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Soldier enlisted in Qld 1915. Bible was sent by his father to Egypt, 26th Battalion. More details of soldier's service have been written inside the main cover. Hoping to return the bible to family.

Former wife of SQNLDR John Holt (deceased 1977 in F-111 incident at Evans Head Bombing Range). Val and John were long-term friends since 1963 of myself GPCAPT John Ward (Rtd). I last met with Val and her Dr husband at a reunion more than 10 years ago but has since lost contact. Contact is also requested for wife of aircrew member lost with John in 1977.

Seeking information regarding my aunt, Noreen, who was in the Women's Royal Australian Army Corps. I have no service details other than she was serving in 1952 when she was 22, but could have joined earlier. Noreen served for many years. I think she resigned close to her 50's. She was a drill officer/sergeant perhaps. A couple of photos I have show Noreen with my Mum Nance (her twin sister) & 3 other Army women at Romano's and another from 1952 with Nance and 15 others. Noreen did not marry or have children. She passed away in 2018, and my Mum and their parents have also passed away.

Seeking Ian who may be residing in the Gosford, NSW, area. a previous address was Redbank Plains Rd, Goodna, QLD. Ian is a long-time family friend of my father, WOII Pat Wittig (service no. 35109) and is also godfather for my eldest sister. He served alongside my father at Wacol and Enoggera and possibly Nui Dat and Canungra and may have been involved with Nui Dat House on the Gold Coast.

Would like to make contact with Ian.

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I am trying to locate this ring which is worth $2,375. It is inscribed with words and numbers, so is easily recognisable. It was lost between Mudgee and Cowra, NSW.

The Box Hill Sub-section of the Naval Association meets quarterly at the Box Hill RSL, Nelson Rd, on the 2nd Friday of the month, commencing at 10.00am
Remaining dates for 2026 are 8 May, 14 August and 13 November. We invite all current and ex-Navy personnel and families, and those interested in all things Navy, to join us. Lunch at the bistro follows the meeting. Please contact Joy if you wish to attend as bookings are required for lunch.

Did you serve beneath the waves? The SAA welcomes all serving and former submariners. We exist to promote the unique camaraderie and fellowship forged in the silent service. With active branches in every state and territory (except the NT), you can reconnect with your buddies from boats close to home. The Association is committed to the welfare of our members and has a network of DVA Advocates with submarine experience to assist you. To find your local branch and to join our community, visit the website or email Tony. DOLPHIN 35 – Deep down you know it makes sense!

Robina Literary Club and Panda Entertainment Networks will be co-producing a play based on actual events about veterans battling PTSD called 'It's Time', to be staged at HOTA, Home of the Arts at 7pm Thurs 19 - Sat 21 February 2026. The Play is written and directed by Chamkaur Gill, who interviewed several Vietnam-war veterans residing on the Gold Coast. https://hota.com.au/whats-on/live/theatre/its-time

Seeking to catch up with Sharon Wilton, Orderly Room Clerk, Fairburn and Kevin Horn, Darwin.

The July 66 intake of HMAS Nirimba is celebrating their 60 years in July 2026. We are still looking for the following from that intake - Denis Ballam, Graham (Boots) Dagg, Chris Ellis, Alan Donovan, Geoffrey Hadley, Enzo Costa, Phil Menere, Keith Knott and Keith Plain. Please make contact if you know of their whereabouts or have any contact details.

Wanting to speak to anyone who served between 1975 and 1995 (including Peace Keeping operations and the Gulf War) who were born or resided in the following Victorian towns BEFORE (not after) their time in the services - Wonga Park, Lilydale, Coldstream, Yering, Gruyere, Wandin, Seville, Silvan, Monbulk, Olinda, Kalorama, Mt Dandenong, Montrose, Kilsyth, Mooroolbark, Mt Evelyn.

Seeking to buy this out-of-print book.

Preparations are well underway. This year we will leave the Hawkesbury showground, opposite RAAF Richmond, on Saturday 14 March and after travelling via and overnighting at Bong Bong, Moruya, Queanbeyan, Young, Cowra, Parkes, Orange and Bathurst, we will return to the Showground on Tuesday 31st March. This year we have arranged to have Mt Panorama closed on Sunday morning 29 March where we'll hold the "Walk for Veterans" event.
www.scootaville.org.au/NSW2026.pdf
https://radschool.org.au/Scootaville/Participants/ScootavilleParticipants.htm
https://scootaville.org.au/WalkForVets/

Seeking 'Snoopy'. Last known posting as WO2 Tobruk.

Seeking information/stories/photos from members of the ADF who wore the Defence Pattern Desert Uniforms (DPDU) overseas. Specifically looking for uniform and load carriage equipment modifications and any unique uniform accoutrements or items for inclusion in a new book on the subject.

14 - 30 March 2026. The event will commence at the Macquarie Showgrounds opposite RAAF Richmond on the 14th and end at Bathurst on the 27th. On the 29th, from 7.30 am, we will hold a 'Walk for Veterans' around the Mt Panorama circuit. We suggest you walk in fancy dress and there will be prizes awarded. On the 30th, we will ride down the hill and finish back at the Showgrounds.

Any members who are returned veterans and were members of the Young Christian Workers (YCW) back in the 60s and 70s, are invited to join the Veterans Support Group. The group’s objective is to help revive the YCW Camp at Phillip Island in conjunction with Vasey RSL Care. We are keen to hear from any member, who had holidayed at the Camp or is interested in helping get it back to its former glory, so that it can be used for returned veterans and families for short stays.

Lt Patchot was the platoon Commander of 5 Platoon A Company, 1 RTB Kapooka from July to September 1965.