RSL Mission Statement
To ensure that programs are in place for the well-being, care, compensation and commemoration of serving and ex-service Defence Force members and their dependants; and promote Government and community awareness of the need for a secure, stable and progressive Australia. http://www.rslsa.org.au/
Blackwood Sub-branch History
History
On the 20th October 1930 thirty-six ex-servicemen met at the St. Johns Parish Hall and resolved to form an RSL Sub-branch in the name of Blackwood and District.
In September 1934 the members resolved to purchase or build their own clubrooms. This was done for the princely sum of nearly Seven Hundred Pounds and was paid for by fundraising efforts. On 22nd of May 1937 the clubrooms were officially opened by Major General Sir Winston J Dugan K.C.M.G., C.B., D.S.O. In 2007 the sub-branch celebrated 70 years in the same location and 75 years as a sub-branch.
Since the first meeting of 36 servicemen the Blackwood sub-branch increased its membership to 550 ex-service and affiliate members, the second largest membership base in the state.
Committees
Sub-branch Executive Committee:
President Bryan Burton
Vice Presidents:
Rod McLachlan
Adam Grygorcewicz
Secretary Bob Killoran
Welfare Officer Rod McLachlan
Treasurer Bryan Burton
Sub-branch General Committee
Brian Bradbrook
Natalie Bernhardt
Pat Saler
John Veill
Mike Hinchey
Win Einthal
Andrew Cleveland
Ian Hinton
Legacy
President
Secretary Eve Holmes
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