RSL Care SA

10/04/2026

The Tobruk Cottages at our War Veterans Home are named after ‘The Siege of Tobruk’, an anniversary commemorated on the 10th April every year.
Tobruk is a small town on the Libyan coast, that was central to much of the fighting that took place in the Western Desert during the Second World War.
The 9th Australian Division was moved in to Libya in February 1941 to garrison the territory captured by the 6th Division. By this time, however, German troops had arrived in Libya to reinforce their Italian allies and they launched an offensive that the British Commonwealth forces were ill-disposed to hold back. A retreat towards Egypt commenced. The 9th Division was ordered to fall back upon Tobruk, hold it in order to deny its port facilities to the Germans, and delay their advance so as to provide time for defences on the Egyptian frontier to be prepared.
Australian casualties from the 9th Division from the 8th April to the 25th October numbered 749 killed, 1,996 wounded and 604 prisoners.
Lest We Forget
Image courtesy AWM: Men of the 2/13th Australian Infantry Battalion 'digging in'.

08/04/2026

It was an honour and privilege to host WW2 veteran Colin Wagener at our veterans lunch at the War Veterans Home yesterday, and wonderful to enjoy the reunion of Colin and Wilf Taylor. Our thanks also to Chris Picton MP for joining us for this very special occasion.

You’re looking at a truly special reunion.

More than 80 years after serving together near the end of WWII, Colin Wagener (108) - South Australia’s oldest WWII veteran - and Wilfred Taylor (103) sat down to share a meal and their stories once again.

A remarkable moment ahead of Anzac Day, and a powerful reminder of the bonds forged in service - and the legacy of a generation that shaped our nation.

Sitting down to hear their stories is something I won’t forget anytime soon.

Thank you for your service Colin and Wilf - and to all those that have served 🙏

24/03/2026

Today, we celebrated the 109th Anniversary of the War Veterans Home, and what better way to celebrate than a picnic with residents and family in Alexandra Park - the beautiful gardens at the front of the War Veterans Home on Ferguson Avenue.
The wellbeing team and kitchen have done an outstanding job organising and catering for such a beautiful afternoon. 🥰

25/02/2026

Some residents from our Sturt Village in Marion visited the recently expanded and upgraded Burnside Village for a bit of retail therapy earlier this week, thanks to our wonderful volunteer Jim.

23/02/2026

Today we commemorate National Day for War Animals, as well as the 3rd Anniversary of our Romani aged care facility in Murray Bridge.
We commemorate the sacrifices and deeds of animals in war on this day with a purple poppy. Famously, 136,000 Australia horses were sent to World War 1, with many of them seeing action in the battle of Romani, hence the naming of our facility and why February 24 is such a significant day.

Lest We Forget

17/02/2026

Our lovely Hamilton Retirement Village residents out and about enjoying a Port River Cruise last Friday 💙

15/02/2026

10 Years of Impact for Andrew Russell Veteran Living - ARVL today!

Incredibly milestones achieved and meaningful changes made to the lives of vulnerable veterans.

Bravo Zulu

26/01/2026

Congratulations, Geoff Tattersall AM 🎉

We are proud to congratulate RSL Care SA Board Chair, Geoff Tattersall, on being awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in today’s Australia Day Honours.

This well-deserved recognition reflects Geoff’s outstanding leadership, dedication, and long-standing service to veterans and the broader community. We are incredibly grateful for the passion, integrity, and commitment he brings to RSL Care SA.

On behalf of everyone across our organisation - congratulations, Geoff, and thank you for your continued service.

20/01/2026

This year, we proudly celebrate the 29-year anniversary of Morlancourt, an aged care facility that has been part of our community since 1997.

Originally built as RSL Villas, Morlancourt has grown and evolved over nearly three decades, while remaining true to its purpose: providing care, comfort and a sense of home for older Australians.

Over the years, countless residents, families, staff and volunteers have shaped Morlancourt into the welcoming community it is today. We thank everyone who has contributed to its journey - past and present.

Here’s to 29 years of care and service, and to many more years ahead.

31/12/2025

Happy New Year from everyone at RSL Care SA.

Wishing you a safe, peaceful, and positive New Year ahead.

24/12/2025

From all of us at RSL Care SA, we wish our residents, families, volunteers and staff a very Merry Christmas 🎄

May the season bring peace, warmth and joy.

17/12/2025

Happy Birthday, Jim! 🎉

A huge thank you for everything you do for our residents and our community. Your dedication, kindness, time and of course humour makes such a positive impact every single day!

We hope you have a fabulous day 🎂🥂