To serve the interests of its members, veterans, the ex-service community and members of the Australian Defence Force, the RSL executes its role by effectively implementing the following objectives which are in accord with the League's Mission Statement:

• Advocacy and Representation.

• Assistance to all veterans and ex-service men and women regardless of their membership in the League.

• Commemoration and Remembrance.

• Participation in employment Programs for veterans, ex-service members and their dependants.

• Commitment to democratic principles and practices.

• Provision of a means for members to enjoy camaraderie and mateship.

• Provision of effective and efficient management of RSL assets and resources for the benefit of its members and serving members of the ADF.

• Act as an effective lobby group to Government and its departments.

• Provision of moral and active support for the ADF.

• Provision of a respected and meaningful voice within the community and Australian society.

• Promotion of loyalty and pride which the League has for the Nation, its people, the Crown and the Flag.