Service of Veterans in Mitchell recognised

Federal Member for Mitchell, Alex Hawke MP, presented Certificates of Appreciation, recognising and honouring (posthumously) veterans for their service during the Second World War. Castle Hill RSL Club Directors, Ron Smith OAM, Robbie Duncan OAM, Walter Hromow, Col Don Tait OAM and David Elliott MP, assisted with the presentation of the certificates to the families of the veterans.

Certificate of Appreciation recipients honoured (posthumously) for their efforts during the Second World War were, Trevor Darby, Archibald McCauley, Vincenzo Paciullo and Harold Waller. (Pictured (L-R Col Don Tait OAM, Robert and Terri Waller and Alex Hawke MP).

“Australians will always be thankful for the dedication and sacrifice the men and women of our defence force have shown during times of war, conflict and peace.  The Certificates of Appreciation are just one way that we can show our gratitude,” Alex Hawke said.

Certificates of Appreciation are available to those who served during:

·         World War II

·          British Commonwealth Occupation Forces (Japan)

·         The Korean War

·         The Malayan Emergency

·         The Indonesian Confrontation

·         The Vietnam War

·         The Gulf War

·         The Iraq War

·         War in Afghanistan

·         Peace Operations

Certificates of Appreciation are also a lasting legacy to the family of deceased eligible veterans and civilians.

“In recognition of the recent drawdown of Australian Defence Force personnel from Afghanistan, the Certificate of Appreciation program has been extended to recognise these brave men and women alongside their predecessors,” Alex Hawke concluded.

For more information, please call Alex Hawke’s office on (02) 9899 7211.