Every time someone pulls on an Australian Defence Force (ADF) uniform they make a solemn vow. They are pledging to serve and defend our nation, to protect the values we hold dear – freedom, democracy, equality, respect and a fair go. All Australians owe a debt of...
Welfare Support
$27 Million for New Veteran Wellbeing Grants
The Australian Government is investing $27 million to help fund bigger, better and moreinnovative programs to support the wellbeing of current and former Australian Defence Forcepersonnel and their families. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel Andrew...
Ex-Service Organisations convene support for Afghan Veterans
Ex-service organisations from across the nation have met with the Australian Government today to throw their support behind efforts underway to assist veterans and families impacted by the situation in Afghanistan. The Minister for Defence Personnel and Veterans’...
Wounded Heroes Veterans Lounge opened in Brisbane
Veterans, serving members, transitioning members and their families are encouraged to come together over a coffee at the Wounded Heroes Veterans Lounge in Brisbane. CAPTION: Founder of Wounded Heroes Australia Jim Shapcott, left, with Chief of Joint Operations...
DVA Information regarding The New Online Transport Claim Format
The Department wishes to alert ESORT members to an issue that we have recently become aware of, which you may also be receiving feedback from veterans about. As you will be aware, as part of Veteran Centric Reform, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) is working...
#Check5 – Open Arms – Veterans and Family Counselling
This year has presented significant challenges for everyone, in the way of natural disasters, the COVID pandemic and with particular impact on the veteran community – the release of the IGADF Report. These have resulted in an increased focus on maintaining mental...
IGADF Afghanistan Inquiry – Supports Available to the ADF and Veteran Communities
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