SITREP 3rd CAVALRY REGIMENT (VIETNAM) ASSOCIATION. Inc in NSW Patron: Colonel R.E.Hagerty, AM. (Ret'd) Editor: Dallas Burrage, P.O.Box 84 , Toormina. NSW 2452 Phone: 02 6658 7339, 0407002432 Email: 3rdcav@nor.com.au Association Website: http://3cav.asn.au

VIETNAM HONOUR ROLL

ISSUE NUMBER 105, DECEMBER 2017

IN THIS ISSUE: Coral/Balmoral Commemoration, May, 2018, Canberra. A Commemoration of

the Battles that took place at FSB Coral/Balmoral will be held in Canberra next year. Inside this issue is a request for any persons attending to reply to me. I also want all to contact the following persons who are not members of the Association, and have them contact me if they wish to go to the Service, luncheon etc. to be able to gain a ticket for entry. The list of names are: People who are not identifiable by me for

addresses etc are:

Malcolm ALLSOPP, Norman ALMOND, Paul ATKINSON, Edward BALL, John BARKLE, Brian

COX, John DAVIDSON, Patrick EATON, Robert ENGLISH, Richard FRASER, Daryl GARVEY,

Dennis GROVE, Dennis HOGG, Robert HUNTER, John LOCKIE, Neil MADDEN, Douglas

McARTHUR, Geoffrey INNES, Bernard McNAMARA, Casimir MICHALEK, Robert MOSS, David

PADOVAN, Robert PELL, Derek PHILLIPS, John PICTON, Keith REYNOLDS, Robert RUSSELL,

Albert RYAN, Dennis SELLWOOD, David SHANGIE, Derrick WILLIAMS.

Sawtell Reunion 2018. A full timetable, accommodation guide, costs of events are included in this issue. PLEASE, PLEASE, if you send any money via EFT, ALSO MAKE SURE you send the booking sheet included in this issue, so that I can identify who wants what...My Thanks. P.S: A Reunion polo shirt will be offered in the March edition.

CPL BOARDMAN K J Ken KIA 12:06:1971 SGT LUFF N F Neville DOI 28:12:1971

CFN BORLACE D G Doug KIA 15:07:1968 L/CPL McCARTHY J N John KIA 12:06:1971

TPR CARLYLE H Hugh KIA 18:02:1970 CPL MALONE P A Peter KIA 18:01:1969

TPR CASEY A L Bert KIA 22:10:1969 L/CPL MITCHINSON K L Kevin KIA 21:02:1967

CPL CLEMENTS P E Peter DOW 27:08:1966 TPR POMROY V I Victor KIA 17:02:1967

L/CPL DEWAR K I Keith KIA 24:06:1969 TPR TOGNOLINI M P Michael DOW 20:04:1970

TPR DOYLE D G David AD 31:07:1970 TPR VOYZEY D J Doug KIA 14:12:1969

TPR FRENCH V A Viv KIA 08:12:1969 L/CPL WHISTON B J Barry KIA 18:02:1970

TPR GILLARD R J Robert KIA 02:08:1968 TPR WILSEN R P Robert KIA 21:02:1967

TPR HOLLAND T Tony AD 07:07:1966 TPR YOUNG R G Bob KIA 24:06:1969

LEST WE FORGET

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TRACK TALK

LAST POST Graeme James Hodgman SMITH, (70) 13.11.2017 William Russell BENNETT,

(88),28.11.2017

Does anyone know who this is?? All we know is that his name is "Bob", he served in 2 Troop in 68-70, and was in 21Alpha. A lot of slides have been donated to the RAAC Assn, NSW, but they have no other reference as to who he is. Contact Mike Butler on mikebutler181@optusnet.com.au if you can assist. Thanks.

Subject: FW: Bruce Acutt In 1997 Bruce Acutt a local Rockhampton Psychologist made a parcel of land available for Veterans to use to Chill out away from society, but only 20 minutes from the nearest town. The name of this place was Cockscomb Veterans Bush Retreat. ttp://veteranretreat.tripod.com/ Over the years Bruce saw many Veterans and their families professionally as a Psychologist. Bruce bequeathed 1.01 Hectares of land to the Veteran community when his marriage broke up. He continued at a Patron, however he died in Brisbane on Wednesday 25th October and his funeral will be on Friday 3rd November at 2pm at the Crematorium I Richardson Road. He will be greatly missed by the Veteran Community Nick Quigley OAM Subject: Lesters Our Melbourne house is sold . Our contact address and phone is the the NZ one after

18 th Nov. Email address remains unchanged also. Packers do their thing on 13th, and the car goes on 14th . We RTNZ on 18th Nov. Happy for you to include the above info in the next newsletter. Other news is that Phil Lawrence made a trip to Vic to photograph some of us "lastout". Phil, Geoff Warden, Peter Fischer and myself all met at Peter's . Great to catch up. Kind regards to you both ..Dave Hello Dallas A short note Ulmarra Anzac Day 2018, Geoff Lenz is the president, the following are going Padre, Crisp, Durkin ,Keiley ,Ogrodnicek and Townsend , staying in the pub 24 and 25 April head home lunch time 26 April.Anyone else interested they have some rooms Regards Jeff Townsend From: Lekatis, Socrates WO2 UNCLASSIFIED G'day Dallas, Hope everything is going well for the 2018 Reunion and you’re getting better. As you know the Sqn is back on line. It has been rerolled into the SPT SQN SOARMD and is now supporting the School. It’s not an operational unit, but the hat badge and heritage is still alive and our stories are being told. I have re-established the Museum in the old School of Armour HQ, so guys can drop in to have a walk around. The School RSM is how the POC to vet any SQN taskings.

Regards Socrates “Soc” Lekatis Warrant Officer Class Two Standards Warrant Officer School of Armour Hopkins Barracks / Puckapunyal Vic 3662

SAWTELL REUNION 2018

SATURDAY 2nd June to Tuesday 5th June, 2018 The Sawtell Reunion, 2018 will be held from Saturday 2nd June through to, and including Tuesday 5th June. For the most part, activities will centre around the Sawtell RSL Club, located right in the heart of the Sawtell village in First Avenue. You can't miss the big multi storey club building. The Pacific ocean surf is a mere 100 metres from it.

Saturday will see the Meet, Greet and Registration take place in the Club in the downstairs area of the Norm Rowland Lounge. Full Club facilities will be available to all attendees.

The Club Bistro operates 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. The coffee Shop is open from the time of opening of the Club until late at night, and light snacks, drinks, desserts etc can be also obtained from there at any time of the Club opening hours. Most accommodation is just a short walk to the Club and the shopping area in First Ave. Besides the Club, there are numerous coffee shops, restaurants, fast food outlets and bars, with the Sawtell Hotel opposite the Club premises. The Sawtell Bowling Club is approx. 200 metres from the Club, and visitors are always made welcome. Sawtell Golf Club is also close by for those who wish to play a round of golf. The energetic can easily walk there, about 700 metres distant to the Club.

Sunday commences at 11am with a march up the main street, First Ave., and around the Club to the Lyle Rose RSL Memorial Park for a Service of Commemoration. This is followed by a luncheon in the upstairs dining and covered verandah area of the Club.

Monday an optional trip by coach is offered , travelling into the Coffs Coast hinterland, visiting Bellingen, and then climbing up onto the plateau to Dorrigo through the ancient Dorrigo Gondwana National Heritage park, passing two waterfalls and visiting the National Parks and Wildlife sky walk, Dangar Falls, Griffins lookout and lunching at the Dorrigo RSL Golf Club. Morning tea will also be provided during the trip.

Tuesday, a General Meeting of the Association will be held in the Norm Rowland lounge area of the Club, commencing at 10.15am.

In the evening, in the upstairs Princess Room auditorium, the famous Seafood/Carvery Smorgasbord of the Club will be on. This Smorgasbord is the only one on the Mid North Coast where you can eat all the fresh prawns, oysters (natural, kilpatrick), fish pieces, bites etc that you can manage, along with traditional roasts, veges, salads and a huge dessert bar to choose from, as well as tea/coffee etc. This smorgasbord is a signature dish of the North Coast, and great value. Entertainment will be provided. The night is strictly informal.

A Registration/Booking and Payment form is included in this issue. Electronic transfer of funds is available to our Association Account, HOWEVER, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU ALSO RETURN THE BOOKING SHEET TO ME AT THE ADDRESS GIVEN, TO ENABLE ME TO ACCURATELY BOOK YOU IN AND MATCH YOU TO YOUR FUNDS TRANSFER. ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL.!! Already in other funds transfer transactions, I have encountered bank hiccups which have been "untraceable" (according to them.)...Looking forward to seeing you.

SAWTELL REUNION 2018

SATURDAY 2nd June to Tuesday 5th June, 2018

SAWTELL REUNION 2018 - ACCOMMODATION GUIDE.

Sawtell is situated 7 kms south of Coffs Harbour, and enjoys the most temperate climate within Australia (according to the CSIRO.) Winters are relatively warm and dry, with day time temperatures ranging in the 20's and 9 to 14 overnight.

Direct flights from Melbourne , Sydney and Brisbane connect Coffs Harbour , vide Qantaslink, Virgin, Tiger and Corporate Air.

SAWTELL ACCOMMODATION:

BOAMBEE BAY RESORT, Barber Close, Sawtell. Five star resort, units sleep 6, full resort facilities available, own kitchen in Unit. Ph: 02 66532700 for reservations.

SAWTELL MOTOR INN. 57 Boronia Street, Sawtell. Four star motor inn. Modern two storey building, kitchenettes, balconies etc.pool, spa, foxtel. ph: 02 66589872. (Mention Cavalry Reunion for discount)

THE COASTERS MOTEL, 77 First Ave., Sawtell. Motel style accommodation, pool. ph: 02 66531541 (www.coastersmotel.com.au)

SAWTELL HOTEL, 1st Ave., Sawtell. Typical hotel, budget accommodation. ph:02 66531213.

SAWTELL BEACH SHACKS. 4th Ave., Sawtell. Newly constructed holiday lettings. Two with 2 bedrooms, sleep 4 comfortably. Kitchens etc. ph: 0432477701 or 0428533163

Being a seaside resort town, Sawtell also has multiple listings of holiday accommodation ranging from small flats to houses, units, air BNB etc. All of these are covered under two main Letting Agents within Sawtell:

McGRATH. Office located at 1/57 First Ave., Sawtell phone 02 66581577

NOLANS. Office located 9 First Ave., Sawtell. phone 02 66500655

SAWTELL BEACH HOLIDAY PARK. 5 Lyons Road, Sawtell. The park has set aside premium powered and unpowered sites in a collective area nearest the surf and beach walkways, as well as grouping cabins of varying price ranges. A deposit for the first night will be asked for when booking. MENTION CAVALRY REUNION FOR DISCOUNT. ph 02 66484485

** NOTE: All accommodation within EASY WALKING DISTANCE of SAWTELL RSL CLUB, with the exception of Boambee Bay Resort, a 20 minute walk on concrete pathway.

FOR ALL OTHER ACCOMMODATION IN COFFS HARBOUR, PHONE PACIFIC PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ON 02 66521466. This company holds the key to most all accommodation within Coffs Harbour. Note that Coffs Harbour is a 20 minute drive to Sawtell at the best of times. MENTION CAVALRY REUNION TO THEM for possible discount.

SAWTELL REUNION 2018

SATURDAY 2nd June to Tuesday 5th June, 2018

DATE FUNCTION LOCATION COST PER PERSON

NUMBER ATTENDING

TOTAL COST

SATURDAY, 2nd JUNE, 2018 1PM TO 5.30PM

MEET, GREET AND REGISTRATION

NORM ROWLAND LOUNGE AREA,SAWTELL RSL CLUB

NIL

NIL

SUNDAY, 3RD JUNE, 2018 11AM TO 3PM

STREET MARCH, COMMEMORATION SERVICE, LUNCHEON IN SAWTELL RSL CLUB

MARCH ALONG FIRST AVE, TO LYLE ROSE RSL MEMORIAL PARK (AT REAR OF SAWTELL RSL CLUB)

$40.00

MONDAY 4TH JUNE, 2018 9AM TO 4.30PM

COACH TRIP TO HINTERLAND, BELLINGEN, DORRIGO & M/TEA, LUNCHEON

$70.00

TUESDAY 5TH JUNE, 2018. 6PM TILL LATE

SEAFOOD CARVERY SMORGASBORD, DINING ROOM SAWTELL RSL CLUB (INFORMAL)

UPSTAIRS DINING AREA SAWTELL RSL CLUB

$40.00

TOTAL COSTS:

**NOTE: ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEETING TO BE HELD IN NORM ROWLAND LOUNGE AREA, SAWTELL RSL CLUB, TUESDAY MORNING, 10.15AM.

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SAWTELL REUNION ATTENDEES

ALEXANDER Bill, Val

ASQUITH Rob, Kaz

BAKER, Brian, Nola

BAKER, Kerry, Pamela BAKER - WELCH

BANDY, Gary

BARNES, Peter

BATTEN, Rob, Val

BEASLEY, Robert, Caroline

BEAUCHAMP, Peter,Betty

BOWMAN, Greg, Jan

BUCKINGHAM, Alan, Heather

BURRAGE, Dallas, Charlie

BURRAGE, Bob, Roslyn

BURRAGE, Amy, Flynn

BURNS, Alan

CAMERON Jim, Chris

CAMERON, Steve

CASWELL, Bill, Diane

CATERALL John, Gay ROSE

CHEYNE, Clint

CRISP, Danny

DeVERE, Ray, Marie

DORE Peter, Lynne

DUNSTAN, Les

DURKIN, Richard

ELFVERSON, Chris, Claire

EBZERY Ross, Julie

EYLES, Ocka, Zena

FARRAND, Slim, Dianne

FERGUSON Peter, Trish

FLOOD John, Gyl

FLOWER, Max

FRISKEN, Erik

FRYER, Tony, Nora

HAGERTY, Bob, Jan

HANDLEY, Dan, Cheryl

HARRIS, Rex, Meredith

HARRY, Geoff, Judee

HOCKING, David

HOLLINDALE, Neil, Sue

HOLLIS, Ray, Kath

HUGGINS, Paul, Sheena

INGRAM Geoff, Hortense

JUDD, Vern, Marion MURRAY

KENNEDY, Robert, Sue

LENZ, Geoff

LOWRY Doug, Caroline

LYONS, Peter, Diane

MacKENZIE, Bob, Michelle

MACKLEY, Roger, Cathy

MANNING, Paul,Jo

MATHIESON, Ian, Maria

McCOLL, Dick, Lynley

McLEAN, Roo Dog

MELLETT, Graeme, Jenny

MURPHY, Andrew,Julie

NICHOLS, Phil, Elaine

NEVE, Brian, Marilyn

NORSGARD, Alan

OGRODNICZEK, Wally

OLSSON, Bob

O'NEILL, Gerard

ORTLIPP Kevin, Julie

PAKES, David

PEAKE, Greg,Judith

PEPPER, John, Julie

PHILIP, Kel, Hanna

PICKERING, John, Helen

PIPER, Ray, Valerie

POWER, Peter, Leone

ROBERTS Brian, Sue

ROBINSON, Peter, Roslyn

RONAN, Ron

SCHELLHORN, Jerry, Kay

SMITH, Dennis, Jan

SMITH, Greg, Jan

STARKEY, Len, Sylvia, Angus

TAYLOR, Peter

THOMPSON, Kim

THOMPSON, Michael

TINGLEY, Roger, Pauline

TINSON Zac, Jacqui

TOWNSEND, Jeff

TURNER, Andy, Anje

VANDER George, Thelma

VAPP, Garry/Dianne BRIDGES

VENEMA Fred, Tess

WAGNER Ken, Jennifer

WEIR, Nick

WILTON, Peter

WESSELL, Ron

WINKLER, Ross, Elizabeth

WOOD, George

ANNUAL SERVICE OF COMMEMORATION AND REFLECTION UPON PASSED MEMBERS, TONGALA ON TUESDAY 24th OCTOBER.

Our 7th Annual Service of Commemoration of the Fallen, and the Reflection on the lives of members Passed this last twelve months, was held in sunny mild conditions at Tongala on Tuesday 24th October.

This year marked the 100th anniversary of the Charge at Beersheba, and it also marked a turning point in the Service as well; the children of the two Tongala Primary schools conducting the entire ceremony. To say the least, they were magnificent, and the Service was thoroughly enjoyed by all present. The Schools have committed to carrying out the Service in the coming years ahead, with only minimal input from myself or other members. A slightly larger number of veterans and wives attended this year, and I have noticed that the numbers slowly increase each year. This year we had 65 catered for the light luncheon at the Tongala RSL hall, up from about 50 last year. It was a good time to gather together, have a chat, renew acquaintances and meet our guests.

Our Patron, Bob HAGERTY took ill just before the Service, and was unable to attend. We wish him well, and look forward to a speedy recovery for him in these coming months. Apologies were also received from Mr Damian DRUM, MP, Federal Member, and Mr John GEARY, Deputy Commissioner for DVA (Victoria). Our distinguished guests this year were: Councillor Neil PANKHURST, representing the Mayor of the Campaspe Shire, Major Greg HOOPER, SO2 to the HOC, Armour, (and also representing the OC of the 3rd/4th Cavalry Regiment), Major Perri HOBBS, representing the HOC of the Corps of RAEME, Captain Lachlan POPPINS, 2 i/c

of A Squadron, 4th/19th POWLH Regiment, Mr Peter WALSH, MP, Member for Murray Plains, Mr John BENTLEY, Tongala RSL President, and the Reverend John TINKLER. Reverend John is also a Vietnam veteran and operates out of nearby Moama.

During the Reflection, the following passed members were remembered and the names read out, followed by a minute’s silence, and the sounding of the Last Post:

Eric John (Blue) COLLINS,(73), Clive Montague BICKNELL, (68) , William Clarence (Bill) WALDECK, (78) , Christopher David (Chris) DONOVAN, (78), Alan Boyce (Casper) MUIR, (67) , John Frederick CROSSMAN, (74) and Peter Francis James LAIDLAW (72).

Gerard O'Neill, Ron Ronan enjoy lunch

Les Dunstan listens attentively

Wreaths were laid by each of our Guests, followed by the bugler who sounded the Last Post and Reveille.

During this past 12 months, a few more "items" have been added to the inventory of the APC on site, namely water bottle and smoke grenades, to enhance the authenticity of the vehicle as it would have been whilst deployed. A set of antennae are being made locally to permanently display on the Carrier throughout the year, which can be quickly detached and replaced by the originals at any time of choosing. It is only on the day of the Service, that the Carrier is displayed with all its accoutrements, as they would be quickly "removed"

by others if left there permanently .At the least, we could have antennae attached to enhance the Carrier all the time.

I also had the Echuca/Moama camera Club members attend the Memorial site whilst I was down there, in order that they could take some more professional type photos of the Memorial, now linked with the Light Horse Memorial, and additionally the

Carrier adjacent to our Memorial.

When these become available, I will let everyone know, and you will be able to gain a free copy of any one of them. More on that later.

RESOLUTE SHIELD HANDOVER

At the completion of the Commemoration Service, I was also able to hand over the perpetual "Resolute Shield" to each of the school's teachers. These shields will form part of their schools Annual Prize giving night/afternoon, and will be awarded for "Good

Vern Judd entertains Peter Dore

Distinguished Guests, Major Perri Hobbs, Captain Lachlan Poppins and Major Greg Hooper.

Citizenship". The winner will have their name engraved on the shield,(each shield has room for 40 years) and be awarded a small silver cup with black base with their name engraved on it to take home. The funding behind this project was obtained by Nick Weir from anonymous donors, as was the location of the appropriate company to supply the Shields carried out by Nick as well. I sincerely thank Nick for all his hard work on this idea, which has been a big hit with the schools themselves. I also wish to thank those anonymous donors as well, as the schools throw a lot of effort into our projects and Service down there each year, and this has been a solid donation that cements a permanent relationship, not only with our Memorial, but also our Association.

L TO R: St.Patricks teacher Brady, along with Tongala State Primary teacher, Rod, proudly display the Resolute Shields at the completion of our Service. These are the teachers who put so much

effort into the children for them to participate and conduct our Service.

The evening was then spent in the Tongala Hotel/Motel bistro by all attendees before dispersing the following day. I look forward to next years Service again, with the children now running the event, and at such a high standard of which we should be proud...Editor.

FSB CORAL - BALMORAL BATTLES 50TH COMMEMORATION - CANBERRA

13TH MAY 2018.

A Commemoration of the battles occurring at FSBs Coral and Balmoral will be held in Canberra on the 13th May next year. All veterans of those battles are invited to attend and be part of those Commemorations. Next of Kin of veterans since Passed Away are also invited. The schedule is as follows:

Situation: - Service at the Vietnam Memorial 1030hrs

Execution: - Parade 1030hrs. Followed by Luncheon by DVA.(various venues) Last Post at the Memorial 1700hrs.(Venue for luncheon to be advised)

Admin:- ATTENDANCE LIMITED TO VETERAN AND ONE GUEST

I have been tasked, on behalf of our Association, to collate the list of names and addresses of those who may wish to attend , in order that you gain your ticket to the luncheon(s). Remember : NO TICKET - NO ENTRY.

I have identified as many as possible through the Association data base, however, there are many more of the veterans of those battles, who are NOT members of the Association. In this regard, I am asking each and every one of you to contact your mates if you think they were there, and make them aware of the requirement to register with me in order to gain a ticket to the luncheon etc. Elsewhere in this issue, I have published the list of personnel who I am unable to contact through this Association or the receipt of this newsletter. Have a look at it, and ring them if you know where they are.

I REQUIRE YOU TO FILL IN THE ATTACHED FORM BELOW, AND RETURN IT TO ME BY THE 30TH DECEMBER AT THE VERY LATEST. YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT ME ON EMAIL 3rdcav@nor.com.au, AND ADVISE ME OF YOUR INTENTION TO ATTEND.

CORAL - BALMORAL 50 YEAR COMMEMORATION SERVICE - CANBERRA, 13TH MAY 2018

I wish to attend the event and get a ticket:

NAME:............................................................................................................................

ONE GUEST:...................................................................................................................

ADDRESS:.......................................................................................................................

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CONTACT PHONE NUMBER:..........................................................................................

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RETURN TO: POST OFFICE BOX 84, TOORMINA, NSW 2452. BY 30TH DECEMBER,2017.

OR VIA EMAIL TO 3rdcav@nor.com.au.

BEERSHEBA STATUE UNVEILED AT MUSWELLBROOK 31st OCTOBER, 2017

A number of Cavalry members assembled at Muswellbrook in the upper Hunter Valley, on Beersheba Day to witness the unveiling of a statue dedicated to the Charge of Beersheba one hundred years ago. The men of the 4th and the 12th Light Horse were men drawn from

the Hunter and New England areas of NSW, as were many of the horses supplied to the Light Horse for World War One service. Many of the local people are direct descendants of those who took place in the Charge, so it had rather a poignant air about it all. The statue depicts that fatal moment when the Light Horse stormed into the trenches and parapets of the Turks holding Beersheba. Interestingly, the sculptor, Brett Garling from Wongarbon, near Dubbo, sculptured the horse over the skeletal remains of a horse that had died many years previous on his property. Observance was also

given to the horses who were sent off to war, and who, through quarantine regulations existing at that time, never returned. The upper Hunter area of NSW is the leading Thoroughbred breeding district in Australia, and a strong connection with horses is very abundant in this area, with many large Horse Breeding Studs close by. The commissioning of the sculptor, responsibility of organising the placement, erection and items of authenticity etc of the project had been handed to John Flood by the Council to handle on their behalf. The statues figure of the horse has been dedicated to "Midnight", the horse of the Commanding Officer. Midnight was bred on the Haydon's property in nearby Murrurundi/Blandford area, and the bloodline still exists in that family's horses today. Midnight died in the Charge that day, so long ago.

Following the Opening, a Ecumenical Service remembering the Wounded and Fallen was held in the St Albans Anglican Church, where the names of the Fallen were read one by one, and a candle lit in his memory. A small Lance Guard contingent from the 12th/16th Hunter River Lancers attended the Services.

LtoR Jim Cameron, Nick Weir, Steve Cameron, Brett Garling, Les Dunstan, Dallas Burrage, Eric Johnson, Pedro Rosemond and John Flood. Absent: Dave Davies, Lou Ferris.

BOER WAR MEMORIAL, CANBERRA

In an earlier issue of the newsletter, I reported the opening of the Boer War memorial in Canberra last May. On my return trip from Tongala this year, I made a detour to Canberra to have a personal look at the Memorial.

To say anything less than “it’s magnificent”, would be an injustice to it. Photos of the Memorial taken just from the front of the memorial itself do not convey the theme and grandeur of the Memorial, and I spent quite a bit of time there looking at it from different angles. I will pass the opinion that I believe it to be perhaps , the most striking of all the Memorials along that Avenue, and thoroughly recommend a viewing if down that

way. In fact, the veterans of Coral/Balmoral will be in Canberra during May of next year, and I commend this to you all to have a look. The authenticity and finite detail on the horses, horsemen and equipment is really very good, and is a credit to the sculptor. Attached herein are several photos I took. Regards, Dallas (Burrage)

1st ARMOURED REGIMENT DEPARTS DARWIN

After 22 years in Darwin, the 1st Armoured Regiment is moving to Adelaide to take advantage of the southern-state’s year-round-training weather.*CAPTION*: /Soldiers from 1st Armoured Regiment on their final parade in Darwin before the unit moves to Adelaide. Soldiers of the 1st Armoured Regiment conducted a final parade at Robertson Barracks, near Darwin, on Wednesday 25 October 2017 to mark their departure. The parade was also a chance to commemorate the centenary of the Battle of Beersheba. Also during the Parade, 1st Armoured Regiment’s Chauvel Lines were officially renamed Matilda Lines and handed over to the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin. The regiment will now take up residence in the RAAF Base Edinburgh Precinct in South Australia. The move is one of the final Plan Beersheba pieces to fall into place. Following the 1st Armoured Regiment’s proud 22-year history in the Northern Territory, the Regiment’s soldiers and equipment will arrive in Adelaide ready to take advantage of the year-round training conditions available in South Australia, mainly at Cultana.

Subject: Greetings and Request Hi Dallas Mate have a request. There is a small "cottage" business here in Canberra that makes modelling parts and decals for Australian armoured vehicles. I have had a number of discussions with John the owner and have provided a number of photos that have been used in various books he's published (Military Briefs Series). He was interested when he saw some of my photos of 2 Troop vehicles from Vietnam. What caught his eye was the vehicle names (Peanut Characters). He wants to do a decal sheet of the vehicle names and ARN (Rego Numbers). He has the Regos for each callsign. What is needed is the individual names. Dave Lester and I have put our heads together and come up with a few - Troop HQ sect and 23B (Pigpen). Have also been in contact with Tony Fryer - he can only remember Pigpen. Would be interesting to get the whole list together. One of those things that at the time was unimportant. Was wondering if you could put a short request in an issue of SITREP asking ex members of the troop if they could send me the names and callsigns as they remember them (or from photos). You can use my email address as the point of contact (charliedearling@westnet.com.au). regards Charlie (aka Spot). Charles Dearling 20/21 Temperley Street NICHOLLS ACT 2913 Australia email: charliedearling@westnet.com.au Mobile: +61 412 149 107

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President Dave Davies 0417372491 Secretary Kevin Ortlipp 0438 759 733 Treasurer Dallas Burrage 02 6658 7339 Committee Dan Handley, M.G 07 4691 2936 Committee John Flood, OAM 0419000780 Committee Kevin Mc Andrew 02 95271417 Committee Terry Newman 08 94032202 Historian Jack Dickson 03 9796 6420 ACT Rep Jock Moffat 02 6291 7886 NSW Rep, City David Bloor 02 9639 6331 NSW Rep, Country David Coleman 02 66791666 NT Rep Garry Casey 08 8932 2760 NZ Rep Dave Lester 0011 64 9 4128 852 Qld Rep, City Greg Peake 07 3888 5912 Qld Rep, Country Terry Walsh 0747287788 SA Rep Craig Haydock 0438327591 Tas Rep Chad Sutton 03 62298513 Vic Rep, City John Ockwell 0409520974 Vic Rep, Country Gavan M. Vigar 03 5248 8444 WA Rep Terry Newman 08 94032202 Next of Kin Contact/Liaison Nick Weir 0741282710

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