East Maitland RSL Auxiliary 90th Anniversary

Ms JENNY AITCHISON (Maitland—Minister for Regional Transport and Roads)—Congratulations to the many members past and present of the East Maitland RSL Auxiliary on their 90th Anniversary. The Auxiliary was formed in 1934 and has since played a pivotal role in the operation of the sub-branch, supporting past and present servicemen and women, by raising funds. What an achievement! The 90th Anniversary Certificate was received by June Campbell from Pauline James OAM who presented it on behalf of RSL NSW. Servicing the Returned Services members from every conflict Australia has been a part of into the 21st Century is no small achievement. Auxiliaries were first formed in Australia by the mothers, wives, widows, sisters, daughters, and aunts of the men who served in World War I. The group not only fundraise but go and visit veterans in hospitals and aged care facilities and assist the sub-branches with catering for branch events. Thank you to members, past and present on your outstanding service to the veteran and wider community.