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New functionality to access sensitive DVA emails

There are two ways to access emails marked as ‘’.
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ADF Firefighter Scheme opens today

A new scheme starting today will provide better health and wellbeing support for Australian Defence Force (ADF) firefighters who participated in fire training at Royal Australian Air Force Base Poi
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50th anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe and the Battle of Nui Le

On Monday 20 September, DVA commemorated the 50th anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe and the Battle of Nui Le during the Vietnam War.
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DVA’s Veteran Support Officers supporting ADF personnel

DVA’s Veteran Support Officers work across more than 56 ADF bases across Australia.
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Increase to some veterans' pensions

From Monday 20 September, some veterans and their families will receive an increase to their pension payments in line with increases in the cost of living.
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Queensland War Widows Pen Pal program

Australian War Widows Pen Pal Program aims to connect war widows from across Australia via letters or emails to enhance social connections.
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Legacy Week a success despite lockdowns

Legacy commemorated one of the most important events on its calendar – Legacy Week from 30 August – 5 September.
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RSL – A proud history, becoming even more relevant today

The Returned & Services League of Australia is more than a century old, but the organisation continues to look to the future.
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Defence Reserves Association National Conference

The 2021 Defence Reserves Association (National Conference, held on 14 August in Adelaide, generated considerable positive feedback.
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Research shows how mental health training can change lives

Most adults are trained to provide physical first aid to someone in need, but what about someone having a panic attack or struggling with addiction?

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