RSL Victoria statement on Mentone RSL
16/01/2025

On 8 January 2026 RSL Victoria assumed control of the affairs of the Mentone RSL Sub-Branch.

RSL Victoria this week met with the Mentone RSL Sub-Branch Committee to update them on matters following the Sub-Branch entering voluntary administration on 4 December 2025.

RSL Victoria, in conjunction with the Sub-Branch, commenced an investigation into the financial and governance issues that led to this situation. This has found several irregularities that warrant a full investigation.

Given the need to complete that investigation while the Sub-Branch is in administration, RSL Victoria will control the affairs of the Sub-Branch for up to 12 months and appoint a Management Advisory Group to manage day-to-day matters and liaise with the administrator.

All parties will be working towards achieving a positive outcome for the Mentone RSL Sub-Branch.

While this process continues, the Sub-Branch will not operate, and the hospitality venue will not re-open until further notice.

RSL Victoria and the Management Advisory Group will work with Sub-Branch members to ensure that veteran and family support and commemoration continue in the local area. They will also work collectively to ensure memorabilia is preserved and secure.

The support of veterans and their families remains the priority of RSL Victoria and Mentone RSL Sub-Branch. During this period all memberships will be temporarily maintained through RSL Victoria (Headquarters). This ensures you remain connected to the RSL and receive updates on news and events.

Nearby Sub-Branches have been briefed on the matter and will welcome Mentone members for welfare support services or to attend hospitality venues. That welcome extends to any RSL Sub-Branch across Victoria.

All commemorative activities and in particular ANZAC Day 2026 have been considered as part of this process, with RSL Victoria intending to prioritise the continuation of commemoration in the Mentone area.

For immediate assistance or support, veterans can contact Veteran Central on 1800 645 838.

RSL Victoria will continue to keep members informed as further information becomes available.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.