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
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!
1. Cook Dine and Move - Friday February 20th, 12 – 2.30 pm
The Dining Room Blue Mountains Community Hub Springwood
Join the group to cook and share a nutritious meal that builds your appetite and improves your strength. We will cook together, chat together and then learn about our fitness and try key exercises to build strength and mobility. This is a free event for Veterans and their families and an opportunity to learn from Gillian Powell, an expert in functional fitness and health. Get your free tickets at Humanitix.com and search for Cook Dine and Move!
https://events.humanitix.com/cook-dine-and-move?_
2. Cook and Dine Bushwalking Adventure - Saturday 28th February 12 pm – 2.30pm at ''Tandara'' Raymond Road Springwood.
Join us to find out about easy and adventurous bush walks across the Blue Mts with Jeanette Learned past president of the Springwood Bushwalking Club. Jeanette will show you the near and far places that you can walk to and some that you can drive close to. We will show you how to prepare dehydrated food and cook a delicious meal for an overnight bushwalk. After we cook and eat together (sausages included) you are welcome to join us for an easy family bushwalk at the end of Raymond Rd. Places are limited. You can get your free ticket at; https://events.humanitix.com/cook-and-dine-bushwalking-adventure
The Penrith RSL sub-Branch Members ‘Cuppa and Chat’ is on every Wednesday in 2026 from 9:30 am at the ‘GATHER Cafe’, Penrith RSL Club (unless a major activity is being held).
The sub-Branch hosts this inclusive event every week and is inspired to establish long term Veteran & family connections within our community.
All Veterans (current serving or retired), sub-Branch Members, partners, volunteers and supporters are invited and very welcome to join us for a free Cuppa & Chat.
The sub-Branch hosts this inclusive event every week and is inspired to establish long term Veteran & family connections within our community.
All Veterans (current serving or retired), sub-Branch Members, Auxiliaries, partners, volunteers and supporters are invited and very welcome to join us for a free Cuppa & Chat.
Hoping that your 2026 will be filled with love and happiness, prosperity and health.
