Special Edition - 9 RAR Association

The Official Newsletter of the 9th Battalion,
The Royal Australian Regiment Association (Qld)
National Patron: General P. Cosgrove AC, MC (Rtd)
NINER
NEWS
November 2013
Issue 69
Special Edition
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Biennial General Meeting
followed by
Anniversary Get Together
09 November 2013
and
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9 RAR Memorial Service
13 November 2013
and
Reprint of 9 RAR Tour Book
9 RAR ASSOCIATION (QLD)
Bulletin Board
46th Anniversary Memorial Service
and Birthday Celebrations, Brisbane
Wednesday 13 November 2013
The Memorial Service will be conducted within the Contemplation Building, The RAR
National Memorial Walk at the Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera, Brisbane. The 8th/9th
Battalion will be providing support to our Association for the Service
The Service will commence at 11.30am and
will honour the 35 who were killed in South
Vietnam and the 5 who were killed whilst on
non-operational duties in the period 1970-73.
Everyone is welcome to lay a personal wreath
or tribute. Those who have died subsequently
will also be remembered.
Following
the
Service will be
the:Tankard Ceremony amongst the trees,
cutting the cake and
then a light lunch will be provided.
Some drinks will be on sale but otherwise BYO.
Morning tea will be available at Diggers Rest, NMW from 10.30am.
If you are planning to attend please advise me by email webmaster@9rarqld.org or
telephone and I will create a list to be given to the front gate via Lloyd Street; this will
allow you to drive up and gain access to the base by showing your driver’s licence overcomes the need to get out and arrange pass. This applies to passengers as
well.
If you decide to attend at the last moment then make sure you allow enough time to
get your pass.
Please advise your name/s to Dan Penman by Monday 11 November 2013.
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A Word from Kevin
Hello fellow Niners,
Please accept this as my report to
be presented to the members at the
Biennial General Meeting on 09
November 2013.
Firstly, let me say that it has been a pleasure and
an honour to hold this position for the last 2 years
and to thank a hard working and supportive
committee. Dan and Dave have continued to be
true champions for the Association, from me
personally, thank you. Since our last BGM many
events have occurred and I have been able to
represent you on most occasions, please let me
outline.
Firstly, the passing of our Immediate Past
President, Barry Stalder was a sad occasion for
Dawn, family and the Regiment. We said our
goodbyes at a very moving ceremony in true
military fashion. Barry will never be forgotten by
this Association, and Dawn is still active in
supporting the ladies.
Our living Unit, 8/9 RAR were deployed to
Afghanistan and some of our members spent time
with our young soldiers before embarkation. These
events were a somber reminder of our young men
and women who continue to risk their lives in the
true spirit on ANZAC. The traditions forged over
nearly 100 years are in safe hands. The support
for the family whilst their loved ones were on active
service was amazing and well supported by your
Association.
The unit returned after a most
successful tour which I have covered in previous
newsletters, but suffice to say those attending the
parades and functions were proud of our young
people and their service.
Our 2011 Memorial and Birthday ceremony was
well attended and the solemn tankard dedication
was moving as usual.
instructions on how to attend as outlined in this
newsletter.
We are seeking people interested in serving on
your committee for the next 2 years.
I am
standing again for election as is Dave McDonald.
Dan will not be involved as much with the general
running of the Association as he wishes to
concentrate on the reprint of our tour book and the
9 RAR museum. He has been a true stalwart and
has spent many hours directing and being the glue
at most times holding us together, we owe him a
big debt of gratitude.
The Future? I have asked the same question
several times but very soon we are going to need
to sit down and have the conversation. What is our
future, how can we make ourselves more relevant,
will we need to seek joining with another
association - you as members need to be active in
the in the decision, it's ok to point out problems but
let us also have solutions, don't leave it for a few as
is occurring now.
I remain yours in the true spirit of the Family
Battalion, 9 RAR.
Kevin Lynch
Hi All,
Great turn up at last week’s lunch at Mooloolaba
SLSC, 35 joined up to make a great day.
We had a RSM corner where Swagger Sticks were
compared, no result on that. We also had a group
who Bob Betney drove up by bus, most welcome
fellas, but I think the most pleasing was the
younger Veterans coming along. We had 6/7 join
us returned from Timor, Somalia and as they call it
The Gan.
The mix of the young and the old was fantastic and
in their own words they felt a warm welcome and
very included, great to see.
Pic is of some newer lunch personal and a couple
who have been there since day one.
Till next month Kevin Lynch
The National Reunion in Sydney 2012 was a great
success as I have previously outlined, very well
attended and organised.
Your association hosted the Royal Australian
Regiment (QLD), annual birthday luncheon in
November 2012, it was a fantastic affair as has
been mentioned in previous publication, this year
8/9 RAR are hosts and I look forward to the day.
Our upcoming 2013 BGM will be followed by a get
together of the 9 RAR old and bold. I am informed
we will have at least 50 people and wives, mostly
post 70 men. I encourage you to follow the
Niner News - Issue 69 (November 2013)
From the left Rod Slater, local old legend Hayden
Kenny, Kev Lynch and Kim Monghan,
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Biennial General
Meeting
Saturday 09 November 2013
Ram’s Retreat, Uruzgan Lines, 8/9 RAR
Meeting to commence at 4.00pm.
There will be afternoon tea (tea and coffee)
available at the Ram’s Retreat from 3.00pm. Bar
will not open till after the BGM concludes.
All financial members are invited to attend and
participate in the discussions and vote on the
agenda items. If you are not financial, that is fine
please come along and see what is being planned
for the next few years.
The main agenda item is the election of the new
committee. Even if you do not wish to become part
of the committee, we would still ask you to attend
and join in the discussions on the matters raised.
Your support will be very much appreciated.
If you wish any ideas to be presented or discussed
please advise Dan Penman or Dave McDonald.
Some items that have been presented already
are:
the next two Reunions in Melbourne 2015
and Adelaide 2017

the 9 RAR Museum and need for a subcommittee AND
9th Battalions Museum
and the ANZAC Centenary

membership fees

merchandise stock
Remember, if you are unable to attend we also
would like to receive your comments prior to the
BGM so everyone’s ideas can be discussed.
Thank you for you support over the last two years.
If you are planning to attend please advise Kim
Mongan on 0437 798 185 or Dave McDonald on
0458
943
212
or
by
email
to
secretary@9rarqld.org and he will create a list to
be given to the front gate via Lloyd Street; this will
allow you to drive up and gain access to the base
by showing your driver’s licence - overcomes the
need to get out and arrange a pass. This applies
to passengers as well.
If you decide to attend at the last moment then
make sure you allow enough time to get your pass.
Please advise your name/s to Kim or Dave by
Wednesday 06November 2013.
Niner News - Issue 69 (November 2013)
9 RAR Association
Anniversary Get together
Saturday 09 November 2013
Ram’s Retreat, Uruzgan Lines, 8/9 RAR
The function will commence at 5.00pm following
the conclusion of the BGM with a happy hour and
meet and greet.
The Ram’s Retreat bar will be open with drinks at
bar prices.
A buffet dinner will be provided soon after in the
Ram’s Retreat area at no charge.
The function marks the 40th Anniversary of 9 RAR
being taken off the Australian Order of Battle, when
the battalion linked with 8 RAR to become 8/9
RAR.
This function will have the usual emphasis on the
whole 9 RAR family from 1967 but with particular
focus on those members from the 1970-73 period.
Over the years, we have lost contact with many of
these members as some felt they were pushed to
the side with all the attention on the South Vietnam
tour. We do not have any rolls of members from
that period so we are asking you to let all your
mates and other contacts know of the function and
that all will be welcome.
For catering and planning of the Anniversary Get
Together please advise of your attendance to Kim
Mongan on 0437 798 185 and Dave McDonald on
0458 943 212 no later than Thursday 31 October
2013.
Please mark your diaries and spread the word to
make this reunion a one to remember and set the
scene for a healthy Association.
For those attending only the function
see shaded box in previous column for
access to base.
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Last Post
Departed Comrades
“They too shall not be forgotten.”
At the going down of the sun
and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Geoffrey A. BLOK (August 2013)
David J. BENFORD (October 2013)
“Lest We Forget”
Vale
Sick Parade
David J. Benford
I visited Rex Butts in hospital and he was in the
intensive care unit of the John Flynn Hospital, Gold
Coast.
He has a tracheotomy to assist his breathing and
therefore he is unable to talk. Due to the fall and
other medical issues he has a lot of muscle
weakness and some nerve weakness. As such, he
is unable to move his arms and legs and this will
take a lot of rehab to get him well again. He is able
to look at you and can recognise people and when
we spoke he gave me a smile. It must be very
frustrating not being able to talk or move your arms
so as to communicate.
Hello Bruce,
Just thought I would drop you a line to let you know
that myself and fifteen other veterans belonging to
the Mandurah Murray Vietnam Veterans Group,
attended the Funeral yesterday of one Dave
Benford. He had done three tours of Vietnam, and
one of those tours was with 9 RAR.
He died in a destitute state, left no Will, and was
survived by one older sister. Dave was seventy
year old. His Funeral was attended by ourselves,
his sister and two of her friends. Unfortunately,
none of us knew him, as he did not get around, and
had only been in Mandurah for about three years.
There were two other 9 RAR blokes there, and
nobody could place him. All in all, it was pretty sad,
but the service for him went off well. Given his
service and age, perhaps he would have been a
senior NCO.
If you know of him, could you tell us something
about him, so we could get a better understanding
of who he was. Please feel free to pass this along.
Regards, Blue Corker.
It is rather sad that one of our “Brothers in Arms” of
our battalion passes on without having
experienced the unique fraternity that has been
experienced by a large number of our members. I
know that some of you know of individual ex
members who for some reason or other have no
desire to see or fraternise with ex members of the
battalion. I guess some of them still harbor a
grudge about some perceived wrong inflicted upon
them by either a individual or the Army in general.
Regards,
Bruce Sutherland
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His daughter says the hospital is starting to wean
him off the ventilator etc and is confident he will
recover but the process will take a long time.
If anyone has any messages for Rex I can put you
in touch with his daughter.
Will advise if any major change to the above.
Cheers Dan Penman
“Smiley” Jenkin is going through a battle with
prostrate problems at the moment. We wish him
and Jan all the best during this trying time.
Regards
Bruce Sutherland
Thank you to all those members for keeping
us informed of any deaths and sickness
throughout our 9 RAR family.
Our thoughts are with everyone.
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AUSTRALIAN ARMY
8th/9th Battalion,
The Royal Australian Regiment
Uruzgan Lines, Gallipoli
Barracks,
ENOGGERA QLD 4051
To 9 RAR Association Members,
It is with some sadness that I realise the end of the
year and indeed my time in command of the
8th/9th Battalion fast approaches. However I do
look back on three wonderful years with great
memories, admiration and pride. But what of 2013
and the Battalion? It has certainly proved to be
another busy year with many achievements. Alpha
Company early in the year admirably hosted a
French Army Platoon and established some
relationships and friendships that I suspect may
last for many years. They then force prepared
themselves for a very demanding attachment to
Battle Group Warhorse (2/14 Light Horse
Regiment) and performed as a Combat Team
against the 3rd Brigade during Ex Talisman Sabre.
The entire Battle Group did outstandingly and our
Alpha Company Combat Team once again proved
the Battalion's long standing reputation as
formidable field soldiers.
Whilst this was occurring, Bravo Company
prepared and deployed to Rifle Company
Butterworth in Malaysia for three months. I
managed to visit with them and was impressed
with their professionalism and the jungle fighting
skills they had achieved in a relatively short period
of time. Their overall performance during their tour
resulted in a great deal of accolade for our
Battalion and certainly their CO in Malaysia
commented to me they were one of the best
Australian companies he had ever experienced.
Throughout this period Support Company
continued to provide soldiers, expertise and
capabilities to the Battalion and have been
intimately involved in every activity we have
conducted. As usual Admin Company quietly
worked diligently away to ensure that all
companies were well equipped and had
requirements met. Their fantastic achievements in
this area can not be underestimated.
The end of the year involved the traditional ground
swell of Support Company courses and junior
leader courses.
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As I write we prepare for our birthday week which if
the planning and preparation is anything to go on
will prove to be a memorable occasion and one I
hope to see many Association members attend.
We are also preparing for the change of CO's at
the end of the year and I know the Battalion will be
left in very good hands when Lieutenant Colonel
Jim Hammett assumes command on 06 December
2013. The RSM will promulgate some details of the
small informal handover parade soon and as
always Association members are very welcome.
The year has also had its challenges and
regrettably the Battalion lost one of its own this
year with the tragic passing of Corporal Reece
Harper-Green (HG), an outstanding young man
and popular soldier who will be greatly missed but
never forgotten. This experience did see the
Battalion come together to support each other and
most importantly 'HG's' wonderful family during
their time in need. Reece's family wrote to the
Battalion and part of the letter read "...we
understand now why Reece cared so much about
the Army and his mates. You are an outstanding
group of men and we are so proud that six of
Reece's years 26 years were spent with men and
women who make a difference."
Finally I would like to take this opportunity to thank
the Association for the ongoing support you have
directly and indirectly provided our Battalion
throughout the year. To me you represent a legacy
that I hope we uphold. You represent what it
means to be part of a family orientated Battalion
and most importantly you represent that although
you can take the soldier out of 8/9 RAR you can't
take the Battalion out of him.
I wish you all the very best for the remainder of the
year, a terrific Christmas and I look forward to
seeing you when an opportunity presents.
Yours sincerely,
Kahlil Fegan
Lieutenant Colonel
Commanding Officer
8th/9th Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment
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Update from RSM 8/9 RAR
AUSTRALIAN ARMY
8TH / 9TH BATTALION, THE
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN
REGIMENT
Uruzgan Lines, Gallipoli Barracks,
ENOGGERA QLD 4051
To Invited Guest,
The purpose of this letter is to invite you to the 8/9
RAR Open Day and Beating Retreat Parade on
31 October 2013 in order to celebrate the unit’s
40th Birthday.
Timings for the day are:
Open Day – Commences 1400h and concludes at
1700h; and
Beating Retreat Parade
approximately 1730h.
–
Commences
at
As the Open Day will provide the opportunity for
you to handle weapons and travel in Protected
Mobility Vehicles, it is advised that you dress
appropriately in smart casual dress. It is not
necessary for you to wear a jacket to the parade.
Very sadly, a Corporal, a current
serving Section Commander of
the Battalion was tragically killed
in a vehicle accident on 20
August 2013 in Thailand whilst
on leave. His body was returned
to Australia on 23 August 2013.
An update as promised re:
timings.
CPL Reece
1. Memorial Service on the
Harper-Green
Battalion Parade Ground - Wed
28 Aug 2013 at 1400h, Dress Jacket and tie, no medals. The soldiers will be
DPCU (Cam's). Location - Bn Parade ground,
then afterwards move to the Ram's Retreat.
2.
Funeral at Maleny Showground Hall, then at
Witta Cemetery - Tues 3 Sep 2013, commences
1300h. Dress - Jacket and Tie with medals, we will
take 200 soldiers total.
D. Trill WO1 RSM
8th/9th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment
Kev Lynch has passed on our condolences and
several 9 RAR Association Members attended the
above services.
See photos below of the Memorial Plaques on the
Battalion Parade Ground
There will be a soldier of the battalion at both the
Lloyd St and Wanimo St gates to Gallipoli Barracks
from 1330h on 31 October 2013. Please produce
this letter at the gate, with a photo identification as
your proof of invitation to these events. There will
be no need for you to attend the pass office to
collect a pass to the barracks.
A map will be provided for you to follow to get to
the Battalion and the allocated car park for the
event.
I look forward to seeing you at some stage during
the afternoon or evening.
Kahlil Fegan
Lieutenant Colonel
Commanding Officer
October 2013
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Reprint of
9th Battalion, Royal Australian
Regiment
Vietnam Tour of Duty
1968-69
On Active Service
Background to the Reprint
The Vietnam Tour of Duty Book of the 9th
Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment was
published in 1992.
The editorial team from
Queensland worked tirelessly for many years to
have this written record published and they did a
fantastic job in capturing the essence of the history
and heritage of the Battalion.
On several occasions, we have been asked by
different persons if there are any Tour Books still
available for sale. Unfortunately, the Tour Book
was sold out within several years. These enquiries
have come from 9 RAR members who were not
actively involved at the time and from the widows
and families of our members who have passed
away recently. After a number of these requests,
it was considered that maybe we should look at the
feasibility of reprinting the Tour Book.
In 2012, our initial investigation determined that the
original material and manuscripts were never kept
and that a reprint from that source was out of the
question.
It was then determined to examine the cost of
taking an existing Tour Book and have it
professionally scanned with the resultant files
enhanced so there was no degradation in quality.
These files would then be converted to allow for
them to be published as a book.
Some very definite guidelines were developed and
these were sent to various publishers seeking the
cost of publishing the book.
At the same time,
investigations were carried out to determine where
we may be able to source the funds to start up the
project.
In November 2012, a preliminary proposal was
presented at the Presidents’ Meeting at the Sydney
National 9 RAR Reunion. After discussion, it was
unanimously agreed that the proposal had merit
and that it should proceed.
Following further
investigations, a company was selected and the
process was commenced.
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The original Tour Book has been now been
scanned, all the files have been checked, all proofs
of the printing have been examined and the files
are currently with the printer. A limited number of
the Tour Book Reprint have been ordered.
The delivery schedule indicates that the Tour Book
should be delivered to the Brisbane office by the
end of December 2013. This would mean that
delivery would be able to commence mid January
2014
Financial Status
Right from the beginning there have been two main
strategies that have overridden everything. First,
the quality of the reprint must be as good as the
original book and secondly, that the price should
be as low as possible to make it affordable.
We have been able to source some donations and
grants to cover part of the cost of the scanning
process but have found that the current
environment is not that conducive to raising funds.
These efforts are continuing.
We have sourced some underwriting funds to get
the project completed and plan to recover these
monies from the sale of the Reprint Book.
That is where you, the members, can assist. If you
are able to source some further donations or grants
to cover the remaining cost of the scanning
process that will certainly assist in achieving our
goals.
The next part would be if you could place your
orders early and make the payment at the same
time, this will ensure that we can meet the
conditions of the underwriters.
PRE-ORDERS
are now being taken.
See over for details.
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Details of the
Reprinted Tour Book
The text and photographs of the original Tour Book
have been scanned and then examined to ensure
the scanned copy matches the original. No
alterations have been made to the text or captions.
The reprinted book is a replica of the original book
including the dust jacket, the brown hard case,
section sewn and the original 295 pages. The only
addition was the inclusion of 12 pages at the end of
the book as appendices. The additional pages
were:The two “Omissions” pages from the “9th
Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment Proud to Serve” published by Mr Brian
Vickery.
A ten page “Index of Names” was created
and included.
Each book is enclosed in a cardboard mailing
carton to prevent damage.
Note: A new ISBN number had to be obtained.
Details of Purchase Methods
To purchase the 9 RAR Tour Book there are two
ways of doing this:
1. Online via the Website:
Visit the 9 RAR Queensland website
wwww.9rarqld.org and click on the Tour Book
Reprint heading.
Click on the 9 RAR Tour Book Reprint Order
Form.
Fill out the details on line and click “submit”.
and
then do a Direct Deposit of monies OR send a
cheque or money order by mail.
2. Mail:
Fill out the Order Form at the back of this
newsletter and then mail the Order Form with a
cheque or money order
OR mail the Order Form and do a Direct Deposit
of monies.
(If you need another form visit the 9 RAR
Queensland website wwww.9rarqld.org and
click on the Tour Book Reprint heading, click on
the 9 RAR Tour Book Reprint Order Form PDF
to download a PDF copy)
To make the payment:
Details of Sale Prices
The sale price is $60.00 per book plus postage and
handling.
The postage and handling rates are as follows:Brisbane area - 1 or 2 books - $10.00
(this will be forwarded in their mailing cartons)
All other areas - 1 or 2 books - $15.00
(includes interstate)
(this will be forwarded in a parcel post satchel)
All areas - 3 or more books - price according
to weight
(this will be forwarded in a parcel post carton)
Examples:
Purchase 1 book delivered to Brisbane $60.00 +
$10.00
Purchase 2 books delivered to Brisbane $120.00+_
$10.00
Purchase 2 books delivered to Melbourne $120 +
$15.00
Purchase 3 books delivered to Melbourne $180.00
+ postage on weight approx. $20.00 - $22.00
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Direct Deposit:
BSB: 803 205
Account Number: 20365969 (Defence Bank)
Reference: Ensure to include your Name and
State. If you make a Direct Deposit please
ensure you fill out the Order Form online or mail
the Order Form back asap so they can be linked
together.
Cheques and Money orders
Make them payable to
Nine RAR Association (Qld Br)
and post to
9 RAR Association (QLD)
PO Box 1221
STAFFORD CITY QLD 4053
A special account has been set up in the Defence
Bank to account for all monies.
All monies for the purchase of books will be
receipted and the receipt will be included with the
book when posted out.
See new Tour Book Reprint
Order Form on page 15
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Related Merchandise
to the Tour Book Reprint
If you are purchasing a Tour Book Reprint or have
an original book, you might also be interested in
purchasing a copy of the following items.
9th Battalion, The Royal
Australian Regiment
“Proud to Serve”
This book was published in 2006 by
Brian Vickery.
Purchase price is $35.00 plus $10.00 postage and
handling.
If you have already purchased this book, you will
be aware that the index at the back is incorrect. A
corrected version of the Index is to be placed up on
the website for you to download.
9 RAR Ladies Get Togethers
The ladies are still meeting regularly to meet up for
a chat, a nice meal and to support each other.
Since the last report they have been to the Aspley
Hornets and to Redlands Indigiscape Tea Garden
Cafe.
The next morning tea and luncheon is planned for
Monday 25 November 2013 at the home of Lynn
Kennedy. It is for a Christmas craft day and the
time is from 9.00am onwards.
Please bring a
plate.
Please direct any queries to Dawn on 0437 872
634.
If you need a lift give Dawn a call and
hopefully someone lives nearby. This will be the
last get together for the year.
Bunker Assault Print
Purchase price is $15.00 plus $10.00 postage and
handling. Will be mailed in a mailing tube.
Dust Jacket for the Original 9 RAR Tour Book
Purchase price is $5.00 plus $10.00 postage and
handling. Will be mailed in a mailing tube.
Note: We have been able to source some
original dust jackets to fit the original Tour Book.
Members have said that their dust jackets have
either faded terribly or are torn. This is a great
chance to revitalize your collection.
Taken at the Aspley Hornets
Standing: Rosie, Dawn, Lynn
Sitting: Kathy, Rosemary, Jan
See Merchandise Order Form
on Page 14
Interesting Item
Thought this may be of interest...not something I ever thought about.
In case you were wondering what happened to all those fuel tanks that were jettisoned over Southeast
Asia
From Rod Slater
Niner News - Issue 69 (November 2013)
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Regiment’s 65th Birthday Luncheon
2013
The President BRIG N WEEKES (rtd) AM, MC &
Members of THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN
REGIMENT ASSOCIATION QLD (Inc) are pleased
to invite you to the Birthday Luncheon.
Host: MAJ S McCrohon (rtd) President 8th/9th
Battalion ,The Royal Australian Regt Association
Date: Saturday 16 November 2013
Venue: The Royal Australian Regiment National
Memorial Walk & Ram’s Retreat, Uruzgan Lines,
8/9 RAR, Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera, Brisbane
Timings: 11.00am for 11.30am Service and Pre
Lunch Fellowship, at The Royal Australian
Regiment National Memorial Walk,( after service
Note from
Newsletter Editor Dan Penman
Hi All,
I believe it is time for me to stand down from the
newsletter editor’s position to allow some new
thoughts and a new direction to take effect.
Over the last nine years, it has been a great
pleasure to bring the Niner News to you - 29 issues
in total. I thank you for your articles, photos and
all your support.
The newsletter is a great communication means to
maintain contact and to ensure the memories are
not forgotten as life goes on.
Look forward to seeing you at the various
Functions.
Regards, Dan
move to 8/9 RAR )
Dress: Smart Casual for members and Guests,
Serving Personnel Patrol Order less weapons &
radio
Please Note: Old Green, Khaki or DCPU or Unit
Polo Shirts can be worn
Seating: Pre-allocated tables of 10 or random
seating allocation
Guest Speaker: The speaker is from 8/9 RAR
Attendees: All Serving Members of the Regiment,
Current and Past members of the RAR
Associations, partners, friends and guests.
Reminders
31 Oct 13
8/9 RAR Open Day and
Battalion Beating the Retreat
Parade
See page 7 for details
09 Nov 13
Biennial General Meeting - to
elect a new committee and
discuss future activities.
The BGM will be followed by a
function to remember the 40th
Anniversary of when 9 RAR
ceased as a separate unit and
was linked with 8 RAR to
become 8/9 RAR. There is a
real emphasis to involve all
those from the 1970-73 period.
See page 4 for details.
Cost: $60.00 includes Buffet, pre-positioned Red &
White wine one bottle per table, Desert, Tea&
Coffee with Cheese Platter.
Once all allocated funds for drinks are expended,
ALL OTHER DRINKS WILL BE AT YOUR COST
Please advise of any special dietary requirements
when booking
Payment: Registration Forms with Payment to RAR
Association QLD and post to:
Gallipoli Barracks Enoggera Mail Centre 4051 or
Direct Deposit
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased directly from:
Greg Decker 0417464251
Ron Goodall 0488183095
LAST DAY TO REGISTER
MONDAY 11th NOVEMBER 2013
Parking: On Site and Street Parking, plus train bus
or taxi and access to base is via a modified entry
nominal roll otherwise you have to get a pass on
the day from the Pass Office at the main gate.
Further Enquires to
Greg Decker
secretary.rarassociationqld@gmail.com
or Ron Goodall rj.goodall@bigpond.com
www.rar.org.au
Niner News - Issue 69 (November 2013)
11 Nov 13
Remembrance Day - Time to
pause for a minute’s silence to
remember all men and women
who have served our nation.
13 Nov 13
9 RAR - 46th Anniversary
Memorial Service and Birthday
Celebrations - NMW Brisbane
See page 2 for details.
16 Nov 13
The Royal Australian
Regiment’s 65th Birthday
Luncheon.
See previous column for details
Let Secretary know of any change of details to
your home address and/or email address.
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9 RAR Museum News
1. Mortar Platoon Photo
Further to the large photo in the last Niner News,
Rod Slater sent in the several photos that he had
taken overseas. This is one of them.
L - R: Rod Slater, Ralph Brase, Rod Harlor, Jeff Rundle
2. Wanted - Desk Top Computer
In the last Niner News we put in an advert asking if
anyone had an old desktop they could donate to
the Museum
We didn’t get any offers but one of members,
Graham Michell offered his services and came out
to the Museum and did some minor repairs to get
the computer working again. Not too sure for how
long.
Thanks very much Graham.
Members’ Update
Brian Daly and Tony Daniels are are working on
organising a 2 Platoon and CHQ, reunion in
Canberra around about 24 – 29 April 2014. If you
are interested in attending let me or Brian know.
Bruce Sutherland
More of Getting Older part 3
An elderly couple had dinner at another couple's
house, and after eating, the wives left the table and
went into the kitchen.
The two gentlemen were talking, and one said,
'Last night we went out to a new restaurant and it
was really great. I would recommend it very highly.'
The other man said, 'What is the name of the
restaurant?'
The first man thought and thought and finally said,
'What's the name of that flower you give to
someone you love? You know, the one that's red
and has thorns.'
'Do you mean a rose?'
'Yes, that's the one,' replied the man. He then
turned towards the kitchen and yelled, 'Rose,
what's the name of that restaurant we went to last
night?'
Morris, an 82 year-old veteran, went to the doctor
to get a physical.
A few days later, the doctor saw Morris walking
down the street with a gorgeous young woman on
his arm.
A couple of days later, the doctor spoke to Morris
and said, 'You're really doing great, aren't you?'
Morris replied, 'Just doing what you said, Doc: 'Get
a hot mamma and be cheerful.''
The doctor said, 'I didn't say that.. I said, 'You've
got a heart murmur; be careful.'
3. Recent Additions
Dear Dan,
I have sent you some slides that I took while I
was in Vietnam with the Battalion in 1968-69. I
hope they are suitable for your Museum.
Gordon Howe
Editor’s Note: Gordon has sent down
approx. 60 original slides and in due course
they will be processed and placed up on the
website in the Historical Photos under the
Museum Collection Section.
Thanks Gordon
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9th Battalion
The Royal Australian Regiment Association (Queensland)
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
New Member:□
(Please tick appropriate box)
Membership Renewal:□
Change of Address:□
Surname: …………………………………………………………………………….………
First name/s: ………………………………………………………………………………
Address: ……………………………………………………………………………..………
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State: ..……..….
Post Code: ……………….
Home Telephone: ………………………………………………………………….…
Mobile Number: ………………………………………………………………….…….
Email Address: …………………………………………………………………………
Spouse/Partner’s Name: ………………………………………………………
Details for Name Tag: ……………………………………………………………
(Name Tags for new members are free; for existing members the cost is $6.50)
Ordinary Member: $60.00 for 3 years □
Associate Member: $45.00 for 3 years □
(Please tick appropriate box)
Enclosed is cheque/money order for $............
[Make payable to Nine RAR Association (Qld-br)]
Please return application form and payment to :
9 RAR Association (Qld)
P.O. Box 1221
Stafford City, Qld. 4053
MERCHANDISE ORDER FORM
Battalion Plaque
Battalion Tie
9 RAR mini Banner 90x70cm
Australian Flag 140x90cm
9 RAR Flag (small) 45x30cm
Back Pack with Ram emblem
Shoulder Bag with Ram emblem
Polo Shirt
Sizes (please specify number):
XXXL
XXL
XL
L
M
9 RAR Cap (matching)
@ $45.00
@ $30.00
@ $75.00
@ $10.00
@ $10.00
@ $20.00
@ $20.00
@ $32.50
@ $20.00
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Stubby Holder with Shaggy Ram @ $ 7.50
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Cloth Patches with Shaggy Ram @ $10.00
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ALL PRICES ON THE ABOVE ITEMS INCLUDE
POSTAGE AND HANDLING. THIS WILL BE
REVIEWED AT THE BGM IN NOVEMBER 2013.
PLEASE NOTE for those items marked with *** below
there is now a postage and handling fee of $10.00. This
is due to the increase in cost of purchasing the satchels
and especially the mailing tubes.
Bunker Assault Print ***
@ $15.00
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Dust Jacket Orig. Tour Book *** @ $ 5.00
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Publication: *** 9th Battalion, The Royal Australian
Regiment “Proud to Serve”
@ $35.00
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(Please make all Cheques or Money Orders payable to Nine RAR Association (Qld-Br)
Please find enclosed a cheque /money order for the sum of $_________, being payment for the items
above plus postage and handling where appropriate.
Mail my Order to:
Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Telephone No: (H) …………………………………………….…….(Mob) ……………………………………………..…..
Email: …………………………………………………………………………………….
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9th Battalion
The Royal Australian Regiment Association
9 RAR TOUR BOOK REPRINT - ORDER FORM
To purchase the 9 RAR Tour Book Reprint, fill out this Order Form and then mail the
Form to the address below with a cheque or money order OR mail the Form to the address below
and do a Direct Deposit of fees.
Direct Deposit Details:
BSB: 803 205
Account Number: 20365969 (Defence Bank)
Reference: Ensure to include your name and State. If you make a Direct Deposit please ensure
you fill out the Application Form on line or mail this Application Form back asap so they can be
linked together.
Make Cheques and Money orders payable to - Nine RAR Association (Qld Br)
and attach to Form and post to
9 RAR Association (QLD)
PO Box 1221
STAFFORD CITY QLD 4053
Quantity
Cost
………………….
$…………………….
9 RAR Tour Book Reprint
$60.00 per book
Postage:
Brisbane - 1 or 2 books
$10.00
$…………………….
All other areas - 1 or 2 books $15.00
$…………………….
All areas - 3 books or more
(Contact us for separate cost)
Total Cost of Order:
$……………………..
Mail my Order to:
Surname: ……………………………………....………………....First name: …………………………………………………………...
Address: ……………………………………………………………………………..……….................................................
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State: ……..….....
Post Code: ……………..
Home Telephone: (0..…) ……………………………………… Mobile Number: ………………………………………………………
Email Address: ………………………………………………………………………….....................
Please find enclosed a cheque /money order for the sum of $_________, being payment for the
purchase of the book/s above.
I have made a Direct Deposit for the sum of $_________ on _________ (date), being payment for
the purchase of the book/s above.
Enquiries can be directed via email to Dan Penman on admin@9rarqld.org
Website: www.9rarqld.org
Laid up in the All Saints Chapel,
Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera
Duty First
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9 RAR Association (QLD)
Issue 69 - November 2013
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9 RAR Association (Qld) Committee Contacts - 2013
President:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Newsletter Editor:
Merchandise
Committee Members:
Mail Address:
9 RAR Association (Qld)
PO Box 1221
STAFFORD CITY QLD 4053
Kevin Lynch ………………...
Dave McDonald ...........
Dave McDonald ……………...
Dan Penman ..............
Ian Sanders…………………
Kim Mongan ...............
Derek Nixon-Smith .....
Email Address
Secretary
secretary@9rarqld.org
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(07) 5493 6129
0458 943 212
0458 943 212
(07) 3397 0087
(07) 3822 3019
0437 798 185
(07) 3352 6752
Internet Websites
9 RAR Association (Qld)
www.9rarqld.org
9 RAR Association National www.9rar.org.au
RAR Association (Qld)
www.rar.org.au
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