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Each year, on 18 August we mark Vietnam Veterans’ Day honouring the bravery of Australians who served throughout the Vietnam War.
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.
On 15 August each year, Sandakan Memorial Day is observed in Sabah, Malaysia.
Today, we commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day.
The initiative aims to help higher education providers develop programs to recognise the extensive skills, experience and qualifications gained through military service, ensuring they are formally acknowledged and translated into academic pathways.
Nearly 1 in 3 Australians were born overseas, and over 20% speak a language other than English at home. Our veteran community reflects this diversity—and it’s vital that our support systems do too.
Today marks the 110th anniversary of the Charge at the Nek, a tragic charge which took place during the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War.
Today, we remember the Battle of Lone Pine, one of the most intense and significant battles fought by Australian troops during the Gallipoli campaign of 1915.
This International Assistance Dog Week (3-9 August) we are reminding business operators across the country of the importance of providing access to veterans accompanied by their trained and accredited assistance dogs.
Each year, on 2 August, we reflect on the service and sacrifice of the more than 1800 Australian Defence Force personnel who served in the Gulf War.