2/12th Battalion 2nd AIF
Infantry Battalion formed on 13th October 1939 and disbanded on the 1st, January 1946. Most men were from Tasmania and Queensland
World War 2, Engagements, North African campaign, Battle of Tobruk, Syrian campaign, New Guinea campaign, Borneo campaign
13/05/2024
24/04/2024
Dawn Service. Launceston
24/04/2024
Tobruk House is ready and waiting to be bustling with the family’s , friends and supporters of our Tobruk Veterans and the Association.
We will be open from 8am for a livestream of the Melbourne ANZAC day march accompanied by light refreshments.
Then at 12pm a BBQ luncheon will be served featuring entertainment form the Rats of Tobruk Memorial Pipes and Drums.
Whether you wish to stay for lunch, watch the march or just call in, all are welcome !
We hope to see you there tomorrow.
20/04/2024
Join the Rats of Tobruk Association on ANZAC Day at Tobruk House.
Tobruk House will be open from 8am for those who wish to watch the live streamed Melbourne ANZAC Day march on our big screen, during this time light refreshments will be made available.
At 12pm following the march a BBQ and salad lunch will be served and followed by dessert, The cost of this lunch is $25 per person.
You can reserve your spot or pre pay by the following options:
By phone - 0432 232 502
By email - [email protected]
or by the following link
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1208215
02/03/2024
The Army Museum of Tasmania is seeking assistance from the community to locate close family members of a deceased veteran.
We have recently received a donation related to the Korean War service of No. 6436, Private Donald Barry Neil.
Do you know any close family members of this veteran in the community? If so please reach out to Army Museum Tasmania on 6215 7503 or [email protected]
03/09/2023
21/08/2023
🚨Tobruk House open day 🚨
This coming Sunday will see Tobruk House open between 10am and 3pm for all to immerse themselves in the rich history of the brave Rats of Tobruk.
The day will feature a performance by members of the Rats of Tobruk Memorial pipes and Drums, a Sauage sizzle will be on offer throughout the day.
We look forward to seeing you all there.
17/06/2023
🚨🚨OPEN DAY TOMORROW🚨🚨
Spend this cold Sunday in Tobruk House, leading about the Seige of Tobruk and brave men behind this historic campaign.
Tobruk House (44 Victoria Ave, Albert Park) will be open from 10am until 3pm
All welcome.
21/04/2023
badge, Colour patch, Australian, 12th Battalion Rectangular Colour patch of light blue and white material.
04/04/2023
8 years ago today, our 2/12th Battalion page was started, Thankyou to everyone for your support and help.
Rob,
27/03/2023
Tobruk Sunday 2023
Please find below the details of the annual Tobruk Sunday Commemorative service.
For catering purposes it would be ideal if you could register your attendance via the link below.
https://www.trybooking.com/CGRTT
20/03/2023
March General Meeting
Dear All, The next General meeting of the Rats of Tobruk Association will be held on the 31st of March starting at 10:30am, at Tobruk House
(44 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park)
We look forward to bringing you an update on the associations activities followed by a light lunch.
04/03/2023
When your Marketing Crew (ie your wife) demands a photo shoot for the website in the middle of the ANZAC Day rush 😐😬
31/01/2023
Balikpapan, Borneo, 1945, members of 11 Plattoon B company 2/12th Battalion moving with caution Into an area clustered with buildings along the valley road during the Oboe 2 operation. No opposition was encountered.
Australia War Memorial
25/01/2023
24/01/2023
🚨The first open day for 2023🚨
Tobruk House will be open for all to visit and share their stories on Sunday February 12th from 10am until 3pm.
We look forward to seeing you all very soon.
22/01/2023
06/01/2023