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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.

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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.

HERstory: Remembering Australia’s Military Women is seeking women veterans, especially those aged 80 years and over, currently living in Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory, who would like to have their portrait and service story included in this national photographic and oral-history project. The project honours the experiences, achievements and sacrifices of Australia’s military women across all eras and services. Participation involves a relaxed portrait session and a guided conversation about your service.

I am hoping to reach any servicemen that served at 2AO Depot in Vietnam in 1971. My father, Rodney John Murn, also served there and I would like to reach out.

I am writing my fourth book about the Vietnam conflict and am eager to make contact with any member of 2 Tpt Pl that deployed to Vietnam. Any stories, photos, etc would be most useful.

Seeking reunion with old friends - Marie 'Ozzy' Osborn and Rachel. Please reach out.