On 24th April 2017 the final touch was added to the Submariners Heritage Trail at Tenerife in Brisbane. Former SAA Qld President, Don Currell was the driving force behind the idea of the trail to Commemorate all Submariners. The project took Don 7 years to achieve this end.
On 3 Dec members and guests from NSW SAA had the privilege of visiting HMAS DECHAINEUX at GI NSW. Thanks to to the the crew of the boat and in particular our guides Leut's Brendan Witt and Cameron Taylor. As Gus Gillies stated - "I have great admiration for you skills and dedication to the submarine force of Aust. I thought O Boats were tough and confined but these boy and Girls are no different. Thank you for your service BUDDY'S in BOATS". See Pics below.
SAA NSW Christmas Party Holbrook 26-11-2016
Salamander Bay 5/8/2016
Anzac Day Sydney 2016
Spectacle Island BBQ 14th February, 2016
A big crowd of 90+ enjoyed the lovely weather and good company.
A big crowd of 90+ enjoyed the lovely weather and good company.
Action Stations was officially unveiled at the ANMM this weekend.
On Saturday 7 Nov there was an advance viewing by Families and Museum Members plus an official reception and dinner that night, attended by official dignitaries and wife's including the Chief of Navy, Australian Fleet Commander, RADM Peter Briggs, Michael White QC and Geoff Anderson (SAA NSW). On completion an interactive light display of the 100Yrs of the RAN was projected from the new building onto the museum roof.
The opening on Sunday 8 Nov was attended by members of the SAA. It was hosted by Steve Lieberman and included an Official Welcome by the RAN Aboriginal dancers and speeches by Museum Director Kevin Sumption, Chief of Navy, Chairman Peter Dexter AM and Senator the Hon M Fifield Minister of Communications and Arts. The Official Plaque was then unveiled before the mass cutting of the Opening Ribbon.
The interactive displays are a must to see as well as the introductory videos of a surface action by VAMPIRE pus an Underwater Look by ONSLOW.
It is a must for All Submariners to see.
On Saturday 7 Nov there was an advance viewing by Families and Museum Members plus an official reception and dinner that night, attended by official dignitaries and wife's including the Chief of Navy, Australian Fleet Commander, RADM Peter Briggs, Michael White QC and Geoff Anderson (SAA NSW). On completion an interactive light display of the 100Yrs of the RAN was projected from the new building onto the museum roof.
The opening on Sunday 8 Nov was attended by members of the SAA. It was hosted by Steve Lieberman and included an Official Welcome by the RAN Aboriginal dancers and speeches by Museum Director Kevin Sumption, Chief of Navy, Chairman Peter Dexter AM and Senator the Hon M Fifield Minister of Communications and Arts. The Official Plaque was then unveiled before the mass cutting of the Opening Ribbon.
The interactive displays are a must to see as well as the introductory videos of a surface action by VAMPIRE pus an Underwater Look by ONSLOW.
It is a must for All Submariners to see.
AE1 Sculpture Dedication & Memorial Service National Maritime Museum, Sydney 14/9/2015
SAA BIG BASH IN THE GONG JUNE 2015
ANZAC DAY 2015
Spectacle Island 15-02-2015.
On a lovely sunny Sunday around 50 Submariners, family, friends and descendants of AE2 crew attended the Annual Spectacle Island BBQ. There were some new faces and by all accounts a good time was had by all.
On a lovely sunny Sunday around 50 Submariners, family, friends and descendants of AE2 crew attended the Annual Spectacle Island BBQ. There were some new faces and by all accounts a good time was had by all.
K13 2015
There was a good turn out for the K13 Memorial Service on 18th January. After the service most attended the Chinese restaurant for a get together and lunch.
There was a good turn out for the K13 Memorial Service on 18th January. After the service most attended the Chinese restaurant for a get together and lunch.
SAA MEETING WOY WOY NOVEMBER 2014
SUBCON100 PERTH NOVEMBER 2014
Gala Ball Queensland 13th September 2014 100 Years of Submarines
On Saturday 13/9 Geoff, Kathie and Carol attended the Queensland Branch Gala Ball at the Mecure Hotel and on Sunday attended the AE1 Memorial Service at the Submarine Walk Heritage Trail at Teneriffe on the Brisbane River. Photos courtesy of Pete Sellars Qld Branch.
On a very wet Sunday 17/8/2014 SAA NSW members attended Cockatoo
Island to commemorate the 100 year Anniversary of the Australian Naval Military
Expedition Force (ANMEF) leaving Sutherland Docks on HMAT BERRIMA. Escorted by
HMAS PARRAMATTA!
Those in attendance were as below John Cornish, Geoff Anderson, Carol Wilson, Peter Smith, Mark O'Neil, Jim Dennis and also present were Mike Hickey, Mike Davidson, Joan Wilson, Ian Haw, Kathie Anderson and Murray Da
Carol & Jill at the finish line!!!
We made it!!! 33kms in just over 7hours.
Its not to late to donate??
Thanks to all our supporters.
So far raised over $39,000.00
Its not to late to donate??
Thanks to all our supporters.
So far raised over $39,000.00
Newcastle Memorial Service and Meeting 1-2/3/2014
Geoff & Kathie's Wedding Spectacle Island Friday 3rd January, 2014
NSW Branch Christmas Party & Dinner 23-24/11/2013
Follow link to view photos from Qld Dinner Dance 3rd August 2013.
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Follow link to see Queenslanders at play!!! http://youtu.be/1lNgijFISGs
Another Video to watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kAq-k6n0wc
Submariners Walk Qld. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VT8wfTNffJc
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk – Seymour, Victoria
The names of every person who served in Vietnam are listed on the walls.
The Walk incorporates a meandering red earth path set in native trees and grasses that resemble rubber trees and rice paddies.
These two plants are synonymous to Vietnam.
Contemplation areas are incorporated into the Walk as a place for people to sit and reflect on the sacrifices of those that went before us serving our country.
If you are ever traveling along the Hume Hwy, take the exit to Seymour to visit. It is an amazing and emotional visit.
Click on the link to view...... http://youtu.be/7Mrk6A7UEWk
The names of every person who served in Vietnam are listed on the walls.
The Walk incorporates a meandering red earth path set in native trees and grasses that resemble rubber trees and rice paddies.
These two plants are synonymous to Vietnam.
Contemplation areas are incorporated into the Walk as a place for people to sit and reflect on the sacrifices of those that went before us serving our country.
If you are ever traveling along the Hume Hwy, take the exit to Seymour to visit. It is an amazing and emotional visit.
Click on the link to view...... http://youtu.be/7Mrk6A7UEWk
Anzac Day Sydney 2013
