Darwin Defenders Melbourne Chapter is an association for veterans, their families and friends.

We aim to:

Recognise and honour those who were
prepared to sacrifice their lives
to protect Australia from invasion
Hold an annual Commemoration Ceremony
at the Shrine of Remembrance Melbourne
on 19th February
Support the activities of
the national committee
Preserve some of the stories of the
Darwin Defenders 1942 – 1945
Provide a regular opportunity for veterans
and their families to meet and share their wartime experiences
Help promote the teaching of Australia’s
military history in our schools.

Upcoming Events

2022 Darwin Defenders 1942-45 Commemoration Service

Melbourne Service

The Darwin Defenders 1942-1945 Commemorative Service will be held at the Shrine of Remembrance on Saturday 19th February 2022.

Please contact us if you would like for your school to attend the service on Saturday 19th February 2022.

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Members

Darwin Defenders Melbourne Committee

Patron

Rear Admiral John Lord AM RAN (retired)

Darwin Defenders Melbourne Branch President

 Alan Day KJSJ FAIM

Vice Presidents

 Robyn Bell
Michele Gallin

Secretary

 Bernadette Lightfoot

Treasurer

 Eleanore Leydon

Educational Consultant

 Tim Gurry OAM

RSL Representative

 Brian Neal

National Affliction

The Melbourne Chapter of Darwin Defenders supports the activities of Darwin Defenders 1942-45 Inc. which is an incorporated society formed in 1999. To find out more about the National Committee – please contact:

Bernadette Lightfoot
31 Station Street
Malvern VIC 3144
bern@ryebuck.com.au
0417 337 267

Latest News

JUNE 2022

80th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin - 19th February 2022

Melbourne Service – 80th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin

Saturday 19th February 2022 marked the 80th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin. With bright clear blue skies and the lifting of some COVID-19 restrictions, the Melbourne Branch of the Darwin Defenders 1942-45 was able to hold the service on the forecourt of the Shrine of Remembrance. Read more...

JUNE 2021

2022 Darwin Defenders 1942-45 Commemoration Service

Melbourne Service – 80th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin

The Darwin Defenders 1942-1945 Commemorative Service will be held at the Shrine of Remembrance on Saturday 19th February 2022. Official invitations and information to schools will be sent early term one. Read more...