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South African Military Veterans Organisation of Australasia

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6th April 2023

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This page is still under construction -
If you would like to find out what gatherings or events are going on in your area please contact the Club Chairman

CHAIRMAN'S CORNER

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Chairman's Message
Club Executive Team
  • SAMVOA NZ - Cambridge - Armistice Weekend | Day 1 - Lake Karapiro
    SAMVOA NZ - Cambridge - Armistice Weekend | Day 1 - Lake Karapiro
    Sat 9th Nov -midday - evening (details TBD)
    Lake Karapiro, Waikato, New Zealand
    Sat 9th Nov -midday - evening (details TBD)
    Lake Karapiro, Waikato, New Zealand
    Sat 9th Nov -midday - evening (details TBD)
    Lake Karapiro, Waikato, New Zealand
    Over two days Day 1 - Lake Karapiro, Cambridge NZ - Midday to evening function details TBA. Contact - Veteran Greg Schruer for details
  • SAMVOA NZ - Cambridge - Armistice Weekend | Day 2 - Cambridge Town Hall (Mare & Foal Statue)
    SAMVOA NZ - Cambridge - Armistice Weekend | Day 2 - Cambridge Town Hall (Mare & Foal Statue)
    Sunday 10th Nov - Morning (Time TBA)
    Cambridge
    Sunday 10th Nov - Morning (Time TBA)
    Cambridge, Victoria Street, Cambridge 3434, New Zealand
    Sunday 10th Nov - Morning (Time TBA)
    Cambridge, Victoria Street, Cambridge 3434, New Zealand
    Over two days Day 2 - Cambridge Town Hall (Mare & Foal Statue) - Morning (Times TBA)Members Certificate Presentation, Parade March, Official Ceremony, Wreath Laying , Post ceremony function. - (details TBA) Contact - Veteran Greg Schruer for details
  • SAMVOZA | Warsaw Flights Organising Committee & Polish Embassy Christmas Film Evening | Saxonwold
    SAMVOZA | Warsaw Flights Organising Committee & Polish Embassy Christmas Film Evening | Saxonwold
    Fri, 15 Nov
    Johannesburg
    15 Nov 2024, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Johannesburg, 22 Erlswold Way, Johannesburg, 2132, South Africa
    15 Nov 2024, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Johannesburg, 22 Erlswold Way, Johannesburg, 2132, South Africa
    Light snacks and drinks will be served, followed by a short presentation by Robin Petersen on his recent trip to Poland for the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, after which an excellent short film will be shown on the part played by Polish archaeologists
  • Armistice Day/Remembrance Day/Veterans' Day
    Armistice Day/Remembrance Day/Veterans' Day
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, 11 Nov
    Global Remembrance Day
    11 Nov 2024, 11:00 am
    Global Remembrance Day
    11 Nov 2024, 11:00 am
    Global Remembrance Day
    Memorial Services - Globally 11th November each year, on nearest Sunday. In the USA, this is known as Veterans Day. Check with your local host country Veterans organisation for details in your local area.
  • SAMVOZA | Gunner's and Engineer's Memorial Village for Military Veterans Remembrance Service and Wreath Laying Ceremony
    SAMVOZA | Gunner's and Engineer's Memorial Village for Military Veterans Remembrance Service and Wreath Laying Ceremony
    Mon, 11 Nov
    Centurion
    11 Nov 2024, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
    Centurion, Jan Smuts Ave, Irene, Centurion, South Africa
    11 Nov 2024, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
    Centurion, Jan Smuts Ave, Irene, Centurion, South Africa
    Remembrance Service and Wreath Laying Ceremony
  • SAMVOZA |  Seagull Shellhole Remembrance Day Wreath Laying Ceremony | Hermanus
    SAMVOZA |  Seagull Shellhole Remembrance Day Wreath Laying Ceremony | Hermanus
    Sun, 10 Nov
    Hermanus
    10 Nov 2024, 10:40 am – 2:40 pm
    Hermanus, Market Square St, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
    10 Nov 2024, 10:40 am – 2:40 pm
    Hermanus, Market Square St, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
    Remembrance Day & Wreath Laying Ceremony at The Cenotaph , Market Square , Hermanus
  • SAMVOZA | Albatross Shellhole Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service | Knysna
    SAMVOZA | Albatross Shellhole Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service | Knysna
    Sun, 10 Nov
    Knysna
    10 Nov 2024, 10:15 am – 2:15 pm
    Knysna, Memorial Square, Knysna, 6570, South Africa
    10 Nov 2024, 10:15 am – 2:15 pm
    Knysna, Memorial Square, Knysna, 6570, South Africa
    Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service, followed by a braai at the Albatross Shellhole , Knysna
  • SAMVOZA | Hells Angels Joburg Poppy Day '24 Pack Ride, Parade & Wreath Laying Ceremony
    SAMVOZA | Hells Angels Joburg Poppy Day '24 Pack Ride, Parade & Wreath Laying Ceremony
    Sun, 10 Nov
    Brakpan
    10 Nov 2024, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
    Brakpan, Athlone Ave, Dalpark, Brakpan, 1541, South Africa
    10 Nov 2024, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
    Brakpan, Athlone Ave, Dalpark, Brakpan, 1541, South Africa
    Parade & Wreath Laying Ceremony. There will be a pipe band, military flypast, vintage military exhibition, food stalls, refreshments, gift stalls
  • SAMVOZA | Air Forces Housing Memorial Annual Memorial Service.
    SAMVOZA | Air Forces Housing Memorial Annual Memorial Service.
    Sat, 09 Nov
    Johannesburg
    09 Nov 2024, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
    Johannesburg, Astra House, 109 11th Ave, Kensington, Johannesburg, 2101, South Africa
    09 Nov 2024, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
    Johannesburg, Astra House, 109 11th Ave, Kensington, Johannesburg, 2101, South Africa
    Service to be conducted by Pastor John Wasserman of Airport Christian Fellowship Church, followed by refreshments and boerewors rolls.
  • SAMVOZA | Queen Nandi Mounted Rifles Remembrance and Wreath Laying Service
    SAMVOZA | Queen Nandi Mounted Rifles Remembrance and Wreath Laying Service
    Tue, 05 Nov
    QNMR Wall of Remembrance
    05 Nov 2024, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
    QNMR Wall of Remembrance
    05 Nov 2024, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
    QNMR Wall of Remembrance
    To honour the Regiments fallen, including the Battle of El Alamein.
  • SAMVOZA NZ - "From the Rand to the Sea " Excursion
    SAMVOZA NZ - "From the Rand to the Sea " Excursion
    Sat, 19 Oct
    Auckland
    19 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm NZDT
    Auckland, 64 King Edward Parade, Devonport, Auckland 0624, New Zealand
    19 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm NZDT
    Auckland, 64 King Edward Parade, Devonport, Auckland 0624, New Zealand
    A visit to the Torpedo Bay Naval Museum
  • SAMVOZA | Gauteng - 84th Battle of Britain Memorial Service hosted by The Royal Air Forces Assoc.
    SAMVOZA | Gauteng - 84th Battle of Britain Memorial Service hosted by The Royal Air Forces Assoc.
    Sun, 15 Sept
    Germiston
    15 Sept 2024, 11:15 am – 3:15 pm GMT+2
    Germiston, 9 Harper Rd, Bedfordview, Germiston, 2008, South Africa
    15 Sept 2024, 11:15 am – 3:15 pm GMT+2
    Germiston, 9 Harper Rd, Bedfordview, Germiston, 2008, South Africa
    The Chairman and members of the Johannesburg Branch of The Royal Air Forces Association Johannesburg are pleased to invite you and partner plus others to the 84th Battle of Britain Memorial Service
  • SAMVOZA | Cape Town - Battle of Britain Commemoration & Remembrance Service
    SAMVOZA | Cape Town - Battle of Britain Commemoration & Remembrance Service
    Sun, 15 Sept
    Cape Town
    15 Sept 2024, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
    Cape Town, St George's St, Simon's Town, Cape Town, 7975, South Africa
    15 Sept 2024, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
    Cape Town, St George's St, Simon's Town, Cape Town, 7975, South Africa
    A Service of Thanksgiving & Rededication on Battle of Britain will be held in The S.A. Naval Museum Chapel. Hosted by the South African Training Ship General Botha Old Boys' Association and the South African Naval Museum.
  • SAMVOZA | Gauteng - 50th Anniversary honouring 31 Battalion Veterans' Assoc.
    SAMVOZA | Gauteng - 50th Anniversary honouring 31 Battalion Veterans' Assoc.
    Sun, 15 Sept
    Pretoria
    15 Sept 2024, 8:45 am – 12:00 pm GMT+2
    Pretoria, Eeufees Rd, Voortrekker, Pretoria, 0027, South Africa
    15 Sept 2024, 8:45 am – 12:00 pm GMT+2
    Pretoria, Eeufees Rd, Voortrekker, Pretoria, 0027, South Africa
    31 Battalion Veteran's Association invites you to join them for their 50th Anniversary.
  • SAMVOZA | Gauteng - International Day of Peace - Church Service
    SAMVOZA | Gauteng - International Day of Peace - Church Service
    Sun, 15 Sept
    Centurion
    15 Sept 2024, 8:45 am – 12:45 pm
    Centurion, Theuns Van Niekerk St &, Theo St, Wierdapark, Centurion, 0157, South Africa
    15 Sept 2024, 8:45 am – 12:45 pm
    Centurion, Theuns Van Niekerk St &, Theo St, Wierdapark, Centurion, 0157, South Africa
    Invitation to the Annual International Say of Peace Church Service in the NG Kerk Raslouw, Centurion.
  • SAMVOZA | Cape Town - 2nd Annual Sailor Malan Memorial Lecture delivered by Executive Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis
    SAMVOZA | Cape Town - 2nd Annual Sailor Malan Memorial Lecture delivered by Executive Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis
    Sat, 14 Sept
    Cape Town
    14 Sept 2024, 10:50 am – 1:00 pm
    Cape Town, Duncan Rd, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
    14 Sept 2024, 10:50 am – 1:00 pm
    Cape Town, Duncan Rd, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
    The South African Training Ship General Botha Old Boys' Association cordially invites you to the second annual Sailor Malan Memorial Lecture delivered by Executive Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis.
  • VIC - Warragul Club ( SAMVOA ) Boshoed Dag Dinner at Ales on Albert - BOOKED OUT
    VIC - Warragul Club ( SAMVOA ) Boshoed Dag Dinner at Ales on Albert - BOOKED OUT
    Fri, 30 Aug
    Warragul
    30 Aug 2024, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
    Warragul, 94 Albert St, Warragul VIC 3820, Australia
    30 Aug 2024, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
    Warragul, 94 Albert St, Warragul VIC 3820, Australia
    Join us for dinner at Ales on Albert on Friday the 30th August 2024. This month we are having a South African theme to our dinner with traditional South African Cuisine and entertainment. The dinner will also recognise a significant South African military event known as Boshoed Dag.
  • SAMVO Boshoed Dag - Annual Global Commemoration
    SAMVO Boshoed Dag - Annual Global Commemoration
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, 26 Aug
    Location is TBD
    26 Aug 2024, 12:00 am – 11:50 pm
    Location is TBD
    26 Aug 2024, 12:00 am – 11:50 pm
    Location is TBD
    Create awareness of our veterans and especially to honour those who made the supreme sacrifice. Wear something related to your service - it can be anything from your boshoed/bush hat, beret, SAMVO badge, corps balkie, anything. Take a selfie and share photos on Facebook
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