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
War Widows Day
19/10/2026
TBC
Auxiliary Meeting
19/10/2026
1000 – 1200 – sub-Branch meeting room
FWMDC
19/10/2026
1800 -1930 – Castle Hill
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 City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch welcomes all Veterans and their families regardless, but we know that Veteran family members and carers are not receiving information regarding social activities, wellbeing supports or commemorations locally.
The Family members and carers of Veterans enduring isolation, mental health, physical impairment or life challenges are the greatest wellbeing support officers available. We acknowledge that without the available information, the families and carers are not equipped to motivate, plan and enable Veterans to become more involved in sub-Branch activities that will benefit their wellbeing.
The purpose of the Family Membership, digital subscription is to enable a renewed Veteran Family connection locally, to connect the family members / carers with information that can support Veterans locally.
The City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch ''Family Membership'' is available to Spouses / Partners, Widows, Siblings, Children, Grandchildren, Parents and Carers / Care Centers.
Applications for digital subscription can be sent to the Secretary: secretary@penrithrslsubbranch.org.au.
"Nepean River Walk & Talk" - Wednesday 21 Oct 26.
The St Marys RSL Sub Branch & St Marys Outpost, are coordinating their annual Veterans Health Week 'Nepean River Walk and Talk'' again. All local Veterans and their partners are invited to join in.
Registration is in front of ''East Bank Fish & Chips'' located at Tench Reserve Penrith from 10am. A local Exercise Physiologist will provide some health and mobility tips, followed by a river walk of your choosing (no pressure or expectations). Afterwards we will all gather for a health lunch of Fish and Chips, Salad.
This event is free for Veterans and their families, sub-Branch Members. We need to have numbers for catering, please contact your sub-Branch and let them know that you intend on joining us. City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch members please message Anthony: 0401417497 to confirm.
The greatest of gratitude is extended to the RSL Club, our major sponsor and greatest financial contributor - Thankyou!
Thanks also to all of the stallholders who registered, attended and truly displayed the commitment to support ADF Veterans and their families.
Thanks to all of our committed volunteers who helped out and made the day possible. Thanks so much.
Apparently I was too busy talking, and missed the opportunity to take photos. Please send if you have any.
If you didn’t already know; all Veteran men are invited to join these Legends every Thursday.
Check them out and get amongst it!
