Home News Commemorating 50 years since the last Australian troops left Vietnam This year commemorates 50 years since the last Australian troops left Vietnam. Photo: Australian War Memorial News Commemorating 50 years since the last Australian troops left Vietnam By Keith Pritchard 17/08/2023 FacebookXEmail Vietnam Veterans Day is commemorated on August 18 of each year. The day recognises the date on which the Battle […] Let's Stay Connected There’s no better way to stay connected with your local community than with a digital subscription to the Gippsland Times. Please subscribe or login to access all content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password Latest News Flight Lieutenant Alex Christison makes his childhood dream come true 17/04/2026 While most kids grow up playing footy, Flight Lieutenant Alex Christison learned to drive on a tractor and could pilot a plane solo at... April Bird of the Month: Great crested grebe 16/04/2026 Local 11‑year‑old shines in Gippsland tennis grand final 16/04/2026 Remembering a ‘real good bloke’ with John Parker book release 15/04/2026 Coalition pledges more police 15/04/2026