Update from Liz Cosson AM CSC Secretary Department of Veterans’ Affairs to ESORT members for distribution "As I outlined in our teleconference last Friday, I will continue to update you at our weekly Friday COVID-19 teleconferences. You should also now have back in...
Community Support
DVA Information: Bushfire Crisis – Update
Dear ESORT members, Given the ongoing nature of the bushfires and the impact on many regions, DVA is providing a further update for ESOs. We recognise that the recent bushfires have had a devastating impact on local communities, but it is important that the ongoing...
PVA: Bushfire Disaster Recovery Advice
The following is provided by President Louise Freebairn the Partners of Veterans Association of Australia NSW Branch Inc. to assist those who have suffered due to the bushfires. The list of phone numbers covers NSW areas. PVA 's own support line on 1300 553 835 for...
Disaster Assistance- Bushfire Crisis
The impact of the bushfires is being felt across the nation, including by members of the veteran and defence communities. Health and safety is the priority during this time, and we encourage you to listen to the experts on how to be prepared. The ABC, as the national...
ADF continues Bush Fire support
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has been working with Emergency Management Australia to assist with firefighting efforts in New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, Victoria and South Australia since November 8. Rural Fire Service employee, Mr Allen Madden...
Group programs for the veteran community
Open Arms group treatment programs focus on addressing mental health problems commonly experienced within the veteran community. These programs include: Doing Anger DifferentlyRecovery from TraumaUnderstanding AnxietyManaging PainSleeping BetterBeating the Blues. Our...
Westfield’s North Lakes Qld Local Heroes 2019 – Glenn Willmann
Westfield announce its 120 Westfield Local Heroes for 2019. In March, their communities across Australia and New Zealand told them who their heroes were, and in July we invited them to vote for their preferred finalists from a very impressive shortlist. Now it has the...
Poem “Don’t Sell Australia Out”
When the shearing sheds are silent, and the stock camps fallen quiet, When the gidgee coals no longer glow across the outback night, And the bush is forced to hang a sign, 'gone broke and won't be back', And spirits fear to find a way beyond the beaten track. When...
Supporting Veterans’ Families This Legacy Week
SUPPORTING VETERANS’ FAMILIES THIS LEGACY WEEK TOMORROW marks the start of Legacy Week, the annual national appeal to support the families of veterans who have given their life or health for this country.Minister for Veterans and Defence Personnel Darren Chester will...
Media Statement – ADSO Policy Objectives 2019-2022
The Alliance of Defence Service Organisation (ADSO) welcomes the opportunity to announce its core Policy Objectives as a timely reminder to those seeking election to the 46th Parliament of Australia that the veterans’ community, speaking largely with a single voice,...