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Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

Not all compensation medical assessments are paid for by DVA, unsolicited medical assessments can leave you out of pocket!

Nathan Shingles, Royal Australian Navy veteran

Held each year in May, National Volunteer Week provides an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the contributions of volunteers in our community.

Colleen in the Medical Centre staff room at the Army Aviation Base Oakey

National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognise the important role volunteers play in our communities. Many veterans continue to serve after transitioning from the ADF through volunteering.

female hand typing on keyboard on a desk in an office

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.

Budget 2026-27: To find out more visit budget.gov.au

The Australian Government handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget on 12 May 2026, including further

Crowds of people, soldiers and civilians, celebrate in the street on VE Day (Victory Europe).

On 8 May 1945, after almost 6 years of conflict that caused immense loss of life and widespread

A group of current serving ADF personnel pull a Australian Air Force plane with a rope

Expressions of Interest are now open for individuals who want to contribute to the mental health and wellbeing of veterans and families of veterans by joining the Open Arms National Advisory Committee.

Man in wheelchair is being put into a car by his female carer outside a hospital

Right of Return cards allow veterans using DVA's Booked Car with Driver service to get home after treatment without the need to call DVA.

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

Clear standards support veteran wellbeing and the integrity of the veteran support system

Isurava Memorial service, Isurava 2026

On Saturday 25 April, Australians came together across the country and the world to honour all those who have served Australia in times of war.

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