Tag: army

Miniature flags mark veteran graves

Miniature Australian flags have recently been placed in tribute on the graves of veterans in the Millicent and Tantanoola cemeteries.
The gesture was undertaken by...

‘Top dog’ farewelled

Afour legged participant will be missing from Millicent’s Anzac Day march in 2024.
A beloved blue heeler, ex-Army mascot dog had retired to Millicent in...

Squadron immersed in cultural activities

As part of the recent Exercise Hermes Run at Mount Gambier, signallers from 108 Signal Squadron immersed themselves in Indigenous culture and activities.
​ The event...

Veterans find peace at Robe

The innovative veterans support program Robe 2 Recovery is looking for further community support. A spokesperson said the local group is dedicated to empowering veterans...

Rare military medal awarded

Hatherleigh resident David Smith was recently invested with the Conspicuous Service Cross at a ceremony at Government House in Adelaide. The rare medal was announced...

Aged care service salutes Army helpers

The management of Boneham Aged Care Services in Millicent has paid tribute to the nine visiting Australian Defence Force personnel who have been providing...

We will remember them

A reflective silence fell across towns in the Limestone Coast yesterday morning as residents gathered to pay their respects at Anzac Day services. Dawn services...

Veterans march to beat of familiar drum

Music from multiple instruments will accompany the Millicent Anzac Day marchers for the first time in decades. Veterans, next-of-kin, uniformed emergency services personnel and other...

Service gratitude lasts lifetime

AKingston former serviceman has received a formal acknowledgment recognising his service to the Australian Defence Force. Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin presented Allan McGuiness...

State Governor to visit region

The new Governor of South Australia will attend a commemorative service to mark the centenary of the Robe War Memorial at 11am on December...