2RAR Association Inc

25/12/2025

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time

It is with extremely heavy heart that the Battalion has lost one of its own in a tragic motor vehicle accident whilst on leave.
Private Patrick Morgan was from Victoria and passed away on the 21st of December.
The serving members of Bravo Company, the Battalion and the very large ex-Battalion family wish to extend our deepest condolences to all his family and friends at this absolutely tragic time.
I would ask that you keep a small place in your thoughts for this very devastated family who will have an empty place at their Christmas table.

If this has impacted you, please reach out and talk with a mate, please reach out and talk with the Unit Padre, just please reach out.

RIP Patrick Morgan

25/12/2025

To all veterans and families of 2RAR,we wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

Stay safe,look after yourself and reach out to a mate.

Second To None

14/12/2025

VALE:
29007 Cpl Derek William MOZLEY
18 Aug 1932 - 29 Oct 2025

Derek served with 2 RAR in Malaya 1955-57 (LCpl) and in Malaysia 1961-63 (Cpl), departing Singapore on 20 Aug 63 and deplaned Sydney 21 Aug 63.

Derek, late of Lalor Park NSW passed away on 29 Oct 2025, aged 93. Derek was a member of the 2 RAR Association (Member No 377).
Last Post “Reveille” Dec 2025

14/12/2025

VALE:
2785384 Pte Nicholas TREMAIN
01 Nov 1945 - 21 Oct 2025.

Nicholas was called up for National Service and served in South Vietnam with 9 Platoon C Company, 2 RAR/NZ (ANZAC) Bn (14 Aug 1967 – 13 Jun 1968).

Nicholas, late of Portland NSW passed away on 21 Oct 2025, aged 79.

Nicholas joined the 2 RAR Association in 1993.

14/12/2025

VALE:

3788272 Pte Noel Stuart RUMSEY
06 July 1945 – 29 Nov 2025

11 Pl D Coy 2 RAR
SOUTH VIETNAM 19 May - 15 Aug 1967

Max Ingles advised:

It is with sad News that I have to inform you Noel Rumsey passed away on November 29th at his home in Geelong.

Noel was wounded in a mine incident on the 1st August 1967 and had ongoing issues throughout his life

A Service to Celebrate Noel’s Life was held at Tuckers Funeral Service Chapel, Geelong West VIC on THURSDAY, 11th December 2025

Rest in Peace Noel.

13/12/2025

Just a quick reminder.
Today Saturday, in Townsville, a Christmas drinks catch up. At Twin City Hotel, 5:30pm. All welcome including partners. Pizza provided for bar snacks.
Hope to see you there.

01/12/2025

80th Anniversary commemorative packs and bottles are still available for those that may be looking for a xmas present this year.
You can make an order by scanning the Bar code via the picture.

01/12/2025

Social Event:

Drive to Thive

Thanks to all that braved the heat, humidity and rain and it was also good to see families in attendance.

Thanks to DVA for supporting veterans in the community to keep connected and thriving.

01/12/2025

30/11/2025

DRIVE TO THRIVE

Reminder free veteran event for 2 RAR veterans and families at the golf driving range today from 4pm in Townsville at Pandamus Park Golf Range.

Plenty of drinks, undercover shade area, BBQ feed and good-natured banter on offer

Come down and join in for this Veteran Health week event

26/11/2025

National Commemorative Service:

To mark the 75th anniversary of National Service (1951-1972), the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) will be holding a National Commemorative Service in Canberra on National Servicemen’s Day, 14 February 2026.

The service will also be broadcast nationally by the ABC.

More information about the National Commemorative Service will be published to this page as it becomes available. Please check back shortly.

26/11/2025

Reminder:

Veterans Social event as part of Vet Health Week in Townsville, QLD

30 Nov 2025:1600-1800hrs

Drive to Thrive - Golf Day and BBQ
Pandanus Park Golf Centre - Tompkins Road Shaw, Townsville, QLD