VIC Branch, National Malaya-Borneo Veterans Association of Australia Inc

Vale John Lynch, OAM, KSJ, JP

We honour the life and service of John Lynch, a proud Royal Australian Navy veteran who served during the Far East Strategic Reserve and the Malayan Emergency. John served with distinction in the RAN Fleet Air Arm from 1952–1957 as an Electrical Mechanic (Aviation).

Awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his service to the Romsey community, John was also a dedicated veteran advocate, former Vice-President of the Australian Malayan Borneo Veterans Association, and a respected leader within the RSL and broader veteran community.

We extend our deepest condolences to his wife Carline, family, friends, and all who served alongside him.

Lest We Forget.

Owen Marshall
President

We proudly share a special moment from our 2024 ANZAC Service, captured with the dedicated students of Thomas Carr College and members of the Sabah Sarawak Borneo community.

We were honoured by the presence of the Cultural Ambassador of the Dayak International Organization of Borneo, who joined us in paying respect to our veterans and strengthening the ties between Australia and Borneo.

In the spirit of partnership, we also recently had the opportunity to hold a video meeting with the Deputy Chief Minister of Sabah Borneo, Datuk Dr.Jeffrey Kitingan, discussing future plans for the NMBVAA Victoria Branch team to visit Sabah for a historical journey, including:

* the Sandakan–Ranau Death March remembrance,
* significant wartime heritage sites,
* and a collaborative plan for historical education and restoration.

This initiative seeks to honour and preserve the true history of Sabah and Sarawak Borneo — from the era of British colonisation, to the Japanese occupation, and through the Malay–Indonesian Confrontation — providing a deeper reflection on how these chapters continue to shape our communities today.

Together, we continue to build a foundation of good friendship, mutual respect, and positive workmanship.
And as we serve our communities, our veterans, and our shared history, we stand firm in the justice we seek - justice for truth, justice for recognition, and justice for the stories of Borneo that deserve to be remembered and understood.

Lest We Forget.

The Listening Post 2025.

LIVE Streaming of the Remembrance Service on Friday, 30th August 2024, at the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA.

National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association The National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association of Australia was established in June 1995 and has branches in all states and territories. They honour the...

🇦🇺🌺 Join us for the Victorian Branch Malaya & Borneo Veterans Day Commemorative Service as we honor courage, mateship, and pride. 🇦🇺🌺

🗓️ Date: Friday, August 30th, 2024.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM (Assembly at 11:45 AM) - 1:00 PM.
🏛️ Venue: Post 45 Memorial, Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne.

🌦🌧In case of bad weather, veterans, musicians, choir, flag bearers, and guests are kindly requested to gather inside The Shrine at the Eastern Entrance. 🌦🌧

🕊Let's come together to remember and pay our respects. 🕊️

🙏🏼LEST WE FORGET.🙏🏼

ANZAC Day Thursday, 25th April 2024.

Tour around the Shrine of Remembrance after the ANZAC March with the students of Thomas Carr College.

ANZAC Day Thursday, 25th April 2024.

VALE
Able Seaman Joanna Felicia Rohna,
Royal Malaysian Navy.

On Thursday, 25th of April 2024, the VIC Branch, National Malaya-Borneo Veterans Association of Australia Inc participate the annual Anzac Day March in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, to honor the Australians, Commonwealth members, and Malaysian military and police forces who served during the undeclared Malayan Wars from 1948 to 1966. We marched to honor those who served and died in defense of Borneo. Today, we commemorate the Australians who served in all global conflicts and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

We also pay our respects on this sad day to the family and comrades of Able Seaman Joanna Felicia Rohna from Sarawak Borneo, who died aboard an AgustaWestland AW139 helicopter from 503 Skuadron, which crashed in Lumut, Perak, on 23 April.
Today, Thursday 25 April, Able Seaman Rohna was laid to rest with military honors in Kampung Engkeroh Christian Cemetery in her hometown. Our good friend Lieutenant-General (ret’d) Datuk Stephen Mundaw was among those who paid their respects.

Lest we Forget.

STF - Sarawak Tourism Federation
Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak
DayakDaily
Sabah Sarawak Borneo Natives Organisation Inc Australia
Sarawak Edition
Daily Express Malaysia
The Borneo Post

Hi All,

As the holiday season approaches we find ourselves reflecting on the past year.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support of our association which is truly valued.

May your holiday season and the new year be filled with much joy and happiness.

Best wishes for Christmas and the New year from from myself and those who make up the Management team.

Owen Marshall
President of VIC Branch, National Malaya-Borneo Veterans Association of Australia Inc.

Victorian Branch Malaya & Borneo Veterans Day Commemorative Service as we honor courage, mateship, and pride, on the 31st of August 2023, at The Shrine of Remembrance.

National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association The National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association of Australia was established in June 1995 and has branches in all states and territories. They honour the...