RSL Victoria Statement on Mentone RSL Sub-Branch

RSL Victoria this week met with the Mentone RSL Sub-Branch Committee to update them on matters following the Sub-Branch’s decision to enter voluntary administration on 4 December 2025.

RSL Victoria, in conjunction with the Sub-Branch, commenced an investigation into financial and governance issues that lead to this situation. This has found several irregularities that warrant a full investigation.

Given the need to complete that investigation while the Sub-Branch is in administration, RSL Victoria will control the affairs of the Sub-Branch for up to 12 months and will appoint a Management Advisory Group to manage day-to-day matters and liaise with the administrator.

All parties will be working towards achieving a positive outcome for the Mentone RSL Sub-Branch.

While this process continues, the Sub-Branch will not operate, and the hospitality venue will not re-open until further notice.

RSL Victoria and the Management Advisory Group will work with Sub-Branch members ensure that veteran and family support and commemoration continue in the local area.

They will also work collectively to ensure memorabilia is preserved and secure.

The support of veterans and their families remains the priority of RSL Victoria and Mentone RSL Sub-Branch. Mentone members have today been communicated details on how to access support during this period.