Call Sign VAMPIRE
The 1st (Aust) Field Hospital Association Inc is writing to inform the 1RAR Association about the release of our book “Call Sign VAMPIRE – The inside story of an Australian Field Hospital during the Vietnam War”.
1 RAR Association Incorporated
News
Looking for the Author
Did John Eaton write the document attached? Contact Ted CHitham or Russell Linwood.
Mon 02 Aug 2021
RIP SGT Bill Perkins - 15 Jun 2021
Bill's funeral went well despite COVID.
Wed 30 Jun 2021
1RAR undertakes High Explosive Week at Wide Bay
1RAR on exercises in Wide Bay.
Sun 04 Apr 2021
Invitation to Long Hai Day Service by 8RAR Assn
The 2021 Service will be at the Cenotaph, Boronia Park, Epping, Sydney on Sunday 28 Feb commencing at 1030h. See attached letter to our President Jim.
Sun 21 Feb 2021
New Coral Stories Website
A new website with the stories of the men at FSB Coral Balmoral
Sat 26 Dec 2020
1RAR 1st Tour Memorial Move from Holsworthy
The memorial moves soon. We'll let you know when it arrives.
Mon 30 Nov 2020
Charlie Company in Afghanistan
Townsville troops have arrived in Afghanistan as part of counter-terrorism operations, taking a piece of their home unit with them.
Thu 05 Nov 2020
Bill Raggatt passed away
It is with much sadness that I advise of the passing of Bill Raggatt, may he rest in peace.
Sat 03 Oct 2020
Passing of Colonel A. V. Preece, DSO,MVO
Sad news just in from Simon Hearder, Secretary, AATTV Association ACT Br on the passing on 27th August 2020 of fellow Team member, Lt Col (later Col) A. (Alex) V.Preece DSO, MVO aged 93 years.
Sun 06 Sep 2020
Notice of a few mates passed away
A check of RSL deceased list in July 2020
Mon 17 Aug 2020
SGT Luxford and Grandson at ANZAC Day
The last member of the 2/1st marching on ANZAC Day with his grandson. A magnificent sight. Mike Waldron has done us all proud to be the link between these magnificent men and our Association.
Wed 22 Jul 2020
DVA NCF Survey Link
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs reviews the National Consultation Framework (NCF) every three years to ensure mechanisms for consultation between the Department, Commissions and the ex-serving community remain effective and fit-for-purpose.
Sun 05 Jul 2020
DVA National Consultation Framework Survey
Veterans and their families are being asked to provide their views on how the ex-service community is consulted and engaged, and how this can be improved.
Sun 05 Jul 2020
Anniversary: B Coy enroute to Vietnam in 1965 on HMAS Sydney
On this day, 27th May 1965, B Coy 1RAR along with other elements of the 1RAR Group boarded HMAS Sydney bound for service in South Vietnam.
Wed 27 May 2020
TEARS OF ANGELS
an essay written by Graham Smith covering the action at Soputa on 20/21 Nov 1942.
Sat 02 May 2020
New Book on 2/1st Battalion
Graham Smith has written a book on 2/1st Australian Infantry Battalion that can be purchased online.
Sat 11 Apr 2020
1RAR receives first Hawkei protected vehicles
1RAR has taken delivery of several Hawkei Protected Mobility Vehicles - Light
Sun 05 Apr 2020