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The Minister for Veterans Affairs has announced that Mr Brendan Cox has been appointed as the

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The impact of military personnel extends far beyond their role in defending our nation. The Saluting Their Service Commemorative (STS) Grants Program provides schools, councils, ex-service and community organisations the opportunity to honour and pay tribute to their service by sharing and preserving Australia’s wartime heritage.

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Veteran White Card holders can access fully funded mental health treatment, even if their condition is not related to their service.

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Information on accessing DVA letters and statements at tax time.

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An information booklet on the veterans’ legislation changes from 1 July is now available from the DVA website.

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The Additional Disablement Amount (ADA) is a new payment being introduced from 1 July 2026.

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Information is available to help you decide when it’s best to make a new claim for compensation or rehabilitation – before or after 1 July 2026.

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All travel for treatment taken from 1 July 2026 will be assessed under the improved Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA).

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DVA has launched a new Community questions answered webpage to support veterans, families of veterans and the broader community with clear, factual information on key issues.

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The training is designed to help participants gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to provide support to veterans in crucial times of need.

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