The 2020–21 Budget focuses on supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our veterans and their families.

In August 2020, Gwen Cherne was appointed as the first ever Veteran Family Advocate, representing the perspectives of veterans' families in ongoing policy and decision-making across Government. In this profile, she discusses her background and priorities.

The NSW Veterans Employment Program is offering an online two-day Veteran Employment Workshop. Registrations close soon.

The Australian Government has extended temporary COVID-19 telehealth arrangements to 31 March 2021

Support for vulnerable Australian citizens whose return to Australia has been impacted by the pandemic.

If you currently receive DVA-funded community nursing services, your provider can develop an individual pandemic plan with you and your family to help you stay well during the pandemic.

DVA's Rehabilitation Program and Rehabilitation Appliances Program have been working with providers and suppliers to maintain services during the pandemic.

On 3 August, the Prime Minister announced a pandemic leave disaster payment. 

COVID-19 is not significantly affecting the work of the Office of Australian War Graves. 

Commemorative ceremonies were held in Townsville and Darwin to mark Vietnam Veterans Day.