The Tawny Frogmouth | April 2025 Edition
Putting Community First
(Page 22) For vastly different reasons the found of Saltwater Veterans. Scott Reynolds, and our Local Woman of the Year, Melissa Burgess, are making significant contributions to our local community.
Chris Greatrex | 15 March 2025
Saltwater Veterans: A Key Partner
(Page 30) A standout aspect of this year’s recruitment drive has been the invaluable support of Saltwater Veterans, a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing aquatic-based activities for military veterans. With a shared belief in the healing power of water, the partnership between Saltwater Veterans and Manly Diggers has created a structured pathway for veterans to train, compete, and build meaningful connections through swimming.
This weekend we’ll get some photos of our Veteran Relay Team for those 2 Relays and put something together for RSL NSW etc. Promoting Manly Diggers, Saltwater Veterans and the North Sydney and Harbord RSL Sub Branches.
Pittwater Online | March 1 - 31, 2025: Issue 640
Hansa Worlds On Pittwater
Saltwater Veterans In Hansa Worlds On Pittwater: Let’s Support Our Girls!
February 1 - 28, 2025: Issue 639
Pittwater Online News
With the last weekend of Summer upon us - and although they sail year round - a 'dip into the briny' courtesy of the Saltwater Veterans, is more than an appropriate way to bid farewell to the 2024/2025 Season and 'welcome' to all we can do this Autumn.
Nicola Handly | 31 December 2024
Manly Sailing - Proud Supporters
For many veterans, transitioning to civilian life can feel like navigating rough waters. The challenges of reintegration, managing mental health, and rebuilding social connections can be overwhelming. That’s where the Saltwater Veterans Sailing Project steps in—offering a safe and supportive environment that combines the calming qualities of the sea with the camaraderie of shared experiences.
RSL Queensland | 03 October 2024
Sailing Towards A New Horizon
After an accident left Air Force veteran Sharon Dalton wheelchair-bound, she found an unexpected new passion: sailing.
26 Sept 2024
Saltwater Veterans Sailing Project in the Newcastle community
Port Waratah have partnered with Saltwater Veterans Sailing Project
to foster a strong veterans’ community for current and former serving
veterans, with a focus on positive mental health and social connections.
September 2024
Veteran profile
Co-Founder, Saltwater Veterans & former Maritime Warfare Officer, Royal Australian Navy
By Don Stevenson | 18 April 2024
Veteran groups team up for special amphibious operation
Members of a veteran expedition set out to visit the site of Australia’s first ever naval special operations training base.
ByAlec Smart | 25 March 2024
Salty Vets – philanthropic seafarers
Sometimes they sail with their assistance dogs –trained dogs that specialise in supporting people with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder [PTSD], to aid with their independence and self-esteem.
By Alec Smart | 24 November 2023
Manly Observer
Let us in, it’s the law: veteran calls for public education on assistance dogs access laws.
by Damon Whittock | 31 May 2023
UNSW Canberra
For UNSW Canberra alumnus, Scott Reynolds being on or around water has been a huge part of his life.
28 Apr 2023
RSL NSW members set sail in pursuit of mateship
RSL NSW members and their families representing nine sub-Branches across the Sydney region attended a social sailing event and commemoration hosted by the Paddington-Woollahra RSL sub-Branch, in collaboration with Saltwater Veterans on 24 April.
Frank Killick |Vice Commodore, JBCYC | February 2023
Saltwater Veterans' Cup
Australia Day on Jervis Bay set a very high bar in the weather and sailing conditions. Boat ramps and beaches were overflowing and I dare say a cup or two were also!
24 OCTOBER 2022
NRMA Community
I also started to understand the importance of our biggest supporters. Up until that moment, I don’t think I appreciated family and friends enough. That experience changed everything.
By SHIRLEY SINCLAIR | 19 OCTOBER 2022
Setting Sail on the Sunshine Coast
Sailing adventure helps put veterans back at the helm of happy, healthy lives.
By Belinda Willis | 20 September 2022
Healing on the Seas After Grenade Blast
Darren Harvey bore the brunt of a live grenade explosion that injured 16 Australian soldiers.
Media Release | 29 August 2022
Minister For DVA
Geoff Brock MP, Minister for Veterans Affairs
Media Release | 18 July 2022
Road Tech Marine
Sponsoring our brand placement wide into the Australian community.
14 February 2022
ANZAC Grants
Veterans Remembrance Sailing Grant for 2022. Honoring our military history in Pittwater.
December 2021
Awesome Foundation
With the help of the Awesome Foundation, SWV can now better promote and equip special sailing experiences
April 2021
Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron 4/2021
Sailing south with the Squadie and Dis-Abled Sailing Inc. Page 17
30 July 2021
Vetaffairs Vol 37 No.2 July 2021
Check out page 10 of the Department of Veterans Affairs Newspaper.
26 January 2021
Northern Beaches Council Honour Roll 2021
Tom is awarded for his contribution as Head Coach of the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club and as a long serving volunteer and mentor. Tom has had a particularly positive impact on the lives of over 300 wounded, injured and ill veterans and their families by establishing the veteran’s sailing program.
27 April 2021
Elliot Marine News
Saltwater Veteran Sailing Days, hosted by the RPAYC are an importantpart of the Club’s weekly calendar. The event is sailed in the club’s fleet of Elliott 7 keelboats and includes a number of volunteers and sailors from the RPAYC community.
11 August 2018
Pittwater Online News
Our local newspaper released this little article about the Saltwater Veterans.
2017-2018 Journal
The Yachtsman
The Yachtsman encapsulates the sailing season at the RPAYC
Check out pages 55-60