Calendar of Events

Bestselling non-fiction writer Peter FitzSimons introduces his latest book, The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop. The book tells the extraordinary story of this heroic doctor whose courage and leadership were a lifeline for thousands of Australian prisoners-of-war on the infamous Thai-Burma Railway of World War II. Venue is wheelchair accessible.

Remembering Australia’s Military Women In HERstory, artist Carla Edwards honours the women who have served in Australia’s military forces, past and present. What began in 2022 as a small portrait project on the NSW Central Coast has grown into a remarkable national undertaking. Travelling more than 120,000 kilometres across five states and one territory, Carla has […]

World War I is considered the first global war, fought on multiple continents. In 1914 Germany embarked on a number of battles and guerrilla actions across the territory of German East Africa that would continue for the duration of the war. An often-forgotten campaign, it was fought on limited resources with the aim of diverting […]

As the saying goes, “An army marches on its stomach.” Yet the essential contributions of those who cook, research, and serve food to hundreds of hungry troops often go unrecognised. Taste of Combat honours the vital work of the Catering Corps and unveils the fascinating science and innovation behind military meals. Step into the world […]

Join us for a compelling webinar revealing the race to locate and recover Australia’s missing service personnel from the Second World War. Eighty years after the war’s end, thousands of fallen Australians remain unaccounted for in the Asia–Pacific. In places like Papua New Guinea, extreme heat is rapidly degrading remains making recovery harder with each […]

Experience an unforgettable evening of music and reflection at the Shrine of Remembrance. Featuring the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Chorus and the Royal Australian Navy Band, this special twilight concert honours Remembrance Day through stirring performances of wartime classics and songs of reflection. Start your evening with a moving Last Post Service at 4.45pm, before the […]

TAKE NOTICE that a General Meeting of the Association will be held online at 5.00 pm on Tuesday 11th of November 2025. AGENDA Attendance Apologies Minutes of previous meeting President’s Report – LTCOL M Buckridge Secretary’s Report – SBLT S Lake Treasurer’s Report – SBLT S Lake Resolutions Elections: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Committee (up to 3) Other Appointments: […]

Join us this Remembrance Day as bestselling author Peter FitzSimons shares the extraordinary story of a doctor whose courage and leadership became a lifeline for thousands on the infamous Thai–Burma Railway. Young Australian surgeon Edward “Weary” Dunlop was commissioned as a captain in the Australian Army Medical Corps and later sent to Java. At a […]

Please join us to launch the publication of Code of Silence: How Australian Women Helped Win the War, featuring author Diana Thorp in conversation with Professor Clare Wright. Eighty years after the end of World War II, intriguing stories of the crucial contributions of women on the Australian home front are emerging. As war climbed […]

HMAS Goorangai Service   Learn more about HMAS Goorangai by clicking here.

You are cordially invited to attend the Annual Luncheon at Angliss Restaurant 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne at 12-00 pm for 12-30pmDress: Lounge Suit/Jacket and Tie (no medals or decorations) Ladies: Day Dress The cost of this function is $45 per person and includes pre-lunch drinks and table wines Book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings […]