Local veterans recognised

Sophie Mirabella, the Federal Member for Indi, has announced that the service of local veterans in wars, conflict and peace operations since the Second World War can be recognised with Certificates of Appreciation.

Mrs Mirabella has called on local residents who may be eligible for a Certificate of Appreciation to contact her office.

Certificates of Appreciation are available to those who served overseas in wars, conflicts and peace operations during the Second World War, the British Commonwealth Occupation Force (Japan), Korean War, Malayan Emergency, Indonesian Confrontation, Vietnam War, Gulf War and Peace Operations. They are also available to civilians and those who served in the defence forces or on the home front during the Second World War.

“We are all very proud of the fine history of service displayed by local veterans in the north-east,” Mrs Mirabella said.

“These certificates provide a small but important recognition of the valiant efforts of the many Australian veterans who served our nation.”

“Australia has always kept faith with the sacrifices of those who have served their nation in war and conflict. Indeed, there are memorials right across the North-East that clearly acknowledge our citizens’ contribution and what they have lost in war,” Mrs Mirabella said.

“For my part, I believe that one of our most important obligations as Australians is to make sure the deeds of our servicemen and women in wartime are remembered and commemorated by generations of Australians.”

“I urge anyone who thinks they may be available for a Certificate of Appreciation to contact my office on 1300 131 791 for an application form,” Mrs Mirabella concluded.