General Meeting called for Fri 28 April 2017
We'll hold a special GM to coincide with the April Happy Hour in Townsville in order to formalise the name change of the organisation to '1RAR Association Inc."
1 RAR Association Incorporated
News
Support to ex-ADF members reiterated by DVA Secretary Lewis
Accessing treatment is fast and simple – just call DVA on 133 254 or 1800 555 254 for regional callers, or email nlhc@dva.gov.au
Sat 04 Feb 2017
More Australian soldiers and veterans eligible for the MUC!
4 ID and 1st Cav Div have been awarded the Meritorious Unit Citation (MUC) for their time in Afghanistan at Kandahar Air Field (KAF). Therefore the 205th CAT and it's attachments including the FPE 1 and 2 platoons located at KAF are eligible to apply to wear the MUC.Â
Thu 02 Feb 2017
THE LAST EDITION OF FIRST POST WILL BE RELEASED IN MARCH/APRIL 2018!
A sad day but one that has been coming along with the digital age.
Mon 30 Jan 2017
New Membership Badge Roll Out
The Association Badge has been a big hit. Most have gone out, but some more are on back order. Mainly the Life Members are yet to get theirs. Out by ANZAC Day!
Sun 22 Jan 2017
Proposal for all Service Pers to be issued DVA card for better management - RAR Assn
A great initiative by RAR Association for the issue of a card by DVA to everyone who has served and a special Medicare Card that helps track veterans medical condition and other vital info to help. Comments required for support by 17 Feb 17.
Fri 20 Jan 2017
Charlie Lynn apparently nominating for NSW RSL President
Charlie Lynn has apparently put up his hand to be a candidate for NSW RSL president in a ballot to be conducted in May. OCS graduate and has over 20 years with NSW Legislative Council.
Fri 13 Jan 2017
Time for the RSL to get off its knees, by Charlie Lynn in Spectator
If ever there was an act of national moral cowardice it has been the RSL’s nil response to plans to cancel some Anzac Day commemorations this year over possible terrorist threats.
Fri 13 Jan 2017
The RSL Must Embrace Change or Die, by Kel Ryan in ADSO
Once Australia’s premier veterans’ advocacy organisation, the Returned and Services League is in rapid if not terminal decline.
Fri 13 Jan 2017
PTE Septimus Quintus is now Qualified Subject 1 CPL!
Attached is his certificate for proof.....
Wed 11 Jan 2017
Ambassador of Peace Medal for Korean Recipients - Presentation Brisbane Feb 17
Possible presentation of Ambassador of Peace Medal to Korean War Veterans and or their families in Brisbane in February. Seeking contacts and possible recipients. See emails....
Tue 10 Jan 2017
Scam is alive online claiming to represent DVA - Watch Out
Client Survey by DVA not to be confused with SCAM going around asking for details. Watch Out!
Sat 03 Dec 2016
First comprehensive picture of defence suicides to emerge
The most comprehensive picture of the incidence of suicide among defence personnel will be released on Wednesday, but mental health advocates are already calling for funding for better research.
Fri 02 Dec 2016
Ex-service suicide rate higher than norm
A new study has found 292 serving and former defence personnel took their own lives between 2001 and 2014, with the rate for ex-servicemen 13 per cent higher than for men across the Australian community.
Fri 02 Dec 2016
PTSD Stage Play
Vietnam Veterans stage play re PTSD seen throughout Victoria in 2016.
Fri 02 Dec 2016
A great night for last Happy Hour of the year
We had over 50 over the course of a few hours last night at the Seaview in Townsville and we farewelled CO and RSM. CO presented a framed print from Somalia to Jim Masters. A great night!
Sat 26 Nov 2016
RAR History Bibliography to foster and develop The Regiment's History
LTCOL Russ Linwood has been appointed RAR History Bibliography Registrar. His work to date has produced a very good bibliography of recorded writings, films, photographs, interviews etc relating to the RAR. He is after anyone who has more to let him know and he'll add it.
Thu 24 Nov 2016
HAPPY 68th BIRTHDAY – THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN REGIMENT
To all current and past serving men of The Regiment and their families, greetings on our Birthday: 68 years young!
Wed 23 Nov 2016