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    • Rec Connect

    Get active, get creative and get connected. Discover free recreational events for veterans and their families – held throughout the state, throughout the year.

    Submit enquiry

    Email

    partnerships@rslqld.org

    Details

    Price:
    Free – proudly funded by RSL Queensland

    Eligibility:
    Current or ex-serving Defence members, their partners and children

    Email

    partnerships@rslqld.org

    Details

    Price:
    Free – proudly funded by RSL Queensland

    Eligibility:
    Current or ex-serving Defence members, their partners and children

    Meet, move, make for a more connected life 

    RSL Rec Connect helps veterans and their families connect through a diverse calendar of recreational events.  

    Be it active, creative, outdoors or indoors, each Rec Connect event is designed to help participants feel happier and more connected with others.  

    Rec Connect events are held throughout the year, in various locations across Queensland. There’s something to suit all interests and fitness levels, and it’s a great chance to meet other veterans and their families.  

    I’m so grateful that I have finally found something I love to do and such a wonderful community. I encourage veterans to get out of their comfort zone and try something new. You never know where or who it might lead you to.

    - Sharon,

    Veteran

    I really enjoy the diversity of activities on offer, the conversations, and the happiness it creates for my dad. Rec Connect gives all of us a relaxed, enjoyable way to socialise and try new activities that we mightn’t otherwise try.

    - Melissa,

    Daughter of veteran

    Upcoming Rec Connect events

    If no events are currently scheduled, email partnerships@rslqld.org to register your interest for future events.  

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    PARTICIPANT WAIVER & TALENT RELEASE FROM - KAYAKING OR ABSEILING KANGAROO POINT

    * Required

    Participant Waiver

    By signing and submitting the document , I

    1. confirm that I have registered for the Rec Connect event through Returned & Services League of Australia (Queensland Branch) (RSL Queensland);

    2. authorise RSL Queensland to share my personal details with the event manager for the purposes of booking and registration;se RSL QLD

    3. understand that the event manager is responsible for the administration and delivery of the Rec Connect event and RSL Queensland are in no way responsible for participant health and safety or for the administration and delivery of the Rec Connect event;

    • voluntarily choose to participate in the program activities;

    • acknowledge that I am undertaking the Rec Connect event solely at my own risk;

    • release and indemnify RSL Queensland from any claims or demands arising out of or in connection with my participation in the Rec Connect event as well as any damage, loss, or expense howsoever caused which may arise as a result of my participation in the Rec Connect event;

    • understand that the difficulty of this program is categorised as Amber and I am confident in my ability to partake in this level of physical activity (please see registration form for further information);

    • confirm that I will abide by the rules and requirements of participation outlined by the event manager

    DISCLAIMER: By typing your name below, you are signing this application electronically. You agree that your electronic signature is the legal equivalent of your manual signature on this application.

    Talent Release Details

    RSL Queensland may take photographs, video or audio recordings during the Rec Connect event. Please advise us whether you agree for your photograph or a video of you being taken at the Rec Connect event. To view the RSL Queensland Talent Release Form please click click here.

    Follow Up Contact

    Please tick the box if you want your local RSL Queensland South Eastern District branch to contact you with information about services available to veterans and their families in your local area.

    Collections Notice

    RSL Queensland is collecting your personal information to register and manage your participation in this Rec Connect event. If you choose not to provide the personal information requested, then we will not be able to register you for this event and you will not be able to participate in it. If you have indicated above that you would like to be connected with a District Branch then RSL Queensland will use your personal information to put you in connection with an appropriate District Branch. RSL Queensland manages personal information in accordance with the RSL Queensland’s privacy policy which is available here.

    Event

    Rec Connect – Kayaking OR Abseiling Kangaroo Point

    Requirements

  • This activity is open to ADF Veterans, current serving Defence members, their partners and children (must be aged over 8 years old).

    • Event date

    Saturday 9th of November 2024

    Event time

    9.30am - 1.00pm

    Event location

    Riverlife Adventure Centre,
    Naval Stores,
    Kangaroo Point Cliffs Drive,
    Kangaroo Point,
    Queensland, 4169