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Man and woman doing survey

Canberra is set to host the first-ever Veterans and Families Expo on 25 November, a pioneering initiative organised by RSL ACT in collaboration with the ACT Government.

2023 Gallipoli Scholars with Governor General and Mrs Hurley

In September, a group of Gallipoli Scholars from all over Australia visited the Australian War Memorial and met their patrons, Governor General David Hurley and Mrs Linda Hurley.

Friendship Day at Cleveland RSL Sub-branch

White Cross Day and Friendship Day are heart-warming displays of remembrance and unity organised by the Redlands War Widows' Guild.

Mother and children

Canberra is set to host the first-ever Veterans and Families Expo on 25 November, a pioneering initiative organised by RSL ACT in collaboration with the ACT Government.

Poppys

On 11 November, we will remember and honour Australian men and women who have served and died for our nation, as well as recognise the sacrifices made by their families.

Veterans' more likely than gen pop to be active members of associations (40% vs 29%)

A new Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) report was released today, measuring the social connectedness and feeling of belonging and connecting with others amongst our veteran community.

Assistant Minister Matt Thistlethwaite lends a hand with the RSL care packages.

Twice a year, around ANZAC Day and Christmas, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) deployed overseas receive thoughtful care packages from RSL Australia to thank them for their service.

National Immunisation Program image

From 1 November, older Australians will have free access to the best protection against shingles through one of the most comprehensive and widely available vaccination programs in the world.

Jake Milazzo of Zlor Group receives an award from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

Zilor Group, an Australian veteran-owned business, was the stand-out winner at this year’s Prime Minister’s National Veterans’ Employment Awards, picking up both the Small Employer of the Year Award and the overall Outstanding Employer of the Year Award.

Paul Richardson guides a group of veterans through the Air Forces Memorial in London.

Commemorative events raise community awareness and understanding of the service and sacrifice of our military personnel and families, and promote improved veteran wellbeing outcomes through recognition and respect.

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