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sydney legacy
Annual Review 2013–2014
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In 2013-2014
we enrolled:
and spent:
550
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12,250
90
340
417
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4.1m
Legatees
Community
Service
Workers
Widows
Children
People with
a Disability
New Widows,
Children &
People with
a Disability
On Welfare
Expenditure
about sydney legacy
the badge of legacy
our vision
our values
“The Badge of Legacy symbolises in its
torch the undying flame of service and
sacrifice handed to us by our comrades
in war who have passed on. In its wreath of
laurel, with its points inverted in remembrance,
is the guerdon of honour: that is the meed of
those who gave their lives for their country.”
Legacy is recognised by government, other
ex-service organisations and the community
as an ethical, effective and responsible advocate
for, and provider of, support for the dependants
of veterans and other eligible persons.
The values which have driven the behaviour
of Sydney Legacy and which are seen as
vital for the on-going behaviour in Legacy
(both for Legatees and employees) are:
our mission
Safeguarding the welfare of eligible dependants
of incapacitated and deceased Australian Defence
Force veterans and other eligible persons in
an ethical, effective and responsible manner.
—— Service
—— Compassion and understanding
—— Honesty and integrity
—— Transparency and
—— Dedication
front cover : Legatee Jo Morrice, a former Junior Legatee,
leads the march for current and former Junior Legatees
in Sydney’s ANZAC Day March 2014.
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Major General Mi
chael (Mick) Slater
AO, DSC, CSC Co
mmander Forces
Command
with Junior Legatee
s
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introduction
Sydney Legacy’s support of the families of veterans
who have lost their lives or health is enduring
Founded on the Australian value of mateship,
with a promise made in the trenches of World
War I to a digger uttering the words “look after
the missus and kids”, Legacy has provided
solid support for more than 90 years.
Legacy was formed in the years after World
War I, a war where 60,000 Australians lost their
lives. Individuals stepped up to the challenge
of looking after their Widows and children as
they vowed to “Keep the Promise”, and this
has endured for 90 years.
Although most Australian Defence Force troops
have departed Afghanistan, Legacy’s role in
supporting veterans’ families continues and such
support will be needed for decades to come.
Legacy is still assisting the Widows of World War
I veterans as they do for all conflicts since; World
War II, Korean War, Malaysian contingency and
Vietnam Wars, and the more recent deployments
in Namibia, the Middle East, Bosnia, Somalia,
Cambodia, Rwanda, Bougainville, East Timor,
Iraq, the Solomon Islands and Afghanistan.
Our service personnel are prepared to make
the ultimate sacrifice so we cannot forget the
families, who bear an enduring sacrifice when
a veteran gives their life or health for the nation.
is there to provide safety, care and support for
their families. This extends to families of those
who have died subsequent to their Defence
Force Service and to those who lose their health.
—— Widows’/partners’ and children’s holidays
—— Widows’ /partners’ and dependants’
social clubs, including special social
functions for People with a Disability.
This level of support is highly regarded and
valued throughout the Australian Defence
Force and the Australian community.
Since Federation more than 102,000 Australian
servicemen and women have lost their lives
in wars and conflicts around the world and
Legacy has stood by to assist their families.
Sydney Legacy assists the families of veterans
who gave their lives or health by providing
funding for:
—— Advocacy to gain pension entitlements
—— Assistance is seeking medical treatment
—— Help for transport assistance
—— Children’s education and development
Defence, humanitarian and peacekeeping
operations are inherently dangerous activities.
Australia’s sailors, soldiers and airmen and women
know that in the event of death on service, Legacy
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The generous support of the Australian
community allows Legacy to continue its
vital work.
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Message from
Message from
our patron
the chief of the
defence force
I speak from the heart in saying that there can be
no greater institution in Australia that represents
the love, the mateship, the loyalty, and the
solidarity that is symbolised in all Legacy does.
I do not know of any organisation comparable
in this nation nor in any nation. The feeling, the
respect and the affection and gratitude which
Legacy inspires are quite unique.
I have been well aware of Legacy since my
childhood because some of my dearest friends
at school and at university were young people
who had lost their fathers in World War II.
They were being supported by Legacy, not
only through high school years, but at university
as well. They continued on to achieve their full
potential and have served around the world
in various roles for Australia in many fields.
I thank all in Legacy, especially the Legatees,
and all those who support Legacy.
The investment that Legacy has made and
continues to make is perhaps one of the most
enriching and rewarding in our nation.
Last year I was asked to become National Patron
of Legacy, something I thought quite deeply
about before saying “yes”.
awareness of those who have given their
health and about how it affects families who
need support.
Legacy is a national institution with a proud
90 year history and accepting the position
of patron is more than an honour, it represents
the promise made by former personnel
in uniform to our families.
Indeed, if we go back to former years, all those
Diggers’ Rest Homes, that is how we dealt with
the issue before. We don’t anymore. We want
people to interact but they and their families
need help. I will take that on specifically as
Patron, to push that point with our people.
Those of us in the Defence community have had
Legacy as part of our life from the time we walk
in the doors. Many members of the ADF are in
fact Legatees and many, many have, over time,
had their families cared for by Legacy.
Her Excellency Professor
The Honourable Dame Marie R. Bashir, AD CVO
Governor of New South Wales
While Legacy has long supported the families
of those who have lost their lives in service
to our country, I recognise the new direction
Legacy has taken on, to care for the families
of those who are incapacitated and can’t take
care of their families.
I hold our military, encompassing our Army,
Air Force and Navy, and indeed Legacy, in high
regard. It is a joy for me to be associated with
anything to do with our Services. That most
noble expression – Lest We Forget – epitomises
the spirit of Legacy.
This is an important move. When I think back
over the last 10 or 15 years, of all the new
veterans and families that are being brought
into the Legacy family, I believe there is a new
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On behalf of all in the Australian Defence
Force, I’d like to thank all at Legacy who
provide significant assistance to these
families, especially the Legatees who
give so generously of their time and effort.
General David Hurley AC DSC
Chief of the Defence Force
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president’s message
Legacy is committed to supporting a special group of Australians
– the families of those who have lost their lives or health in service
to our nation as members of the Australian Defence Force.
The past twelve months have been an especially
exciting time for Legacy as this wonderful
organisation celebrated its 90th year.
It is recognised that if the veteran’s health
issues can be resolved, then some of the
family’s problems may also be addressed.
Reflecting on achievements of such a long
serving body of people, it is encouraging
to acknowledge the number of people
the Legacy family has supported.
For this reason, Legacy has entered into
collaboration with DefenceCare, a subsidiary
of RSL NSW State Branch and the
Commonwealth Department of Veterans
Affairs to ensure resources are applied to
each case in an effective and efficient manner.
But while pride in our past is natural,
Legacy is very much looking to the years ahead
so that it can continue its work for all the families
and individuals who will need our assistance
in times to come.
As we approach the Anzac Centenary
in 2015 there is increasing acknowledgement
of the sacrifices our service personnel make.
The recognition of seriously wounded veterans,
whether in body or mind, is increasing as is the
recognition that their health impacts on their
families, not just for week or months, but often
for years or life.
Legacy continues to attract people of solid
character who wish to help people live better lives
and the time and effort they give willingly should
be commended.
While we all commemorate what our service men
and women have done for our country, Legacy’s
focus is the families who are left behind.
Recovery of the family (and the veteran) is the
ideal outcome and Legacy support for these
families may be short term.
In comparison, Legacy support for spouses and
children of veterans who have died is generally
for longer periods, often for life or until children
complete their education.
Colin Dunston President
Eric Easterbrook Vice President
Paul O’Sullivan Vice President
Gwynn Boyd
John Butcher
Recovery of the family (and the veteran) is the
ideal outcome and Legacy support for the family
may be short term.
Neil Cutler
To our many donors, who buy a Badge during
Legacy Week in September, who drop coins
or notes into our buckets or tin hats through
the year or financially support us in any way,
we are truly thankful.
Paul Lane
Colin Dunston
President
Naturally, none of this work can be done without
a team of very dedicated people. The personal
care that Legacy endeavours to provide is
achieved through members of Legacy, called
Legatees, and through trained staff.
The Board
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Tim Edwards
Dianne Finch
Greg Wrate
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FAMILIES
Sascha Douglas was living in Wagga Wagga, raising her
three children, when her husband died suddenly.
Families are at the heart of what Legacy does. Simply, Legacy
tries to make families’ lives easier during the years ahead.
Kevin Douglas had served in the Army for
10 years, including in East Timor with 3RAR.
He had returned and was working at Kapooka,
training new recruits when he died.
Legacy families receive a range of support
to help ease the burden of managing when
a partner and parent has died.
Shortly after the death of a spouse or partner,
a volunteer member of Legacy, called a Legatee,
is selected to assist the Widow and family,
on their request.
The Legatee will assess what help the family
needs in the short term and for the years ahead.
Many important decisions need to be made
in this difficult period – including whether the
family will continue to live where they are or
wish to relocate to be near family and friends.
The Legatee will help them work through
decisions, assisting with what can seem like
insurmountable paperwork, finding the best
available advice for legal, financial or building
matters or arranging counselling.
Mrs Douglas decided to return home to Sydney’s
southern suburbs to be closer to family.
A Legatee may also be a mentor to children,
someone from whom to ask advice and a close
friend who can help on occasions when a sole
parent can’t manage.
The months that followed her husband’s
death passed in a blur and she was
overwhelmed by all the decisions she
had to make.
Sydney Legacy provides a range of camps and
holidays for families as well as supervised camps
for children without their parents.
“He knew what benefits we were entitled to,
what forms needed to be completed regarding
our house and dealt with documentation for
the schools my children, Dylan, Mia and Chloe
(then aged 11, 6 and 4) were attending.”
But Mrs Douglas also appreciated the help
Legatee Pearson gave with the children,
building a relationship with them.
“It was especially important for Dylan
to have a male influence.
Sydney Legacy learned of her situation
and made contact with her.
“They love Legatee Pearson, they think
he is the “bees knees”.
Being a part of the Legacy family also provides
an opportunity to stay in contact with the
defence community.
Legatee Gary Pearson, who was assisting
several contemporary Widows with young
children, became her allocated Legatee.
As many children have spent years living on
army bases they are comfortable with that
environment and enjoy the ongoing association.
“He helped me get all the paperwork in order,”
Mrs Douglas said.
“The Legacy family has become an integral
part of our lives and the children and I hold
a lot of pride in being part of Legacy. We are
very grateful for all they have done for us.”
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Mrs Douglas and the girls have attended
a Legacy weekend with other families at
Terrigal and the girls will join in at Legacy
camps when they are a little older.
They love joining in the Junior Legatee march
on ANZAC Day and Mia was thrilled when
she was chosen to present Her Excellency,
Professor Marie Bashir, AO, CVO, the
Governor of New South Wales, with
a sprig of rosemary on ANZAC Day 2013.
Her Excellency chatted with the girls,
Dylan and Mrs Douglas, for quite some time,
a Legacy memory they will never forget.
Mrs Douglas knows that Legacy will be
there to provide practical and emotional
support for her
and her children
and long as
she needs.
JUNIOR LEGATEES
Children who suffer the loss of a parent during or after their Defence Force service are called Junior Legatees.
Sydney Legacy provides them with a range of
support to help them on their road to adulthood.
holiday between Narrabeen Sports Academy in
Sydney and the Legacy Holiday House at Moss Vale.
Legacy cannot wholly replace what a parent does
or means, but the support it provides is invaluable.
They visit many attractions in Sydney and the
Southern Highlands, with the children being
kept busy while they continue friendships from
year to year.
Camps and holidays for children and families
Letting children be children is at the core of
activities at Sydney Legacy’s camps and holidays.
Daytime activities at this year’s January camp
included a visit to a naval ship at Garden Island,
ice skating, a variety of sports, cinema visits and
indoor games and activities.
The loss of a parent changes a child’s experience
of childhood.
Each year, Junior Legatees have the opportunities
to attend camps and holidays with other children
who share and understand some of what they are
going through.
The high school age Junior Legatees attend a
camp at Mt Keira, organised by Wollongong South
Coast Legacy. They undertook many walks on the
South Coast and swam, snorkelled and played
bowls while building their friendships.
For many of these children, the camps and
holidays are the highlights of their year and
something they look forward to between times.
The younger and older Junior Legatees joined
up for a day on Pittwater, hosted by the Royal
Motor Yacht Club at Newport, and again
at Jamberoo Action Park.
Each January, younger Junior Legatees split their
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Each March, Sydney Legacy families are invited to
attend a weekend at a beachside resort at Terrigal.
While the children are kept busy swimming, surfing,
canoeing and heading out on other activities, their
mothers have time to share their experiences
of raising their children alone.
The emotional support these opportunities provide
for both Widows and children is significant.
Former Junior Legatees provide leadership
for these camps and holidays.
They remember their special times when they were
young and see the worth in helping today’s Junior
Legatees experience similar joys and camaraderie.
While for some of the former Junior Legatees
it is quite some years ago, others lead camps
while they undertake tertiary studies or start
in the workforce, wanting to give back to others
while increasing their leadership skills.
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Skye Allard and her
grandmother Helen McWilliam.
Veronica Kelsey, Mark O’Keeffe, Jo Glazebrook and Andrew Catton.
friends for life
Legacy takes credit for helping form lifelong friendships. Many Junior
Legatees stay in touch long after their days at camps and holidays end.
Andrew Catton was 4 when his father was killed
during Cyclone Tracy in Darwin in 1974.
“I never downplay the influence Legacy had in my
life, how it shaped me into the person I am today.
It is a truly wonderful organisation, run by truly
wonderful people,” Andrew said.
He found school difficult but looked forward
to the annual summer Legacy camps, where
he met friends Veronica, Jo and Mark.
“I will always be sad when I think of how I lost my
father so young, but the silver lining that came
with Legacy is something I will never forget.”
daniel forrest
Legacy recognises the importance of education,
in school and beyond.
Sydney Legacy has supported Daniel Forrest
with his education since 2008 after he and his
sister Rae-Li became Junior Legatees after
their father died.
Sydney Legacy financially supports Junior Legatees’
education through primary, secondary and tertiary
education, whether at TAFE or university.
They have stayed in contact, as Legacy was
important to them all.
Growing up without a dad was difficult but the
Legacy family stepped in to help Andrew and
his family, ensuring his mother, brother, sister
and he had much needed assistance.
education
Financial assistance for uniforms, books, school
fees and excursions are just the start. Sydney
Legacy also helps with after school activities and
even pocket money.
Junior Legatees have the opportunity in their teen
years to undertake personal development courses,
such as Outward Bound or Young Endeavour
which provides them with lifelong skills and
experiences they will long remember.
Each year Legacy runs a special camp in
Busselton, Western Australia, which has support
from the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR).
Junior Legatees have the opportunity in their teen years to undertake
personal development courses, such as Outward Bound or Young
Endeavour which provides them with lifelong skills and experiences
they will long remember.
This gives Junior Legatees the opportunity of
experiencing some of the activities that their parent
in the Australian Defence Force may have had.
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For the past three years he has been awarded
the Beryl McFadyen Memorial Scholarship by the
Torch Bearers for Legacy committee. It is named
after Beryl McFadyen CBE Order of St John who
was the group’s president from 1949 to 1974.
Daniel completes his studies for Bachelor of
Commerce/Bachelor of Science degree this
year, with business majors in Human Resources,
Industrial Relations and Marketing and a Science
Psychology major.
He is grateful for this support as it has enabled
him to concentrate on his studies and fully
participate in all areas of his course work.
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Junior Legatee Skye Allard with Legacy Widows.
younger widows
Our younger Widows may have different
needs and Sydney Legacy has worked
tirelessly to ensure they are assisted
in practical ways as well.
As they look to a future without their partner
these Widows may need to juggle raising children
with returning to work or re-training for a career.
Sydney Legacy works with them provide advice
and assistance which best suits each Widow
or Widower.
They have their own supportive network
and keep in touch by Facebook, emails and
phone calls but also enjoy family holidays at the
Legacy Holiday House at Moss Vale or Terrigal.
Regular catch ups on special occasions such
as ANZAC Day, Legacy Week and in between
are also facilitated by Legacy.
widows
Assisting more than 12,000 Widows is a major challenge
but one Sydney Legacy has taken on with dedication.
There are many Widows’ Clubs across Sydney
and in regional areas where these women
can gather and enjoy each others’ company.
Preventing social isolation has a beneficial impact
on the health and wellbeing of senior citizens.
With many Widows in their senior years,
Sydney Legacy is kept busy with assisting
them in a range of areas.
Sydney Legacy assists those recently widowed
with pension claims to ensure they get all benefits
to which they are entitled.
Each year more than 450 Widows visit Legacy’s
Holiday House at Moss Vale to rest and enjoy
the company of others. Their stays include visits
to places of interest in the Southern Highlands
and nutritious home cooked meals.
Our Legatees, community service workers and
staff work diligently to see that they have access
to medical or dental treatment, assistance with
transport and “personal response units” to help
them obtain emergency help should they need it.
“A Widow whose family
had moved away with work
commitments ended up living
alone in a large, old house
near the Queensland border.
Moree Division referred her
to staff at Sydney Legacy and
she was promptly supplied
with a personal response unit.
A few months later she had
a fall in her home and used
the PRU to summon assistance.
She was hospitalised.
She recovered and returned
home and is grateful for the
support of Legacy.”
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people with a disability
gwenyth warner
Laying a wreath at The Cenotaph for the launch
of Legacy Week 2013 was a great honour for
Gwenyth Warner, whose father served with
the Royal Australian Navy.
There is a special group of people within Legacy
who will be supported for life.
Veterans’ dependants with a disability
are included in the Legacy family and receive
a variety of support.
The local Sydney Legacy divisions ensure
they obtain any assistance they need while
a specialised staff member plans outings
and events to ensure they have social
contact with others in Legacy.
They are a very social group and through the
Green and Yellow Wattle Groups they have
opportunities to visit places of interest around
Sydney that they may not otherwise venture to.
When he passed away in 1991, his wife Jean,
who had served with the Royal Australian Air
Force in World War II, became a Legacy Widow.
Cruises on the Nepean Belle from Penrith and
visits to the Botanic Gardens have been on this
year’s agenda and they were thoroughly enjoyed
by all who went.
Gwenyth would accompany her mother to
the Legacy House in Chatswood where they
undertook a range of activities including
collecting stamps off envelopes.
For most, Christmas may come but once a year,
but for this group there is the traditional Christmas
party and a Christmas in July, both held at the
Bankstown Sport Club.
When Jean passed away in 2005,
Legacy was still there to assist Gwenyth
in any way it could.
Holidays out of Sydney are also organised
with a specialist travel group.
Gwenyth was enrolled with Sydney Legacy
in 2001 and will be part of the Legacy family
for life.
Legacy encourages People with a Disability
to make informed decisions about their lives
but are there to support them when some
extra advice or information in required.
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Gwenyth enjoys the outings with the Wattle
Clubs, joining her friends on a range of
outings and gatherings each year. Among
her favourite were a visit to the Trainworks
Railway Museum in Thirlmere and a cruise
on the Hawkesbury River.
Last year she enjoyed a 10 day holiday, paid
for by Legacy, to the Gold Coast with Careaway,
a group which specialises in holidays for those
with special needs. They visited many of the
major attractions.
She joins in these activities, knowing she will
always have a wonderful time, especially with
her Legacy friends.
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Legatee Sheekey with Junior Legatees Peter Brown and Chloe Riley Hanson
at the 2013 Legacy Week Launch.
legatees at work
david sheekey
David Sheekey has had an association
with Legacy for most of his life.
Once he left school, he joined the Army,
serving in Vietnam with 9 RAR.
Legacy’s support is provided through an Australia-wide
network of Legatees.
He and his brothers became Junior Legatees
after their father died when David was 10.
In 1977, just a few years after Australia’s
withdrawal from Vietnam he became a
Legatee with Mosman/Lane Cove Division.
More than 6500 members of Legacy, called
Legatees, volunteer their time and effort to assist
veterans’ families. This personal contact ensures
the families receive the appropriate support and
advice they need.
They work with families in their local area and
know what assistance is available to them locally,
as well as from government agencies such as the
Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Social Welfare
and other community services.
In many circumstances Legatees fulfil
a special role as a guide and mentor
to younger family members.
He attended Legacy House in Castlereagh
Street on Friday nights for gym and woodwork
classes for many years.
The values which drive Sydney Legacy
are service, compassion and understanding,
honesty and integrity, transparency and
dedication.
During school holidays he went on camps
at Legacy Park, Narrabeen, sailing days on
Pittwater called Operation Float, adventures
at Lithgow on Operation Caves and other
activities which he remembers fondly.
Many Legatees are returned ex-servicemen
but membership embraces all men and women
committed to maintaining Legacy’s ideals.
He understands that growing up without a Dad
can be tough. But he had Legatees as guide
and mentors, including Legatees John Lyons,
Andy Noble, Dick Symons and Lloyd McElroy.
In the past year, Sydney Legacy has inducted
many new Legatees, people who will continue
to serve the families of our incapacitated and
deceased veterans, into the future.
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He has served on the Juniors Activities
Committee since 1977, escorted Junior
Legatees at many commemorative roles,
and with his wife Kay, former President
of the Women’s Auxiliary, has prepared
breakfasts at Legacy Central on ANZAC
Day since 1976.
“Giving back to today’s Junior Legatees
was a natural thing for me to do,” Legatee
Sheekey said.
“I know that today’s Junior Legatees get
as much out of the camps and activities
as my brothers and I did.”
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President of the Women’s Auxilary Neroli Lane
historic quilt
Mrs Muriel McCabe OAM researched
the creation of this quilt which hangs
at Central Office.
In 1995 the Executive Committee considered
how the Torch Bearers’ 50th anniversary could
be celebrated in 1996. All groups wanted to
participate so an Anniversary Quilt was agreed
upon. Every existing Torch Bearer Group
throughout NSW and Queensland were invited
to submit a square depicting their area.
The 54 squares include four containing the
names of the Central Executive Committee
members and three the names of various
Torch Bearer Groups.
The squares, featuring cross and long stitch,
embroidery, quilting, appliqué and painting,
show industries, cultural, geographical and
historical aspects, flora and fauna.
Anyone with anecdotes about the quilt can
share them with Mrs McCabe. Please contact
her on 9248 9071.
Moss Vale Holiday House
women’s auxiliary and
torch bearers for legacy
women’s auxiliary
Professor Marie Bashir AO, CVO, the Governor
of NSW was the guest of honour. Former Junior
Legatee Annie Eyres was the guest speaker and
she shared memories about what Legacy had
done for her when she was a child.
The commitment of Sydney Legacy’s Women’s
Auxiliary has helped provide thousands of Legacy
Widows, families and children with holidays at the
Sydney Legacy Holiday House at Moss Vale.
The Women’s Auxiliary holds card days and raffles
and some of the auxiliary assist with providing
lunches for the weekly Legatee gatherings.
Sydney Legacy purchased the house in 1946 and
the Women’s Auxiliary, which was formed in 1933,
has raised money ever since to support the home’s
operating costs and to fund improvements.
Some of the members are “Blue Belles” who assist
with the weekly lunches at Legacy’s Central Office.
Last year new flannelette sheets and towels
and 20 new beds were purchased to ensure
the comfort of our special guests. With more than
500 Widows staying each year and several weeks
of children on holidays, the facilities are well used
and greatly appreciated.
torch bearers for legacy
Mrs Muriel McCabe OAM has continued as the
Torch Bearers’ President and has been actively
supporting the five Torch Bearers’ groups within
Sydney Legacy; Lithgow, Hawkesbury, Roseville/
Chatswood, Blue Mountains and Camden.
A highlight of the year was the Women’s Auxiliary’s
annual general meeting when Her Excellency
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Since 1946 the Torch Bearers have supported
Legacy by raising much needed funds.
Formed in 1946, Torch Bearers for Legacy holds
annual street stalls, fashion parades, card, golf
and bowls days and other activities in support
of Sydney Legacy.
Each year the Torch Bearers for Legacy awards
the Beryl McFadyen Scholarship, named after Beryl
McFadyen CBE, OStJ, the Torch Bearers President
from 1949 to 1974. Daniel Forrest, who is enrolled
in the Bankstown Division of Sydney Legacy, has
been given the award for the last three years to
assist him in his Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor
of Science studies at the University of Sydney.
More support is needed within these groups.
Any men or women interested can contact
Legacy on 9248 9000.
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90th anniversary
The 90th anniversary of Legacy was celebrated by Sydney Legacy
with a picnic afternoon at Victoria Barracks.
Anyone with a connection to Legacy was invited
and attendees included current Widows, Junior
Legatees, Legatees as well as many former
Junior Legatees.
The reunion of former friends
was a special part of the day
and the 90th anniversary
re-sparked many friendships.
The special entertainment on the day included
music from the Australian Army Band – Sydney,
anecdotes from entertainers Lorrae Desmond
and Sylvia Rae who travelled to the Vietnam War,
and Lynne Fletcher who performed a bracket
of songs that she sang to the troops.
The special bond between former
Junior Legatees was evident in the
sharing of memories as members
of the Legacy family.
In the beautiful rooms of the Victoria Barracks
Officers Mess many people scanned the historic
photos displayed, looking for familiar faces,
their own and their friends.
Since 1923 Legacy has been part
of more than a million Australians’
lives as it will continue to be for
as long as it is needed.
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anzac day 2013
When Mia Douglas handed Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO, Governor
of New South Wales, a sprig of rosemary on ANZAC Day, she was following a long tradition.
From at least the time of World War II on each
ANZAC Day a Junior Legatee has presented
rosemary to the NSW Governor, who is the
leader of the ANZAC Day march.
Mia, with her sister Chloe close at hand, took
the task in her stride and the sisters spent time
chatting with Her Excellency.
Legacy was well represented with Legatees,
led by President Colin Dunston, Torch Bearers’
President Mrs Muriel McCabe OAM and Junior
Legatees marching from Barrack Street to the
Cenotaph to lay wreaths.
Dozens of Widows filled their reserved area on
George Street and they enthusiastically waved
to those who marched.
A large group of former Junior Legatees joined
current Junior Legatees in the march receiving
cheers from the onlookers.
At Legacy’s Central Office, dozens of volunteers
had spent days sprigging the rosemary.
Rosemary, an ancient symbol of remembrance,
has particular significance for Australians as
it grows wild on the slopes of Gallipoli. It was
believed to strengthen memory so became
a symbol of remembrance.
Early on ANZAC Day morning, teams of cadets,
scouts, guides and general volunteers arrived to
hand out the rosemary, asking people to wear it
with pride in memory of fallen and serving veterans.
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legacy week
The generosity of the public was evident during Legacy Week, the most prominent
time to spread the word about the organisation and to raise funds from the public.
Held in the first week of September, Sydney
Legacy raised more than $1.2 million, with
members of the ADF, cadets and students among
the volunteers who took to the streets.
The launch of Legacy Week 2013 saw former
Junior Legatee Major General Michael (Mick) Slater
AO, DSC, CSC Commander Forces Command
speak about his experiences with Legacy.
Friday was “Badge Day” when thousands
of students, volunteers and members of the
Australian Defence Force and Legatees sold
Legacy badges to the public who generously
supported the occasion.
“As well as raising funds, it is always terrific
to see the wonderful support Australians give
She immediately came over to the sailor
and offered the money for a $20 badge.
to veterans’ families by buying a badge and
wearing it with pride,’ said Sydney Legacy
President Colin Dunston.
The sailor told her that she should use the
money for herself, to which she responded
that her grandfather had been a serviceman
and she always supported Legacy when
she could.
“We get so many comments from people
about their appreciation with Legacy which
is lovely to hear.”
One particularly poignant story surfaced
on Badge Day.
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Legacy Week guest speaker: Majo
DSC,
General Michael (Mick) Slater AO,
CSC Commander Forces Command
She proudly wore the badge.
All money raised during Legacy Week
is spent on social welfare for those
who Legacy support.
A Navy badge seller returned to St James’
Church depot after selling badges on
a street corner.
On the footpath nearby sat a young homeless
woman. A member of the public approached
the young woman and gave her $20.
Sydney Le
gacy Patro
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Professor
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Marie Bas
hir AO CV
Governor
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of New So
uth Wales
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days with the forces
legacy junior public speaker award
In November, ten talented speakers delivered eloquent speeches at the National Finals
of the Legacy Junior Public Speaking Award, hosted in 2013 by Sydney Legacy.
Held at the National Maritime Museum, the skills
of the finalists were evident as they took to the
stage for their five minute prepared speeches
and two minute impromptu speeches.
Ella Finlay from MLC School took out first place
with a speech “From Disney to Reality” and
Tandee Wang from Sydney Technical High
School was runner up with a speech
on education reform.
The Legacy Junior Public Speaking Award
is held each year to develop young people’s
confidence. They are assessed on their ability
to convey a message or point of view to the
audience using a broad choice of words and
appropriate language, intonation, articulation,
pace and pausing.
The NSW contest is held in conjunction
with the NSW Department of Education
and Communities’ Arts Unit and is open
to all students aged 12 to 14 at government
and non-government schools in NSW.
Judges commented on the high standard of the
presentations throughout the competition which
attracted more than 1000 contestants.
The other NSW finalists in 2013 were Imogen
Harper from SCEGGS Darlinghurst, Nicole
Leong from Hornsby Girls High School, Isabella
Monardo from Kincoppal Rose Bay, Nina
Stammbach of Killara High School, Stephanie
Sardinha from Loreto Normanhurst and Sujneet
Singh from Prairiewood High School.
The skills of the finalists
were evident as they took
to the stage for their five
minute prepared speeches.
Each year the Royal Australian Navy, Australian
Army and Royal Australian Air Force host a group
of students, selected by Legacy, for a “Day with
the Forces”, giving them an up-close look at the
work of the armed forces
The students are chosen from those who
volunteer for Legacy during Legacy Week. They
are not necessarily those who raise the most
money but those who put in a tremendous effort.
At the RAAF Base at Richmond students saw
some of the aircraft up close, as well as the fire
trucks, air control towers and the highly trained
working dogs and their handlers.
At Holsworthy Army base, the activities included
viewing the explosive detection equipment, heavy
machinery and visiting a Commando unit to see
robots and a medical unit.
There was also an active component; the
students were driven around in jeeps and had
expert training before abseiling from a 90 feet
high tower.
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Sydney Legacy thanks the Australian Defence
Force for giving the students such a wonderful
opportunity to learn about their work and the
careers available within the ADF.
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LTGEN David Morrison and MC Lisa Wilkinson.
legacy remembrance lunch
thanking
our patron
Sydney Legacy has the pleasure
and honour of having Her Excellency
Professor Marie Bashir, AC CVO,
Governor of New South Wales,
as its Patron.
Sydney Legacy was honoured to have Lieutenant General David
Morrison AO as guest speaker at the 2013 Legacy Remembrance Lunch.
This annual event is aimed at those aspiring
to leadership or in executive roles, giving them
a chance to listen to some of our nation’s most
inspiring leaders.
An inspiring leader and an exemplar of moral
courage regardless of the personal cost, LTGEN
Morrison spoke about the challenges facing those
in positions of authority.
The sentiment of was at the heart of his YouTube
address to the Army early in 2013, in which, as the
Chief of Army, he forthrightly declared that every
soldier under his command was to actively stand
up against unacceptable behaviour and that
those who felt that harassment, discrimination
and workplace bullying was acceptable should
‘get out’ of the Army.
Lieutenant General’s Morrison’s moral courage
has been a driving factor behind his commitment
to cultural change and gender equality, and his
involvement in the Male Champions for Change
group and as a White Ribbon Ambassador.
“the standard you
walk past is the
standard you accept”
His call to arms – that “the standard you
walk past is the standard you accept” –
is underpinned by his own powerful example
and the desire to do what is right, rather than
what is immediately popular.
In recognition of her service, she
was presented by Sydney Legacy
President Colin Dunston with a beautiful
bronze statue at the Sydney Legacy
changeover lunch at Parliament
House in July, 2013.
The statue, which was created by
sculptor Christine Simpson, depicts
the Governor comforting a widow
with a baby and young child, a gesture
consistent with the work of Legacy.
The guests were enthralled by his words and
will no doubt remember them well into the future.
Also present was Mrs Anne Rouch
whose husband, the late Legatee
Peter Rouch suggested the gift when
he was President of Sydney Legacy.
For an invitation to the 2014 event,
contact [email protected]
or phone 9248 9070.
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volunteers
legacy and the austr alian defence force
Legacy has a close, beneficial relationship
with all sectors of the Australian Defence
Force (ADF).
There are many ways volunteers can have
a positive impact on those whom Legacy supports.
Volunteers can donate their time to help
at Legacy events, help in the office or on
outings or attend an event.
Among those who contribute regularly in this
way are hundreds of school students, cadets,
scouts and girl guides and Australian Defence
Force personnel. Their support is appreciated
in whatever form it comes.
Being a volunteer for Legacy can be fun and
rewarding, and there are many ways to help
Legacy “Keep the Promise”.
Volunteers are needed at different times of the year
and they can join a single event or return for more.
Among the annual volunteer activities are collecting
donations during Legacy Week, growing or
sprigging rosemary for ANZAC Day and assisting
with general office duties at our office in York St
When Legacy needs volunteers, members
of the ADF step forward, especially for Legacy
Week, and around ANZAC Day, by helping
to raise funds for Legacy at their events or
participating in others on behalf of Legacy.
at Wynyard. In addition Legacy groups arrange
local fundraising events throughout the year.
People with specialist skills can provide pro bono
expertise in areas such as web administration,
law, marketing, social media and technology.
In October, Victoria Barracks hosted
Sydney Legacy’s 90th Anniversary at their
Officers’ Mess and grounds in Paddington.
The Officers’ Spring Ball had Legacy as its
benefitting charity.
As well as individual volunteers, Legacy has
opportunities for corporate volunteers. Many
leading companies sponsor volunteering to
improve their employees’ skills through
teambuilding and promoting good citizenship.
Those wanting to contribute more may assist at
children’s activities in school holidays or become
a Legatee.
The spectacular International Fleet Review
chose Legacy as its charity and staff and
volunteers roamed the areas at Garden
Island and Barangaroo, armed with collection
buckets. They also took the opportunity
to chat to hundreds of people about
Legacy and the work it does.
Each year, RAAF at Richmond fundraises
for Legacy and the Royal Australian Navy,
Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force
host students on special visits to their bases
as acknowledgement for their efforts
in supporting Legacy.
Legacy thanks the ADF for its continued support.
If you are interested in volunteering
please call 9248 9000
or email: [email protected]
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nsw war atahs
Sydney Legacy was announced as an Official
2014 Charity Partner of the NSW Waratahs
Rugby Union team and the Tah’s supporters
gave generously during a match in March.
This initiative provides a platform for
rugby to make a real difference to a number
of charities across NSW. It extends the
“Tahs Together” community program
which sees players and coaches support
literally hundreds of community events
throughout the year.
Members of the Australian Defence Force
and Junior Legatees were invited to a game
prior to ANZAC Day and the children formed
a guard of honour for the players.
fundraising for legacy
Many individuals jump on board to help Sydney Legacy
by raising funds and their methods of doing so are varied.
Former Junior Legatee James Gordon was
delighted to be asked to decorate a chair in the
Temple & Webster Take a Chair initiative. James
said, “Legacy were angels to Mum, my brothers
and I when my Dad died.”
Teams join annual running events, dragon
boating, car racing and punishing commando
style courses and help Sydney Legacy while
having fun.
Over winter, the public had plenty of opportunities
to support Legacy as they took part in the
City2Surf fun run, Half Marathon and Rebel
Run. Leading Aircraftswoman Lisa James ran
these three events as well as the City2South and
City2Sea races in support of Legacy.
Others asked to show their decorating
flair were the Prime Minister Tony Abbott
and General David Hurley.
“Legacy were angels
to Mum, my brothers and
I when my Dad died.”
Participants in True Grit, a military inspired course
with 30 obstacles over the 10km to 12km course,
raised funds for Sydney Legacy while truly
challenging themselves.
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Former Junior Legate
e James Gordon
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fundraising for legacy
The THALES graduates’ program participants
have sold chocolates, held barbecues at
Bunnings and Woolworths, held pizza lunches,
trivia nights, a golf day, garage sale, participated
in the ANZAC Run and volunteered for Legacy
Week, raising more than $13,500 for Legacy.
Individuals support Sydney Legacy in a range
of ways and their enthusiasm is inspiring.
At Blacktown, another
keen gardener and Vietnam
veteran, Neil Curran, opened
his beautiful Balinese inspired
garden as part of the Open
Garden Australia organisation
with part of the proceeds going
to Legacy.
Artist Selena Smith, the artist in residence
at the EJ Ward Community Centre in Paddington,
created a “paper flowers” art installation in a
gorgeous local garden, invited people to view
it and collected for Legacy. The poppies were
created from a book “The ANZACS” by Patsy
Adams-Smith.
Harry Sanderson is the son of
an Army Chaplain. He supported
Sydney Legacy as a member of
the Balmain Tigers water polo
national league team, raising
funds at his home games.
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golf clubs
Major General Michael Slater and
2013 Legacy Golf Trophy winner Darryl Hearsch
golf
Throughout the year, thousands of golfers play across NSW raising money for Legacy. Some of them are
invited to attend the annual Governor’s Legacy Golf Trophy, held each November near Remembrance Day.
The 2013 78th Governor’s Legacy Golf Trophy
competition, will be remembered as one of the
wettest on record!
But while the play was damp, the camaraderie
was warm for all who attended enjoyed the day
at The Australian Golf Club.
The early start meant play was finished in time
for a relaxed lunch in the elegant dining room
overlooking the restructured course.
The guest speaker for the day was cricket
commentator Jim Maxwell who entertained
his audience with tales of past and present
cricket teams and indicated his delight with
the current team who went on to complete
a very successful summer.
While Sydney Legacy is grateful to each and
every one of these golfers, and their friends
and associates who participate, they regret
the opportunity to play at these prestigious
courses is limited.
Although the Governor, Her Excellency Professor
Marie Bashir AC, CVO could not attend this year’s
event, she sent her best wishes to all the players,
and thanked them for their support.
The 2013 winner was Darryl Hearsch from
Manly Golf Club.
The 2014 Governor’s Legacy Golf Trophy
will be held again at the Australian Golf Club,
on Thursday, 13 November, with high hopes
for better weather!
The Governor’s Legacy Golf day provides golfers
from clubs across metropolitan and regional
New South Wales the chance to play on, usually
in alternate years, The Australian Golf Club and
The Royal Sydney Golf Club courses.
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Asquith Golf Club
Avondale Golf Club Ex-Service Association
Avondale Golf Club
Bankstown Golf Club
Bardwell Valley Golf Club
Bathurst Golf Club
Bexley Golf Club
Bowral Golf Club
Canowindra Golf Ladies
Carnarvon Golf Club Association
Chatswood Golf Club
Cumberland Diggers Club
Elanora Country Club
Gordon Golf Club
Kareela Golf & Social Club
Killara Golf Club
Kogarah Golf Club
Lane Cove Country Club
Long Reef Golf Club
Macksville Country Club
Manly Golf Club
Massey Park Golf Club
Mona Vale Golf Club
Monash Country Club
Moree Golf Club
Muirfield Golf Club
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
Oatlands Golf Club
Pennant Hills Golf Club
Penrith Golf Club
Pymble Golf Club
Roseville Golf Club
The Australian Golf Club
The Royal Sydney Golf Club
Warringah Golf Club
Windsor Country Golf Club
Woolooware Golf Club
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“I feel that all Australians
have an obligation to support
the families of our Defence
Force veterans.”
Barry Crispe
Mrs Lee and Mr Barry Crispe
benefactor’s story
legacy torch society
Sydney Legacy is grateful that members of the
community make the choice to leave a gift in their
Will to our organisation.
In his early thirties, Barry Crispe remembers being involved in the
‘Northern Suburbs Torch Bearers for Legacy Progressive 20s Group’.
He helped organise functions, such as parties
and dances, 2 or 3 times a month where
attendees paid a small entry fee and raised funds
for Legacy. Also organised were groups to theatre
restaurants; skiing and camping weekends; and
themed fancy dress parties such as “Colonial
Capers”. They also joined with other young Torch
Bearers’ groups to organise larger functions and
it wasn’t unusual for them to raise over $3,000
from a single club in one year, which was a
considerable sum in the early 1970s.
Barry has very fond memories of the enthusiasm
of this young Torch Bearers’ group to raise funds
for Legacy, and it could become quite competitive
between other Torch Bearers’ clubs across Sydney.
We understand such a decision is a very private
one, however, by including Sydney Legacy in your
Will you can make a lasting difference.
“It was a very active group and the focus of
my social life for about 5 years, with the added
incentive that we were raising funds at the
same time to support the families of deceased
veterans,” Barry said .
with Legacy’s support, are offered similar
opportunities in life as any other families would
have, to set up a sound foundation for their lives
ahead” Barry said.
“Now that Legacy is supporting those families
whose partners have given their health or their
lives in serving their country, I know that Legacy
will be there for these families for however long
it takes to get them back on their feet again,
or for the long term.”
Barry reminisces, “We were highly motivated
and constantly organising functions that were
fun for us, but also had a clear purpose.”
When it came time for Barry to revisit his Will,
he decided to leave a gift to Sydney Legacy,
along with other charities.
Your gift will be a gift of hope for future generations.
The Legacy Torch Society was established so that
Sydney Legacy can acknowledge our supporters
who have advised us that they have made a
bequest to Sydney Legacy in their Wills.
Members of the Society are acknowledged
in a number of ways, including invitations to
special events, luncheons, a certificate of
membership and listing in our Honour Roll
with permission and our heartfelt thanks.
Sydney Legacy would be delighted to hear
from you if you are considering leaving a gift
in your Will, and following on from this, becoming
a member of the Legacy Torch Society.
“I feel that all Australians have an obligation
to support the families of our Defence Force
veterans. The families of these veterans,
Our Bequest Officer will be happy to assist you,
so please phone 9248 9012.
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bequests
Sydney Legacy is grateful for
the understanding and support
of the following families whose
departed loved ones remembered
Sydney Legacy by leaving a gift
in their Wills.
These generous people recognised
the importance of Sydney Legacy’s
work in supporting the families
of those who served our nation.
bequests
Mrs Robin Allen
Mr Lindsay Amor
Mrs Moira Kathleen Anchor
Vida Lillian Banks
Mrs Betty Barrett
Joan Beddingfield
Marie Bennett
Mrs L M Bennett (Kit)
Mrs Elizabeth Bosson
Mrs R.D. (Patricia) Bridges, OBE
Patricia and Albert Brown
Adrienne Buttner (nee Robinson)
Mr Colin C Cameron
Mrs Judith Cameron-Smith
Mona Coppock
Mr Ben Corbridge
Elsbeth Cullis
Thelma Daley
Bonnay Davies
Elaine Davis
Mrs Joyce Duncan OAM
Mrs Mary Eichner
Lynette Constance Evans
Mrs Janet V. Fenwick
Betty Filmer
June Alison Flinn
Estate of the Late Joan Beddingfield
Estate of the Late Iris Errol Leila Beddoe
Estate of the Late Shirley Margaret Burrow
Estate of the Late Kathleen Byrnes
Estate of the Late Mary Adair Campbell
Estate of the Late Thomas Angelo Cinccotta
Estate of the Late Norma Rose Dallis
Estate of the Late Kathleen Degnan
Estate of the Late Ailsa Guthrie
Estate of the Late Peter John Harding
Estate of the Late Bruce McLean Healey
Estate of the Late Mary Hinchcliffe
Estate of the Late Dr Prosper David Lark
Estate of the Late Mary Margaret Lamond
Estate of the Late Elizabeth Ledger
Estate of the Late Estelle May Malvern
Estate of the Late Audrey Myrtle McBurney
Estate of the Late Gwenie Rachel Mortimer
Estate of the Late Lorna May Rhodes
Estate of the Late Donald Ritchie
Estate of the Late Marea Sarah Philomena Roberts
Estate of the Late John Arthur Robinson
Estate of the Late Doreen Sharp
Estate of the Late Dorothy Warren-Watson
Valerie C Gregory
Pauline Marcus Griffin
Marjorie Hall
Bruce Leslie Hancock
Peter George Hoche Hannaford
Elaine Joy Hillier
Mrs Hazel J Horan
Paul T. Horn
Mrs Gwen Horne
Mr Jim Kenny
Mrs Rhonda May Langston
Carole Laverack
Mrs Dorothy Leviston AM
Mrs Estelle May Malvern
Marie March
Leila Betty McClenahan
Elfreda McMullen
John Mees
Mavis Mills
M.F. Milne
Morris Munro and Josephine
Munro-Wilcox
Mrs Margaret Nightingale
Mrs Alice Nuttall
Mrs Ralene Paul-Furley
Aaron Polak
Joyce Quinn
Mrs Dorothy Rosenfeld
Mrs Genevieve Scaliery
Lynette Silverlock (Bennett)
Mrs Ailsa Smith
Robert F. Stewart
Mrs Bruce Staples
Elva Marie Stubbs
D J Talbot
Julie Taylor
Mrs Chrysanthi Theodotou
nee Karavia
Florence Thomas
legacy torch society
honour roll
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Mrs Isabelita Tomlinson
Mrs Olga Urquhart
Mr & Mrs Eric Vail
Wendy Wurz
Margaret Miriam Weatherby
Mr Peter & Mrs Robyn Weller
Charles Peter Wesley
Caroline Wilkinson
Mrs C. Josephine Williams
Ellen E Wolfe
Beryl Margaret Woodgate
Kathi Wyldeck
Alberta Snowden-Ziebell
solicitor
supporters
Acclaim Legal
Adams & Partners Lawyers
Anne E Clarke, Solicitor
B Bilinsky & Co
B Hayward & Co
Beilby Poulden Costello
Bluebells Lawyers
Caldwell Martin and Cox
Calvin Nelson & Co
Cameron Legal
Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers
Colin J Duff & Co
Colquhoun & Colquhoun
Cooney Harvey Doney
C P White & Hetherington
C P White & Sons (Burwood)
David Crapp, Solicitor
David Marinic & Associates
Duncan & MacKenzie
Dunn Legal
Etheringtons Solicitors
GP Legal
H A Miedzinski Lawyers
Hamer & Hamer Solicitors
Jason Li Lawyers
Jenman Lawyers
J K Solicitors
John W. Hogan Solicitors
JR Lawyers
Lees & Givney
Loneragan & Hogan
Lovett & Green
L P Alidenes & Co
Mackenzie Russell & Co
M C W Lawyers
Michael Slattery Solicitors
O’Brien, Connors & Kennett
Osborne Bricknell Howell
Owen Hodge Lawyers
Patrick Grimes & Co
Paul & Paul Lawyers
Paul Stubbs Law Office
Peters Lawyers
Phillip Thompson & Associates
Redmond Hale Simpson
Robert Napoli & Co
Roberts Mann
Roslyn J Andrews
Savage & Love
Scully Legal
Selman Jowett Solicitors
Sharon Moss Legal
Sheathers Lawyers
Smythe Wozniak
Somerville Legal
Spooner & Hall
Tiyce & Partners Lawyers
W.K. Cahill & Associates
Watkins & Tapsell
Wilkinson, Throsby & Edwards
Williams, Woolf & Zuur
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donors
Sydney Legacy sincerely thanks all who have donated this year. We are unable to acknowledge
all donors and supporters in this document but give our heartfelt thanks for your generosity.
major donors
AMR Interactive
Angus Place Colliery CMUCF
Bathurst Broadcasters P/L
Blackmore Foundation
E J Hart Group Pty Ltd
Goffacan Pty Ltd
Guinness Peat Group
Maple-Brown Abbott Limited
Marathon Pty Limited
Mr & Mrs Robert & Carol Upton
Mr Cameron Williams
Mrs Jessica Hore
Mrs Gloria Saunders
Mrs Muriel Spalding
T.G. Millner Holdings Pty Limited
Tramby & Hanks Pty Ltd
Veruse Pty Ltd
trusts & foundations
Abbott Foundation
Michaela Arnott Foundation
Sydney Legacy ATF Estate of M E Bulkeley
Doherty Swinhoe Family Foundation
Dunstan Family Foundation
Ford Foundation
R A Gale Foundation
K & G Gluck Trust
Edith Hill Christmas Gift Fund
The Jenour Foundation
John and Connie Kennedy Trust
James N Kirby Foundation
Estate of the Late Allan St Ruth Knights
Moore Family Philanthropic Foundation
Edith Roche Trust
Say Family Foundation
associations,
clubs and units
1 Commando Regiment
145 Signal Squadron
17 Construction Squadron
2 Commando Regiment
2/2nd Australian Machine Gun Battalion
Association
2/17 Royal NSW Regiment
2nd/15th Field Regiment AIF Association
Welfare Fund
2nd/1st Field Regiment Club
4/3 Infantry Battalion
52nd Aust.Composite A.A Regt (AIF)Association
6th Aviation Regiment
8th Division Signals Association
AFC & RAAF Association-Sunderland
Squadron Branch
Ashfield RSL Club
Ashfield RSL Sub-Branch
Asquith Bowling Club
Auburn RSL Sub-Branch
Australian Army Band Sydney
Australian Federal Police Sports and Social Club
Australian Legion of Ex-Service Clubs
Avalon Beach RSL Sub-Branch
Balgowlah RSL Memorial Club
Balgowlah Seaforth Clontarf RSL Sub-Branch
Bathurst RSL Club
Belfield Bowling & Recreation Club
Belrose Men’s Bowling Club
Bexley RSL & Community Club
Birrong Bowling & Sports Club
Blacktown RSL Club
Blacktown RSL Sub-Branch
Bondi Junction Waverley RSL Sub-Branch
Botany RSL Sub-Branch
Bowraville RSL Sub-Branch
Brighton Le Sands RSL Club
Brighton Le Sands RSL Sub-Branch
Bronte RSL Sub-Branch
Brush Park Bowling Club
Burwood RSL Club
Burwood RSL Sub-Branch
Cabramatta Bowling & Recreation Club
Cabra-Vale Diggers’ Club
Camden RSL Club
Campsie RSL Sub-Branch
Canley Heights RSL & Sports Club
Canley Heights RSL Sub-Branch
Castle Hill RSL Club
Castle Hill RSL Sub-Branch
Chatswood RSL Club
Chester Hill Carramar RSL Sub-Branch
City of Fairfield RSL Memorial Club
Clovelly Bowling & Recreation Club
Clovelly RSL Sub-Branch
Combined Services RSL Sub-Branch
Concord District RSL Sub-Branch
Crest Club of Blue Mountains
Cronulla RSL Memorial Club
Cronulla RSL Sub-Branch
Cronulla Sharks Leauges Club
Darlington Point-Coleambally RSL Sub-Branch
Dee Why RSL Club
Defence Natoinal Storage & Distrubtion Centre
Drummoyne RSL Sub-Branch
Earlwood Bardwell Park RSL Club
Earlwood Bardwell Park RSL Sub-Branch
Engadine RSL & Citizens Club Sub-Branch
Five Dock RSL Community Club
Five Dock RSL Sub-Branch
Gladesville RSL Sub-Branch
Glenorie RSL Sub- Branch
Griffith Exies Sports Club
Heathcote RSL Sub-Branch
Hills District Bowling Club
Hills District Memorial Club
HMAS Kuttabul
HMAS Penguin
HMAS Waterhen
HMAS Watson
Holsworthy Area Sergeants Mess
HQ 17 Brigade
HQ 5 Brigade
HQ 8 Brigade
Hurstville RSL Memorial Club
Kandos RSL Sub-Branch
Kempsey Heights Gand United Bowling Club
Kempsey Macleay RSL Club
Kempsey Macleay RSL Sub-Branch
Kingsgrove RSL Club
Kogarah RSL Sub-Branch
Kurrajong Colo RSL Sub-Branch
Lidcombe RSL Sub-Branch
Lions Club of Bathurst
Lions Club of Moree
Lithgow & District Workmen’s Club
Lithgow City RSL Sub-Branch
Lodge Army & Navy No.517
Macksville District Ex-Service’s Club
Macksville RSL Sub-Branch
Merrylands RSL Club
Merrylands RSL Sub-Branch
Mittagong RSL Club
Mittagong RSL Sub-Branch
Moree & District Services Club
Mortdale RSL Club
Mortdale RSL Sub-Branch
Moss Vale Services Club
Mount Lewis Bowling Club Co-op
Mounties
Mudgee RSL Sub-Branch
Mudgee Soldiers Snooker Club
Nambucca Heads Bowling & Recreation Club
Narrabeen RSL Sub-Branch
National Australia Bank RSL Sub-Branch
National Servicemen’s Association - Penrith City
Sub Branch
National Servicemen’s Association Southern Highlands
North Bondi RSL Club
North Ryde RSL Community Club
Northmead Bowling Recreational &
Sporting Club
Oatley RSL & Community Club
Oberon RSL Sub-Branch
Paddington Woollahra RSL Memorial &
Community Club
Padstow RSL Club
Panthers Glenbrook Bowling Club
Parramatta Lions Club
Penrith Bowling & Recreation Club
Penrith Rowing Club
Penrith RSL Club
Penrith RSL Sub-Branch
Penrith RSL Travel Club
Pittwater RSL Sub-Branch
RAAF - St George Association
Ramsgate RSL Sub-Branch
RAN Minor War Vessel Association
Redfern RSL Sub-Branch
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Revesby Heights RSL Sub-Branch
Richmond Club
Riverstone Schofields RSL Sub-Branch
Rooty Hill RSL Golf Club
Rose Bay RSL Sub-Branch
Rotary Club of Turramurra
Royal Australian Artillery Association NSW
Royal Hotel Fishing Club
Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club
Ryde Ex-Services Memorial Bowling Club
Rylstone Club
Seven Hills/Toongabbie/Wentworthville RSL
Sub-Branch
School of Military Engineers
Shore Club
Smithfield RSL Sub-Branch Club Ltd
South Sydney Junior Rugby League Club
South West Rocks Country Club
Souths Juniors
Special Operations Engineering Regiment
St Marys RSL Women’s Auxiliary
Stuarts Point RSL Sub-Branch
Stuarts Point Workers Recreation & Bowls Club
Sutherland & Districts National Servicemen’s
Association
Tea Gardens RSL Sub- Branch
The Hills Club
The Royal Air Forces Association Sydney
Metropolitan Branch No:1144
The Spitfire Association
Turramurra Bowling Club
University of NSW Regiment
Vale Ladies Club
Victoria Barracks Officers Mess
Vietnam Veterans Peacekeepers & Peacemakers
Assoc. of Australia
Walgett RSL Memorial Club
Warringah Bowling Club Diggers’ Section
Wentworthville RSL Womens Bowling Club
Westpac Banking Corp RSL Sub-Branch
Windsor RSL Womens Auxilliary
h e l p i ng k e e p t h e p rom i se to…
corporate partners
Sydney Legacy gratefully acknowledges the support
and assistance of corporations and businesses.
As well as Legacy’s national partners, campaign
partners and supporters, Sydney Legacy receives
support from local companies and businesses
throughout the year.
Many of our supporters have been with us for
a long time and their ongoing commitment to
us is appreciated. Whether it is product, services,
time, staff or fundraising opportunities, every bit
of assistance helps Sydney Legacy continue
its vital work.
The Waratahs, Randwick Race Course and
Sydney Swans threw in their support around
ANZAC Day and Hunter Valley Herb Farms and
Harris Farm Markets supplied huge quantities
of rosemary for Operation Rosemary. Clubs
NSW was the major sponsor for the Governor’s
Golf Trophy.
national partners
Keeping our volunteers nourished on ANZAC Day
morning for Operation Rosemary and throughout
Legacy Week is always a large task but the
following suppliers ensured volunteers remained
energised through the days: Coca-Cola Amatil,
Go Natural, Smiths and Vili’s Pies.
national campaign partner
During Legacy Week Suttons Motors assisted by
providing cars to transport staff and VIPs around
the CBD while SNP Security was on hand to help
with security matters.
Throughout the year companies donate goods
and prizes for large and small events. The
following donated prizes: the Adventure Kokoda,
PB Towage, Keystone Group, Lindt chocolates,
McDonalds, Queen Victoria Tea Rooms and
Woolworths.
national supporters
sydney legacy supporters
Clubs NSW
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financials
oper ating income and expenditure statement
For Financial Year 2013–2014
$ ‘000
Direct government funding to Sydney
Legacy is limited to $116K for the
reimbursement of pension support
services and welfare projects.
income
Donations and fundraising
3,445
Bequests
1,614
Government grants
116
Other income
151
5,326
expenditure
Welfare assistance
4,118
Legacy House’s maintenance and general administration
2,501
Marketing and public relations
781
Fundraising
599
Sydney Legacy is currently providing
26 subsidised loans to widows to the
total value of $465K, 21 of which are
interest free.
7,999
Operating deficit for the year
2,673
The net surplus resulting from donation and fundraising was used for the care of Legacy dependants.
The ratio of direct costs of fundraising to gross income from fundraisings and bequests is 12%.
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financials
oper ating income for 2013–2014
welfare expenditure for 2013–2014
Donations and fundraising
Bequests
65%
General welfare assistance
to dependants
30%
Government grants
2%
Other income 3%
Personal alarm subsidies
3%
Holidays for dependants
18%
Assistance in pension applications Education and welfare
assistance to Junior Legatees
oper ating expenditure for 2013–2014
Welfare assistance
51%
Legacy House’s maintenance and general administration
31%
Marketing and public relations
10%
Fundraising 8%
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63%
9%
7%
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