Brunswick Salvos

256 Albert Street, Brunswick

Parking is limited | #19 Tram (Stop 22) or short walk from Brunswick Station

We've been supporting the Brunswick community since 1884

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Discussion group

Monday, 4pm

Join us weekly for the 4 o’clock, a relaxed faith based discussion group to explore the teachings of Jesus and how faith can guide our lives today.

Afterwards, we share a simple meal together.

Online discussion group

Tuesday, 8.15–9.30pm

A community of people exploring the rhythms and practices of Jesus together in a safe and welcoming space.

Meeting ID: 562 864 1272
Passcode: 3058

This online group also hosts regular in-person gatherings. New members are always welcome.

Join us on Zoom

Singing by Heart

Second Wednesday of the month, 11am–12.30pm

A free and vibrant experience for people living with dementia, and their families and carers. Sessions include short prayers and Scriptures designed to inspire and uplift participants.

No singing experience required, but a valuable time to relax and connect with others facing similar journeys, and share experiences.

A Salvation Army volunteer carrying a box of supplies to serve the community.

Volunteer with us

We have a range of programs and activities.

Are you passionate about giving back and supporting your local community?

Join us as a volunteer and help us deliver vital community-led activities that change lives every day.

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Our history at Brunswick Salvos

Brunswick Salvos has a proud history of serving our local community since 1884. We have always focused on meeting the needs of those experiencing hardship and injustice.

One significant aspect of our history is the loss of seven bandsmen during World War 2. The men joined up together at the start of the war, to serve as stretcher bearers and musicians. They were assigned to the 2/22 Batallion and posted to Rabaul, in New Guinea. They soon experienced the horrors of war, witnessing injury and death as a result of the conflict.

The 2/22 Battalion Band, who were taken as prisoners of war during World War Two and lost their lives in the Montevideo Maru sinking.

Early in 1942

They were taken prisoner by the Japanese, and placed on board the prisoner ship, the Montevideo Maru.

On 1 July 1942, American forces torpedoed the ship, resulting in the loss of 1503 lives.

The Bandmaster, Arthur Gullidge, was a renowned composer, and his music is still played by Salvation Army bands around the world today.

Arthur was 33 years old when he was promoted to Glory. He was survived by his wife, Mavis and his young daughter, Judith.

We remember these men with deep gratitude

— their courage, faith, and service continue to inspire us as we seek to bring hope and compassion to our community today.

The Salvation Army bandsmen were:

Ray Cairns (cornet) - Moreland Corps. Ken Drew (tenor horn) - Northcote Corps. Albert Fry ( drummer) - Petersham Corps. Arthur Gullidge (bandmaster) - Brunswick Corps. Harry Harvey (cornet) - Brunswick Corps. Tom Henderson (Bb bass) - Brunswick Corps. Mervyn McPherson (euphonium) - Hobart Corps. Frank Meddings (flugel horn) - Geelong Corps. Herb Morgan (tenor horn) - Fairfield Corps. Harold Pannell (tenor horn) -Camberwell Corps. Stan Parker (Bb bass) - Moreland Corps. Stan Robertson (cornet) - Thornbury Corps. Neil Smith (cornet) - Mordialloc Corps. Morrie Thomas (Bb bass) - Preston Corps. Wilfred Trigg (cornet) - Geelong Corps. Reg Watkins (trombone) - Brunswick Corps. Two non-Salvationist bandsmen who also perished: Bill Edwards (drummer) - Church of England. Jim Thurst (cornet) - Methodist.