Our Sub-Branch History

On 3rd February 1945 a meeting attended by fourteen people, for the purpose of establishing a Sub-Branch, was held in the old Lifesavers' Hall at Brighton le Sands.  

A Charter was granted on 5th April 1945, and two days later a meeting was called to elect officers with the result that the following were appointed

President, W. Thompson;
Hon. Secretary, C. Gain and Hon. Treasurer, L. Bell

The Sub-Branch purchased a garage, which is the present memorial Hall, at cost of £2,100 on 7th September 1945, and in 1958 the adjoining premises were acquired to make additions to the hall. The Sub-Branch has done a great amount of welfare work, and many worthy causes have been assisted financially.

RSL NSW members commit to continuing the camaraderie of military service, serving each other and serving veterans and their families in need, to ensuring that veterans and their families are respected, supported and remembered. The League is a grassroots organisation, led by its volunteers. The strong connections between Sub-Branches and their local communities underpin every aspect of the League's work for veterans and their families.

League members are committed to Advancing Australia's interest, upholding the Australian Constitution, ensuring Australian's national security and promoting the good name and standing of the members of Australian Defence Force and their families.

The League binds Australians to the promise of never forgetting the service and sacrifice of those who have served before us.