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REPORT – THE RAR NMW  JUNE 2021

REPORT – THE RAR NMW JUNE 2021

The Regiment’s National Memorial Walk (the Walk) is in excellent condition, thanks to the outstanding commitment of the Management Team, our loyal volunteers, Dad’s Army, and the support from both 6RAR and 8/9 RAR.   The Commanders of 7th Combat Brigade...

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CELEBRATING NAIDOC WEEK AND INDIGENOUS VETERANS

CELEBRATING NAIDOC WEEK AND INDIGENOUS VETERANS

AUSTRALIANS are encouraged to pause and remember the legacy and valuable contribution of Australia’s First Nations’ service men and women this NAIDOC Week. NAIDOC Week, held from 4 – 11 July, is a national celebration of the world’s oldest living cultures and...

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Commonwealth War Graves Commission: A Brief History

Commonwealth War Graves Commission: A Brief History

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission honours the 1.7 million people across both World Wars who made the ultimate sacrifice on the battlefield, ensuring they are never forgotten. This article looks at the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) and...

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Commemorative 3 RAR Memorial Garden – Opening

Commemorative 3 RAR Memorial Garden – Opening

The 3 RAR Memorial Garden Commemoration Service was held on a rainy 22nd March 2021 day in the NMW Contemplation Building with Padre Lionel Orreal (8/9 RAR) conducting the Service. Over 50 people attended including the NMW Patron Major General Stuart Smith AO CSC, a...

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REPORT – THE RAR NMW  JUNE 2021

NMW Manager’s Quarterly Report April 2021

Hello All, I thought it was about time I put pen to paper, so to speak. We have had a busy time in the last 5 months and all to the good of the Walk and testament to Dad’s Army dedication and commitment. Before I continue, I will mention some contact news. I had an...

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NMW Report – 26 January 2021

NMW Report – 26 January 2021

Hello All and a happy Australia Day.  I have just finished watching Grace Tame, our Australian of the Year talk on the news. What an erudite lady with a ton of guts and marvellous looks to match.  Her determination and fortitude should be a lesson to any...

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NMW Report – 26 January 2021

NMW Report – 21 December 2020 Activities

This Monday was the last formal work activity for the year and included our annual break-up BBQ breakfast. Most of us ‘early birds’ were active from 5.30 am to finalise the work tasks and prepare the Walk for the long hot summer days until we formally return on 11...

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NMW Report – 26 January 2021

NMW Report – 19 December 2020

A very thirsty Walk welcomed 130mm over the week and more since. It will do wonders for the place but in other ways be a hindrance such as it is too wet to have the turf cut and delivered and the Western Bank will now have turf laid in the new year. Another downsize...

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