Darwin RSL Sub-Branch

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Darwin RSL Sub-Branch The RSL Darwin Sub-Branch's aim is to support the welfare and interests of its members who are serving or former serving ADF members.

We do this with the guidance of our RSL charter, effecting the pillars of RSL service. The Mission of the Returned and Services League, Darwin Sub-Branch, is to ensure that programs are in place for the wellbeing, care, compensation and commemoration of serving and former Defence Force members and their dependants, and promote government and community awareness of the need for a secure, stable and progressive Australia. Our core business revolves around the 5 pillars of:

Advocacy
Services
Mateship
Commemoration and
Sustainability

Darwin RSL consists of two separate committees:
1. The Darwin RSL Sub-Branch, or “League”
2. Darwin RSL Inc, or “Social Club”

There are now approximately 2,500 social members and 400 service members. Records show that by the end of January 1918, the Darwin Branch of the Returned Soldiers and Sailors Imperial League was meeting regularly at the Palmerston Institute. In 1922 a Soldiers’ Memorial Hall was completed by a local builder, Harold Snell, who had served in France and the Hall was later opened on 20 October 1922. Snell later constructed many other major pre-World War II buildings in Smith Street. The Hall was built on the corner of Smith and Knuckey Streets, Darwin. During the early months of 1941 a series of meetings finalised a constitution applicable to a licensed Club, which opened the Darwin RSL to community members. The licensed Club opened for business in the Soldiers’ Memorial Hall on 6 June 1941. The original building was sold in 1970, and trading continued in temporary premises until the existing building on Cavenagh Street Darwin, was completed in 1972. This building has since been extended and its interior upgraded on a number of occasions.

RIP Thank you for your service
06/10/2026

RIP
Thank you for your service

06/10/2026
TODAY IS R U OK? DAY! Today is a simple reminder that a conversation can make a difference.Take a moment today to check ...
09/09/2026

TODAY IS R U OK? DAY!
Today is a simple reminder that a conversation can make a difference.

Take a moment today to check in with the people around you... your mates, family, neighbours, workmates or someone you haven’t heard from in a while.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes, simply asking “Are you OK?” and really listening is enough to let someone know they’re not alone. 💛

For our Defence community, connection can be especially important through postings,
deployments, time apart and all the changes that come with Defence life.

For Reservations and Further information regarding the Australian War Widows Day event being held at Parliament House 19...
04/09/2026

For Reservations and Further information regarding the Australian War Widows Day event being held at Parliament House 19th October 2026 please contact Event Coordinator Bonnie Poulter [email protected]

Did someone say coffee ☕️Dont forget to join us today and every Wednesday for morning tea 10am
25/08/2026

Did someone say coffee ☕️
Dont forget to join us today and every Wednesday for morning tea 10am

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to Tank and everyone who joined us yesterday at Darwin Services Club as we commemora...
19/08/2026

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to Tank and everyone who joined us yesterday at Darwin Services Club as we commemorated the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan and Vietnam Veterans’ Day.

On 18 August 1966, 18 Australians lost their lives. What began as a day to remember that battle now honours the nearly 60,000 Australians who served during the Vietnam War.

We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, those who returned home, and all who served our country, both abroad and here at home.

Lest We Forget.

Join us for Morning Tea! 🥪☕️Take a Break, Enjoy a cuppa, and catch up with fellow Members in a relaxed and welcoming atm...
18/08/2026

Join us for Morning Tea! 🥪☕️

Take a Break, Enjoy a cuppa, and catch up with fellow Members in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a regular or it's your first time attending, we'd love to see you here!

Every Wednesday starting from 10am
5 Edmunds Street
RSL Tea Room

Come along for a good conversation, great company and a chance to connect with fellow mates.

Everyone is Welcome including guests! We look forward to seeing you here 🙂

Vietnam Veterans’ Day | 18 AugustToday we pause to honour the service and sacrifice of all Australians who served during...
18/08/2026

Vietnam Veterans’ Day | 18 August

Today we pause to honour the service and sacrifice of all Australians who served during the Vietnam War.

Between 1962 and 1973, around 60,000 Australians served in Vietnam, including members of the Army, Navy and Air Force. 523 Australians lost their lives and around 2,400 were wounded during the conflict.

Vietnam Veterans’ Day marks the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan (18 August 1966), where 108 Australian and New Zealand soldiers from D Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, displayed extraordinary courage, determination and professionalism in one of Australia’s most recognised battles.

Today, we remember not only those who served, but also the challenges many Vietnam veterans faced when they returned home. Their resilience, strength and continued contribution to our nation deserve our deepest respect.

We honour the veterans, their families, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Thank you for your service.
Lest we forget.

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Darwin City, NT

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30am
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30am
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

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0889415848

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