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In November, on Remembrance Day, we gathered as a nation to acknowledge those who died or suffered during military service. As we collectively honoured service personnel, our highest military honour, The Victoria Cross for Australia, was bestowed on the late Private Richard Norden.
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The Government has responded to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide’s Final Report.
Families, caregivers, friends and other veterans are often the first point of contact for a veteran who is experiencing distress and play an important role in supporting their mental health and wellbeing.
Registrations for those planning to attend the international Anzac Day Dawn Services in Türkiye or France are now open.
A statement from the Chief of The Defence Force, the Secretary of the Department of Defence, and the Secretary of the Department of Veterans' Affairs
RSL Australia has funded a major research study into the impact of ADF service since 2002, particularly in Middle East operations.
This week (25-29 November 2024) commemorates five years since Open Arms’ Community Peer program was first made available nationwide.
Veterans and their families are encouraged to complete a short survey to share their experiences accessing aged care services and supports, and provide suggestions for further improvement.
Many skills, abilities and experiences developed through military service are highly desirable and transferrable – however, these are not always readily recognised by education providers.