SAVE THE DATE - Saturday 5th September 2026.

I am putting together a reunion of the 2012 Mentoring Team Alpha in Canberra.

The PMV blown up on the 10th July 2012 known as 'Debbie' will be the centerpiece of the new Afghanistan Galleries at the Australian War memorial. I've arrange with the AWM staff to bring the whole mentoring team down on the day to see Debbie and have a catch up, 14 years later.

I'd like to bring as many of the veterans from our 2012 trip, the FOB Hadrian crew, together for a catch up. We will meet at the AWM, see Debbie, do the Last Post Ceremony then head off for beers and dinner.

The plan:

1330 Meet outside the Australian War Memorial, wearing suits, beret and medals.
I'd love to have all of our families and kids here to experience this with us. They are all welcome to join in and share this experience.

1630 - Last Post Ceremony at the Pool of Reflection.
We've been given the honor by the AWM staff of laying a wreath and take part in the ceremony.

1730 Meet drinks and dinner at the Mercure Canberra, I've reserved a space at Olims Bar and Bistro’s beer garden. This is just for the boys, no families and kids. We can order over the bar individually for drinks and food. 

Please register below if you're keen to come along.

Cheers,
Mathew Bell - 0409 241 419