The Queensland Digger Centenary
A century of telling veterans’ stories
For a century, Queensland RSL News has been the voice of veterans, sharing their stories, fostering camaraderie and advocating for their needs.
First published in 1925 as The Queensland Digger, the magazine has remained a vital record of service, sacrifice and support.
In 2025, we celebrate this milestone with special features throughout the year, honouring our history and looking ahead to the future of veteran support.
Read the latest edition
Edition 1, 2025
Edition 2, 2025
Preserving our history
In partnership with the State Library of Queensland, we’re digitising past editions of our magazines to keep veterans’ stories alive.
You can access past editions dating back to 1925 via the State Library’s website here:
- The Queensland Digger (1925 – 1962)
- Vigilance (1962 – 1967)
- Queensland RSL News (1989 to the present)
More centenary stories
ANZAC cover art of The Queensland Digger
Poignant and powerful, early covers of The Queensland Digger spoke of war and loss in ways that only art can.
Exploring the origins of RSL Queensland
It started quietly – with returned soldiers building their own support.
Veteran spotlight: Arthur Leggo’s road to 100 years
In honour of his 100th birthday, Army veteran Arthur Leggo shares his memories of World War II.
WWII Aircraftwoman celebrates 100th birthday
WWII veteran and Tweed Heads and Coolangatta RSL Sub Branch member Betty Robinson recently celebrated her 100th birthday.
A century of support from Australia’s leaders
Starting with Prime Minister Stanley Bruce in 1925, many Australian leaders have shown support for Queensland RSL News.
Rebuilding the League: the first 10 years of The Queensland Digger
Discover the origin story of Queensland RSL News.
WWII commando turns 100
Critically wounded in WWII, Commando Eric Geldard OAM was lucky to live past 20. Eight decades on, he celebrated his 100th birthday.
100 years strong: Redlands RSL Sub Branch marks a century
“It means a great deal to be able to celebrate 100 years and share our story,” Redlands RSL Sub Branch President Rob Wilson says.
Preserving RSL Queensland’s memory
State Library of Queensland is digitising every RSL Queensland member magazine published since 1925.
