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ABA National Conference 2025
You are cordially invited to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the creation of the Australian Honours and Awards System and the 25th Anniversary of the formation of the Australian Bravery Association at the 2025 ABA National Conference.
PROGRAM OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY 14 FEBRUARY 2025
7.00pm - 11.00pm. ANNUAL BLACK-TIE DINNER - Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the ABA and 50th Anniversary of the Australian Honours and Awards System
The Marion
Located in: National Capital Exhibition, Canberra
Address: Act Parks Depot, Barrine Drive, Parkes ACT 2600
Have a glass of bubbles on the Terrace and take in the view before dinner, then enjoy a sumptuous 3 Course alternate drop dinner, accompanied by bubbles, red or white wine, beer, and soft drinks. With tea and coffee to follow. The RMC Band will play throughout the night for your pleasure.
Cost: $120.00.
Dress: Black Tie/Mess Dress/Lounge Suit for gents, Evening Wear for ladies.
Miniature Medals to be worn.
Entry to the venue is not possible before 6:45pm.
SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2025
10.30am - 1pm. AUSTRALIAN BRAVERY ASSOCIATION AGM & LUNCH
Canberra Services Club
Address: 51 Blackall Street, Barton ACT 2600
Note: Please arrive and register by 10.15am. Members wanting to vote are asked to register with the National Secretary 15mins prior to the commencement of the AGM.
The AGM will be a combination of face-to-face and ZOOM to allow members to join in from around the country.
6.00 for 9.00pm. RECEPTION AT THGE HOME OF THE ABA
Royal Australian Mint
Address: Denison Street, Deakin ACT 2600
Canapés and drinks will be served. Come and see the new renovations.
Cost: $35.00.
Dress: Smart casual
Miniature medals to be worn.
SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2025
10am-12am. SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Australian Bravery Garden
Address: Government House, Dunrossil Drive, Yarralumla ACT 2600.
Please arrive by 9:30am for security clearance.
Dress Code: Men: Suit or Jacket and Tie
Ladies: Day Wear
Full-size medals to be worn.
12.30pm-3.00pm. FAREWELL LUNCH
The Jetty
Address: East Kiosk, Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600
Parking is available along Queen Elizabeth Terrace or in Parkes Place West car park. This is right alongside Questacon and is only a short walk down. Please be aware if anyone has any mobility issues, being dropped off out the front of the venue would be preferable.
Come for lunch and a farewell drink, and get new friends’ contact details saved to your phone.
3.00pm. DISPERSAL
The bus will depart at 3.10pm from The Jetty.
QUERIES, REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Please direct queries, and email or post registration forms, to:
Melanie Warburton
ABA National Membership Secretary
Email: melanie.warburton@outlook.com
Address: 16 Embling Street, Wanniassa ACT 2903
Mobile: 0437 042 099
ABA National Conference 2024
PROGRAM OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY 9 FEBRUARY 2024
5.00pm - 7.30pm. OFFICIAL RECEPTION AND WELCOME TO CANBERRA
‘The Conservatory' set within the Officers Mess, Duntroon House *
Parnell Road, Royal Military College, Duntroon, Canberra, ACT, 2600 Entrance off Morshead Drive
Enjoy hot and cold platters with beer, wine and bubbles.
Cost: $35.
Dress: Smart casual, with miniature medals.
SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2024
9am - 12pm. AUSTRALIAN BRAVERY ASSOCIATION AGM
Southern Cross Club, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606.
Note: Please arrive and register by 8.45 am. Members wishing to vote are asked to register with the National Secretary 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the AGM.
The AGM will be a combination of face-to-face and ZOOM to allow members to join from around the country. Details of the ZOOM link will be sent out with the AGM Notice to Members.
7.00 for 11.00pm. ANNUAL BLACK-TIE DINNER
Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606.
Three course alternate drop dinner, drinks are included in the price, bubbles, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Tea and coffee will be available throughout the night.
Cost: $100.
Dress: Black Tie/Mess Dress/Lounge Suit for gents, after 5 Wear for ladies, with miniature medals.
SUNDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2024
10am-11am. SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Australian Bravery Garden, Government House, Dunrossil Drive, Yarralumla ACT 2600. Arrive by 9.30 am to clear security.
Dress: Suit or Jacket and tie for men and day wear for ladies. Full size medals to be worn.
12pm-2.00pm. INFORMAL LUNCH & FAREWELL
Kingston Foreshore, 7/81 Giles Street, Kingston, ACT 2604 .
Cost: Pay as you go.
2.00pm. DISPERSAL
Suggested Accommodation
Due to the light rail extension road works and expected renovations at the Hellenic Club Woden, the bus pick-up and drop-off point will be outside the ABC building, 1 Wakefield Ave, Turner ACT 2612 on the Corner of Northbourne and Wakefield Ave. There are many hotel options located close to the bus pick-up point for members to choose from. The light rail runs along Northbourne Avenue, check this website for information. https://www.transport.act.gov.au/travel-options/light-rail
Transport for Members
A bus will be available to transport members staying at a cost of $15 per person.
Enquiries about the National Conference may be directed to:
Goch Kot BM
Australian Bravery Association ACT President
Email: ABAACTPresident@gmail.com
Address: 52 Robyn Boyd Crescent, Taylor ACT 2913
Mobile: 0422 262 978
Queensland Rescuers Meet Up
QUEENSLAND BRAVERY EVENT. Are you the recipient of a bravery award from any organisation, know someone who is, or maybe you're just interested to know more about nominating someone for a bravery award?
The Australian Bravery Association (ABA) is a volunteer not-for-profit community organisation run by bravery award recipients, families and friends. It was established in 2000 with the primary function of “supporting those who risk their life to save life, property or the environment”.
On 3 December 2023, at 10am, we will be having an informal gathering at Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park Surf Lifesaving Club (upstairs) and you are invited to come join us for an informal get-together, for coffee and a chat with other rescuers.
More information about the ABA can be found at www.forbravery.org.au . If you are interested in attending, please contact Sally Gregory, ABA Queensland President, on ABAQLDPresident@gmail.com .
Tag and share with anyone you know who has been recognised for bravery.
Victoria Reunion 2023
ITINERARY
FRIDAY 9 JUNE 2023
5pm - 6.30pm MRCC Civic Reception
Council Buildings - Cnr 9th Street & Deakin Avenue Mildura Victoria 3500
After reception: An Informal Dinner at Mildura RSL
Miniature medals to be worn
Pay as you go
SATURDAY 10 JUNE 2023
10 am - 12 pm River Cruise with Mildura Cruises
Departing from the Mildura Wharf enjoy this 2 hour cruise along the beautiful Murray River including morning tea.
BYO drinks.
Adult $50 per person, Child $15
SATURDAY 10 JUNE 2023
1 pm- 3pm Australian Inland Botanical Gardens
Light lunch ( Sandwiches & Coffee) Pay as you go. Train ride available around the Botanical Gardens $10.
SATURDAY 10 JUNE 2023
6.00pm Bravery Association Dinner
Chaffey Restaurant
Best Western Chaffey Motor Inn
244 Deakin Avenue Mildura Victoria 3500
Canapes and Bubbles on arrival Main and Dessert will be served
Other drinks are pay as you go
Dress is semi-formal jacket and tie, after 5pm wear for ladies and miniature medals.
Adult $95 per person, Child $15
SUNDAY 11 JUNE 2023
1.00pm Casserole Lunch at Coralee's
Mildura Gardens
Unit 55, 333 Eighth Street Mildura Victoria 3500
An informal lunch will be held for members and guests
ABA National Conference 2023
PROGRAM OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2023
6.00pm - 8.00pm. OFFICIAL RECEPTION AND WELCOME TO CANBERRA
Royal Australian Mint, Denison St, Deakin ACT 2600.
Canapes and drinks provided.
Cost: $35.
Dress: Smart casual, with miniature medals.
8.15pm. INFORMAL DINNER
Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606.
Cost: Pay as you go.
For those Members and Guests who would like a bite to eat, a table will be booked at the Clubhouse and Bar. The bus will drop Members and Guests at the Southern Cross Club, and then continue onto the Abode for those not wanting dinner. The Abode is an easy walk from the Southern Cross Club.
SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2023
9am - 12pm. AUSTRALIAN BRAVERY ASSOCIATION AGM
Southern Cross Club, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606.
Note: Please arrive and register by 8.45 am. Members wishing to vote are asked to register with the National Secretary 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the AGM.
The AGM will be a combination of face-to-face and ZOOM to allow members to join from around the country. Details of the ZOOM link will be sent out with the AGM Notice to Members.
7.00 for 11.00pm. ANNUAL BLACK-TIE DINNER
Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606.
Three course alternate drop dinner, drinks are included in the price, bubbles, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Tea and coffee will be available throughout the night.
Cost: $100.
Dress: Black Tie/Mess Dress/Lounge Suit for gents, after 5 Wear for ladies, with miniature medals.
The Southern Cross Club is an easy walk from the Abode, just across the road from the Woden Shopping Centre. Free parking will be available underneath the club, a ticket should be obtained on entry to the carpark and validation is required at reception before leaving.
SUNDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2023
10am-11am. SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Australian Bravery Garden, Government House, Dunrossil Drive, Yarralumla ACT 2600. Arrive by 9.30 am to clear security.
Dress: Suit or Jacket and tie for men and day wear for ladies. Full size medals to be worn.
12pm-1.30pm. INFORMAL LUNCH & FAREWELL
Southern Cross Yacht Club, Snapper on the Lake. Lotus Bay, Mariner Place, Yarralumla ACT 2600.
Cost: Pay as you go. Fish and Chips on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin.
2.00pm. DISPERSAL
Suggested Accommodation
Abode Woden, 10 Bowes Street, Phillip ACT 2606.
The Abode Woden offers all the amenities of home and is within walking distance to the Woden shopping precinct, cafés, restaurants, clubs and retail therapy. It is a few minutes’ walk from the Hellenic Club. Website: https://abodehotels.com.au/hotels/woden/
Transport for Members
A bus will be available to transport members staying at the Abode Woden at a cost of $10 per person.
Enquiries about the National Conference may be directed to:
Melanie Warburton
National Membership Secretary
Mobile: 0437 042 099
ABA Queensland Patio Party & Brekky
Saturday 12 November 2022
ABA Queensland Patio Party
Time: 4pm
Venue: “Burleigh Heads Beach House” - 23 Vantage Point Drive Burleigh Heads Qld
Bring a plate (potluck) and drinks. Sausages and rolls provided. Uncle Jamie’s Karaoke.
Sunday 13 November 2022
Beach Brekky
Time: 8am
Venue: “Kevin Gates Park” - opposite 19 Awoonga Ave Burleigh Heads Qld
BYO Picnic, chair and togs.
Cost for both events: $10
RSVP by 5 November 2022 to Sally Gregory - ABAQldPresident@gmail.com
Event flyer - download here.
ABA Victoria Reunion 2022
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