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Kings Birthday Awards
The SAA National Executive passes on their congratulations to the following submariners whose service to their nation has been recognised in today’s King's Birthday Honours.
If anyone is aware of any other current, or former submariners recognised today, please pass the details to the National Secretary.
Medal of the Order of Australia
Lieutenant Commander Robert Scott VARIAN RAN (Retd) For meritorious service as a Submarine Acoustic Intelligence Specialist and Intelligence Officer while deployed on Operation VIGILANCE.
Conspicuous Service Medal
Leading Seaman Luke Anthony BONANNO For meritorious devotion to duty as the Weapons System Controller on HMAS Waller.
Commander Christopher James ELLIS RAN For meritorious achievement as the Commanding Officer of HMA Submarines Collins, Waller, and Dechaineux.
Submarines In Victoria
10 May 2026. Royal Australian Navy submarines, HMAS Dechaineux (SSG-76) and HMAS Farncomb (SSG-74) transit Port Phillip Bay after a port visit to Melbourne, Victoria, at the conclusion of exercises off the southeast coast of Australia. (RAN Photo)
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 Subcon 2026 June update
Sad News
The SAA is very sad to announce the passing of Paul Trevor Meakin on the afternoon of 20 June 2026
condolence to his wife Chris and his son Andy
funeral arrangements are still in planning and will be posted when known
An Obit for Paul will be posted soon
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Download of the full Document AGM2026
SAA NSW Members,
Please advise asap if you will be attending the NSW AGM at ANZAC Memorial Hyde Park on Sunday 5th July at 1100 and also whether you will be joining us for lunch at The Edinburgh Castle. Responses to Carol please "dolfin66wc@tpg.com.au"
Details AGM coming shortly.
Geoff Anderson
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