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Two photos side by side, one of two men being congratulated for bravery, the second, a photo of the late Private Richard Norden in uniform

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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Recent updates are designed to make your experience smoother, faster and more intuitive.

Three men in suits before gaggle of journalists

The Government has responded to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide’s Final Report.

Parents with young child, overlaid words read "join a nationwide initiative to improve mental health literacy and prevent suicide within the veteran community."

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.

Thousands of pilgrims and dignitaries attended the 109th Dawn Service held at Anzac Cove on the Gallipoli Peninsula

Registrations for those planning to attend the international Anzac Day Dawn Services in Türkiye or France are now open.

Australian Government response to Royal Commission

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

Launch of RSL Middle East Area of Operations (MEAO) Scoping Study

RSL Australia has funded a major research study into the impact of ADF service since 2002, particularly in Middle East operations.

Collage of Open Arms Peers

This week (25-29 November 2024) commemorates five years since Open Arms’ Community Peer program was first made available nationwide.

Tile reading 'online survey'

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.

9 students of different ages and backgrounds sit at desks in a University of Newcastle room, listening to a lecturer.

Many skills, abilities and experiences developed through military service are highly desirable and transferrable – however, these are not always readily recognised by education providers.

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