Returned & Services League of Australia Information

Learn a bit about how we formed and why we exist. The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) was founded in 1916 by soldiers returning from the trenches of World War I. The aim was simple provide a helping hand for their mates. Since receiving its charter on the 1st September 1919, the Bundaberg RSL Sub Branch has been making sure help is always at hand by providing much needed support, advice and camaraderie to the men and women who have served in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), and their families. Today, the RSL is the largest ex-service organisation in Australia with a national membership of around 200,000. The membership is the lifeblood of the League. But remember, joining an RSL Services Club is NOT THE SAME as joining an RSL Sub Branch. In fact, in most cases in Queensland, RSL Services Clubs operate independently of RSL Sub Branches. To support and care for the serving and ex-service men and women of the Australian Defence Force and their families, and commemorate their service and sacrifice. The Bundaberg RSL Sub Branch is committed to: Providing welfare and support for the wounded, injured and ill Whether you are a member of the RSL or not, were here for you As we embark on our second century, RSL is more determined than ever to draw on our rich history, learn from the past, and reshape our future to benefit the whole community Prove welfare to the sick, helpless and wounded Kindred Bodies of the Bundaberg RSL Sub Branch share a mutual interest in supporting and promoting the ex service community in Bundaberg and providing support and friendship for ex service men and women, and encourage remembrance and preservation of Australias fallen and war history. Bundaberg District Women Veterans Inc.