training, trauma-informed education, and contribute to the development of a national postvention strategy.

The workshop will be delivered in partnership with TAPS USA, the Veteran Family Advocate Commissioner, DVA, Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling, Invictus Australia and the NSW Office for Veterans Affairs.

When: 24-28 July 2025
Where: Sydney
Cost: Program, accommodation, and meals provided. Participants are responsible for their travel to and from Sydney.

For more info and to register, please visit: http://spr.ly/61874ytyh

Submissions close 5:00pm 27 June 2025.

If you need support, please contact:
• Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling: 1800 011 046
• StandBy Support After Su***de: 1300 727 247
• Lifeline Australia 24-hour crisis support and su***de prevention services: 13 11 14

17/06/2025

If you’re a veteran family member who has been bereaved by su***de, this upcoming program in Sydney could be an opportunity to connect, heal, and help shape real change.

Running from 24–28 July 2025, the TAPS Australia Postvention Workshop is a one-time, immersive program that offers:

- Peer mentor training based on the internationally recognised TAPS model
- Trauma-informed education led by lived-experience facilitators
- Connection with others who share similar experiences
- A chance to contribute to the development of Australia’s national postvention strategy

The program is free to attend. Accommodation and meals are included; participants cover their own travel to and from Sydney.

In the wake of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Su***de, it’s encouraging to see meaningful action taking shape. Programs like this are a vital step forward — turning recommendations into real, community-led solutions.

We remain committed to working closely with partners to ensure the Commission’s findings lead to lasting change and improved support for all veterans and their families.

🔗 Apply here: https://dvajobs.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.jati&returnToEvent=jobs.home&jobID=A91F2853-F897-4BF5-9D1B-B2ED00F23DD3&audienceTypeCode=Hidden&UseAudienceTypeLanguage=1&rmuh=08FFF12EB7B7B6BED4BF3E0DC93D1C0B7022C75D