New service set to commemorate and recognise contributions of defence personnel over past 50 years

A special commemoration recognising the contribution of defence force personnel over the last 50 years will be hosted by the Albany RSL sub-branch on Sunday.

It will take place at the South East Asia Memorial within the Forts precinct with formalities starting at 11.30am after a performance from the City of Albany band from 11am.

The service is a new addition to the Albany sub-branch’s calendar after it was identified there had previously been no formal services to recognise the contributions of personnel who have served since 1973.

It will follow a similar format to other RSL services with wreathes being laid, a letter reading and a keynote address being delivered by sub-branch president Rex Hendriks.

Following the service attendees will be invited to the RSL on Stirling Terrace for refreshments.

The service concept has reportedly attracted interest from several other branches, and the Albany sub-branch is keen to build on it in years to come.