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September 2007 |
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"ADGies" on " Youtube " Need a rev up then watch this. |
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Caution this movie may require the fitting of both flackjacket and helmet |
UK Daily Telegraph 31 aug 07 Explosion Kills RAF gunner patroling Afghan Base. A RAF Gunner and a local interpreter was killed on a routine vehicle patrol around a major Air Base in Afghanistan. The Gunner is a member of the RAF Regiment who effectivly are a ground force operating as Infantry were patrolling in a convoy at around midnight local time when a blast hit their vehicle. The gunner was from RAF Lossiemouth in Moray UK where 51 Squadron RAF Regiment is based etc etc >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> So our thoughts are with you Gunner..also I like the news paper way of advising the public of the role of the Regiment which (as far as I know is the same as ours) Please consider putting this in Electronic Blue. JC |
Sorry Folks The website I was trying to advise is www.defence.gov.au/medals The site has been revamped and gives links and info on what, how and when to wear citations etc also on the Vietnam Gallantry Cross. The links will take you to all sorts of info. Regards Bobk |
Congratuations to the new fellas on the block. Here's two photos of the latest 2 courses of ADGies who have won their Blue Berets 1 / 07 and 2 / 07. Their photo's and names are now on our ADG Course's page. |
Hi Bob Just got this in from the Minister’s office. Its not before time but it should make a few of the guys a bit happier. Jim MINISTER UNVEILS NEW VETERANS’ SUPPORT PACKAGE WORTH MORE THAN $330 MILLION All veterans’ affairs disability pensions will be indexed with reference to both the Consumer Price Index and Male Total Average Weekly Earnings from March 2008 as part of a comprehensive new $330 million-plus veterans’ support package. The package was announced tonight at the RSL National Congress in Melbourne by Prime Minister John Howard. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Bruce Billson said the significant indexation measure will benefit 140,000 disability pensioners, including those on the Special Rate, Intermediate Rate and Extreme Disability Adjustment. “In addition, more than 13,500 veterans who receive the Extreme Disablement Adjustment (EDA) will receive a fortnightly increase of $15, from March 2008, to the Above General Rate component of their disability pension,” Mr Billson said. The Australian Government also recognises that the General Rate Table for ‘non economic loss’ compensation for the pain, suffering and loss of function, resulting from an accepted service-related condition, has not been reviewed for some time, other than to be adjusted inline with movements in the CPI. “As a result, the entire General Rate Table will be increased by 5 per cent from March 2008. This initiative will deliver Above and 100 per cent General Rate recipients, including EDA veterans, a fortnightly boost of $20 from March 2008, also adjusted by the more beneficial indexation method,” Mr Billson said. “Our veterans community can also be assured that it will continue to enjoy the dedicated support and assistance of a properly resourced, stand-alone Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This includes the continued operation of DVA VAN offices in major population centres across metropolitan and regional Australia,” Mr Billson said. “I am delighted to have been able to secure this substantial package of additional benefits and support measures, developed in collaboration with the veterans’ community. These enhancements respect and honour the long established principles of our world-class repatriation system, and again demonstrate, in a practical and meaningful way, our special duty to those who have served our nation.” |
Bob It's probably a bit late in the day, but do you remember the late Bob Hockham of 8 Course ? Regards Gilly ----- Original Message ----- From: Gavin Sharp To: Alan Giltrap Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2007 3:22 PM Gill,can we get Bob Hockams [ Hocky] name on Page of Rememberance,Adgie site ? Sharpy |
Hi Pom, Had a read of the article in the latest Blue Beret in relation to the "Nominal Roll of Vietnam Vets". Got onto the site and found that my details were incorrect. I was recorded as a "Technologist Apprentice Radio" (so was Rod McKinnon), and my period of service reflected that I had served 2 continuous years in Nam, at Base Support Flight and No 1 Operational Support Unit. I contacted the relevant department and gave them the true facts, to which they responded that they would change the details, and would take approximately 2 weeks. Checked again today (21Sep) well past the 2 weeks, and nothing has changed. It may be advisable if members checked the site for their details. It would be interesting to know how many had incorrect details recorded. Regards to all. Hank Hurkens |
G'day Pom A couple of things I would like you to mention if you would please. First up Simmo got married on the week end. His new wife Dianne is the daughter of Australian Country Music legends Reg Lindsay and Heather McKean. photo attached The other is for anyone round the Central Coast who may be interested; A branch of the Vietnam Veterans Association has been formed down here operating out of Doylson-Wyee RSL. If anyone is interested please call me on 0428826302 or the Sec Dave on 43908613 Thanks Tyne'e |
Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Peter Simpson We wish both of you all the best life can offer ..... and make us some sweet sweet country music ole mate. |
Go Simmo..... Congrats and good luck to you and your bride mate....Best wishes on behalf of all us (ex) late 70/ early 80 adgies..... John H. P/S ....and to think it all started with a simple guitar and a bit of a song.... |
UH-1H FAREWELL DINNER AHQ DCAF JOC JLG COMAUSNAVAIRGRP LHQ HQ TC-A HQ AIR COMMAND 1DIV 2DIV AASPO NASPO AAVNTC 1 AVN REGT 5 AVN REGT 171 AVN SQN 173 SURV SQN 1.IAW CA DIRECTIVE 09/07 ARMY HAS WITHDRAWN THE IROQUOIS HELICOPTER FROM OPERATIONAL SERVICE. THE DATE OF THE LAST FLIGHT WAS 23 SEP 07. 2.IOT COMMEMORATE THE 45 YEARS OF IROQUOIS SERVICE A FORMAL FAREWELL DINNER WILL BE HELD AT OAKEY OFFICERS / SGTS MESS 1900H FOR 1930H, 19 OCTOBER 2007. 3.ALL PERS CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY INVOLVED WITH THE IROQUOIS CAPABILITY ARE INVITED. 4.COST IS $50 PER HEAD. PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED NLT 15 OCT 07. 5.DRESS FOR OFFICERS, WOS AND SNCOS IS MESS KIT WHITE JACKET OR SERVICE EQUIVALENT. DRESS FOR JNCO AND ORS IS SERVICE DRESS LONG SLEEVE WITH RIBBONS. DRESS FOR CIVILIANS IS BLACK TIE/AFTER FIVES WITH MINIATURE MEDALS. 6.RSVP LT MATTHEW REITER MATTHEW.REITER@DEFENCE.GOV.AU NLT 11 OCTOBER 07. PLEASE ADVISE OF SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS. 7.NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY LIMITED. PREFERENCE FOR SEATING WILL BE GIVEN IN ORDER OF PAYMENT RECEIVED. 8.FOR WIDEST DISSEMINATION. |