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
Cuppa & Chat
06/05/2026
0930-1030 – ‘The Gather Café’, Penrith RSL Club – every Wednesday
8 May – Victory in Europe (1945)
08/05/2026
Mothers Day
10/05/2026
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!
Some very special presentations were observed by many on ANZAC Day at Penrith and they are just too precious for them to disappear. These special presentations were prepared by the children and placed at Memory Park on ANZAC Day. FYI - the City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch has them secured inside the sub-Branch Office for safe keeping, if anyone wants to come along and have a look.
A sincere Thankyou and Congratulations must go out to the Teams at "Little Zaks Academy Penrith and ''Young Academics Cranebrook". It is wonderful to see the early educators getting the children involved and learning, a new generation of children are now ANZAC Day aware!
Please Note:
Photo 1: Little Zaks Academy - Hand crafted wreath
Photo 2: Young Academics Cranebrook - Hand crafted wreaths (beautiful).
Photo 3 etc: Little Zaks Academy - Hand crafted booklet (truly inspiring and special).
This message is intended to notify Penrith RSL Sub-Branch Members and Community Veterans of an upcoming community walk‑in information session regarding the divestment of Defence sites in New South Wales.
The session will provide an opportunity for community members and stakeholders to learn more about the Defence Estate Audit, the divestment process, transition planning, and next steps.
Representatives from the Department of Defence and the Department of Finance will be present to provide information, respond to questions, and listen to community feedback. The walk‑in format allows attendees to participate at a time that suits them, in an informal and accessible setting.
Defence acknowledges the important role that Penrith RSL Sub-Branch plays in the local community and values ongoing awareness and engagement on this matter.
Event details are as follows:
Date: 4 May 2026
Time: 5.30 – 7.30pm
Location: Glenbrook Panthers Bowling Club, Glenbrook
This session is one of five being held in New South Wales between 4 and 8 May 2026, with additional sessions in Eastern Sydney, Parramatta, Paddington and Mosman on 5-8 May respectively.
Should you wish to attend, please register via the link:
We were humbled to receive some fantastic photos from the area and Caroline Chisholm College won First prize for their efforts. Congratulations and ''Thankyou'' to all of those who contributed and made this possible.
City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch
Penrith RSL
Women Veterans Australia
Women Veterans Network Australia - WVNA
Mayor Clr Todd Carney
Melissa McIntosh MP
Karen McKeown OAM - MP for Penrith
Susan Templeman MP
Prue Car MP
Defence and Emergency Services Veterans Shed
Nepean News
WestCare Penrith
Penrith CBD Corporation
