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Benalla RSL alarmed by protestors vandalising local memorials

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Apr 21, 2026

Benalla RSL has expressed sadness and concern over protest pictures used to vandalise local war memorials.

Benalla RSL has expressed concern regarding vandalism by protestors on local memorials.

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President Paul Hartland said he was horrified to hear that memorials in the gardens, including Weary Dunlop’s memorial, had been vandalised by protesters.

“Fortunately there is no physical damage to the actual memorials, just signage stuck on,” he said.

“Although removing the offending signs may be an issue.

“It is disappointing that people are so ready to attack anything military without fully understanding what ADF actually do.

“The comment ‘are women left to suffer’ shows a total lack of any knowledge of the various conflicts and those who served and put their lives on the line for their country and our freedom.

“It is very distressing for our veteran community, male and female.

“This matter has been reported to the police but we are hopeful that if this picture is shown, someone may know who these protesters are, and give the information to police so further action can be taken.”