Following a tradition dating back to the 1950's the ANZAC Day luncheon was held in stylish new surroundings at Amora in Richmond. Of course Odd Bods luncheons are not about style, but sharing mateship, and good conversations with veterans, family, friends and colleagues. This years luncheon was abundant in those ingredients and clearly a success for all attendees.
President of Friends of the Odd Bods Association, Bruce Waxman, was MC for the event which included traditional presentation of the Ode, Last Post, and Reveille. Guest Speaker, Wing Commander Michael Oram RAAF gave a most engaging presentation including some very personal links with the Odd Bods from childhood.
Jenny Hibbens gave us a report on her trip to Canberra for the RAAF Centenary Celebrations (see report in seperate article).
Veterans Frank Sims and Maurie Smith contributed that all important veterans aspect to proceedings and regailed us with stories, while a newly compiled scrap book from old Odd Bods records attracted plenty of attention. Geoff Clark brought along an old newspaper from 1940 with some great aircraft photos and new members Sue and Ian Bennett were introduced to the group.
Doug Parry - Doug was an absentee but we wanted to make special mention of him because he was so keen to attend before a last minute Covid shutdown at his residences put a spanner in the works.
Geoff and Marion Conacher were also looking forward to attending before a rushed hospitalisation for Geoff earlier in the week. Geoff is recuperating well at home and we send our regards.
Finally, President, Bruce Waxman, passed on his thanks to the committee of the Friends of the Odd Bods for their contribution thoughout the year. We hope you enjoy the following photos of today's event.
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