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This experience highlights the risks of using unregulated, fee-for-service advocacy and the importance of understanding your options before lodging a claim.
Applications for the 2025–26 Veteran Wellbeing Grants Program are open, with more than $3.8 million available. Don’t wait until January, plan ahead and secure your quotes before the festive break to avoid delays.
Attending an international Anzac Day Dawn Service is a meaningful opportunity for Australians to come together, registration for ticketing is now live.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) continues to process outstanding claims as quickly as possible, to deliver much needed help to veterans and families sooner.
This experience highlights the importance of understanding how commercial advocacy services are funded and what you’re agreeing to when lodging a claim.
DVA is sharing real-life stories from veterans who have experienced challenges when seeking support to lodge compensation and rehabilitation claims.
Each year, on 11 November, we remember those who have lost their lives or suffered due to service in wars, conflicts and peace operations.
Across Australia, around three million unpaid carers provide vital support to family members
Our Remembrance Day resources are designed to support you in commemorating Remembrance Day in a way that is personal to you.
The Claims Lodgement Assistant program connects veterans with specially trained DVA staff who provide personalised guidance throughout the claims process, from getting started to submitting online.