Captured by Japanese forces at the age of 15, Robert Bruce Rolls was the youngest Australian survivor of Changi prisoner of war camp. More than 80 years later, Japan welcomed his grandson Trent Beilken in a gesture of reconciliation. Read more at rslqld.social/3M0gtS5.

Vietnam Veterans' Day will be marked on 18 August, the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan. Learn more about the Vietnam War and how it shaped Australia rslqld.social/43PBRQL. 📸 @awmemorial | The memorial held on the site of the battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1969.

Des Kearton and John Burns were among the 60,000 Australians who served in the Vietnam War. Discover more about what Vietnam Veterans’ Day means to them rslqld.social/4fw9bU1. #VietnamVeteransDay #Vietnam War

Brian “Weary” Dunlop served in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. Now a member of the Proserpine RSL Sub Branch, he wants to ensure younger veterans feel comfortable reaching out. Read more rslqld.social/3SMTpdv. 📸 Aust War Memorial | Weary having a shave in Phuoc Tuy Province in 1969.

This Sunday 18 August marks Vietnam Veterans' Day. RSL Queensland Sub Branches will hold commemorative services in memory of those who served in Vietnam. To find your local Vietnam Veterans’ Day service, please visit rslqld.social/47wujoY. #VietnamVeteransDay

"Fellow citizens, the war is over." On 15 August 1945, PM Ben Chifley announced Japan's surrender and the end of WWII. He urged us to remember those who gave their lives for peace. In Brisbane, 60,000 cheered as 9,000+ service members marched in celebration. 📸 State Library of Queensland

Dave Day will remember those he served alongside in Vietnam at the recently relocated Canungra Vietnam War Memorial on 18 August. This will be the first commemoration hosted at the memorial’s new location. Find out more at rslqld.social/4csIAnR. #VietnamVeteransDay

“Vietnam Veterans’ Day is an opportunity to pay tribute to those who served in the Vietnam War, and acknowledge their ongoing legacy and contribution to the community we know today.” - RSL Queensland State President MAJ GEN Stephen Day DSC AM. Read more rslqld.social/3X920sz.

Yesterday saw communities across the nation pause in recognition of Vietnam Veterans’ Day. These moments were captured at commemorative services held by the Canungra RSL Sub Branch, Oakey RSL Sub Branch, and the Vietnam Veterans' Association of Australia (Qld Branch).

Learn to surf and improve your wellbeing with the Waves of Wellness Surfing Experience (WOWSE) for veterans 🏄‍♂️ This free, evidence-based program delivers surfing lessons as mental health therapy, all in a relaxed, supportive environment. Learn more rslqld.social/3AwpKiw.

Join us and Mates4Mates at the “It’s ok to laugh” Laughter Clinic, a mental health presentation tailored for Defence personnel and their families. Book your spot today rslqld.social/3yQ0piY. 📍 Veteran & Family Wellbeing Centre Brisbane 📅 Thursday 29 August, 11am – 1:30pm

Funded by RSL Queensland and facilitated by our partner organisations, RSL Peer-Led Programs (formerly Wellness Programs) offer mental health and wellbeing support for the veteran community. If you or someone you know would like to participate, visit rslqld.social/peer-led.

Wishing AUS Paralympic Team the best of luck in Paris. These remarkable Aussies embody the strength, resilience, and courage of our nation—qualities shared by those who've served in uniform and now inspire on the global stage. 💚💛 #ImagineWhatWeCanDo

Today we remember Lance Corporal Stjepan Milosevic, Sapper James Martin and Private Robert Poate from 3 RAR who were killed in an insider attack in Afghanistan on 29 August 2012. Lest we forget. 📸 Defence Australia | Army members lay a wreath to honour those lost in the attack.

Today, on Malaya and Borneo Veterans’ Day, we honour the service and sacrifice of Australian military personnel who served in the Malayan Emergency and Indonesian Confrontation. The bravery of those lost will never be forgotten. Lest we forget. 📸 Aust War Memorial

This September marks 25 years since Australia led the #INTERFET peacekeeping mission in Timor-Leste. Ahead of the 20 Sept anniversary, we'll be sharing stories from those who served. Read more - rslqld.social/3Z3jkS9 | #RSLQueensland 🇹🇱

Earlier today a ceremony was held in Chermside to honour the Battle for Australia. On the first Wednesday of September every year, Australia remembers all those who served in defence of our nation during World War II. Lest we forget.

Have you registered your interest for the Waves of Wellness Surfing Experience (WOWSE) yet? This free program provides surf therapy to veterans. We proudly fund WOWSE's veteran programs, which are held in Queensland and New South Wales. Learn more at rslqld.social/3AwpKiw.

The Governor and Professor Nimmo have laid a wreath at the St George RSL War Memorial, paying their respects to men and women from the region who have served in our defence forces and sacrificed their lives for our nation. Lest we forget. RSL Queensland

The latest edition of Queensland RSL News is available now! This edition covers the Waves of Wellness veteran program, the success of RSL South Eastern District’s Veteran Wellbeing Coordination Centre, and more. A digital version can be downloaded at rslqld.social/37aGmhA.