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Make a difference by joining the Defence Families of Australia team

3 February 2023

Defence family members with a passion for advocacy and who want to make a positive impact on the Defence community are encouraged to apply for a role with Defence Families of Australia.

Receive healthcare while your claim is processed

31 January 2023

Find out about DVA's Provisional Access to Medical Treatment program in this new DVA TV video.

Have your say on DVA’s mental health and wellbeing services

30 January 2023

DVA is developing a future model of mental health and wellbeing service delivery to guide how we provide support to current and former Australian Defence Force members and families.

Reporting the death of a veteran or DVA client

25 January 2023

For those dealing with the death of a veteran, or for veterans nearing end of life, there are a number of important steps to follow.

First-ever Australian Veterans' Brain Bank announced in NSW

25 January 2023

A new research initiative will use the brains of late veterans to help with diagnosis and treatment of brain disease in a first for Australia. 

Building Excellence in Support and Training 2023-24 grants now open

18 January 2023

Applications are now open for the 2023-24 round of the Building Excellence in Support and Training (BEST) grants, with ex-service organisations encouraged to apply for a share in

Organisation to develop Southeast Queensland Veterans’ and Families’ Hub announced

17 January 2023

Lives Lived Well has been announced as the lead organisation to develop the Southeast Queensland Veterans’ and Families Hub.

North West Tasmania Veteran Welfare Board to lead the Burnie Veterans’ and Families’ Hub

16 January 2023

Veterans and families across North West Tasmania will soon benefit from the development of a Hub in Burnie.

Learn about Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling

11 January 2023

DVA TV has spoken to veterans and Open Arms staff about how the counselling service was formed and what it can offer members of the veteran community.

50th anniversary of the proclamation to end Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War

11 January 2023

On 11 January 2023, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the then Governor-General Sir Paul Hasluck proclaiming an end to Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War.