Discover the North Beach Sub-Branch Difference

The North Beach Sub-Branch is dedicated to supporting veterans and their families. We offer a range of services, events, and community programs to help our members thrive.

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Veterans’ Organization

North Beach RSL Sub-Branch

Connect with fellow veterans over shared experiences and activities

Stay active and bond with the community through various outdoor pursuits

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National Flag Day 2022

Ensuring our members receive the support they deserve

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Activities & Support

What We Offer

Socializing Opportunities

Join us for coffee gatherings on Wednesdays and Fridays to socialize with fellow veterans. Or join us on one of our outings

DVA Claim Help

Our volunteer advocate is able to help you with your DVA claims.

Fitness Activities

Participate in activities like walking, kayaking, and bike riding to promote fitness and camaraderie.

Upcoming Events and Activities

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About Our Team

Dedicated Volunteers Supporting Our Veterans’ Community

Peter Hodgson
President (Term Ends Aug 2027)
Service: Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Years of Service: 42 years (1974–2016) Units: RAAF Base Point Cook, RAAF Base Pearce, RAAF Base Richmond (NSW), Butterworth, Malaysia, Laverton, Darwin, Edinburgh, RAF Brize Norton 101SQN, Oxfordshire, UK (on exchange), 25 Squadron (RAAF Reserves) My first flight was on a C130 Hercules, which took me from Melbourne to Wagga when I was just 15 years old. This was not only my first flying experience but also my first time out of Victoria. I am also an avid bike rider and actively participate in Sub-Branch activities at Hillarys Marina.
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Peter Bowring
Vice President (Term Ends Aug 2027), Commemorative Officer
National service—Army—first intake 1966–67. Vietnam 1966-67: Field medic with 5th battalion-convoy protection and medevac dustoff. Thirty years of Western Australian Police Force service. United Nations Peacekeeper East Timor 2000 . United Nations: technical advisor, police, Somalia . Advisor for NGO tsunamis, earthquakes, and disasters in Banda Aceh-Haiti, Indonesia. RSL: nine years of enjoying travel and wellness.
David Potter
Treasurer (Term Ends Aug 2026), Membership Officer
Wayne Koch
Secretary (Term Ends Aug 2026), Membership Officer
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Rob Sweet
Warden (Term Ends Aug 2027)
Rob Sweet OAM R93396 Served in Royal Australian Navy 1961 to 1981 as a Sonar Operator in the Seaman Branch, discharged as a Chief Petty Officer. Last ship Chief Bosuns Mate in HMAS Torrens. Operational Service during Indonesian Confrontation, Far East Strategic Reserve, Vietnam Logistic Support escorting HMAS Sydney. Joined RSL in 1982, became Secretary of North Beach Sub Branch in 2004 till 2019. Warden 2021 - 2024. Currently a volunteer at Hillarys Yacht Club, “messing about in boats”
Lez Young
Warden (Term Ends Aug 2028), Memorial & Flag Warden
Greg Gough
Wellbeing Support Officer
Ted Leunig
Advocate
Simon J Smith
Honorary Veteran Padre & Counsellor
Peter Rowles
Peer Health
Eric Aitkins
Peer Health

Meetings

Latest Monthly Meeting Minutes

Latest AGM Minutes

Next General Meeting

When: Monday, 10 November 2025

Where: North Beach Bowling Club. 7 Kitchener St,
North Beach 6020

Time: 1530 hrs (3:30pm) for Guest Speaker and 1700 hrs (5pm) for General Meeting

Cost: $10 for meeting, $10 for meal after meeting.

Meeting Menu: Shepherd’s Pie, Mixed Vegetables, Gravy along with the belated but best buttered breads

Guest Speaker: Lambis Englezos AM on his work in putting names and identities to previously unknown War Dead utilising DNA.

What Veterans Say About Us

Our veterans share their experiences and thoughts about North Beach RSL Sub-branch.
  • I would like to thank you more than I can say. I have picked up my scooter, in the new house it’s going to let me live a normal life. My family are so pleased, they are so happy and excited for me and my wife. Thanks to my mates and the RSL.
    Craig D
    Veteran Member
  • A well attended club that is totally inclusive. gets organised and carts members, that wish, to places of interest. has great camaraderie. mostly a vibrancy unequalled.
    A pleasure and privilege to be a member.
    Arthur G
    Veteran Member

Achievements

Received The Mary Cornell Trophy for fundraising for the Poppy Appeal in 2023.

The Newdegate Cup 2019, 2023, 2024

Recognised for all round performance of Metropolitan Sub-Branches 

Our Member of the year –
David King

Recognition of a North Beach member who has gone above and beyond in their support of members and the club.