About Us
CAMBERWELL POMPEY ELLIOTT RSL SUB-BRANCH PROVIDES COMMUNITY, RESPITE AND WELFARE SUPPORT TO VETERANS, FIRST RESPONDERS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
OUR MOTTO: NO ONE LEFT BEHIND
THE WORK WE DO
OUR SERVICES
MEMBERSHIP
We welcome Defence Force members (current and former), first responders, and their families.
RESPITE PROGRAM
We offer an exclusive respite accommodation program for our members.
WELFARE
We advocate for our veterans and their families to ensure they receive the welfare support they need through claims to the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) and any assistance in the appeal process.
MEMBERSHIP
OUR MEMBERS ARE
OUR TOP PRIORITY
LATEST NEWS
NEWS AND UPDATES
Member Spotlight: Robert Winther
From Legacy Child to Veteran Champion: 60 Years of Service From Kokoda to Afghanistan, Camberwell Pompey Elliott RSL life member Rob Winther has spent 60 years supporting Australian veterans across generations at Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital. As Veteran Liaison...
Member Spotlight: Max Farrow
Member Spotlight: Joseph Hopwood
Vietnam War veteran Joseph Hopwood shares his journey from 3RAR service in Vietnam to finding crucial support through Camberwell Pompey Elliott RSL's veteran assistance programs. How Long Have You Been a Member at Camberwell Pompey Elliott RSL? I've been a member...
Member Spotlight: Daryl Christie
INTRODUCING DARYL CHRISTIE "Military service is the greatest lesson in looking after your mates." Camberwell RSL treasurer Daryl Christie's experiences at Fire Support Base Coral in 1968 forged a lifetime commitment to veteran support. His powerful story spans five...
Sir Robert Risson: Quiet Strength, Lasting Legacy
A Legacy Etched into Melbourne's History In the story of Melbourne's veteran community, some names are remembered with fanfare. Others, like Sir Robert Joseph Risson, are remembered for the strength of their quiet service - and the lasting impact they had on those...
Pompey Elliott: The Heart of the Anzac Spirit
A Legacy That Lives On At Camberwell Pompey Elliott RSL Sub Branch, we draw not only on the strength of our community but on the powerful legacy of one of Australia's most revered military figures - Major General Harold Edward "Pompey" Elliott. His name is etched into...
Honouring the Past, Reflecting on the Present
April is a time of remembrance across Australia — a time when communities come together to reflect on the Anzac Spirit, the courage and mateship of those who served, and the legacy they leave behind. At the Camberwell Pompey Elliott RSL Sub-Branch, this spirit runs...
Member Spotlight: Paul McCrohan OAM
INTRODUCING PAUL McCROHAN OAM Vietnam veteran Paul McCrohan OAM has dedicated decades to education, sports administration, and veterans' affairs. His commitment spans 48 years in teaching, extensive RSL leadership, and passionate advocacy for remembering veterans'...
Member Spotlight: Brian Watt
INTRODUCING BRIAN WATT Long-term RSL member Brian Watt served with the Royal Engineers in North Africa in the wake of WWII. He was involved in constructing a railway as well as clearing mines and defensive installations in the challenging desert conditions of Libya,...
Member Spotlight: Liz Quinn
INTRODUCING ELISABETH QUINN One of our newest members, Elisabeth (Liz) Quinn has over 20 years’ experience in the Royal Australian Navy. She’s passionate about women’s sport, mentorship, and adventure - like hiking the Great Ocean Walk in Crocs! A sci-fi fan and...
Member Spotlight: Olyve Clarke
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Honouring Our Veterans, One Story at a Time Welcome to the Camberwell Pompey Elliott RSL’s Member Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on the remarkable individuals who have dedicated their lives to serving our nation. Through their stories,...
Member Spotlight: Barry Jones
INTRODUCING BARRY JONES For nearly 50 years, Barry Jones has been an integral part of the veteran community, with his military background rooted in covert operations with the SAS 2 "Sabre" Squadron in Vietnam during the early 1970s. After his service, Barry built a...
The Merging of Two Great RSL Sub-Branches
In a great display of collaboration, RSL Sub-Branches Tramways East Melbourne and Camberwell City have joined forces to become the Camberwell 'Pompey' Elliott RSL Sub Branch. Our aim is to provide the best possible outcomes for our members, who include serving and...
A History of Tramways and East Melbourne RSL
In the heart of Melbourne, where history and camaraderie intersect, the story of Tramways RSL and East Melbourne RSL unfolds. These two distinguished Sub-Branches joined forces to create a legacy that continues to honour veterans and serve the community. Let's step...
Wattle Park Patriotic Area: The Connection to Camberwell RSL
An introduction After World War 1, the 24th Battalion, continuing as a militia unit, established its training base at Wattle Park, close to its administrative headquarters at the Surrey Hills Drill Hall. In May 1929, the 24th Battalion, led by Lieutenant-Colonel...
HAROLD ‘POMPEY’ ELLIOTT
‘FOR THE VETERANS WHO YET
REMAIN, THERE IS NOT ONE
WHO WALKS, WHO WILL NOT
RUN TO FOLLOW HIM.’
‘FOR THE VETERANS WHO YET REMAIN, THERE IS NOT ONE WHO WALKS, WHO WILL NOT RUN TO FOLLOW HIM.’
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