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31st Infantry Battalion Association Inc.
Dedicated to former and current members of the 31st Infantry Battalion Association Inc,
and to veterans of the 31st/51st Battalion AIF and 2/31st Infantry Battalion AIF
and to Former and Current members of 31st/42nd Battalion The Royal Queensland Regiment
Patrick Bugden VC
Jim Gordon VC
Recent Stories
Revitalization of Our 31st Battalion Colours
31st Battalion Association (Ingham Branch) President Felix Reitano OAM has arranged to restore the 31st Battalion Colours – originally presented in 1967 to pristine condition. Felix sent us a picture …
AGM – 31st Battalion Association (Brisbrane Branch)
The AGM of the 31st Battalion Association (Brisbane Branch) was held at the Meeting Room of the Caboolture Sports Central Club at 11am, 3rd March 2026. President Tony Wadeson welcomed …
Lambis Englezos Lecture – The Missing 250 – Battle of Fromelles
A very interesting & informative Lecture by Lambis Englezos AM on the Lost Diggers of Fromelles today (19 Feb 2026) at Gaythorne RSL.Approx 100 people attended including a number of …
Vale – Brig (Rtd) George Mansford AM
The following information about the sad passing of Brigadier (Rtd) George “Warry George” Mansford AM (1934 – 19th Feb 2026) was passed on by Brig (Rtd) Chris Hamilton. George was …
Vale – WO1 (Rtd) Jon “JD” Daniels
The following message was received from the Paul Ellems, President (Townsville Branch) of the
31st Battalion Association: VALE 8257512 WO1 JON “JD” DANIELS (Rtd) It is with profound sadness that …
31st Battalion Association: VALE 8257512 WO1 JON “JD” DANIELS (Rtd) It is with profound sadness that …
Presentation of Award to Capt (Retd) Felix Reitano OAM RFD
Members, please find the attached great Photo, of Felix Reitano OAM with the Governor. Felix was awarded his OAM, last year (Kings Birthday Honours List 2025). The Governor made a …