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This MonthThis In Australian Military Month History In Australian Military History

Date Year Title Event

31 July 1962 The advance party of the Australian Army Colonel Ted Serong, Commander of AATTV, flies into Saigon, ahead of the main body of the AATTV which Training Team Vietnam (AATTV) arrives in would arrive on 3 August. The arrival of “the Team” signalled the beginning of more than ten years of Australian South Vietnam involvement in the .

7 August 1915 Australians charge at the Nek Fighting as infantry, the 10th and 8th Light Horse Regiments attacked the Turkish forces at the Nek, Gallipoli. Three waves went forward, and altogether 375 of the 600 men became casualties, a figure which included 234 dead.

18 August 1966 Battle of Long Tan, South Vietnam Amid a tropical downpour, 108 men of D Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, supported by artillery and a timely resupply by the RAAF, fought off an attack by an enemy force of more than 2,000 in a rubber plantation near the abandoned village of Long Tan. The arrival of Armoured Personnel Carriers carrying reinforcements brought the action to an end. Seventeen Australians were killed, one died of wounds, and 24 were wounded. More than 245 enemy bodies were later counted, but many more had been taken away.

29-30 August 1915 2nd Lieutenant HV Throssell, VC 2nd Lieutenant HV Throssell (10th Light Horse Regiment), originally from Northam, Western Australia, wins the at Hill 60, Gallipoli.

17 September 1918 Australian attack on Hindenburg Line The 1st and 4th Australian divisions were successful in breaching the forward edge of the main German defensive line across the Picardy region of France.

20 September 1912 Official approval given for the establishment The Australian Flying Corps went on to serve in Mesopotamia, the Middle East, and the Western Front and was the of a military Central Flying School. Official forerunner of the RAAF. formation of the Australian Flying Corps

28 September 1950 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment The Battalion was immediately committed to the United Nation forces’ northward advance against the retreating arrives in Korea North Koreans.

1 October 1918 Australian Light Horsemen take Damascus The Light Horse advances in Damascus, the Syrian capital, at the end of the long and victorious advance that ended the First World War in the Middle East.

3 October 1992 Dedication, Australian Vietnam Veterans’ The Vietnam Veterans’ National Memorial, ANZAC Parade, , was opened by the Prime Minister, the Hon. National Memorial Paul Keating, MP, and honours those Australians who served and died in the Vietnam War.

5 October 1951 HMAS in Korean waters The commencement of the aircraft carrier, HMAS Sydney’s, first patrol off Korea’s west coast made Australia the third country (after USA and Britain) to operate a carrier in the Korean War. The carrier operated Firefly and Sea Fury aircraft.

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 www.awm.gov.au Future of the Z Force and Reserve Forces Defence Force Day at Kings Park Remuneration Tribunal National Z Force and Reserve Forces Day is involved. one of Memorial for twenty three Fourteen of the best were trained for President brave Australians who gave their nine months in a specialised commando unit and set sail from Exmouth Gulf on Reports: lives under the code name RIMAU There were two concerns about during WW II. the 2nd. September 1943 in a 70 ft ex Japanese craft called “Kofuku Maru the future of the DFRT. The first The Service is held at the State War renamed “Krait”. arose because of a hiatus about the re-appointment of the President, Memorial in Kings Park. It was a fishing boat that went to war the Honourable Patricia Leary. with rubber canoes, limpet mines, arms It is held on the nearest Sunday to July 7, This has since been resolved with and ration. The mission was called the day of their execution by the Japanese. a temporary fix for the next 12 The service this year was held in the “JAYWICK” and the operation achieved months. However, the Tribunal still presence of the Governor of WA Dr its target. lacks a third member and I intend Ken Michael, Warden of the State War 40,000 tons of Japanese shipping, seven taking this up with the responsible Memorial Kevin Cass-Ryall, Bill Gaynor ships in all of a total of 100,000 tons Minister after the forthcoming was sunk in the Singapore Harbour. All State President of the RSL, Deputy Rabbi Dr Shalom Coleman CBE AM (Honorary federal election. Commissioner of of limpeteers returned safely home. Chaplain) The second problem arose because Veterans Affairs Russell McLaughlin, The success of the venture influenced today, as I have observed in all the years of an unannounced administrative Patron of Z Force Lt Col (Rtd) David a second operation in September of the move of the DFRT from the Lewis, Capt Brett Dowsing O/C HMAS following year. past, clearly demonstrate the tremendous asset we have in our young people. They Department of Employment and Stirling and Sqn Leader Paul Webb of the Workplace Relations to the Public This second mission left under the code will carry on where we have left off, RAAF. Service Commission. I raised this name “RIMAU”. and they will protect our nation in the with Minister Griffin immediately A magnificent display of marching was Twenty-three men, some of them in the same tradition of courage and bravery after it came to my attention – with in evidence by a select gathering of SAS Jaywick Mission, left Garden Island in the expressed in today’s ceremony. personnel under their Commanding the Minister admitting he knew British submarine Porpoise. Regretfully, I therefore take this opportunity of Officer Lt Col Bruce Willis. nothing about the matter. all of them were captured and sentenced thanking the members of Z Force for the I told Minister Griffin that the RSL Rabbi Dr Shalom Coleman CBE AM to death by a Military Court on July 5th. privilege of being their Hon Padre for was opposed to the move because of Honorary Chaplain conducted the 1945. The sentence was carried out two more than thirty five years. service. He explained that it was his days later only three weeks before the the perception it gave that the ADF I thank the members for their warm valedictory after more than thirty years. Japanese capitulated surrendering the was just another part of the Public friendship, their hospitality and their Service; and because the move was He addressed the gathering in the Singapore Base back to the Allies. encouragement. I bless all of them at odds with the line we took in our following terms: The conduct of the men during their trial with the words of Torah “May the Lord and execution was such that the Japanese paper about the indexation of military “ In World War II the rapid advance of Bless you and Keep you. May the Lord superannuation (separating the ADF the Nazi War Machine from Norway to officers described them as “Patriotic cause his face to shine upon you and be Heroes, a model for the Japanese Army.” and the Public Service as distinctly the Pyrenees and Japan having joined the gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up different entities). I also advised Axis powers, new army strategies were These are the men whose memory we his countenance towards you and grant that I understood the President of required. honour today. you peace” the DFRT has significant concerns The great Naval Base of Singapore fell to One word more in conclusion. “May the pleasantness of the Lord be that the move might compromise the Japanese Imperial Empire on the 15th With the passing of time and age creeping upon you and establish the work of your the independence of the Tribunal. day of February 1942. on today’s service is of necessity my hands.” - SHALOM The matter remained unresolved at Land operations were therefore planned valedictory and to maintain continuity Gary Redmond representing Z Force the time the federal election was for New Guinea and raids on shipping in must pass on to a younger generation. in thanking the Rabbi for his service called and I will take it up with Singapore Harbour to divert the attention I have great confidence in our youth as presented him with an inscribed coat-of- the responsible minister after the of the enemy. Australian personnel were I know we all have. The SAS cadets arms of the Force and a gift. election. The Listening Post August 2010 5 From the President’s Pen

National President’s and Indexation were outlined suffering it causes them rather Annual RSL President’s Cup time to hand in their Charter. We Visit and progress being made than themselves. There is a Trophy at Meadow Springs Golf understand that those who are The recent visit by our National in those areas announced. high level of expectation that if Complex. A capacity field of 144 still active will join neighbouring President, RADM Ken Doolan From discussion points raised they are injured compensation players enjoyed good conditions Sub Branches while others will AO provided members with an members were fully supportive should be paid quickly. and the camaraderie that is remain in the League on the opportunity to meet with him of the commitment our National 5. Communication, being able always evident when golfers get unallotted list. Well-done Upper in an informal environment President has undertaken and to access the internet and together. Winners of the day were Swan!!! and hear first hand of his vision fully endorsed the approach he email for their own admin the City of Rockingham Team Upper Swan has provided the for future directions for the has made on these issues. concerns, having face to that also took out the Trophy Archivist with seven boxes of RSL. His presentation to both I am certain those members face contact with discussing for the winning Sub Branch. records, photographs, and minute the State Executive and the attending RADM Doolan’s entitlements, being able to Well done, Rockingham. Thanks books. It certainly tells the membership in attendance at presentations went away satisfied communicate effectively their must also be expressed to our history of the Swan Valley. A list the City of Belmont Sub Branch that the League is in the hands of own needs and having their many sponsors who generously of the contents of the boxes has was forthright and down to strong and focussed leadership request responded to quickly supported the event with prizes been made and the boxes have earth. He clearly articulated the where the needs of the members and having their own families as well as players. been stored for future reference. present position of the League are receiving paramount part of the discharge process It’s on again next year at Centenary of ANZAC and made suggestions as to how consideration. were other items of interest the same time and place, so Grants we could move forward ever mentioned as being important register when the flyer comes Summary of the Current The National Commission bearing in mind the purpose for to current serving members of out to avoid missing out on a and Former Members for suggestions as to how the which the League was founded – the ADF. position. of the ADF - Emerging Centenary of ANZAC may be primarily to look after our mates Issues Forum I hope the items listed above Welfare Services commemorated has called for who are in need or necessitous Following the recently held provide members with insight public submissions. RSL Sub circumstances. During July our Welfare Officer forum on the above matters it is as to the feelings, thoughts and was approached for emergency Branches and local communities He indicated that the League important for the membership expectations of our young men relief and general welfare are urged to consider needed to better focus on the to be aware of the interest and women who are currently assistance from Ex Service and commemorative activities at the needs of the younger service being taken by the ex service serving their country. Serving Members and their local level and apply for funding and ex service men and women community to identify and Defence Links dependants. to facilitate their project. – including reservists. Attention address the problems concerning Submissions close on 17 needed to be directed towards members of the defence forces The ‘Keeping in Touch’ project, This comprised of: September 2010 and information families, especially when and their families. The RSL recommended from the study Veterans 54 by Professor Dunt, is currently – including the Application Form serving members of the family is proactive in participating in War Widow/widower 16 being developed by DVA and – can be accessed at: are on deployment. Membership discussions and looking for Family Members 26 is important for the continued solutions to problems arising the Department of Defence. The www.anzaccentenary.gov.au/ Current Serving Members 0 operation of the League but from our young men and women aim of the project is to provide submissions of greater importance is an serving their country. ongoing recognition of separated The presenting issues were AFOF Donation member’s ADF Service and to varied and included: financial awareness of the role of the RSL While no solutions are offered it Thanks to Dawesville Sub provide support that will ensure assistance, emotional support, and its contribution to the service is necessary for the concerns to Branch for their donation of access to helpful information crisis counselling, referral to and ex service community. This be placed on record. $1,500 to the Australian Forces provided by DVA and defence, other services and organisations, needs to be better publicised and Overseas Fund. This donation Items discussed at the forum particularly on mental health and advocacy, hospital and home understood. will be applied by the Trustees of included: assist in the creation of pathways visits and assistance with food In his presentation he outlined the Fund towards the provision 1. Solomon Islands and East for members to remain connected vouchers and payment of utilities. the success that was being of parcels to those members Timor by the end of the year to their mates. To this end, it is The total amount of RSL welfare experienced in the establishment of the ADF on deployment will have predominately proposed that Defence will take funds expended this month to date of a Virtual Sub Branch where overseas. WA State President Reserve Members serving in over DVA Transition Services is $3,738.48 this being for food a link is formed between the at the July National Executive both these campaigns. currently being offered. Serving $1,050.00, utilities $1,345.18, RSL and serving personnel. This Meeting of the League presented members have expressed some accommodation $806.25 and has proved very popular with 2. Australia is now in charge of a this donation personally. concerns at uniformed members other necessities $537.05. The connections being made with Transitional Centre in Kuwait, providing advice on seeking increase in expenditure is across Poppy Day 2010 over 2,000 serving members. which assists troops entering compensation. Navy and RAAF all categories of assistance. They have registered with RSL and exiting operational zones The Annual Poppy Day Appeal is look like following the Army in A Number of telephone calls and now know what we can offer in the Middle East. to be held on Friday 5 November implementing this imitative. offering to pay power bills by way of support to them and 3. We will see an increased 2010 in the Perth metropolitan for veterans were received in their families. involvement of our ADF The RSL and other representative area. Please note Friday 5 organisations must show some response to the State President’s November 2010 is the only day A further initiative - Project members serving in South East Asia in the future. interest in this proposal as interview on Channel 7. A on which Poppies may be given RSL HELP - is being devised our role as a support group donation of $300 was also made out in the Metropolitan “streets” 1. Afghanistan, as a joint on a national basis and will could ultimately be seriously at Reception. – this does not include shopping offer members, service and ex operation, is working very compromised. In June The WA Sailors, Soldiers centres. State legislation controls service men and women instant well especially in the areas and Airmen’s Relief Fund Trust this; local Metropolitan Councils assistance to help them in time of of mentoring/educational Review of DVA- Funded approved general grants to cannot overrule it. The rule does urgent need. With such a project roles, our troops are providing ESO Advocacy and Welfare Services veterans experiencing financial not apply to Country Sub Branch nation-wide systems will need to assisting in establishing hardship to a total of $5,762.69. locations. be set in place and trial centres its own law enforcement The Review Team has The Trust continues to provide established before it can be and Afghan Army. It is the provided an Interim Report to Sub Branches are reminded that monthly grants to Veterans commissioned. most dangerous of all our the Department. This Report money is collected on behalf highlighted and recommended experiencing ongoing hardship. of the Trustees of the “Western Mention was made also of the operations currently overseas changes in ESO delivery of Two new recipients have been Australian Aged Sailors, Soldiers need for the organisation to be and where the majority of our advocacy and welfare services added this month bringing and Airmen’s Relief Fund Act compliant with our governance wounded serving members and governance structure in the monthly grants total to 1932” which enables welfare protocols. As we hold a are returning back to Australia particular to TIP. Changes to the $3,130.00. assistance to be provided to ex- privileged position in the not- from. management and administration The Official Prison visitor Mr servicemen and women, their for-profit sector compliance 2. Sudan operation is hostile and of DVA grants and future Terry O’Neill visited an additional widows and dependents. with State and Commonwealth infectious diseases are a worry funding processes have been two ex-Servicemen at Casuarina Laws is obligatory. The privilege for our troops who serve in The “Western Australian Aged recommended. The Review Prison. They both applied for of concessional taxation status that region. Sailors, Soldiers and Airmen’s Team has developed a Key Issues and received assistance through Relief Fund Act 1932” is and access to many State and 3. Current ADF members see that Paper and ESOs will have until WAASSARTF to purchase independent of the Returned and Commonwealth benefits allow Mateship, having direct access the end of August to respond additional blankets for the cold Services League of Australia RSL to be effective in fulfilling to the chain of command, to the proposals. RSL National weather. WA Branch Incorporated and the elements of our Charter. To are very proud of their own Veteran Affairs Committee will operated under the supervision of retain these benefits we must, service and representing their Upper Swan Sub Branch be debating the issues raised in Trustees. The “Act” authorises at all times, remain focussed country are important issues It is with sadness we announce the document in early August at the League and NO OTHER on satisfying the requirements to them. the closure of The Upper Swan a specially convened conference BODY OR PERSON to hold, associated with retention of Sub Branch. With some 90 4. Serving Members feel that to be held in Perth. manage and conduct the Poppy those privileges. years of service to the League monetary compensation Corporate Golf Day Day Appeal. Progress on the intense lobbying is more important to their and Veterans behind them the of government on issues relating families for the pain and On Thursday 22 July 2010 golfers members feel that age has to Military Superannuation turned out in force to contest the caught up with them and it is 6 The Listening Post August 2010 From the Bunker with Denis Connelly Why ? The Great War (World War I) began after a series of events that happened in July and early August 1914.

This series of events began with the couple of minor clauses gave Austria- of neutrality. The following year, in deal with France, under which Italy assassination of Archduke Franz Hungary her sought-after cue) declared May 1915, she finally joined the conflict would remain neutral should Germany Ferdinand, heir to the Austro-Hungarian war on Serbia on 28 July 1914. by siding with the Allies against her two attack France, an event that did transpire. throne, in Sarajevo Town Hall on 28 ·Russia, bound by treaty to Serbia, former allies. Meanwhile, Britain was awakening to June 1914. announced mobilisation of its vast army These alliances and treaties first came the emergence of Germany as a great in her defence, a slow process that would to the floor with the first Prime Minister European power. Kaiser Wilhelm’s take around six weeks to complete. of Prussia, and then Chancellor of the successor Wilhelm II proved to be far ·Germany, allied to Austria-Hungary by German Empire, Bismarck. more ambitious in establishing ‘a place treaty, viewed the Russian mobilisation Appointed by Kaiser Wilhelm I in 1862, in the sun for Germany’. as an act of war against Austria-Hungary, Bismarck was consumed with a desire With the dismissal of Bismarck, the and after scant warning declared war on to create a German Empire of smaller new Kaiser was determined to make Russia on 1 August. German states by engineering a war Germany a great colonial power in the ·France, bound by treaty to Russia, against Austria in 1866 over disputed Pacific and more importantly in Africa. found itself at war against Germany territory in the Duchy of Holstein. This and, by extension, on Austria-Hungary war lasted seven weeks, now known as following a German declaration on 3 ‘the Seven Week War’, and ended with August. Germany was swift in invading the complete domination of the Austrian neutral Belgium so as to reach Paris by territories. the shortest possible route. ·Britain allied to France by a more Archduke Franz Ferdinand loosely worded treaty which placed a It was alleged that an underground "moral obligation" upon her to defend group known as the ‘Black Hand France, declared war against Germany Group’, believed to have links to the on 4 August. Her reason for entering Serbian government, were responsible; the conflict lay in another direction: however, this was never proved. she was obligated to defend neutral Belgium by the terms of a 75-year old The Austro-Hungarian government treaty. With Germany's invasion of was not pleased with the response Belgium on 4 August, and the Belgian from the Serbian authorities which Otto von Bismarck King's appeal to Britain for assistance, caused heightened tensions between Wilhelm encouraged by Naval Britain committed herself to Belgium's the neighbours, resulting in the Austro- Minister Tirpitz embarked on a major defence later that day. Like France, Hungarians opting to stamp their shipbuilding exercise, determined to she was by extension also at war with authority on the Serbians crushing produce a fleet to exceed Britains. Austria-Hungary. the nationalist movement and in the Kaiser Wilhelm II Britain who at this time, had the greatest Balkans. ·With Britain's entry into the war, her Bismarck then turned his attention to sea power, agreed to an alliance with The Austro-Hungarians did so by colonies and abroad offered creating a North German Federation Japan to limit Germany in the Eastern issuing an ultimatum to the Serbians to military and financial assistance, and which as well as Schleswig and Holstein part of the world. Britain continued bring the assassins to justice effectively included Australia, Canada, India, New included Hanover, Hesse, Nassau and with the ship building program aware mollifying Serbian sovereignty. As the Zealand and the Union of South Africa. Frankfurt. of Germany’s ever increasing fleet. British Foreign Secretary, Sir Edward · President Woodrow Bismarck’s creation of a unified In 1904 an agreement known as the Grey, commented at the time, “never Wilson declared a U.S. policy of absolute Germany is of direct relevance to the ‘Entente Cordiale’ with France resolved before have I seen one state address to neutrality, an official stance that would outbreak of war some 43 years later colonial squabbles, more significantly another independent state a document last until 1917 when Germany's policy since it resulted in the assembly of the it did not commit each other to military of so formidable a character”. of unrestricted submarine warfare - key alliances that later came into play. aid in time of war, but it did offer close Austro-Hungarians expected that Serbia which seriously threatened America's For having achieved his life’s aim, diplomatic ties. Alliances between the would reject these demands, allowing commercial shipping (which was in any Bismarck then wanted to achieve powers of Europe such as the Russians them to have a pretext to launch a event almost entirely directed towards stability for his Empire; he then set about pledge to protect Serbia and Britain’s limited war against the Serbs. However the Allies led by Britain and France) - building alliances with his neighbours agreement to defend Belgian neutrality. they did not think that the Serbs ties forced the U.S. to finally enter the war aimed at protecting Germany from In the interim there were a number of with Russia would draw them into the on 6 April 1917. potentially threatening quarters. ‘minor’ conflicts which helped stir dispute, other than diplomatic protest. ·Japan, honouring a military agreement In 1870, Bismarck did not initially fear emotions in the year preceding 1914. Attempts by the Austro-Hungarians to with Britain, declared war on Germany an alliance between Britain and France Concurrent with the goings on in exploit this situation by blaming Serbia on 23 August 1914. Two days later as Britain had a self declared policy of Europe, the Japanese launched a produced a reaction across Europe Austria-Hungary responded by ‘splendid isolation’ choosing to stay successful attack on the Russian Pacific resulting in mutual declarations of war declaring war on Japan. above Continental Europe politics. Fleet in Korea at Incheon and Port by the major powers in July and August. ·Italy, although allied to both Germany Bismarck then began negotiating in Arthur in China. This action resulted in With these developments there came and Austria-Hungary, was able to avoid 1873 the ‘Three Emperors League’ the entire Russian fleet being destroyed. into play a plethora of treaties that the entering the fray by citing a clause which tied Germany to Austria- Even though in Berlin it was thought the nations of Europe had negotiated in enabling it to evade its obligations to Hungary and Russia to come to the aid great Russian Fleet was “invincible”. previous years: both. In short, Italy was committed to of each other. Under the provisions In 1912 there was conflict between ·Austria-Hungary, unsatisfied with defend Germany and Austria-Hungary of this treaty Italy was prevented from Italy and Turkey when Turkey lost Serbia's response to her ultimatum only in the event of a 'defensive' declaring war against Austria- Hungary Libya, Rhodes and the Dodecanese (which in the event was almost entirely war; arguing that their actions were who were in dispute over territory. Islands; however, Turkey’s troubles placatory; however, her jibbing over a 'offensive' she declared instead a policy However, Italy had negotiated a secret were not over. After finding peace with The Listening Post August 2010 7 Legal Loopholes Cyber Security From the and the From the Bunker Bunker Emergence with Denis Connelly of the Cyber the Italians, it found itself in conflict with However, this plan did not take into account with Bruce Havilah smaller nations of the Balkans Territories; Britain’s entry to war, for when Germany Principal Havilah Legal Bully Greece, Serbia and Bulgaria. attacked Belgium on the 4 August 1914 THE PATH TO WAR Britain’s ancient agreement with Belgium The computer age is now affecting nearly everyone. While As for Germany, being unsettled socially to recover violated Belgium territory. some resist the world wide web and e-mail, it is not only and militarily with the 1912 Reichstag A Family Affair computers which link us to the cyber world – as phones, elections resulting in no fewer than 110 The First World War has sometimes been game consoles, TVs and even fridges and photo frames socialist deputies, making Chancellor labelled, with reason, "a family affair". can now connect to the Internet and affect even the most Bethmann-Hollweg’s task more difficult This is derived from the reality that many technologically challenged. Increasingly homes today are between Reichstag and the autocratic of the European monarchies - many of connected using wireless systems which need to be secured Wilhelm. which fell during the war (including those by strong passwords to prevent unauthorised access. The social unrest became apparent to the of Russia, Germany and Austria-Hungary) As the number of people using these devices increases, Chancellor. As a way of avoiding unrest - were inter-related. the need for better cyber security becomes increasingly he promoted a short sharp war, although he The British monarch 's could not rule out a much wider European important. No matter how or where you go online, you predecessor, Edward VII, was the German conflict, but he hoped that this would need to protect yourself. Take the time to realise this and Kaiser's uncle and, via his wife's sister, resolve Germany’s social and political establish strong passwords, good virus protection and also uncle of the Russian Tsar as well. His niece, woes. use recognised programs and providers who can offer you Alexandra, was the Tsar's wife. Edward's On 6 July 1914 while the Austro-Hungry daughter, Maud, was the Norwegian Queen, some protection against the cyber criminal. Government was weighing up its options and his niece, Ena, Queen of Spain; Marie, As wonderful as the benefits of social media in the cyber world regarding Serbia to offer support to a further niece, was to become Queen of Austro-Hungary no matter what it seem with the advent of Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and U-Tube, Romania. decided. Germany’s unsettlement gave there has been a significant growth in the occurrence of cyber Kaiser Wilhelm a sense of frustration Despite these familial relations - nine Kings bullies who use these mediums to denigrate, defame, isolate, that Germany could not carve out a roll attended Edward's funeral - European intimidate and pursue other people much more devastatingly than of ‘Grand Imperial Role’ as he desired a politics was all about power and , ever before. place in the sun for the German Empire. of protection and encirclement. Thus the While Courts have been dealing with intimidation for many However the Military Commanders and tangled web of alliances which sprung up years, and SMS intimidation is common since the proliferation government assuredly did not anticipate in the wake of the rise of the newly united of the mobile phone carried by a much greater percentage of the what was to come. A plan to attack both German Empire in 1871. population including children, it is now the case that the tool of Russia and France on two fronts had long References: social media makes intimidation more immediate and widely been expected. The so called ‘Schlieffen British History, edited by Juliet Gardiner spread than it ever could have been previously. Mobile phones Plan’ devised by former army Chief Alfred and Neil Wenborn. Published by Collins operate as cameras and can record video. von Schlieffen. The plan was to conquer and Brown 1995 I've seen examples where individuals who I like to refer to as France within a five week effort on ‘The Cyber Stalkers can (for instance) leave a courtroom and within an Western Front’ before the Russians could , Canberra ACT. www.awm.gov.au hour be reporting to hundreds and often thousands of Facebook be mobilised on ‘The Eastern Front’, which “friends” regarding their account of what happened and their was estimated to take at least six weeks. www.firstworldwar.com view of the other parties, the lawyers or the Presiding Magistrate. Added to this, the availability of mobile phone size hand held video recorders which can be used surreptitiously in any school, leisure centre, shopping mall and change room put a different complexion on privacy which you would have expected previously. Imagine a loved one being caught on video and posted on the Pure Massacre internet whilst simply living their lives without any idea their privacy has been compromised. The reasons for bullying and intimidation have not changed, with emotional abuse a recognised reason for granting a Book Launch Restraining Order. Bullying behaviour includes intimidating, or communicating in an offensive or emotionally abusive manner RSL State President Mr William ‘Bill’ Kibeho, Rwanda. Kevin ‘Irish’ O’Halloran, and includes pursuing someone with intent to intimidate them - all Gaynor OAM RFD attended the launch of a Platoon Sergeant at the time, pulls together to create an apprehension or fear in their victim. the book Pure Massacre by the author WO1 the perspectives of those Australian soldiers While pursuing someone may have in the past had the connotations Kevin ‘Irish’ O’Halloran at the Western who saw over 4,000 unarmed men, women of being physically followed, it now is better understood to include Australian University Regiment on Tuesday and children die in a hail of bullets, grenades to repeatedly communicate with someone - even indirectly. The 22nd June 2010. and machete blades at the hands of the Courts have said that emotional abuse can be verbal or non-verbal The RSL State President and the Fremantle Rwandan Patriotic Army. as long as it adversely impacts upon another person’s emotional Legacy President Rick Tonkin were hosted In his book WO1 O’Halloran attempts to wellbeing. How more devastating than having hundreds of your by the Commander 13 Brigade Brigadier understand the framework in which the UN close friends, workmates and peers reading offensive material Stephen Cain, Assistant Commander conducts its missions, and then dissects about you? Colonel Mike Page and RSM 13 Brigade this in relation to the Australian’s role While the law hasn’t changed significantly in the Restraining WO1 Shane Moyle. within a UN charter. As part of this analysis Order context, I believe the application of the law to take steps to While the night belonged to WO1 WO1 O’Halloran used the events of the silence the cyber bully is one which is the significant challenge of O’Halloran, the book launch was preceded deployment as they unfolded to highlight the next few years. In the event you or someone you know is a by a service of remembrance for the the strengths of the Australian Service men victim of this contemptible behaviour, it is important to get advice five soldiers who had died recently on and women involved and contrasts this and seek some legal protection. operations in Afghanistan. In this service against the weaknesses associated with the Last month’s article Reckless Driving by Daniel Morris - the Commanding Officer John Fisher asked UN mandate under which the Australian’s Correction that we also remember former WAUR had to operate. As a correction to the previous article by Daniel Morris in last graduate Craig Oliver, who was tragically When the tour of Rwanda was over for months Listening Post, the offence of Reckless Driving carries a killed in an air crash in the Congo with the the Australian military personnel they executive team of Sundance Mining. greater penalty than Dangerous Driving rather than the reverse. became to be the most highly decorated UN In the event Reckless Driving is not established, an alternate WO1 O’Halloran’s book Pure Massacre peacekeeping contingent since the Korean verdict of Careless Driving is open to the Magistrate. The writer is a record of what happened on 22nd War. apologises for the error. April 1995 at a displaced persons’ camp in Mark Sweetman 8 The Listening Post August 2010 Lieutenant-General Sir Charles Gairdner Treating over 420,000 however this drastically changed Italian prisoners so I ordered the army in the next year. He patients each year, Sir with the onset of World War all their boots to be taken – purchased a property in County by Charles Gairdner Hospital One. Graduating from the Royal you can’t walk far in the desert Westmeath, Ireland, where he without boots”. He won rapid would hunt for two days a week. Tamara offers a large range of Military Academy at Woolwich, Gairdner was commissioned in promotion in a succession of Jones facilities to cater for the sick Invited to be the Governor of the artillery in May 1916 and staff posts, two brief commands Western Australia, Gairdner and suffering. Opened in sent to the Western Front. With of armoured divisions in the succeeded Sir James Mitchell Letters) in 1956. Finally, the Sir 1958, Sir Charles Gairdner an average life expectancy for a Middle East, North Africa and on the 6th November 1951. Charles Gairdner Hospital was Hospital has the states only second lieutenant at eight days, India. He was chief of staff of Arriving in Perth on Melbourne named in his honour in May comprehensive cancer centre Gardiner not only lasted twelve the 7th Armoured Division, the Cup Day, 1951, Gairdner and his 1963. and is the leading tertiary months but was eighteen at the General Officer Commanding wife found, “[we] knew nobody. Gairdner stepped down from teaching facility; it is home time. As stated by Gairdner, of the 6th and 8th Armoured Government House had been let his post on 26th June 1963 Division, served as a Major- to a Nobel Prize winner “At the age of 18 I was pitch- go and taxis didn’t even know and after vigorously lobbying forked into France in command General with the Armoured where it was”. While a quiet (Professor Barry Marshall), for the position, replaced Lord of 32 men and I knew nothing. Corps in India from 1943 to 1944 start, Gairdner was to become Rowallan as Governor of has an international All I knew was when we were and then the General Officer in one of the most popular public Tasmania on 23rd September reputation, and is set to ordered to go over the top, I led Command of the Poona District figures in Western Australian 1963. His five-year term was become part of the pending them”. in India. history. devoid of drama but he did not ‘super hospital’, a collection During his hospitalisation in In March 1945, Gairdner During the twelve years and receive the same public acclaim of three hospitals totalling 1917, due to a serious wound to was promoted to acting (later three terms as Governor of as in Western Australia. He was approximately 1,100 beds. his right leg, Gairdner developed substantive) lieutenant general Western Australia, Sir Charles awarded an honorary LLD by and sent to the headquarters of Yet what do we know about his life-long passion for knitting. Gairdner worked hard and had the University of Tasmania in General Douglas MacArthur 1967 and was appointed GBE the man behind the name of However, this was the only much success in breaking down as Prime Minister (Sir) the barriers between the vice- (Most Excellent Order of the the hospital? Who was Sir pleasant component to come out of this episode. His injury would ’s personal regal position and the man in : Knight Grand Charles Gairdner? representative. He was present cause him pain through most of the street. Gairdner formed Cross) in January 1969. at the signing of the Japanese his life, necessitate in twenty- a Government House cricket Leaving Tasmania, Gairdner Charles Henry Gairdner was surrender and recalled, “It was seven operations and ultimately club which played schools, the returned to live in Peppermint born on 20th March 1898 in the only time I remember seeing lead to its amputation in 1976. media, the former Trade and Grove, Perth in February 1969. Batavia, Netherlands East General Douglas MacArthur Indies (Jakarta, Indonesia). Son It is said that Gairdner was Labour Council, the University Before his leg was amputated, nervous. There was also an he would sail his dragon class of Charles Arthur Gairdner, disappointed the amputation of Western Australia, country amusing incident when the cricket sides and Parliament yacht “Barbara” from the an Anglo-Irish merchant, and was taken from too high up as he New Zealander who may have House teams. It was Gairdners Royal Freshwater Yacht Club his wife Johanna Theodore was unable to have a “peg-leg”. celebrated too heavily the night own rules that made him the and post-operation, Gairdner née Bergsma; Sir Charles After WWI, Gairdner was before, signed in the wrong 11th in the team, “the lowest of read biographies of colleagues Gairdner grew up in County transferred to the cavalry. It place”. the low”. Gairdner also took up a he knew, knitted and enjoy the Galway, Ireland but received was during this time that he Following the war, Gairdner carving course, the object being view of the city he had come to his secondary education in married the Honourable Evelyn was awarded the Presidential to stand beside a fellow man, call home. Repton, Derbyshire, England. Constance Handcock, daughter Medal of Freedom by the but was denied the chance to An active sportsman throughout of the 5th Baron Castlemaine, on Survived by his wife, Sir United States in London on learn plumbing or brick-laying Charles Gairdner died on 22nd his life, he represented Ireland the 19th May 1925 at the parish January 16th 1947. He had been by the trade unions. Alongside in hockey and polo during his church in Wimbelton, Surrey. February 1983 at Nedlands appointed CBE (Most Excellent these qualities, Gairdner had a and was cremated after a state younger days. While Gairdner He attended the Staff College, Order of the British Empire: sound memory for names and funeral. Gairdner was revered went on to achieve many great Camberley, and by 1937 was a Commander-1941), CB (Most faces and an eagerness to visit and remembered in hospital for things, he was once thrashed lieutenant colonel, commanding Honourable Order of the Bath: the most remote parts of the his kind manner and the respect by the headmaster and future the 10th Royal Hussars. Companion-1946), KCMG (The State. He was also known to he showed people. Before his Archbishop of Canterbury, With the onset of World War II, Most Distinguished Order of drive to Yanchep on a Sunday death, Gairdner stated that “Life William Temple for submitting Gairdner was already a high- Saint Michael and Saint George: for a drink, as the Perth pubs is better now” but believed that a poem by Henry Longfellow as ranking officer. Starting off in Knight Commander-1948) and were closed. Nevertheless he preparedness for war was “the his own composition. North Africa, he recalled an was awarded the American was capable of aloofness, and key to peace”. “If you’re not He had plans to study at Oxford incident where “There were Medal of Freedom. Recalled his administrative style was prepared for war then you must for the British diplomatic service, 6000 of us left to guard 120,000 in 1948, Gairdner retired from regarded as ‘austere’ by some be prepared to be taken over”. observers. Not an inspired Tamara Jones public speaker, he confessed in References: retirement that speech-making had been absolute purgatory. Collis, Brad. 1981. The Old Soldier. The Western Mail. Sir Charles Gairdner’s tenure December 5: 16. was relatively free of political or constitutional crisis. The Unknown Author. 2009. worst that occurred was the Charles Gairdner. Wikipedia. Bunbury by-election of October http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Scholarship Available 1955 that deprived Albert Charles_Gairdner Hawke’s Labour government Steen and Godley. “Gairdner McIntosh Memorial Scholarship Fund of its parliamentary majority Sir Charles Henry, General”. RAAF Association (WA Division) Inc. and presented the possibility The Generals of WWII. http:// that the governor might have www.generals.dk/general/ The McIntosh Memorial Scholarship is open to descendants of to exercise his reserve powers. Gairdner/Sir_Charles_Henry/ persons who enlisted in Western Australia for service in any branch However, the parliament went Great_Britain.html. into recess and Labour won Unknown Author. Sir Charles of the RAAF. To be eligible, persons must be undertaking a first the ensuing 1956 election. Gairdner Hospital. Department course of tertiary education, in any year of that course, and must During his time, Gairdner was Of Western Australia: reside in Western Australia. governor during a number of Department of Health. http:// Royal visits to Perth, the earliest www.scgh.health.wa.gov.au/ The award for the 2011 academic year will be $1,000 and is usually in 1954; was appointed KCVO Boyce, P.J., ‘Gairdner, Sir used by students to help defray the costs of equipment, books, or (Knight Commander of the Charles Henry (1898-1983)’, activities associated with their studies. Royal Victorian Order-1954) Australian Dictionary of and KBE (Most Excellent Order Biography, Volume 17, Application forms and further information on the Scholarship are of the British Empire: Knight Melbourne University Press, available from the Executive Assistant or the Chief Executive Officer Commander-1960), opened the 2008, pp 419-420 Narrows Bridge and television Author Unknown. 2009. TVW in Western Australia in 1959, Opening. WA TV History. Air Force Memorial Estate hosted the Commonwealth http://watvhistory.com/2009/03/ Games in Perth in 1962, was Bull Creek Drive, Bull Creek tvw-opening/ Chief Scout from 1952-1963 Phone 9311 4449 and the University of Western C. Gairdner, The Other Side of the Coin (transcript, State Applications close on Friday, 29 October 2010. Australia conferred on him an honorary D.Litt (Doctors of Library of Western Australia). The Listening Post August 2010 9 Stained Glass Window 65th Anniversary in the Memorial Chapel of VP Day with Sally Hamilton at Menora Gardens The 65th anniversary of Victory in the families in posting their stories on the Pacific Day (VP Day) in WWII will be web site. commemorated on 15 August 2010 to Mr Keough said the 'Keeping the honour the service and sacrifice of the Spirit of '45 Alive Downunder' many thousands of Australians who sub¬committee has invited local high served in the Pacific during 1941-1945. schools to participate in this history During that period, more than 19 000 project. Australians lost their lives, 15 000 "This will provide an opportunity were wounded and 22 000 were taken for history and video school students prisoner. to combine their skills to capture The commemoration project, called interviews with WWII veterans for our Keeping the Spirit of '45 Alive website and our pages on Face-book Downunder', was launched by the and You-Tube," he said. Minister for Veteran's Affairs, Alan Additionally, the RSL and The Griffin, and the Commander Australian Sir Roden Cutler Charities will Fleet, Rear Admiral Steve Gilmore, at acknowledge the important assistance North Bondi RSL on 7 February. provided by students by rewarding Mr Griffin said that numerous events contributors with a Certificate of A rededication service of the Stained Glass Window in the Memorial and activities would be conducted in Recognition, signed by Lady Cutler. Chapel at RSL Care WA’s Menora Gardens Retirement Village will be held the lead up to the 65th anniversary of Michael Brooke on Friday July 23rd with a celebration led by Mr William Gaynor OAM VP Day on 15 August, when there will Public Affairs Chief be a commemoration ceremony and `Keeping the Spirit of '45 Alive RFD, the State President RSL of Australia WA Branch. parade at The Cenotaph at Martin Place Downunder' The history of the stained glass window is unfortunately scarce and somewhat in Sydney. Mobile: 0411203551 sketchy as are any living and knowledgeable sources to obtain further information. The commemoration project is Menora Gardens Lifestyle Manager, Kaye Ireland said, “It’s a great disappointment supported by the Eastern and Northern that we are unable to find out more about the Stocmins, but no records were kept at Metropolitan District Councils of the the time that the window was made.” RSL, the Australian War Memorial and What is known is that it was made by a gentleman named Mr Vern Stocmin who The Sir Roden Cutler Charities. A Digger’s was the husband of the President of the RSL Women’s Auxiliary, serving from 1949- The stakeholders recently received 1960. a letter of endorsement from Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, who Tears The Women’s Auxiliary was set up by women not eligible to join the RSL, but who were associated with ex-service personnel. Networks of auxiliaries were opened in recognised the significance of the 65th each State before World War Two. anniversary commemoration activities A Digger’s tears should never by Allied countries this year. fall The 628 Auxiliaries throughout Australia raise money and carry out voluntary welfare work, such as hospital visiting, for the League. The Women's Auxiliary currently has A copy of the letter can be viewed a membership of 13,121 members. at http://www.keep45alive.org.au/ indexfiles/Pagel 374.htm They should glisten in their eyes Mr Stocmin donated his time to make it, while the cost for materials were covered by as the sun rises the War Veterans Home and some donations were made by various RSL sub branches. Chairman of the `Keeping the Spirit of '45 Alive Downunder', Norbert on another day of peace The window was originally constructed and fitted into the old chapel on the Menora Keough, said the commemoration Gardens site which was opened in the late 1960’s and when Mrs Stocmin was still project aims to preserve memories of very active within the Women’s Auxiliary. Australia's Greatest Living Generation They should well up When the old chapel was demolished, the window was put into storage and was via stories on our website for archiving, at the sound always intended to be reinstated when the new developments were finished at the to Remember WWII veterans and their of another mates name Menora site. families sacrifices, and to celebrate our fallen to frailty When the new chapel was at the design stage, the window was not included for fear freedoms. of damaging or breaking parts of the beautiful stained glass which were quite thin "The project is also designed to unite all and fragile at the time. generations of Australians to Keep 45 They should gather The new chapel was thus constructed and subsequently officially opened on 8th April Alive; and to bring public awareness to as the old regiment does 2006 without the splendid window but some months ago the issue was raised by what Victory in the Pacific Day means Menora residents as to the whereabouts of the legendary beauty. so that all Australians whether in the on a day people remember Thus, Mr Martin Foster of “Leadlighting” was called in to inspect the window and city, bush or outback can celebrate this yet so few understand the assured that he would be able to reinstate the glass to its former glory. one off special 65th Anniversary on 15 memories August 2010," he said. Mr Foster worked on the window for months, painstakingly and carefully taking Mr Keough said a website has been apart each pane, reinstating the lead and a new jarrah frame was made to border and They should come softly hold secure the window. created to collect the memories and images of WWII veterans, war widows, as the old memories do The restored window was reinstated into a wall of the new chapel just a fortnight ago. families thereof, and Allied Forces who as the conversations with other An inscription above the window outlines what the panes of stained glass and the served with Australia Forces. veterans rainbow of colours represent and explains the following: He said the website provides all “The window depicts elements of sea, land and air, which represents the armed A Digger’s tears should be Australians with the opportunity to placed services, navy, army and air force. The various colouring denotes the different be included in remembering such a theatres of war in which the forces of the Commonwealth served, the seven seas, defining moment in our history. in our hands the continents and air routes of the world. The radiance from the setting sun streams "The joy of servicemen overseas, the in our hearts over the whole window and the Aurora Australis, which is particular to the Southern relief of anxious families at home, in our minds Hemisphere, sweeps down in a huge curve into the sea. Flashes of ruby are scattered and the loneliness of those whose throughout the window and represent those who make the supreme sacrifice serving loved ones would never return . . . so no one else’s child parent their country here and overseas.” these memories collectively capture grandparent For those that are unfamiliar with Aurora Australis, it is more commonly referred to the culminating moment of a defining goes through the same as the Southern Lights and is a beautiful natural phenomenon. event in Australian history — the end experience The words originate from the Latin "Aurora" meaning the dawn and "Australis" of WWII," he said. they have meaning Southern, so Aurora Australis means 'the dawn of the South'. The website already boosts a dozen for their entire life RSL Care WA’s Special Projects Manager, Ken Hamilton said, “The stained glass stories which can be viewed at www. window holds great historical significance to the Menora Gardens Village, so we are keep45alive.orq.au. extremely delighted to see the window restored and reinstated in all its glory for us The website is designed to bring A Digger’s tears should never to admire.” younger and older generations together fall The rededication service will be held at 10.30am and will be followed by light in commemorating this special refreshments in the Menora Gardens Community Centre. anniversary by engaging young people to assist WWII veterans and their Dave McLaggan-Geddes 10 The Listening Post August 2010

With August Rosalind 2010 Howat The Bush Wireless Welfare Officer With the cold spell continuing in Perth Changes to West Australia's natural with ex-Service personnel in Western The Trustees meet on the first Tuesday of it remains an ongoing struggle for many gas supply mean that some domestic Australian prisons. If anyone is aware each month to consider applications for veterans to heat their homes. The Welfare natural gas appliances manufactured of ex-service personnel in this situation assistance. The Trustees will evaluate Officer has seen a substantial increase and installed before 1980 could pose it would be appreciated if they could all reasonable requests for assistance. in the number of veterans requesting a safety risk and may be replaced free contact the RSL Welfare Officer on Financial grants are restricted to those assistance with utility bills. Channel 7 of charge. The changes to the natural 9287 3707. that are genuinely in need and unable to pay for some item or purpose required Perth recently reported the plight of all gas supply are currently scheduled The WA Sailors Soldiers & Airmen’s pensioners including Veterans in regard to preserve quality of life. For further for early 2012. If you rent privately it Relief Fund Trust to being unable to pay power bills and is strongly recommended that as the information please contact the Fund provide the basic necessities of life. tenant you contact your property agent The Trust Fund Web Page is now up and Administrator on 9287 3707 or mobile running. To access this page go to the 0412 009 191 Since the report went to air the Welfare or landlord to discuss the issue if you home page of the Returned & Services Officer has received calls from concerned are unsure of the age of your natural gas HOSPITAL VISITS League of Australia WA Branch and members of the community offering appliance(s). Anyone concerned about RSL has a number of wonderful follow the link in PAWS. This will their support. A number of donations their appliances can ring the Appliance Volunteers who regularly visit Veterans have been received at ANZAC House Rectification call centre on 1800 110 464 take you to information about the Trust in Hospitals in the metropolitan area. If and All monies received will go directly for further information. After review by Fund and an online application for you would like to arrange a visitor for towards paying utility bills for veterans. the call centre they will arrange for a assistance form. When completed, this yourself or a loved one please refer to If you are having difficulties in this area licensed gas fitter to call and inspect the form can be lodged directly to the Fund the Hospital Visitors List. A few of the please contact the Welfare Officer at appliance(s). Administrator. For Veterans without Volunteers, as required are happy to ANZAC House. Some assistance may Do You know of any ex-Servicemen in access to the internet an application visit lonely Veterans in Nursing Homes. be available to eligible veterans and West Australian Prisons ? form is still available from the Fund To arrange a Nursing Home visit please Administrator, Ms Rosalind Howat at their dependants experiencing financial RSL Official Prison Visitor, Mr Terry O’ contact the Welfare Officer at ANZAC House on 9287 3707 or 0412 009 191. hardship. Neill currently visits a few prisoners in ANZAC House. Do you have any gas appliances installed Metropolitan Prisons on a regular basis. prior to 1980? Mr O’Neill is keen to make contact HOSPITAL VISITORS LIST Volunteer Contact Number Hospitals Visited Ms Remah Glencorse & 0447 007 522 Hollywood Private Hospital Ms Bernadine De Beaux As Above St John of God Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Shenton Park Rehabilitation Mr John Duffy 9401 5815 or Joondalup Hospital 0413780278 Glengarry Hospital Osborne Park Hospital Mr Mike Harness 9293 1076 or Kalamunda Hospital 0419 091 708 Armadale Hospital Bentley Hospital Mr Jim Ferguson 9341 5303 Hollywood Private Hospital Mr Bill Adamson 9295 5354 Mercy Hospital Swan Districts Hospital Swan Seniors Mental Health Facility RSL Welfare Officer 9287 3707 or Royal Perth Hospital 0412 009 191 Others as required Mrs Noreen & Mr John Nagle 9583 3842 Peel Hospital RSL Care, Mandurah Mr John Rankin 0438 264 371 Fremantle Hospital Alma Street Hospital

Navy Cadet Exchange From Singapore

Cadets from the Singaporean Navy Cadets with cadets from TS MORROW Australian Navy Cadets during a combined activity in Singapore 2009. In April 2009, the National Cadet The Singaporean cadets also attended Corps (Sea) unit at the Anglo-Chinese a State War Memorial Service at Kings School (Barker Road), Singapore, was Park on 1 June 2010 at 1930 hrs. This honoured to receive the Australian was an opportunity not to be missed, by Navy Cadet unit TS MORROW from the cadets in particular, as they learnt Geraldton, Western Australia during to appreciate the sacrifices by allied their visit to Singapore. The cadets went forces in the defence of Singapore and for a joint activity and visited a missile Malaya during the WW2. After lighting corvette RSS Vengeance at Tuas Naval candles, the cadets formed a circle Base. The next day they were invited to around the Flame of Remembrance commemorate the ANZAC Day Service and laid a wreath, before observing a at the Kranji War Memorial. minute’s silence. The simple service In June 2010, 22 cadets and 2 officers was described as beautiful by the Deputy from the unit visited TS MORROW in State Warden, Colonel (Ret’d) Phillip a return visit. The two units conducted Skelton AM and the cadets agreed it joint-parades and undertook combined was a highlight of their visit to Western activities. They also took the opportunity Australia. to undergo a very cold and wet Adventure Cmdr G Hurren Training exercise conducted by the RAN Director Development at Margaret River. Australian Naval Cadets The Listening Post August 2010 11 Plucked From Waves A trio of fishermen owe their that may be utilised before a rescue lives to Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter could arrive overhead. efforts launched from RAAF Meanwhile, the CHC Search and Base Pearce. Rescue S-76 rescue helicopter from RAAF Base Pearce launched for the A C-130H Hercules from 37SQN, the RAAF Base Pearce SAR helicopter, long flight to the fishermen. and a group of student pilots from The S76 had to make multiple 2FTS, were amongst those who refuelling stops to reach the liferaft. conducted the rescue in waters 95nm Once on the scene, it winched out south east of Esperance. the three fishermen and brought At around 5am on May 10, the three them to Esperance Hospital, where fishermen discovered their boat was they were treated for hypothermia. taking on water, forcing a hasty evacuation in to their life raft. Amongst the observers were eight Fortunately they were able to students on the RAAF Advanced activate their Emergency Position Pilots’ Course – most of whom had Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB), just conducted their first flying sortie alerting authorities to their distress. the previous week. What they had failed to do however They were OFFCDTs Matthew was register their EPIRB prior to the Trayling, Tristram Gleeson, Michael voyage, leaving rescue coordinators Cooke, Alexander Rolfe, Ashley no details of the boat in distress. Kissock, Shannon Murrihy, Kieran At RAAF Base Pearce, the crew of Blair and Thomas Sawade. a 37SQN C-130H Hercules – who were minutes from commencing Student pilot, OFFCDT Thomas their return flight to Richmond – Sawade, said “all the guys agreed were told to offload their cargo and when we got there that the seas were prepare for a SAR mission. horrible – it looked cold, windy and They were quickly loaded with a the swell was massive”. group of volunteer observers from “It was good to see what we could the base – including eight student be tasked to do in the future, and pilots from the RAAF Advanced the professionalism of the team Pilots’ Course. involved.” Once the C-130H arrived on scene, C-Flight Commander for 2FTS, JOB WELL DONE: Members of 37SQN who conducted the rescue, from left, loadmaster NCOCDT Alysa Owen, Captain it took over duties from a civilian- FLTLT Tim Dresser, ACO FLTLT John Strang and co-pilot FLGOFF Melinda Russell. Photo: AC Christopher Hall owned Cessna which had located the SQNLDR Tony Rooke, said the liferaft. rescue would give valuable insight The sea state was heavy swells with to their future careers. wind picking up and carrying the “They will be better equipped to put occasional wave crest. into perspective why they are being A single orange life raft was located asked to do many of the things that and after several passes overhead, the are required of them and will have crew observed two people waving. a much clearer picture of their end The C-130H was equipped with goal,” SQNLDR Rooke said. three Air Sea Rescue Kits (ASRKs) “By observing and interacting with and following previous discussions currently operational ALG pilots with the Rescue Coordination Centre they have been provided with an (RCC) it was decided to airdrop Time to plan. one. The ASRK contains radios excellent example of what will soon that would enable communications be expected of them as junior officers Time to reflect. between the occupants of the life and pilots in the ADF.” raft and the C-130H. It could also FLTLT Eamon Hamilton – Air Time to celebrate. provide additional survival aids Force News Sandakan Dawn Service – We give you time. Burning of Gum Leaves RSL WA Branch has received asked whether there were any Proudly supporting the RSL in Western Australia elements of their particular service several enquires concerning Discounts for RSL members and their spouses the burning of gum leaves that the relatives would like to keep and which could be included at the Sandakan Dawn in future services. Service. DVA has provided MIDLAND 239 Great Eastern Hwy 9274 3866 The burning of gum leaves was (Cnr Brockman Rd) the following advice and it is a suggestion of one of the tour produced below for members groups and this request has now information. become part of the annual service. NORTH PERTH 15 Scarborough Beach Rd 9444 4835 This was captured quite poignantly The Dawn Service at Sandakan, by Channel 7 this year during their SOUTH FREMANTLE 254 Hampton Rd 9335 4111 as well as those at Gallipoli and televised piece on the Service. Villers-Bretonneux in France, The practice of burning gum are organised by the Department leaves is not unique to Sandakan. VICTORIA PARK 289 Albany Hwy 9361 1185 of Veterans’ Affairs. Prior to the It has been documented that gum Department taking responsibility leaves, sent in letters from loved WANGARA Cnr Buckingham Drive 9409 9119 for the Sandakan Service a number ones in Australia, were burnt by and Wanneroo Rd of tour groups, hosting relatives troops stationed overseas during of those who perished in Borneo, both world wars to remind them of had been holding services at the home. Memorial Park for several years. Visit All areas 1300 662 172 www.purslowefunerals.com.au In order to accommodate many of http://wattleday.com/greatwar.php the established practices of these for more information Australian Owned I 24 Hours I All Areas I Prearranged Funerals tour groups the tour leaders were Office of Australian War Graves 12 The Listening Post August 2010 Three Springs – Arrino RSL ANZAC Club Sub Branch Extended hours Bowls. for Congress Con Kikeros, Ray Morgan, Peter Bush, Jim Ovens The Carnamah Bowling Club’s recent Sapper Morgan did not live up to his 17 Joe Clancy Fours Open Day, saw the Construction Squadron motto “a little bear local RSL Sub Branch nominate a will fix it”. team in honour of our former member, This left our Naval Skipper, Able Seaman the late Joe Clancy, who managed the Ovens all at sea negotiating the flotsman Bowling Club for 20 years! before him. We had a great day and all played some good We were led by the Sub Branch Secretary, bowls, but our Service banter was of great Gunner Kikeros. His drop shorts didn’t help! entertainment to our opponents. Our second was Sapper Bush, and though Our opposition on the day did finish 1, 2 , 3 he ducked off once to check out a tunnel, he but we did get one draw and two honourable ANZAC Club will be open for Dinner negotiated the pock marks fairly well. losses. on the Friday evening before congress Stepping up to his full rank of President, Jim and Kath Ovens. Why not come in for a splendid table'd hote style dinner Australia ranked 2nd for quality of death and meet some of the delegates attending the congress this year Research undertaken by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) reveals the United or just enjoy a beverage with old colleagues at bar. Kingdom (UK) is the best place to die. By devising a Quality of Death Index, EIU ranked countries according to their provision of We will be open from 8.30am to 9pm on end-of-life care, rating Australia second out of the 40 countries investigated. Friday 29 October According to the Worldwide Palliative Care Alliance, while more than 100 million patients And all with our very attractive club prices for food and and family care givers worldwide need palliative care annually, less than 8% of this number actually receives it. drinks. The UK was best in terms of its hospice care network, statutory involvement in end-of-life care, public awareness and training. On the Saturday morning of the congress The top 10 were as follows; 30 October, the Club will be open for a · UK · Austria hearty breakfast starting at 06.30am · Australia · Netherlands · New Zealand · Germany again a chance to meet the delegates attending congress · Ireland · Canada · Belgium · United States over a great value breakfast - or simply come in to say hello and enjoy a "heart starter" coffee. The bottom ten included India, Brazil, China and Russia. Junior Recruits recognised in memorial dedication Chief of Navy Vice Admiral The memorial dedication coincided Russ Crane recently unveiled a with a variety of reunion activities memorial in Western Australia for the reminiscing former JRs, such dedicated to the thousands of as a reunion dinner and bus tours of HMAS Stirling for those who had RAN sailors who enlisted as served there from the 1970s onward. Junior Recruits (JRs). VADM Crane commented on the VADM Crane said the memorial, positive effect that Junior Recruit located at the former JR training Training had on the young enlistees, base HMAS Leeuwin on the banks “Many former junior recruits of the Swan River, Fremantle, regard their time as junior recruits commemorated the dedication, as a defining period in their lives. commitment and service of the Very long lasting close friendships 13,000 boys who joined as JRs developed between junior recruits as between 1960 and 1984. a result of their 12 months of close Vice Admiral Crane and Chief of Navy quarter confinement, here at the “It is a great honour and personal and 1927, many of the JRs of HMAS former HMAS Leeuwin and HMAS pleasure for me to have been Leeuwin went on to experience active Cerberus for others”. invited here today to dedicate this service. Junior Recruits enlisted between the memorial.” The first intake of JRs arrived at HMAS “When I entered Leeuwin through ages of 15 and 17, and after a year’s Leeuwin on July 13, 1960 and consisted the gates behind me in July 1970 general training went onto complete of 155 recruits, all of whom were aged I could never have guessed that their category training, before being either 15 or 16. posted throughout the Fleet. I would one day have the great In the years that followed, HMAS privilege of standing here today”, During their training, the boys were Leeuwin saw a further 85 intakes, while said VADM Crane. also required to complete their HMAS Cerberus took in another two Around 2,000 former Junior secondary schooling, with many consignments of boy sailors. Recruits and their families attended going on to reach officer and senior Many former JRs are still in the RAN and recruits in HMAS Leeuwin and HMAS the dedication of the memorial sailor rank. all have served with distinction over the past Cerberus and who served in the Royal at the former HMAS Leeuwin, Like their earlier counterparts who 50 years. Australian Navy in wars, conflicts and many travelling from interstate and started their naval careers as boy The memorial inscription reads ‘to the peacekeeping since 1960.” some from overseas, as far away as sailors in the sailing ship HMAS memory of the boys who trained as junior By LEUT Gary McHugh Canada. Tingira between the years of 1917 The Listening Post August 2010 13 Australian Army – Major General John Whitelaw AO CBE Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery followed his return to Australia in 1958. for Outstanding Achievement in December Bridges Barracks, PUCKAPUNYAL VIC In 1966 he was transferred to the staff of 1996. 3662 Australian Army Force, Far East Land Forces General Whitelaw had a passion for Army in Singapore becoming Deputy Commander history and heritage, particularly of the RAA. Sadly I write to inform you that Major in 1967. General John Whitelaw AO CBE, a As Deputy Chief of the General Staff he He returned to Australia in 1968 as Director prominent and distinguished gunner, established and was the founding chairman of of Equipment Policy at Army Headquarters the Army History Committee that eventually passed away in Canberra on 18 June and again went overseas in 1970, this time created the first Army Staff Instruction on Mrs Mollie 2010. as Chief of Staff Australian Force Vietnam. Army Heritage and History. He was the He was appointed a Commander of the Major General John Whitelaw was born in driving force behind the construction and Holst Order of the British Empire by Her Majesty dedication of the RAA National Memorial Many members will no Melbourne in 1921. His association with and awarded the Bronze Star by the USA on Mount Pleasant in Canberra and the doubt recall a story in The the Australian Army began when he enlisted for this service. Appointments followed at creation of the RAA National Museum at Listening Post in 2009 in 10th Field Brigade, Royal Australian Army Headquarters as Director of Military North Head. He was the founding patron of with accompanying photos Artillery (Militia) in 1937 as a cadet. He Operations and Plans and, on promotion to of an Australian lady, Mrs was commissioned on 15 March 1940 and Major General, as Chief of Operations, Chief the RAA Historical Society, now the RAA Mollie Holst, who resides subsequently served in artillery training units of Personnel and finally Deputy Chief of Historical Company. The library at North in Drammen, Norway. and 14th Field Regiment until 1942 when he the General Staff until retirement from the Fort holds many papers and records donated This person has been became a liaison officer on the staff of 2nd Australian Army in 1978. He was appointed to the Regiment by John Whitelaw while tending to graves of Australian Division. In 1943 he transferred an Officer of the Order of Australia in the the RAA Historical Company holds in trust, Australian Servicemen to the 4th Field Regiment and saw active Queen's Birthday Honours List in 1977. many movable items of the Whitelaw Gunner service as a battery captain, troop commander who sadly lost their lives After retirement he served on the Council Collection. and forward observer in New Guinea, during WWII for many of the National Heart Foundation (ACT), His strong advocacy for the preservation of Bougainville and New Britain until the end years. became founding Executive Director of the artillery heritage and history continued until of World War 2. After nearly a year in Rabaul Mrs Holst travels to these National Farmers Federation (1979-1985), very recently, evident by his chairmanship on movement control duties he returned to gravesites at her own continued his association with the United and guidance for some four years of the expense and by public Australia and resumed civil employment. Service Institution and as patron of various Historical Sub-Committee of the RAA He was Mentioned In Despatches for his transport as she does not associations and societies. In addition he was Regimental Committee. have a vehicle. service as a forward observer in action in active in matters concerning the welfare of Bougainville. In addition to these historical services to Further to this, Mrs Holst veterans and was national president of the the Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery, He returned to active duty in 1948 as adjutant conducts an ANZAC Day Regular Defence Force Welfare Association Major General John Whitelaw served as 3rd Field Regiment and later on the staff and national vice-president of the Australian Service in the Norwegian Representative Colonel Commandant of the capital, Oslo, each year. of 13th Infantry Brigade. Service followed Veterans and Defence Services Council. His with 1st Field Regiment as adjutant and Regiment, a role in which he sagely guided I was extremely pleased long standing involvement in environmental battery commander of 'A' Field Battery. the RAA's history, customs, traditions and when reading the Queens' issues stemmed from his membership of the After a posting to Army Headquarters, standing in the community. Birthday Honours list to National Conservation Strategy Consultative Major General Whitelaw is survived by his see that this lady has been Whitelaw attended the Canadian Army Staff Committee and the National Tree Program wife Nancy and daughters Belinda, Angela awarded an OAM so firstly College in 1955 and for the next two years Coordinating Committee when they were set and Virginia. deserved. was an exchange officer at the Canadian up in 1982. He continued this interest with Jack Edwards National Defence Headquarters. Further staff Greening Australia as a consultant until 1996. D P COGHLAN, AM Brigadier 21 June 2010 appointments in Perth, and Sydney He was given Greening Australia's Award Head of Regiment

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VVCS – a free and From the confidential counselling Archives with Naomi Jones service The sub-branch charters are provided to sub-branches upon formation with the date formation was approved and the name the sub-branch Did you know that VVCS – Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service is available to all will be known by. They are valuable in terms of the information they Australian veterans, peacekeepers, their families and eligible ADF personnel? provide about the sub-branch with some of the older charters outlining changes of name throughout the sub-branch history. VVCS can provide support for lifestyle, health and family matters as well as issues relating to military service. Counselling is free and confidential and experienced staff can assist veterans and their families. The idea of the charter came about in the early 1950s as part of a program to In addition to counselling services, VVCS runs groups aimed to help you lead a healthier life. The capture the history of the sub-branches throughout Western Australia. The following groups are scheduled to be held in WA this year. sub-branches were issued with the charter for a cost of 35/- and were presented with them at a function organised by the sub-branch. The date of formation Heart Health - a 52 week physical health and wellbeing programme. Participants are currently being documented on the charters were from Head Office records and communicated sought for the Albany, Bunbury, Busselton, Rockingham, South and East metropolitan areas. to sub-branches for their approval before printing. Lifestyle Program – a 5 day live-in group held in Margaret River. A program designed for veterans In records held in the ANZAC House archives we know that the creation of the and their partners wanting to improve and enhance their relationships. 5-10 Sept, 7-12 Nov. charters was a popular idea throughout the sub-branches. In correspondence Doing Anger Differently – An 11 week anger management program. The program will help you to from State Secretary John Chappell to the General Secretary of the League J.C recognise and manage your angry feelings and prevent aggressive behaviour. Commencing 1 July. Neagle in August 1950 the creation of the charters was said to be “an opportunity to bring old members back to the Sub-Branch. It has also served Sleeping Better –Learn to sleep better with this 7 week sleep and relaxation programme. Commencing the useful purpose, that immediately after the presentation of the Charter, the 15 October. sub-branch Secretary reads a history of the sub-branch”. Mastering Anxiety – An 11 week programme focussing on understanding and managing stress and It is interesting to note that the motivation behind the creation of the charters anxiety. Commencing 11 October. is similar to the archive project being conducted now. The work that is going Building Better Relationships – This program is designed for emotionally committed couples who on is an attempt to capture the history of the organisation throughout Western want that ‘something’ back. The program aims to improve the quality of relationships through Australia. In the words of Mr Chappell, the charters have “the effect of Sub- development of skills to strengthen emotional ties; develop greater mutual appreciation; communicate Branch Officers recovering, from their old records before they are lost beyond more effectively and share goals for the future. This program may appeal to those who have done the recall, interesting data concerning the Sub-Branch which will be useful at some lifestyle program and want to continue to do relationship enhancement work. Dates to be advised. future date for League historical purposes”. Post Hollywood PTSD program – The program is designed to assist in managing the symptoms of The sub-branch charters are a valuable source of information about the sub- PTSD, consolidate the learning that took place at The Hollywood Clinic and find ways of moving branches and are a significant item within the archive collection. The creation forward. There is also an opportunity to focus on particular areas of interest in a little more depth. Commencing 24 September. of the charters provided an opportunity for sub-branches to capture the history of their particular sub-branch. As part of the archive project we will be looking The above programmes can be run in rural areas subject to sufficient interest. to further this initial work in capturing the history of the sub-branches of the League. If you need support or would like to attend one of our groups, please give us a call on 1800 011 046 or visit our website at www.dva.gov.au/vvcs

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RSL WA State President State Executive Bill Gaynor 2008-2010 OAM RFD

Director, Director, Admin Communications Services Digger Cleak Arthur Stanton OAM

Director, Marketing Director, WA Ian Johnstone Veterans’ Affairs Ray Ward

Representative, Representative, Mid West Lower South West Ross Davies Damian Dixon

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Chief Executive Officer Kevin Davidson MVO OAM The Returned & Services League of Australia WA Branch Incorporated 18 The Listening Post August 2010 Remembering those who Croatian Consul helped our Diggers welcomes RSL (WA) Recently the Croatian consul Mr Hrvoje Petrušić held a function to introduce members of the Croatian War Veterans to Australian counterparts. Mr Petrušić welcomed Mr Gaynor (President RSL WA) and delegation from the RSL to the Croatian Consulate in Perth. After the Consul had addressed the gathering Krunoslav Samošćanec, Vice- President for the Association of Patriotic War Volunteers and Veterans of the Republic of Croatia addressed the group. Mr Bill Gaynor then responded on behalf of RSL WA. Denis Connelly

The Heroes Grave is in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. The grave is dedicated to the memory of the 13 local Borneo people who died in Gaol or executed for helping the Australian soldiers in Sandakan during WW2. On the left is Ying Chieng Hiew (n.Soh) although born Sandakan now lives in Perth for the last 37 years. Her Father Kim Seng Soh is the first name on the Grave of the five who died in Kuching Gaol .

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RARE_BOD12868 The Listening Post August 2010 19 Lost Medals Australia Since 2000 Lt Col Glyn Llanwarne has been acquiring, researching and then returning lost medals to veterans or Save a life: Think their families. He started out purchasing medals however; now he is supported through donations of 'found' medals F.A.S.T. Act FAST! and no longer purchases them. Knowing these four letters F.A.S.T. could save your life or the life of someone else. He and his team now use all their resources for research and trying Strokes can happen to anyone and everyone needs to know the common signs. Being Australia’s to locate families. They do this free of any charge or fee. Over the second biggest killer, over 60,000 new and recurrent strokes occur each year. last few years many people have asked to set up a forum or have a method of asking questions so that the information can be shared. Stroke symptoms occur in a variety of ways. There may be just one warning sign or a combination. Glyn thinks that this is the easiest way. The web site will remain FAST is an easy way to recognise the signs of stroke and take immediate action. the prime method of advertising the current list of medals they The FAST test involves asking three simple questions: are researching. In many cases he will refer enquiries direct to 1. Face – Check their face. Has their mouth drooped? the web site, particularly when it comes to researching Australian 2. Arms – Can they lift both arms? servicemen as there is a step by step guide already available. 3. Speech – Is their speech slurred? Do they understand you? RETURNED MEDAL 4. Time – Time is critical. If you see any of these signs, call 000 now! JAMES GORMAN Acting FAST could mean the difference between death or severe disability and a good recovery. “One of the medals I received Strokes are preventable and treatable. The National Stroke Foundation says that controlling these from RSL WA was the BWM risk factors can help you to reduce your risk of stroke. awarded to 2219 Dvr James 1. Keep your blood pressure and cholesterol low Gorman. His service record is quite extensive and shows that 2. Exercise and enjoy a healthy balanced diet he came from a small town in 3. Do not smoke South West WA. I found that he 4. Limit alcohol consumption was buried in a town close to this National Stroke Week is 13-19 September 2010 so I checked the White Pages. There was one entry with the Everyone is encouraged to remind their loved ones and the general public to raise awareness of same name so I took a punt and the signs of stroke and to promote the FAST test during this week. rung them. Sure enough they are For information and advice on stroke prevention, treatment, recovery, support and National Stroke related. I found the great grand Week, visit www.strokefoundation.com.au/national-stroke-week or call StrokeLine 1800 787 653. son of James. The returned medal tally is now 670.” LtCol Glyn Llanwarne has kindly offered to keep RSL WA informed as the Medals are returned to their rightful owners so stay tuned, or you can access the website: www.lostmedalsaustralia. com NIKIDA JUDGE RSL WA

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Enjoy an evening with real Australian war heroes. Men of the 2/16th Battalion, formed in Western Australia in 1940. Veterans of the WWII Middle East Campaign and the Kokoda Track.

16th Upcoming Services Battalions’ at the State War Memorial, Foundation Kings Park The event is the major fundraiser for 16th Battalions’ Foundation to enable scholarship funding for present day The 16th Battalions’ Foundation Dinner soldiers to visit sites of at the conflict where the 16th University Club of Western Australia Battalions fought and Hackett Drive, Crawley to aid veterans and their on families with day to day Friday 17th September 2010 activities. at 6.30pm This, being the second $125 Oration, will be raising funds to enable a copy of Merdeka Day - Tuesday 31 Aug 12.00 noon. Contact the Battalions' history to Bill Adamson on 9295 5354 (Secretary of National Major General John Hartley (Retired) AO be placed in all secondary Malaya & Borneo Veterans Association) Institute Director & CEO Future Directions International schools in WA. •••••••••••••••• will present the Mary Goldthorpe Maltese Association - Sunday 12 Sep 12.00 noon. Brigadier Arnold Potts Oration Chair 16th Battalions’ Contact Judy Pavia 9377 2902 (Secretary of Maltese Foundation Association of WA) Ph: 0409 085 987 •••••••••••••••• For information and bookings contact Committee of the Margaret Smith on 9384 4144 or 0419 914 534 2/16th Battalion (A.I.F.) The above information is correct at time of printing [email protected] Association Inc 20 The Listening Post August 2010 News From the Australian War Memorial

2010 continues to be an exciting year at the Australian War Memorial. In early August the Second World War galleries will reopen after extensive refurbishments. The galleries were fully upgraded in 1999, and while they remained engaging and in good condition, some of the exhibition infrastructure had begun to show wear. The iconic German Kübelwagen will return to the gallery, while the 1942 Kokoda campaign and HMAS Sydney (II) will have new audiovisual presentations added to their displays. New items include a rare Australian armoured vehicle, the “Dingo” scout car, and a Chevrolet lorry with a captured Italian Breda light anti- preview entitled Double Field: Shaun In September the official war art of de Medici became the first official war aircraft gun. The Chev and Breda Gladwell- Afghanistan inspired by his eX de Medici and Jon Cattapan will artist to be sent to the Solomon Islands. combinations were used by Australian time with Australian troops in 2009 as go on display, both of whom were eX de Medici is well informed of the troops during the siege of Tobruk in part of the Memorial’s Official War Art commissioned by the Australian War history and contemporary social issues 1941. Scheme. The exhibition, comprised of Memorial. in the Australia-Pacific region and her There will also be a display highlighting film and photography, explores soldiers’ work also focuses on the interactions how people on the Australian home physicality and how they are trained to Melbourne based artist Jon Cattapan between Australian peacekeepers and front responded to the Japanese attacks react to foreign environments. travelled to East Timor in July 2008 the Solomon people. and spent time with Australian Defence and threat of invasion, which includes a Director of the Memorial, Steve Gower, Jon Cattapan and eX de Medici’s works Force units participating in peacekeeping beautifully restored civilian Studebaker said the new exhibition is an exciting will be on display until April 2011, at missions. Much of Cattapan’s work sedan with its producer gas unit and an innovation to the official war artist which point the exhibition will travel focuses on the complex relationships Anderson shelter, which was designed scheme that “captures contemporary around Australia. between Australian peacekeepers and to protect families in their backyards. conflict in a way we haven’t experienced Katherine Carter the Timorese people. On the art scene, multi-media artist Shaun before”. Shaun Gladwell’s work will be University of Virginia Intern at the Gladwell recently launched an exhibition on display until August 18th. In March 2009 Canberra based artist eX Australian War Memorial

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I left Perth, Western Australia on 21 April 2010 to travel accounts this years service was 7000 strong. The following day we had a guided tour of Gallipoli, to Istanbul where I would undertake a 21 day tour of As dawn broke, Her Excellency, Quentin Bryce, The or as the Turks call it Geliboul, visiting many of the Turkey, Syria and Jordan. At 62 years of age, I was the Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia cemeteries including ANZAC Cove, Shrapnel Valley, oldest member on the tour, consisting of 13 Australians arrived, and the Dawn Service was under way, a very Chunuk Bair and the Turkish Memorial along with time and one New Zealander. (James, 54). moving experience, but for me, nothing compared for to walk alone and reflect. With this year being the 95th We left Istanbul on the morning of 24 April 2010 and what lay ahead. Anniversary I will return with my son to Gallipoli to headed to The Boomerang Bar in Eceabat on the shores At the completion of the Dawn Service, Kiah (a member once again reflect with a silent thanks to all our fallen of the Dardanelles, with the Australian Flag displayed of our tour from Darwin) and I started the walk to Lone ANZACs. on our truck for all to see and music from home that Pine with hundreds of fellow Australians, 3.1km which Jess had prepared for the occasion; including Australian was quite long and steep at times. At one stage overtaken The words, which felt so poignant and had a profound songs such as, John Williamson’s “Home Among the by the enormity of the walk, I raised my camera above affect on our tour, are engraved in stone at ANZAC Gum Trees”, Redgum’s “I Was Only Nineteen” and the crowd and took a photo, it was Australians as far as Cove written by Kemal Ataturk, the Commander of the Jimmy Barnes “Khe Sanh”. People of all ages greeted the eye could see. Turkish 19th Division during the Gallipoli Campaign us, horns blew loud, and so was the music, some people It was hard to fathom the total number of young lives read: had a beer but most just sat there with tears in their lost at Lone Pine, where many of the bloodiest battles “Those heroes that shed their blood and lost their lives. eyes. How proud I felt to be an Australian, I remember were fought; but Lone Pine is such a beautiful spot. You are now living in the soil of a friendly country thinking, “Nothing can top this!”, how wrong I was. Watching as our Governor General spoke, to see her therefore rest in peace. There is no difference between Later that afternoon we packed our bags and headed greet those present in the stands and the walk you all the Johnnies and the Mehmets to us where they lie side to ANZAC Cove where we would spend a rather cool take past the headstones, where most their ages read in by side here in this country of ours. You, the mothers, and uncomfortable night, this seemed minor to compare the early twenties, confounded both Kiah and myself with what our forefathers would have gone through. with tears rolling down our faces we were so proud to who sent their sons from faraway countries, wipe away We were kept entertained throughout the night; large be Australian. your tears; your sons are now lying in our bosom and screens displayed addresses from Kevin Rudd, Prime There is just something about being at Lone Pine and are in peace. After having lost their lives on this land Minister of Australia, along with other dignitaries and the stirring of emotions that only those who go there they have become our sons as well.” short films telling the stories of our ANZACs. From all will know what I mean. Written by Wayne Dunham The Listening Post August 2010 23 Burma Railway I was a member of William’s of the Australians to work on the until the end of the railway Australian surgeon and a most to Japan for slave labour when Force which commenced railway. construction, Bill Haskell was efficient Camp Administrator the Hellships carrying them were work in October 1942 In Burma the Japanese Army at Hintock John Wisecup an in F. Force had this to say about torpedoed by U.S. submarines. on the Burma end of the Command exercised control of American survivor from the Australians on the railway The Rokuyo Maru containing Cruiser US Houston in his poem railway which was to extend the prisoners, No 3 & 5 groups I would say that….(The railway) prisoners en route to Japan was came under the control of describes Hintock Camp. for 415 kilometres. During was the most searching test of torpedoed in the China Sea, Colonel Nagatoma. In Thailand Hintock Camp! Filth ridden fundamental character and guts 82 Australians including Capt construction it contained control was divided between hole! that I have ever known. That so Rowley Richards a medical along its length and beyond the Japanese Army command many men…came through this Our tents and beds were rotten Officer were picked up by hundreds of labour camps, in Thailand and their Singapore test with their heads high and The lice and rain destroyed our Japanese destroyers and spent all were bad, some worse area command soul their records unblemished was some thing of which we…. may the rest of the war in Japan. than others, not one would Williams & Black Forces Men died forlorn, forgotten. be called good. arrived at Thanbuzayat in Burma not be unreasonably proud.’ A further number after spending One of the major differences late October 1942, Dunlop Mateship was as important several days in the ocean were of the Burma and Thai Groups There were two Japanese force arrived in Thailand in in one’s survival as food found by the US Submarine were how the Japanese used Railway Regiments involved in January 1943 both from Java. and medicine POW, Duncan Queenfish that torpedoed the the prisoners, in Thailand the the construction, No 5 covered William’s Force was made up Butler 2/12th Field Ambulance POW ships and eventually were POWs mainly stayed in the the Burma end No 9, the mainly of 2/2nd Pioneers, my summed it up in a poem which returned to Australia where the same fixed camps during the Thailand end, 688 bridges, 8 of unit, and survivors off HMAS included these words first news of the Railway was them steel construction, crossed whole construction period. In Perth, Americans off the USS Me mind goes back to 43, announced by the Army Minister rivers streams and gullies. Houston and US 131st Artillery Burma the work forces moved My good luck continued when Hygiene was strictly maintained Company. up and down the railway To slavery an’ ate, the Awa Maru the last POW ship in all the POW camps but in the British officers in charge of according to the tasks allotted, When man’s one chance to stay to reach Japan with 525 of us native camps without medical mixed camps on the Death initially building embankments alive POWs on board successfully care diseases especially cholera Railway have repeatedly said and excavating cuttings, then Depended on ‘is mate. returning to built bridges. beat the US blockade to reach were prevalent, this soon spread the greatest asset in any camp The railway story is not Japan on the 15th January to the POW camps and the on the railway was to have an Finally the Williams Anderson complete with out recording deaths from cholera along with Australian farmer in camp. combined force returned to the the sequel, the survivors? F & 1945. This enabled me to add Dysentery and Malaria soared What they could do with a piece 18 Kilo camp as No 1 Mobile H Forces returned to Changi, Coal Mining to my other roles, During its construction about of wire or any other simple item Force to lay the sleepers and some prisoners remained to do railway construction, Bridge 13,000 Australians worked on was unbelievable. rails from there right through to maintenance, others were sent Builder, Dock worker, road the line, about 5000 in Burma Dunlop Force was made up the joining at Konkoita 152 Km to Prison Camps in Thailand. builder, my preferred role which and 8000 in Thailand, Green mainly of 2/3rd Machine from Thanbyuzayat on the 17th Changi, and Japan. Tragically I never achieved would have Force arrived in Burma in Gunners who were located at September 1943 many who survived the railway been to work in the cook house October 1942 and were the first Hintock from January 1943 Major Hunt a noted West experience were to die en route Neil MacPherson Publication: Papers in Australian Maritime Affairs No. 17 Gosse, George (1912-1964) G O S S E , 30 October 1933. himself to the mine's marker-buoy rope to practical household gadgets and fittings, but G E O R G E Gosse 'knocked about', resisting the keep his depth steady. lost interest once he had met the challenge (1912-1964), temptation of serious employment. In the Gosse used tools which he had improvised, of concept and design: for the most part, his work was unspectacular. He was president naval officer chapel of his old school on 1 October 1938 removed the primer release and then he married Diana Skottowe. On 21 October extracted the primer 'about eighteen inches (1946-48) of the Sporting Car Club of and designer, 1940 he enlisted as an ordinary seaman [46 cm] down a two-inch tube'. He had South Australia. In 1953 he was chosen was born on 16 February 1912 at in the Royal Australian Naval Volunteer interrupted the detonation train and the as a member of the coronation contingent Harvey, Western Australia, elder Reserve. He was commissioned sub- mine was safe. While he was releasing which went to England in HMAS Sydney. child of native-born parents William lieutenant in April 1941 while posted to himself from his makeshift tether, there Survived by his wife and two daughters, Hay Gosse, farmer, and his wife HMS King Alfred; in December he joined was a small explosion. Later examination he died of a coronary occlusion on 31 December 1964 at Maslin Beach and was Muriel, née Davidson. W.C. Gosse HMIS Hooghly at Calcutta, India, as mine of the landed mine showed that water disposal officer. Official reports noted his had entered through the primer tube and cremated. was George's grandfather and (Sir) reliability, keenness and ingenuity. Always operated a mechanism designed to respond James Gosse his uncle. I. McL. Crawford, 'Gosse, George (1912- cheerful under difficulties, he got on well to changing water pressure and trigger the 1964)', in Australian Dictionary of with officers and men, and exhibited 'a detonator if the mine were raised. Gosse An artillery officer in the British Army Biography, Vol. 14, Melbourne University daring character and a good knowledge rendered safe two more 'Oyster' mines during World War I, William was awarded Press, Melbourne, 1996, pp. 300-301, as of mines in which he is very interested'. at Bremen. In 1946 he was awarded the the Military Cross; he was killed in action modified for Papers in Australian Maritime He was made provisional lieutenant in George Cross. Having been promoted in 1918. His widow died two years later, Affairs, No. 17. The ADB biographies are February 1942. Acting Lieutenant Commander on 30 leaving George and his sister in the care of available online at www.adb.online.anu. September 1945, he was demobilised on 20 their paternal grandmother. From late 1944 Gosse served in HMS edu.au Vernon (D) at Brixham, Devon, England, March 1946. Submitted by: Commodore Bob Trotter Educated at the Collegiate School of St the base for the RN's port clearance diving OAM RAN (Ret'd) FIEAust Peter, Adelaide, in 1926 Gosse entered Back in Adelaide, Gosse invented many operations in Europe. Described at this the RANC, . A member of his time as sporting a bold, black beard, he had family described him as 'so like his father, soft green eyes and a softer voice, and was gay, feckless, fearless and gregarious'. somewhat of a law unto himself. Yet, he was He gained colours for hockey and on Alzheimer’s diagnosis method to change inventive and had a fascination with things graduating was awarded the prize for mechanical. Although he had qualified as Medical experts are proposing of experts convened by the National engineering (theory). From January 1930 a shallow-water diver in January 1945, he Institute on Aging and the Alzheimer’s he successively served in the cruisers, changes to the way Alzheimer’s lacked practice when he went to Germany to Association, began a year ago due to a HMAS Australia and HMAS Canberra, disease is diagnosed in order to begin underwater mine-disposal operations new understanding of the disease and new and in May was promoted . In treat it earlier before the onset of at Bremen, following its capture in April. methods of detection, it was becoming July 1931 he took passage to England for symptoms. This has been unaltered In command of Naval Party 1571, Gosse clear that the old method of diagnosing further sea training and courses with the since 1984. RN. directed a search for mines laid by the Alzheimer’s was outdated. Initially, Gosse was appointed to the retreating Germans in the waters of With the use of brain scan technology, “Our thinking has changed dramatically,” battleship, HMS Ramillies, in the Bremen's Übersee Hafen. On 8 May experts expect the number of diagnoses said Dr Paul Aisen, an Alzheimer’s Mediterranean Fleet. His training included his men found 'a D-type mine with to double or triple once the guidelines are researcher at the University of California. an air course in HMS Glorious and additional fittings'. Known as the 'Oyster', put in place. This also includes spinal tap “We now view dementia as a late stage in destroyer training in HMS Worcester. In it was pressure operated, with acoustic procedure, which researchers believe will the process.” September 1932 he joined the RN College, and magnetic units incorporated in its detect the disease up to 10 years before Researchers are optimistic that one day, Greenwich. Proximity to the attractions of detonation train. At about 6 pm next day dementia sets in. London, the company of young Adelaidians Gosse dived on the mine. Even with the people in their 50’s will have a simple test on 'grand tours', and a passion for sports cars aid of a waterproof torch, he could not The guidelines were put forward at an and then take drugs to halt the progression brought about his undoing. Having failed see the device in the mud and proceeded international conference in Hawaii this of the disease. the examination for lieutenant, he was sent to work by touch. He also had difficulty in week. An estimated 220,000 Australians suffer home and his appointment terminated on stabilising his buoyancy and had to secure Development of the guidelines, by panels from dementia. There is still no cure. 24 The Listening Post August 2010 Notices

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I took them to the religious section and after looking 57 Noises 151 Adam's wife 50 Espy 135 Grins for a couple of moments she pointed out three of them. “Can 61 Opposite 152 Bird ballplayers 51 Garden tool 137 Singly I look at that one, that one, and the one with the little man on 62 Be 154 In theory 52 Both 138 Second letter of the it?” 63 Hive dweller 156 Before, poetically 53 Wrath greek alphabet 64 Teaspoon (abbr.) 157 Canned 54 Northeast by east 139 Squashed circles “Oh,” I replied. “You mean Jesus?” 66 Bend in a shepherd's 159 Lumber 55 Particle 140 Floral leaf Readers Digest June 2010 staff 160 Advertisements 56 South southwest 142 Swampy areas 67 Hollers 162 Compass point 58 Negative 143 Fish tank growth A Sunday school teacher asked the children as they were on 68 Compass point 163 Type of mushroom 59 Pain unit 145 Chromosome their way into church, “And why is it necessary to be quiet in 70 Midwestern state 165 “Remember the __” 60 Heavens components Church?” One bright little girl replied, “Because people are 71 Ably 166 Time period 62 Sureness 146 Name sleeping.” 72 Snaky fish 167 Volume (abbr.) 65 Bankbooks 148 Strange 74 Goddess 168 Elver 69 Sun's name 149 Peak 76 Long-term memory 169 Crunchy 70 Possessive pronoun 150 Seaweed A woman was pregnant with twins. Shortly before they were 77 Sold at a discount 170 Mumble 73 Aphid 152 Aroma due, she was in an accident and went into a coma. Her husband 79 Pros 171 Compass point 75 Cook with fat 153 Cache was away on business, unable to be reached. While in the 82 French "yes" 172 Female sheep 76 Galloped 154 Island coma she gave birth, but the only person around to name then 84 Nigerian capital 173 Crafty 78 Land 155 Song by the Village was her brother. When she came to and discovered she had 86 Escudo 174 To incite 79 College football People given birth and her brother named the babies, she freaked out, 87 Selector conference (abbr.) 158 Flightless bird 91 Pro 80 Murmur 161 __ Jones Industrial Down as he wasn’t too bright. She asked him their names. “Well, the 92 Pot 81 Goof average 1 Jack first was a girl; I named her Denise,” he said. 93 Referee 83 Business abbr. 164 Ball 2 Outer's opposite The woman sighed with relief. Then he said, “The second 94 Reduced (abbr.) 85 Greenwich Time 3 Drag was a boy, so I called him Denephew.” From Readers Digest July 2010 26 The Listening Post August 2010 sudoku solution The United States Forces 1 Arrived with a Bang The control tower was only a small corrugated- iron cabin on an elevated stand with a small hut at its base. So it was no grand structure, but it was the only one we had. And you can imagine what a spectacularly embarrassing event it must have been for the Americans as their first aircraft managed to cause such havoc. Fortunately, what could have been a more tragic accident was limited to injury to just one man. The internet site, Military Aircraft Crashes in NSW in WWII, states that on 27 February 1942, a USAAF A recent donation to the Camden Museum of a set of photographs has revealed an amusing P-40E Kittyhawk crashed at Camden. The records show the cause of the crash as "Taking off after attempting story of an incident which occurred at the high speed landing" and the nature of the crash as Camden Airport during World War Two. I defy "Crashed into duty pilot - car & hangar". The type of you to read the article without a chuckle damage was described as "Engine may be salvaged". At the start of the War in 1939 the Camden Airfield was The Kittyhawks were apparently quite dangerous to 2 a privately owned facility of the Macarthur-Onslow fly. Of the 330 Kittyhawks delivered to the USAAF family. The story of the family offering the airfield to by March 1942, 140 had been wrecked in training the Commonwealth Government for its use during the accidents in Australia. For example the 49th Pursuit War and of the frustrations of attempting to recover it Group lost 30 Kittyhawks in NSW within two weeks after the war has been told elsewhere. of receiving their aircraft. A corporal in charge of a Once the government had it for Air Force use, it quickly refuelling crew in Queensland said “You won’t have expanded with both the RAAF and the British RAF any trouble finding your way to Darwin. Just follow training their people there. It became known as the the trail of crashed Kittyhawks, you can’t go wrong!” Central Flying School at Camden. By early 1942 it was in active use for a variety of uses and normal wartime security measures meant that the public did not always know what went on at the airfield. Approval had been given for the United States forces to also use the field. On 20 February 1942 the first American aeroplane was due to land at Camden and there would have been considerable interest amongst those who knew of this new development. The first aircraft approached the airfield. It was a US-made Curtiss P40E Kittyhawk CROSSWORD solution fighter of the United States Army Air Force (USAAF). 1K 2 I 3L 4T 5R 6O 7T 8O 9R 10E 11P 12T 13A 14A 15B 16B 17A As it made its landing something went badly awry and 18E N N U I 19A P R 20W I N 21I I I 22L O A T 23H it managed to hit and demolish the Camden Airfield 24R A N G E 25S T Y 26N O D 27C A R 28P A S S E 29A V E 30R 31A C I S 32T S 33S 34T O R I 35E S 36S E A control tower. It then careered on and hit one of the 37S E R 38F 39C A C T I 40I T A L Y 41S O A R hangars and a mobile petrol unit. The American 42E 43V I L 44P 45R 46A 47N K 48Y E 49L L pilot, Second Lieutenant James H Archercald was not 50S 51H 52A M E D 53I 54N S I G N I 55A 56S 57S O U 58N 59D 60S injured, but the duty pilot who was unlucky enough to I thank Elaine Webster of Barrack Heights for the 61 62 63 64 65 66 P O L A R A R E B E E T S P C R O O K be in the control tower at the time suffered three broken photos which came from her father’s wartime album of 67Y E L L S 68S E B 69S 70I O W A 71A P T L Y 72E E 73L S 74E O 75S 76L T M 77S 78A L E ribs and a fractured collar bone. In the resulting mess his time stationed at Camden. 79A 80C 81E S 82O U 83I 84L A 85G O S 86E S C 87D 88I 89A 90L it was hard to separate out the hangar from the plane. John Wrigley - The District Reporter 91F O R 92U R N 93U M P 94A B R 95O W E 96C O R 97P 98S A C 99U T T E 100R 101T O E 102C U L T 103O 104X E N 105U S E 106D O 107G 108O S 109L O 110O 111D 112D L Y 113C 114U S S 115D I 116R K 117U L 118C 119E 120R Head of Corps Royal Australian 121P A N E L 122E N E 123O 124A 125F 126S O S 127R E P L Y 128T H A M E 129S 130O S 131C I L L 132A T E 133F E M A L E 134I M P 135S 136A L B U M 137S O D A Engineers order of the Day 138B 139O 140S C 141A M 142M 143A N 144I 145G 146L O O 147N 148E 149C 150K 151E V E 152O R I O L E 153S 154I D E A L L 155Y 156E R E To Fellow Sappers, 157T A P 158E D 159L O G 160A 161D S 162N B E 163M 164O R E L 165A L A M O 166E R A 167V O L 168E E L 169C R I S P It is with much sadness that we learn of the untimely deaths of Sapper Darren Smith and Sapper 170S L U R 171S S E 172E W E 173S L Y 174A B E T Jacob Moerland during operations in Afghanistan this week. Another improvised explosive device has claimed further toll on our brave sappers in combat. Despite their years in service both Sappers were on their first operational deployment. They had trained for their roles and both Darren and Jacob understood the risk. They knew it would be their job to move in front of their combat team comrades, looking for signs of the improvised explosive devices that the Afghan insurgent has made his LAST POST weapon of choice. It is a risk that defines the courage of the Sapper and the nature of the role that our deployed engineers must master. Clearing a route in front of your mates requires special courage, teamwork and much skill using detection equipment and explosive detection dog together. This would have been Jacob and Darren with They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. Herbie, unsung heroes on a high threat task clearing the way for their team. I have Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn. At nothing but admiration for them and their fellow sappers that do this everyday in the going down of the sun, and in the morning. We Afghanistan. As a Sapper community we have a number of things that we must now ensure are will remember them. Lest we forget. undertaken. First and foremost we need to ensure that the families of both Darren Smith and Jacob Moerland are supported during this time of grief and sadness. I have always had a lot of faith in our Sapper family and the way we have supported our 5715509; Nelson, Eric – Kulin Navy families in time of need. Secondly, we will ensure that both Darren and Jacob are laid WX27810; Scotford, Ronald – Albany N2388175; Goodman, Michael – Boddington to rest in a manner befitting the sacrifice that they have made to their team mates, the 1452400; Selwood, H – Bullsbrook L/FX799270; Murray, Des – Mt Hawthorne Army and the Australian community. They are true heroes of this nation with a special WX41856; Poole, John – Osborne Park place in history. Army Lastly, we must learn what lessons there are to learn from this tragedy so that we can Air Force continue the task that both these young men valued and were committed to. Their WX22956; Balcombe, Alan – Bedford-Morley A57010; Bill, Ian – Nollamara families' statements show us that they believed in what they were doing and they 5/2032; Drew, Kingsley – City of Rockingham 46964; Fitzgerald, LJ – Bunbury inspired others. We must stay focused and as a team apply ourselves to the continuing WX29130; Fotheringham, Hugh – Kondinin 46415; Howie, Clive – Gosnells dangerous tasks ahead. NX39161; Heaven, WH – Central 85405; Smith, Morgan – Bunbury While Darren's and Jacob's task of leading the way for others has passed to their fellow 5411259; McIntyre, Donald – City of Mandurah W83222; Tuckfield, Ronald – Fremantle City sappers, they will not be forgotten in our Sapper family. WG BUDD, CSC Brigadier - Head of Corps - Royal Australian Engineers The Listening Post August 2010 27 A Brief Visit to Gallipoli By Lance Corporal Valentine None of our men got ashore there. we spent in looking around three days later at Lemnos Island. were now beginning to realise Henry Solomon No. 868 ‘G’ The harbour was full of warships Alexandria before being entrained Here we remained until 24 April. that we were tasting war, but had Company and transports. The ‘Sydney’ had for Cairo a hundred miles distant. The island is a beautiful place no time to think of what it meant. shortly before our arrival came We arrived at Cairo about 1am with a magnificent land locked I jumped into the water up to my 12th Battalion 3rd Brigade in with the men wounded in the next day where we were served harbour. We covered the whole waist. When we reached the shore Cocos Island action. with hot coffee and a biscuit. We of the island during our training. we were ordered to charge and 1st Division of the Australian then boarded trains and arrived There are a number of villages went inland like demons with Expeditionary Forces On board the troopship we were awakened at 6am and had to roll up at Mena at 3am. We found some scattered about. The population in bayonets fixed. The Turks were difficulty in finding our lines. No all is about 6000, mostly Greeks. running for all they were worth. I When War broke out I was and stow hammocks and blankets. one seemed to know where the The women work in the fields went for one with a bayonet but working at Portree Station near From 6.15am to 8am we had to fall 11th and 12th Battalions were, and spin wool. Boys and girls he was too fast for me. It was Port Hedland, Western Australia, in for roll call and physical drill; but we ultimately succeeded in shepherd the sheep. Everything is now quite light. We quickly got engaged in Woolclassing. On breakfast at 8am. We then had to reaching our destination. When very old fashioned and must have inland about 2 miles and then completing this job I travelled shave and get cleaned up for rifle marching from the train terminus remained in the same condition encountered the Turks in great down to Geraldton and, hearing parade at 10am. Musketry Drill kept us going until 12 o’clock. We to the Camp we saw the Pyramids for thousands of years. Wooden force. Our Company was sent out that Australia intended sending as a covering party while the main were then given from 12 o’clock for the first time. The moon was ploughs drawn by oxen are used forces to assist the Imperial just setting and in the fading light line was being dug in on the ridge until 2pm for dinner and a spell, in the fields and the windmills of Authorities, I immediately the Pyramids loomed up dark and olden days are much in evidence. behind us of which we were about after which we had either drill, volunteered. So, at the age of majestic mystifying the brain of During our stay we practiced 300 yards in advance. sports or addresses or lectures twenty, I was quickly enlisted the spectator with thoughts of the landing operations in the early from Officers. We were given tea About 3pm I was laying in a and sent to a Training Camp at countless ages that those oriental morning. about 5pm and were then free for cart track having occasional Blackboy Hill in September, statues stood for and the many the evening which we spent in On 24 April 1915, about 2pm, shots at the enemy when we 1914. scenes of victory and defeat, playing games, reading, concerts our Company were embarked on saw them advancing. The bullets On completion of five weeks abundance and famine, grandeur and other amusements. Mostly the transport ‘Suffolk’ when she were spluttering and shells were training we were embarked and poverty they had been the card games were played. sailed for Imoros Island where bursting all around. Presently a on a ship called the ‘Madic’ at silent witnesses of. we arrived at midnight. We were machine gun got to work and I We left Colombo still convoyed by Fremantle on 31 October 1914 We had barely got to sleep, as it off duty during that time and had heard it spraying its deadly lead and proceeded to Gage Roads Warships except the ‘Sydney’. An seemed then, we were aroused by instructions to get as much rest along our line finding its mark where we remained at anchor Indian Contingent also convoyed the reveille and gazed on a scene as possible. We knew we were here and there. I stopped one of until the morning of Monday by Warships passed us three days which was to be our daily outlook shortly to go into action and were the bullets which entered my 2 November 1914. About 4am after leaving Colombo. At Aden for 12 weary weeks to come. We very pleased at the prospect. At head behind the left ear coming we put out to sea and joined the we were hove to about 4 miles were kept at work until 12 o’clock midnight we were served with through my neck on the left side fleet on Tuesday morning about from the town for about 3 days. In when we were given leave until a hot meal of stew and potatoes and into the shoulder. I was also 11am. The Fleet consisted of 38 the Red Sea it was red hot. When 10pm. We all went off to make a before being transferred to a hit immediately afterwards in Troopships, convoyed by six passing through the Suez Canal closer inspection of the Pyramids. destroyer. The transport was in the right hand. I managed to get warships. It was a magnificent we saw the great preparations It took a half hour to reach them. darkness from sunset and the my equipment off and dropped sight. We fell into our position in the way of fortifications that We entered the largest Cheops in destroyer was likewise. On board everything. I faintly remember and proceeded uneventfully until were being made by the British which several Kings and Queens the destroyer we were very cold what happened afterwards. I off Cocos Island when we saw Troops assisted by the Indians in are supposed to be buried. After and we got as near the engine struggled into a disused Turkish the Australian Cruiser ‘Sydney’ anticipation of a Turkish attack. climbing up about 20 or 30 feet room as possible to keep warm. trench where the bullets were darting off towards Cocos in a The British and Indians cheered one enters the main Chamber We were in full marching order, still flying around. I must have North-Easterly direction. She us lustily as we passed through. which is about 15 feet square, our overcoats being in the packs become delirious as I remembered passed within half a mile of our We were anchored in Port Said and 8 feet high. Here natives take we carried on our shoulders. in a vague way staggering about Harbour for 1 day, and then went vessel coming from astern. This charge and guide you through the The destroyer towed a number of between firing lines. A comrade was in the morning, about 9am, outside where we remained for a corridors to two large chambers rowing boats in which we were to got hold of me and helped me and that evening the wireless week while the other boats went where the kings had been buried land. When the destroyer stopped to the dressing station where my message was posted up in our on to Alexandria to disembark. and exhumed in later years. We we could see the land ahead of us wound was dressed with the field troopship that the ‘Sydney’ had We had previously been informed climbed to the top of Cheops and we quickly slipped into the dressing. This was about dusk, engaged and sunk the ‘Emden’. when near Aden that we were to about 400 feet and obtained a boats and were towed by pinnaces 8pm, I should think. I was taken on There was great excitement on go to Mena Camp in Egypt for 6 splendid view of the Nile and its towards the shore. We had to pull a stretcher on board a pinnace and board at the news which was months training before going to delta on one side and the desert on the last few yards to the shore. I put on board a trawler hooked up eagerly discussed by the troops the Front, whether that would be the other. was on one of the oars. Before we to a hospital ship where we were in small groups until the sounding in France or elsewhere we did not After brigade and division reached the shore the bullets were taken on board next morning. of the last post at 9.30pm when know. training until 28 February 1915 flying around us as the enemy I remember little of my voyage we retired for the night. We We disembarked at Alexandria we embarked at Alexandria for an had apprised of our coming and home. arrived at Colombo on schedule in the early part of December. unknown destination. We sailed was giving us a warm reception. Valentine Henry Solomon: and remained there for two days. We had one hour’s leave which on 2 March 1915 and arrived Several in our bout were hit. We 1894 - 1960 Publication: Papers in Australian Maritime Affairs No. 17/Rhodes, Ian Desmond Laurie (1912-1967) RHODES, IAN DESMOND LAURIE (1912-1967), naval Turning this weapon against the attacking aeroplane, he shot it down in flames. Rhodes officer, was born on 19 August 1912 at Ongaonga, near was taken to Alexandria in HMS Kipling, his only possessions a pair of shorts and a Waipawa, New Zealand, younger son of Albert Victor borrowed cap. He won the Conspicuous Gallantry Medal, the highest decoration-next Laurie-Rhodes, a sheep-farmer from Victoria, and his New to the Victoria Cross-which could be awarded to naval ratings. No other Australian Zealand-born wife Agnes, née McKay. In 1920 the family sailor received this decoration in World War I or II. settled in Victoria. Ian was educated at Geelong Church Rhodes was commissioned on 22 January 1942 and promoted provisional lieutenant of England Grammar School where he did well in sport, in August. Joining the cruiser HMS Sheffield on 10 April, he served in the Atlantic especially Australian Rules football. He turned to farming and Arctic oceans, escorting convoys en route to Russia. In March 1943 he was before working as a salesman. On 1 April 1939 at Christ transferred to the cruiser HMAS Shropshire which was then being commissioned in Church, South Yarra, he married with Anglican rites June England. He remained with that ship until July 1944, winning favourable regard as a Phillips Allan, a dress designer; they were to have one child 'keen and capable' officer, 'well above average'. Back with the RN, he served in HMS before being divorced on 7 November 1947. Mount Stewart and on shore in Colombo. By the end of the war he was performing Using the surname Rhodes, he attempted to enlist in the shore duties in Port Moresby. Army, Navy and Air Force on the outbreak of World War II, but was rejected because Demobilised on 26 April 1946, Rhodes became a farmer at Labertouche, Victoria. On of a stomach ulcer. A sympathetic medical examiner cleared him on 17 September 27 November 1947 at the Collins Street Independent Church, Melbourne, he married 1940 to enter the Royal Australian Naval Volunteer Reserve as an ordinary seaman with Congregational forms Patricia May Worboys, née Huxtable, a divorcee. He under the British Admiralty's yachtsmen scheme. Immediately posted to Britain for joined the United Linen Co. Pty Ltd, importers and wholesalers of Irish Manchester, further training, he joined the destroyer HMS Kashmir on 1 April 1941 and in the and became a director. Survived by his wife, and by the son of his first marriage, he following month took part in the RN's attempt to prevent a German seaborne landing died of cirrhosis of the liver on 3 January 1967 in Fairfield Hospital and was cremated. on Crete. Mike Fogarty On 23 May Kashmir came under air attack while returning to Egypt to refuel. Hit Mike Fogarty, 'Rhodes, Ian Desmond Laurie (1912-1967)', in Australian Dictionary amidships by a bomb, she broke in two and began to sink rapidly. When a German of Biography, Vol. 16, Melbourne University Press, Melbourne, 1996, pp. 80-81, as bomber machine-gunned both the rear section of the ship and members of her crew modified for Papers in Australian Maritime Affairs, No. 17. The ADB biographies are who were struggling in the sea, Rhodes left the port Oerlikon gun (on which he was available online at www.adb.online.anu.edu.au the gunlayer) as the water rose around it and climbed to the nearby starboard gun. Submitted by: Commodore Bob Trotter OAM RAN (Ret'd) FIEAust 28 The Listening Post August 2010 Wartime Memories of HMAS Vendetta’s Malta Sojourn World War ll Malta Revisited By Gordon Hill ex-Supply Assistant - RAN The George Cross Island Assoc- gallantly take off each day to fight the Italian troop ships to Malta and screening ships of iation Reunion 2004 gave me the bombers. One of the navy planes was shot the covering cruisers and battleships. opportunity to revisit Malta. I knew down and the people named the remaining We once again entered Grand Harbour Malta three Faith, Hope and Charity. They gave a that if I put off visiting the Island on 11 October 1940 and proceeded to our good account of themselves and shot down old place in the graving dock and our tunnel again after 64 years it was doubtful or disabled a number of bombers before accommodation to complete our engine refit. I would ever do so. Visiting Grand they too met their fate. The plane christened Some German dive bombers had joined the Harbour, the Docks, the infamous Faith was not badly damaged and after the Italians and inflicted heavy damage on ships “Gut”, Valetta, Sliema, the country war was restored and is now in the museum in the harbour. The AA defence had been towns and villages evoked memories in Valetta. strengthened; now 4.5 AA guns, Bofors and of both happy and sad days of Malta Frantic efforts to supply the Island with multiple pom poms managed to shoot down at war. troops, supplies and equipment for the a number of bombers. The RAF had some army and air force through in spitfires and other aircraft and it looked less HMAS Vendetta and the four other destroyers the west and Alexandria in the east meant likely that Italy could take the Island. of the V and W Squadron from Australia Malta Grand Harbour was once again full One of our sailors had a portable gramophone were assigned to the 10th destroyer squadron of ships and a target for the bombers. On and a few records which he played in our of Admiral Cunningham’s Mediterranean one occasion one ammunition ship was on tunnel to entertain us. One record was fleet at Malta. We arrived in December 1939 fire and another was sunk by navy divers Gracie Fields singing Gounod’s Ave Maria. and were soon exercising at sea. The war attaching limpet mines to avoid it blowing The memory of the constant playing of that had not reached the ‘Med’ and, with the up. Even though some supply ships were record later evoked such strong emotions French fleet as allies, we sailed supreme sunk, navy divers recovered stores from in me that for many years I would become in Mare Nostrum, as the Romans called it. some sunken vessels. The harbour became profoundly upset when I heard it played. Two battle fleets were a magnificent sight a graveyard for a number of sailors, soldiers On 13 September the long expected Italian and we five little Australian destroyers were and dockyard workers unloading ships. invasion of Egypt from Libya began and proud to be a part of it; destroyer escort to On one occasion I was assigned to a working their forces occupied Sidi Barini. On 28 this mighty armada. party to load depth charges on to a truck and new look. The boilers had been cleaned and October the Italian army invaded Greece. We escorted convoys taking troops to take them to Ranella Wireless Station. This the work on the engine refit commenced. Vendetta, still in dock in Malta was like a Marseilles, exercised in the Atlantic and was the main WT station on the Island. On 10 June I left the ship and was walking greyhound straining at the leash to get the visited Gibraltar. On 5 March 1940 I had We set up the depth charges as demolition refit completed. We had missed a naval my 21st birthday in Marseilles, visiting the to the canteen to shower and spend the evening ashore when two army officers charges in a number of the tunnels that made battle before by being in dock. cabarets and dancing the night away. The up this vast underground complex. I don’t excitedly told me “the balloon has gone With the arrival of the Luftwaffe in French and British armies in the North think I was much help in handling 350 pound up” That expression took awhile to sink in Sicily only 60 miles from Malta bombing would defeat the Germans, Poland would depth charges I only weighed 8½ stone and but I soon realised that Italy had come into intensified. Life in the underground be liberated and the war would be over was sacked from a 6 inch guns crew at the the war. The immediate fear was an Italian shelters, with food and fuel running short in no time. How quickly things changed. training depot in Victoria because I could invasion by sea and air. people were getting desperate. No pets We evacuated troops from Marseilles to not lift a 112 pound shell off the deck and were allowed to be kept. Babies were born Palestine, the French fleet became our Italy had a menacing naval potential. Her place it in the loading tray. enemies and we returned to Malta. fleet boasted 5 battleships, 25 cruisers, 90 and people died in their air raid shelters. Soon after Italy came into the war an Italian We finally sailed from Grand Harbour on Vendetta was feeling her age after months at destroyers and nearly 100 submarines. passenger ship the El Nil was close to Sicily 10 November escorting the monitor HMS sea and it was decided to put her in dock at Admiral Cunningham decided to move the and trying to get to its home port when one Terror to Suda Bay, Crete which was being Malta for a refit. Grand Harbour was full of units of his fleet in Malta to Alexandria of our aircraft spotted it and made it heave set up as naval support base for the military ships; plenty of sailors went ashore enjoying leaving just a few destroyers and other to. Vendetta was duty boat for the day and reinforcement of Greece. themselves. One favourite place in Valetta small ships. Vendetta’s refit crew now even in dry dock had to provide a boat was “The Gut” a street full of bars. I had a became dockyard defence and we carried a Our last visit to Malta was when we escorted crew if required. We were given the job memorable evening with two shipmates and 0.303 rifle or (if lucky) a 0.45 revolver with a convoy from Alexandria arriving on 26 of providing a boarding party to take over two English swadies (soldiers) in a room us at all times to guard against a parachute November 1940. This was a particularly the passenger ship and I with others were over “Dirty Harry’s” bar. We sang and invasion. hazardous trip. Several troop and supply roused from our tunnel quarters, armed danced and one girl did the “dance of the Living in the NAAFI canteen was bad ships were sunk by submarines and and despatched by a fast patrol boat to seven veils”. One soldier had a magnificent enough we were now to be quartered in a bombers. There was to be no further attempt sea. We boarded the El Nil which was two voice and sang My Prayer and Indian tunnel alongside the ship in the graving to get supplies to Malta from both the east days sailing out of Malta. My job was to Summer, two songs I will never forget. dock. 50 men took their hammocks and laid and west Mediterranean for some time. The guard the engine room crew. Others took them on the damp tunnel floor and turned navy even resorted to delivering aviation The ship’s company was divided in two. over the wheel house, bridge and other in. Next morning we were covered by bites fuel to the RAF in Malta by submarine, One half went to live and work with the positions. The crew and passengers did not from fleas that infested the walls of the carried in four gallon tins. In harbour, our British army RA 4th Coast Regiment and the appear to resent our presence or resist. In tunnel. The only relief was to dive into the “gashman” was accused of selling our food other half, which I was unfortunate enough fact, that night when relieved of my watch harbour. That tunnel was our home for four scraps to people at the dockyard gate for a to be in, left to work on the ship during I slept comfortably in a cabin and next day weeks while we worked on the ship. penny a plate, instead of feeding them to his the day and to live in the NAAFI canteen. ate my meals in the dining room with the goats. Goats were the only supply of milk The canteen had facilities for showers and The bombing started early on 11 June. passengers. A real contrast from our flea as the Island land was too poor to support meals but we had to sleep on mess tables Valetta, the harbour and surrounding towns infested tunnel and NAFFI meals. or benches, which at the time we thought were bombed 80 times, sometimes up to grazing cattle. The milkman came to your nothing could be worse. eight air raids a day up to the time when The Italian Air Force decided to have an door or air raid shelter and milked the goats air raid just as we were entering harbour. into any container you had. In dock Vendetta had one set of torpedo we left on 8 July with the engine refit not Pandemonium broke out among the tubes removed and a high angle AA gun completed. The siege of Malta had begun. In April, 1942 HM King George Vl awarded passengers and crew. They tried to lower the fitted, a 0.5 multiple machine gun replaced Many people left their homes to live in the the George Cross to the Islanders of Malta life boats, and really panicked. Fortunately the small gun between the funnels, the catacombs, ancient tunnels and caves and and Gozo as a tribute to their gallantry. we had only a short distance to go to secure mainmast lowered and sundry other work to cut air raid shelters in the soft limestone The Siege went on and the people were at the ship alongside a wharf. When the air done by the dockyard workers. We carried cliffs. the point of giving up the struggle when in raid was over we managed to get everyone out general maintenance and cleaned up the The only air defence was four gloster August the Pedestal convoy, after the loss ashore and the army took them away as mess the dockyard workers invariably left gladiators left behind by the navy. The of many ships (including the aircraft carrier POWs. behind each day. The upper deck soon had a Maltese people watched these planes Eagle) got through from Gibraltar. The After several attempts to leave Malta with tanker “Ohio” made history by delivering a convoy, including our captured ship vital fuel, though badly damaged and the El Nil we finally dodged the lurking finally sinking at the wharf. While this was submarines and newly laid mines and considered the end of the siege, it was some proceeded to Alexandria which we reached time before other convoys got through to on 13 July 1940. Upon our departure from supply food to the starving people. Malta our CO Lt Cmdr Rhoades received HMAS Vendetta went on in 1941 to make a message from the Vice Admiral Malta a name for herself in other parts of the praising the work he and his crew had done Mediterranean, North Africa, Tobruk, in improving the Island's defences. The Greece and Crete. Malta was in the past. message spoke of the astonishing results produced by the Vendetta's crew who, in The feather bed in the Emirates Airways true Australian fashion, turned their hands hotel in Dubai on my return to Brisbane to everything. The El Nil was turned into was a vast contrast to a hammock on the dirt a hospital ship some time later. We spent floor of our tunnel dockside in Malta. Just a the next two months escorting convoys of part of history. The Listening Post August 2010 29 Wartime Memories of HMAS Vendetta’s Malta Sojourn World War ll Book Reviews By Gordon Hill ex-Supply Assistant - RAN Corvettes: Defending Australia in 36 DAYS Her Darkest Hour. - Hugh Dolan The defence of Australia in the Second The untold story of the ANZAC World War was a close run affair, and assault, 25th April 1915 today’s younger generation do not realise that many Perth houses had their The powerful new account of the build- own bomb shelters dug in to the garden up to the military campaign that shaped as a precaution against the coming our nation. Japanese bombings. It was only the Macmillan Australia / Trade Paperback last ditch efforts of the Allies and our Publication Date: 27 July, 2010 soldiers, sailors, air force, combined with a unified civilian effort, which ISBN: 9781405039857 / RRP $34.99 stopped the Japanese just short of the In 36 Days, author Hugh Dolan tells Australian mainland. the previously untold story of how Ted Delaney’s book (Corvettes: the ANZAC forces planned a precise, Defending Australia in her darkest complex and daunting seaborne assault on a heavily fortified shore. hour) is a great example of the courage light on the original ANZACs and endeavour that helped turn around For the first time Dolan has revealed the About the Author: the war and save Australia. After details of an amazing military exploit volunteering, this boy from Bassendean, which, until now, has been overshadowed Hugh Dolan is a Squadron Leader in as a young 17 year old, was placed in an 1943. Fortunately Ted didn’t swallow by the campaign that followed. the Australian Air Force, a life that he enclosed cattle truck and sent off by train the bits and carried on naval duties with enjoys and recommends to others. He is his plate taped together. Using sources gathered from archives currently researching the air battles over to the Eastern States for naval training. scattered across the globe, 36 Days pieces In January 1943 Ted was drafted to a Working in shallow waters around New Gallipoli at the Australian Defence Force together the few short weeks during Academy. new corvette, HMAS Gladstone, which Guinea required the ship’s crew to take which time the ANZAC forces planned became his home until March 1946. soundings. The shotput-like sounding the landing of 32,000 men on a foreign He has worked in minor headquarters’ Anti-submarine warfare was a key role ball weighed 14 lbs. As the crew and hostile shore. roles in Australia and overseas. His for the corvettes and they used ASDIC members discovered, when the ship military career started 15 years ago The landing was a triumph of the to track submerged submarines. What is changed course during a sounding it with enlistment in the British Army as a tactical abilities of the ANZAC forces, not well known is the amount of German didn’t pay to be in range of the swinging private. He served in Bosnia as a junior demonstrating their ingenuity and and Japanese submarine activity off lead ball. NCO and witnessed the importance flexibility in comparison to the disaster our coast, and during hostilities some This is not a history about the generals, of military intelligence in operation of the British landings further south. 37 allied ships were attacked. The admirals and prime ministers- this is the planning. Gladstone constantly sailed through real stuff of history. Time is passing and Written with extraordinary narrative He confesses that he initially joined the area where the Japanese submarine it is important to record authentically vigour, relying on exhaustive research the army after barely graduating with a I-177 had sunk the AHS Centaur. how the typical boys next door helped and a true insider’s knowledge of the master’s degree in history from Oxford A feature of this history is the personal save Australia in her darkest hour. Ted military world. University to pay overdue bills and to see bits of life that the big histories ignore. Delaney’s unpretentious and ethical This is the untold story that sheds a fresh how history is written. False teeth were a rite of passage for book does just that. This book will be a most young Australians in the war valuable resource in any library. years, and Ted’s false teeth met a grisly end in a rugby match at Milne Bay in Dr Neil MacNeill Vietnam War ‘Diggers’ There has been considerable interest in a the other is at the Army Headquarters in sculpture of two service men during the Canberra. Vietnam War that has necessitated an The original is now the Army Memorial explanation of the statutes origin. on ANZAC Parade, Canberra. The The sculpture was purchased by the RSL memorial was commissioned by the for $5,000 in 2009 and has been located Australian Government as a gift to the Thursday 11 November 2010 in the Board Room at ANZAC House Australian Army in 1988. All sculptures since. As a result of our very resourceful were created by Smith Sculptors in 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm ANZAC House Manager Mr Matthew Gidgegannup, who also created the Gallipoli Room Holyday, the sculpture was relocated to HMAS Sydney Memorial in Geraldton, the dining room for all to see and enjoy. WA, which was opened in 2001. ANZAC House The sculpture on display at ANZAC Menu House is one of two that were produced; Denis Connelly

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Address: ______Postcode: ______Name of Guest/s: ______RSVP: 22 October 2010 Please______fill in Ticket Application Form and post with your cheque or money order to: Poppy Day Luncheon PO Box 3023 PERTH Adelaide Terrace WA 6832 RSVP: 22 October 2010 Please fill in Ticket Application Form and post with your cheque or money order to: Poppy Day Luncheon PO Box 3023 PERTH Adelaide Terrace WA 6832 30 The Listening Post August 2010 Founding Reports from Cadets on the STS Leeuwin Dawesville RSL Sub Branch February 2010 President Honoured

Pictured from the right Ron Jones , Deputy President and Bart Maverick President of the Port Bouvard Sports and Recreaction Club [inc] Mr Norm Smith and Ron Golding ,President of the Dawsville RSL Sub - Branch. Cadets climbing the rigging Norm Smith is honoured in recognition climb to see the plaque at the very top. of his outstanding service as the I would like to thank the RSL for sponsoring my founding President of the Dawesville voyage on the STS Leeuwin as one of the winners of It was good to meet new people and to be put in a situation RSL Sub Branch a plaque is to be hung the RSL “Spirit of ANZAC” Award, during February where straight away you needed to work as a team otherwise the task at hand could not be completed. at the entrance to the Sub Branch. 2010. I would like to thank the RSL for giving me the opportunity This was my third voyage on the Leeuwin but I definitely Norm, in May 2002, saw the potential of for this amazing life experience. got more out of this voyage than the others. forming a Sub Branch of the RSL in the Kirsty Roberts 501 ACU Como Dawesville area, so with 12 ex servicemen Some of the best experiences I gained on this voyage were (including our club treasurer Mr Ron Lanigan) climbing the main mast while the ship was underway and formed a committee which is reflected in the taking charge at sail setting and handling as first mate on the I would like to thank the RSL for making it possible for me current membership nearing 100 members final day of the voyage. to participate in the STS Leeuwin voyage in February 2010. and affiliates. One again, thank you for sponsoring my voyage. Without your sponsorship, I would never have known about Finances were very tight early on for the Aidan Gallagher TS CANNING the great opportunity for young people to experience this committee, and members thought Norm had type of adventure. “lost his marbles” when he suggested getting The STS Leeuwin was an amazing experience that taught us I was very pleased to be aboard the ship and learned much involved with the Mandurah Forum Swap many things such as how to steer the ship, how to navigate more than I expected. I also made some great friends. Thank Meet in the form of “Sausage Sizzles”. It as well as which sails to move to turn the ship around. We you once again. wasn't long before it was up and running and also had to climb to the top of most of the sails as well as the Alex Torres 509 ACU the rest is history. The Dawesville Sub Branch continues on a rotation basis at the swap meet. Brigadier A T J Bell Norm, at a sprightly age of 86, thanked the Nashos WA Reunion 2010 membership and was encouraged at the OBE, MID constant growth of the Sub-Branch and the On 5 June Nashos WA had a get together at Gosnells upgraded facilities of the venue. WA which saw around 80 National Servicemen and their Norm has spent the majority of his life in the partners attend. Nth Dandulap (Whittakers Mill) Dwellingup, As the day proceeded new friendships grew and new members joined Erskine and Pinjarra, so is a fair dinkum local. the group. Nashos in attendance were from intakes starting in 1951 up The Sub Branch also extends an invition to to 1972. all ex-servicemen regardless of the conflicts The group formed with only 5 members in 2008 and now they have they were involved in, to drop by the Sub- 183 members, with half the members in other states around Australia. Branch which is at the Port Bouvard Sports The group will be meeting again at Ogdens in the Gosnells Hotel at and Recreation Club in Dawesville. midday on 4 December for their end of year reunion. Col and Denise Gibson Recipe English Toffee Cheesecake - 1/2 pack ANZAC 300g Biscuits - 100g butter, melted - 400g cream cheese, softened Brigadier A T J Bell OBE, MID, Engineer In - 300 ml cream Chief 1960 -63, passed away in Hollywood - 1 tsp vanilla essence Hospital Perth April 2010. The message below - 1 tbsp caramel topping is from his son John. - 2 tsp gelatine - 1 tbsp hot water SERVES: 5-8 Ding Bell was a fine man. He was a very good leader - 100g English fudge squares, of our Corps. He graduated from RMC IN 1933. PREPARATION TIME: melted 15 mins He served with KG V Bengal Sappers and Miners in - Cinnamon to serve India pre war and was OC 7 Fortress Coy, Adjt RAE 6 Div, Brigade Major 19 Inf Brigade Crete, OC 2/2 Fd 1. Place the ANZAC Biscuits into the work bowl of a food processor and Coy CRE I Corps Tps, CE BCOF, BCGS FARELF process until Biscuits resemble coarse crumbs. and Engineer in Chief . 2. Add the melted butter to the work bowl and process until well combined. He served in India, Middle East, South West Pacific 3. Press ANZAC Biscuit mixture into the base and sides of a 20cm Area, Japan, Singapore. spring-form tin (press mixture with a flat-based glass for best results). He was born in 1913. Refrigerate. He was active in ANZAC Day Melbourne for many 4. Beat the cream cheese, cream, vanilla and caramel topping until smooth. Dissolve the gelatine in the boiling water and pour into the years and since his move to Perth has been a prominent mixture and mix until well combined. personality in the Perth ANZAC Day march. 5. Pour the mixture over the prepared base and dollop the melted fudge ANZAC Day East Timor - 2010 He attended Waterloo Dinners until very recent years into the cheese cake mixture and swirl with a skewer. This is a wonderful photograph and symbolises and is a genuine character of the Corps. 6. Refrigerate for two hours until firm. the continuing closeness in all things, except Ding Bell is a man who has left his mark and done 7. Serve dusted with cinnamon in wedges with a little caramel or toffee rugby union, between the Kiwis and us. fine service for his Country and Corps. syrup. Mick Ryan Mick Ryan The Listening Post August 2010 31 Media Releases For More Information on any of these Army Iroquois Choppers 2010 Sir Edward Dunlop Medical F-111 Maintenance Workers media releases please visit http://www. Become National Treasures – 6 Research Appeal – 12 July Encouraged to Come Forward – dva.gov.au/news_archive/Pages/index. July The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and 13 July aspx Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Minister for Defence Personnel, Alan The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Griffin, launched the annual Sir Edward Minister for Defence Personnel, Alan Materiel and Science, announced, in 39 West Australian Students Dunlop Medical Research Foundation Griffin, called for all those involved in Win Defence Technical Townsville, that a squadron of Army Scholarships – 6 May 2010 Silver Jubilee fundraising appeal F-111 fuel tank maintenance between 1973 helicopters will soon be despatched to and called for Australia’s support. and 2000 to come forward to check their Alan Griffin, Minister for Veterans' towns across the nation. eligibility for compensation and health care. Affairs and Minister for Defence Defence Honours and Personnel, announced that 39 students For more information visit www.defence. Awards Tribunal inquiry into For more information visit http://f111.dva. from Western Australian feature amongst gov.au recognition of service with the gov.au or freecall 1800 555 323 Female Veterans Well Being the 760 recipients of the Defence Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels Commonwealth Monitoring Technical Scholarships 2010. Research Project remembered 65 years on – 9 Force - Rhodesia 1979-80 – 12 Government Calls July July Project title –The wellbeing of female For Submissions On The Parliamentary Secretary for Vietnam and contemporary veterans: An Pharmaceuticals Review – 7 The Australian Government has honoured Defence Support, Dr Mike Kelly, ethnography of military health personnel. 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