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National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association with Thomas Carr College

A wreath laying to honour those who served during the Malayan Emergency and Indonesian Confrontation.

31 August 2023 12:00 pm - 31 August 2023 12:30 pm
Second World War Forecourt, Shrine of Remembrance, Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, VIC 3001
Free admission
Accessible venue
Child friendly

The National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association of Australia was established in June 1995 and has branches in all states and territories. They honour the memory and sacrifice of all those who served during the Malayan Emergency and Indonesian Confrontation.

The Malayan Emergency took place between 1948 and 1960. Australians from all branches of the Armed Forces served over a 13-year period. Thirty-nine Australians were killed.

The Indonesian Confrontation took place between 1962 and 1966. Twenty-three Australians were killed during the Confrontation.

The National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association will be supported by students and staff of Thomas Carr College at this service.

Shrine Representative:

  • Shrine Life Governor Lieutenant Colonel Adrian Lombardo

Reviewed 16 May 2023

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