If You Hear of an Ex-Tiger Dying ...
If you hear of an ex-Tiger passing away, could please inform me immediately on 0412 767 975. This needs to be done as I have to apply to the ADF Records to obtain the Statement of Service (SoS) of the deceased person.
If the soldier already has had a funeral service, the only person who can apply is the Next of Kin and that complicates the process for me. To be able to produce an obituary of the deceased person, I will need the SoS to write and publish the obituary.
Gary Townsend
Membership Officer
POSTED 15 JULY 2026
Passing of PTE Robert "Snow" Morris.
The 5 RAR Association have been advised of the passing of PTE Robert Morris, 5RAR Vietnam 2nd Tour.
Details on the Vale page
POSTED 22 JUNE 2026
Veteran Card Refresh Issue
From the Secretary 5RAR Association Inc:
Gents,
The RAR National Association have advised me regarding the reissue of DVA Veterans Cards, which are scheduled for reissuance in the latter half of 2026.
Please ensure that you advise veterans within your area of responsibility.
Outline
Attachment A
POSTED 19 JUNE 2026
Passing of Lance Corporal Bryan Urquhart
The 5 RAR Association have been advised of the passing of Lance Corporal Bryan Urquhart 5RAR Vietnam 2nd Tour.
Details on the Vale page
POSTED 2 FEBRUARY 2026
The Award of the Distinguished Service Medal (DSM)
to Colonel John Richard James (Retd)
LT John James 1969 - '70
The 5 RAR Association has just been advised that our esteemed member, Colonel John Richard James (Retd) has been awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for his leadership at the Battle of Hat Dich on the 21st August 1969.
The 5 RAR Association congratulates Colonel James (Retd) on this most worthy award.
To read the citation for the award
To read Colonel David Wilkins OAM (Retd) detailed analysis of the battle of Hat Dich
POSTED 24 JULY 2025
173rd Airborne Brigade National Memorial Foundation
Has been added to the '5 RAR Historical Archive' section.
The memorial recognises the Australian and New Zealanders who were Killed in Action serving with the brigade during the Vietnam War.