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1 Caring for the families of those who served their country THE A MAGAZINE FROM MELBOURNE LEGACY - ISSUE ANSWER Published by: Legacy, Melbourne (ABN ) Print Post Approved ANZAC Student Commemoration record crowd Book for Legacy Sunday Melbourne Legacy has a new CEO 2015 SWAC entries open 1

2 Caring for the families of those who served their country FROM THE WIDOWS COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN Dear friends I returned from overseas in time for ANZAC Day where I attended the Dawn Service at Green Point, Brighton Beach then into the city to participate in the March to the Shrine. Despite the wet conditions it was wonderful to see so many people along St Kilda Road and the Shrine precinct. FROM THE EDITOR Hi everyone I spent Mother's Day seeing 'Strictly Ballroom' - a fabulous show and much better than the Sydney version. By the time you read this column I will have had a much-anticipated short break in Murwillimbah to catch up with family in May. I hope you're all rugging up against the cold and keeping warm! Cheers Dot Byrne Noelle in Tromso, Norway My holiday was spent in Surrey, England with my sister and we enjoyed a cruise from Dover to Norway and the Faroe Islands. I'm pleased to report that we were fortunate to see the Northern Lights and the Solar Eclipse during the cruise. From the spring flowers in England to autumn here in Melbourne. I hope our winter will be kind to us - enough rain for the farmers and snow for the skiers. Have you had your flu shot yet? Planning is well underway for Legacy Sunday so please keep 30 August free. Keep warm and safe. Noelle Pratt FROM THE WIDOWS CLUB CO-ORDINATOR Hello ladies I hope everyone is well during this busy time of the year. We have had school holidays, Easter and ANZAC Day over the past months. The Dawn Service at the Shrine of Remembrance was particularly moving. It was great to see that the weather didn t dampen the fantastic attendance of 80,000 people. The March later in the day was also well attended. This was an exciting time for me as my son, Lachlan, went with fellow high school students from the 38 Army Cadet Unit to his first ANZAC service. I have started receiving inquiries about Legacy Sunday and would encourage everyone to register early this year. Please find the registration form to attend on the back cover of this issue. If you have any enquiries please contact me on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Fridays from until 3.00pm on Trisha Keevers LEGACY WIDOWS PRAYER We pray for help and guidance To keep us safe and well, and to be kind to one another. Also help us to give support to those who need it. AMEN IN FLANDERS FIELDS In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place, and in the sky The larks still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders Fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe, To you from failing hands we throw The Torch: be yours to hold it high! If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders Fields Lt Col John McCrae ( ) (A Canadian Artillery Medical Officer, who died on 28th January 1918 whilst on active service in France. He is buried at Wimereux, France.) Fear not that you have died for naught; The Torch you threw to us we caught! And now our hands will hold it high, Its glorious light shall never die. We ll not break faith with you who lie On many a field. R.W. Lilliard (An American Poet. The Answer was adapted from the second verse of his poem An American Answer which was first published in the New York Evening Post ) This magazine provides information on a range of services for the benefit of our members. Items are welcomed for inclusion. However, as publication does not necessarily mean endorsement, Legacy cannot be held responsible for non-performance of goods and services. A decision to proceed is entirely at the discretion of the individual. 2

3 PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Caring for the families of those who served their country INSIDE Front cover ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony for Students...1 Hello everyone I trust that everyone is well and preparing for the onset of winter. April was certainly a very busy month with many activities centred around the Spirit of ANZAC. The Welcome Home Parade of service personnel involved in Iraq and Afghanistan (Operation Slipper) held in March, culminating in a service at the Shrine of Remembrance, was well attended and supported by the citizens of Melbourne. The reception given to these young service men and women was very heart warming. On 23 April nearly 7000 students from all parts of Victoria participated in the Legacy ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony for Students at the Shrine and, once again, the weather was very kind to us with beautiful autumn sunshine. Not so kind was the weather on 25 April, however, for the ANZAC Day March, attended by thousands of veterans and dependents. It was great to see many of our widows and legatees participating. With the onset of winter I urge you all to have heating appliances checked to ensure that they are in safe working order. Winter can be a difficult time with increased heating bills, so please remember to let your supplier know your concession number and expiry date. This must be done yearly to ensure that you get the concession benefit you are entitled to. Legacy may be able to help if you are having difficulty in meeting the costs and are in necessitous circumstances. If this is the case, please notify Legacy House and we will see how we can assist in keeping you warm. Until the next issue of The Answer, I wish you all good health and a winter free of colds and chills. Ian Harrison President This month s cover: WWII Legatees Alex McCulloch and Allan Couper with students from Sacred Heart Girls' College, Oakleigh at the ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony Melbourne Legacy gratefully acknowledge funding assistance received for the production of The Answer from the Victorian Government via the Victorian Veterans Council Grants Program PLEASE NOTE:- Responsibility for all matters referred to or published in The Answer is accepted on behalf of The Board of Management of Legacy Melbourne,The Chairman of Melbourne Legacy Widows Committee, Legatee Noelle Pratt President s Message...3 Activities for June/July...4 In Memoriam...6 Club News...7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 20, 22 Around the Clubs...5,13,15, 21, 22, 25, 27 Outer Eastern Widows' lunch Melbourne Legacy new CEO...16 Stroke rehabilitation...17 Titanic Rec Day/ Back to Caulfield...18 Operation Slipper th ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony for Students...23 Legacy Sunday...26 Walking for Pleasure...28 Monthly concerts...29 Theatre bookings Holidays...31 Legacy Sunday Reservation Request...32 Contributions to The Answer: newsletter@legacymelb.com.au Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne 3000 GPO Box 4312, Melbourne 3001 Tel: (03) Fax: (03) info@legacymelb.com.au Website: President: Legatee Ian Harrison Patron: The Hon Alex Chernov AO QC Governor of Victoria DEADLINES FOR FEBRUARY APRIL JUNE AUGUST OCTOBER DECEMBER 1 January 1 March 1 May 1 July 1 September 1 November 3

4 Caring for the families of those who served their country ACTIVITIES Mon 1 JUNE Widows Concert - Gordon McKenzie & friends Tue 2 Legacy Lunch & Speaker Kew Widows Clubs invited Swimming Exercises Wed 3 Stamps Fri 5 Exercises Sun 7 Younger Widows' Lunch 12.00pm 12.30pm 12.00pm Mon 8 Queen's Birthday - Legacy House closed Tue 9 Swimming Exercises Wed 10 Stamps Fri 12 Exercises Tue 16 Legacy Lunch & Speaker Malvern & Southport Widows Clubs invited Swimming Exercises Wed 17 Stamps Fri 19 Exercises Tue 23 Legacy Lunch & Speaker Essendon & Sunbury Widows Clubs invited Swimming Exercises Wed 24 Stamps Fri 26 Exercises 12.30pm 12.30pm Wed 1 Stamps Fri 2 Exercises JULY Sun 5 Younger Widows' Lunch Mon 6 Widows Concert - Don Jones Tue 7 Legacy Lunch & Speaker Box Hill Widows Club invited Swimming Exercises Wed 8 Stamps Fri 10 Exercises Tue 14 Swimming Exercises Wed 15 Stamps Fri 17 Exercises Tue 21 Legacy Lunch & Speaker Coburg Widows Club invited Swimming Exercises Wed 22 Stamps Fri 24 Exercises Tue 28 Legacy Lunch & Speaker Camberwell/Hawthorn Widows Club invited Swimming Exercises 12.00pm 12.00pm 12.30pm 12.30pm 12.30pm Swimming Wed 27 Stamps Exercises Fri 28 Exercises ELIGIBLE LEGACY WIDOWS (including Allied) If a widow/er is ENROLLED in Legacy they are able to apply for ALL services that Legacy offers. A Gold Card or Centrelink or War Widows Pension are not pre-requisites to be eligible for financial or welfare assistance. Widow/ers of Allied Servicemen/women (British, NZ etc) can also apply. If a widow/er NEEDS ASSISTANCE contact their LEGATEE or phone LEGACY HOUSE on (Eligibility is for Legacy services not for a DVA Gold Card) 4

5 Caring for the families of those who served their country Proud to be a member of Legacy s Torch Society Mrs Gwen Davis was recently inducted into the Melbourne Legacy Torch Society, a group formed to recognise like-minded people who have confirmed that they have included a bequest to Legacy in their Will. She is pictured with the President of Melbourne Legacy, Ian Harrison, receiving the Legacy Torch Society Certificate. Gwen said, I like to think that by including Legacy in my Will I am perpetuating what my husband, a Legatee, did and the money I have bequeathed to Legacy will help the children coming through from the Gulf conflicts and Afghanistan war. I know what it was like to care for a wounded soldier and I am comforted to learn that Legacy now also supports families who have lost their health due to serving their country. My husband, Albert Davis, returned home from WW2 with injuries and poor health and upon being repatriated he spent the rest of his life committed to the welfare of ex-servicemen and families of deceased veterans. Albert actually worked for Legacy in the 1960s as a finance director and later became a Legatee and he never ceased caring about veterans and their families. Legacy was very close to his heart. When I made my Will it was a conscious decision to include Legacy and I am proud to now be a member of the Legacy Torch Society, said Gwen. The Melbourne Legacy Torch Society has 150 members, including Legacy Widow, Gwen Davis, all of whom have confirmed that they have left a bequest to Legacy in their Will. If you would like more information on leaving a bequest in your Will, please contact Melbourne Legacy s Community Liaison Officer, Bruce Roberts on (03) Around the Clubs Epping Legacy Widows' Club Epping Legacy Widows' Club was invited to Legatee Derithe s home for lunch in May. It was a surprise venue and the ladies were very impressed with the 3-course meals she provided. 5

6 Caring for the families of those who served their country In Memoriam Melbourne Legacy gratefully acknowledges the thoughtful generosity of people who choose to make an In Memoriam donation rather than sending flowers at the time of death of a relative or close friend. We also warmly thank those who make a regular Memorial Gift close to the anniversary of the death of a loved one as a caring way to remember them. IN MEMORY OF DONATION MADE BY Doris Hughes Ms T Wansley Elsie Nugent M Morena Honarah Hudson Ms B M Thomas Jean Minetti Ms A Gaze Jeanette Lambie Essendon Legacy Widows' Club Jeanette Metcalf Ms W Metcalfe Mr K P & Mrs J E Jordt Mrs E A Taylor Anonymous Joan Zinnecker Mrs R Warner Miss M Dean Mr D & Mrs T Antonello Joan Zinnecker cont. Mrs L R Candy Werribee Legacy Widows' Club Mrs M Butter Anonymous (4) Joan & Lynette I Antonello Ms M Stangherlin Mr G & Mrs A Stangherlin Ms C Williams Mabel Cummings K & E Lam J Small Anonymous (2) Beryl Whitehead Ms K Koh Muriel Stewart Anonymous (3) Ms J Holt Norma Hill Essendon Legacy Widows' Club Sheila Wilcox Mrs J Wilcox Mrs S Jones Queries or donations in regard to In Memoriam can be directed to Michelle Johnstone on

7 Caring for the families of those who served their country CLUB NEWS ALBURY Meetings 1st Wed at 1.00pm Pres D Wood Sec B Townsend ANGLESEA RSL Rooms, Murray St, Anglesea Meetings 4th Mon at 2.00pm Pres R Cullen Sec B Butterworth ARARAT Ararat RSL, High St, Ararat Meetings 2nd Mon at 2.30pm Act Pres I Ramsay Sec N Bowen ASHBURTON Uniting Church Hall, 3 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton Meetings 3rd Wed at 12.30pm Our year started well with Comradeship lunch in March - always an enjoyable event. First outing was a cruise and lunch on the 'Hygeia' around Corio Bay with an interesting commentary and excellent meal. We sadly report the death of Pat Hough in February who will be remembered by all. Condolences to her family. Sue Goodman is our new visit co-ordinator after the resignation of Joy Golden. We thank Joy for her work. Get well wishes to all sick members. Pres D Williams Sec G Golding Visits S Goodman BACCHUS MARSH Various Social Club Pres J Carr Sec L Bates BALLARAT 5 Raglan St Sth, Ballarat Meetings 2nd Tue at 1.30pm Pres A Carr Sec E McLure BAYSWATER Bayswater RSL, 626 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater Meetings 1st Fri at 12 noon Co-ord J Leyden BEAUMARIS Beaumaris Community Centre, Reserve Rd, Beaumaris Meetings 4th Mon at 1.30pm Our very special President Muriel is recovering well from a serious accident some weeks ago. We wish her a continued safe recovery. Several members attended the Beaumaris RSL ANZAC Commemoration Service on 19 April. A wreath was laid by Jule and Paula. May outing was a tour of the Shrine of Remembrance. Our 25 May meeting was the last at Beaumaris RSL after a long and happy association. The AGM on 22 June at 2pm will be held in our new premises at Beaumaris Community Centre, Reserve Rd, Beaumaris. BELLARINE Portarlington/StLeonards RSL hall, Cnr Fenwick & Harding Sts, Portarlington Pres M Bott Sec P Paul Welfare M Cameron Meetings 2nd Wed at 10.30am Pres E Clifton BENALLA Benalla Golf Club, Mansfield Rd, Benalla Meetings 3rd Mon at 12 noon Pres F Knippel Sec W Wippell BERWICK RSL Hall, Langmore Lane, Berwick Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm Sec B Williams BLACKBURN RSL Hall, Diggers Way, Blackburn Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.00am Pres P Garnsey Sec E Nichol BORONIA Progress Hall, 134 Boronia Rd, Boronia Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.00pm Boronia ladies had a busy time attending a barbecue at Lilydale Lake with Yarra Valley Legacy. Lots of good food, raffles and laughter. Our Evelyn was lucky enough to win the bottle of wine. The meeting in March was a luncheon. We went on a trip to Mount Macedon. Grace, Ethel and others walked to the Cross. Lunch was enjoyed at the Top of The Range Cafe. Kenneth, the local peacock, posed for some photos, but without his tail! We headed for the bus and down came the rain. A cook's tour on the way home went past Pentridge, which looks a lot different to what we remember. For our 37th birthday in April we had the Glen Goldies entertain us in a superb concert. Some members knitted poppies, which treasurer, Jean Carter, put into a wreath for laying at the ANZAC Day service at Boronia RSL on 19 April. Thanks to the ladies who helped sell ANZAC Day badges. We welcomed new member, Audrey Armstrong. Get well soon to Evelyn Pringle and any other ladies who are on the sick list. Pres D Dodd Sec J Gough

8 Caring for the families of those who served their country BOX HILL Box Hill RSL, Upton Room, 26 Nelson Rd, Box Hill Meetings 3rd Mon at 10.30am Pres G Lewis Sec P Douglas BURNSIDE 16 Nicol Ave, Burnside Meetings 2nd Tue at 2.00pm Pres N Johnson CAMBERWELL/ HAWTHORN RSL Club Rooms, 403 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell Meetings 3rd Mon at 10.30am Pres E Dempster Sec J Vincent CAMPERDOWN Co-ord S Moran CAULFIELD-ST KILDA Caulfield RSL, 4 St Georges Rd, Elsternwick Meetings 1st Wed at 1.30pm In March we enjoyed lunch at the Templestowe hotel. At our April meeting Margaret O'Keefe from Caulfield RSL informed us about the RSL's activities commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Gallipoli. On 20 May we went to the Shrine followed by lunch at the Docklands. Pres M Mallinson Sec P Petersen CENTRAL GIPPSLAND RSL Clubrooms, Albert St, Warragul Meetings 2nd Thu at 11.00am Theme for our March meeting was a Teddy Bears Picnic. Members brought along their favourite teddy, doll or soft toy. Lunch was hosted by the Central Gippsland Legacy Committee. Guest speakers at our April meeting were Sunil Bhatt and Nathan Krishnan from the Warragul Amcal Pharmacy who spoke on the services available to assist senior members of the community in the control and management of their medications and also care of skin in winter. Best wishes to our ladies who are not in the best of health. Pres N Reynolds Sec A Smith CHELSEA Chelsea RSL, Thames Pde, Chelsea Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm March was our AGM and all office bearers were re-elected. Thanks to all of them for their good work. Also thank you to Vera, Pat and Sandra who have taken over afternoon tea duties this year. Andrew from Penny Farthing Gifts was at the April meeting with a lovely range of goods. The club was well represented on ANZAC Day and laid wreaths at both services at the RSL. Monthly lunches at the RSL are well attended and enjoyed by all. Best wishes to all not feeling the best. The red poppies that so many of us made were a delight to see at Federation Square. Congratulations to all who contributed to this project. Pres B O Brien Sec V Webber CITY SOCIALITES Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne Meetings 1st Fri at 1.00pm Legatee M Armstrong CLAYTON Clayton RSL, Carinish Rd, Clayton Meetings 1st Fri at 1.30pm Just before the start of our first meeting for the year we lost three of our ladies: Monica Maidment, Carmen Cronin and Roma Lowthian. We will miss them. In February some members went on a trip to the Blue Lotus Water Garden in Yarra Junction. They all had a lovely day. Having transport to take them was very much appreciated. The number of ladies now attending the Monday concert at Legacy House is increasing because a bus is provided. Pres S Turnor Sec S Turnor COBRAM Killara House, Bank St, Cobram Meetings 4th Fri at 2.00pm Pres J West Sec P Kelly COBURG Uniting Church Hall, 10 Cumberland Rd, Pascoe Vale Meetings 2nd Thu at 10.30am What a lovely day ANZAC Day was with all the different services. Our thoughts were with all. We have a busy few months ahead starting with Kris Spark from the Council of the Aging speaking about moving or staying. In June we have Annie Fok from Moreland Community Health Service to speak. Best wishes to all who are not feeling the best. Pres V Dyke Sec J Whitehead COLAC Legacy House, Gellibrand St, Colac Meetings 3rd Thu at 1.30pm Pres P Robb Sec M Haycroft CORNER INLET Foster Hotel, Main St, Foster Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.30am Pres R Bryan OAM JP Sec S McAuliffe CRANBOURNE Cranbourne RSL, Sth Gippsland Hwy, Cranbourne Meetings 1st Mon at 10.30am Pres S Pearse Sec J Blacket CROYDON Keystone Hall, Civic Square, Croydon Meetings 1st Thu at 12.30pm Pres J Abbenhuis Sec D Haynes Visits D Haynes

9 Caring for the families of those who served their country WATER EXERCISE CLASS The water exercise class is conducted by Betty Luders at the Melbourne City Baths, 420 Swanston St, Melbourne Tuesday Class by Betty Luders onward GENTLE EXERCISE CLASSES Our popular floor and chair exercise classes are conducted by qualified instructors, Betty Luders and Bill Stevens at Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne Tuesday Class with Bill Stevens 11.00am Gentle exercises Friday Class with Betty Luders 11.00am Gentle exercises Phone Trisha Keevers on for information Have you lost one of these items? Did you send them in by mistake with a bundle of stamps? Sometimes strange items turn up with stamps for fundraising at Legacy House. If you have misplaced the pictured items please call Trisha Keevers on LEGACY HOUSE MELBOURNE Open weekdays (9am to 5pm). All Legacy members are welcome to call in for a chat, a cuppa and biscuits (free of charge), a plate of sandwiches ($4.00) or just to rest in the Domec Carré lounge on the 2nd floor. ELIZABETH STREET Sausage Casserole Ingredients: sausages carrots and onions sliced pepper and salt LATROBE STREET Melbourne Central Station LITTLE LONSDALE LEGACY HOUSE SWANSTON STREET STREET QV Shopping Centre LONSDALE STREET RUSSELL STREET WANTED TO BUY ABORIGINAL, NEW GUINEA & PACIFIC ISLAND Carvings, Paintings, Weapons and Artefacts Tel: Free Call Malcolm or Rene Aboriginal & Pacific Art Gallery TOP PRICES PAID (Advertisement) Gravy 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp vinegar 2 heaped tbsp plain flour 1 tbsp sugar 1½ cups boiling water Method Mix Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, flour and sugar in a basin and pour over sausages and vegetables in a casserole dish. Pour boiling water over. Cover dish and heat in moderate oven for 2 hours. Or microwave for approximately 20 minutes on high. Serve with jacket potatoes, roast pumpkin and green vegetables. Barry Hall 1991, A Legacy of Recipes, Legacy Club of Adelaide Incorporated 9

10 Caring for the families of those who served their country DANDENONG Dandenong RSL, Clow St, Dandenong Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.00pm Sec B Fitzgerald DINGLEY Cheltenham RSL, Centre Dandenong Rd, Cheltenham Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm In March we had a great trip around the bay to Sorrento, caught the ferry to Queenscliff then lunch at Jack Rabbit winery. It was a beautiful day. In May we had a bus trip to Phillip Island, a visit to a chocolate factory then lunch at Cowes. DONCASTER/ TEMPLESTOWE RSL Hall, cnr Doncaster Road & Leeds Street, Doncaster East Pres D Crowden Sec A Craven Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.30am Pres J Livingston Sec B Richards EAST GIPPSLAND Bairnsdale RSL, Princes Hwy, Bairnsdale Meetings 3rd Thu at 11.00am Pres N Trigg Sec D Beare ECHUCA Workers & Servicemen's Club, Annesley St, Echuca Meetings 1st Mon at 1.30pm Pres M Chandler Sec M Hooper EPPING Epping RSL, Harvest Home Rd, Epping Meetings 1st Tue at 10.30am Our club had two informative speakers in March and April. The first was an occupational therapist who spoke on applying for assistance in the home. Second guest was Ann Clendinnen (welfare coordinator at Melbourne Legacy) who spoke about Being Active Your Way. We welcomed two new members over the last two months and hope Jenny and Audrey enjoy their time at the club. Two members attended Whittlesea Plenty Ranges Convention Centre to see the 100th Anniversary of Gallipoli. Both widows enjoyed it and found it quite moving. Pres N Ormsby Legatee I Capicchiano EUROA RSL Club Rooms, Kirkland Ave, Euroa Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm Legatee L Musgrove ESSENDON Keilor East RSL, Hoffmans Rd, Essendon Meetings 3rd Thu at Sadly we lost another two valued members: Jean Lambie and Norma Hill. Many of our ladies attended ANZAC services during April but our speaker that month was a 'no show. This month, however, we look forward to welcoming Dot Byrne to speak on 18 June. On 25 June we will hold our Mid-Winter lunch at the RSL. July s speaker is from Essendon Historical Society and 23 July will be Christmas in July' at Donegans Farm. Most of our outings are now a 10am start. Please stay well during winter! (Apologies for incorrectly changing Essendon's news in April - Editor) Pres E Purcell Sec H Bircher Soc Sec V Bourke Welfare A Lewis FOOTSCRAY Footscray Library, 56 Paisley Street, Footscray Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.00pm Our meeting at the Footscray library was enjoyed by members. Diane supplied lunch for the ladies. Next outing will be to Williamstown RSL. We enjoyed lunch and the speaker at Legacy House on 26 May. Pres L Russ FRANKSTON Frankston RSL, Cranbourne Road, Frankston Meetings 2nd Thu at 10.30am Legatee M Eyers or Morning Peninsula Legacy GEELONG Murray House, 182 Ryrie St, Geelong Meetings 4th Thu at 12.30pm Pres J Riddell Sec E Abrahamsen GREENSBOROUGH Greensborough RSL, 111 Main St, Greensborough Meetings 3rd Wed at 10.30am Pres N McGregor HAMPTON Hampton RSL, 25 Holyrood St, Hampton Meetings 1st Wed at 12.30pm At the March meeting John Williamson gave a most informative talk, showing a number of flags with their histories. At the April meeting Vivien Waring spoke about her book 'When Tears Ran Dry' and volunteering in Cambodia. Three members attended the ANZAC service at the RSL on 19 April. A $50 book voucher has been donated to a local school. Pres J Rayner Sec B Glover HASTINGS Hastings/Somerville RSL, King St, Hastings Meetings 1st Thu at 10.30am Pres D Docherty Sec W Lawson HEALESVILLE Healesville RSL, Maroondah Hwy, Healesville Meetings 1st Wed at 1.30pm Legatee C Coyne

11 Caring for the families of those who served their country Outer Eastern combined widows/legatees commemorate Centenary of Gallipoli Right: Angela Fritzlaf and Daphne Shaw from Doncaster/Templestowe Legacy Widows' Club The Outer Eastern Branch of Melbourne Legacy held a special event commemorating the Centenary of Gallipoli. On Wednesday 15 April approximately 90 widows from the Outer Eastern Legacy Widows' Clubs were treated to a wonderful day out. They were escorted by 18 legatees and partners from the Outer Eastern Branch of Melbourne Legacy. The event was made possible by the generous combined support of the Whitehorse Rotary Clubs (Box Hill Central, Box Hill, Forest Hill, Mitcham and Mont Albert and Surrey Hills) and the Warrandyte Rotary Club. The Box Hill RSL provided the financial support for all of the Box Hill Legacy Widows' Club ladies who attended. They were picked up by buses and then welcomed by the owners and staff at Killara Winery, East Seville. After a beautiful lunch and a glass of wine they were entertained by winery management and taken on a short tour of the winery. The tour was followed by dessert and lots of chatter and laughter. Judging by the noisy journey home a great time was had by all. The buses, which left from the RSLs where the widows' clubs hold their monthly meetings, were provided by Outer Eastern Branch. Left: members ready to start the winery tour Above: Host Legatees Ann Turner and Faye Tonkin 11

12 Caring for the families of those who served their country 12 HEIDELBERG West Heidelberg RSL, 180 Bell St, West Heidelberg Meetings 2nd Mon at 11.00am Co-ord L/tees R & T Easy Sec M Floyd HORSHAM Legacy House, 33 Pynsent St, Horsham Meetings last Wed at 2.00pm Pres M Charles Sec M Gipp INVERLOCH Inverloch RSL, Bolding Place, Inverloch Meetings 3rd Tue at 2.00pm Pres L'tee J Millington Sec L'tee M Ross KERANG RSL Hall, Nolan St, Kerang Meetings 3rd Mon at 11.30am Pres J Jackson Sec E Dwyer KEW Kew RSL, 63 Cotham Rd, Kew Meetings 3rd Wed at 11.00am We are having lunch at Legacy House on 2 June and hope many members will come. At our June meeting we welcome Blumes Fashions and in July we have Don Jones, an entertainer. In July also we have lunch at Barkers Hotel. Don't miss these interesting events! Pres P Smith Sec B Wade KNOX Exner Park, Stud Rd, Scoresby Meetings 1st Mon at 1.00pm Legatee L Bridal Pres E Roberts Sec E Williams KORUMBURRA Korumburra RSL, Mine Rd, Korumburra Meetings 1st Thu at 10.30am Contact K Curphey LAKES ENTRANCE RSL Rec Room, Glenara Motel, 221 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance Meetings 1st Fri at 10.45am Members visited Cockatoo Rise War Veterans' Retreat Museum at Bairnsdale in April. They were extremely interested in the displays and being able to feel and handle the webbing and clothing that has been worn in the past and also what our troops wear in the field today. Of particular interest were two field telephones used in WW11, comparing them to the mobile phones of today. Pres M Cahill Sec M Mitchell LARA RSL Hall, Lara Meetings 1st Mon at 11.00am Pres D Teesdale Sec P Hocking LEONGATHA Leongatha RSL, Michael Pl, Leongatha Meetings 4th Mon at 1.30pm Pres S Gwyther Sec E Olle LILYDALE Lilydale RSL, 52 Anderson St, Lilydale Meetings 2nd Mon at 1.00pm Apologies to members for missing the last issue. At the ANZAC Day Dawn Service we laid a wreath at Lilydale Cenotaph. Next meeting on 8 June will be a shared lunch commencing at 12.30pm. Please bring a plate to share. On 13 July Blumes Fashions will visit and we invite our sister clubs to join us on that day. Pres B Johnston Sec J Layton Visits B Johnston MAFFRA/HEYFIELD Shelton House, 16 Boisdale St, Maffra Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.00pm The Maffra-Heyfield Widows Club held their meeting early and went on a trip to Stratford for lunch and to visit the town s museum. They then moved on to member Betty Luxford's home to view her collection of handmade dolls. The small number of members who were able to attend really enjoyed the outing. Pres M Jondahl Sec C Williams MALLACOOTA Legatee Y Learmonth MALVERN Stonnington Library, 1255 High St, Malvern Meetings 3rd Tue at 10.30am Our April meeting saw a good attendance despite the cold. It was good to see Vera Gillard and Betty McDonnell again. Best wishes to our president, Maurine Port, and other members who are unwell. Pres M Port Sec Y Smith MARYBOROUGH RSL Hall, High St, Maryborough Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm Pres V Marks Sec M Vine MELTON Disbanded 20 November 2013 MITCHAM Church House, 18 Edward St, Mitcham Meetings 4th Wed at 1.00pm Pres B Kean Sec J Marsden MOE Moe RSL, Albert St, Moe Meetings Thu at Legatee M Salienko MONBULK RSL Rooms, Main St, Monbulk Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.00pm Pres J d Argaville Sec E Parker

13 Caring for the families of those who served their country PERSONAL INSURANCE FOR VETERANS AND ADF MEMBERS COVER PLUS THE CARE TO COMPARE THE FEATURES CALL Home Contents Landlords Liability Car Caravans Trailers Private pleasure craft Motorcycles Travel Pay your premiums by direct debit at no extra cost (not applicable to Travel and CTP) (The Defence Service Homes Insurance Scheme underwrites the DSHI Home Building policy. All other policies are underwritten by QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited ABN AFS Licence ). Please consider the Product Disclosure Statement of the particular product before making any decisions about the product. (Advertisement) Around the Clubs Ode to Legacy Ladies We love our Legacy ladies, Their wisdom is supreme; They are our significant women, We think they are a dream. Our pleasure is to serve them And see their faces grin; We celebrate their beauty That comes from deep within. The torch we caught burns brightly As long as there s a need; Hooray for Legacy ladies, Honour them: that s our creed! By Legatee Jane Ross South Gippsland Group South Gippsland Legacy Group held a film day at Wonthaggi. The ladies were given lunch at the Workmen's Club first then across the road to the theatre for a movie and an ice cream. As we cover a very large geographical area from Yanakie to Phillip Island we organised buses to transport our widows from their areas. Being International Women s Day Legatee Jane Ross, daughter of one of the group's founding members, the late Legatee Bill Ross, was asked to address the assembly. She recited a poem composed on her morning walk (printed left). 13

14 Caring for the families of those who served their country MORNINGTON Information Centre, 320 Main St, Mornington Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.30pm Pres M Stuckey Sec W Davies Welfare J Nichols MORWELL Morwell RSL, Elgin St, Morwell Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.30pm Contact P Wright NAGAMBIE Pres A Easton NARRE WARREN Fountain Gate Shopping Centre Library, Magid Dr Meetings 3rd Mon at 1.00pm Get well wishes to President Pat who has been in hospital for some time. We wish her a speedy recovery. Best wishes also to other members who are not feeling the best. At our April meeting Heather of Golden Days Radio, who presents music from the 1920s to '60s, gave an informative talk. A heart that is focussed on others will not be consumed with self. Pres P Bastin Sec J Roper Publicity D Trapnell NATHALIA RSL Hall, McDonnell St, Nathalia Meetings 2nd Tue at 11.00am Pres N Moore Sec M Allison NEPEAN Rye RSL, Nelson St, Rye Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.30pm Pres S Wilkinson Sec S Gray NOBLE PARK St Columbus Uniting Church, Cnr Joy Pde & Alan St, Noble Park Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.00pm We welcomed new member, Alwyn Ware, in April and hope she will enjoy our meetings. Margaret and Phyllis laid a wreath at the Noble Park RSL ANZAC Day Service. Slade Knitwear by Givoni came in April to show their clothing. Many members had fun trying them on. In May we went to Morning Melodies at Springvale RSL and had morning tea and lunch. Best wishes to members who are not well. Pres M Fisher Sec P Karrol NTH BALWYN Nth Balwyn RSL, Centreway, Nth Balwyn Meetings 4th Mon at 10.30am Co-ord C Hughes NORTHERN SUBURBS RSL, Rose Ave, Norlane (Geelong) Meetings 2nd Thu at 1.00pm Pres G Pitfield Sec J Nelson NTH GIPPSLAND Sale RSL, Princes Hwy, Sale Meetings 4th Fri at 1.15pm Pres I Anderson Sec D Leckie NUMURKAH RSL Hall, Saxton St, Numurkah Meetings 2nd Tue at 2.00pm Pres P Barr Sec M McPherson OCEAN GROVE/ BARWON HEADS St Peters Church Hall, Draper St, Ocean Grove Meetings 1st Mon at 1.30pm Pres P Young Sec J Newton ORBOST Commonwealth Hotel, Nicholson St, Orbost Meetings 2nd Fri at 11.30am Pres M Lynn Sec B Watson PAKENHAM Pakenham RSL, cnr James & Snodgrass Sts, Pakenham Meetings 3rd Thu at 1.30pm Pres P Hicks Sec J Johnson PHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO Phillip Island RSL, Cnr Rhyll Rd, Cowes Meetings 1st Mon at 2.00pm Thirty legatees and widows from Hastings and Phillip Island/San Remo Legacy Widows' Clubs had a great day out on the Tramboat Maribyrnong river cruise in March. The trip included a nice lunch served at the hotel. On the return trip one of our widows took ill. We thank the crew of the Tramboat and the ambulance officers for their efficient care and attention to our widow who has now recovered. Pres V Rayner Sec M Matthews PRESTON-RESERVOIR Reservoir RSL, 251 Spring St, Reservoir Meetings 4th Mon at 1.00pm Pres J Shearer Sec J Wakeling QUEENSCLIFF/ POINT LONSDALE Gill Hall, Albert St, Point Lonsdale Meetings 1st Mon at 1.30pm Pres D Stewart Sec L Landry RED CLIFFS RSL, Jamieson Ave, Red Cliffs Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm Pres M Murphy Sec G Goodhew

15 Caring for the families of those who served their country It doesn't get much better than this when you live in Inverloch. Members of the Inverloch Legacy Widows' Club and their legatees came together to enjoy a day out with a barbecue lunch along the Esplanade in Inverloch. Great weather, friends, food and fun! Back from left: Dawn Hayes, Lee Pryor, Legatees Arthur Schwartz and Lorraine Aikman, Margaret O'Halloran, Audree Wyhoon, Marion Daly, Helmi MacGibbon and Terry Pryor (chief chef). Front from left: Dorothy Bullen, Legatee Maureen Ross, Jean Sartain and Joan Ginn Around the Clubs Inverloch Legacy Widows' Club In the lead-up to ANZAC Day and in conjunction with the Inverloch RSL Sub-Branch, a board was shaped into an 'L' for Legacy, painted red, the Legacy torch and photo added with Margaret, Lee and Jean adding the final pieces with their lovely knitted and crocheted poppies. The end result was wonderful and was hung in the Inverloch Hub Hall for all to see on ANZAC Day. Pictured from left: Margaret O Halloran, Legatee Lee Pryor and Jean Sartain with their ANZAC Day tribute Central Gippsland Legacy Widows' Club Theme for our March meeting was a Teddy Bears Picnic. Members brought along their favourite teddy, doll or soft toy, some of them much loved since childhood. Far left: Our hard working committee having a well earned rest. Left to right: President Norma Reynolds, Secretary Alice Smith and Treasurer Bonnie Bransgrove Left: Prizewinners at the Teddy Bears Picnic. Left to right: Joan Peterson, Margaret Monk, Bonnie Bransgrove and Jo Phillips 15

16 Caring for the families of those who served their country Melbourne Legacy has a new CEO The Board of Melbourne Legacy is pleased to announce the appointment of Mikaela Stafrace as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 April 2015 replacing former CEO, David Cull, who retired after serving Melbourne Legacy for the past 24 years including 12 years as Chief Executive. Mikaela has had a distinguished career as an insurance industry lawyer with specialist expertise in the area of regulatory compliance, governance and risk management. She currently sits on the Victorian Veterans Council as Chair of the Governance Committee, has overseen the distribution of patriotic funds and is on the steering committee overseeing a veterans accommodation project in Richmond, in addition to being a Board Member on Melbourne Parks Olympic Trust. She holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM), degrees in Law and Commerce from the University of Melbourne and a Graduate Certificate in Risk Management from Monash University. She is also a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). Mikaela is married. She has two sons, one currently serving as an officer in the RAAF and the other, an officer in the RAN. Mikaela also has a daughter studying medicine at university in Queensland. Reflecting on her appointment, Mikaela said, It is now time for me to give something back and I believe that the role of Chief Executive Officer of Melbourne Legacy provides the perfect opportunity to do so. Everyone should have a current will... DO YOU? WHEN DID YOU LAST UPDATE YOUR WILL? Have your circumstances changed: marriage in the family, birth of a child, divorce, property ownership or retirement? Do you want your life s work to benefit your family? A will is the most practical way to ensure your final wishes are clear. Melbourne Legacy has a Wills and Bequest Booklet which provides practical information on issues to be considered when making or updating a will or leaving a bequest. Legal Advice Re: Wills And Power of Attorney Melbourne Legacy has a panel of solicitors who can assist individuals wanting legal advice about Wills and Powers of Attorney. Legacy House can provde you with names of local participating solicitors, along with details of likely charges and other services available (e.g. home visits). For more information or a free copy of the booklet please contact Bruce Roberts at Legacy House on or bruce.roberts@legacymelb.com.au. Camp Gallipoli Camp Gallipoli was a special night of remembrance, entertainment, mateship and the bond of that special Aussie and Kiwi ANZAC spirit. A few Legacy families camped out at Melbourne Showgrounds including Julie Gittins and her daughter, Chelsea with Leanne Grist and her children, Meg and Sam. Legatee Daryl is pictured (below) with Junior Legatees Chelsea, Meg and Sam before he participated in a discussion panel alongside the RSL's CEO, Mike Annett, to an audience of around 7000 on topics relating to the day. Legacy and RSL shared the proceeds from Camp Gallipoli. 16

17 Caring for the families of those who served their country Health, hope and inspiration stroke rehab Health A large number of people will experience a stroke this year. A stroke occurs when there is a blockage or leak within a blood vessel in, or near, the brain. There are currently more than 437,000 people living in Australia who have experienced a stroke, of which more than 60% have a limitation that impairs their ability to dress or wash themselves, walk, feed themselves, drive and more. Have you ever thought about how you would manage if you were unable to prepare a sandwich or simply hold your handbag? These are two questions Joan recently encountered following her stroke in December 2014, subsequently losing strength and movement in her left arm and leg. Hope Joan is an 89-year-old Legacy widow who was devastated when she learnt she had experienced a stroke and suddenly needed help to complete what were previously simple tasks that she took for granted. 'I didn t know what I was going to do,' she explains. 'What really concerned me was that my hand didn t work anymore.' This is one of the common impairments following a stroke. Following some time at a rehabilitation hospital, Joan was discharged to a care facility. At this time her GP and clinic nurse referred Joan to Diversified Rehab for an occupational therapy program to help enable her to regain daily living skills and for hand therapy. Joan had overall reduced strength; but she also had hope. Hope is very important for rehabilitation and is something everyone can offer a friend or family member if they have experienced a stroke. Her goals were to relearn how to complete her morning routine, hold her handbag again, and open a can of soup. These were significant goals given she had no strength in her left hand and very limited movement in the arm. Joan wanted to be independent again, with all her personal tasks and also carry her own handbag in her affected hand, as 'you never know when you will need some lippy!' To be an effective therapist, one must always focus on the person and their goals while providing education and diverse therapy options. Joan practising hand control exercises with dominoes. She can now grip and place these on the mat. Prior to therapy she could not pick up any dominoes Joan can now hold her handbag following hand strengthening exercises Inspiration Joan s positive attitude, family encouragement, and commitment to her occupational therapy (OT) home program are some of the reasons for her success. She is now independently showering, drying, dressing and making cups of tea. Joan is developing strength to use her left hand to pick up small light objects such as cutlery, which was impossible only a few months ago. Most importantly, she has learnt how to hold her handbag again in her left hand with a 1kg weight for 3 minutes - and we are now aiming for 5 minutes. Tips for rehab Joan attributes her success to having functional goals that make sense to her. She also acknowledges having a professional therapy team that can create challenging and fun home therapy programs that she can practise by herself. She encourages people living with a disability to request referrals from their local GP for rehabilitation programs such as occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy, and dietitians. Most of all she encourages people to always have hope! A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed a hopeless failure may turn to glorious success. Elbert Hubbard Q and A (ask us your question!) We encourage you to or write to us with any questions about stroke or rehabilitation that we can address in the next issue of The Answer. You can shane@diversifiedrehab.com.au or post to Diversified Rehab, PO Box 296, Kew East, Vic 3102 and one of our talented therapists or a rehabilitation doctor will reply. If you would like to discuss a possible referral please call ; DVA will fund most therapy programs for Gold Card holders only. 17

18 Caring for the families of those who served their country Titanic Restaurant Rec Day Visiting the Titanic Theatre Restaurant was a very popular activity among Legacy dependants and the Leadership group. This event managed to attract not only our regular attendees but also those who have not participated at Legacy events for a long while. The Titanic theme, together with its popular Captain (pictured right) who sang, danced and entertained for over two hours, proved to be a successful event. 9 May Over 40 JLs, 25 Leaders and four Legatees enjoyed this fantastic outing. It included a 2-course meal and a dance floor that most participants made good use of. We look forward to another TITANIC experience! Back to Caulfield P.B. Lawrence Stakes Day Saturday 15 August The Taking of Lone Pine Melbourne Racing Club commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Lone Pine - Gallipoli and the ANZACS at Caulfield Racecourse, inviting Veterans and Defence Force organisations, including members of RSL and Legacy. Gates open at 10.30am Legacy Lone Pine Ceremony at 11.00am followed by morning tea Lone Pine Ceremony will be located on level 1 of the Rupert Clarke Grandstand To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Lone Pine, Caulfield will be holding the 21st Legacy Lone Pine Ceremony, as well as various military, Lone Pine and ANZAC displays. There will also be complimentary morning tea and Australian Army Band performances. The Back to Caulfield initiative celebrates its 21st year in 2015 after being introduced in 1995 as part of the Australia Remembers commemorations. The day also recognises Caulfield Racecourse s significant role as a military recruitment centre during World War 2. Admission is FREE for Veterans and Defence Force organisations including Legacy and the RSL. For further information please visit mrc.racing.com or call Melbourne Racing Club on

19 Caring for the families of those who served their country Operation Slipper On Saturday 21 March members of the ADF, Federal Police and government agencies marched in each state to mark the completion of Operation Slipper. Operation Slipper was Australia s longest military operation stretching from 2001 to 2014 and encompassed Australia s contribution to the International Security Assistance Force mission in Afghanistan and the International Coalition against Terrorism mission across Afghanistan and the Middle East. The parade recognised the achievements and sacrifices of more than 34,500 Australian personnel who were deployed as part of Operation Slipper. In Melbourne approximately 2000 veterans participated in the Operation Slipper march and many onlookers were moved by the emotional commemoration ceremony held at The Shrine of Remembrance. Legacy were honoured to welcome the Governor of Victoria, The Hon Alex Chernov AC DC and the Premier of Victoria, The Hon Daniel Andrews MP who stopped by the Legacy information stand to say hello to the President, Ian Harrison, Legatee Derithe Harrison and the Legacy volunteers who were assisting with the sale of commemorative products. Above: Members of the Flag Party during the formation of the Operation Slipper Parade at the Shrine Of Remembrance, Melbourne. Photo courtesy of Commonwealth of Australia 2015 Above: The Premier of Victoria, The Hon Daniel Andrews MP is pictured with Legatee Derithe Harrison (left) Mikaela Stafrace and Melbourne Legacy President, Ian Harrison after the parade. Mikaela has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer, Melbourne Legacy - effective 7 April 2015 Above: The Governor of Victoria, The Hon Alex Chernov AC DC and the Premier of Victoria, The Hon Daniel Andrews MP are pictured with Carmel McConnell and Legatee Lesley Scott at the Legacy information stand 19

20 Caring for the families of those who served their country 20 SHEPPARTON Legacy House, Shepparton Meetings 2nd Fri at 1.30pm Pres E Woodman Sec M Colmer STHN PENINSULA Rosebud RSL, 117 Eastbourne Rd, Rosebud Meetings 3rd Monday at 1.30pm Pres P Lindkvist Sec B Reedman SOUTH PORT Sth Melbourne Community Centre, 1 Howe Cres, Sth Melbourne Following our 10 June meeting we will celebrate our 29th birthday with lunch at the Emerald Hotel. Members have been invited to Comradeship at Legacy House on 16 June. Meetings continue on 8 July and 12 August. Hope everyone stays well during the winter months. New members welcome. SUNBURY St Andrew s Uniting Church Hall, Cnr Brook & Barkly Sts, Sunbury Meetings 2nd Wed at 10.30am V. Pres P Latchford Sec J Miller Meetings 3rd Mon at 1.00pm Co-ord E Naylor Admin J Clark TORQUAY Lions Village Conference Centre, Torquay Meetings 3rd Fri at 1.15pm Our meetings are well attended with an average of 28 members. Secretary Lorraine Robinson arranges a guest speaker each month and they are well received. Once a month we also have a bus trip and a nice lunch somewhere. So come along to our meeting and enjoy socialising with other widows. Best wishes to any widows not enjoying the best of health. Pres N Love Sec L Robertson TRARALGON RSL, Grey St, Traralgon Meetings 4th Mon at 1.00pm Pres G Freeman Sec F Langstaff UPPER YARRA RSL, 3325 Warburton Hwy, Warburton Meetings 1st Wed at 11.00am We all enjoyed glorious autumn weather up to Easter. To all members with health issues, we wish you improved health in the near future. To celebrate our club's birthday in April we enjoyed a picnic lunch in the gardens near the Shrine followed by a guided tour of the undercroft. It was a reallly enjoyable day. Pres B Giorgi Sec M Grindley WANGARATTA RSL, 76A Reid St, Wangaratta Meetings 2nd Wed at 1.30pm Pres P Talbot Sec M Munro WARRNAMBOOL Sec Y Hayhoe WATSONIA Watsonia RSL, 6 Morwell Ave, Watsonia Meetings 3rd Mon at 11.00am Members enjoyed lunch at Legacy House on 14 April. ANZAC Day is very special this year and the president and treasurer officially represented our club at the Watsonia RSL. Speaker for April was Ann Clendinnen from Legacy. Best wishes to all, especially those on the sick list. Pres A Williams Sec P McDonald WAVERLEY Waverley RSL, 161 Coleman Pde, Waverley Meetings 3rd Wed at 1.00pm Pres L McLachlan Sec C Walker WERRIBEE RSL Rooms, Synnot St, Werribee Meetings 2nd Mon at Pres J Hogarth Sec P Holland Legatee S Shaw WILLIAMSTOWN Williamstown RSL, 128 Ferguson St, Williamstown Meetings 2nd Tues at 10.30am ANZAC Day is always a very important time of the year, even more so this year being the 100th anniversary of Gallipoli. Many members attended Remembrance Services. Mary Connell, a committee member, is to be commended for the time and effort she spends in raising money for the RSL by selling badges. Rod Noonan gave a very detailed talk on Gallipoli and World War I at our April meeting. We enjoyed Comradeship at Legacy House on 5 May. The club's midwinter lunch on 9 June will follow our meeting. Pres E Bambery Sec J McLeod Carer M Connell WONTHAGGI Wonthaggi Workingmen s Club, Graham St, Wonthaggi Meetings 4th Tue at 12.00pm Sec P McNair YARRAM Yarram Country Club, Commercial Rd, Yarram Meetings 1st Tue at 1.30pm At the March meeting we elected Mollie Cook to the president's position and Sally Woods as treasurer. The president of Yarram RSL, Ric Rogers, gave an enlightening talk to members regarding the work of the RSL. At our May meeting Cheryl Howie was guest speaker. Pres M Cook Sec M Missen YARRAWONGA ClubMulwala, Melbourne St, Mulwala Meetings 3rd Mon at 2.00pm Pres I Symons Actg Sec Legatee B Cossar

21 Caring for the families of those who served their country Around the Clubs Maffra/Heyfield Legacy Widows' Club Above: Betty Luxford with some of her doll collection The Maffra-Heyfield Widows Club held their meeting early and went on a trip to Stratford for lunch and visit to the town s museum. They then moved on to member Betty Luxford's home to view her collection of handmade dolls. The small number of members who were able to attend really enjoyed the outing. Standing left to right: Christina Williams (secretary), Peg Donahue, Matte Lanigan, Mardi Macleod (treasurer), Lyn McLindin. Front seated: Gwen Leeson (vice president), Elaine Leighton, Ruth Missen, Margaret Bower, Mary Jondahl (president) Lakes Entrance Legacy Widows' Club Members visited Cockatoo Rise War Veterans' Retreat Museum at Bairnsdale in April. They were extremely interested in the displays and being able to feel and handle the webbing and clothing that has been worn in the past and also what our troops wear in the field today. Of particular interest were two field telephones used in WWII, comparing them to the mobile phones of today. The museum is open by appointment and welcomes donations of military items that are no longer wanted. Pictured from left to right: Muriel Mitchell, Eve Britton, Legatee Susie Swann, Margot Kerby and Margaret Cahill Picture courtesy Greg Carter ELIGIBLE LEGACY WIDOWS (including Allied) If a widow/er is ENROLLED in Legacy they are able to apply for ALL services that Legacy offers. A Gold Card or Centrelink or War Widows Pension are not pre-requisites to be eligible for financial or welfare assistance. Widow/ers of Allied Servicemen/women (British, NZ etc) can also apply. If a widow/er NEEDS ASSISTANCE contact their LEGATEE or phone LEGACY HOUSE on (Eligibility is for Legacy services not for a DVA Gold Card) 21

22 Caring for the families of those who served their country YOUNGER WIDOWS SUPPORT GROUP Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne Meetings 1st Sun at 12.00pm Support Group lunches start 12 noon, Level 2 at Legacy House and will be on Sunday 7 June followed by 5 July. Lunch on 2 August will be at Seaford RSL. Bookings are required a week in advance. For a copy of our diary or more information on how our Support Group can help you please contact Irene (convenor) or Melbourne Legacy ( ). Convenor Irene imaussie_47@yahoo.com.au Please send your Club News in before 1 July for the August 2015 edition of The Answer Around the Clubs Williamstown and Burnside Legacy Widows' Clubs Above left: Staff member, Lillian Murray, (front middle) celebrates her birthday with legatees, and widows from Burnside and Williamstown Legacy Widows' Clubs at Comradeship on 5 May. Above right: Widows from Burnside Legacy Widows' Club enjoy lunch at Legacy House 'We Are Here, Too' At last after a century, women in World War 1 are being recognised for the enormous contribution they made and challenges they faced. Five nurses, including Sister Olive Haynes, are featured in the ABC miniseries 'ANZAC Girls' (produced by Screentime, with Olive played by Anna McGahan, and the DVD distributed by Roadshow) from August 'ANZAC Girls' was informed by Peter Rees book 'The Other Anzacs Nurses at War, ' (Allen and Unwin, 2008) that was largely sourced from nurses diaries and letters. The letters and diaries of Olive, compiled and edited by Margaret Young in 1991 in 'We Are Here, Too', was one of the key sources. Margaret received her mother Olive s diaries and letters from her father, Pat Dooley, following Olive s death. She chose the title 'We Are Here, Too' referring to Olive s frustration that attention was always on our boys, but our girls were almost completely ignored. 'We Are Here, Too' had sufficient audience to justify a revised second edition published in But women in war were not of mainstream interest. If it had not been for the dedication of people like Margaret that stuck with it and kept the stories alive, the current interest would not have been realised. This reprint of 'We Are Here, Too' gives the audience, who recently got to know Olive, direct access to her original and lively voice, and many photos of her and taken by her during WW1. Again inspired by 'We Are Here, Too', Olive was chosen by the WA Museum to represent the ANZAC nurses at the National ANZAC Centre at Albany, WA, at its opening in November Copies of 'We Are Here, Too' are available for $25 each through Legacy widow, Nancy Dooley, on Sister Olive Haynes was Nancy's mother-in-law. 22

23 Caring for the families of those who served their country Students pay respect to ANZAC Legacy Australia s ethnic and cultural diversity was front and centre at Legacy s 84th ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony for Students held at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne on 23 April. The crowd was made up of primary and high schools student from many cultural backgrounds, some wearing silver crosses, some hair ribbons and some turbans or hijabs. But one thing they had in common was respect for Australian servicemen and women, evident through the peacefulness of the 6700 strong crowd during the hour-long ceremony. The students heard from military and government officials, sang 'Advance Australia Fair' and 'Waltzing Matilda', and observed a marching contingent. The Governor of Victoria, The Hon Alex Chernov AC QC, congratulated Melbourne Legacy for its staging of the Annual ANZAC Commemoration Service for Students in this ANZAC Centenary year. He told the students in his address that they reflect our nation s bright future. It will be them who will keep the torch of remembrance burning so that our servicemen and women, who have paid the ultimate price for us, are not forgotten. It was a moving experience to see hundreds of students on the steps of The Shrine with school banners, laying beautiful wreaths around the eternal flame, and hearing the piper and the bugler who were both from Scotch College. Melbourne Legacy President Ian Harrison said, 'We not only pause to pay our respects and remember the original ANZACs of 100 years ago, but we remember all Australian soldiers and nurses who have served their country in times of war. 'Many children and families were left without a father and it is looking after these families where Legacy has played its role for 92 years. Legacy stands ready to continue to help caring for the families of those who served their country and we honour the promise a soldier made to his dying mate on the battlefield in WW1, to "Look after his missus and kids" '. We saw an increase of over 40% in the number of students who participated in this year s Commemoration Ceremony, which commemorated the Centenary of the ANZAC Landings at Gallipoli. The music was provided by the band, cadets and choir from Melbourne High School and also by the choir from Mac.Robertson Girls' High School. Both schools have been involved with the ceremony for around 60 years. 23

24 Caring for the families of those who served their country SWAC 2015 Story Writing & Art Competition Entries in the 2015 Victorian Story Writing & Art Competition open on 1 April 2015 and we would like to encourage you all to exercise your writing, art, craft and photographic skills and join in the fun. Entry is open to eligible members of the current and ex-service community, including veterans, widows, children and grandchildren of the above, aged 18 years and over who reside in Victoria. The competition welcomes all entries, regardless of skill level. Entries in the art, craft and photography categories will be displayed at a public exhibition at the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital in October. All winning entries will be included in the special annual publication, 'BRAVO!' Awards for the best entries in each category will be presented at a ceremony in November. The special writing category for 2015 is titled 'Centenary of Anzac 100 Years of Service'. Stories are to be based on fact, but not necessarily first hand account and once again are limited to 1500 words. Once again, entries for the competition open on 1 April and close on 31 July For entry forms please call the SWAC Coordinator, Siobhan Hodgins on (03) You may also write to: SWAC PO Box 5444 Heidelberg West 3081 or swac@austin.org.au Come and support LEGACY in its 92 nd Year by enjoying Songs from the Great War to the present. Hear songs that kept our troops going... that make us dance and sing... from Nellie Melba to Vera Lynn,... Sinatra to Andrew Lloyd Webber... from the Beatles to Elvis Presley You will be entertained by the MELBOURNE WELSH MALE CHOIR with rising star KATE AMOS 2pm Sunday June 21 at Kingston City Hall next to Moorabbin station All profits from this concert go direct to Legacy $30 full Legacy Members $25 $25 Group booking (6 or more) $15 Children under 12 Ticket Bookings or online 24

25 Caring for the families of those who served their country Around the Clubs Boronia Legacy Widows' Club Above and right: Boronia ladies attended barbecue at Lilydale Lake with Yarra Valley Legacy. Lots of good food, raffles and laughter. Our Evelyn was lucky enough to win the bottle of wine. A good time was had by all. Above: Yoshi, Ethel and Val heading for the Cross Above: Members enjoying lunch at the Top of The Range Cafe Members also ventured off on a trip to Mount Macedon recently. Some ladies made the walk to the Memorial Cross, which commemorates those who gave their lives in the war. They were glad the rain stayed away. Lunch was enjoyed at the Top of The Range Cafe. 25

26 Caring for the families of those who served their country LEGACY SUNDAY Shrine Pilgrimage and Remembrance Service Sunday 30 August 2015 Melbourne Legacy widows and their families are invited to attend this significant annual event in the Widows calendar. The Pilgrimage and Service this year will be on Sunday 30 August at the Shrine of Remembrance commencing at 11.00am. The Australian Children s Choir and the Australian Army Band Melbourne will be participating. Widows Clubs or individuals may lay a wreath as part of the Shrine service. Those intending to do so need to co-ordinate this through Trisha Keevers at Melbourne Legacy on no later than Friday 14 August. Widows and Widows Clubs who wish to attend, and who require transport to this event, should contact their local Legacy Branch/Group. Our Legacy Widows Luncheon following the Shrine service this year will be in the prestigious MCC Members Dining Room at the Melbourne Cricket Ground commencing at 12:30pm. Service: 11.00am Shrine of Remembrance Lunch: 12.30pm Melbourne Cricket Club at MGC (Dress code Lounge suit for men / Equivalent for ladies) Cost: $20.00 Given the popularity of this event we encourage you to book early. Reservations and prepayment are essential, and all bookings finalised no later than Friday 14 August For all enquiries please contact Trisha Keevers on

27 Caring for the families of those who served their country Around the Clubs Boronia Legacy Widows' Club cont. Members attended the ANZAC Service and march at Boronia RSL. Dorothy and Joyce laid a poppy wreath, which had been knitted by some of our members. Gum leaves with our husbands' names on were inserted into the wreath. On Friday 17 April Boronia Legacy Widows' Club celebrated their 37th birthday. Visitors from other clubs joined us and we had entertainment by the Glen Goldies. A lovely afternoon tea was enjoyed by us all and the birthday cake was delicious! Younger Widows' Support Group Above: Jacqueline Dinan (holding book) is pictured with the Younger Widows The red poppy was made during a Poppies of Peace community workshop for an art installation in the Greater City of Dandenong. These poppies will travel around the Dandenong municipality throughout 2015 from ANZAC day to Remembrance Day The Younger Widows hosted Jacqueline Dinan to talk about her most recent book Between the Dances, an eclectic collection of stories from over 300 courageous women who lived and served during WW2. The book highlights the irony of women embracing all the challenges and opportunities presented by this devastating war. The 70th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific (the end of WW2) is on 15 August. Jacqueline is available to speak at your club if you contact her directly. eventive@bigpond.net.au Phone: Facebook: Jacqueline Dinan - Author 27

28 Caring for the families of those who served their country Walking for Pleasure Members of the Walking for Pleasure group checked out the 5000 Poppies display at Federation Square, the Australian Turkish Friendship Memorial and Nurse Edith Cavell Memorial in Kings Domain on Monday 27 April. Above and right: the '5000 Poppies' display at Federation Square Above: the new Australian Turkish Friendship Memorial Right: Nurse Edith Cavell Memorial No. Date Walking route 8 Jun No walk - Queen's birthday public holiday 8 22 Jun Albert Park Lake 9 13 Jul Ashburton to Glen Iris Jul Port Melbourne All walks start at Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne at 10am on the day. For enquiries please phone Dot Byrne or Trisha Keevers at Legacy House on Note: All participants must fill in a new medical form before joining the program in 2015 Melbourne Legacy Walking for Pleasure Programme Full Name Post to: Att: Trisha Keevers Address Legacy House Phone GPO Box 4312 Age MELBOURNE VIC 3001 Emergency Contact Phone I wish to participate in walk nos: (please circle) 28

29 Caring for the families of those who served their country Monthly Concerts at Legacy House April - Vardos Vardos (pictured left) revved up the crowd at the concert on 13 April. Elaine Grimshaw brought her grandaughter, Lara, along to join in the fun (pictured below). May - Robert Dugdale Robert Dugdale (pictured far left) appeared at the May concert at Legacy House and sang the New Zealand national anthem as a tribute to the ANZACs. He is a perennial favourite with members and has been appearing since he was only 17-years-old. Left: Legatee Allan Tonkin gives out some very popular popcorn 29

30 Caring for the families of those who served their country Theatre at Regent Theatre Wed 12 Aug 2015 at 1pm... $70.00 Book and pay before Mon 8 Jun 15 Wed 26 Aug 2015 at 1pm... $70.00 Book and pay before Mon 8 Jun 15 Sun 30 Aug 2015 at 1pm...$ Book and pay before Mon 8 Jun 15 Wed 16 Sep 2015 at 1pm... $70.00 Book and pay before Mon 13 Jul 15 Wed 30 Sep 2015 at 1pm... $70.00 Book and pay before Mon 13 Jul 15 Wed 14 Oct 2015 at 1pm... $70.00 Book and pay before Mon 10 Aug 15 Wed 28 Oct 2015 at 1pm... $70.00 Book and pay before Mon 10 Aug 15 Call Dot Byrne on LEGENDS at Comedy Theatre Starring Hayley and Juliet Mills Wed 9 Sep 2015 at 1pm...$66.00 Book and pay before Mon 6 Jul Sun 20 Sep 2015 at 3pm...$ Book and pay before Mon 6 Jul Call Dot Byrne on COMING SOON CATS January 2016 Singin' in the Rain May 2016 The Entertainment Book The Entertainment Book contains hundreds of 50% off, 25% off or 2-for-1 offers for many restaurants and leisure activities. Legacy will distribute the 2015/16 booklet and retain $13 for every book sold through Melbourne Legacy. Books sell for $65 and orders can be directed to Carmel McConnell, Public Relations Officer on Theatre Enquiries & Bookings Call Dot Byrne Bookings for current theatre productions should be made over the phone first to ensure there are enough places for the required date. Payments can be made by cash or cheque/money order in person at Legacy House, 293 Swanston St, Melbourne or cheque/money order by mail. at Melbourne Museum, 11 Nicholson St Carlton Wed 2 Sep (off peak) at 1pm...$23.00 Book and pay before Mon 29 Jun Sun 27 Sep (peak) at 1pm...$26.00 Book and pay before Mon 29 Jun Call Dot Byrne on Please ensure you enclose: your cheque or money order made out to Melbourne Legacy a note with show details, name, address and telephone number a self-addressed business size envelope for return of tickets Post cheque or money order to Legacy House, GPO Box 4312, Melbourne 3001 Tickets will be offered at full cost if we are unable to fill the group booking. Family and friends are welcome to accompany members. If you need to cancel a booking please do so as soon as possible to allow tickets to be re-allocated. NOTE: Tickets will be posted out after the Book and pay before date for the relevant performance. 30

31 Caring for the families of those who served their country Holiday Accommodation HOLIDAY CAMP BUSSELTON, WA Legacy widows are invited to enjoy 12 days of relaxation, recreation and friendship at the Perth Legacy Holiday Camp for groups of up to 36 widows. It is situated beside the beautiful beach at Geographe Bay, 11km from Busselton, approx 235km south of Perth There is no cost for the Camp (except travel arrangements) for Legacy widows. Sisters or daughters are welcome at their own cost. The idea is to come along and join in with others on a 12-day camp. Phone Dot Byrne on for more information HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION BUNDABERG Bundaberg Legacy s short term accommodation is available for Legacy widows and their carers/ family for up to two (2) persons. Phone Dot Byrne on for more information HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION RONAN HOUSE, WODONGA Holiday accommodation is available in Wodonga, free of cost to Legacy widows for overnight stays or holidays of up to 10 nights. For more information or to book please contact Albury Legacy on (02) HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION MAGNETIC ISLAND, QLD Elandra holiday house on beautiful Magnetic Island Qld, is owned by Townsville Legacy. It is available to Legacy widows and their carers. Cost is $200 per person for Legacy widows and $220 for carers - per fortnight. Bookings cannot be made more than 6 months in advance. Phone Dot Byrne on for more information Theatre Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare Directed by Malcolm Sussman This is a newly adapted and modernised version of the William Shakespeare tragedy. It follows the two noble houses of the Montagues and the Capulets, who are locked in a bitter feud. On either side are the star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet, torn between loyalty to their families and their devotion to each other. Performance Dates: Aug 7, 8 at 8.15pm, Sunday 9 at 5.15pm (twilight), 13, 14, 15 at 8.15pm, Sunday 16 at 5.15pm (twilight), 20, 21, 22 at 8.15pm Tickets $25.00 and $23.00 concession Evening performances meet the cast and join us for a light supper after the performance. TICKET SALES and ENQUIRIES OR Post payment to: The Ticket Secretary Sherbrooke Theatre Company 3 Austin Place, Templestowe