Commemoration
RSL NSW and sub-Branches organise and deliver the major commemorative events across New South Wales to honour the service and sacrifice of Australian service men and women. The most well-known of these take place on ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day, and are complemented by commemorations throughout the year to remember particular segments of those who have served. Through these commemorative activities, we remember and respect those who have served and sacrificed for Australia.
Camaraderie
For more than 100 years the Returned and Services League has provided a continuation of the unique camaraderie and mateship that people find during service in the Australian Defence Force. Through our network of more than 340 sub-Branches and chapters we bring together over 27,000 members who have served from a variety of backgrounds and contexts in a spirit of friendship and cooperation. This mateship among ex-Defence personnel is at the heart of what RSL NSW is and is highly valued by our members and the veteran community.
Support
Meeting the needs of veterans and their families has been central to the RSL’s mission since its inception. Today we provide support through our network of sub-Branches, as well as through our partner charities, RSL LifeCare which includes RSL DefenceCare.
sub-Branches As the local presence of services and support in New South Wales communities, sub-Branches exist to be of service to veterans and their families. In addition to the face-to-face support and mateship they can offer, sub-Branches can inform and connect veterans and families to the range services available to them.
Events
Auxiliary Meeting
16/11/2026
1000 – 1200 – sub-Branch meeting room
FWMDC
16/11/2026
1800 -1930 – Penrith
Cuppa & Chat
18/11/2026
0930-1030 – ‘The Gather Café’, Penrith RSL Club – every Wednesday
A brief history of Memory Park War Memorial
In 2004 the Sub-Branch raised a committee to oversee the redevelopment of the Memory Park Memorial. The new Memorial was designed and built by local sculptor Terrence Plowright. The work commenced in early 2007, and was completed in late 2008. The dedication of the redeveloped War Memorial was by Her Excellency
Memorabilia Display
The Memorial Display is located to the right at the top of the escalators inside the Penrith RSL Club’s entrance.
We welcome all to come visit!
Date: November 13, 2026
Purpose: To highlight good deeds in the community, focus on the positive power of common threads that bind us, and promote empathy and human kindness.
Encouraging Random Acts of Kindness: Maybe for a stranger's coffee, leave an encouraging note, or help a neighbor out today.
Message: Just try to be nice, let people you know that you appreciate them and who they are and what they do.
The sub-Branch has many, many people who help, support our charitable purpose, Veterans and their families locally. We couldn’t possibly mention them all but a Thankyou is the least we can do.
Thankyou to all of our generous volunteers, support Organisations and those that help us achieve. We can’t provide photos for everyone, but please note a few special photos of local Legends.
RSL NSW Sports and Recreation program - City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch *New Initiative*
A great new free Friday night men’s PT session is available to local Veterans, mates, friends and family.
It’s a simple, social PT session, circuit run by professionals at Jade Health Group, Healing Centre. It’s indoors and is for all levels of fitness, designed to improve mobility and strength.
There’s no pressure to achieve, work at your own pace within your own physical limits.
PT begins at 5.30pm to 6:30 at Unit2 / 10 Coombes Drive, Penrith. Get there 10 minutes early, bring water & towel.
Registration is essential, to ensure that there is enough room for everyone. Please contact Anthony if you want to join in: 0401417497.
https://www.jadehealthgroup.com.au/
On Thursday night, the President of the sub-Branch was invited to reflect upon Remembrance Day and what the day means to Veterans and their families. Anthony explained that we all go through tough times but we don’t have to do it alone. Anthony shared some insight into life with PTSD, accepting and actually working through life challenges. No one has to Walk Alone, talk is very cheap but can be a very worthwhile step in to recovery.
Anthony lead a minutes silence in honor of ADF Veterans and all mates lost.
The Penrith Mems Walk and Talk group meets every Thursday for a free Cuppa, a chat and a walk of your choosing. All Male Veterans, all community males are invited to join in.
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Photo Credits: Mr Peter Thorpe. Thanks Peter.
