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
General Meeting
16/07/2025
18:00 -19:00 Macquarie Room then Star Buffet
FWMDC
21/07/2025
18:00 -19:30 – Seven Hills
Auxiliary Meeting
21/07/2025
10:00 – 12:00 – sub-Branch meeting room
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!
Please Note: A wreath will be laid by the Branch on behalf of the Veteran Community, Members and families; however, individual tributes are welcomed. Registrations are not required, the wearing of Medals is an individuals choice.
The reality is - everyone deals with traumatic situations differently and PTSD does not only attack Veterans with ‘horrific front line’ experience.
We will never know what others are going through or what they have endured during their Service life, before and afterwards. There is no fix or cure for PTSD; however, acknowledging that something may be wrong is the first step to recovery. A variety of different Supports are available, but it can be a very tough, confronting journey. The sub-Branch is not a professional counselling service; however, we are always available to chat with any Vets doing it tough.
Talking about it with other Veterans can help.
John is a true gentleman and a genuine Volunteer Veteran advocate, supporting many local Veterans to get the best possible outcomes for them and their families. As a highly respected member of our Executive Committee, John is our guiding force of common sense and sincerety, the sub-Branch would be far less without his dedication and commitment, knowledge and guidance.
Mr John Fenton is a Nepean Legend, a true Legend within our sub-Branch, but we already knew that.
Congrats John!
Penrith RSL
Women Veterans Network Australia - WVNA
RSL NSW
Penrith City Council
Nepean Naval & Maritime Museum
Yarramundi Veterans Shed
Karen McKeown OAM - MP for Penrith
Mayor Clr Todd Carney
The Western Weekender
Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums
Melissa McIntosh MP
Racing At Penrith Paceway
Susan Templeman MP
