July 8, 2015
Cenotaphs in Traralgon, Rosedale and Glengarry will be restored and have Centenary of Anzac plaques installed using funding announced by Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
Mr Chester announced $9,000 to repair some emerging cracks in the cenotaphs and add commemorative plaques.
He said the Traralgon RSL had also discovered some names were missing from the original honour roll and would rectify that during the repairs.
Mr Chester commended the local RSLs for its efforts to support the Latrobe Valley community.
“Our RSL sub-branches do a wonderful job supporting and recognising the service and sacrifice of Australia’s servicemen and women,” Mr Chester said.
“Full credit must go the volunteers of these organisations who willingly donate their time and expertise to our community.”
Rosedale RSL will receive $3,700 to maintain the structural integrity of the Cenotaph.
President Bob Newton said the sub-branch has been working hard for the community since its recent reformation.
“Although officially only receiving our charter in February this year, the members have been busy not only in raising funds for use on veteran and dependants welfare, but also in building up the branch finances for necessary repairs planned for both the RSL hall and the Cenotaph,” Mr Newton said.
“This federal grant is much appreciated in assisting us in achieving part of those aims.”
The funding has been provided through the Federal Government’s Saluting Their Service program to promote appreciation understanding of the role that those who service have played in shaping our nation.
The program is designed to preserve our wartime heritage and to involve people in a wide range of activities and projects.
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The Rosedale Cenotaph has received Federal Government restoration funding. Pictured on site are Rosedale RSL President Bob Newton and members Marianne Mayne and Jim Field with Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
