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Veterans and families are set to receive an increase in financial support when pension payments rise

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Each year, DVA hosts the Anzac Day Schools’ Awards, a national competition recognising projects by students and teachers who engage with veterans and honour Australia’s wartime history.

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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.

Wreaths laid during the Commemorative Service held at the Salisbury War Memorial, Salisbury, SA.

Thirty-six organisations across Australia will share in more than $575,000 under Batch 2 of the 2024

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DVA has released the Women Veterans 2025 Baseline Data Report, providing crucial insights into the experiences of women veterans.

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We are dedicated to the ongoing transformation and modernisation of our digital ecosystem.

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The new Hub will enhance access to support services for more than 11,000 South Australian veterans and families.

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Due to the anticipated impact of Cyclone Alfred, DVA Veterans’ Access Network (VAN) offices, and Open Arms offices across South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales will be closed on Thursday 6 March and Friday 7 March.

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With over $4.8 million in funding available, the BEST Grants Program continues to support the vital advocacy work carried out by ESOs.

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Open Arms is calling on veterans and families to take part in a survey about how digital technologies can be used in mental health treatment and programs.

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