We pause to reflect on the 2,500* National Servicemen from across the nation who have not been fully recognised for their lawful and meritorious service. Many have passed on since coming home and...
This commemoration will take place exactly 60 years after Decimal Currency Conversion Day, that also being the day I started an apprenticeship. I received the callup notice two days after my 20th...
I was recruited in the 4th Intake in 1966 to serve for 2 years. During my 3 month induction at Puckapunyal we were given training on grenade throwing and our Platoon sergeant rewarded me by...
I reflect on the service of this Soldier, Private ERIC FRANCIS OSBORNE, Service Number: WX 16279 A.I.F. 2/4 M.G. Bn Australian Infantry who died on 15 February 1942 Age 19. He was the Son of Henry...
I would like to remember and honour my grandfather, Maurice Elliott's service and dedication to Australia as an Army driver who served in New Guinea during the Second World War. I also wish to honour...
The ANZAC Legend Kevin Albert Bovill who gave so much to his countries and to his communities. It's my privilege to have shared my life with you. Lest we forget.
I am a Primary School Teacher and a proud Army veteran with 15 years of service, including deployments to Afghanistan and humanitarian missions in Banda Aceh. My experiences have shaped my belief that...
LAC Raymond Rowe RAAF, Service Number 54120 served during World War II with 30 Squadron, 73 Wing, 6 Squadron and No 346 Radar Station in PNG, Kiriwina, Goodenough and the Admiralty Islands. In 1944...
Remembrance holds a deeply significant place in my life. It is a time to honour and reflect on all those who gave their lives so that we could have a future. It reminds me of the enduring importance...