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The 'Allies of War' performance coincides with 80 years since the end of Australia's involvement in WWII. The concert will include a tribute to the entertainers and radio legends of the ‘Concert Parties’ who performed during WWII and also songs from WWI, in the effort of boosting the troops’ morale. A variety of music will be heard, from WW2 sing-along medleys to the songs of Vera Lyn and Marlene Dietrich, to the Big Band sounds of Glen Miller and the Andrews Sisters. Guest artists include international recording vocalist Maggie Britton along with Coffs Coast Pipes & Drums.

Performed by the Clarence Valley Orchestra & Chorus, conducted by Artistic Director Dr Greg Butcher, the concert is one not to be missed, and is a ‘Salute to all Australians who have served in the Defence Force’. This concert is supported by the Woolgoolga RSL sub-Branch Members.

‘Allies of War’ will be held on Saturday 26th April 2025, commencing at 2:00pm at the Woolgoolga Sports Complex. Tickets are available now online at https://events.humanitix.com/anzac-80th-anniversary-charity-concert

I have a submission currently with Defence to have a numerical insignia awarded on their ribbon. I have excellent feedback and would appreciate letters of support from ESOs and any organisations to get this over the line.

I am researching the service of ADGs in Vietnam and would like to hear from any Vietnam Veterans who served in Base Support Flight or 1OSU Vung Tau who have direct knowledge of ADGs being attached to Army Units in 1967 and 1968. I would like to hear from anyone with information or memory about an ADG attached to 4RAR in July 1968. In that attachment, a battle with VC occurred at the Horseshoe, and the ADG was present when a 4RAR soldier was killed. There was a discussion between the Army and RAAF regarding his bravery and actions during that battle.

I am a history student at the University of Rouen in Normandy, France. I'm passionate about the Second World War and especially about the paths of the soldiers who fought for our freedom. This year we celebrated the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy. 80 years have passed, but the memory is intact, and it is necessary that this lasts. On the occasion of the end of the year, I would like to write a letter to veterans to wish them a happy holiday and above all to show them that the younger generations do not forget them. Please make contact with me if you would like to receive a letter.

I am hoping to buy a copy of the book, 'Purple and Blue. The History of the 2/10th Battalion, A.I.F.' - any Edition 2nd to 4th. Please make contact if you or your family have one that you are prepared to sell to me.

Are you a TPI looking for social interaction? Come and join us. We are always seeking new members. We hold our meetings at the Shoalhaven Veteran and Family Hub at 124 Wallace Street, Nowra on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 11.00am, but every few months we have a luncheon, so we won’t be at the regular meeting place. If you are interested in coming along, please contact Leanne beforehand to find out where we will be gathering on that particular day. Spouses and partners are very welcome to come along.

1954 Intake Flinders 12/7/1954. Writers and Stewards from Dorm 5+. Seeking the following - Joe Bradford, Nev White, Jim Walsh, Jim Black, Tony Bennett, Dave Taylor, Bill Pitt, Jerry Barker, Kev Barry, Ces Webster and others whose names have escaped me.

Seeking names of those who were either born or resided in the following towns BEFORE they served – Wonga Park, Lilydale, Coldstream, Yering, Gruyere, Wandin, Seville, Silvan, Monbulk, Olinda, Kalorama, Mt Dandenong, Montrose, Kilsyth, Mooroolbark, Mt Evelyn.

I have found an official memorial plaque for British Empire soldiers who died in WWI. It bears the inscription, 'He died for freedom and honour' and the name on the front is James William Thomson. The plaque is 12 cm in diameter and shows Britannia (a female warrior holding a trident and shield) and a lion on the front. The plaque would have been issued to the closest next of kin.

I am a UK veteran and have recently been supplied by the MOD with a lapel badge. This badge is available to any UK Army, Navy or Air Force veteran by applying via the website. There is no cost involved. This link can also be used to check your entitlement to any other medals.

Served AIF 1940-45, POW Singapore and Burma. Relocated from Perth to Whyalla late 1940's to early 1950s.

Advising Veterans of the Malayan Emergency and the Indonesian Confrontation and past and potential donors that the establishing of a Memorial in the Australian War Memorial Sculpture Garden, Canberra, is entering the design phase. We are seeking further donations towards this end and also seeking expressions of interests from veterans or their family members, particularly in the Canberra region, to work with the Foundation to move the project forward. For details on making a donation visit our website.

In April 1941, the first women started working for the Navy as members of the Women's Emergency Signalling Corps, which later became the Women's Royal Australian Naval Service (WRANS). A handful from WWII are still alive. Of those that have left us, where do they rest? We need your help to record the resting place of our sisters. This project includes ALL Australian Navy Women from 1941 until the current day. If you know of the death of any WRANS/RAN service women, and hopefully their burial place, please make contact.

He was on HMAS SYDNEY in the early 1970s. He had 2 brothers in the Navy as well, one was Dick. Dennis came to our wedding 52 years ago. I would like to catch up.

The NWOA is a national association comprising retired and serving naval officers who have either commanded or served in Australian warships. Membership includes veterans of WW2, Vietnam, East Timor, both Gulf Wars, Operation SLIPPER and current operations in the Middle East and elsewhere. The Association provides a social network for past and present officers of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) who primarily have a surface warfare focus however its charter includes Officers of all specialisations who have served at sea since WW2. It maintains very close links with the RAN and particularly with the Centre of Maritime Warfare Training, HMAS WATSON. NWOA is seeking to expand membership; those interested in joining can apply online or contact Steve.

Seeking my good friend who was posted to RAEME Bulimba in 1966 and served in the Instrument Section until early February 1988. Noel was a former resident of Stockton, Newcastle.

If you served in the ADF during Darwin Help and in any logistic way throughout Australia when the cyclone hit, then we want to hear from you. Please register your details on the website. We are submitting a petition to the Government and Awards for recognition for justified service. We are seeking to be awarded the National Emergency Medal or similar.

Ceremony to be held on 9 February 2025 at the Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance. This will be a very special parade, as it unites all ESOs and unaffiliated Nashos for the first time since the disbandment of National Service in 1972. Family members are welcome to carry their own flag. Step off is at 1100 hrs.

The Royal Australian Corps of Signals (RA Sigs) is celebrating 100 years of service to the Australian Army and the Nation. A parade and commemorative service has been organised for 14 February 2025 at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne. Visit the website for further details.

Looking to contact members who served in 1967/68, Vietnam.