The Sudden Storm
On the 81st Anniversary of the sinking of the SS Vyner Brooke and the massacre on Radji Beach, listening to this podcast is an emotional tribute, as you will laugh, cry and be amazed as Megan Spencer recreates moments in time, taking the listener to almost relive the experience with brilliant storytelling and the finer details taken to produce the … Read More
Belalau & Beyond Presentation
The Australian Nurses Memorial Centre History & Heritage Committee presents “Belalau & Beyond” by Dr Judy Balcombe. Dr Judy Balcombe has a deep interest in the lives of nurses and civilians who were in the Sumatran POW camps during the Second World War- particularly survivors of the Vyner Brooke which was sunk whilst escaping from Singapore in 1942. Judy brings … Read More
Australia Day Honours
The ANMC Board congratulates Emeritus Professor Maxine Duke AM on the recent Australia Day honours. We are very proud and are privileged to benefit from Professor Dukes expertise as a member of the ANMC Scholarship Committee. Emeritus Professor Maxine Duke AM, has received a Member of the Order of Australia for significant service to education, to nursing, and to professional … Read More