Australian veterans say government will 'delay, deny until we all die'
Veterans of Rifle Company Butterworth criticized the Australian government for failing to recognize their military service during the Second Malayan Emergency from 1970 to 1989. Despite a landmark ruling in 2023 affirming their entitlements, many veterans, including Graeme Mickelberg, feel abandoned as they await further action. Approximately 9,000 troops served at the Butterworth air base during that period.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 20:59 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 21:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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