Wall of Remembrance

I look back to my two years in National Service, October 1969 to September 1971, specifically my nine months in Nui Dat, South Vietnam. On arrival by Carabou aircraft, compliments of the RAAF I got...

It will be an honour and a privilege to represent my grandfather, George "Bob" Johnson - Service Number 1704427, at the National Commemorative Service, in the Great Hall of the Australian Parliament...

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 call-up notice two days after my 20th...

I attach here a column piece reflecting on my military service which began with my call up for national service.

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...