Navy Veterans Salute the ‘Forgotten War’ On Thursday 24th June at 10.30 am the N.A.A. (Naval Association of Australia Queensland) will highlight the service of members of the Royal Australia Navy in the Korean War. See the Naval Association of Australia Queensland Section’s Media Release.Media-Media-February-12Download A short ceremony is held at 10.30am on the last Thursday […]
FOLLOWING three years’ work with veterans, their families, ex-service organisations and the Departments of Defence and Veterans’ Affairs, a new sculpture will be placed on the grounds of the Australian War Memorial recognising the sufferings of war and service. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said the sculpture would provide a permanent place at the […]
TOMORROW on International Day of United Nations (UN) Peacekeepers, Australians are encouraged to recognise those who have contributed to global peacekeeping efforts. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said Australia had spent more than 70 years making a significant contribution to worldwide peacekeeping operations. “Australian men and women, often referred to […]