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
30/09/2026
0930-1030 – ‘The Gather Café’, Penrith RSL Club – every Wednesday
Cuppa & Chat
07/10/2026
0930-1030 – ‘The Gather Café’, Penrith RSL Club – every Wednesday
Veterans Health Week
11/10/2026
Other Activities – Details are yet TBC.
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!
The St Marys RSL Sub Branch, the City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch and the St Marys Outpost will again join forces during Veterans Health Week upon the Nepean River (Tench Reserve) on 21 October 26.
Registrations will begin at 10am in the RSL NSW tent, just in front of the ''Fish & Chip Shop''. An exercise physiologist will speak to the gathering and provide info before the group is released to venture upon the great Nepean Walk (distance and route of your own choosing). We will be finishing off with a free 'healthy lunch' of fish and salad (maybe some chips).
This event has been lead by StMarys and running very well for a few years now. It is a great social event and ensures a happy healthy day for all who get involved.
All current serving ADF, sub-Brach Members, Veterans and their families are invited to attend along with their immediate families.
Please contact your local sub-Branch to register your attendance soon.
WVNA is a fantastic network of Women Veterans aimed towards supporting each other through life’s challenges with social inclusion and general wellbeing activities. Do yourself a favor and join today!
