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June 2007 Vol Registered by AUSTRALIA POST NO. PP607128/00001 THE June 2007 VOL. 30 no.3 The official journal of The ReTuRned & SeRviceS League of austraLia POSTAGE PAID SURFACE ListeningListening Branch incorporated • Po Box Y3023 Perth 6832 • established 1920 PostPostAUSTRALIA MAIL Darwin troops return home anZAC day celebrated around the world from Iraq Page 15 The first batch of 520 troops, mostly from Darwin’s Robertson Barracks, have returned home after serving with the Overwatch Battle Group (West) - Two (OBG(W)-2) has been based at the Ali Air Base, Tallil in the Dhi Qar province. OBG(W)-2 carried out more than 300 patrols across the 72,000 square kilometre area of operations. These patrols included providing hMaS Pararamatta security for reconstruction projects, meeting honoured with local leaders, convoy escorts as well as the training and mentoring of the Iraqi Security Page 10 Forces in Dhi Qar and the neighbouring Al Muthanna province. OBG(W)-2 Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Tony Rawlins praised the efforts of all members of the Battle Group. “Australian soldiers have again made an outstanding contribution to coalition efforts to strengthen the security situation in southern Iraq, and to improve the quality of life and future prospects for the local people. It has been an absolute indigenous participation honour to serve with these fantastic young programme cadet camp men and women who have been outstanding ambassadors for their country,” said Lieutenant Pages 14 Colonel Rawlins. 2 The Listening Post June 2007 $ * $ * 16354 DRIVE AWAY 31809 DRIVE AWAY Metallic paint (as depicted) $300 extra. 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DL 0811 The Listening Post June 2007 3 THE JUNE 2007 VOL. 30 no.2 Contents Page from the President’s Pen 4 annual continuous Training for Senior cadets 5 Listening Post end of veterans' counselling Service 5 farewell to fremantle class Patrol Boats 5 Publishers Menora gardens update 6 The Returned & Services League WA Branch Incorporated from the Bunker 7 ANZAC House 28 St Georges Tce PERTH WA 6000 The Bush Wireless 8 Telephone: (08) 9287 3799 STATE EXECUTIVE PO Box 3023, Perth Adelaide Tce, WA 2005-2008 Bersama Shield 2007 (BS07) 8 6832 identity of viet-nam Mias confirmed 9 Email: [email protected] Facsimile: (08) 9287 3732 State PresidenT Mr William Gaynor OAM RFD Website: www.rslwahq.org.au WA Country Callers: 1800 259 799 funeral of Lance corporal Richard Parker 9 State Vice PresidenT Editorial Staff Mr Graeme Sherriff hMaS adelaide assists to Save Life 10 Managing Editor: Len Copley State treasurer hMaS Parramatta honoured 10 Deputy Editor: Gary McHugh Mr Paul Rengel Editorial Co-Ordinator: Heather Anderson Ph: (08) 9287 3799 committee Lotterywest presentation at anZAC house 11 Sub-Editors: Olga Greig OAM, Ken Morrison AFSM CD. Mr Peter Blenkinsopp anZAC day 2007 12-13 Membership Enquiries: Kathryn Clark Ph: (08) 9287 3705 Monday to Thursday. Mr Len Copley Mr Laurie Fraser MBE Printer: Colour Press Mrs Olga Greig OAM indigenous cadet camp 14 Graphic Design: Type Express Mr Alan Gronow Mr Richard Carter Make a Wish foundation visit hMaS Stirling 14 Mr Ian Mulholland Mr Ken Parish anZAC day aelebrated around the World 15 Deadline for next edition: 13th July, 2007. Mr Arthur Rae Membership and Youth committee Report 16 for contributions to next edition Mr Mike Tonks Mr Ray Ward Reconstruction Task force Trade School 16 If possible, submissions should be typed and double-spaced. Preferred method of Mrs Donna Prytulak receiving submissions is via email. Photographs can be black and white or colour. trustees Special ops Task group farewelled 16 This is your journal and contributions are welcome. Mr Don Blair RFD ED Address to: Mr John Cox OAM JP Sub-Branch news 17 Mr Robert Mercer AM RFD ED The Managing Editor, The Listening Post Mr Wayne Tarr RFD ED Sailors visit Princess Margaret hospital 18 RSL, PO Box 3023 Perth Adelaide Terrace, WA 6832 Mr Duncan Warren AM RFD Email: [email protected] Macular degeneration - are you at risk? 18 state secretary Opinions expressed by contributors in articles and reproduced articles are the Mr Ian Griffiths from the horses Mouth 19 individual opinions of such contributors or the authors of such reproduced articles and are not necessarily those of the RSL. assistanT state Jo's foot notes 19 secretary admin Reproduction of articles (or extracts) contained in The Listening Post are Mr Denis Connelly off the Shelf - book review 20 welcomed, provided the source is acknowledged. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject, sub-edit and re-arrange material submitted for publication. assistanT state Secretary projects new Members / Last Post 21 Please direct all advertising enquiries to RSL Advertising 9381 7999. Mr Gary Sutherland OAM hMaS anZAC departs to Persian gulf 23 4 The Listening Post June 2007 Executive will become a feature of state successful initiatives. By sharing our branch operations. In late May, a visit expertise we are contributing to the was made to the Great Southern to meet welfare of the veteran community. From the members and provide a presentation of all modules of ‘A Hitch-hikers Guide to Book Launch Sub-branch Administration’. The forum was hosted by the Albany Sub-Branch For those with an interest in military President’s Pen with attendances by members from Mt history, Neville Browning has just completed a comprehensive re-write of point to the Budget being one which Congress will be opened on Saturday 30 Barker, Katanning and Denmark Sub- Appointment of CEO/ his first book on the history of 51st will go a long way to enhancing the June, 2007 by our National President Maj- Branches. In addition, it was pleasing to State Secretary Battalion. It is entitled For King and quality of life for members of the veteran Gen Bill Crews AO. Following the State welcome local members of the National Cobbers and was launched at RAAFA The State Executive is pleased to announce community. Presidents Annual Report RSL Awards Servicemen’s’ Association who showed Estate Bullcreek on Sunday 17th June, the permanent appointment of Mr Ian and Life Memberships will be presented. keen interest in the programme. The We must acknowledge the role of Griffiths as the WA Branch CEO/State This will be followed by presentations meeting also gave us opportunity to 2007. It is important we draw members our Minister for Veteran Affairs, the Secretary. Ian took up duties on 30th from the minister, shadow minister discuss a range of issues including veteran attention to such historical research Hon Bruce Billson in influencing the April, 2007 after a long and distinguished and state politicians. In the afternoon affairs matters, welfare, membership initiatives as they form a vital link with government to address veteran issues. career in the RAAF. He brings with him there will be the business sessions and and RSL aged care initiatives in country past military campaigns fought by West For far too long our previous Ministers a wealth of administrative experience a presentation by Drug Free Australia. areas. Following the Albany visit the Australians during the Great War of have not had success in obtaining funding and good connection with the veteran The Wreath Laying Service at the State homeward journey took the party to Lake 1914 – 1918. Should you require more and it is refreshing to see a break through community. Part of his duties will be to War Memorial will conclude the Saturday Grace where a refurbished Charter was information on this matter, please contact by a determined Minister in fighting have a strong presence in sub-branches sessions. presented to the sub-branch.The warmth ANZAC House. and to promote the League in as many for recognition of veterans through the of the welcome and the enthusiasm ways possible to younger veterans. I Repatriation system Saturday Evening will be the congress with which we were received reflected ANZAC Small Grants dinner at ANZAC House. We hope for hope you will take the time to touch base There are, of course, many other items a dedicated group of RSL supporters Scheme a good attendance of congress delegates with Ian and make him welcome at your yet to be addressed and it is hoped that who were determined to keep an RSL and their guests at this important The first round of Grants to sub-branch meetings.
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