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A photo of a older veteran in a suit with medals looking at a Korean War memorial

On Korean Veterans’ Day, we commemorate the men and women who served in the Korean War.

A black and white photo of a crowd watching the HMAS Sydney in Alexandria Harbour

On 19 July, we commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Cape Spada.

Computer generated design of building at the location of the Rockingham

A dedicated Veterans’ and Families Hub to service the Southwest Perth region is one step closer – with its new location confirmed at 65 Dixon Road, Rockingham, WA 6168.

An office worker using laptop and calculator

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.

Australian War Memorial Indigenous Liaison Officer Michael Bell places a poppy beside the name of Private Ngakyunkwokka on the Roll of Honour.

As NAIDOC Week draws to a close, we would like to take another opportunity to honour a First Nations soldier, Aurukun resident Private Charlie Bob Ngakyunkwokka.

A portrait of Private Frederick Prentice of the 12th Australian Infantry Battalion and 1st Australian Pioneer Battalion

NAIDOC Week is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Today, we're commemorating Indigenous service, featuring Corporal Frederick Prentice.

Black and white photo of soldiers throwing their helmets in the air in celebration

We're inviting expressions of interest from veterans of the Second World War to travel to Canberra to attend the Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day.

Peter Liston and Ryan Hall hosting a VBC exhibition stall

During the height of the COVID pandemic 2 entrepreneurial veterans, Peter Liston and Matt Moseley

Card reading 2025 Pension Indexation

From 1 July 2025, veterans can earn more, and the value of their assets can be higher, before their pension payments are affected.

A black and white photo of Australian Troops landing at Balikpapan by boat.

Today, we remember the more than 250 Australians who were killed in the Battle of Balikpapan, Borneo, 80 years ago.

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