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 City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch encourages everyone to reach out to a comrade, mate, a family member pr colleague today.
We should try to do this routinely, don’t wait until they have gone quiet or you’re concerned about them. Get in touch with comrades, friends and family today.
You just never know when people just need to have some contact. Don’t give up if they don’t respond, be a real mate and keep trying.
If you haven’t heard from them for a while, call them, send a message and or organise a catch up soon. Be kind to yourself and mates, be a “Contact Champion”.
TODAY IS A GREAT DAY FOR A BUDDY CHECK
If you or someone you know needs extra support:
📞 Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling: 1800 011 046
📞 Lifeline: 13 11 14
📞 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
🚨 Immediate danger: Call 000
Your call to action today: check on one person.
It takes a few minutes, but it could mean more than you know. 🩷
#BuddyCheck #CheckYourMates #
Every Tuesday from 8.30am to 9.30am at PCYC Penrith,100 Station Street, Penrith, NSW 2750.
No personal training classes, just friendly, supervised access to the gym facilities.
Please Note: An authorised reference letter from the sub-Branch is required and can be collected from the office during normal opening hours.
