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Legacy calls for support for the Buswell Family to compete in the 2012 BMX World Championships.
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January 2012
| London Legacy, in conjunction with Townsville Legacy is appealing for help to enable our little hero Harrison Buswell get to the 2012 BMX World Championships in the UK.
Harrison’s father, Tim, served in Somalia with 1RAR and tragically died not long after service from a rare disease which they believe he contracted whilst on duty.
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Since Tim’s death in 2006 Legacy has been supporting the Buswell family. To ensure the Harrison and his two brothers didn't miss out despite the loss of their Dad, Legacy has financially supported all of the boys school fees, books and uniforms; as well as Harrison's BMX racing pursuits as he is an extremely talented rider.
In 2009 Harrison was ranked 5 in the world for his age group – next year he aims to be No.1! His older brother Taylor is now aiming to join him as he takes on the QLD state championshipswith both boys hoping to compete in the BMX Championships in the UK in May.
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The UCI BMX World Championships will have the worlds best riders chasing the right to wear the coveted rainbow stripes for the following 12 months. The event is also the last event in which nations can secure valuable qualification points as they strive to earn their place at the London Olympics in 2012. The event takes place in Birmingham between 24th and 27th May 2012 .
Mum Jody has a lot on her shoulders caring for her boys & ensuring their hopes & aspirations are given their best chance. Jody is doing everything she can to give her sons the opportunity to compete in the upcoming Championships. Legacy is calling for our supporters to get behind the Buswells and donate any spare money they can to help Jody achieve this aim.
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Britain-Australia Society (West Country) launches Tom Roberts Raffle supporting London Legacy.
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December 2011
| Two important copies of paintings by acclaimed Australian artist Tom Roberts are to be raffled by the West Country Branch of the Britain Australia Society.
Chairman Richard Pavitt, a keen supporter of London Legacy, has generously ensured that a sizeable portion of the proceeds will go to London Legacy.
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| | The winning tickets for the two paintings, Lily Sterling (c.1890) and Winter England (c.1920) will be drawn at the Dorset County Museum and at the ANZAC Day Luncheon, Warminster, on the 4th of February 2012 and the 22nd of April 2012 respectively. |
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London Legacy launches Gallipoli Uncovered Tour 2012.
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December 2011
| For those not lucky enough to win the raffle, London Legacy, in conjunction with On The Go Tours is conducting tours to Gallipoli over the next four years leading up to the 100th anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli.
Titled the Gallipoli Uncovered tour, this is a fully escorted 7 day tour of Turkey (Istanbul, Kilitbahir and Troy) and includes 4 star hotel accommodation, guided sightseeing, all transfers & transportation, many meals and a few unique experiences along the way.
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| The tour price is £799 per person with the single supplement total price being £948.
The first tour starts on the 10th of April 2012. |
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Caring for the families of deceased Veterans.
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November 2011
| This Remembrance Day we recognise the massive job being done by a trio of Australian organisations to care for the families of deceased veterans. This has been reinforced by the recent tragic deaths of three Australian soldiers in Afghanistan.
In light of the deaths and injuries of these servicemen, we reflect on the massive role played by Legacy Australia in conjunction with the Australian Defence Forces (ADF) and the Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA).
Together, these organisations support 100,000 families of deceased veterans, including thousands of children, living in 38 countries around the world. The passing of the Australian servicemen, in the lead-up to November 11, are a reminder that we need to continue to support these groups and the work that they do.
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Legatee Lindsay Birrell, President of London Legacy, has recently returned from the Legacy conference in Port Macquarie where the whole of the Legacy family dedicated themselves to caring for the deceased families of veterans. “London Legacy as the UK branch of Legacy Australia are always looking for ways of funding this continuing care effort” said Mr Birrell who added; “In this regard we have solicited the support of our Legacy family to engage in a number of significant fund raising activities”.
London Legacy will be running tours to Gallipoli over the next four years, leading up to the 100th anniversary of the landing there, on ANZAC Day 2015.
Additionally, tour operators On the Go have kindly offered a raffle prize for two people on their 10 day "Unplugged" Turkey tour.
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To read the full London Legacy On The Go Tours brochure, click on the link at:On The Go Tours
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Raffle tickets can be purchased by clicking on the 'Donate now' section on the Legacy website or clicking on the link below.
The amount to donate will be the number of tickets times $6. Please enter this amount. Additionally, please enter the following information in the Comments filed:
'London Legacy Raffle Tickets - X tickets' where x is the number of tickets you require. We will then mail you your tickets.
To apply for a book of tickets to sell on behalf of London Legacy, or for more information, send an email to londonlegacy67@aol.com.
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To buy a raffle ticket simply donate by clicking on: Donate Online
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Another key fundraiser for the charity is the TNT ANZAC Gallipoli Legacy Ball, to be next held on April 20, 2012 at Australia House. Tickets can be purchased at www.tntmagazine.com
Please support our work. If any Australians, particularly those whose family fought for the ADF, are interested in volunteering for London Legacy please contact Lindsay on 07505145461.
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‘On the Go’ agrees to again donate Turkey Tour for London Legacy raffle 2012.
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October 2011
| On The Go Tours, one of the leading ANZAC Day operators in Turkey has again ageed to donate a sensational prize of a 10 day tour to Turkey for the 2011 London Legacy raffle.
The prize, an “On the go” Turkey Unplugged 10 day tour includes all air fares from London for 2 people and is worth £1,700.
This wonderful prize shall be drawn on the 14th of June 2012 at the London Legacy Annual Reception to be held in the Downer Room of Australia House.
One The Go Tours sponsored the 2011 London Legacy raffle and have provided outstanding support to London Legacy, particulalry as all proceeds of the raffle will go to London Legacy to continue the work of supporting the families of deceased service personnel.
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| Tickets will be available in the next month from London Legacy.
If you would like to buy raffle tickets; or sell them on behalf of London Legacy (books of 10 are available), please send a request email to londonlegacy67@aol.com. |
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To read the full London Legacy On The Go Tours brochure, click on the link at:On The Go Tours
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If you would like to make a donation to London Legacy, please go to our donations page by clicking on Donate now to the top left of this page; or simply click on: Donate Online
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Hazel Crockett celebrates her 100th birthday.
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August 2011
| Hazel Crockett, the widow of Daylesford born Australian John Crocket has just celebrated her 100th birthday. And she did it in style, befitting the occasion. One hundred and twenty family and friends, including 22 children, joined Hazel at Milford-on-Sea for a special birthday party. A number of family and friends even made the long journey from Australia just to spend the day with Hazel.
Hazel received birthday greetings from some very important people including Her Majesty The Queen, the Princess Royal and British Prime Minister David Cameron. The Prime Minister of Australia, Julia Gillard, sent Hazel a birthday greeting, and best wishes also were received from the Governor-General of Australia, Quentin Bryce. The Presidents of Rotary International and Save the Children completed a long list of well wishers.
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Hazel with a presentation from London Legacy.
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|  | Hazels letter from Her Majesty The Queen.
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The President of London Legacy, Lindsay Birrell, read out a special birthday message from The Australian High Commissioner, His Excellency John Dauth AO LVO. President Lindsay also explained that Hazel remains the oldest Legacy widow living outside of Australia.
Hazel Crockett (nee Grant) was born in 1911at Bendigo in north-west Victoria. Hazel’s late husband, John Crockett, was born in Daylesford and served as a navigator on Sunderland Flying Boats with 228 Squadron, based at Pembroke Dock in south-west Wales during the Second World War.
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London Legacy Annual Reception held at Australia House a huge succes.
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June 2011
| The London Legacy Annual Reception was held on the 15th of June at Australia House. Many Australian dignitaries were in attendance, with His Excellency Mr John Dauth LVO, High Commissioner for Australia to the United Kingdom again attending this year.
Many supporters of London Legacy as well as Legatees and Widows were also in attendance and enjoyed the wonderful hospitality of the magnificent Australia House.
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| | Lindsay Birrell receiving an award from the HMAS Sydney Veterans Association.
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The London Legacy raffle was also drawn with On The Go, one of the leading ANZAC Day operators in Turkey donating a sensational prize of a 10 day tour to Turkey for the 2011 London Legacy raffle, worth £1,700 to the lucky winners.
All proceeds of the raffle have gone to London Legacy to continue the work of supporting the families of deceased service personnel.
London Legacy would like to thank all those who supported the event.
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London Legacy Legatee President meets Australian Governor-General.
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April 2011
| London Legacy Legatee President Lindsay Birrell recently met the Australian Governor-General invested the Australian High Commissioner, Mr John Dauth AO LVO as an Officer of the Order of Australia at a function at the High Commissioner's residence, Stoke Lodge.
Ms Bryce also invested Col. John Hutcheson, AM, who is currently serving as the Defence Advisor (Army) at the High Commission. The investiture ceremony was attended by the Prime Minister, the Hon. Julia Gillard MP, who joined Mr Dauth, his family and friends for the celebrations.
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| Lindsay and partner Jenny meet the Governor-General. |
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2011 TNT ANZAC Gallipoli Legacy Ball a huge success.
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April 2011
| The first TNT ANZAC GALLIPOLI LEGACY BALL ever to he held in the Ball Room at Australia House in the Strand London was held on the 15th April 2011 and proved a spectacular success. The Ball was the first in a series of Balls over the next 5 years to be held in the prestigous Australia House Ball Room until 2015. Interestingly, 2015 is the 100th anniversary of ANZAC Day, the landing at Gallipoli and shortly after the foundation of Legacy Australia.
The event featured a Kier Royale Reception, 2 course dinner, 9pm ANZAC Service with the last post, music, dancing, and an auction of specially donated prizes.
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| Whilst everyone had a fantastic evening, the event was a wonderful Charity night supporting the work of London Legacy who in turn support the Australian Flood, Fire and the Christchurch Earthquake Appeals. |
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Legatee President Lindsay Birrell with Tom, Meagan and Linda Kay, one of the families that London Legacy provide support for.
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| | Lindsay and Jenny with guests including Legatee Andrew Hoy at right.
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| London Legacy would like to thank all those who worked tirelessly to make the Ball such a success. |
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‘On the Go’ donates Turkey Tour for London Legacy raffle.
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April 2011
| On The Go, one of the leading ANZAC Day operators in Turkey has donated a sensational prize of a 10 day tour to Turkey for the 2011 London Legacy raffle.
The prize, an “On the go” Turkey Unplugged 10 day tour includes all air fares for 2 people and is worth £1,700.
This wonderful prize shall be drawn on the 15th of June at the London Legacy Annual Reception to be held in the Downer Room of Australia House, hosted by the Australian High Commissioner The Honourable John Dauth LVO.
All proceeds of the raffle will go to London Legacy to continue the work of supporting the families of deceased service personnel.
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| Those wanting to buy a ticket for this fabulous trip may send in their name and address to London Legacy plus a cheque @£5 per ticket – please list the number of tickets you require.
If you would like to sell raffle tickets (books of 10 are available) on behalf of London Legacy, please send a request email to londonlegacy67@aol.com. |
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If you would like to make a donation to London Legacy, please go to our donations page by clicking on Donate now to the top left of this page; or simply click on: Donate Online
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Australian Times supports London Legacy in 'Lend Legacy a hand this ANZAC Day' article.
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March 2011
| The London based Australian Times last week published an article asking Australians in London to find the time to lend London Legacy a hand this upcoming ANZAC Day.
The Australian Times article asks are you able to lend a hand in the lead up to ANZAC Day on April 25? "Legacy is a volunteer organisation dedicated to caring for the families of deceased veterans. The London branch cares for Australian war widows in 37 countries. They are seeking the support of volunteers to help sell pins on Anzac Day."
Legacy is also looking for volunteers who understand its aims to help staff their office for a few hours each month and to assist in other matters.
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“We always need extra help from Australians living in London,” said President Lindsay Birrell. “Maybe just one day a month helping in our office at Queensland House, or selling pins for us on ANZAC Day this year.”
If you can help please contact President Lindsay Birrell at www.londonlegacy.org.
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Michelin Star chef pips London Legacy’s Vicki Genrich for Australian Woman of the Year in the UK.
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March 2011
| Qantas and Australian Business last night announced the winner of the Qantas Australian Woman of the Year in UK 2011 as Skye Gyngell, Michelin Star award winning Head Chef at Petersham Nurseries and acclaimed cookery writer.
Nominees and over 150 guests gathered at the Langham, London last night for a very special award reception to celebrate the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day and to recognise the many great achievements of Australian women in the UK. The annual award is open to Australian women from all walks of life including business, the arts, science, community, government, research and other industries.
The star studded short-list of nominees included Bronwyn Curtis, Head of HSBC Global Research; internationally acclaimed and celebrated author, Nikki Gemmell; Chief Executive of the English National Opera, Loretta Tomasi; and the British Museum's principal specialist for Australia and Oceania, Lissant Bolton as well as London Legacy’s very own Vicki Genrich.
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Award winner Skye Gyngell has received international recognition for her work at Petersham Nurseries. Her philosophy to serve simple, sustainable and seasonal produce has won Skye a strong following and recently in its 100th award season the Michelin Guild recognised Skye’s cooking by awarding her restaurant a star. She is the first Australian woman to receive this honour.
Of winning the Qantas Australian Woman of the Year in the UK Award, Skye said: “I’m truly very honoured to be given this award and to have been considered alongside such other great Australian women. I have built my career and life here in the UK but I love Australia and its special to be recognised by fellow Australians for the work achieved here.”
Vicki Genrich is the London Legacy Honorary Treasurer as well as being a Legatee. Vicki ‘s valuable time and skills help London Legacy to support many families of deceased Australian and New Zealand service personnel. Although Vicki did not walk away with the award, we at Legacy and all the Legacy families know Vicki is our winner.
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Andrew Hoy OAM joins London Legacy as a Legatee.
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February 2011
| Australian Olympic athlete Andrew Hoy has volunteered to help Legacy care for the families of deceased veterans. Mr Hoy has a record of three consecutive Team Gold Medals and one Individual Silver Medal from representing Australia in six Olympic Games.
He has expressed his desire to represent Legacy through the 50th Branch of Legacy based in London called London Legacy (UK Reg Charity No 1085603) based at Queensland House.
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“Legacy is a trusted and respected organisation doing whatever it can to enhance the lives and opportunities of the families of our deceased Veterans.”
“I am a proud Australian and am thankful for the work of our Veterans and would like to give back to this community in whatever way I can” said Hoy |
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Andrew enjoying well earned applause.
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Mr Hoy is actively riding and coaching at his home base in the United Kingdom and his goal is to be part of Australia´s Olympic Team for London 2012.
Legacy cares for over 100,000 families of our deceased veterans in 38 countries throughout the world and relies on community support to fulfil its sacred task |
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