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The State President & The State Executive Lt Frederick Bell VC wish all members of The League a Merry Christmas and a Memorial Lecture 2012 Happy & Safe New Year

Dear Editor, I enclose for your information a copy of my Lt Frederick Bell VC Memorial Lecture 2012 which I presented to the Cottesloe RSL Sub-Branch on Friday, 9 November at Cottesloe Civic Centre, in the event you wish to extract any part of it for publication. Full copies of the printed booklet containing the Lecture are available from me on phone 9367 9771 or email rkocon- [email protected] at the cost of $10 plus $2 postage. Thank you and kind regards, Robert K O’Connor QC Phone: 08 9367 9771 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 EXECUTIVE Administrative Assistant / RAN (Rtd) 9287 3799 Assistant Editor: Amy Hunt Assistant State Secretary: Nola Keen 9287 3702 2011-2014 RSL Advertising: Executive Assistant: Caitlin Harnwell Editorial Assistant: Nola Keen Receptionist: Wendy Quinn State President Mr Peter Aspinall Email: [email protected] Membership: Kathy Clark, 8.00am to 3.30pm Mon- Mr William Gaynor OAM RFD Mr Peter Fardon Graphic Design: Type Express Thurs, 9287 3705 State Vice President Printer: Rural Press ANZAC House Manager: Matthew Holyday 9287 3714 Mr Ross Davies Financial Services: Peter McGlade 9287 3718. Mr Denis Connelly Contact Details Helen Beech 8.30am to 4.30pm Mon-Thurs 9287 3703 State Treasurer Dr Neil MacNeill The Returned & Services League Archivist: Naomi Lam 9287 3713, Mr Phillip Draber Trustees Departments at 8 Irwin St of Australia WA Branch Incorporated State Executive Mr Don Blair OAM RFD ED ANZAC House 28 St Georges Tce PERTH WA 6000 Welfare: Rosalind Howat 8.30am 4.30pm Mon-Fri, Mr Damian Dixon Email: [email protected] 9287 3707 • 0412 009 191 Mr John Cox OAM JP Website: www.rslwahq.org.au Snr Advocate: Jim Boland 8.00am to 4.00pm Mon-Fri, Mr Dilwyn “Digger” Cleak OAM 9287 3708 Mr Kevin Trent OAM RFD Telephone: (08) 9287 3799 Mrs Donna Prytulak Mr Wayne Tarr RFD ED Facsimile: (08) 9287 3732 Mr Gary Scott WA Country Callers: 1800 259 799 RFD CEO / STATE Secretary PO Box 3023, East Perth, WA 6892 Mr Ian Johnstone Mr John McCourt CMDR Philip Orchard AFNI RAN (Rtd) The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Decemberg Post October 2012 20093 3 This Month in Australian Military History

Date Year Title Event 13 February 1965 First Australian SAS Squadron The SAS served in Borneo during Confrontation to gather intel- advance party departs for Borneo ligence, conduct reconnaissance patrols and collect information on topography. 18 February 1943 9th Division arrives in Fremantle Having served in North Africa the 9th Division was ordered back to help defend Australia against the Japanese. 19 February 1915 Allied warships shell Dardanelles This was the first allied attempt to force a passage through the Dardanelles and attack the heart of the Ottoman Empire. Its failure ultimately led to the ill-fated Gallipolli campaign. 25 February 1951 Hill 614, Korea 12 Platoon, D Company, 3rd battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, captured this important piece of high ground at the second attempt, enabling the United Nations' forces northward advance to the Albany Line to continue. 28 February 1991 Gulf War ends With Iraqi forces having been driven from Kuwait and defeated in the field the coalition forces called a halt to the fighting. 1 March 1901 Naval and military forces of the With Federation state and federal authorities began planning for the States transferred to Commonwealth establishment of federal military forces. control 22 March 1942 Japanese aircraft bomb Katherine This was the only air raid against Katherine in the Second World War, one man was killed. 27 March 1953 Last engagement between Meteors Meteors had been found to be inferior to MIGS in air to air combat and MIGS in the Korean War in Korea and were transferred to ground attack duties. 31 March 1921 Formation of the Australian Air The Australian Air Force became the Royal Australian Air Force Force (RAAF) on 31 August 1921.

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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Note: Available until 21st December 2012 4 The Listening Post December 2012 From the President’s Pen

Welcome to the final edition of The 2014 but at this point in time additional Honouring those who Serve dynamic solutions to contemporary and Listening Post for 2012. funding is not confirmed. Ministers from Veterans’ Affairs port- newly emerging problems caused by folios from across the globe have met modern combat environments to best Sub branches and veterans are asked to In reviewing the activities and achieve- to discuss issues affecting servicemen serve the current and next generation of get behind community initiatives and ment of the past year I believe we and women, particularly current serv- veterans and their families. have been able to maintain momentum ensure any presentations are conducted ing men and women. Represented at the as we progress towards the Centenary in an appropriate manner. table was: Australia, the United States, Futures Fund Established of ANZAC and the foundation of the Should you be considering going to Canada and New Zealand. The Ministers Significant progress has been made in League. We have been able to deal with Gallipoli for the Centenary commemo- acknowledged their country’s fundamen- the establishment of a Futures Fund for governance issues in a very professional rations, you need to be aware of the tally shared values and commitment to the State Branch. Proceeds from the sale manner and maintain the excellent pub- restrictions that are being applied by honour the men and women who serve of the War Veterans Homes are about to lic image of the League. By the end the Turkish Government and of the in our defence forces. Achieving a seam- be invested in a financial portfolio that of the year many of the current issues ballot proposal being suggested by the less transition from military to civilian will enable the Branch to be financially will be resolved and future directions life is a challenge facing all countries secure. The Fund will be managed by set in place. We enter into a new gov- Australian Government. This will limit however; Ministers agreed that coopera- experts in the field and operated by a ernance regime occasioned by govern- Australians to 8000 visitors. tion between the Defence and Veterans’ separate group of trustees with a strong ment regulation and this will impact on Affairs portfolios was key to achieving Indexation Issue financial background and connection how the RSL and its Sub-Branches do successful transition. They also acknowl- The National President has been pursu- with the League. Your State Executive is edged the impact of service on serving business and demonstrate accountabil- ing this matter with the Prime Minister ity to its members, government and the members, veterans and their families. confident that the path we have chosen but, to date, there has been no prog- wider community. As previously advised They also recognised the demand on embraces all statutory investment proce- ress on this issue. We still have the to Sub-Branches it will require office veterans’ administrations that will con- dures while maintaining strong connec- Opposition’ s commitment to rectify the bearers to undertake training courses to tinue to grow from recent and current tions to the League. problem should it gain government at the ensure compliance with the requirements operational experiences. This will cover forthcoming election, but this is one we Greetings & Thanks of the government. I am confident the healthcare, compensation and support will need to continually monitor as this With Christmas just a few weeks away RSL, at all levels, will embrace the new to families. Foreseeing physical and I would like to take this opportunity to requirements and move into the future matter must be brought to a just conclu- mental health issues caused by multiple thank members for their support to the with greater confidence in Branch and sion as soon as possible. deployments, and providing a strategic Sub-Branch management. approach to addressing them, is a chal- organisation. We have achieved much National Congress lenge but one that needs to be informed and can be very proud of the leadership ANZAC Centenary Activities At the recently held National Executive and enriched by research. Working role we play in the community both at Whilst Albany will be the focus of com- meeting in Canberra it was announced together to anticipate the impacts of State and local level. It is from that image memorative activities associated with that Western Australia would host the deployment on the individual, serving that we are held in such high regard. In the ANZAC Legend it will up to local 2013 National Congress in Perth. This members and their families will be vital particular I acknowledge the hard work- communities, led by ex-service organi- would be held over the period 22 to to meeting their needs in the future. ing staff at ANZAC House, whether they The Ministers tasked their senior officials sations, to engage in the presentation 25 September 2013 at ANZAC House. be volunteers or paid staff. They are to explore and share research in develop- of functions that honour not only the the public image of the RSL and they Full details of this activity will be avail- ing a common vocabulary and termi- original ANZAC’s but all those who deserve that recognition. Recognition able early in the New Year. The State nology in mental health research and have and still are serving their country. must be made to the staff at ANZAC Funding for such presentations has not Branch will hold its Annual Congress on common approaches to research in this Saturday 21 September 2013 to enable field; female health issues and the impact Club. Matthew, Michael, Rhonda and the been announced but communities are team do a magnificent job and willingly WA members the opportunity to remain of combat on their health; the effects of encouraged to prepare submissions for attend to members and their guests. any financial assistance that may become in Perth as observers to the National environmental exposures informed by ongoing longitudinal research; and the available from the usual funding sources. Congress. We are still in the planning So, to everyone, have a Very Merry gaps in the understanding of neurosci- Christmas and a safe and prosperous New The Commonwealth and State stages for this event but we see it as an ence, in particular in traumatic brain Year. Government will be financially sup- opportunity to showcase WA RSL and injury and post-traumatic stress disorder. porting the re-enactment of the Albany also our wonderful State – in spring- In closing, the Ministers committed to William E (Bill) Gaynor OAM RFD ‘departure of the convoys’ in November time!!! continuing to engage and to explore STATE PRESIDENT RSL Response to Public Tips for Winning Consultation about ANZAC 2015 1.Learn two-letter words score tiles. As play (al, ai, em, en, ax, ex…) progresses it gets even Gallipoli Ballot Proposal and you’ll rarely be harder to lay them down, stuck for something to and any you’re left with The Returned & Services League of Australia welcomes descendants of those who served at Gallipoli. put down. count against you. this opportunity to provide input to the public consultation 3. If places are still available, a third ballot for 2.Learn where ‘Q’ can 8.When laying down the about the Government’s proposal to conduct a ballot to all other applicants; be used without a ‘U’ high-scorers you’ll want allocate the 8000 places available for Australians at the Some consider there should be an open ballot with no – faqir chews qat while to place them where Gallipoli commemorative site on 25 April 2015. preference for any applicant; typing on his qwerty others can’t make use keyboard. of them – but them nor can you. Consider your 3.Try to use ‘S’ to make The League accepts the limit of 8000 and the reasons tactics and whether to Others consider that as the ballot was a Government a plural at the same time given for that limit. The League also accepts there are take a chance on a sec- initiative it is a matter for Government through the as a new word and score ond crack or risk your likely to be many more than 8000 Australians who will Department of Veterans’ Affairs to resolve. A further view two words for the price opponent laying down a wish to be at Gallipoli on the centenary of the landing by of one. is that consideration should be given to those who have feeble spoiler. the ANZAC force in 2015 and thus that a ballot will be the foresight to research, plan, book and pay for trips to 4.Focus on the board, 9.Get the best score you required. Gallipoli in advance of the Government’s announcement not on your rack. Where can with every turn. you put a word and the of a ballot in the reasonable expectation they would have Holding back because options it opens up is There is diversity of opinion amongst members of the access to the commemorative sites on 25 April 2015. you nearly got a seven- at least as important as League about how this ballot might best be conducted. letter word, or because what you put down. For your consideration. you might be able to get 5.Keep abreast of which that triple-word bonus, Some consider there should be a three stage ballot at tiles have been used – or is a loser’s game. While follows: Rear Admiral Ken Doolan AO RAN (Retd) used up. you’re hanging out in the hope of something, 1. The first ballot restricted to only descendants of National President 6.Aim to use a premium persons who died or are buried at Gallipoli. others can be notching The Returned and Services square with every move. up consistently good 2. If places are still available, a second ballot for direct League of Australia Ltd 7.Don’t hoard high- scores. The Listening Post December 2012 5 FROM THE BUNKER with Denis Connelly Rear Admiral Sir David James Martin KCMG AO

David James Martin was born on ing the Cyprus and Iceland emergen- married Michael Beaumont and 15 April 1933 in Sydney; his father cies, HMAS VOYAGER in 1963 and William who is a serving captain in was Commander WH Martin. served as Executive Officer of HMAS the RAN and shortly to become CO VAMPIRE in 1967. HMAS WATSON. David Martin came from a long line of Naval Officers. Among his descen- In 1967 Martin attended The Royal The Honourable Nick Greiner then dants was H George Johnstone from Australian Naval College, 1969, he was premier of NSW said of the passing The Royal Marines of the First Fleet CO of HMAS QUEENSBOROUGH, of Sir David Martin KCMG AO KSTJ and Ester Abrahams. Their son Robert HMAS TORRENS 1974, HMAS RAN; Johnstone was the first Australian born SUPPLY 1978 and later HMAS "With the sad passing last week of Sir person to enlist in the Royal Navy MELBOURNE in 1979. David Martin, Australia lost one of (RN) in 1805. In 1973 Martin was Commander its most distinguished citizens. After The young David Martin attended of the Third Australian Destroyer a proud career of public service with Scots College from 1939-1946 and Squadron. In 1974 the recently pro- the Royal Australian Navy, Sir David enjoyed sailing VJs at Rose Bay and moted Martin was Director of Naval made the Office of Governor of New was a cheerful and keen sailor who Reserves and Cadets and Director of Rear Admiral (RDML) D.J. Martin, Royal Australian South Wales extremely accessible. learnt the art of yacht racing and was Naval Manpower in 1981. In 1982 Navy, listens to Gunner's Mate First Class V.W. Allen the apple of his mother's eye. the newly promoted Martin was pro- (USN) as he explains operations inside the No. 1 gun He earned the epithet of 'The People's turret aboard the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB Governor' and made his mark on moted to Flag Rank serving as Chief 63). The ship is on a port visit during a cruise around In 1947 the young Martin joined the Australian society in the warmest and RAN as a midshipman after complet- of Naval Personal and later as Flag the world. Location: SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIA (AUS) most human way. The bravery of the ing his course at the Royal Australian Officer Commanding Naval Support With rapidly deteriorating health, Sir man, when clearly suffering the pain of Naval College. Midshipman Martin Command and retiring in 1988. David Martin resigned as Governor his illness, was displayed for all to see attended the Royal Naval College, Soon after retiring from the RAN, Rear and passed away on 10 August 1990 during his farewell ceremony through Greenwich and HMS EXCELLENT Admiral David Martin (Rtd) was knight- in Sydney as a result of deadly plural the streets of Sydney on August 7. It for gunnery and guided weapon's ed as a Knight Commander of the order mesothelioma caused by exposure to was then that he left us with the mes- courses and staff courses. of St Michael and St George (KCMG) asbestos during his naval career. sage that Australians were looking for With the outbreak of the Korean and was appointed as Governor of New While Governor, Martin established decent standards and ethics and were Conflict Midshipman Martin saw South Wales. Following his appoint- the Sir David Martin Foundation which reaching out for guidance and example. action on the Korean Peninsula from ment as Governor, Sir David James runs programs that help young home- mid-September 1951 to mid-February Martin KCMG AO (Officer of the Sir David called on all of us to stand less and disadvantaged Australians. 1952 on HMAS SYDNEY. Postings Order of Australia which was awarded up for an Australian community which followed on HMAS VENGEANCE, in 1985 for service to the RAN) set David Martin married Suzanne Millear, is fair, healthy, happy and industrious, HMAS MURCHISON and HMAS about establishing a working relation- daughter of Spencer and Sylvia Millear where children can grow in safety with MELBOURNE. In 1959, Lieutenant ship between his office and the people from Victoria. The Martins had three hope and opportunity. We have lost a Martin was appointed Gunnery of NSW and soon became known as children, Sandy who is married to wonderful man and we shall miss him. Officer on HMS BATTLEAXE dur- "the peoples Governor". CDRE VEB Di Petro (RAN), Anna But we shall remember his message."

Service Record References: 1.Australian War Memorial Canberra, ACT Name : MARTIN, DAVID JAMES 2. Sir David Martin Foundation www.navy.gov.au/Sir_David_Martin_Foundation 3. www.navy.gov.au/sirdavidjamesmartin Service : Royal Australian Navy Birth Date : 15 April 1933 Birth Place : Darling Point, NSW Rank : Midshipman Branch : Seaman Honours : None for display Days in Service : 157 Prisoner of War : No

Unit History Start of service End of service Unit 19 September 1951 22 February 1952 HMAS Sydney

Green Tea: A top all-rounder Antioxidants have protective qualities protective effect. “Green tea has a higher The medicinal brew Those participants who took a capsule Green tea is lauded for its many health concentration of catechins and appears to What makes green tea so special? Unlike with decaffeinated green tea extract twice benefits – it guards against heart disease, benefit bone health more than other kinds black tea, its production involves little a day for three months experienced 32% diabetes, cancer, weight gain, even tooth of tea, such as black and oolong,” says processing and fermentation, keeping cat- fewer cold and flu symptoms compared decay. New research continues to stack Dr Leslie Shen of Texas Tech University. echin concentration especially high. to the placebo group. Of those who did up its merits. Its secret? This brew is Early research from Hong Kong also sug- become ill, only 6% needed a doctor. Flu fighter naturally rich in a group of antioxidants gests green tea’s catechins can benefit the By Thomas Moore called catechins. Recently, US researchers eye, with signs that it is absorbed by the A University of Florida study looked at found evidence of this compound’s osteo- lens, retina and other eye tissues. the effect of green tea during flu season. Reproduced from Readers Digest 6 The Listening Post December 2012 City of Armadale Remembrance Day and Memorial Ribbons Project The City of Armadale Remembrance Day 2012 Mr Peter Hillbrick; City of Armadale Mayor, Cr also commemorated the unveiling of a two year Henry Zelones JP; Former Armadale Mayor and project undertaken by The City of Armadale, Freeman of the City of Armadale and instigator instigated by Mr Linton Reynolds and a work- ing party consisting of City of Armadale staff, of the Memorial Ribbons project, Mr Linton Community Members and RSL in the form of Reynolds JP AM; Member for Armadale and the 'Memorial Ribbons'. A total of five columns Service personnel Hon Mr Tony Buti and the were erected. These ribbons commemorated Member for South East Metro Hon Ms Helen WWI, WWI, Korea, Vietnam and the fifth a Morton. combination of the current ongoing conflicts of Afganistan, East Timor, Iraq, Soloman Islands Cr Melissa Northcott Councillor in and Iran. Palomino Ward Each column of ribbons represents the ribbons For the City of Armadale of the war medals with a photo and explana- And Affiliate Member with the Armadale tion wording incorporated within. Those in RSL Sub Branch attendance laid wreaths at the five columns as a commemoration and reflection (as well as laying From my Father Mr Keith Northcott, wreaths for the Remembrance Day Service at Service Member with the Armadale RSL the Cenotaph) were: Armadale RSL President, Sub Branch

Mundaring RSL Sub-Branch

Remembrance Day Service held at the Ladies group are to be congratulated for the Memorial Obelisk and Rose Garden excellent luncheon held at their Cottage in on Sunday 11 November had increased the Park. community support and estimate over It is hoped that more business and Local 100 attended the event. Government representatives attend future The RSL wishes to thank all those who services. We also desperately need the help assisted in the Poppy Day collections, the of all teachers, parents and grandparents to local Scouts and our delightful bugler, share their knowledge of our history and help Isabelle, who has volunteered for the past ensure the awful sacrifices of the past were five years and most of all the community that not made in vain. Support the RSL attended on the day. The Mundaring CWA LEST WE FORGET. Ryan Rowland

MY Community is a loyalty program where the customer at Cash and Carry in WA can determine where much needed funds are able to be directed in the community.

For every $100 (excluding tobacco and liquor products) spent the customer will receive The Return of Herb Mallard’s one MY Community token. This token is then placed by the customer in one of our charity bins. Each month these bins will be emptied and the tokens tallied, ready for payment to the charity group. Payments to the charity will be quarterly. Spirit to Northampton Each one of our three Cash and Carry branches (Canning Vale, Balcatta and Bunbury) will have 20 Community groups participating in the program. The way the program works is for every $100 a customer spends in the store, they will receive one token to donate to the local community group of their choice. For example, if a customer spends $300 they will receive 3 coins to donate. Customers will deposit the coins they have received into a Community group’s deposit box.

Aboriginal soldiers have served with the ings they knew. Ceremonies have been held Australian military with distinction and in NSW and Victoria for the other Indigenous recently across Australia ceremonies have servicemen. been taking place as their remains are Neil MacNeill and Frank Mallard returned to their home country. In the photograph WO1 Colin Watego, WO2 Herb Mallard from Northampton was killed in Frank Mallard and Sgt Boysie Mallard attend- the last three months of WWII and was buried in Lae War Cemetery in Papua New Guinea. ed the Spiritual return of Pte Herb Mallard His spirit along with other indigenous service- from the Lae War Cemetery in New Guinea, men's spirits have been returned to Australia after 67 years. Mallard family from the Yamatji to allow them to rest in peace in surround- area of Kalbarri all attended the ceremony. The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Decemberg Post October 2012 20097 7 December Welfare & Pension News With 2012 Rosalind Howat Welfare Officer Welfare & Pensions News - Surviving the Festive Season

Many people find Christmas a very dif- Sources of Assistance During the Lifeline 131 114 further information please contact the ficult time of year. Holiday Period ANZAC House will The WA Sailors, Soldiers and Airmen’s Fund Administrator on 9287 3707 or be closed from 24 December 2012 Christmas may have previously been a time Fund Trust assists veterans and their mobile 0417 905 742 until 14 January 2013. During this dependents experiencing financial spent with loved ones who are no longer in period the Welfare Officer will be con- your life. Additionally, many people have hardship or in crisis. The Trustees meet I would like to take this opportunity to tactable on mobile number 0417 905 on the second Tuesday of each month more expenses at this time of year adding wish you all a merry Christmas and a 742 should you need assistance. Other to consider applications for assistance. further difficulties to the holiday season. useful sources of assistance include: The Trustees will evaluate all reason- safe, happy and prosperous New Year. If you are having difficulties paying utility Veterans & Veterans Families able requests for assistance. Financial or other essential household accounts please grants are restricted to those that are Counselling Service 1800 011 046 Take care till next time contact the Welfare Officer at ANZAC genuinely in need and unable to pay House. Some assistance may be available Carers Association Counselling Line for some essential item or purpose ROSALIND HOWAT to eligible Veterans and their dependants 1800 007 332 required to preserve quality of life. For State Welfare Officer experiencing financial hardship. Christmas can also be a difficult time for people who have suffered major losses HOSPITAL VISITORS LIST since the previous Christmas. Perhaps you Volunteer Contact Number Hospital Visited don’t have any family and you are not look- ing forward to spending another Christmas Ms Remah Glencorse & 0447 007 522 Hollywood Private Hospital alone. Whilst this can be reason to dread the Ms Bernadine De Beaux As Above St John of God festive season, there are alternatives. Check Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital out what’s happening at your Sub-Branch Shenton Park Rehabilitation and participate. Mr John Duffy 9401 5815 or Joondalup Hospital 0413780278 Glengarry Hospital Many community organisations and Osborne Park Hospital Churches have special activities for the festive season. Mission Australia has an Mr Mike Harness 9293 1076 or Kalamunda Hospital annual “Christmas Lunch in the Park” This 0419 091 708 Armadale Hospital event is attended by around 2000 locals and Bentley Hospital offers, free of charge, companionship and a Mr Bill Adamson 9295 5354 Mercy Hospital fun filled day. Every guest will enjoy a tra- Swan Districts Hospital ditional Christmas lunch under an air-con- Swan Seniors Mental Health Facility ditioned marquee, receive a gift and enjoy RSL welfare Officer 9287 3707 or Royal Perth Hospital entertainment throughout the day. Santa will 0412 009 191 Others as required distribute donated gifts and volunteers will welcome each guest as they arrive. Rev Canon Ken Barrett 9581 2519 Peel Hospital RSL Care, Mandurah The event is held at Wellington Square Park, East Perth on Tuesday 25 December Mr John Rankin 0438 264 371 Fremantle Hospital Alma Street Hospital 11.30am to 2.30pm Pinjarra RSL Sub-Branch Perth Digital Switchover: Six Months to go!

There are less than six months to go until analog signals are switched off across Perth. People will need to be digital ready by 16 April 2013 to keep watching free- to-air TV. What is the digital switchover? By the end of 2013, analog free-to-air TV sig- nals across Australia will be switched off and Members from the Pinjarra RSL Sub-Branch had a stall replaced with digital-only TV signals. at the Pinjarra Expo in November with the intention of Australia is moving to digital TV to improve recruiting younger and older service and ex-service mem- viewing experience, keep up-to-date with tech- bers in the community. nology and to free up broadcast space for other What they did discover is the confusion over membership. Service innovative services, like high-speed mobile and Ex Service (people don’t have to have served overseas) are broadband. Switching to digital TV means Analog TV signals are being switched off for entitled to join the RSL as service members and family members you will be able to watch the full suite of 16 good across the Perth switchover region on 16 (wife, mother, father, brother sister etc) can join as affiliate mem- free-to-air digital TV channels from the ABC April 2013. That’s only six months from now. bers. SBS and commercial broadcasters. As part of From 16 April 2013, all free-to-air TV will the switchover process, the Government, in be broadcast in digital only. This means that This was a successful exercise with a number of new memberships partnership with broadcast, is also improving residents living in the switchover area need to If you would like further information please contact the Secretary TV access right across the country. This means keep watching free-to-air TV from 16 April on 9537 8559 or visit the RSL office in Pinjarra Road on a Tuesday if you live in regional or remote Australia, you onwards. will have the same number of channels and morning 9.00am-11.00am. To find out when your region and town is choice as people in metropolitan areas. Sue O’Donnell switching to digital-only TV, visit myswitch How long do we have to go before analog TV on the homepage of the Digital Ready website: Secretary 9537 8559 signals are switched off? www.digitalready.gov.au 8 The Listening Post December 2012 AIF Malaya Nursing Scholarship

A function was held at Curtin addressed the gathering speaking of University that saw Shahira Binti how the scholarship was founded Muhammad Abdul Qadir from at the end of WWII by survivors of the Japanese prison camps. The Singapore successfully complete Scholarship was bought to fruition by a nine month course in advanced Captain McGregor of the 8th Division. nursing and midwifery. Denis Connelly Brigadier Konrad Ermert (RTD) Editor

Army Museum of WA Foundation World War II Gallery Opens at Army Museum of WA at Fremantle

Completed over a two year period Italians and the Japanese. at a cost of over $750,000, the new, As the years pass few of our World War WWII gallery is regarded as equal II veterans remain, but the gallery will in its professional design and layout serve to ensure that they will not be to any commercially constructed forgotten. The gallery now complements museum gallery in Australia. the Post 1945 Gallery also located on the 1st floor of the Army Museum and The gallery covers the entire period of covers the Australian Army's commit- the Australian Army's commitment in ment from 1939 until the present day in WWII from the declaration of war in Afghanistan. Europe in 1939 until the Japanese sur- render in 1945.The entire design was Within the next six months the Colonial created by the volunteers of the Gallery and Post Colonial galleries will be refur- Design Committee under the guidance bished, followed by a completely new of the Museum Curator, Mr Robert WWI gallery. Mitchell. Input was sought from the For further information, the Army 120+ volunteers who serve at the muse- Museum of WA website can be found um on a regular basis. The actual con- at www.armymuseumwa.com.au, email struction of the displays was undertaken [email protected] or phone by BK Design, a locally based exhibition 9430 2535. design company in co-operation with the museum's volunteer work force. The Army Museum of WA Artillery Barracks, Burt Street, Fremantle, WA Hundreds of hours were spent by vol- 6160 unteers in assembling the numerous displays and exhibits utilising personal The Museum opening hours are from skills ranging from dressing the man- 11.00am to 4.00 pm, Wednesday to nequins in authentic military uniforms: Sunday inclusive. researching the various campaigns: Story and photos by Ian Menzies sourcing the material for the printed display panels and cartography: setting up radio installations to the provision and de-commissioning the weapons on display. The campaigns highlighted range from the opening hours of the war in Europe the Western Deserts (Tobruk and El Alamein) and on to Libya and Syria. The impact of the war on the home front in Australia is profiled as is the fighting in Malaya and the Battle for Singapore. The tragic story of the independent forc- es based at Rabaul and on Ambon and in Portuguese Timor is followed by an impressive floor to ceiling diorama of the Kokoda Track and the fierce fighting that led to the ultimate victory in Papua New Guinea. The campaigns in the islands of the South West Pacific: along the north coast of New Guinea and on to Borneo are dramatically revealed, as are the activi- ties of the secretive 'Z' Force. The WWII Gallery is a fitting tribute to the men and women of the Australian Army who served our nation and the British Empire against the Germans, The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Decemberg Post October 2012 20099 9

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With the centenary of nity’s history of the war, in local man or woman who went feedback on the idea of the World War One fast their own words. WAM are to war and his or her experi- scheme. We are keen to get approaching, the Western operating with the support of ences; the impact of the war sub branches of the League in Australian Museum (WAM) the RSL who believe this to be on the community – loss of Western Australia involved in have been thinking of ways an opportunity for sub branch- men to work the land, worker the project as well and would in which to commemorate es to collaborate with local his- shortages slowing or closing encourage your sub branch to torical societies and regional mines – how did the commu- get in touch with your local this milestone which will museums in putting together a nity cope? Other themes could museum or historical soci- involve all of our commu- locally significant exhibition. include the impact on the local ety, or with CF or Amy at nities and RSL branches. economy; longer term impacts the Development Service at the The focus will be on the impact on the community or people – WA Museum, who can help The Western Australian the war had on the community. how did those involved and the to put you in touch with your Museum (WAM) is in the early Each participating group will community recover? local heritage place to help you stages of organizing a ‘dis- look for up to three stories be involved in the project. persed exhibition’ which will which come out of their place’s WAM has already made con- see regional museums, histori- experience of the war and will tact with a number of regional The number to use is (08) 9212 cal societies and other interest- relate to a number of themes. groups with regard to this exhi- 3700 or toll free on 180 02 33 ed groups including RSL Sub These themes might include: a bition and is receiving positive 33. Branches telling their commu- Facts about Dark Chocolate What you're eating: Healing powers: Healthy hint: Dark chocolate is made from the roasted beans of the cacao Dark chocolate contains hefty amounts of disease-fighting For the most anti-oxidants, look for dark chocolate that con- tree, native to South America. Columbus ‘discovered’ flavonoids, anti-oxidants also found in red wine and lots tains at least 60 per cent cocoa. these beans, and the returning crew of his fourth voyage of different fruit and vegetables. In fact, it appears to have How much is enough: About one or two squares is consid- took them to Europe. Originally cocoa was consumed as a more flavonoids than any other food. Studies find its anti- ered one serving. You can have one to two serves every day beverage made by combining the ground beans with water. oxidants can significantly improve blood pressure, prevent unless you’re trying to lose weight. Chocolate was first seen in bar form in about 1910. It’s blood clots, slow the oxidation of LDL cholesterol (making Buying right: made mainly from cocoa solids and cocoa fat (aka cocoa it less likely to stick to artery walls) and reduce inflamma- Buy from a shop with good turnover and look for clean, butter) plus sugar. Milk chocolate also contains milk or milk tion. Some research suggests that eating a few squares a day neat packaging – a sign the chocolate is fresh. Store choco- powder. White chocolate (mostly sugar, milk powder and can cut heart attack risk by 10 per cent. Eating dark choco- late in foil and plastic wrap. Chocolate may develop a light cocoa butter) lacks the cocoa solids that provide the health late can also lower insulin resistance, the main problem coating or ‘bloom’, but this won’t affect flavour or texture. benefits of its darker cousins. Cocoa butter’s melting point behind diabetes. is just below human body temperature - the reason choco- late melts so beautifully in your mouth.

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Ellenbrook Sub-Branch Remembrance Day Service After a major effort of promoting excellently, and Eric Cooper attended to the flag Remembrance Day in the local shopping protocols. Our thanks were extended to Kelly centre, the Ellenbrook Sub-Branch con- Marshall from Swan City Council for facilitating ducted a meaningful service on the sunny the service. Sunday morning at the town library. The assembled crowd was then served morning President, Stephen O’Neil, acknowledged the tea. Australian sacrifices in many conflicts, Cadet Riverton RSL Sub- Matt Farrell played the appropriate bugle calls Dr Neil MacNeill Branch Poppy Day Remembrance Day at Greenbushes Ray Pearce, President; Bill Collidge and Joe Kuzmanich Greenbushes Primary School spent three hours counting out a massive $15,549.40 students and the Greenbushes of Poppy Day collections. President Bill remarked Sub-Branch of the RSL com- that their efforts were nothing to the selfless endeav- bined to present a communi- our given by many Riverton RSL Sub-Branch mem- ty Remembrance Day service bers who toiled for days throughout our area of on Friday 9 November. responsibility. Students presented readings and Joe and Biscuits McGuiness worked both our major shopping ran the service which includ- centres and Ray toiled with stalwart Ron Bennett at Murdoch. ed lighting candles and laying Such altruistic undertakings are often dismissed as just our wreaths at the War Memorial duty; however, Riverton RSL Sub-Branch service members and the residents of Riverton showed the State of Western situated in Thomson Park oppo- Australia we are forerunners in our efforts to never forget site the school. After the cer- those who served. emony, members of the commu- nity enjoyed morning tea at the Lest We Forget. district hall. Greenbushes RSL branch members (left to right) Doug Albone, Ray Mills, Barry Boyle and Pat Scallan at the Greenbushes War Memorial during the Remembrance Dr Tony Thatcher Debbie Walsh Day Service

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Pickering Brook Heritage Group On Sunday 11 November 2012 a tative from the Mandurah ex National dedication and Memorial Service Service group. was held at and new memorial Father Michael MacMahon read the situated at the Pickering Brook prayer of remembrance and dedica- Heritage Group site in Pickering tion. Shirly Mooney gave the address Brook. and Gerry Hemy read the ode. Guests included RSL WA President Beverly Giumelli William Gaynor, a representative from President of the Pickering Brook the City of Kalamunda and a represen- Heritage Group

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Remembrance Australia’s Greatest Naval Heroes Celebrated Day at at The National Maritime Museum, Pinjarra Sunday 11 November There was an event held at the Maritime The mines were designed to bring Britain Museum on Sunday 11 November, 2012 to her knees; and they very nearly suc- - Remembrance Day. This was a cel- ceeded. All that stood between them and ebration of Australian maritime heroes defeat for the Allied cause was a small as well as an opportunity to hear Robert group of astonishingly courageous men Macklin discuss ‘Bravery in War, Peace determined to defuse the monsters before The Pinjarra RSL Sub-Branch had a busy Remembrance Day and on and Politics’. Macklin is the author of they exploded. And leading among them Monday12 November with another service from Pinjarra at McNamara One False Move, the never before told were four remarkable Australians. Lodge in the RAAFA Estate in Mandurah. story of Mine diffusers from World War II. This was the first time the families At first ‘magnetic’ mines were designed Pinjarra mother Sandra O’Donnell and her 10 year old daughter Akala gave a of the officers written about in the book to explode when ships passed over them moving recital of a Remembrance Day poem “The Inquisitive Mind of a Child”. have met. or when their delicate instruments were Sue O’Donnell Former Minister for Foreign Affairs and disturbed. They were followed by pres- Secretary of Pinjarra RSL Sub-Branch Trade, Alexander Downer joined other sure mines and others that exploded family members to celebrate Australia’s when exposed to the light. And they came four most highly-decorated naval officers equipped with booby traps designed to North Beach RSL Sub-Branch at a special ceremony at the Australian kill or maim the men who fought to National Maritime Museum. defuse them day after day throughout the entire length of the war. Remembrance Day 2012 The families came to Sydney from Theirs was courage beyond compare. North Beach RSL Sub-Branch conducted a Remembrance Day Service around Australia to honour the four heroes of World War II whose stories And though many of their colleagues fell at the Monument on the Charles Riley Memorial Reserve (named after a have been told for the first time in a new victim, all were present when the final World War II veteran who lost his life in 1954 while rescuing two girls in book, ONE FALSE MOVE by author victory was won. the surf at Watermans Bay). Robert Macklin. While all four of the men have now Members gathered to pay their respects to their fallen comrades, those who had The naval officers, Leon Goldsworthy of died – the last being Leon Goldsworthy served and those who continue, to serve their country. Perth, Hugh Syme of Melbourne, Stuart in 1995 – they shared a very close Rob Sweet Secretary Mould of Sydney and George Gosse of bond during and after the war. However, Adelaide all won the George Cross and Sunday will be the first time that the became the most highly decorated offi- families have met cers in Australia’s naval history. An Armistice Day ceremony was held In the early days of the war they trav- beside the celebrated WWII commando elled to the U.K. and volunteered to boat Krait at the Museum’s Darling defuse the fearsome parachute mines the Germans were dropping over the cities Harbour wharf at 10.40 am. This was and ports of Britain. The mines – which followed by an informal luncheon and at were Hitler’s vaunted ‘secret weapon’ 2 pm Mr Downer spoke at the museum – had the power to level a city block or theatre. He introduced Robert Macklin, break the back of a capital warship. The who is also the author of the official four ‘mine-busters’ worked to defuse biography of former Prime Minister them in bombed-out rubble or deep Kevin Rudd and then gave a talk on beneath the sea. ‘Bravery in War, Peace and Politics’. 12 The Listening Post December 2012 Northam Sub Branch Remembrance Day Retired Royal Australian Navy Members to Help Primary School in Thailand

Recently, 40 members of the 22nd Intake Junior Recruit Training Establishment (JRTE) gathered together in Patong, Thailand for their 44th year Intake Reunion. Several members now reside in Thailand and it was decided to hold the reunion in Patong to help offset some of the travel costs for these members. The 1.Nonglag Primary School Children (pronounced Nongleck) The Northam Sub-Branch hosted Donovan reciting the poem "In Flanders 22nd JRTE members, friends and their a Remembrance Day Service on Fields" and Ed Freeman - Smith reciting wives spent a week in Patong before (www.thai-school.net/nonglag/) but in Sunday, 11 November with over the ODE. travelling North by bus to Hau Hin and the future, Peter and Sao hope to help then on to Kancanaburi and Hellfire them set up a page in English. In the 100 people attending on a fine and Bugler Luis Lim again travelled to Pass for another week. future, if funds permit, the sponsorship warm morning. Northam to perform the Last Post and may be extended to other schools in the Reveille which is appreciated by our During the Reunion, it was decided The President, Donna Prytulak, opened area. The sponsorship involves the 22nd members. Wreaths were laid by the RSL, by those members present, to assist the service and welcomed everybody JRTE Intake and friends funding items the Women's Auxiliary and many service and sponsor a Thai Primary School by before speaking on the meaning behind such as desks and computers, needed groups and schools. Members of the donating furniture and equipment to Remembrance Day and the red poppy. by the school to improve the delivery public were invited to place a poppy on the school. The chosen school is in the of education to the local children. It is The Secretary Reg Stevens gave the the Memorials. home village of Peter Mundy’s wife, address in which he spoke of the massive Sao, who attended the school in past planned to have a transparent philan- Cadets from 519 ACU and TS Perth numbers of men mobilised and the casu- years. The Primary School is located thropic arrangement in place by mid combined and performed admirably to alties for all countries involved in WWI. in the small village of Nonglag (pro- 2013 and to continue to sponsor this form the flag party. He also mentioned the mateship formed nounced Nongleck), in Surin Provence, cause for the years to come. between soldiers and the reliance they The Australian National Anthem was half-way between Sankat and Sisaket Other JRTE Intakes and interest- had on each other. The names and the played to conclude the service and every- and about 35 minutes by car from the ing people who wish to contribute to details of the seven Australian soldiers one was invited into the RSL Memorial Cambodian Border. Travel time by bus this worthy cause are encouraged to who died on service in Afghanistan in Hall to enjoy some refreshments that from Bangkok to Nonglag is approxi- contact Graham Spencer at eaglegra- the past year were read out. were provided by the Women's Auxiliary. mately 8 hours North East. [email protected], Peter Mundy at [email protected], or the The Sub-Branch Treasurer Geoff Reg Stevens The school is the focal-point of the 22nd JRTE website at http://www.roy- Scarterfield read the Prayer of Secertary village and ceremonies are held in it al22nd.net. Remembrance with Wardens Jim all year round. The school has a web- site which is currently written in Thai Graham Spencer The ListeningThe Li stPosentin Decemberg Post October 2012 200913 13 Wishing all our readers A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year The Listening Post Committee & Staff of ANZAC House

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On exhibition 2 November 2012 Captured on glass, printed into post- About the photographs Vignacourt showcases 74 photographs cards and posted home, the photographs until 31 July 2013 at the Australian The Louis and Antoinette Thuillier specially hand-printed in the Memorial’s made by the Thuillier family enabled War Memorial Collection contains almost 4,000 glass- darkrooms from the original glass-plate Australian soldiers to maintain a frag- plate negatives depicting British, French, The small French village of Vignacourt ile link with loved ones in Australia. negatives. You can see more images Australian, US, and Indian soldiers, was always behind the front lines. For The Thuillier collection covers many Chinese labour corps, and French civil- from The Louis and Antoinette Thuillier much of the First World War it was a stag- of the significant aspects of Australian ians. More than 800 of these glass-plate Collection on Seven Network’s Lost ing point, casualty clearing station and involvement on the Western Front, from negatives featuring Australians were recreation area for troops of all nationali- military life to the friendships and bonds Diggers Facebook page. generously donated to the Memorial by ties moving up to and then back from the formed between the soldiers and civil- Mr Kerry Stokes AC in August 2012. Join us for a special tour each Wednesday battlefields on the Somme. Remember ians. The exhibition showcases a selec- You can view all the Thuillier images me: the lost diggers of Vignacourt tells tion of the photographs as handmade (except Boxing Day) donated to the Memorial on these web- the story of how one enterprising pho- traditional darkroom prints and draws pages. Courtesy Kerry Stokes collection, tographer took the opportunity of this on the Memorial's own collections to passing traffic to establish a business tell the story of these men in their own The Australian War Memorial’s exhibi- the Louis and Antoinette Thuillier taking portrait photographs. voices. tion Remember me: the lost diggers of Collection

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Sub-Branch News Narrogin Sub-Branch Hold Annual Dinner Bicton/Palmyra RSL Sub-Branch Members On Saturday, the 3 November the Narrogin RSL Sub-Branch held The Bicton/Palmyra RSL Sub-Branch It’s your Sub-Branch please support it. their annual re-union dinner at the Soldiers Memorial Institute. is currently experiencing a mini crisis On a happier note, our dedicated Secretary/ Guests included the State President, Mr Bill Gaynor OAM RFD; the Narrogin numbers attending the meetings and Social Director Kevin Hastie is providing Mayor, Mr Don Ennis and his wife and Mr Ryan Rowland, Chairman of the social events have dropped dramati- us with a number of social events through- Borneo Exhibition Group. cally. out the year. This event was first introduced after the Great War and the tradition has been I’m sure some of the other branches are We have furnished our garden area with upheld over the years. Photos of that era show the hall to be full but unfortu- suffering the same dilemma, however, as new glass tables and comfortable chairs nately over the decades; membership of the Sub-Branch has declined to only we have a membership in excess of 250 twenty members and guests attending the dinner. including Affiliate and Social it is disap- which we hope will attract members now The State President in his address informed those attending of upcoming poli- pointing when only nine or ten members that the weather is improving and even cies and the changes planned for the future. Member and guests then enjoyed turned up for general meetings. though we have had to recently raise the a magnificent meal by caterers Narrogin Takeaway. price of our liquor sales, the cost is still Election of Office Bearers is becoming a very reasonable. Mr Hendtrikus Chattillon President huge problem with only the diehard long standing members filling the positions In August, a donation was made to the chil- Sub-Branch Challenge Presidents Cup each year. We have a few of our WWII dren’s section of the Fremantle Hospital veterans who still attend, however we for them to purchase “Zimmer Frames.” don’t except them at this time of their life favourite sausage sizzle in the morn- The money was from a collection tin we After much too-ing and fro-ing to volunteer to serve on the committee. ing. At 11.50amm the teams were placed on the bar and each year this money between HQ and the City of It’s the younger generation that we would briefed and given their marching is donated to a worthy cause. Rockingham Sub-Branch, the dearly love to come forward and it is to orders before heading out in their Golf Day got up and running those members that I am appealing to. AG Meyer AM President for the Sub-Branches participat- carts to their respective holes. Once everyone was in place, tee off was at ing after a two year hiatus. 12 noon. gested on the day that the Golf The Secret Harbour Golf Club was After an afternoon of sun, wind and Challenge have a new name and Bakers Hill selected for this year’s venue. The 18 holes of golf, teams returned to no longer be called the President’s Bakers Hill RSL Sub-Branch had their best Rockingham RSL President Bob the 19th hole (Clubhouse) to par- Remembrance Day attendance in memory. Gillmore hit the ground running on Cup. We will have to wait until take in refreshments and brag about the day after a short period of orga- next year to see what will happen The ceremony commenced at 1045 hours, with their achievements. At the presenta- nising the event. with that. approximately 75 people in attendance. Most of tion, Nollamara took out the main the people attending stayed afterwards for a free Once the invitations had been sent, prizes and the shield with the minor So, come along next year, meet sausage sizzle provided by the Sub-Branch. The cer- teams from Nollamara, Ocean Reef, prizes being distributed between new friends and have a great day emony and sausage sizzle effectively brought many Pinjarra and the Totally and Partially Rockingham and the other teams. out. of the community members together, and people Disabled Veterans of WA came for Everyone who participated in the the day, not forgetting the City of were standing and talking in groups everywhere. day had a great time and thoroughly Mark StevensAssistant Sec. Rockingham RSL Sub-Branch. All in all a very successful ceremony, which the enjoyed themselves and vowed to City of Rockingham RSL Sub-Branch intends replicate next year. Lin Booth The day commenced with the old come along next year. It was sug- Sub-Branch The ListeningThe Lis Posteningt December Post October 2012 200919 19 Sub-Branch News Toodyay

1.Toodyay Sub-Branch 2/16 representatives and the Dorizzi family laying wreathes

2.Toodyay Sub-Branch Avenue of Honour

3.Toodyay Sub-Branch L-R is Ron Badock (93 years old), Bernie Dorzzi & Dick Ridgwell (94 years old)

Toodyay Sub-Branch L-R is Ron Badock (93 years old), Bernie Dorzzi & Dick 4.Toodyay Sub-Branch Relatives and members of the public Ridgwell (94 years old)

Toodyay Sub-Branch 2/16 representatives and the Dorizzi family laying wreathes

Toodyay Sub-Branch Relatives and members of the public Toodyay Sub-Branch Avenue of Honour Toodyay RSL On 7 October 2012 was a big day for the Toodyay RSL. We celebrated our 93rd birthday; this was the day in 1919 that we received our charter. We are now enter- ing the 94 year which our humble Sub-Branch have supported and tried to live up to the ideals of the Returned & Service League of Australia. One of our members, Alan Clabaugh, with the aid and support of the Toodyay Historical Society, has put together a brief history of the Toodyay RSL since our inception. The reason the history is so brief is that the Toodyay RSL Sub-Branch had not retained any records or if they have, we don’t know where they are. We only have minute books for the last 15 years. We would be very interested if any members of the public have any old photos or recollections of our Sub-Branch. On 7 October 2012 our President, Mr John Clarke, presented two copies of “The RSL in Toodyay” one went to the Toodyay Shire President, Cr Kevin Hogg, who told us it would be lodged at the Toodyay Library where it will be available to the public of Toodyay to peruse at their leisure. The other copy was presented to Mr Denis Connelly, the State Vice President, of the Returned and Services League of Australia WA Branch, for safe keeping. You can contact Lou 9574 4310 or [email protected] Second World War Plaques Dedication Service We also had a dedication service for the plaques the Sub-Branch has put together to honour those individuals of the Toodyay community who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the WWII to enable us to live the lives we lead today.This project was commenced some years ago and we now have an Avenue of Honour with plaques for WWI and WWII service personnel who lost their lives. Avenue of Honour This particular service was to dedicate the plaques of those individuals from the WWII. We had advertised the event in the “Can We Help You” column of the Western Australia and the Toodyay Herald, we tried to contact other publications to get the message out but were unsuccessful. We were still able to attract individu- als from all over Australia and had people come from Cairns in Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania. We had representatives from the 2/4 Machine Gun Battalion, including two spritely veterans Ron Badcock (93) and Dick Ridgwell (94). 2/11and 2/16 Infantry Battalions were represented as well as the Borneo POW. Relatives Association The proceedings were opened with the aid of our Secretary/Treasurer, Mr John Adams, who acted as the MC and introduced the dignitaries’. John Clarke, Toodyay RSL President, gave a welcome speech with a brief resume on how the project was started and funded. He then handed over to our Shire President, Cr Kevin Hogg, who said a few words about the service personnel who had joined up during the WWII from the Toodyay district. He also had some kind words to say about the Toodyay Sub-Branch and how we are one of the longest serving volunteer organisations in the Toodyay district. The service was then addressed by Major Olga Hedemann AARC OAM RFD JP (RAANC) retired army nurse, who unveiled the plaques. The reason for selecting Olga to recognise the role females play in our lives. Olga told us the fascinating story about Alma Beard, her life, training and eventual death at the hands of the Japanese. Wreaths were laid by the Toodyay RSL, 2/4 Machine Gun Battalion, 2/11 Infantry Battalion, 2/16 Infantry Battalion and relatives of the departed. During the wreath laying Rick (Padre) Turner and Ron Larkin read out the Role of Honour. Father Giles then blessed the plaques, Lou Kidd Recited the ode. We estimated that there were about 160 individuals present what made the day extra special was that it was all about families, people were able to catch up with relative they had not seen in a long time and together they could at last say goodbye to their loved ones. After the service we retired to the Toodyay Club for light refreshment. We feel that our dedication service was well received by the relatives and interested members of the Public. We feel the whole day was very successful. John Adams 20 The Listening Post December 2012 Tea Dance at ANZAC House Another successful annual Tea Dance was held at ANZAC House on 7th November. Denis Connelly Editor

Amoungst the particpants where from the left Mr Bob Dunnell (POW Also present was Mr Bill Price and his wife. The Legacy Ladies. Singapore), Mr Wally Holding (POW Singapore), Ms Marion Mathews (Widow of POW), and Mr Arthur Leggett (POW 11th Battalion Singapore). Returned Ex-Servicewomen

WO Gary Browne’s Farewell The Dutch Choir performing for the Returned Ex-Servicewomen at ANZAC House With the promotion of WO1 Gary Browne RSM to an Eastern States Army Unit, a small ceremony was conducted at ANZAC House during a Western Australian Veterans’ Affairs Committee (WAVAC) meeting on 25 October 2012. WO Browne contributed to up to date issues that affect and have affected separat- Thank you Synergy ing service personnel. We thank WO Browne for his contribution to the WAVAC and wish him well in his new position. A Certificate of Community Service was presented to Mr Trevor James CEO of Synergy (WA) for supporting ANZAC Club. Denis Connelly Editor Denis Connelly Editor

Wendy Quinn Minute Secretary, CMDR Philip Orchard (Rtd) CEO/State Secretary, WO Gary Browne Pictured from left; Mr Matthew Holyday ANZAC House Manager, Mr Phil Orchard CEO/State Secretary member, Mr Graeme Bland member, Jacquie Liddard member, and Mr Denis Connelly Vice President/ Editor and Mr Trevor CEO Synergy WA. of The Listening Post/Chair of WAVAC. The ListeningThe Lis Posteningt December Post October 2012 200921 21 Past Warden of the State War Memorial

It has been both an honour and significance. And attending services just so welcome and such a huge and After each service, I would return a privilege to have been Warden in a range of weather - rain, sun, wind, relevant support. home saying "Well, this was the best and a few bitterly cold mornings - of the Kings Park War Memorial One of my enduring memories as a one ever!". Our last service - the one helps one appreciate this environment during 2011-2012. child was from Perth Legacy func- with Ministers Carr and Smith, and in its many moods. tions where Dad was a very active Secretaries Clinton and Panetta - was My year of duty has been a remark- a pretty good finale. But the endur- able experience for me. I have been I also enjoyed the lighter contrasts to member. At the end of each func- the solemnity of the occasion. On one tion we would recite the Ode. Each ing memory for me of all services both moved and impressed by the dif- will be the haunting blend of bagpipe ferent cultures and causes represented occasion the crows drowned us out recital of the Ode over the last year completely. On another, the ducks has reminded me not just of all that and digeridoo at the Indigenous War by the people who have held services Veterans service. during the year. Despite our differ- cavorted in the water around the our fellow Australians have offered to ences, our common bond of freedom Flame of Remembrance. On a third, our nation, but about the community My husband Michael and I very much and democracy serves to strengthen the flies descended in their thousands. work that so many people continue to enjoyed the RSL social functions, and And speaking of things aerial, one of our ties. The recognition of our past is do, borne out of the comradeship of were especially grateful to yourself the greatest thrills of my life has sure- a contemporary reminder of the values service to their country. The RSL is and your wife Joan, and Phillip and ly been the many fly pasts of the last living testament to the strength of this of freedom and peace which endure Isabel Orchard for the friendship over twelve months: what a buzz, and what work across Australia. over many generations, cultures and the year. We also both enjoyed the goosebumps they inspire. In my next creeds. I am indebted to the RSL for this RSL hospitality, Max Kay's humour, life I want to be a Wing Commander! opportunity; a year of such signifi- and the warmth from all RSL mem- The loyalty and commitment of the As some would know, my dad Max cance and moment which I could bers at so many gatherings. Thank many groups who have held services Shean, himself a former Warden, died never have imagined in advance. I am you for welcoming us into your lives during my year of duty has impressed in June 2009. When I told Mum especially grateful to Deputy Warden and fellowship. me enormously. There have, however, about my invitation to wardenship, Geoff Simpson for his wry, dry and been many other special components. I enclose a picture which Michael she accepted it as just one of the things efficient coordination, and his no- I have especially enjoyed the many took at my last service showing Geoff that we Sheans did and I got the nod nonsense approach to what looked and varied characters who have been Simpson, Sub Wardens and Scotty the of approval. For several months like being a terrifying year for me. involved. These range from the gen- bugler. I also have a picture from the we arranged our Sundays together I am equally grateful to his helpful erations of veterans who themselves same event of me with the national and around the Kings Park services. We and cheerful and ever young team have served, through to the family international dignitaries - but the pic- lost Mum on 2 May 2012. The week of Highgate Sub Wardens who wel- members - and especially the younger ture of Geoff and the Highgate team is before, on 25 April, I sat with her and comed this new recruit with warmth people - who continue to honour the my favourite. I will miss you all. together we watched the ANZAC ser- and positive suggestions. Thank you memory of their loved ones. How So - thank you all for the opportunity vice on the ABC evening news. I told all for the setting up and putting away touched their ancestors would be to to serve in this way, for your helpful her about my day and held her hand, which you did for every service, and know that they were honoured with guidance and most of all, your warmth and she in turn held Dad's medals. most of all for your kindness and such duty and fondness. and friendship. This year, this hon- My year of duty has given me great friendship. And thanks too to the vari- our, I shall never forget. The simple tranquillity of Kings Park comfort through a period of grief and ous buglers who stood us fast, played is appropriate for a memorial of such loss. The fellowship of all has been the Last Post and Reveille. Ruth Shean Can you help

RAE Vietnam Honour Roll and a Welcome to the West 2013 Veteran Grandfather’s Prayer Welcome to the West provides access to We have just celebrated the 2012 practical information for Defence mem- Remembrance Day where we honour all bers and their families in a fun and fes- tive environment, with entertainment and those who served this nation in all con- attractions, a live band, face painting, flicts, those that paid the ultimate price, sausage sizzle, fairy floss and much more. those that came home wounded both The event is on Sunday 17 of February physically and psychologically, and those 2013, 11.00am to 3.00pm at Leeuwin that did their duty and returned home Barracks, Riverside Road, East Fremantle. unscathed. We also remember those fami- A variety of community organisations will lies who stayed at home kept the home attend the event with a focus on youth, community, education, training, career, front functioning, those that suffered the and relocation support. loss of a loved one and those that have nurtured a wounded or ailing Veteran. Bring your picnic and enjoy live music from the Australian Army Band Perth. Lest We Forget This event is targeting current serving Kindest regards, members for Defence. Hans (John) Sahariv Shari Freeman 22 The Listening Post December 2012 Reunions & Services 2nd Intake Junior Recruit on Thursday 14 February 2013 at 11am. HMS Ganges Association •••••••• Training HMAS Leeuwin 1961 Members of Ex Service Organisations and The WA Division would like to extend First Ever Reunion the general public are invited to attend and a welcome to ex Ganges boys and ships RAN - Gunnery Branch Reunion lay a floral tribute if desired. BYO chairs 24 to 26 April 2013, Hobart Tasmania To be held in the Shellharbour area NSW company to join the Division. We meet if required. For enquiries please contact, about 110 km south of Sydney. regularly on the 4th Thursday of the odd All replies direct to: 9364 8564 or 9330 3586. month at the Swan Yacht Club in East Approximate date is yet to be confirmed, Helen Pickering Fremantle. The HMS Ganges Association Graham Halton - HMAS Duchess, assume Feb/March 2014. •••••••• exists simply to encourage links, maintain Vietnam - http://www.viet- To register your interest and for further comradeship between shipmates and keep namroll.gov.au/VeteranDetails. details contact Dave Turner davkat@big- HMAS Leeuwin 42nd Intake the "Ganges Spirit" alive. Reunion aspx?VeteranId=1231725 – pond.net.au or If you wish to know more about member- E:[email protected] (02) 9520 2810 ship please contact. There will be a 40th Reunion of the •••••••• •••••••• 42nd Intake from 8-10 February 2013 The secretary Ian Critchley on 9419 2013 RAN Aircraft Handlers in Canberra. Visit http://42ndintake.home- 3437 Royal Australian Corps of Reunion stead.com/ or for more information contact •••••••• Signals Association (SA) The 2013 RAN AH, AVN, FF, MTD and Don Hogarth via don_hogarth@hotmail. WRAN MTSs Reunion will take place com or 0438 641 043. RAN - HMAS Leeuwin 8th Intake in the City of Rockingham RSL Club (January 1964) Reunion RASigs National Reunion – Barossa •••••••• 23 to 26 April 2014, Wollongong NSW on Saturday 2 March 2013 from 10 am. Valley SA – 25-28 October 2013 Admission is free but bring your wallet HMAS Voyager All replies direct to either of the following: and lunch will be available. For further The Daring Class Destroyer HMAS The President and Members of the information and notice of intention to Bob Green – (02) 4283 5201 – E: Voyager was commissioned into the RAN RASigs Association (SA) request the attend, please phone Tubby Gilmore on in February 1957. She was lost follow- [email protected] or pleasure of your company for the 2013 (08) 9592 4216. ing a collision with HMAS Melbourne in Rick Watkins – (02) 4256 2620 – E: [email protected] Bob Gilmore February 1964 with the loss of 82 lives RASigs National Reunion. - there were 232 survivors. During her 7 •••••••• •••••••• Register your interest at http://www. years in service, between 1200 & 1400 Naval Association – Geraldton Australian Army Nursing Sisters men served in her. A data base is being rasigs.com/ The Naval Association of Australia wishes The Applecross RSL Sub-Branch will con- compiled of former crew for the purpose to form a sub-section in Geraldton and duct a Memorial Service for the Australian of reunions. Please send your name and Contact President – RASigs Assn Army Nursing Sisters from the SS Vyner details to the webmaster, Les Sheehan, 9 welcome expressions of interest from serv- SA – Bruce Long – 0417 227 533 – ing and ex-serving members of the Navy Brooke who drowned, were massacred on Bunya Park Drive, Eatons Hill, Qld 4037 [email protected] – http:// Bangka Island or died as prisoners of war. (07) 32462589 or [email protected] who would like to join the Association. This service is taking place at the Memorial, Telephone (08) 9409 1014 or email jack. www.rasigs.com/2012_reunion/ Honour Ave, Point Walter Reserve, Bicton •••••••• [email protected] reunion2013_home.htm Notices

Biography of Father Bob P 07 4937 4280 -R21906 Phillip Reginald Herington, you could pass on my details and then Maguire RAN. Enlisted in NSW. Posted M 0418 713 282 F 07 4922 8637 they will have the choice to contact me. I’m writing the biography of Father Bob E [email protected] off ship before it was sunk. Maguire, the Catholic priest in Melbourne, Our reunion is planned for the weekend of W www.ozcare.org.au -S3383 Ronald William Boorman, RAN. who from 1969-1972 was an instructor in 13 – 15 Jun 2014 and will be held at the Regards Ted Hawkins Enlisted in NSW. Posted off ship the character-training courses for new sol- before it was sunk. Twin Towns RSL, Coolangatta QLD. diers gong to Vietnam and the character- •••••••• leadership courses for officers serving Help Needed -21715 William George McCartney, RAN. Thank you for any help you are able to during Vietnam. I was wondering if anyone knows the Enlisted in NSW. Posted off ship provide. before it was sunk. These were courses designed after the whereabouts of this Ex WRAAC? Pam List of Missing Staff: McCallum (that is her maiden name) Korean War to strengthen the emotional -3863 John Keene, RAAF. Enlisted in Officers: Last State: and spiritual resilience of soldiers as it unknown if she married but she preferred NSW. Part of Seagull/Walrus maintenance Les Hubble – ex RA Sigs NSW was found, in Korea, that some of the men to be called Scotty. I believe she was a team. Posted off ship before it was sunk. weren’t able to withstand the stresses, and QLD girl, posted to Singleton and left Ray Johnson – ex RAE [I think] QLD things like captivity and interrogation, so there around 67/68. Do any of your Associations have relatives Iain Stewart – ex RA Inf ACT there were high numbers of deserters. I offered to put this out through the of any of the above men? Is it possible for Philip KudnigVIC All new recruits had to go through these numerous grapevines, so maybe someone you to send out an “All Ship – All Shore” to John Rawson – ex Education Corps three day courses (Character Training), will know her or know of her. This request your members to see if you can locate them? VIC and then the officers had to do a five day is on behalf of a friend who lost contact 47 Don Randall – ex RA Sigs NSW course Character Leadership. years ago at Singleton. If you are able to assist with the following please reply to Bob Trotter direct at email Garth Hughes – RAAC ACT I wondered if any of your contacts remem- If you can help or have any update, all info address: [email protected] bers going through these courses, and would be appreciated. NCO’s Bob Trotter OAM FIE Aust would be willing to talk to me about what Thank you in anticipation John Sizeland PTI they were like. In an ideal world, someone 0418 487 158 out there might even have gone through a Trish Lesina Locating People Allan Bell course run by Father Bob. [email protected] Vince Metroff [Mezroth] I am in the process of organising the Jack Pearce Sue Williams 0412 416 641 HMAS Sydney II - Relatives 50th Anniversary Reunion of our OCS [email protected] Wes Olson is gathering data for a sec- Joe Vezgoff graduating class of June 1964. As part of www.suewilliams.com.au ond book about HMAS Sydney II and Brian Tyrell – ex RA Inf [RSM at the he has noted that the following men all the reunion I am trying to contact staff time] •••••••• have letters or diaries in the Australia members who were at OCS at the time. Paddy Brennan – ex RA Inf [RSM] Gregory Keith Judd War Memorial which he wants to quote, Unfortunately the contact details I have RAN – Searching for R95895 ABCK but there are no contact details for the are very much out of date for a number R.E. [Acky] Dummett – ex RA Inf Gregory Keith Judd HMAS Yarra Vietnam donors. So, he needs to make contact with of them and of course some may even no John Rawson Date of Birth 11 January 1951 descendants of the following men to gain longer be with us. I am hoping that from John McGuire permission. the list below, you may be able to check Peter Ingram [Service Member South If you have knowledge of the above mem- your memberships and let me know if you -16069 Eric Charles Evans, RAN. ber, please advise:- have any current contact details for these Lake Macquarie RSL No. 0233830] Enlisted in Victoria. Posted Glenn Thompson Co-ordinator members. Class Coordinator off ship before it was sunk. OCS Portsea Rockhampton Hostel Community -13585 Jack Sheather, RAN. I understand that you may not be able to Support 233 Alma St Rockhampton QLD Enlisted in NSW. 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It Annual Congress of the WA I am delighted that we have is here that we will pay tribute to RSL on behalf of the Federal accompanying the students and Australian serviceman who fought Minister for Veterans’ Affairs me on the tour, two young men- and paid the ultimate sacrifice for and I trust the Congress was a tors, the Principal and Deputy our country. success. Principal of the College, a parent During my presentation to the del- The ANZAC legacy has remained and the President of the Shire of CROSSWORD egates, I spoke of my efforts to strong for almost 100 years and the Kalamunda. interest surrounding our Diggers keep the ANZAC legend alive. As The ANZAC Remembrance solution and the sacrifices which they made Patron of the Darling Range Sports Tour will not be a holiday. As A B B A C S T W O K D A M P O S H for Australia continues to grow. S T O O D A C E A L I E G O T U N A S College, located in Forrestfield, I part of the Tour, each student will Sadly, however, there are no more T O R A H N O R Y E N P O T A R E N A proposed and received the over- research a fallen soldier whose E N E D R O W S E S G L O R I E S E O S surviving WWI Diggers with us but whelming support from the final resting place is at one of the W E R E I N L E T I T A L Y I R I S it is heart-warming to see that each D A D S N O D O Z E E L S Principal of the College, Mr Peter Commonwealth War grave sites year more and younger Australians A S S U R E E R A D I C A T E S L O W E R Noack to hold the Senator Glenn which we will visit. Studying a C I S C O I R E E S T A L L A L I K E are getting involved in ANZAC S T E A M N E S T T I K I M A T E D Sterle ANZAC Remembrance Tour soldier and paying tribute to their 2013. Day commemorations. T A N G T I M S O L T H A T memory provides much more H O W E U R N N I T T Y B T U E A C H The Remembrance Tour, departing The main priority of this tour is to meaning to the ANZAC legacy and E W E L A B S H E E L L H U E M E E T L I E K E Y E D E E L V A R Y on the 19th of April and returning give these students the opportunity will hopefully be a life changing A S S N A P R L A W B O D E on 29 April next year will take to visit world famous landmarks experience for the students. A D O R N E T C H T H A I A L B U M students from year 11 on a journey and war sites which are signifi- T I A R A D O T U F O O F T C O P S E If you would like any other infor- E N T I R E E G O M A N I A C A C U M E N through Paris and Belgium visiting cantly important to our country mation on the tour, please do not N E R O A P S E S A L A R numerous WWI sites across the and to our history. It is my hope H A N G I N E R T L I S T S S L A M hesitate to contact me. Western Front. Highlights of the that upon the students return, they A N Y I C I N E S S R E D W O O D A L A L I L A C O R E I W O E O N R A T O N Tour will include visits to Messines will have a greater appreciation for Warm regards, F L O C K N O D G O V A R E E D I F Y Ridge, Tyne Cot, Flanders Field, what the ANZAC legend means Glenn Sterle E N V Y S L Y N N E L E D W O N T Ypres and Poziers culminating and ultimately, what it means to be Senator for Western Australia

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning. LAST POST We will remember them. Lest we forget. Navy Army 539221; Paton, James – Yanchep – Two Rocks RSL Sub-Branch Air Force WX28160; Piper, Richard – Bunbury RSL Sub-Branch C/SLX770193; Court, Fredrick – Port Kennedy RSL Sub-Branch 55001; Barnett, Percy – City of Mandurah RSL Sub-Branch 441860; Groves, Graham – Scarborough RSL Sub-Branch F4123; Parker, Ronald – City of Perth RSL Sub-Branch 51810; Barrington, Kenneth – Scarborough RSL Sub-Branch WX21738; Slater, Robert, Gosnells RSL Sub-Branch 29323; Hastie, F.A. – Karridale – Augusta RSL Sub-Branch F5285; Patrick, Leonard – Cottesloe RSL Sub-Branch 5/711436; Caporn, Robert – City of Rockingham RSL Sub-Branch 53871; Smith, Derek – Northam RSL Sub-Branch F5036/27032; Wearmouth, J.A.C. – Applecross RSL Sub-Branch W42818; McCagh, Edgar – Geraldton City RSL Sub-Branch P341449; Tubbs, Noel – Kelmscott - Roleystone RSL Sub-Branch 1390122; Pollock, Robert – Port Kennedy RSL Sub-Branch F5082; Wilkinson, Leonard – Margaret River RSL Sub-Branch WX42082; Pascoe, R.L. – Bedford-Morley RSL Sub-Branch WX28751; Wright, Clevelan – Nedlands RSL Sub-Branch 387452; Simpson, Frederic – Central Branch The ListeningThe Lis Posteningt December Post October 2012 200925 25 Book Review Bill the Uncommon Bastard Soldier The story of Australia's greatest Brave, compassionate and tough, war horse the making of Australians modern diggers By Roland Perry By Chris Masters Published by Allen & Unwin Published by Allen & Unwin Overview: cantankerous mount. They fought Overview: civilians to disciplined professional sol- Bill was massive. He had power, together. They depended on each Chris Masters, the country's foremost diers. And in asking if they are unique, he intelligence and unmatched cour- other for their survival. And investigative journalist, turns his pen- examines what it is that allows these young when the chips were down, Bill's age. In performance and charac- etrating gaze on the modern Australian Australians to lend moral authority to com- ter he stood above all the other heroic efforts and exceptional soldier. Moving away from our ongoing munities teetering on the precipice of vio- 200,000 Australian horses sent to instincts in battle saved the lives fascination with Anzac story, he looks of Shanahan and four of his men. lence in places such as Iraq and Afghanistan. the Middle East in the Great War. at the rich and illuminating present to But as war horses go he had one By September 1918, 'Bill the By sharing the experiences of the young men write a character study of the modern serious problem. No one could ride Bastard' was known by the entire and women who make up the Australian Australian soldier - war fighter, peacekeep- him but one man, Major Michael Light Horse force, who used his army, Masters puts under severe challenge er, street-level diplomat and aid worker. Shanahan. Some even thought Bill name not as an insult, but as a term the notion that soldiering is the province of endearment. Bill had become a Having been taken into their ranks in a way took a sneering pleasure in watch- of dumb grunts. In doing so, he argues that ing would-be riders hit the dust. legend, a symbol of the courage and rarely before afforded an outsider, Masters the best measure of this country's military Bill the Bastard is the remarkable unbreakable will of the ANZAC gives heart and shape to the contemporary tale of a bond between a deter- mounted force. There was no other digger: how they are selected, how they legend is found in the present. Uncommon mined trooper and his stoic but horse like Bill the Bastard. are led, and how they are transformed from Soldier is a rare and powerful work. Department of Veterans’ Affairs services during the 2 Volume Boxed Book Pack MEDIA RELEASE Christmas-New Year period VOlume I am writing to inform you that all DVA offices will be One closed from close of business Tuesday 25 December 2012 “I don’t have the words to express both to Tuesday 1 January 2013. 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(RAP) supplies are advised to ensure they have enough Bruce Cameron supplies to last them through the Christmas-New Year peri- About the Author od. RAP suppliers will be closed on weekends as well as Bruce Cameron served in the Australian Regular Army for 19 years. After commanding the last troop of tanks in action in Vietnam, Specs 28-30 December and 1 January during the Christmas-New his career saw him attend the UK’s Long Armour Infantry Course Author: Bruce Cameron Year period. In case of emergency, people should contact and Royal Military College of Science, as well as the Australian ISBN: 978-1-921941-99-3 their Local Medical Officer or health care professional. Command and Staff College. His last appointment involved Publisher: Big Sky Publishing responsibility for developing the Army’s future ground mobility Release date: October 2012 Pension payment dates will not be affected by the closure requirements. He left the Army in 1987 to take up a position with Format: HB 155 x 230mm of DVA offices. the Office of Defence Production. Now retired, Bruce lives in Pages: Vol 1 Page 568 / Vol 2 page 400 Canberra with his wife Jasmine. Price (incl. GST): $64.99 I would appreciate it if you would circulate this informa- tion among your members.

On behalf of the Department, I extend my best wishes for Author is available for interviews, for more information, cover images the festive season to all members of the veteran, defence Publicity Contact - Sharon Evans force and ex-service communities and their families. 02 9918 2168 - 0410 332 789 - [email protected] Peter King - Deputy Commissioner WA 26 The Listening Post December 2012 Bunbury War Heroes & Bunbury War Memorial www.bunburywarheroes.com.au all graves and Memorials which will be Family of Bunbury had five brothers Our aim is to also load photographs This website is dedicated to the added to the website in the near future. enlist for active service in the Boer War of the Men in uniform, and of their memory of all War Service Men The website also has personnel cat- (two of them are buried in the Bunbury Medals, where available. The Bunbury and Women who are buried, ashes egorized under various theatres of war, Cemetery), and one of the brothers also War Memorial website Development placed, or memorialised with- such as ANZACs at Gallipoli, Boer fought in both the First and Second is being reimbursed by David Smith, War, Honours Medals and Awards, in the grounds of the Bunbury World Wars. Their grandson is an expe- Mayor of the City of Bunbury. Kokoda Trail, Korea, Rats of Tobruk, rienced Family History Researcher, and Cemetery/Crematorium. There is Vietnam, Women at War, etc. he is to submit a Biography in the near I also mention that David Smith and I an Alphabetical Listing PDF file future. The Bunbury War Heroes web- On the lower right hand side there is a are working on publishing a website, written to assist Family History site Development was reimbursed with heading BIOGRAPHIES. These biog- and subsequently a book, to acknowl- Researchers. a Grant from the Federal Government raphies have come about in 2 ways. edge each individual from the South Details are listed under the following under the "Saluting their Service" pro- Firstly, I have visited the homes of West Local Government Districts who Columns; Surname/Christian Names/ sons and daughters of Veterans to col- gram. has enlisted for war Service from the Service Number/Rank/Division/ lect their memories and thoughts of www.bunburywarmemorial.com.au Boer War to date. I currently have Date Enlisted/Date Discharged/ their parent and to collect photographs Date of Death/Age at death/ where available. A written transcript is This website was developed to hon- approximately 3000 names; however Burial Details/Other Information. prepared, then submitted to the family our those local War Service Personnel there appears to be a lack of Nominal The website is updated for each for their authorisation, prior to pub- who were killed in action, or sub- Roll information available in the South death of a service person that is bur- lishing on the website. Secondly, I sequently passed in the short term West, particularly for World War II, ied or cremated at the Bunbury site. have requested Family Members to from injuries suffered in the First and which is known to your archivist The first step in developing the web- write Biographies about their Family Second World Wars. Due to many Naomi, when we spoke last week. I site was to read every inscription on Member and had their authorisation instances where Initials and/or sur- will attempt to contact each RSL Sub- Headstones and memorial plaques with- to publish the record- this is pertinent names were spelt incorrectly, the task Branch, local Historical Society, and in the Cemetery/crematorium Gardens. to the Clive Bleechmore and Thomas of proving we had the right person Library to seek out any other possible became quite challenging and time As there are obviously many graves Brooke Stanley biographies, in particu- resource material. that do not include details to identify lar. I am currently awaiting two further consuming. There are still four per- War Service, we then spoke on ABC biographies of particular interest: (1) sonnel that are unable to be located. I would appreciate any mention in the Radio and had articles in the South Thomas Hayward Rose, ANZAC at I have recently returned from the Listening Post to alert the South West Western Times to have relatives come Gallipoli, Military Medal Winner and Western Front where I was able to pho- of my research and need for assistance, forward to assist. We also opened the winner of the First Division Sniper tograph graves and dedication inscrip- and also to stimulate other Communities Bunbury Cemetery on ANZAC Day shoot-off in Egypt, prior to transfer tions on Memorial Walls, for many throughout Western Australia to under- 2012, and I personally stopped and to Gallipoli his life-long mate Ray of the World War One listings on the take the rewarding work that culmi- interviewed each visitor from 9.00am Clarke of Roelands finished second in Bunbury War Memorial. A friend also nates in the websites such as www. to 5.00pm to ascertain if they were that Sniper shoot-off, and they were recorded Video dedications at each bunburywarheroes.com.au and www. visiting a war service person. I had both appointed personal bodyguards graveside, as I spoke about the deceased bunburywarmemorial.com.au. my alphabetical spread sheet with me, to Sir Ian Hamilton on his visit to the soldier and thanked him for his sacri- so when a name was not listed, I took Gallipoli Peninsula- these two men are fice. Photographs and Video dedications Jeff Peirce details, researched and added details to buried within five rows of each other in will be added to www.bunburywarme- [email protected] the website. I also have photographs of the Bunbury Cemetery. (2) The Shaw morial.com.au over coming weeks. Mobile: 0407440497

Annual RSL Congress Wreath Laying Service On the eve of State Congress a wreath laying service was conducted of at the Kings Park State War Memorial. Wreaths were laid by National RSL President, Rear Admiral Kenneth Doolan AO (RTD); State President, Mr William Gaynor OAM RFD and Mr Shane Carmondy, Commissioner of Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Pictures 1: Dr Ruth Shean (Warden State War Memorial), Read Admiral Kenneth Doolan (National RSL President), Mrs Elain Doolan and Mr William Gaynor (RSL WA State President). Denis Connelly Editor The ListeningThe Lis Posteningt December Post October 2012 200927 27 Partners of Veterans Association Western Australian Army Awarded the Australia Inc. Victoria Cross for Australia Corporal Daniel Alan Keighran, VC

(Citation) For the most conspicuous acts of gallantry intense enemy fire, thereby placing himself in grave and extreme devotion to duty in action in circum- danger, ultimately enabled the identification and sup- stances of great peril at Derapet, Uruzgan Province, pression of enemy firing positions by both Australian Our members had a McSweeney in the after- Afghanistan as part of the Mentoring Task Force One and Afghan fire support elements. These deliberate wonderful day on the noon. on Operation SLIPPER. acts of exceptional courage in circumstances of great 9 November (Poppy peril were instrumental in permitting the withdrawal The office is in chaos Corporal Keighran deployed to Afghanistan of the combined Australian and Afghan patrol with Day) collecting for at the moment as we in February 2010 with the 6th Battalion Royal the RSL. no further casualties. His valour is in keeping with are currently installing Australian Regiment. On 24 August 2010 he was a the finest traditions of the Australian Army and the We raised $1,969.95 new computers, print- member of a partnered fighting patrol with soldiers of Australian Defence Force. the Afghan National Army’s 1st Kandak, 4th Brigade, on the day and are very ers, etc from a grant Personal Biography 205th (Hero) Corps which was engaged by a numeri- pleased that our small from Lotterywest. The cally superior and coordinated enemy attack from contribution adds to Daniel Alan Keighran was born in Nambour, old computers were very multiple firing points in three separate locations. The the total amount raised. Queensland on 18 June 1983 and spent his formative quickly dying and the attack was initiated by a high volume of sustained years in regional Queensland. Many nationalities asked and accurate machine-gun and small-arms fire which about the day and its sig- news ones arrived just in He enlisted in the Australian Army on 5 December pinned down the combined Australian and Afghan nificance and it was with the nick of time. Thank patrol and caused a loss of momentum. 2000 and completed his Initial Employment Training at the School of Infantry in Singleton, New South much pleasure that our you Lotterywest. In the early stages of the attack, and upon realising members explained the Wales. The office will be clos- that the forward elements of the patrol needed effec- history of Remembrance tive fire support, Corporal Keighran and another In 2001, Corporal Keighran was posted to the 6th Day. We look forward ing for the Christmas Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment (6 RAR), patrol member moved under sustained and accurate to participating again New Year break from where he served as a Rifleman in Delta Company. enemy fire to an exposed ridgeline to identify enemy 14 December until 4 He deployed to Rifle Company Butterworth Malaysia next year. locations and direct the return fire of both Australian February. and Afghan machine guns. in 2001, on Operation CITADEL - East Timor in Bruce Rock this year 2003/2004 and again to Rifle Company Butterworth was as usual a fabulous Don’t forget the Family On reaching this position and with complete disregard Malaysia in 2004. for his own wellbeing, Corporal Keighran deliberately time. We had over 40 Picnic at Burswood drew enemy fire by leaving the limited cover he had Corporal Keighran was promoted to Lance Corporal people at our afternoon Park near the outdoor in 2005 and then served within Mortar Platoon, tea and many of these and moved over the ridgeline in order to positively movie theatre. It will Support Company, 6 RAR. ladies marched in the identify targets for the machine gunners of the com- be Tuesday 22 January. bined patrol. After identifying some of the enemy In 2006, he deployed on Operation CATALYST Iraq parade on the Saturday Come along and bring firing positions, Corporal Keighran, under persistent where he served as a Bushmaster driver, a role he also afternoon. Our trad- enemy fire continued to lead and mentor his team and filled on deployment to Afghanistan with Operation ing table was again the family and friends. move around the ridge to both direct the fire of the SLIPPER in 2007, where he served in support of the very well patronized Kerryn McDonnell Afghan and Australian machine gunners and to move Special Operations Task Group Rotation 4/5. In 2009, and our raffle was very them to more effective firing positions. he was promoted to Corporal and posted back to Secretary well received. First Patron: Mrs Judith A As the intensity of enemy fire grew, Corporal Delta Company, 6 RAR. In 2010, Corporal Keighran prize went to a young deployed to Afghanistan on Operation SLIPPER Parker AM CDJS Keighran returned to the crest of the ridgeline to lady from Maida Vale, Incorporated since May with Mentoring Task Force 1 (MTF-1), becoming a identify targets and adjust the fire of Australian Light second went to Albany 2003 mentor midway through his tour. For his actions car- Armoured vehicles. His actions resulted in the effec- and third prize went to Independent Australian ried at Derapet, Uruzgan Province, Afghanistan, he tive suppression of enemy firing points, which assist- a lady in Cloverdale. Association ed in turning the fight in the favour of the combined was invested with the Victoria Cross for Australia by The Carer Centre, First Her Excellency the Governor-General of Australia at Congratulations to all patrol. Moving to a new position, Corporal Keighran the winners. They were Floor, 182 Lord St Government House, Canberra on 1 November 2012. PERTH WA 6000 deliberately and repeatedly again exposed himself fabulous prizes and we to heavy enemy fire to assist in target identification Corporal Keighran transferred to the Active Reserve Email: partnersofveteran- thank our sponsors. and the marking of the forward line of troops for fire in 2011, at the same time commencing a civil- [email protected] support elements whilst simultaneously engaging the ian career in the mining industry. He is currently We attended the Webpage: partnersofveter- enemy. posted to the 11th/28th Battalion, the Royal Western Department of Veterans answa.org.au Australia Regiment (11/28 RWAR), a Reserve infan- Phone: (08) 9228 3350 Realising that the new position provided a better Expo in Bunbury on try battalion of the Australian Army. He is married to Mobile: 04888PVAWA location for the patrol’s joint fire controller, Corporal 22 November and were Kathryn. (0488 878 292) Keighran moved over 100 metres across exposed gratified by the large parts of the ridgeline, attracting a high volume of Corporal Keighran has been awarded the following amount of people who Mission Statement accurate enemy fire, to locate and move the fire con- honours and awards: attended. The Partners of Veterans troller to the new position. He then rose from cover Association of Western • Victoria Cross for Australia We have had our end of again to expose his position on four successive occa- Australia Inc aims to • Australian Active Service Medal with Clasp Iraq year lunch at Hogsbreath sions, each movement drawing more intense fire than improve the lives of the last in order to assist in the identification of a fur- and Clasp ICAT Café in Northbridge with a surprise visit by Father members by providing ther three enemy firing points that were subsequently • Iraq Campaign Medal engaged by fire support elements. Christmas. A fantastic care, support and infor- • Afghanistan Campaign Medal time was had by all who During one of these occasions, when his patrol sus- mation in a participative tained an Australian casualty, Corporal Keighran with • Australian Service Medal with Clasp East Timor attended. social environment. complete disregard for his own safety, left his posi- • Australian Defence Medal On 4 December we had We aim to ease the isola- tion of cover on the ridgeline to deliberately draw fire a Market Day Stall at • United Nations Mission in Support of East Timor tion, despair and lone- away from the team treating the casualty. Corporal the Carers Centre and Medal liness from the lives Keighran remained exposed and under heavy fire many members and per- while traversing the ridgeline, in order to direct sup- • NATO Non Article 5 Medal with Clasp ISAF sonnel from the building of partners of veterans pressing fire and then assist in the clearance of the attended. We also had through being helpful, landing zone to enable evacuation of the casualty. • Meritorious Unit Citation for 1-MTF uplifting and non-judge- • Infantry Combat Badge an afternoon tea with Corporal Keighran’s acts of the most conspicuous members and Minister mental friends. gallantry to repeatedly expose himself to accurate and http://defence.gov.au/ The ListeningThe Lis Posteningt December Post October 2012 200928 28

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