Since its inception in 1917, the RSL Home Hill Sub Branch has been an integral part of the town’s ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day services while providing assistance and social connection to local ex-service men and women.
The Sub Branch has had its ups and downs throughout its 106 year history but regular meetings, held on the first Monday of the month at the Crown Hotel from 10:15am, have kept current members and the community engaged.
“Monthly meetings have only recently started which is good because you get other community people here to discuss issues,” said Secretary Allan Petersen.
“We try to do all of our commemorative services the best we can, and I think we do a pretty good job considering we’ve only got a very small number of workers.”
The RSL Home Hill Sub Branch is hosting its Remembrance Day Service this Saturday, November 11 at Burdekin Memorial Hall from 10:30am.
“It’s an opportunity to reflect on World Wars I and II and what the diggers sacrificed for our country’s way of life today,” said President Richard Kelly.
“Everyone should think about the old diggers, especially from here, there was a lot of people from this area who couldn’t get in quick enough to sign up.”
“Remembrance Day is something that I do believe we need to recognise the volunteer commitment that went into whatever was done across the warzones,” added Mr Petersen.
“It’s not only for those who lost their lives and made the ultimate sacrifice through their service, but so many people came home who suffered physically and mentally.”
The service will be another opportunity for the Sub Branch to continue its collaboration with local schools, a point of pride for its members.
“We get out amongst the people and the school kids, and they really enjoy themselves,” said Mr Kelly.
The Sub Branch is dedicated to the support and welfare of local veterans and families and is always looking for new members.
Contact Mr Petersen on 0497 828 983 or Mr Kelly on 0418 984 754 for more information.
WHAT: RSL Home Hill Sub Branch Remembrance Day Service
WHEN: Saturday, November 11 from 10:30am
WHERE: Burdekin Memorial Hall, Home Hill
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