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Pictures from Top Left clockwise; Mr Tony Thorpe, President of the AATTV Association, addressing the ceremony. Top Right; Mr Richard Williams, president of the Vietnam Veterans Association WA, addressing the ceremony. Bottom Right; Section of those attending. Bottom Left; Mr Khoat van Nguyen, Sculptor of the Australian Vietnamese Memorial, receiving his plaque in the presence of Dr Anh Nguyen and Mr Thanh van Nguyen.

The Vietnamese Community, in The Australian Government, in July The guest list comprised of Federal, State a Bugler from the Army Band Perth and conjunction with the Republic 1962, decided to provide assistance and Local Politicians, Service Officers, the Pipe Major of the Fremantle Sailing of Vietnam Veteran’s Association to South Vietnam and the Australian Ex-Service Organisations (ESO’s) and Club Pipe Band. The Service was con- in Western Australia gathered at Army provided advisors to work with the Next of Kin of those Western Australian ducted in both English and Vietnamese the Australian Vietnamese War Army of the Republic of South Vietnam members who paid the supreme sacrifice and was concluded with the presentation Memorial in Kings Park on Saturday (ARVN). The Australian Army Training were special guests at the ceremony. of plaques to commemorate the occa- Addresses were given by the President of 16 June to Commemorate the 50th Team Vietnam (AATTV) was deployed sion by the President of the Republic of initially with the ARVN units in the the Vietnamese Community in Western Anniversary of Australian commit- Vietnam Veteran’s Association in Western provinces of South Vietnam and later in Australia, Dr Anh Nguyen, and Members Australia, Mr Thanh van Nguyen. ment to the Vietnam War. all military regions. RAAF units were of ESO’s as well as Civic Leaders. After the Commemoration Service all The occasion also commemorated the deployed in 1964 and the Army commit- During the Service the Roll of Honour those present were entertained to lunch 10th Anniversary of the unveiling of the ment increased in 1965 with RAN ships of the 61 Western Australian Servicemen provided by the Vietnamese Women’s Australian Vietnamese War Memorial as being deployed with United States Navy who paid the supreme sacrifice was Association of Western Australia. well as the Republic of Vietnam Armed 7th Fleet Australian military commit- read. The Service was assisted with a Forces Day. ment ceased on 18 December 1972. Colour Party of former ARVN Veteran’s, Gary Sutherland CONTACT DIRECTORY Editorial Information Contact Directory Editor/Vice President: Denis Connelly (08) 9287 3716 Departments at ANZAC House STATE Email: [email protected] CEO / State Secretary: CMDR Phillip Orchard AFNI Assistant State Secretary: Nola Keen RAN Rtd 9287 3799 EXECUTIVE Executive Assistant: Caitlin Harnwell Assistant State Secretary: Nola Keen 9287 3702 2011-2014 RSL Advertising: Membership: Kathy Clark, 8.00am to 3.30pm Mon- State President Mr Peter Aspinall Administrative Assistant / Thurs, 9287 3705 Assistant Editor: Amy Hunt ANZAC House Manager: Matthew Holyday 9287 3714 Mr William Gaynor OAM RFD Mr Peter Fardon Email: [email protected] Financial Services: Peter McGlade 9287 3718. State Vice President Receptionist: Wendy Quinn Mr Ross Davies Helen Beech 8.30am to 4.30pm Mon-Thurs 9287 3703 Mr Denis Connelly Graphic Design: Type Express Archivist: Naomi Lam 9287 371, Dr Neil MacNeill State Treasurer Printer: Rural Press Departments at 8 Irwin St Mr Kenneth Barrington Mr Phillip Draber Contact Details Welfare: Rosalind Howat 8.30am 4.30pm Mon-Fri, Trustees 9287 3707 • 0412 009 191 State Executive The Returned & Services League Snr Advocate: Jim Boland 8.00am to 4.00pm Mon-Fri, Mr Don Blair OAM RFD ED of Australia WA Branch Incorporated Mr Damian Dixon 9287 3708 Mr John Cox OAM JP ANZAC House 28 St Georges Tce PERTH WA 6000 Mr Dilwyn “Digger” Cleak OAM Email: [email protected] Mrs Donna Prytulak Mr Kevin Trent OAM RFD Website: www.rslwahq.org.au Mr Gary Scott Mr Wayne Tarr RFD ED Telephone: (08) 9287 3799 RFD CEO / STATE Secretary Facsimile: (08) 9287 3732 Mr Ian Johnstone WA Country Callers: 1800 259 799 Mr John McCourt CMDR Philip Orchard AFNI RAN (Rtd) PO Box 3023, East Perth, WA 6892 4 The Listening Post August 2012 This Month in Australian Military History

Date Year Title Event 23 August 1918 Lieutenant L D McCarthy VC Lieutenant L D McCarthy, 16th Battalion originally from York, Western Australia, wins the Victoria Cross at Madame Wood, France. 29 - 30 August 1915 2nd Lieutenant H V Throssell, VC 2nd Lieutenant H V Throssell, 10th Light Horse Regiment, originally from Northam, Western Australia, wins the Victoria Cross at Hill 60, Gallipoli. 4 September 1943 9th Division land at Lae, New Lae was the focus of a major land, sea, and air operation by Australian and American forces. Guinea Fighting lasted until 16 September, when the encircled Japanese garrison were killed, captured, or escaped. 14 September 1914 HMA Submarine AE1 lost off New The AE1 and AE2 were the first submarines to serve with the Royal Australian Navy. The AE1 Guinea disappeared without trace during operations for the capture of German New Guinea. 20 September 1912 Official approval given for the The Australian Flying Corps went on to serve in Mesopotamia, the Middle East, and the establishment of a military Central Western Front and was the forerunner of the RAAF. Flying School. Official formation of the Australian Flying Corps 28 September 1950 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian The Battalion was immediately committed to the United Nation Forces' northward advance Regiment arrives in Korea against the retreating North Koreans. 1 October 1918 Australian Light Horsemen take The Light Horse advances into Damascus, the Syrian capital, at the end of the long and victori- Damascus ous advance that ended the First World War in the Middle East. 3 October 1992 Dedication, Australian Vietnam The Vietnam Veterans' National Memorial, ANZAC Parade, Canberra, was opened by the Veterans' National Memorial Prime Minister, the Hon. Paul Keating MP and honours those Australians who served and died in the war in Vietnam. 3 - 8 October 1951 Battle of Maryang-San, Korea The 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, made a successful assault against Chinese positions on Hill 317 (Maryang-San) and held the important feature in the face of fierce counter- attacks. 25 - 26 October 1942 Private P E Gratwick, VC Private P E Gratwick, 2/48th Battalion, originally from Katanning, Western Australia, wins the Victoria Cross at El Alamein, Egypt.

These events are only a selected number of significant dates when Australians were involved in activities of importance. For the complete list go to: www.awm.gov.au

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Veterans’ Health Week

The Department of Veterans' Affairs will co-ordinate the fourth annual Veterans' Health Week (VHW) between Monday 22 and Sunday 28 October 2012.

VHW aims to raise awareness of, and encourage participation in, activities that promote and maintain the health and wellbeing of veterans, their families and carers.

The Minister for Veterans' Affairs, the Hon. Warren Snowdon MP, has endorsed this year's theme of “Social Inclusion - Participate, Connect and Influence”.

A number of events will be organised across Australia throughout the week that will be enhancing social inclusion for veterans. DVA recognises that working together with ex-service organisations can help overcome barriers to social inclusion for individuals and the community.

This year in particular, DVA is calling on the veteran community to consider how they can involve others who they think would benefit from reconnecting and feeling included.

Up-to-date information about VHW will be available on the DVA website: http://www.dva.gov.au The Listening Post August 2012 5 From the President’s Pen

Centenary of ANZAC port in this regard and further funding online from DVA soon. together with the Chief of Navy, Vice arrangements will be made shortly. Admiral Ray Griggs AO CSC RAN With just over two years to go it’s How to Obtain Service & has unveiled a new medal of recogni- Special mention must be made of the time to make decisions at Sub- Medical Records tion for Australia’s Defence Force. The commitment by the president of the Branch level as to how this ‘once in RSL Pension Officers and Advocates Australian Operational Service Medal Albany Sub-Branch, Peter Aspinall and a lifetime’ event is going to be com- would like to advise veterans of the will for the first time recognise the our project consultant Geoff Hand for memorated, especially at your local process required for them to access their efforts of Navy personnel carrying out their untiring efforts to drive this project Service and medical records. The fol- border protection work. The medal is an level. It is not only a Sub-Branch forward. I am confident that their com- lowing information is published to assist acknowledgment of the difficult job car- event but one that should embrace mitment will deliver a world class com- veterans in this regard: ried out in border protection, including the entire community. memorative site in Albany and serve as a “In an effort to streamline the process of intercepting foreign fishing boats. We all have a responsibility to ensure fitting centre that will honour our fallen acquiring documents to support claims the birth of the ANZAC Spirit is well of one of the most horrific wars of our “This is our way of acknowledging the for compensation through the Department remembered for this and future genera- time. tough and dangerous work hundreds of of Veterans’ Affairs, members can apply tions. It would appear as though Federal men and women in our defence forc- Veterans’ Health Week will be held on for copies of their Service or medi- Government funding will be very lim- es carry out protecting Australia,” Mr 22–28 October 2012 and provides an cal records on the internet through the ited and planned local activities may Snowdon said. opportunity for veterans, war widows, Department of Defence website. be reliant on the generosity of local widowers, current and ex-Australian “Personnel involved on operations since community organisations to achieve a Defence Force members and their fami- If a former member of the Australian 1997 including CRANBERRY, DIRK, good outcome. We understand that a lies to participate, connect and influence Defence Force wishes to have access STANHOPE, MISTRAL, TEEBONE, travelling ‘Roadshow’ will visit rural the health and wellbeing of themselves to Service or medical records, or if CELESTA, SUTTON, GEMSBOK, areas throughout Australia over the peri- and their friends. DVA is partnering the request is from an advocate of an RELEX, RELEX II and RESOLUTE, od 2014 -18 to permit engagement of with Ex-Service Organisations (ESOs) Ex-Service Organisation assisting with will be eligible for the medal.” residents of rural and remote areas of the a claim, application for these records and community groups to develop a “In addition to personnel deployed on country in the commemorative activities. program of fun and interactive activities may be made through the Freedom While this is an interesting concept the of Information and Information Naval vessels, P3 RAAF Orion crews at a local level. This year’s focus is on and Australian army personnel in the final details of this project are yet to be social inclusion—encouraging members Management Branch of the Department released. of Defence. Regional Force Surveillance Units, of the veteran community to think about including NORFORCE, will also for the The Departure of the Fleet from Albany the importance of social inclusiveness Army medical records for people dis- first time be eligible for recognition of in November 1914 has been acknowl- on their health and wellbeing and con- charged prior to 1947 and Air Force operational service under border opera- edged as the beginning of the ANZAC sider making positive changes to their medical records for people discharged tions,” Mr Snowdon said. Legend and the planning for the re- lifestyle to live a stronger, healthier and prior to 1952 are held by the Department The Australian Operational Service enactment of that event is well under happier life. For veterans, social inclu- of Veterans Affairs (DVA) therefore, if Medal, will replace the Australian Active way as is the construction of an ANZAC sion is about welcoming, accepting and your request falls within this period, Service Medal and Australian Service Information Centre on Mt Adelaide – the including people into social groups and please contact DVA. area that overlooks the location where activities. Medal for new military operations, which If you are requesting service records of the Convoys assembled prior to depar- will be phased out as current operations An information resource kit is current- an Australian member who served during ture for the battlegrounds of the Great wind up. ly being developed and will assist the World War I and World War II it is rec- War. The medal will be presented with a Veterans’ Access Network and ESOs ommended that you contact the National unique ribbon to identify individual At this stage the organising committee to organise events and activities during Archives of Australia (NAA) in the first operations. is actively promoting the project with the week. Limited funding will also be instance. potential sponsors as it is important the available for community groups who An initial supply of medals is pres- New Medal of Recognition for Defence corporate world is involved in the com- are looking to undertake such activities. ently being sourced, and it is hoped that memorative activities. I am pleased to More information on the resource kit and The Minister for Defence Science these will be available within the coming be able to say we have considerable sup- funding applications will be available and Personnel, Warren Snowdon, months. continued page 15 DEFAMATION People say things about each other all the time. forwards this e-mail to third parties which then e-mail originally sent by you when they forward that So much so, that we have a variety of ways to comes to the attention of the person defamed. e-mail. If your e-mail has been edited you may find yourself being accused of defamation and you may be describe this very common human behaviour. There have been many cases where people have been required to produce evidence to show that the edited We call it gossiping, scandal mongering, back- defamed using the internet which are not discussed e-mail was not sent by you. If you are concerned that biting… here but which readers should be mindful of. someone may edit an e-mail sent by you it is best to The legal term for this behaviour is “defamation”, It is easy, in a moment of anger or frustration, to state ensure that you always keep a copy of the sent e-mail where it involves a statement about another person a little too frankly what you think about someone else. for yourself. You can keep an electronic copy or print which: In fact, it is so easy to do this that it can be dangerous.. the e-mail. E-mails can be quickly written and sent to many people a) is communicated verbally or in writing to another To avoid being accused of defaming some- simultaneously. Once sent, they are permanent and person; one else or re-publishing someone else’s cannot be retrieved. b) has the potential of causing damage to that other defamatory statements, it is always best to ensure: If you send an e-mail to another person that con- person’s reputation; and 1. you do not forward emails which contain contro- tains defamatory statements, you may be versial comments sent to you by others; c) is false. liable to pay damages to the person defamed. You may 2. you read through and satisfy yourself that you are These days, people access and use the internet and also be liable to pay damages to the person defamed if comfortable with, everything contained in an email communicate by way of e-mails and social network- you receive an e-mail that contains defamatory com- sent to you by someone else before you forward it; ing with increasing frequency. As a result, defamatory ments and: and statements are becoming increasingly common. 1. forward that e-mail to others; or 3. you avoid making statements that others could In this article, we look at what happens when: 2. reply to the e-mail and copy other recipients into interpret as damaging to their reputation. 1. a person sends an e-mail containing a defamatory the reply. The information contained in this article is intended as statement to a number of people, and this e-mail has If that happens, you may receive a letter a brief and general summary of one aspect of the law of been brought to the attention of the person defamed; from a lawyer and be forced to retain your own defamation, current at the time of publication. Should and lawyer to respond and potentially apologise for making you have a specific query in relation to an allegation of the defamatory statements or passing them on. 2. a person sends a private e-mail containing a defama- defamation or an e-mail you have received or intend to tory statement to one person, and that person then Be aware that it is very easy for someone to edit an send, you should seek advice from a lawyer. 6 The Listening Post August 2012 FROM THE John Curtin Australia’s War Time John Joseph Ambrose Curtin was born in December 1919 ‘Melbourne Herald’ on 27 December 1941. Creswick, who Victoria on 8 January 1885. Curtin, while being in poor health, reluctantly “Without any inhibitions of any kind I make it quite He was the eldest son of Victorian policeman contested the seat of Perth in the Federal elections clear that Australia looks to America, free from any John Curtin and his wife Catherine Bourke of 1917 and 1919 but was soundly defeated. It was pangs as to our traditional links or kinship with the were both Irish immigrants. Due to ill health at this time that Curtin’s public profile began to grow United Kingdom. as an editor and also as a lecturer for the Australian John Curtin (Senior) had to resign from the We know the problems that the United Kingdom police force seeking employment in various Journalist Association (AJA). Curtin carried out his teaching and examination without charging fees as he faces. We know the constant threat of invasion. We jobs, finally securing a position as a publican know the dangers of dispersal of strength, but we was endeavouring to improve the skills of journalists. in rural Victoria. know, too, that Australia can go and Britain can still As a result of economic circumstances the Curtin In 1924, Curtin travelled to Geneva to represent hold on. the Federal Bruce Page National Country Party at family was forced to live in increasing impoverished We are, therefore, determined that Australia shall the International Labour Movement (ILM), which conditions in a succession of country towns. They not go, and we shall devote all our energies towards also heightened his interest in the potential ‘League finally returned to Melbourne where the mother the shaping of a plan, with the United States as of Nations’, the forerunner of the formation of the assumed the primary role of provider for the family its keystone, which will give to our country some ‘United Nations’(UN). A year later Curtin contested which made it necessary for Curtin to leave school confidence of being able to hold out until the tide of the Fremantle seat in the Federal Parliament. He was at the age of 14 to get a job. He worked in several battle swings against our enemy.” defeated again so he continued with his editorial jobs before securing a permanent position with Titan duties and his lecturing. When Singapore fell to the Japanese on 15 February Manufacturing Company in 1903. 1942, Curtin in a press statement told the Australian In 1928 Curtin was successful in entering Federal people: Having been raised as a Catholic, Curtin joined the Parliament as the member for Fremantle. Due to Salvation Army for a short time in Melbourne. It was the Great Depression, the Bruce-Page coalition was “The fall of Singapore can only be described as this experience with his family and the Salvation forced to the polls, resulting in Labor gaining power Australia’s Dunkirk…[The] fall of Dunkirk initiated Army that set the young John Curtin on a socialist in 1929. Labor was still in a hopeless position and, as the battle for Britain. The fall of Singapore opens path that was to stay with him for the rest of his life. a result, the United Australian Party (UAP) regained the Battle for Australia…What the Battle for Britain required, so the Battle for Australia requires…Our Although an active Australian Labour Party (ALP) power in 1931. This setback was a defining moment for Curtin which fuelled changes to his thinking on honeymoon has finished. It is now work or fight as we member, Curtin joined the more radical Victoria have never worked or fought before…” Socialist Party (VSP) which was formed in 1906 by full employment and banking reform issues in later British Trade Union official Tom Mann. When Tom years. Four days later – and after the first bombing of Darwin, the first ‘physical contact of war within Mann returned to the U.K., Curtin served as secretary Despite suggestions that he should return to Victoria Australia’ – Curtin, from hospital where he had been for the VSP. In 1911, Curtin resigned from the VSP to contest a seat held by his long-time friend and admitted with gastritis, was asking Australians each mentor Frank Anstey, Curtin stood again for the seat and Titan Manufacturing Company to take up a to ‘vow that this blow at Darwin and the loss it has of Fremantle, which he won marginally. full time position as secretary of Timber Worker’s involved and the suffering it has occasioned shall Union. It was at this time Curtin met his wife Elsie In September 1935 Scullin had stood down as Curtin gird our loins and nerve our steel’. Needham, daughter of Abraham Needham. Over the won the Federal ALP leadership by one vote from next few years the Curtin’s had two children, Elsie Against this backdrop Curtin and Churchill engaged Scullin’s deputy Frank Forde. Curtin’s success was in a war of cables concerning the control of two and John. attributed to his unswerving loyalty to the ALP. divisions of Australian troops returning from the At the outbreak of World War I in 1914, Curtin, an During the crises years of the Great War (WW1) and Middle East with the Dutch East Indies as their ALP candidate, sought support from the Labour the Great Depression he lived in “The West” and was original intended destination. While Curtin was Movement to prevent war. However, political unaffected by the Labour movement infighting in urging that these troops should now return to Australia “The East.” necessity saw the peace movement swept aside in to take part in the defence of their homeland against a the Federal election held in that same year. Curtin was a strong supporter for the build-up of possible Japanese invasion, Churchill, supported by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). When war US President Roosevelt, wanted at least one of the With growing dissatisfaction within the Union broke out in 1939, he backed Australian participation, divisions to be diverted to Burma to help keep China Movement, declining membership and with charges however he was still opposed to compulsory military in the war and provide a base for future operations of embezzlement at the Union Office, Curtin was training and warned of leaving Australian undefended against Japan itself. admitted to hospital with a drinking problem. In with the dispatch of a Voluntary expeditionary force When Churchill unilaterally ordered the diversion December 1916 he was jailed for failing to respond to to the European theatre, a move that Prime Minister of the Australian 7th Division to Burma, Curtin, a call up order. However, he was released a few days Menzies confirmed on the 28 November 1939. who was ‘unable to sleep for days at a time’ later and, with the influence of friends and colleagues, After the election of 1940 Curtin found himself as while the troops were crossing the Indian Ocean, he was appointed as editor of The Westralian Worker countermanded this order, telling the British Prime which was a paper owned by the Australia’s Working head of a party that included Ben Chifley and Dr Herbert Vere Evatt who had chosen to stand down Minister that ‘it was quite impossible to reverse a Union in WA. John Curtin arrived in Perth in 1917 from “The High Court of Australia” to contest this decision which we have made with the utmost care’. and now Curtin had the vehicle to oppose Billy election. With the outbreak of War Menzies did agree Curtin became the first Australian Prime Minister to Hughes on the issue of conscription. to Curtin’s proposal to establish an ‘Advisory War address the American people referring to Australia as As leading figure in the ALP in Western Australian Council.’ This proposal gave Curtin an awareness of the last “bastion between the West Coast of America and a close friend of Phillip Collier, who had become war policy issues, without having to be responsible for and the Japanese invaders.” Four days later, General leader of “The Western Australia Parliamentary any community backlash against wartime controls. Douglas MacArthur “With Prime Minister Curtin’s Labour Party” in 1917, Curtin was fined for making On the 7 October 1941 Curtin was elected as Prime agreement,” was appointed as supreme commander a statement “likely to cause disaffection to his Minister of Australia. On the 8 December, Curtin of South West Pacific. The working relationship Majesty” when he urged ‘rebellion’ on the crowd was woken by his press secretary advising him of the between these two men from different background if conscription was forced upon them. Curtin also Japanese attack on US home soil of Pearl Harbour. and personalities has become a legend in its own suffered from personal problems with the death of his Japanese activities had necessitated that Australia, in right. father in March of 1919 and, seven weeks later, the its own right, declare war on a foreign power. With As the months of war went by the task of maintaining death of close friend Frank Hyett. the UK in a desperate struggle in Europe, Curtin a total war effort required rationing a wide range delivered a message to the Australian public via the of good and services, with added taxes on alcohol, Electoral defeats in 1917 and in The Listening Post August 2012 7

BUNKER with Denis Connelly Prime Minister tobacco, theatre tickets, horse racing, grey hound On 12 July the Labor Caucus elected Ben Chifley racing and restrictions on restaurant meals and to the leadership by a substantial majority and his cafes. government was sworn in on the following day, By mid-September 1942, the tide of war was with the only change from Curtin’s last Ministry turning, the Japanese were being pushed back being the inclusion of a Western Australian, Herbert along the Kokoda Track, and Allied victory and El V Johnson, to replace Curtin himself. Chifley had Alamein allowed the 9th Division to return to the always been a valuable, personal and political ally defence of Australia. and confidante to Curtin, and his weeks as Acting Prime Minister after Curtin’s hospitalisation in In 1944 Curtin’s own health became an ever April undoubtedly contributed to the ease of his John Curtin addresses a meeting of Labor parliamentarians in 1937 increasing concern after an overseas trip to the U.S. victory. with leader of the ‘Lang Labor’ faction, Jack Lang (third from right) in and U.K. “He was never the same man again” a attendance. close friend observed. Heart trouble had forced him For Geoffrey Serle, the ‘great justification of Curtin to hospital in November and he did not return to as Prime Minister is not merely that there was no duty until January 1945. viable alternative government in 1941–45, but that his contemporaries acknowledged that no After suffering a coronary occlusion in November other politician was fit for the task’. At Australia’s 1944, Curtin was hospitalised in Melbourne. His most critical hour Curtin ‘successfully rejected daughter Elsie came to Melbourne to be with him himself as national leader, inspiring respect from as he slowly recovered and then his wife came to cynical Australians as few Prime Ministers have Canberra and stayed with him at The Lodge until he done. His achievements all derive essentially from resumed official duties on 22 January 1945. Almost character… in terms of ideals, the inscription on his immediately he had to defend his government gravestone perhaps best sums up Curtin’s outlook against charges that moves to nationalise Australia’s and contribution to Australia: internal airlines were part of a wider ‘socialist agenda’. These moves were blocked by the High His country was his pride Court and subsequently the Chifley Government His brother man his cause. John Curtin and US General Douglas MacArthur meet at Parliament established Trans Australia Airlines in 1946 and House on 26 March 1942. “If ever a man was born to lead this nation into acquired Qantas in 1947. time of peace and in the paths of peace it was John At the same time, in a speech to government Curtin. If ever a man was born to apply his vision and industry representatives, Curtin described of what Australia at peace could be, his vision of government action to prevent rising unemployment what Australia at Peace should become in his time, as the necessity of an ‘enlarged role’ for government. he was John Curtin." On 28 February 1945 he made what might be -Former Prime Minister of Australia, described as his last major parliamentary speech, Gough Whitlam which dealt with the war effort (past and present) and canvassed the prospects for an international Reference: peacekeeping organisation, warning that ‘countries 1.Black D., Wallace and John Curtin Archives. cannot always have their own way, if they really 2.Australia Wartime Prime Minister. wish to live in amity’. 3.John Curtin University. 4.National Archives of Australia (NAA) On 18 April Curtin paid his parliamentary tribute to Canberra. Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who had died six days New Prime Minister John Curtin, Treasurer Ben Chifley and Minister earlier. At the end of the month Curtin was admitted for Supply Jack Beasley display Australia’s latest defence acquisition, the Denis Connelly Bren gun carrier. to a private hospital in Canberra and, with Frank Forde absent at the San Francisco Conference, it fell to Chifley, the Acting Prime Minister, to announce the German surrender on 8 May. After several weeks in hospital, Curtin returned to The Lodge and remained there with his wife Elsie until his death on 5 July 1945. After services in Canberra and a lying-in-state in King’s Hall on 6 July, his body was flown to Perth and he was buried at Karrakatta Cemetery on Sunday, 8 July before a crowd estimated at over 20, 000. For much of his life Curtin had not been a religious man and there is conflicting evidence about the extent to which he maintained his beliefs, but it was at Curtin’s own request, made in his final weeks, that the funeral service was conducted by his friend, the Reverend Hector Harrison, a Studio portrait of the Australian Prime Presbyterian. Curtin’s deputy, Frank Forde, who Minister and Minister for Defence Co-ordination, Mr John Curtin. John Canberra, ACT. 1944-03-18. The Prime Minister of Australia, The Right Honourable John had returned from the San Francisco conference Curtin died in Canberra on 6 July 1945, Curtin (right) introducing General Douglas MacArthur, DSC DSM GCB, Supreme Commander only a few days before Curtin’s death, served as after a few weeks' illness. He assumed office in Chief, South West Pacific area, to the Leader of the Opposition in the Federal parliament, the Right Honourable R. G. Menzies, KC, at a dinner given in General MacArthur's honour in Prime Minister for only one week, still the shortest in October 1941 and it was acknowledged that the strain of wartime anxiety and Parliament House. Seated at the table is the Right Honourable Frank M. Forde, Minister for the term ever for any Australian prime minister. administrations had hastened his death. Army and Deputy Prime Minister. 8 The Listening Post August 2012 June Welfare & Pension News With 2012 Rosalind Howat Welfare Officer Are you having trouble paying your utility Rosalind Howat at ANZAC House. area. If you would like to arrange a visitor for your- and other household bills? The Trustees will evaluate all reasonable requests self or a loved one please refer to the hospital visitors We may be able to help you. for assistance. Financial grants are restricted to those list. A few of the volunteers, as required are happy to RSL Welfare provides financial assistance to help ex-ser- that are genuinely in need and unable to pay for some visit lonely veterans in Nursing Homes as required. vice members and their dependants who are experiencing item or purpose required to preserve the quality of To arrange a Nursing Home visit please contact the financial difficulties pay their utility and other household Welfare Officer. bills. life. For further information please contact the Fund Administrator. How do I apply? Take care till next time The RSL has a number of wonderful volunteers who To apply for assistance you must contact the Welfare ROSALIND HOWAT Officer, Ms Rosalind Howat on 9287 3707 or 0412 009 regularly visit veterans in hospitals in the metropolitan State Welfare Officer 191. It is important you do this before the due date on the account to avoid additional charges. HOSPITAL VISITORS LIST What do I bring to the appointment? To receive assistance you must provide the following, Volunteer Contact Number Hospital Visited proof of service, a recent bank statement showing your Ms Remah Glencorse & 0447 007 522 Hollywood Private Hospital financial situation and a copy of any accounts requiring Ms Bernadine De As Above St John of God payment. Beaux Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Food & Household Items Shenton Park Rehabilitation The RSL can also provide ex-service members in financial Mr John Duffy 9401 5815 or Joondalup Hospital hardship Coles or Woolworth’s Essentials Cards to pur- 0413780278 Glengarry Hospital chase food, fuel or necessary household items. Osborne Park Hospital The WA Sailors Soldiers & Airmen’s Relief Mr Mike Harness 9293 1076 or Kalamunda Hospital Trust Fund 0419 091 708 Armadale Hospital Another area of assistance available to ex-service mem- Bentley Hospital bers and their dependants is the WA Aged Sailors, Soldiers Mr Bill Adamson 9295 5354 Mercy Hospital & Airmen’s Relief Trust Fund. The Trustees meet on the Swan Districts Hospital second Tuesday of each month to consider applications Swan Seniors Mental Health Facility for assistance. Application forms are available from www. rslwahq.org.au just follow the link in PAWS. This will RSL welfare Officer 9287 3707 or Royal Perth Hospital take you to information about the Trust Fund and an online 0412 009 191 Others as required application for assistance form. When completed, this Rev Canon Ken Barrett 9581 2519 Peel Hospital form can be lodged directly to the Fund Administrator. RSL Care, Mandurah For veterans without access to the internet an application Mr John Rankin 0438 264 371 PFremantle Hospital form is still available from the Fund Administrator, Ms Alma Street Hospital Insurance Renewal 2012-13 As part of the ongoing process of maintaining up to date Sub-Branches which have not returned the and therefore the claims and premium will be information for insurance purposes, a General Insurance GIQ and had buildings/contents/machinery reflective of this. breakdown cover in past years have been Questionnaire (“GIQ”) was issued to all Sub-Branches 4.Increased values of Sub Branch properties included in the Insurance Renewal calculations and Clubs on 30 May, 2012. Whilst the response has been due to current market value assessment rather at the last provided value/s (being in some generally good, some 65 Sub Branches have not returned than historical values from the past. the GIQ (nil returns are also requested as confirmation cases 2 or more years ago). Also the excess/deductible amount has Sub-Branches which have returned the GIQ that insurances are not required and have not simply been generally been increased by the insurance overlooked). and did not indicate any change to previously provided insured values will remain insured at company to $1,000 although this does depend Information provided in completed GIQs has been used to update those values. on the type of claim and the relevant policy asset values for inclusion in the insurance renewal policies, under which a claim is being lodged. Where insurance is not taken out for the workers compensation insurance where applicable and calculation Insurance Policies in place include Industrial of total premiums for the 2012-13 financial year. full value, the relevant Sub-Branch will be considered to be underinsured and will be Special Risks, General Property, Commercial treated as its own insurer for the difference in Motor Vehicle, Fidelity Guarantee, Public the event of a claim, that is, it will have to pay Liability, Professional Indemnity, Director’s a rateable proportion of any loss incurred. & Officer’s Liability Insurance, Employment Practices Liability, Voluntary Workers, Journey A simple example of how this applies is:- Insurance, Machinery breakdown, Corporate Full insurable value of asset $100,000 Travel Insurance, and Workers Compensation Selected sum insured $50,000 You are your own insurer for 50% as applicable. Cost of repair due to fire damage $40,000 Insurer will pay $20,000 You must pay the remaining Details of Insurance Policies and applicable $20,000 terms are available on request to the State For this reason, it is important to take care Accountant, Peter McGlade, on 9287 3718 or to ensure that the relevant property/asset is by email to [email protected]. insured for its full value. RSLWA HQ has paid the renewals on all of Insurance premiums for 2012-13 have the insurance policies for 2012-13 and the increased significantly to last year due to:- appropriate Sub-Branch / Club’s share will be 1.Increases in the whole insurance market / invoiced within the next 1-2 weeks. industry due to a number of factors including As soon as the relevant invoice is paid, RSLWA global re-insurance policies, catastrophe HQ will send out the relevant Certificate/s of claims in Australia and Investment Revenue Currency to the Sub-Branch. reducing for insurance companies. On a related matter, if your Sub-Branch or 2.Increased claims by RSLWA and / or Sub Club has a motor vehicle or trailer, please send Branches in 2011-12. a copy of the current registration papers to 3.Loss of economies of scale following the RSLWA HQ (Attn: Peter McGlade) so we can sale of RSL Care. Insurers will now look at the ensure that it is covered by insurance and the RSLWA as a standalone entity in its own right asset register contains correct details. The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Augustg Post October2012 20099 9 ANZAC Day 1916 In recent months the transformation of the Perth Street, Hay Street, Victoria Ave, St Georges Terrace, so honoured in the Great War. He returned to Fremantle Esplanade has been a hot issue. It was reclaimed Barrack Street and onto Perth Esplanade through a three days before ANZAC Day and was reluctant to talk from the shallows of the Swan River in the last magnificent arch decorated with the flags of many about Gallipoli. Eight months earlier he took part in decades of the 19th century and reserved for nations and the single word ANZAC. the assault on Hill 60 recorded as a Gallipoli slaughter house, where he was severely wounded and evacuated public usage. Well before the Great War of 1914- The parade was a hollow square with wounded men to England. He returned to active service in the Middle 18 the Perth Esplanade was the scene of ceremo- in cars forming a line behind the saluting dais and the East and in 1917 was again wounded in an action that nial parades and featured the annual ANZAC Gallipoli veterans in the centre ready to be inspected killed his brother. He returned to his regiment and was Day ceremony from 1916 to 2011. by the Governor, Major General Sir Harry Barron, who at the head of the 10th Light Horse Guard of Honour at addressed the assembly: In 1916 there were no plans for an annual ANZAC Day the fall of Jerusalem. parade only a common hope expressed by the editor of “On the far-flung battle fronts men are performing ANZAC Day has become an annual event, Mayor Rea’s The West Australian: every day, countless deeds of valour. But in the minds vision of a Nation united is a reality and Governor of the Australian people, ANZAC Day stands out in “ANZAC Day is surely a unique celebration – some- Barron’s plea for a Perth memorial with the words, bold relief. It reflects the heroism of their own men; thing that touches national sentiment infinitely more “They did their duty they did their bit. You are heroes and it has given to the Commonwealth a long roll of closely than any day Australia has ever kept before. It all” gave way to three immortal words carved into the national young worthies.” is a memorial and will, we hope, be observed everlast- grey granite of our State War Memorial in Kings Park; ingly as a memorial to those who have fallen, and it At the Gallipoli luncheon at the Perth Town Hall, the LEST WE FORGET. is an occasion for honour to those who have safely Governor expressed the hope that when the war was Dr Neville Green AM returned. It is no holiday in the accustomed sense. over and a memorial erected in Perth it would carry the There is none of the carnival spirit abroad, reflected simple inscription, “They did their duty they did their for instance in hilarious street scenes. Our rejoicing bit. You are heroes all” cannot but be tinged with sorrow for the loss of those The Mayor of Perth, Mr Frank Rea, spoke of the land- brave souls who have fought their last fight and our ing at Gallipoli as that single day in the history of all pride mingled with reverent memories of the gallantry, nations when they answer the call to defend their liber- courage, endurance and self-sacrifice that have won for ties and he firmly believed that on 25 April 1915 the all ANZACs an immortal fame.” Australian Nation was born; a reminder that Australia 25 April 1916 was a sunny day when an estimated was recently six independent colonies, not a Nation. 50,000 men, women and children lined streets decorat- During the Governor’s address a young soldier, one ed with flags and bunting to cheer the Gallipoli veterans of three Northam brothers to serve in the war, quietly who had assembled at the Army Drill Hall in Francis entered the hall and Premier Jack Scadden introduced Street for Perth’s first ANZAC Day march. The parade him, “Gentlemen, I give way to Lieutenant Hugo included other Great War veterans, a Boer War contin- Throssell Victoria Cross” and the cheers and applause gent, mounted 10th Light Horse replacements, recruits rocked the Town Hall. Banner Party 1 July 2012, 13 Field Sqn RAE Australia's longest from Blackboy Hill and other training camps and senior serving unit. Photo sent in by Mick Ryan. Army Cadets. The route was Beaufort Street, Barrack Hugo Throssell was the first of ten Western Australians SCHOLARSHIPS Ex-WRANS Visit Bruce Rock Seventeen ex-Women’s Royal Australian Naval Service Association FOR THE CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN WA (WRANS) visited the Bruce Rock War Memorial on 25 May OF EX-SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN 2012. The War Memorial was erected in remembrance of their comrades, the combined service and ex-service women and men who served in World War II, Vietnam, Papua New Guinea, Korea and the Peace Corps. Plaques commemorating the service and valour of these men and women are fixed onto great boulders which are set in a memorial garden for all time. The Ex-WRANS of WA was formed in 1971 and last year celebrated its 40th anniversary. They have 100 financial members, including 17 World War II members and meet monthly at ANZAC House in Perth. The group exists to link old shipmates and provide a venue for these old friends to meet and to provide financial support to charities. During the year they hold lunches, organise bus trips and enjoy guest speakers. This was the first time the ex-WRANS had visited the war memorial garden in Bruce Rock. Photo courtesy of the University of Adelaide The group of women chartered a bus and left the city in the early morn- The Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust is a ing and travelled through Quairading, then on to Shackleton to see Australia’s smallest bank and finally arriving in Bruce Rock for lunch not-for-profit organisation. AVCAT administer “YOUR scholarships to help children and grandchildren of the SCHOLARSHIP WAS at the hotel. Australian ex-service community with the costs of INVALUABLE HELP, The manager and staff of the Bruce Rock Hotel opened the bar and put full-time tertiary education. The most deserving IT ALLOWED ME TO on a special lunch for their visit. candidates are selected on merit and who, without our CONCENTRATE help, would be unable to start or complete studies FULLY ON Photos and article courtesy of the Merredin Mercury, 5 June 2012 without financial difficulty. BECOMING THE BEST DOCTOR I For more information or to apply, contact COULD BE” AVCAT T 02 9213 7999 or 1800 620 361 (voicemail) E [email protected] www.avcat.org.au APPLICATIONS OPEN AUGUST 18

1.Ex-WRANS Janine Pushman, Val Graham, Julia Kleinhanss, Val Tomerini, Lyn Crew, Susan Knaggs, Ann De Vries, Ann Godden, Alice Varley, Sue James (President), Olwyn Banks, Sylvia Carmody, Judy Sullivan, Natalie Cullity, Judith Logan and Coral Devere visited the Bruce Rock War Memorial on 25 May 2012. Photo: William ‘Spud’ Tacey. 10 The Listening Post August 2012 Avenue of Honour in Balingup The Avenue of Honour in Balingup was re-opened in a A crowd of more than 300 attended, many of them performed the re-opening ceremony and Father Ian moving ceremony on Saturday, 28 April 2012. It was descendants of the soldiers being commemorated. The Johnson, Chaplain to 7th Field Battery, re-dedicated the originally opened in August 1932 by Field-Marshal ceremony began with a parade headed by four members Avenue. Descendants were then invited to inspect the Sir William Birdwood in honour of those who enlisted of the 10th Light Horse (Re-enactment) Troop and the new plaques and lay wreaths. from the district and lost their lives in World War I. Bunbury City Band. A jeep carried a lady who had Afternoon tea was served to the strains of the Balingup The Avenue, consisting of 56 oak trees, had fallen into attended the original opening ceremony, and this was String Group, followed by the Bunbury City Band play- disrepair and most of the original plaques were missing. followed by descendants, local RSL members and ex- ing wartime songs. The Balingup Lions Club have replaced the plaques and servicemen. further enhanced the Avenue through planting com- For further information, memorative gardens and installing picnic tables. Steve Dilley, President, Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup, contact Chris Irvine on 9756 2004.

Dawesville RSL Sub-Branch: ANZAC Day in the Certificate of Appreciation City of South Perth

Pictured is Rita Grant with President Neville Hawtin as he is presenting her with a “Certificate of Appreciation” on behalf of the Dawesville RSL Sub-Branch. Rita's outstanding contribution as editor of the Sub-Branch monthly bulletin “Your Shout” for the past 5 years, including printing and dis- tribution has been greatly appreciated by all members and affiliates. Service by handing the dignitaries their The City of South Perth Sub- The content of “Your Shout” has always been both informative and humorous wreaths. Branch supported by the City of and allows all members to keep updated on the Sub-Branch activities. South Perth conducted the ANZAC During the Service two students from Thank you Rita. Day Service at the Memorial in the Aquinas College, Tim Walker and Denise Gibson Memorial Gardens on the corner of Edward Sawle spoke on the subjects South Terrace and Sandgate Street “What ANZAC Day means to me” and in South Perth. “The Value of Peace”. Musicians from Wesley College played the Last Post Pastor Steve Izett of the South Perth and Reveille as they have done for many Snow Baptist Church led the Service which years. The President of the Sub-Branch, was attended by over 600 members of Kevin Trent, presented the two boys, the public. Graham Dalton of the Sub- Hamish McCamish and Callum Hey, Branch laid the first wreath on behalf of Wilson with a Certificate of Appreciation in the RSL. The Mayor Sue Doherty lead recognition of the College’s support for the local members of Parliament and In 2001 Snow Wilson the Service and the Remembrance Day Major Mark Woodhouse of the Pilbara donated a kidney to his ' Service. Regiment and many dignitaries, includ- brother' Bill Coolburra so ing many local community leaders, in the The crowd all stood for the New Zealand that his mate could come laying of wreaths. National Anthem followed by the off dialysis. Australian National Anthem, which they Three Squadron of the Pilbara Regiment This message was signed were asked to sing as the CD player continued to support the Sub-Branch not by attendees at the Waterloo broke down. only by providing a Catafalque Party but Dinner Perth. The operation also attending the Service and laying a Following the Service the gathering went and lead up was a show on TV wreath. for morning tea in the community hall, at the time, not sure of chan- trusting that the public address system nel. Snow is shown left with As in past years the local Scouts and will be improved in 2013. Bill right in Vietnam with Guides assisted at the Service, the 3Troop RAE. Scouts mounted an overnight Vigil at the Kevin Trent – President, City of Perth Memorial and the Guides assisted at the RSL Sub-Branch Mick Ryan - RAEA WA The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Augustg Post October2012 200911 11 How Do You Sikh Community ‘Age Positively’? Ageing is the one thing that all ing for future generations,” Ms Hohaus people ultimately have in common. said. However, the experience of ageing The growing proportion of older adults varies greatly from one person to in Australia stimulated interest in the the next. So, what contributes to concept of ‘healthy ageing’. such differences? And perhaps more “Previous research found a person’s importantly, what factors lead to sense of wellbeing is linked to improved ageing positively? quality of life, including a decreased Researchers at the Griffith University chance of illness and quicker recovery Memory Clinic are seeking to under- from periods of illness.” stand how important life factors such as If you are aged between 60 and 80 relationships and attitudes towards time On 3 March 2012, Terry Reynolds was part of the British Army. affect wellbeing and the way people age. years of age, are healthy and living invited to a ceremony at Adenia Park in The 14th Ferozepur Sikhs served in independently, visit https://prodsurvey. Ferndale by the Sikh Community. Lydia Hohaus, Director of Griffith Gallipoli. During that battle, the 14th rcs.griffith.edu.au/prodls190/index. University Memory Clinic, told DPS The ceremony was held to pay tribute to Sikhs were given arduous tasks by php?sid=95424&lang=en to complete News researchers were interested in find- one of their pilots who was flying for the the British. They were to capture two the questionnaire online. ing out the experiences of older adults RAF and was killed in action. The pilot, Turkish trench lines in an assault which living in the community and are seeking If you prefer to have a paper ques- Flying Officer Manmohan Singh, was took place on 3 and 4 June 1915. The volunteers aged between 60 and 80 years tionnaire mailed to you with a reply flying a PBY Catalina with 205 Squadron Sikhs lost 371 officers, in the last two to complete a questionnaire, which can paid envelope, [email protected]. and was on the water in Broome Harbour World Wars 83,005 Sikh soldiers were be completed online or by mail. au researchers Alita Walters and Jessica at the time. It was on this date, 3 March killed and 109,045 were wounded. They Spark. 1942, that nine Japanese Zeros attacked were killed or wounded for the freedom “By volunteering you would be contrib- Broome Harbour and destroyed all fif- of Britain and her allies during shell fire uting to an important body of research Reproduced from DPS Aged Care teen flying boats still on the water. Over wearing nothing but their Turban, a sym- that could change the experience of age- Guide 100 people were killed, including Flying bol of their faith. Officer Singh. This article was taken from an extract Bomber Command Throughout WWI and WWII the Sikhs from the Sikh brochure at the memorial were the backbone of the allied forces service for the Flying Officer, Manmohan Commemoration on many fronts. Numbering 100,000 Singh. It has been written to bring to This photo is of the four West in the Great War alone, they were the light the number of Sikh veterans and Australians who travelled to largest volunteer group out of India. their families who live in peace and London for the recent unveiling of They received an outstanding number freedom in the Suburbs of Perth and who the Bomber Command Memorial. of awards for gallantry including 14 contribute to the wider community. Doug Arrowsmith Victoria Crosses. When the First World Terry Reynolds - Canning Districts / War broke out in 1914, there were six Victoria Park RSL Club Inc 1.Left to right: Doug Arrowsmith, battalions of the Sikh Regiment forming John Crago, John Ricahrds and Bill Utting.

Curtin Family Home

2012 Program of Events

11 July – 12 August

The National Trust of Australia (WA) invites you to learn more about the life of wartime Prime Minister John Curtin, his wife Elsie and their family. You can join a talk and tour of the house, come to an Open Day or discover how treacherous public life Time to plan. can be at our annual lecture. The Curtins in Cottesloe 11 July - 10 August Time to reflect. “To me …[Cottesloe] … will ever remain home“ (John Curtin). Talk and tour at Curtin Family Home. Sessions will include readings from John and Elsie’s diaries, letters, newspapers of the time and oral histories with the family. Morning/afternoon Time to celebrate. tea is provided. See over for parking. Bookings essential. Days: Monday – Friday 11 July – 10 August We give you time. Times: 10am – 11.30am or 1.30pm - 3.00pm Location: Curtin Family Home, 24 Jarrad St, Cottesloe. Cost: $10 ($8 National Trust Members) Book now: Bookings essential. Groups (max 20) or individuals. Phone 9321 6088 or email [email protected] Proudly supporting the RSL in Western Australia Curtin Family Home Open Day Sunday 5 August Discounts for RSL members and their spouses One of only three homes of former Australian Prime Ministers open to the public, Curtin Family Home was lived in by members of the family for over 75 years. Games for children and an opportunity to follow ‘Elsie’ as she takes you on an audio tour of the house. MIDLAND 239 Great Eastern Hwy 9274 3866 When: 11am – 4pm. Readings at 2pm Location: Curtin Family Home, 24 Jarrad St, Cottesloe.

(Cnr Brockman Rd) Cost: Entry by donation

NORTH PERTH 15 Scarborough Beach Rd 9444 4835 Curtin Family Home Lecture Wednesday 3 October The pressures of a high profile public life can be devastating both personally and professionally. Many of our politicians and their families have had to deal with the demons SOUTH FREMANTLE 254 Hampton Rd 9335 4111 that can plague us all under the spotlight of constant scrutiny and demanding workloads. Andrew Robb AD MP, Federal Member for Goldstein, has gone public with his personal fight with depression. Hear his story at this year’s Curtin Family Home Lecture. VICTORIA PARK 289 Albany Hwy 9361 1185 For more details contact the National Trust via [email protected] or phone 9321 6088.

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Australian Owned I 24 Hours I All Areas I Prearranged Funerals 12 The Listening Post August 2012 Psychological Resilience and PTSD Modern warfare is still exacting a price who protested loudest, as many became prepares the Army community – includ- are now developing their own programs. on our military service men and women, the next generation of state and federal ing all Soldiers, Family members and The American RAND study reasserts their families and their communities. politicians. Department of the Army (DA) Civilians that individual, family, military unit and Traumatic events that involve death and – not only to survive, but also to thrive in community level factors all need to be What we are now seeing is that PTSD fear often elicit the symptoms of what is the face of protracted warfare and every- coordinated to ameliorate PTSD and its did not disappear with the Vietnam vet- now known as post-traumatic stress dis- day challenges of Army life”. The intent effect on our military and their families. erans, and Australia’s involvement in order in those afflicted. During the First of resilience training as shown in Figure Significantly, the principles of resilience a variety of conflicts has continued to World War the public became aware of 1.2 (below) indicates how soldiers are training are applicable in all uniformed this condition, and it was known as shell- generate new PTSD cases, even among expected to progress from casualties to services including the police, prisons, shock, battle fatigue, and traumatic war elite troops. While there is a huge per- “warrior status” on the path to recovery. fire and ambulance. PTSD is a price that sonal cost to those afflicted by PTSD, families and society should not have to neuroses. Probably as a consequence of A major change in CSF is that the NCOs PTSD some 266 British soldiers were Dao (2012) reported in The New York pay in this modern era. Times that a diagnosis of PTSD could have a strong educative and mentoring executed for cowardice, but they were role in ensuring each soldier’s men- Lest we forget. all posthumously pardoned in 2006. cost the government $1.5m for the term of the soldier’s life. Dao’s (2012) arti- tal fitness, as they take on the roles Dr Neil MacNeill The catastrophic consequences of the cle also suggested that the American of Master Resilience Trainers (MRT). Vietnam War saw PTSD recognised as military is labelling some soldiers with While the training skills are a discrete condition, and thrust into the “Personality Disorder” to circumvent variations and extensions on public domain. The factors that exacer- future PTSD claims. what good officers and NCOs bated PTSD in Vietnam veterans were would already do, the training primarily the failure of the home coun- There has been a growing interest in package gives a research-based tries to support their troops during the the development of military resilience approach to enhancing positive war (the wharfies refused to load the as an effort to shift military culture thought and extending conse- supply boats); the personal nature of away from a medical model of care to quential resilience at squad and the warfare experiences; the lack of unit a model that focuses on rehabilitative family levels. psychological health. The new American support when individuals flew home This short update is to bring through Sydney airport; the attacks on program called “Comprehensive Soldier all of our RSL members up individual service men and women on Fitness: Strong minds, Strong bodies”, to speed with current thought their return by the violent, Leftist ele- addresses physical, emotional, social, about PTSD, and to acknowl- ments; and while society shunned the family and spiritual training. The aim edge that the Australian returned, it publicly rewarded those of CSF is “… a long term strategy that Department of Defence/DVA 1.(Meredith et al., 2011, p. 6)

HM The Queen Unveils the Bomber Command Memorial in London

More than 2,000 Bomber Command tingent of Australia’s Federation Guard. A highlight was a flypast of the Battle veterans and their families watched of Britain Memorial Flight Lancaster as the Queen dedicated the Bomber bomber which dropped one million Command Memorial in Queen’s paper poppy petals as a tribute to the Park on 28 June. Included in their 55,573 fallen and to signify the dedi- number was an official Australian cation of the memorial. The memorial government delegation of 31 veter- took more than three years to design and spirit of Bomber Command aircrews. Bomber Command Mission Director ans from the RAAF who flew with construct. Its roof is made from sections MAJGEN Mark Kelly said the Australian “It epitomises what our whole crew the RAAF squadrons or were post- of a Handley Page Halifax III bomb- Bomber Command veterans were great would look like after coming back from ed to RAF squadrons and more er which was found in Belgium well Australians. “They are national treasures than 70 who travelled after receiv- after WWII ended. The centrepiece is a raid,” Mr Chester-Master said. “We’d and we are lucky to have these men to be ing assistance from the government, a sculpture of a Bomber Command air- be tired, a little bit buggered and looking able to travel to the United Kingdom,” the RAAF Association and Bomber crew which appear to have just returned forward to our bacon and eggs. “We’d MAJGEN Kelly said. “They are just like from a mission and are gazing wearily Command Commemoration Day also be looking to the sky to see how the Australian young men and women to the sky waiting for other aircraft and many more aircraft were going to come who are in our ADF today and particu- Foundation. their mates to return from a mission. home.” larly they represent the early years of the CAF AIRMSHL Geoff Brown led the Former Australian Lancaster bomber RAAF.” Australian Defence delegation which rear gunner Robert Charles Chester- Repatriation Commissioner for the included 13 members of the RAAF con- Master said the memorial captured the Department of Veterans’ Affairs and the From the Royal Australian Air Force

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Forget the expensive skin creams, The volunteers were exposed to UV they are old had worse scores in memory tomatoes may provide the best rays found in sunlight at the begin- tests. They were five times more likely to The startling findings showed 70% of people defence to keeping skin looking ning and end of the trial. end up with a diagnosis of dementia, simply who were encouraged to see themselves as older and to believe that ageing was associ- young and safe from sun damage, because of their attitude towards ageing. say scientists. The researchers found significant ated with a general decline in ability met the improvement in the skin’s ability In contrast, people of a similar age who felt criterion for dementia. Tests show eating tomato paste to protect itself against UV among younger received better scores. In comparison, just 14% of those primed to could help protect against sunburn those eating tomato paste. and skin ageing caused by sunlight The findings from researchers at the see themselves as being ‘younger’ fitted the exposure. Compared with the other women, University of Exeter suggest attitudes diagnosis. the tomato-eating group had 33% towards ageing could have a huge impact on The age-defying ingredient is lyco- Lead author, Dr Catherine Haslam, said more protection against sunburn in dementia diagnosis. pene – the natural pigment that people who see themselves as ‘older’ could the form of less redness. makes tomatoes red – with highest The study was presented yesterday (Tuesday, be labelled as having dementia as a result of levels found in processed or cooked There was also less damage to mito- 12 June 2012) at the International Conference their attitude. tomatoes used in ketchup, paste, chondrial DNA in the skin, which on Social Identity and Health at the univer- She said: “Our research shows that the effect soup and juice. is also believed to be linked to skin sity. of age perceptions on performance can be In the study, women eating a diet ageing. It involved 68 people, aged between 60 and dramatic, and that seeing oneself as ‘older’ rich in processed tomatoes had Professor Helena Prince, derma- 70 years, who were primed to either feel significantly increases a person’s risk of being diagnosed with dementia on such tests. increased skin protection, as seen tology scientist at the University older or younger than other test participants. by a reduction in skin redness and of Melbourne, told DPS News the Those in the ‘older’ group were told partici- “It highlights the importance of taking a per- less DNA damage from ultraviolet protective effect of eating tomatoes pants ranged from 40 to 70 years, encourag- son’s attitude towards their age into account (UV) exposure. on our mitochondria is important as ing them to think of themselves as being at when assessing for dementia,” she added. Researchers compared the skin of they are the energy producers in all the upper end of the age spectrum. New South Wales dementia expert, Harrison 20 women, half of whom were our body cells including skin. Those in the ‘younger’ group were told the Bentley, told DPS News the international given five tablespoons (55g) of study does hold some truth. standard tomato paste with 10g of “Therefore, being kind to our mito- ages of participants ranged from 60 to 90 olive oil every day for 12 weeks. chondria is likely to contribute to years, which encouraged them to think of “Research in Australia also shows thinking improved skin health, which in turn themselves as younger than everyone else. yourself young has beneficial impacts on The effects on their skin were may have an anti-ageing effect,” health in general,” he claimed. compared with the remaining vol- All participants were then given one of two she said. unteers, aged between 21 and 47 articles to read, which either focused on the Reproduced from the DPS years, eating just olive oil for the Reproduced from the DPS effects of age on memory or the impact of Guide to Aged Care same length of time. Guide to Aged Care ageing on general brain functioning. 14 The Listening Post August 2012 Vitamin D and Turning 50 Calcium Longevity Link Really is Fabulous Vitamin D and calcium supplements could help older people live longer, according to a review of existing research. Have you hit ‘fabulous 50’ and won- der what you are in store for? Don’t Scientists from the Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark compared eight randomised, controlled trials that looked at the vitamin D intake of more than fret – it’s all good news from here. 70,000 adults in their 60s and 70s. The UK’s Mail Online reports some of the They found people who took vitamin D supplements, along with their calcium benefits of hitting middle age – and it will supplements, were 9% less likely to die over a three-year period, compared make you breathe a sigh of relief. with people who took no supplements. Allergies decline: After the age of 50, we Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps our bones absorb calcium. Our tend to be less affected by seasonal aller- bodies produce vitamin D when we are exposed to sunlight, or it can be taken gies such as hay fever due to producing in supplement form. less of the allergic antibody IgE which life can in fact improve as orgasm report- triggers the reaction. edly becomes easier with age. For every 151 people who took vitamin D and calcium supplements daily, one less person would die, according to the researchers. Fewer migraines: Studies are showing Fewer colds: American studies show the as many as 40% of women who suffer average person aged 50 years and over has The study author, Professor Lars Rejnmark, said while the results showed reduced mortality in elderly patients using vitamin D supplements in combina- migraines no longer have attacks by the just one or two colds each year, compared tion with calcium, these results were not found in patients on vitamin D alone. age of 65 years. Many find their migraines to two or three colds for those aged in their stop or improve significantly after meno- 20s or young children. Taking the supplements for less than three years did not appear to affect peo- pause as estrogen drops. ple's mortality. Less sensitive teeth: Symptoms of sensi- Less sweaty: As we age, our sweat glands tive teeth reportedly eases as you grow Professor Rejnmark claimed calcium and vitamin D was particularly important reportedly begin to shrink , with some older because more dentin (the tooth’s for post-menopausal women and men from the age of 50. studies finding women aged 52 to 62 years inner hard tissue) is laid down between Carol Nowson, a professor of eating and nutrition at Deakin University, was not sweat less than those aged 20 to 30 years. your enamel and nerves. surprised by the report, stating plenty of previous studies have shown taking Better sex: Inhibitions reportedly drop Better stamina: American sports scientists vitamin D, with or without calcium, can increase longevity. as a person ages, meaning older people report older runners as more mentally “There is more evidence that if you've got more vitamin D, you're going to live report more enjoyable sex after turning resilient and determined to win as they longer, you're going to have lower rates of cardiovascular disease and you're 50. International studies have found 74% train more often. A 16-year study at Yale going to have lower rates of cancer,” she said. of men and 70% of women, aged 60 years University shows runners aged 50 years However, new Swiss research released on Monday, 18 June 2012, suggested and over, reported more satisfying sex and over show greater improvements in calcium supplements doubled the risk of heart attacks. lives than in their 40s. marathon times than their younger coun- terparts. University of Zurich researchers found people who took the pills were 86% Although menopause can cause a drop in more likely to have a heart attack than those who did not take them. libido, some experts claim a woman’s sex DPS Aged Care Guide The risk more than doubled for people taking only calcium supplements, the researchers claimed. Reproduced from the DPS Guide to Aged Care Introducing the new ADCU Have You Had Your Deeming Access Account. Caffeine Hit? Elderly people who regularly drink coffee are more likely to maintain their strength and reduce their chances of falling and injuring themselves, a new study has claimed. It is known that muscle strength declines as we age and it can reduce quality of life. In the new study, researchers at Coventry University looked at whether caffeine could also have a strengthening effect on pensioners. Their study on mice revealed caffeine boosted power in two different muscles in elderly adults – an effect not seen in developing youngsters. "With the importance of maintaining a physically active lifestyle to preserve health and functional capacity, the performance-enhancing benefit of caffeine could prove beneficial in the ageing population," Jason Tallis, who led the study, was quoted as saying by The Daily Mail. In the study, the researchers isolated muscles from mice ranging in age from juvenile to elderly and then tested their performance before and after caffeine treatment. The stimulant is found in coffee and a number of soft drinks. A great way to earn interest without They looked at two different skeletal muscles, which are the muscles we can control voluntarily. The first was the diaphragm, a core muscle used for respira- affecting your retirement. tion; the second was a leg muscle called the extensor digitorum longus (EDL), used for locomotion. "Despite a reduced effect in the elderly, caffeine may still provide performance- To find out more or apply today, enquire in branch, visit enhancing benefits," Mr Tallis said. www.adcu.com.au or call 1300 13 23 28. Consuming caffeine has also been linked to improved thinking processes and improved memory skills in later life. However, previous research has shown excessive caffeine intake may cause the body to rid itself of calcium, which is a nutrient vital in supporting bone strength in later life. It can also temporarily increase blood pressure, although the long-term effects of this are unclear. The Schedule of Fees and Charges and Terms and Conditions should be considered in deciding whether to acquire the product and are available at www.adcu.com.au. Australian Defence Credit Union Limited ABN 48 087 649 741 AFSL No. 237 988. Australian Reproduced from the DPS Guide to Aged Care credit licence number 237 988. The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Augustg Post October2012 200915 15 Geraldton RSL Manjimup RSL Sub-Branch: Sub-Branch: ANZAC Day 2012 The Memorial is located in the centre of Manjimup and approximately 350 ANZAC Day 2012 people attended the service. Following the Service we provided a Gunfire Breakfast for about 200 people at our RSL Hall in Brockman Street, Manjimup. John Crook - Secretary - Manjimup RSL - Sub-Branch

Part of our Morning Service parade that had over It is of the sunrise at our Dawn Service on 1,000 people in attendance. ANZAC Day. From the President’s Pen from page 5 Field of Poppies New Policy Documents an analysis of the future needs of The photo shows the newly erect- Released The League Headquarters - RSL ed Totemic Silhouettes "Field of We are pleased to announce that new “Governance Review” – an analy- Poppies", which are located at the RSL Policy Documents have been sis of how new legislation will RSL Memorial Park in Spearwood prepared and, following endorsement impact on the Not-for-Profit Sector by State Executive, will be placed on Avenue, Spearwood. This photograph has supplied by Courtesy of the • “Constitution & By-Laws” - a the RSL Website. “Hard” copies will Included in the photo is RSL Secretary Community Newspapers Cockburn Gazette. review of our current Constitution also be available upon application to Lawrie Scott with Mayor Logan Howlett sive sight and is worthy of a visit. The Sub- to ensure compliance with Laws ANZAC House. and the design artist Bridget Norton. This Branch will be conducting the Vietnam applicable to our Income Tax new addition to the park was provided by Veterans Memorial Day Service at the park The documents to be released are: Exempt Status. This will, in all Cockburn City Council in consultation at 10.30am on Saturday 18th August. • “Strategic and Corporate Plan probability result in a total rewrite with the RSL Sub-Branch Executive. of our current Constitution and By The City of Cockburn RSL Sub-Branch 2012 – 2015” The silhouettes are designed to represent a extends our great appreciation to the long Laws patrol of soldiers, there are eleven totemic • “Communication and Public standing support and cooperation of the As reviews progress regular status silhouettes standing in single file behind Cockburn City Council. Affairs 2011 – 2015” the monument. A mass of poppies laser cut reports inviting member feedback Other projects in progress include: from each glow red with use of an internal Arthur J Stanton - RSL Vice President will be published in The Sub-Branch sheet of red acrylic back lit by the sun. As (Ceremonial) - RSL City of Cockburn • “The Future of ANZAC House” – Signal and The Listening Post. shown in the picture, it makes an impres- Sub-Branch

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THE AUSTRALIAN VETERANS' CHILDREN ASSISTANCE TRUST (AVCAT) is a national independent charity helping the children and grandchildren of ex-service men and women to a better future through higher education. Through the help of generous donors, AVCAT administers scholarships for the children of those who have served our country in peace and war in the Australian Army, Navy and Air Force. Scholarship selection is on a need and merit basis. Students attend universities, TAFE colleges and other approved tertiary institutions around Australia. The Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust is an independent organisation sponsored by the principal Australian ex-service associations. It was established in 2003 by the former Vietnam Veterans Trust, as a lasting legacy from Australia's use of the Agent Orange Funds. Applications will open on 18 August 2012. To apply for a scholarship please contact us to add your name to our expression of interest list. FOUGHTwith courage Applications strictly close on 31 October 2012. All applications should be received by this date. www�avcat�org�au - Phone: (02) 9213 7999 - Fax: (02) 9213 7307 Email: [email protected] SACRIFIEDin honour 16 The Listening Post August 2012 50th Anniversary of Australian Commitment to the Vietnam War

Pictures of the 50th Anniversary of Australian Commiment to the Vietnam War. Starting from top row left: Australian Vietnamese War Memorial, Kings Park., top row right; LCDR Winston James DSC (Retd) laying a wreath on behalf of Fleet Air Arm Association. Second row starting from left; Laying of carnations by individuals of the ceremony., second row middle; Mr William Gaynor OAM RFD, State President of RSL WA, laying a wreath, second row right; Presentation of plaque to Mr Kevin Trent OAM RFD, President of RAR, by Mr Thanh van Nguyen, President of the Vietnamese Veterans Association and Dr Anh Nguyen, President of the Vietnamese Community. Third row left; Pipe Major Stuart Bradford playing the Lament alongside LCPL Dave Scott, Bugler, third row right; Colour Party of former ARVN Veteran’s. Bottom row left; Section of ESO’s attending, bottom row middle; Inscription on the Australian – Vietnamese War Memorial, bottom row right; Dr Anh Nguyen, President of the Vietnamese Community, addressing the assembled ceremony. The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Augustg Post October2012 200917 17 50th Anniversary of Australian Commitment to the Vietnam War

From the Archives with Naomi Lam The Listening Post 1920s and 1930s TEXT OVERFLOW now available online We are proud to announce the release of membership. Advertising was also the views and issues faced by all to editorialise what was to be the lead the first two decades of The Listening an important component of the paper, returned service personnel. Sub- up to WWII. Post online. The Listening Post was with advertisements appearing for Branches were also keen contributors, To access the issues of The Listening first published in December 1921 and products and services. Interestingly, with information about Sub-Branch Post from 1920 and 1930, you can find has continued to serve as the official despite the League stance of being activities printed throughout the the link via the RSL website, or go to organ of the RSL in Western Australia. non-political, there are a number of publication. The Listening Post was political advertisements to support www.rslcentenary.org.au. Currently The look of The Listening Post has also a vehicle for communicating State candidates that are returned service there is no search function but you will change many times over the years RSL policy, Government policy in personnel. be able to download individual issues, as has the publication run. In the relation to repatriation and National the search function is coming soon. 1920s and 1930s, The Listening The Listening Post then, as it is RSL Policy. With the growing threat Post was a monthly publication today, was open to contributions from posed by Japan and Germany, The Naomi Lam and was a separate subscription to ‘Diggers’ as a paper representing Listening Post dedicates some space RSL Archivist

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I have had some requests for an is targeted at Vietnam Veterans, and the update on what is happening at trauma recovery programs which are for Hollywood Private Hospital. younger veterans and currently serving personnel. Hollywood’s reputation continues to grow within the general community, but There have not been any significant new we remain focussed on care for Veterans building developments at Hollywood and War Widows. over the past 12 months but we have approval to extend and expand the We recognise that we share the same Hollywood Clinic. Work should com- struggles as the Department of Veterans’ mence in October and should be com- Affairs in our common goal of providing pleted by July 2013. a high quality of care to a diminishing We have regrettably relinquished eye number of increasingly diverse group surgery. The numbers of patients utilis- hollywoodprivatehospital.com.au of very special Australians. We have ing this service was very low. In that certainly noted a significant decrease in environment it is difficult to retain staff the numbers of Veteran patients coming with appropriate skills and also to keep include details about you and you previ- is appropriate, can arrange for you to be through our doors in response to access very expensive and delicate equipment ous health issues. Once the information admitted directly under the care of the to greater number of Tier 1 hospitals. up to date. The doctors who performed is entered, it is there, and if you require a on call specialist or under your regular However, Hollywood remains focussed this surgery are committed to continue future admission this information can be Hollywood specialist. At times, if you on provision of accessible, compassion- to cater for Veterans, but surgery will be called up for you to check through. This are very unwell, it is more appropriate ate care when you need it most. scheduled at other facilities. means that when you actually get here, for you to go to an emergency depart- there will be a couple of questions along We continue to offer a range of general If you haven’t been to Hollywood for ment. If that is the case and you wish to the lines of “who are you and what are and subspecialty services for Veterans, a while and you are booked in for an ultimately be in Hollywood, simply let you here for?” But otherwise the whole including general and respiratory medi- elective admission, you will notice that the staff in the ED know and they will process of getting into hospital is very cine, rehabilitation services, oncology we have ‘got with the 21st century’ by arrange for you to be transferred over streamlined. and haematology, as well as general offering some services on line. Most when it is safe and appropriate to do this. surgery, orthopaedics and urology. The of you will be familiar with booking But most importantly we recognise that I am always happy to chat with members Hollywood Clinic remains very focussed air travel and quite possibly shopping periodically you will have an acute ill- COMMEMORATING THE BATTLE OF LONG TAN - AUGUST 18THof the ex-service 1966 community and I can be on general psychiatric care and specifi- on line. Our new online admissions ness and require hospital admission. reached on 9346 6249. cally on trauma recovery programs for system invites you to directly enter your When you visit your GP and the need Veterans, including our Post Traumatic information into our database over a for hospitalisation has been determined, Dr Margaret Sturdy - Director of Stress Disorder (PTSD) program which secure internet connection. This will your GP can call Hollywood, and if it Medical Services

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On 10 June 1966, 5 RAR were on patrol with National Policemen and South Vietnamese soldiers. A pair of enemy mortars were engaged and destroyed. When 10 Platoon neared the area they were engaged by another enemy mortar. The location of the mortar was observed and the patrol radioed for an airstrike, which struck the mortar's location with cluster munitions and napalm, but not before Corporal Brendan "Danny" Coupe and Private Les Farren were killed and four soldiers were wounded. For his leadership in this and the action on 3 June, Second Lieutenant (2LT) Dennis Rainer was Mentioned in Despatches.

After the noise had stopped and the dust of the original 10 Platoon and partners, It was the embodiment of this uniquely read the Regimental Ode, Ross Hore (Pte had cleared, Corporal Brendan "Danny" where possible, came from all over Australian spirit as exemplified by National Serviceman 1966-67) followed Coupe and Private Les Farren of 10 Australia to do so. Danny which led to the unbelievable with the RSL Ode. Colin Illman (Pte amount of money raised (nearly $5 National Serviceman 1966-67) led the Platoon, D Company, 5 Battalion, Royal The group stayed at the Marriott million to date) by the appeal. Doc's service with the Regimental Prayer. Australian Regiment (10 Pl, D Coy, 5 Courtyard Motel, North Ryde; close speech finished with an emotional toast At the completion of the service and RAR) had been Killed in Action, 10 to Macquarie Park Cemetery where to "Fallen Comrades". Guest speaker after many photographs, the gathering June 1966. Four other members of the Danny now lies. The commemorative Roger Wainwright (Platoon Commander adjourned to the Chatswood RSL for Platoon had been wounded and the young weekend started on Friday evening with 8 Pl, C Coy 5RAR 1966-67) toasted the Danny's Wake. soldiers, mostly National Servicemen a "Meet and Greet". This was followed Royal Australian Regiment and Graeme had tasted the worst part of war. by a sumptuous Candle Light Memorial Special thanks to the management Ashton gave a toast to the "Ladies". The Dinner on the Saturday evening and and staff of the Courtyard Motel, 10 Platoon continued the remaining 10 after dinner address was given by Dennis on the Sunday morning, a Memorial Chaplain (Colonel) Peter Hayes and months of the 12 month tour with many "The Skipper" Rainer, MC, (MID). Lance Corporal Tim Dain who kindly Service was held at Danny's grave site successful actions against the enemy. Rainer was the Platoon Commander volunteered their services on a Queen’s at 1100 hrs. That afternoon, the group Unfortunately the Platoon lost another Birthday long weekend, their presence then met at the Chatswood RSL Club for during 10 Pl's tour of Vietnam 1966-77. member, Private Graham Warburton, was so welcomed. Killed in Action (KIA) on 1 October Danny's Wake. On Sunday morning at 1100hrs, members Thanks to the Chatswood RSL for their 1966. Since returning to Australia, of the Platoon and Danny's family The weekend was full of laughter, tall wonderful hospitality and a special the remaining members of 10 Platoon and friends gathered at his graveside tales from the past and, at different times, thankyou to Mr Bruce Tyrell, AM from have taken the opportunity to formally heavy hearts and tremendous emotions. to formally farewell him. Chaplain (Colonel) Peter Hayes from Victoria Tyrell's wines and Mr Clinton Taylor farewell Privates Les Farren and Graham During Saturday evening's dinner, Frank from Taylors Wines, their kind donation Warburton, but have never been able to "Doc" Donovan (Company Medic 1966- Barracks, Paddington and Bugler Lance Corporal Tim Dain from 23 help keep the cost of the weekend under assemble for Corporal Danny Coupe's 67) informed those attending how his control. farewell. Last year, it was decided that recount of Danny as a father, soldier and Field Regiment Band, Royal Australian an all out effort should be made to great mate was one of many contributing Artillery added to the occasion with their This was, indeed, a great weekend and a formally farewell Danny. During this factors in establishing the VB "Raise kind attendance and professional touch. fitting manner to farewell Danny. year's Queen's Birthday weekend, those Your Glass" appeal. Eric Leask, OAM (Pte Regular 1966-67) "Lest We Forget" Col Lee

1.From the left: Geoff Sobey (VIC), Colin Illman (TAS) Dennis Rainer MC (MID) PLCOMD 1966-67 (WA), Graeme Ashton (WA), Frank Clarke (SA), Stretch McLean (Vic), John Stevens (QLD), Colin Lee OAM (WA), Robbie Arnold (VIC), Geoff Arthur (SA), Blue Babbage (NSW), Ross Hore (VIC), Peter Raine (WA), Bob Bullen (VIC) and Eric Leask OAM (VIC). 2. Chaplain Hayes, leading with the Lords Prayer. 3. Danny's gravesite with the regimental wreath on the right and the family wreath on the left. Remember Indigenous Service Centenary of the First World War, National Reconciliation Week ceremony held on 30 May at the State 2012 took place around Australia War Memorial in Kings Park. 1914-1918 from 28 May to 3 June, providing The theme for this year’s activity was an opportunity to focus on recon- Let’s Talk Recognition and reflects how ciliation between Indigenous and important it is to be recognised for who non-Indigenous Australians. we are and what we contribute. It was also a time to reflect on our shared his- As part of National Reconciliation tories, contributions and achievements. Week, DVA, the RSL, State and Federal Agencies and Indigenous veterans The guest speakers at the ceremony worked alongside ex-service and com- were Mr Len Ogilvie, a veteran of the munity organisations to hold a ceremo- Korean War and Nathan Hansen, an ny to commemorate the contribution of officer in the WA Police Service. Indigenous servicemen and women. Guests were able to enjoy a morning There were around 500 members of tea in the Wildflower Pavilion after the the public, veterans, schoolchildren, ceremony. representatives of the ADF and ex service groups and invited guests at the Sandra Alldritt - DVA The Australian War Memorial will as well as updates of events and projects be commemorating the centenary of for the Centenary will be made available the First World War through chang- here. You can also sign up for our month- es to our First World War galleries ly e-newsletter to keep up to date with and a number of public programs what is happening across the Memorial.\ and events. The Australian War Memorial appreci- This section of our website is here to help ates your support and invites you to join you learn more about the First World us in Remembering the First World War, War, become involved in our various 1914 – 1918: www.awm.gov.au. projects, and even create your own. A schedule of gallery plans and progress, From the Australian War Memorial 22 The Listening Post August 2012 Media Releases Funding Boost for Veteran Health Education Support For Veteran Families More than 1,900 primary and secondary school students in the vet- and Wellbeing Initiatives eran community will receive education payments from the Australian Government this week to help keep more money in parents’ pockets. The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, veteran community. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Warren Snowdon said the Australian Government was Warren Snowdon, announced Since 2008, the Australian Government funding for 62 projects that will introducing a new Schoolkids Bonus to assist with education costs for all primary has supported more than 1,200 organisa- and secondary students for eligible families. benefit the health and welfare of tions with over $13.6 million in funding. veterans across Australia. “Students in receipt of DVA education allowances under the Veterans' Children “It is important that the ex-service com- Education Scheme (VCES) or the Military, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act Mr Snowdon said the funding is part of munity has access to activities and pro- Education and Training Scheme (MRCAETS) will benefit from the support,” he the Australian Government’s Veteran & grams to give them skills to remain said. Community Grants program, which provides support for ex-service and com- independent, healthy and active, par- Mr Snowdon said payments would assist with the cost of additional education munity organisations. ticularly for the elderly living by them- expenses like purchasing school books and uniforms or towards the cost of school selves,” Mr Snowdon said. excursions and camps. “I am pleased to announce $555,589 has been allocated towards 62 projects “These projects improve access to com- “The Australian Government recognises how expensive the start of each school year around the country that help veterans, munity care services, encourage social can be for working families and these payments will help ensure they have extra war widows and widowers lead healthi- interaction and ultimately enrich the money in their pockets when they need it most,” he said. er and more fulsome lives,” he said. lives of Australian veterans, young and “Families will receive $409 for each primary school student and $818 for each full- “This funding will assist a range of ini- old. time secondary school student in nominated bank accounts this week.” tiatives and activities, from undertaking “I encourage local and community Mr Snowdon said the June payments marked the transition from the Education bus trips to reduce social isolation, to organisations to apply for funding to Tax Refund, previously administered by the Australian Taxation Office, to the new purchasing equipment to produce com- ensure our veterans continue to engage Schoolkids Bonus. munity newsletters and enhance social in a healthy lifestyle.” activities.” “The Schoolkids Bonus will begin in 2013 with instalments in January and July. Eligible families will receive an annual amount of $410 for each primary school Veteran & Community Grants are Organisations interested in applying for available to ex-service and commu- funding are encouraged to visit www. student and $820 for each full-time secondary school student,” he said. nity organisations, veteran representa- dva.gov.au/grants or contact their near- Payments will be made into the nominated bank account where the recipients’ cur- tive groups and private organisations to est DVA office on 133 254 (metropoli- rent DVA education allowance is paid. Families with shared custody arrangements support projects that aim to improve the tan callers) or 1800 555 254 (regional will receive an amount of the payment in line with existing arrangements for the independence and quality of life for the callers). split of their benefit/allowance.

Veteran And Community Grants - March 2012 Funding Round Payments are automatic and no claim is required or receipts needed. Payments are Western Australia tax-free, do not count as income for taxation purposes and will be indexed annually Recipient Location Funding description Amount $ from 2014-15 in line with the Consumer Price Index. Legacy Fund of West Perth To assist with the purchase of an eight $24,461 For more information, clarification or other assistance regarding education allow- Perth Incorporated seater bus for transporting widows to meetings and social events. ance payments visit www.dva.gov.au or call DVA on 133 254 or, for non-metropol- Bicton Men’s Shed Palmyra To purchase audiovisual and kitchen $2,073 itan callers, 1800 555 254. Incorporated equipment to convert part of the Shed into a DropInCentre. The SAS Historical Swanbourne To purchase tools for the Foundation's $30,763 Foundation Workshop to enhance activities for members. Statement on Gallipoli 2015 Geraldton City RSL Geraldton To install airconditioning in the Birdwood $27,724 SubBranch House RSL Hall for the wellbeing of the The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, to the sacrifices of those brave soldiers local veteran community. Mr Warren Snowdon MHR, said who landed at Gallipoli and we know Rockingham Rockingham To install airconditioning in the Men's $4,500 many Australians will want to make Community Shed For Shed for the wellbeing of the local veteran the Australian Government is Men Incorporated community. working closely with the govern- the trip. The Woodturners Winthrop To purchase 6 stools and new equipment $7,826 ments of Turkey and New Zealand Association of WA to enhance the social and healthy lifestyle However, as anyone who has made Incorporated activities provided to members. to determine how the Gallipoli the trip would know, there are size and Far East Strategic Como To purchase computer equipment for the $1,399 centenary will be commemorated geographic constraints – the terrain on Reserve Navy production of a newsletter. Association WA in 2015. the peninsula does not allow for any Division “Careful consideration is being given expansion of the current maximum visi- Leschenault Men’s Australind To purchase tools and equipment to facili- $11,000 tor numbers which is 10,500. Shed Incorporated tate activities provided by the Men's Shed. to ensure the dignity and solemnity Total Grants - WA - 8 Total $ 109,746 of the centenary commemorations at Australians will have an opportunity Gallipoli, and I expect to make an to share their thoughts on who they announcement when arrangements are believe should be allocated a place for finalised between all three govern- the 2015 Gallipoli Dawn Service later Catalina Club Corner ments,” Mr Snowdon said. this year through a community consul- “Gallipoli has special significance to tation. many Australians and the upcoming An announcement regarding arrange- centenary commemorations in 2015 ments for the service will be made will be particularly poignant. following this and the finalisation of We want as many Australians as pos- discussions with the Turkish and New sible to have the chance to pay tribute Zealand Governments.” Update on Latest Vandal Attack on Libyan War Graves Reports of further vandalism attacks at a war cemetery in Benghazi, Libya have For those that visit ANZAC Club, you may have noticed a painting in the corner now been investigated. The damage has been confirmed at the Benghazi British of the club that is known as ‘Catalina Corner’. This painting was donated to the Military Cemetery, not the Benghazi War Cemetery, as initially reported. RSL by the artist, Mr Ray Byfield. Sadly, on 22 May 2012, Mr Byfield passed There are no Australian graves in the Benghazi British Military Cemetery. away aged 87. The damaged headstone at the British Military Cemetery was that of a British Vale Ray Byfield citizen. This cemetery was also damaged in the same attacks that affected the Denis Connelly Benghazi War Cemetery in February. The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Augustg Post October2012 200923 23 Borneo Exhibition Group Inc. WA On behalf of the Borneo Exhibition working replica of the ‘secret radio’ Group Inc WA (BEG) I wish to advise constructed by Australian and under- the highly acclaimed WWII exhibition, ground operatives whilst in the camp. Borneo 1942-45 Sandakan, (the story The main feature of the exhibition will that must be told) will be presented in the be the 40 foot life sized mural depicting local cannery gallery, in Esperance from the death marches, painted by Mrs Non 6 to 26 August 2012. Meston, the daughter of WA POW, Alec The chairman of the Borneo Exhibition Cadgwan who died on the second march Group Inc WA, Mr Ryan Rowland, in in June 1945. conjunction with the Esperance RSL There will be details of the underground Sub-Branch, is proudly presenting this activities by the heroic local people and poignant gallery of historic details relat- the arrest of many POWs and locals ing to the atrocities committed on allied who were tortured and beaten into final POWs captured in Singapore at the time submission by the Kempai Tai, Japanese of the Japanese occupation and then sent Secret Police. Only six Australian prison- Mr Rowland has also indicated that the It is BEG’s aim to continue to bring to Borneo in 1942. The gallery will ers escaped the death marches, their lives exhibition will also promote their PASS these hidden events of one the worst in specifically cover their transportation, saved by the local villagers until hand- Program (Partnership with Australia and the annals of Australian war history, to incarceration and inhuman treatment as ed over to the liberating commandos. Sabah, Sarawak Scholarship) which is a the community and the younger genera- Prisoners of War sent to build roads and However, allied officers who were trans- high schools program that commenced tion as a strong education program, so airfields in Sandakan, Borneo, is known ferred away prior to the 1945 marches in 2003 in Boyup Brook. It invites stu- now as East Malaysia. as to make sure our war dead and all were also able to bear witness to the ear- dents to enter an assignment based com- veterans are honoured accordingly. It lier events of torture, starvation, lack of The BEG has acquired the Honour Rolls petition using the Borneo WWII history, is also hoped that many will also accept medical supplies in the Sandakan Camp, and present amongst their peers to win of the 2,485 Australian and British POWs the legacy being left to maintain all lost there, official records of the ‘death as well as the cages used to punish the a 14 day all expenses tour to Borneo our memories and memorials. Lest We march’ track and army photo records prisoners by being locked in for periods for the April ANZAC period. This is an Forget. of the area and the Sandakan 8 mile of 10 days to a month. A real size model exceptional experience that has affected camp. They believe to have the only will be seen in the gallery. over 70 students since its inception. Ryan Rowland Battalion into battle The 2/11th Australian Infantry Battalion was the first bat- ing the Retimo airstrip. Its greatest test came on 20 May 1941 talion to be raised in Western Australia for service with when the Germans launched an airborne assault on the island. the Australian Imperial Force in the Second World War. The battalion fought until overwhelmed on 30 May. Nearly 600 of Formed in November 1939, the unit sailed for the Middle its officers and men were killed or captured on Crete but a small East in April 1940 as part of the 6th Australian Division. number managed to escape and helped rebuild the battalion for service in Syria. The 2/11th Battalion, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Louch MC, took part in the Western Desert Campaign Following the entry of Japan into the war, the battalion was brought 1940-41 and was involved in the capture of the Italian Strongholds home to help defend Australia. The unit formed the nucleus of the of Bardia and Tobruk. The unit was then tasked with the capture infantry defences in Western Australia from May 1942 until July of the Derna aerodrome and town (25-30 January 1941), during 1943 when it was transferred to Queensland for jungle training. which the first of many individual gallantry awards were earned. In November 1944 the 2/11th Battalion sailed for New Guinea and took part in the hard fought Aitape-Wewak Campaign. The unit In April 1941 the unit participated in the ill-fated Greek Campaign was still on active service when the war ended on 15 August 1945. and fought an important rear- guard action at Brallos Pass before being evacuated to the island of Crete. The 2/11th Australian Infantry Battalion was officially disbanded on 7 December 1945. On Crete the 2/11th Battalion, together with the 2/1st Battalion and supporting Australian and Greek troops, was tasked with defend- Wes Olson 24 The Listening Post August 2012 Bomber Command Commemorative Service – Australian War Memorial, London To commemorate the 70th anniversary of Australian involvement in Bomber Command Commemorative Services were held between 24 and 30 June 2012 in the United Kingdom. During WWII 10,000 young Australians participated in Bomber Command; 3,486 members were killed making it Australia's costliest WWII campaign. Australian Defence

Wreaths at the Bomber Command memorial. Vice Chief of the Defence Force, Air Marshal Mark Binskin, delivered an address at the annual Bomber Command Commemorative Wreath RAAF Bomber Command Veterans in front of a British Lancaster Bomber at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford. Laying ceremony at the Australian War Memorial Canberra on The Commemorative Bomber Command Mission visits the Imperial War Museum at Duxford, United Kingdom. The Sunday 3 June 2012. The service remembered the service and museum, within the grounds of the famous World War I and II airfield, houses some of the most iconic aircraft in the sacrifice by personnel from Australia and Allied nations during world. Photo by CPL Chris Moore. Bomber Command operations in Europe in WWII.

Major General Mark Kelly AO DSC welcomes Bomber Command veterans and their families to the Australian War Memorial in Hyde Park, London. Australia's Federation Guard mount a catafalque party as part of a commemorative service. 13 members of Australia’s Federation Guard participated in the Bomber Command ceremonies. Photo by CPL Chris Moore.

Australia's Federation Guard provided a catafalque party at the Air Forces Memorial at Runnymeade. RAAF Bomber Command Veterans visit the Air Forces Memorial at Runnymeade, Surrey. The memorial commemorates more than 20,000 British Commonwealth air force personnel lost from bases in Great Britain and North-West Europe during World War II who have, or had, no known grave. Australia's Federation Guard provided ceremonial support with a catafalque party at a service with the veterans on 26 June 2012. Photo by CPL Chris Moore. The Listening Post August 2012 25 Reunions/Services

2nd Intake Junior in Melbourne. All ex person- Ganges boys and ships com- killed during the war have For Further Information on Recruit Training HMAS nel who served on her, along pany to join the Division. been visited on Vietnam Membership or Reunion: Leeuwin 1961 with their partners, are invited We meet regularly on the 4th Veterans Day. On 18 August Geoff (Wiggy) Bennett - 0417 First Ever Reunion to attend. Thursday of the odd month at 2012, a group of interested 592 123 (Geoff) or 03 6267 the Swan Yacht Club in East people will say the Ode and To be held in the Shellharbour A march to the Glen Waverley 9931 (Joe) - Email: benhun@ Fremantle. The HMS Ganges lay a poppy on each of the area NSW about 110 km south cenotaph for a commemo- bigpond.net.au or chjo- Association exists simply to graves (this will take about 3 of Sydney. rative service will precede encourage links, maintain hours and includes a walk of [email protected] the reunion luncheon at the Approximate date is yet to be comradeship between ship- approximately 5 km to visit Waverley RSL. Sponsored by RAN Battle confirmed, assume Feb/March mates and keep the "Ganges all of the graves). All are Class Social Club 2014. As it is the 70th Anniversary Spirit" alive. welcome to all or part of the •••••••• of all ‘Q’ class ships any inter- To register your interest and If you wish to know more proceedings. ested ex ‘Q’ members are RAN - Gunnery Branch for further details contact about membership please con- Please come to the Perth Reunion Dave Turner davkat@big- invited to attend the celebra- tact the secretary Ian Critchley War Cemetery, Smyth Road, 24 to 26 April 2013, Hobart pond.net.au or tions. on 9419 3437 Nedlands, at 8am on Saturday, Tasmania Contact Bryan Burdett (02) 9520 2810 Ian Critchley 18 August 2012. (President) – (03) 9877 4443 All replies direct to: Secretary •••••••• / [email protected] Phone Peta Alderman, State Graham Halton - HMAS 6RAR Association •••••••• Manager WA, Office of Duchess, Vietnam - •••••••• National Reunion RAN - HMAS Leeuwin Australian War Graves on http://www.vietnamroll. 14 -16 September 2012 Ex Bataan Shipmates 8th Intake (January 9386 3807 for further infor- gov.au/VeteranDetails. HMAS Bataan Veterans 1964) Reunion mation or simply turn up. It’s on and going to be great!!! aspx?VeteranId=1231725 – Association of Australia 23 to 26 April 2014, On the same day, a E:[email protected] FORMAT NATIONAL AGM & Wollongong NSW Remembrance Day service •••••••• Re-Union 2012 to be held at Friday 14 September; Meet All replies direct to either of will be held at the Vietnam Greenmount Beach Resort Royal Australian Corps and Greet at Rigby’s Tavern the following: Veterans Memorial at 11.00 of Signals Association Coolangatta Queensland on am. The Memorial is situated Saturday 15 September; Gala (SA) Thursday 13 September until Bob Green – (02) 4283 5201 on May Drive, Kings Park, Dinner at RAAFA Centre, RASigs National Reunion – Sunday 16 September 2012. – E: robertmcgreen@optus- overlooking the lake and inter- Bullcreek net.com.au or Rick Watkins Barossa Valley SA – 25-28 Contact National Secretary/ pretive playground. – (02) 4256 2620 – E: rick. October 2013 Sunday 16 September; Treasurer - John F [email protected] Memorial Service and BBQ Laughton JP – ( 03) 9704 •••••••• The President and Members of at Temporary Permanent & 7799 - 0417 336 423 - •••••••• ‘Lady Soldiers’ the RASigs Association (SA) Disabled Veterans of WA, Old [email protected] National Service The Partners of Veterans request the pleasure of your Mandurah Road, Baldivis •••••••• Training Western Association Western Australia company for the 2013 RASigs Australia Annual Inc would like to invite all Come along and rekindle old National Reunion. HMAS Voyager Reunion, 2012 partners, and their families to friendships. Register your interest at http:// The Daring Class Destroyer Friday 21 September 2012 - a screening of ‘Lady Soldiers’ www.rasigs.com/ For info & Rego contact: HMAS Voyager was com- 11.00 am for sit down at 12.00 at the Carer Centre, 182 Lord Bill Cody - 6RAR WA missioned into the RAN noon. Street, Perth on Tuesday 21 Contact President – RASigs Representative - 9447 1255 in February 1957. She was August at 10.00 am. Assn SA – Bruce Long – lost following a collision RAAF Association Club, - 0438 990 875 - blcody@ 0417 227 533 – president. with HMAS Melbourne in Bullcreek Drive, Bullcreek It tells the story of 16 women bigpond.net.au [email protected] – http:// February 1964 with the loss Cost: $40.00 who enlisted in the Australian www.rasigs.com/2012_ •••••••• of 82 lives - there were 232 Army from the 1950s to the RSVP, with payment, no later reunion/reunion2013_home. 106 Field Workshop survivors. During her 7 years 1990s. All except three were than Friday 14 of September htm RAEME Nui Dat SVN in service, between 1200 & teenagers when they enlisted. An Australian wide reunion 2012 to: J Richardson - 6 Isaac 1400 men served in her. A A gold coin donation would •••••••• will be held for all past mem- Street MELVILLE WA 6156. data base is being compiled of be appreciated for Legacy. Vietnam Veterans’ bers (all ranks, all Corps) and RSVPs and payments for the former crew for the purpose of Please contact Kerryn on 9228 Day - Saturday, 18 their partners in Mandurah luncheon can only be accepted reunions. by Jim Richardson by cheque, 3350 for numbers. August 2012 WA on the weekend of 19-21 Darling Range RSL will Please send your name and money order or cash, made We will be holding our Annual October 2012. A number of be holding a local Vietnam details to the webmaster, payable to: General Meeting at the Legacy events have been organised. Veterans Day commemora- Les Sheehan, 9 Bunya Park Camp in Busselton on Monday Please contact Fred on National Service Training tive service on this day at Drive, Eatons Hill, Qld 4037 3 September 2012. We will be 0438 001 420 or go to WA. Please include contact Kalamunda. While principally (07) 32462589 or lnis@iinet. having an information session www.106fdwksp.com for details with the payment. for Vietnam Veterans living in net.au on ‘Planning Ahead – Do you details. Coordinator - Mr Jim the Kalamunda Shire area, all •••••••• know what to do and who Richardson - 0450 631 230 - •••••••• to contact when your partner are welcome to attend, along Korea War Veterans jamesrichardson@westnet. HMAS Leeuwin 42nd passes away?’ We will be with their family members. Memorial Reunion com.au Intake Reunion Australia, Canberra at the Legacy Camp for the We will hold a morning There will be a 40th Reunion ACT •••••••• week so come along and join commemorative service at of the 42nd Intake from 8-10 19 - 21 October 2012 sees the Poppy Laying at in the activities planned for our local War Memorial on February 2013 in Canberra. gathering of Veterans’, family Gravesites of Vietnam the week. Canning Road (Kostera Oval), and friends for the annual Veterans Visit http://42ndintake. For further details on either followed by a light luncheon commemorative service and Perth War Cemetery and homestead.com/ or for more of these items please contact buffet and companionship functions. Karrakatta Cemetery information contact Don the office on 9228 3350 or back in our Hall. We are hop- Hogarth via don_hogarth@ For information packs and Saturday 18 August 2012 - by email at partnersofveter- ing for a DVA grant, but in hotmail.com or 0438 641 bookings please contact 8.00 am [email protected]. any event the service will go 043. Ms Wendy Karam on A large proportion of the war •••••••• ahead. Details are currently 0418 124 677 or email: being fine-tuned, but names/ •••••••• graves for WA servicemen RAN Battle Class [email protected]. killed during the Vietnam War Social Club - Annual details of those who wish to Ex HMAS Quickmatch au attend must be advised for Association Inc are in the Perth War Cemetery National Reunion, catering purposes etc. HMAS Quickmatch will cel- •••••••• and the adjacent Karrakatta ‘Albury 2012’ Open Invitation to all ex naval ebrate the 70th Anniversary HMS Ganges Cemetery. Contact Doug Carpenter on personnel & family of her commissioning with Association Since the 40th Anniversary of 9257 3713 or email: dcar- a Commemorative Reunion The WA Division would like the Battle of Long Tan, all October 18 - 21, 2012 in [email protected] no later Monday 17 September 2012 to extend a welcome to ex graves of Vietnam Veterans Albury, NSW than 16 August. 26 The Listening Post August 2012 Notices ANZAC Coin Competition the ways they deal with emotions us if you would like to discuss this Belgium or France. – ypres.salient@hotmail. The winners of our ANZAC Coin as they age, so that we can better request, or if you require further The Flanders Field Museum com understand the factors that may information. in Ypres is setting up a Competition have been notified •••••••• help or hinder successful age- database of all the fallen however, you now have another Cindy Cabeleira ing. We are looking for commu- from the Commonwealth. James Morrison chance to win a coin donated by Tel: +61 8 6488 7171 nity volunteers aged 60 years and To complete these files we Competition the Perth Mint. Please see page 29 Email: [email protected]. above who may be willing to help would like to have the pic- The winner of the two A for details. edu.au us with this research. Participation tures of the soldiers who Reserve tickets donated Melissa Burgess Denis Connelly would involve filling out some made the supreme sacri- by the Army Museum in Tel: +61 8 6488 7850 Editor questionnaires, either online or at fice. This way we're able Fremantle for the James Email: [email protected]. home. Some volunteers may then to honour them and in Morrison Competition at •••••••• edu.au be approached with an invitation the meantime safeguard the Perth Concert Hall has Battle of Brigade Hill to come to UWA and complete This research is supervised by: this ever rare documenta- been notified. Thank you to Vincent Ross is creating a record of some simple and interesting tasks Prof. Romola S. Bucks tion for future generations. all that participated in the the soldiers of the 2/27th Infantry that require no experience. We Email: [email protected]. If you have any relatives competition. Battalion who were involved in can arrange parking and will pro- au who fought in Belgium or the Battle of Brigade Hill during vide $10 to cover travel costs. France during the WWI, Denis Connelly the Kokoda Track Campaign in •••••••• Your assistance with this research I would be glad to locate Editor September 1942 and later action at RAAF Welfare will enable us to greatly extend them and sent you a picture •••••••• Gona on the north coast of Papua Recreational Company knowledge of mental health and of his headstone. This is free New Guinea during the Battle of (RWRC) Notice to all Sub- well-being across the lifespan. of charge. I will plastify this Branches the Beachheads. Previous participants in this age The RWRC provides low cost holi- picture and insert it in the Please forward all Vietnam group have reported finding the Vincent is looking for any infor- day facilities in Queensland on the Book of Remembrance at Veteran Day commemora- experience very interesting and mation from battalion members Gold Coast, at Merimbula on the the cemetery. tion articles and photos to or their families, including cop- enjoyable. We would like to high- far South Coast of NSW and in If you have more ques- [email protected] ies of memoirs, letters or photos. light that all participant details are Darwin. tions do not hesitate to after your service for inclu- They will be considered for use in kept completely confidential. While these facilities are predomi- contact me - Johan Moors sion in The Listening Post. the compilation of a book on the We hope that some of your league nately for current serving mem- World War II experiences of the members may be interested bers, our ex-service personnel 2/27th Battalion. in assisting with this work and may also access these facilities we would greatly appreciate the Age gracefully Please contact Vincent Ross: on an availability basis. Our web- opportunity to inform them about [email protected] or PO site www.raafholidays.com.au has the research through your website, Box 431, Hove SA 5048. all our details, including those of newsletter or via a group email. by eating right the Winter Special which has just •••••••• Could you please advise us if this been launched. The website also Letter to the Editor would be possible and let us know has links to other available holiday Food has the power to prevent illness – but what costs would be involved? UWA: Research Request facilities. research is also showing certain foods can slow If promoting this study through the ageing process and the appearance of wrin- Dear Returned and Services your website, newsletter or email •••••••• kles. League of Australia (WA), group is not possible, but you are World War One Project We are PhD research students open to us communicating the rele- I'm a WWI researcher from The key is to eat foods that fight inflammation, are rich from the School of Psychology vant information in a different way Belgium. For the moment in antioxidants and are easy to digest – foods which at the University of Western (e.g. notice board flyers), such alter- I'm doing a lot of research for nutrition guru Lee Holmes calls "supercharged" in her Australia (UWA), working with natives would also be very helpful. Australians, New Zealanders, book, Supercharged Food (Murdoch Books). Prof. Romola S. Bucks and Prof. Thank you for taking the time to Irish, Canadians and British to Ms Holmes notes in her book, Supercharged Food, Colin MacLeod. We are currently consider this request. locate their family members who there are certain foods which are full of antioxi- researching how people differ in Please do not hesitate to contact were killed during the WWI dants, prevent inflammation and cellular damage by destroying free radicals in the body – which are “unstable oxygen molecules produced by such things Can you help? as stress, pesticides and sun. Allan John Grant clouds, etc for Totem Tests or ear- league of mine who served with me She has been researching the healing and anti-ageing My name is Paul Grant and I am lier "Kitten" minor tests in Sept/ at the US Army Aviation Centre, benefits of food since 2006 after her severe autoim- the son of ex-serviceman Allan Oct 1953. FT Rucker, Alabama, circa 1991- mune disease diagnosis. After overhauling her diet, Ms Holmes has completely recovered and shares her John Grant (A5504). We are seek- Paul Grant - grunter42@ 1993. Major Kenneth Gwynn, tips to success. ing information on the following bigpond.com - (08) 9593 8885 - Royal Australian Air Force, was to assist in our research for an 04011 34 295 (m) assigned as a UH60 Blackhawk Body and Soul magazine lists some of Ms Holmes’ Appeal with the AAT on Monday •••••••• Standardisation Instructor Pilot. I top 10 anti-ageing foods as being: 13 August in Perth this year. have lost contact with Ken and Colin Edward Smith Onions: Contain an antioxidant helping to The basis of our appeal will be would like to learn anything you strengthen damaged cells. the series of logical events that My name is Tracey-Lee Smith, I might be able to provide me about Garlic: Promotes the growth of white blood cells, am trying to get in touch with my happened on and around the deto- his present contact information. the body's natural germ fighters. nation of Totem 1 on Thursday father whom I haven't seen in about Broccoli: One of the most powerful immunity 20 years. I am now 27 years old Kevin Zemetis - USA (334) 447- boosters available. 15 October 1953 and the lack of Quinoa: Contains all the essential amino acids your research done by the Department living in Auckland, New Zealand. 0271 - kevin.zemetis@ameri- I heard he could be living in Perth caspmi.org body needs to build muscle and repair itself. of Veterans Affairs on the RAF Kale: Contains essential vitamins and minerals and and thought he may have joined crewed flight of a Lincoln air- •••••••• lutein, an important nutrient. as a member at one of the RSLs. craft that took place on Friday 16 Wild salmon: Known as the ultimate anti-ageing I understand that you could not Ross Wormald October, the day after the detona- nutrient – plus loads of vitamin D. give me personal information on I am looking for 24011 RC (Ross) Nuts: These contain healthy oils, fibre, vitamins and tion. a member but his name is Colin Wormald, CSM 1966/67 (5 RAR) minerals. My father is seeking information Edward Smith and if you know Spinach: Contains phytonutrients and antioxidants, and RSM 1970/71 (5 RAR). We including vitamins K, C and E, folate, iron and on the Lincoln aircraft used by him I would very much appreciate last served in PNG in 1969/70 and carotenoids. the RAF in Australia at Woomera it if you could pass my details onto I would like to get in touch re some Sardines: High in omega-3 fatty acids, they contain in 1953 for the British Atomic him: [email protected] info. almost no mercury and are loaded with minerals Tests in Woomera/Maralinga/Emu such as calcium and iron. Field area and any involvement •••••••• JN (Dutchy) Hemerik - RSM 2/4 Eggs: Contain high-quality proteins, essential with RAF Lincolns used in track- Major Kenneth Gwynn Bn RAR, 1977/79 - jhemerik@ minerals and every vitamin except C. ing/cloud sampling from airburst I am searching for a former col- bigpond.net.au DPS News – Aged Care The Listening Post August 2012 27 Sudoku Crossword The editors have included new puzzles to test both our younger 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 and young at heart readers. Sudoku is included in this and future editions of ‘The Listening Post’. 18 19 20 21 22 23 Look upon this quiz as stopping the onward march 24 25 26 27 28 of Alzheimers Disease! 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

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State 87 Tap in lightly DPS News – Aged Care 28 The Listening Post August 2012 Memorial to Remember Australia’s Worst Maritime Disaster ANSWERS The unmarked Japanese prison on 23 January 1942. They were mem- many it was not until 1945 when the ship Montevideo Maru was sunk bers of the 2/22nd Infantry Battalion, war ended that they learned whether Sudoku by an American submarine off the 1st Independent Company, and the their husbands and fathers were alive the Philippines on 1 July 1942 New Guinea Volunteer Rifles along or dead. solution with small associated units. and more than 1,000 Australian About 400 Australians did manage to Easy Sudoku soldiers and civilians perished. The civilian internees were officers escape but many died trying to do so. It remains Australia’s worst, and of the then Australian Administration, Some were captured and summarily least known, maritime disaster. businessmen, bankers, planters, mis- executed; others died from illness and sionaries and merchant seaman. They starvation, or drowned crossing fast Seventy years on, hundreds of rela- included relatives of some well-known flowing rivers. tives converged on Canberra to Australians - Kim Beazley's uncle was attend the dedication of the Rabaul a builder with the Methodist Mission; Apart from the dedication service at and Montevideo Maru Memorial on Peter Garrett's grandfather was a the Australian War Memorial, there Sunday, 1 July 2012. The service planter; and one time Prime Minister was a luncheon at Rydges lakeside at the Australian War Memorial was Sir Earl Page lost a brother who on Saturday 30 June and a concert attended by the Governor-General. was the senior government official that evening by the Salvation Army's Melbourne Staff Band. The Australian soldiers were taken in Rabaul. as Prisoners of War (POWs) in the Women and children had been evacu- Frank Beadle – the Rabaul and aftermath of the Japanese invasion of ated to Australia in the weeks preced- Montevideo Maru Memorial Rabaul and the New Guinea Islands ing the Japanese invasion and for Society Hard Sudoku Weightlifting for Your Brain Older people who do regular The researchers, who presented their Glenn Rees, chief executive officer of resistance training, such as lifting findings at the Alzheimer's Association Alzheimer's Australia, told ninemsn weights, could be improving their International Conference in Vancouver, strength training could improve brain found the weightlifters had specific structure and function. mental functioning and reducing changes in the memory regions of the their risk of dementia, according brain. The aerobic training group did “Research seems to suggest it regu- to new Canadian research. not have the same improvements. lates insulin levels in the brain, which Over the course of six months, “We found the aerobic training group are known to be associated with University of British Columbia had improved performance on a dif- dementia risk,” he said, but warned researchers compared the cognitive ferent memory task called the Rey older Australians they would not need skills of 28 elderly women who did Auditory Visual Learning Test,” lead to stop aerobic exercise to lift weights. weight training twice a week with 30 researcher, Lindsay Nagamatsu, a PhD who did aerobic training, as well as 28 candidate at the university, said in a “People need to do things they are who did balancing exercises. media release. comfortable with and seem to be help- The researchers found the women in “So both exercise groups improved ing them. Resistance may be par- the weight training group, who were their memory scores, but on different ticularly positive but I'd be equally CROSSWORD aged between 70 and 80 years and types of memory. More research is encouraging people to go jogging or had mild cognitive impairment (MCI), needed to determine the differential solution walking or whatever suits them.” E C O N R A G G A S C P S A D H D performed best on a test of conflict effects of these two types of exercise S N O R E A D O R I M H U T L I A R S resolution, attention span and memory. training.” DPS Aged Care Guide A R A B S F M G E M U A R E A G L O W P O T S A T I E T Y T H R E A T S S P A S L I P T E X T S E D E M A E A S Y For your chance to win an ANZAC Day $1 coin please answer the following questions and O D O R A G L E T S C A M S T R E A M B U R N I S H E D T W I N E D ANZAC Day send your answers, along with your name, address and phone number, to The Listening H A I T I V A T P E P D K M I N N E R Post PO Box 3023 EAST PERTH WA 6892 by Monday 10 September 2012. E D G E R I R A N M A L I N E W L Y $1 coin ! 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The resource aims to target high school teach- 22, 000 soldiers in the Pacific and the ers across the country to encourage their 7 Wellington (Wellington's own) Hawkes Bay sinking of the HMAS Sydney, a small students to form a historical and empa- force of 300 Australian commandos Battalion Group thetic understanding of the Commando fought a successful guerrilla campaign in East Timor. Staunchly refusing to sur- Soldier experience of WW II and their render to the Japanese, their success was enduring relationship with Timor-Leste. due to their guerrilla style of warfare We call upon the RSL community to share and the active support of the Timorese their 2/2nd and/or 2/4th Independent Alpha Coy 7 WnHB Reunion people, especially the young ‘criados’ Company stories, photos and memories 5 – 7 October 2012 who assigned themselves to help each with Shiona Herbert, Director of Ignite commando. Following the withdrawal Gisborne Your Audience, who is passionate about of Australian soldiers in early 1943, the NEW ZEALAND getting this story told in schools across Timorese were to pay a terrible price at the nation. the hands of the Japanese for their sup- Open to all past and current serving Regular and Territorial Force members posted or Shiona can be contacted at shionaher- attached to Alpha Coy. Interest can be registered with SGT Su Gingles on 0064210383835 or port of Australian commandos: 40, 000 email [email protected] for a registration form. to 60, 000 East Timorese died from the [email protected] or send information fighting or from war-caused to: Shiona Herbert - P.O Box 1067 Close off date 7 Sep 2012. famine and disease. - Innaloo City - WA 6918 Dicko Cartoons 30 The Listening Post August 2012 Facts About Dark Book Review Chocolate

Dark chocolate is a healthy treat loaded with anti-oxidants. K9 Healing powers Cops- Dark chocolate contains hefty amounts of disease-fighting flavonoids, anti- Nigel Allsopp oxidants also found in red wine and lots of different fruit and vegetables. Overview: an A–Z of police canine units in 47 coun- A yearning to work with dogs again In fact, it appears to have more fla- Dogs are not called ‘man’s best friend’ tries. led Nigel to join the Queensland Police vonoids than any other food. Studies for nothing. Over the centuries, we have For all police and military personnel, K9 Service, where he currently serves as a find its anti-oxidants can significant- enjoyed a close connection with canines: Cops is an informative, must-read book. senior constable in the Dog Section, work- ly improve blood pressure, prevent they have provided invaluable help with For the rest of us, it is an entertaining ing with a firearms/explosive-detection blood clots, slow the oxidation of hunting, tracking, guarding, haulage and and heart- warming account that dog lov- dog. He also trains numerous Specialist rescue work, and have been affectionate LDL cholesterol (making it less likely ers the world over will enjoy.Company, Detection Dogs for various Federal and and loyal companions without peer. to stick to artery walls) and reduce Cannonball. State government Departments. inflammation. Some research suggests In this fascinating book, Nigel Allsopp Nigel has written several books on War About the Author: that eating a few squares a day can cut lifts the lid on the world of police dogs, dogs and Police Dogs including the best Nigel Allsopp is a world authority on heart attack risk by 10 per cent. Eating examining the vital roles they play sellers two Australian War Dogs and canines. He spent 15 years as a military dark chocolate can also lower insulin both in Australia and around the world. Cry Havoc: The History of Military War resistance, the main problem behind Despite the numerous high-tech devices working dog handler in the Royal New Zealand Air Force Police, responsible Dogs and his new release K9 COPS. diabetes. now available to law-enforcement offi- cials, ‘K9’s – as they’re known in the for all aspects of Canine Operations and Nigel has written numerous articles on trade – remain an indispensable part of training within the NZ Defence Force. Canine training for International Law Healthy hint police work in a range of fields, notably He has trained personnel from numer- Enforcement Magazines and has been For the most anti-oxidants, look terrorism and border protection. K9s may ous government agencies – including a contributing author to the prestigious for dark chocolate that con- sometimes be sent into difficult and dan- Customs, Police, Corrective Services British Royal Army Veterinary Corps tains at least 60 per cent cocoa. gerous situations, but this is never done and Federal Aviation Security – in the Journal and other Military journals How much is enough: About one or without care and concern, for at the heart use of specialist dogs. After leaving in the United States. He has been the two squares is considered one serv- of their role is the intimate and symbiotic the military to pursue an interest in Canine subject matter expert on TVs ing. You can have one to two serves relationship between dog and handler. wild canine research, Nigel migrated Mastermind. He has also appeared on the every day unless you’re trying to lose K9 Cops explores the history, training to Australia, where he has worked with TV series Who Let the Dogs Out. Nigel weight. and current use of police dogs, as well manned wolves, timber wolves, dingoes is a vocal ambassador for the establish- Readers Digest as considering what future dogs have in and African Cape hunting dogs at several ment of Animal Memorials to recognise modern law enforcement. It also includes zoos and wildlife parks. their role and contribution in all Wars.

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The book is very much an attack on the has been well-documented. myth and has been written to strip away the They have gallantly and whole- Field Regiment, RAA in Newcastle has grown up around Private John and was commissioned in June Simpson Kirkpatrick, the so-called layers of half-truth, mistruth and untruth that heartedly supported Australian, have surrounded Simpson since the time of 1954. He had regimental service ‘Man with the Donkey’, the quintessen- British, New Zealand and his death, revealing the man himself, while with the Royal Artillery with SP tial Australian ‘hero’ of Gallipoli. While Indian armies in World Wars, at the same time correcting the historical regiments based in Bloomsbury, the various elements of the Simpson the Malaya Emergency and record. Dust, Donkeys and Delusion also London and the Royal Canadian myth have now become popularly Borneo Confrontation Wars seeks to rehabilitate the memory of other Artillery in Toronto, Ontario during accepted as ‘history’, Dust, Donkeys and most recently the Vietnam soldiers who served at Gallipoli, particularly 1954-55. He was promoted major and Delusion shows clearly, based on War. Simpson’s fellow stretcher-bearers. with the Regiment but continued his historical documents, both official and Do Unto Others is a comprehensive military service with 2nd Battalion, unofficial, that almost every word ever About the Author: account of the history of counter RNSWR as Support Company com- spoken or written about Simpson fol- Graham Wilson served 26 years in the bombardment, including the devel- mander. lowing his death is false. Australian Regular Army, retiring in 1996 opment of Australian techniques, as a Warrant Officer Intelligence Analyst. equipment and procedures through After further training his mili- There is no question that Simpson performed Following five years as a civilian intelli- the campaigns up until Vietnam, tary education led him into logis- valuable work at Gallipoli using a donkey gence officer in the Department of Defence, with references to the techniques and tics staff appointments in HQs to transport lightly wounded men to medi- he transferred to the Defence Department’s actions of the British and American of Communication Zone and 8 cal facilities. However, claims made that Directorate of Honours and Awards where he artillery included where appropriate Task Force. He was awarded the Simpson ‘saved 300 men’; that he ‘ignored worked for 10 years in the support and policy orders’ that medical personnel were not to go to place the Australian experience in Efficiency Decoration in 1966 and areas; the latter as Staff Officer Historical out to recover wounded as it was too danger- perspective. It is also the story of the retired in 1968. He was appointed to Research. Graham retired from the Public ous; that, in performing his self-appointed brave men behind the artillery and the Executive Staff of The Broken Service in February 2011 and now works as task he was a ‘deserter’ who would probably their outstanding efforts and results a historian. Hill Proprietary Company Limited have been court-martialled and shot had he across these varied campaigns in 1960 and occupied Personnel/ been in the British Army; that he was an Graham is active in a number of historical About the Author: Human Resource positions in ill- behaved insubordinate with discipline and militaria societies and is a prolific author Alan Smith was born in Newcastle Corporate, Steel and Wire Divisions problems; that he made ‘lighting dashes’ of historical articles; he has been published and educated at The Armidale in his 36 years service to 1992. His into no man’s land to rescue wounded men in Australia, New Zealand, the UK and the School and Newcastle Boy’s High third ‘career’ is writing artillery his- under enemy fire; — these and every other USA and has received a number of awards School. He gained an Associate tory as Assistant Editor and now posthumous statement made about Simpson for military history writing. Graham lives Diploma in Industrial Chemistry in Editor of the Journal of the Royal are examined in forensic detail, and found to in Canberra with his wife Sharon, a retired 1952 and in 1982 he completed a Australian Artillery Historical be highly inaccurate. In particular, the book Chief Petty Officer of the Royal Australian Masters Degree from the University Company, Cannonball. examines that part of the myth connected Navy, and their Bichoodle “Ralph”. Their with the supposed ‘official recommendation’ favourite pastime is spoiling their grandchil- for a Victoria Cross for Simpson, a campaign dren. that continues to this day. Graham has written two new books Bully Australian Military First World War Western Dust, Donkeys and Delusion does not criti- Beef and Balderdash (April 2012) and Dust Front 1917-1918 cise John Simpson Kirkpatrick himself, Donkeys and Delusions (June 2012).

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