Dai Le (Fowler, Independent) Share this | Hansard source

I attended the Vietnam Veterans' Day event at Canley Heights RSL and Sporting Club last week. Also known as Long Tan Day, this important occasion solemnly reminds us of the courage, sacrifice and resilience of Australian servicemen and women who served in the Vietnam War. It marks the Battle of Long Tan, where our soldiers showed extraordinary bravery in the face of immense adversity. But Long Tan Day is about more than just remembering a battle. It is a time to recognise the ongoing contributions of and challenges faced by Vietnam veterans and their families, who have given so much for our nation. As the member for Fowler, a community enriched by diverse stories of service and sacrifice, I express my deep respect and gratitude to the veterans who gathered at Canley Heights RSL and Sporting Club. Their commitment to our country's values and freedoms deserves our highest recognition. I want to sincerely thank Canley Heights RSL and Sporting Club president, Ennio Facchetti, and the board of directors, along with sub-branch president Richard Pritchard—he's known as Taffy—as well as Geoff Lewsam and Michael Thai for their tireless efforts in organising this meaningful annual event for our community.

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