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MSPA 386/09
Wednesday, 11 November 2009
ARMY APOLOGISES TO THE SOUTHPORT RSL
Army apologises to the Southport RSL, its members and the local community for
Army personnel not being present to support today’s Remembrance Day activities.
The 41st Field Battery from the Brisbane based 7th Brigade was approached by the
Southport RSL, Sub-Branch, to support this year’s Remembrance Day ceremony.
Unfortunately, the 7th Brigade was not able to support the activity.
The Southport RSL was informed of this decision at late notice. Army once again
apologises for this, and the inconvenience it has caused. The circumstances
surrounding this matter are being looked into.
This is the first year the 41st Field Battery has not been able to support the Southport
RSL Remembrance Day ceremony. The 7th Brigade is currently committed to
preparing forces for overseas operations and this task is the highest priority for the
Brigade.
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