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Wednesday 20 October

Online Zumba

Once again, RSL Active has teamed up with ‘Zumba with Lucy’ to bring you an evening of dance, energy and fun

Saturday-Weekly

RSL Active: Online Veteran PT Classes

RSL Active is pleased to offer Victorian Veterans and their families a fitness class every week.

Tuesday- Weekly

RSL Active: Online Veterans Yoga

This slow-paced class is suitable for all levels, including the absolute beginner. The session is an opportunity to pause and unwind and will include gentle movement, stretching and guided meditations.

Wednesday-Weekly

RSL Active: Online Veterans Art Class

An experienced art teacher will be painting alongside you to provide guidance on how to mix colours as well as different painting techniques.

Monday 18 October

Greek Cooking Class

As part of this year’s Veteran’s Health Week (VHW), RSL Active is excited to have teamed up with Kelly Michelakis from ‘The Hellenic Odyssey’ to bring you a taste of Greece.

Wednesday 20 October

Online Zumba

Once again, RSL Active has teamed up with ‘Zumba with Lucy’ to bring you an evening of dance, energy and fun

October 30

The Battle of Beersheba

On 31 October 1917, the heavily fortified town of Beersheba in Israel was the scene of a historic charge by the men of the 4th Australian Light Horse Brigade.

October 23

The Battle of El Alamein

The Battle of El Alamein, began with a massive artillery bombardment preceding attacks by British and Australian divisions. Changing tactics from the drive westwards, General Montgomery ordered the Australians of 9th Division to switch their attack northward.

November 1

Anniversary of the departure of the first Australian contingents

Today marks the anniversary of the departure of the first Australian and New Zealand contingents from Albany, Western Australia, bound for Egypt.

November 2

The capture of Kokoda

The capture of Kokoda enabled the Australian advance across the Owen Stanley Range to continue, leading to victory in New Guinea.

November 5

The Battle of Pakchon

On this day, the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR), successfully assaulted and held crucial hill features overlooking Pakchon in the face of heavy North Korean and Chinese resistance.